Yellow Corn Kernels
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Corn is a grain as well as a vegetable. It grows within a tall grass-like stalk and produces large kernels on a cob. The kernels of corn can range from white to yellow. …
What is wheat?
Wheat Grains and Stalks
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Wheat is a plant that is grown for it’s grain. It is also known as a cereal grass which produces cereal grain. The grain is also called kernels. They are …
What is a fish farm?
Atlantic Salmon raised on fish farm
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A fish farm is where fish are raised for food. This area of agriculture is known as aquaculture. The fish are raised in tanks or in ponds and sold …
What is an animal?
Animals are a group of organisms in the family Animalia. Animals can be insects, mammals, reptiles, fish, and other organisms that are not plants. In agriculture, animals are raised for food, fiber, and fuel. These animals are know as livestock. …
Aerospace for Youth
Aerospace
Aerospace is about aviation and space exploration! Aviation involves the science, engineering, and technology of what it takes to fly in the earth’s atmosphere. Space exploration is about navigating outer space beyond the earth’s atmosphere. The topics of aviation …
What is a pesticide?
A pesticide is a chemical that is used to kill or control a pest . The term pest refers to any organism that bothers humans or hinders their activities. Pests can be insects, rodents, weeds, and organisms that cause disease. …
What is agriculture?
Agriculture is the basis of all civilization. It is part of everything from the food we eat to the clothing we wear. Agriculture shapes many of the traditions and values that this country was built on. Agriculture is the science, …
What is a crop?
Sunflower and other crops
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A crop is something that is grown for food, fiber, or fuel.
Some examples of crops are:
Welcome to 4-H!
Interested in 4-H? Come see what 4-H is all about!
Welcome to 4-H and opportunities for leadership, citizenship, and developing life skills! Learn, share, grow, and explore in the world of 4-H! Go to the 4-H link below to …
Water for Youth
All About Water
- Welcome to the For Youth, For Life learning site for water. This learning area will help you understand what water is, why it is important, and how it is useful in our world. You will learn about