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Ag robotics
What do robots have to do with agriculture? From data gathering to spray applications, drones are an increasingly valuable part of today’s agriculture. Beck’s Hybrids Light Robotics Manager Jim Love shares about ag-related tech careers.
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Alexandra Stinemetz
Field Agronomist at Pioneer
Knows about:
agronomy
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soybeans
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technology
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unit
2 lessons
AP Computer Science Principles
How is agriculture using innovation and technology to help feed the world?
Where does computer science and innovation fit in the industry of agriculture? Nearly everywhere! These lessons help students investigate agriculture as a source of innovation and technology which…
leader
Chris Wiegman
Precision Application Advanced Development Engineer, CNH Industrial
Knows about:
crop canopy
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unmanned aerial systems
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communication networks
,
technology
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unit
2 lessons
Drones in the classroom
How can technology such as drones be utilized to evaluate the health of vegetation in an agricultural setting?
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) are employed in a variety of ways from taking aerial photos at the most basic to spraying pesticides to small areas of the field by specialized drones. Students learn…
unit
2 lessons
Engineering solutions in agriculture
How does modern agriculture use engineering to address soil compaction?
Looking for an activity that combines robotics, coding, and engineering with a real life problem? This unit uses MakeBlock parts, Scratch programming, and modeling to help students design a solution…
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Family farmers, soybean growers
See how technology plays an important role in agriculture. 6th generation farmers talk about their passion for agriculture and farming. Thanks to Arkansas Soybean Association for sharing this video. Credit: Arkansas Soybean Association
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Leah LaCrosse
Eighth Grade Science Educator in Huron City Schools
Knows about:
commodity classic
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science
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technology
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drones
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problem based learning
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Lonny Rivera Ed.D
Director of Innovation at North Point ESC
Knows about:
steam
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maker space
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fab lab
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technology
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drones
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hydroponics
,
commodity classic
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Mary James
Science teacher at McCormick Junior High School
Knows about:
3d printing
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drone racing
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pbls
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stem/steam clubs
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coding resources
,
technology
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Precision ag consultant
Watch Chance Creighton, precision agriculture consultant for Arkansas Ag, explain his non-traditional career path into the agriculture industry. Thanks to Arkansas Soybean Association for sharing this video. Credit: Arkansas Soybean Association
leader
Sample Leader
Teacher at High School
Knows about:
soybeans
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precision ag
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drones
,
technology
.
unit
5 lessons
Smart farming: using data to make decisions
What kind of data do farmers use to make decisions? Where does that data come from?
Become a “farmer” on a journey from pre-planting to harvest to see what decisions farmers are making every year as they farm. Growers across the country are gaining access to more and…
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Soil compaction studies
GrowNextGen leader Kathy Daniels recently challenged her AP Environmental Science students to consider which would cause more soil compaction—treads or tires? This is part of our Engineering solutions in agriculture lesson. Engineering and…
unit
3 lessons
STEM in agriculture
What do students know about STEM careers in agriculture?
Science, technology, engineering, and math are so much a part of agriculture and agriculture careers! In this unit, students will learn about the STEM in agriculture, discover innovations in…
leader
Stephanie Jolliff
Ag Ed Instructor and FFA Advisor for Ridgemont Schools
Knows about:
stem
,
career technical education
,
technology
,
agriculture education
.
unit
4 lessons
Using ozobots to simulate agriculture technology
How might we use robots to simulate agricultural technology? What role does computer science play in agriculture?
The technology innovations in use in the agriculture industry have been touted as second only to those of the US military. What are these innovations? GPS guided tractors, follow-along equipment,…
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