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  • Ag in the Classroom Program Recommends Monthly Book 

    Our Agriculture in the Classroom program provides tools for more Georgia’s educators to help in implementing the instruction of agriculture-related concepts in the classroom. We achieve this mission t

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Blog
    • Education
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    09/15/2023
  • Do Bees Hibernate?

    Do Bees Hibernate?

    Sometimes we find ourselves hibernating, seeking warmth out of the cold temperatures. But what about our pollinators? Do bees hibernate?

    • Categories:
    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Education
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    02/02/2023
  • Why You Should Care About the Farm Bill

    Why You Should Care About the Farm Bill

    It's a multi-year law that governs an array of agriculture and food programs, and the most significant piece of legislation that affects farmers and ranchers across our country. Keep reading to find out how the Farm Bill impacts you.

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    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Education
    • Legislative
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    03/31/2023
  • How To Grow Your Own Salsa Garden

    How To Grow Your Own Salsa Garden

    Did you know that May is National Salsa month? Americans spend around $1.5 billion a year on prepackaged salsa! Many people will be eating salsa on Cinco de Mayo, but have you ever thought about growing your own salsa ingredients at your house?

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    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • DIY
    • Education
    • Gardening
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    05/01/2023
  • How GFB Members Can Save This Summer

    How GFB Members Can Save This Summer

    Your children are out of school, and you may be racking your brain for ideas to keep them busy during the summer without breaking the bank. Did you know that members of Georgia Farm Bureau get discounts at several summer spots?

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    • Blog
    • Education
    • Member Benefits
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    06/08/2023
  • Young Farmers & Ranchers Summer Leadership Conference FAQs

    Young Farmers & Ranchers Summer Leadership Conference FAQs

    Young Farmers and Ranchers meet every year at the annual YF&R Summer Leadership Conference on Jekyll Island, Georgia. Here are a few frequently asked questions about Summer Leadership Conference. 

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    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Education
    • Farm Bureau
    • Member Benefits
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    • Young Farmers & Ranchers Summer Leadership Conference
    05/12/2022
  • Just Shrimpin' Around

    Just Shrimpin' Around

    Don’t miss an opportunity this summer to introduce your children to Georgia’s shrimp industry. Check out this sneak peek of May's book of the month, complete with kid-friendly activities and easy no bake recipes.

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Education
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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • shrimp
    • Three Little Shrimp
    05/17/2022
  • Celebrating 84 Years of Georgia Farm Bureau

    Celebrating 84 Years of Georgia Farm Bureau

    Georgia Farm Bureau began 84 years ago this month, and we’ve been through many milestones along the way. We are so proud of our history and our mission to serve Georgians. Take a look back at some memories that are important to us.

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    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Certified Farm Markets
    • Education
    • Farm Bureau
    • Insurance
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    • Georgia Farm Bureau
    06/15/2021
  • Join National Read a Book Day

    Join National Read a Book Day

    Join us for a moovelous literacy experience to celebration National Read a Book Day on September 6th

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Blog
    • Education
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    08/16/2021
  • The Giving Trees

    The Giving Trees

    Not only does the forestry industry generate jobs, economic output, and more than 5,000 life-sustaining products, Georgia trees clean our air and water in the process.

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    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Education
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    • economic impact
    • economy
    • forestry
    • paper
    • paper towels
    • pine tree
    • toilet paper
    • trees
    09/03/2021
  • Dairy: Good for Me, Good for the Planet

    Dairy: Good for Me, Good for the Planet

    Don't miss this virtual presentation in partnership with the Dairy Alliance. Register by March 7th at 4PM.

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Education
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    • Dairy Alliance
    02/22/2022
  • Celebrate Georgia Ag Week with Georgia Farm Bureau

    Celebrate Georgia Ag Week with Georgia Farm Bureau

    Georgia Farm Bureau’s Ag in the Classroom Program along with several statewide partners want to help you celebrate Georgia Ag Week, March 21st through 25th.

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • DIY
    • Education
    • Gardening
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    • georgia ag week
    03/15/2022
  • Books We Love

    Books We Love

    Help expand your children and student's imagination while discovering how significant agriculture is in our everyday lives through these top books that highlight Georgia's top 10 commodities

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Blog
    • Education
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    04/12/2022
  • A glimpse inside Green Gate Farm

    A glimpse inside Green Gate Farm

    It's a family operation at Green Gate, where they care for chickens and cow

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    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Education
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    10/05/2020
  • Farmers Make the Holidays Special

    Farmers Make the Holidays Special

    As we enter the holiday season remember to thank a farmer for all they do to help us celebrate the upcoming holidays. 

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Agritourism
    • Blog
    • Certified Farm Markets
    • Education
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    • Ag in the Classroom
    10/26/2020
  • Ag-Tivities with Lauren: Ice Cream Month

    Ag-Tivities with Lauren: Ice Cream Month

    It’s summertime and that means two things- hot summer days and ice cream for dessert!

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Blog
    • Education
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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Ag-Tivities with Lauren
    • Ice Cream month
    • The Dairy Alliance
    07/13/2020
  • Ag-Tivities with Lauren: Pollinators

    Ag-Tivities with Lauren: Pollinators

    Get ready to “bee” amazed!

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Blog
    • Education
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    • ag in the classroom; education; learning
    08/18/2020
  • Teaching about agriculture is as easy as A B C

    Teaching about agriculture is as easy as A B C

    Georgia has over 42,000 farms that grow anything from Apples to Zucchini.

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Blog
    • Education
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    • Ag in the Classroom
    09/08/2020
  • Celebrating STEM

    Celebrating STEM

    November 8th is national STEM Day and I wanted to give you a simple activity that you can do at home or at school.

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Blog
    • Education
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    11/06/2020
  • Ag-Tivities with Lauren: And Then It’s Spring!

    Ag-Tivities with Lauren: And Then It’s Spring!

    This week's Ag-Tivities with Lauren features

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Blog
    • Education
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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • agtivity
    • Spring
    04/15/2020
  • Ag-Tivities with Lauren: Earth Day

    Ag-Tivities with Lauren: Earth Day

    Celebrate Earth Day with Georgia Farm Bureau

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Blog
    • Education
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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Earth Day
    04/22/2020
  • Ag-Tivities with Lauren: Little Red Overalls

    Ag-Tivities with Lauren: Little Red Overalls

    Are you read for a berry good time?

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Blog
    • Education
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    • ag in the classroom; education; learning
    04/28/2020
  • Ag-Tivities with Lauren: 'Wonderful Worms'

    Ag-Tivities with Lauren: 'Wonderful Worms'

    This lesson is all about worms, and you may be surprised by what you learn!

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Blog
    • Education
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    • ag in the classroom; education; learning
    05/22/2020
  • Fall for reading this September

    Fall for reading this September

    The seasons are a changing and apples are ripe for the picking! Check out our September reading list to learn about these crisp and crunchy beauties.

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Education
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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Apples
    • Education
    09/16/2019
  • Get pump-kined about fall reading!

    Get pump-kined about fall reading!

    It's officially fall which means along with cooler temps and crunchy leaves comes all things pumpkins! Pumpkin patches, pumpkin carving, roasting seeds and of course reading!

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Education
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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Pumpkins
    • Reading
    10/09/2019
  • Celebrate Georgia Ag Week With Us

    Celebrate Georgia Ag Week With Us

    The team at Georgia Farm Bureau is excited about Georgia’s first all-virtual Georgia Ag Week. Join in on the fun from home!

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Certified Farm Markets
    • Education
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    • ga ag week
    • georgia ag week
    03/20/2020
  • A Few Ag Books We Love

    A Few Ag Books We Love

    Just as love is all around, so it agriculture! The best way to show your love is to give the gift of reading!

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Education
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    • Ag Books
    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Ag Literacy
    02/07/2019
  • Growing My Community

    Growing My Community

    Meet Chy Kellogg, Cobb County Volunteer. Discover how Chy's local Farm Bureau inspired her to get involved with agriculture

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Certified Farm Markets
    • Education
    • Farm Bureau
    • Lifestyle
    • Member Benefits
    • Tags:
    • Agriculture
    • Membership
    • Volunteer
    03/11/2019
  • Grow Your Summer Reading List!

    Grow Your Summer Reading List!

    We're right on the brink of summer which means the school year is about to come to a close! Whether your summer is filled with craft projects, going to camp, or trips to the beach—make time for reading and learning about agriculture!

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Education
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    • Ag Books
    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Ag Literacy
    05/15/2019
  • Give the Gift of Reading!

    Give the Gift of Reading!

    With Christmas right around the corner, choose to give the gift of reading this year! Ag in the Classroom Coordinator, Lauren Goble, has compiled a list of agriculture based Christmas books that help children learn while celebrating the holiday!

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Education
    • Lifestyle
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    • Ag Books
    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Ag Literacy
    12/13/2018
  • Cure the Winter Blues with Story Time!

    Cure the Winter Blues with Story Time!

    There's no better cure to the winter blues than reading and story time! Introducing agriculture during this time of year will remind your children and students what the promise of spring holds.

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Education
    • Lifestyle
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    • Ag Books
    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Ag Literacy
    01/25/2019
  • New ‘Ag Across America’ Game and App Debut

    New ‘Ag Across America’ Game and App Debut

    Want your student to learn where their food comes from, who grows it and how it ends up on their dinner table? The Ag Across America game can do just that!

    • Categories:
    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Education
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    • Agriculture
    • Education
    08/08/2018
  • Ag in the Classroom - 4 Simple Ways You Can Thank a Farmer this November!

    Ag in the Classroom - 4 Simple Ways You Can Thank a Farmer this November!

    The purpose of the Ag in the Classroom is to increase agricultural literacy among children and the general public. This November let’s tell our farmers “thank you” for providing us with the food, fiber and timber we depend on daily.

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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Blog
    • Education
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    • Ag in the Classroom
    • Children Activites
    11/08/2018
  • This October Make Time to Eat Together, Eat Better with Real Dairy

    This October Make Time to Eat Together, Eat Better with Real Dairy

    Recent studies link regular family meals (3 to 5 meals per week) with lower rates of risky behaviors, teen pregnancy and depression, as well as higher academic performance and higher self-esteem in children and young adults.

    • Categories:
    • Agriculture
    • Blog
    • Education
    • Food
    • Lifestyle
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    • Dairy
    • Food
    • Recipe
    10/03/2018