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K–12 Standards

Exploring Agriculture Science and Business Ed: Grade 5, 6, 7, 8

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Content Standards

  • 1.

    Students are able to see the importance of developing leadership skills and how The National FFA Organization (FFA) can be a critical component of a well-rounded agricultural education. 

    1. A

      Recognize and explain the role of FFA in the development of leadership, employability, communications and human relations skillsEA.1.1

    2. B

      Develop an understanding of the history of The National FFA OrganizationEA.1.2

    3. C

      Identify and understand personality types to be able to work with others effectively on a teamEA.1.3

  • 2.

    Students see the importance of a Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) program and how it is a critical component of a well-rounded agricultural education. 

    1. A

      Explain the nature of and become familiar with those terms related to an SAE programEA.2.1

    2. B

      Explore the numerous possibilities for an SAE program which a student might developEA.2.2

    3. C

      Understand and apply basic record keeping skillsEA.2.3

  • 3.

    Students have an understanding of plant and soil science and how it relates to the agricultural industry. 

    1. A

      Understand basic needs of plant growth from germination to soil fertility EA.3.1

    2. B

      Explore and recognize the importance of plant and soil science as it relates to the agricultural industryEA.3.2

    3. C

      Identify and describe basic plant structures and their roles within the plant EA-3.4 Identify basic soil propertiesEA.3.3

    4. D

      Explore the importance of biotechnology as it relates to feeding a growing world population. EA.3.4

  • 4.

    Students gain an understanding of preserving and replenishing our natural resources through natural resource management.  

    1. A

      Identify renewable and nonrenewable resources and how they relate to everyday lifeEA.4.1

    2. B

      Explore the interaction between local natural resources and the economy EA.4.2

    3. C

      Understand the relationship between wildlife habitats and human populationEA.4.3

  • 5.

    Students gain an understanding of the importance of the animal industry. 

    1. A

      Share and explain the care and management of various animals in the livestock and companion animal industriesEA.5.1

    2. B

      Understand the relationship between wildlife habitats and human population EA.5.2

    3. C

      Explain common uses of animalsEA.5.3

    4. D

      Identify common species and/or breeds of livestockEA.5.4

  • 6.

    Students recognize basic economic principles and how they relate to agricultural business management. 

    1. A

      Recognize the influence of social media as it relates to agricultural businessesEA.6.1

    2. B

      Define agritourism and how it affects the agricultural industryEA.6.2

    3. C

      Apply principles of personal finances that are used in everyday lifeEA.6.3

  • 7.

    Students examine components of the food science industry and how they relate to agriculture. 

    1. A

      Explore how various foods are grown and processed through the concept of farm to plate.EA.7.1

    2. B

      Apply concepts of MyPlate to a balanced diet for all agesEA.7.2

    3. C

      Recognize food safety principles and management techniquesEA.7.3

  • 8.

    Students gain a basic understanding of agricultural power, structure, and technical systems.

    1. A

      Recognize and apply safety principles as they relate to agriculture and everyday lifeEA.8.1

    2. B

      Identify and understand the uses of various hand and power tools EA.8.2

    3. C

      Explore modern technology applications within the agriculture industryEA.8.3

  • 9.

    Students examine the scope of career opportunities in and the importance of agriculture to the economy.

    1. A

      Evaluate the nature and scope of agriculture in society and the economyEA.9.1

    2. B

      Describe career opportunities and means to achieve those opportunities in agricultureEA.9.2

    3. C

      Explore those qualities, attributes, and skills necessary to succeed in a chosen agricultural careerEA.9.3

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, and Grade 8
Where can I read the official document?
exploring-agriculture-framework

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