Youth Education
What can young people learn from soybeans? How about the science of growing with biotechnology? Or the real story behind the foods we eat every day? Or how the oil from a green, leafy plant is renewing the way we fuel our cars, trucks, buses, tractors and more?
There is more to soybeans than meets the eye, so the Kansas Soybean Commission’s youth education program helps young people begin to understand soybean production and utilization. It shares the soybean message with elementary, secondary and post-secondary students and their instructors. KSC distributes educational materials about growing soybeans and using soy products to schools and youth groups. Commission representatives also make presentations.
Through their checkoff, Kansas soybean farmers are proud to partner with the Kansas Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom, Kansas FFA and 4-H, and other youth organizations.
News on Education and Engagement
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Soybean Summer Science Institute
In June, 15 teachers took part in a 3-week-long immersive professional development that trained them to use inquiry-based learning in their classrooms. This August, they’ll head back to school with new skills and fresh lesson plans — and soybeans. The Soybean Summer Science Institute trains teachers in inquiry-based learning, which teaches students to ask questions…
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Farm to Fork: Building trust with future dietitians
Story by Jancey Hall, director of programs and outreach The buzz of a room with constant conversation – curious questions, thoughtful answers, laughter, and connections – you can feel the rapport building over shared values and visions. That’s my sweet spot and where I always want to be. The Farm to Fork socials held by…
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A Seat at the Table: the Kansas Soybean Etiquette Dinner
On January 26, the Kansas Soybean Commission and the Kansas State University College of Agriculture partnered to host an Etiquette Dinner designed to prepare students for professional success. Aligned with KSC’s mission to support soybean farmers through promotion, education, and advocacy, the dinner focused on equipping students with practical skills they will need as future…