Virtual Teacher Training: Row Crops

Learn about our top crops in Illinois - row crops like corn & soybeans with two one hour virtual sessions. These FREE sessions are at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, July 6 and Tuesday, July 13. Those who attend the first session and fill out a reflection will be mailed a box of goodies for the "interactive" session on July 13. Limited

Virtual Teacher Training: Specialty Crops

Fruits, veggies, herbs & flowers - Illinois grows lots of specialty crops. Join Illinois Ag in the Classroom for two one hour virtual session focused on specialty crops. The FREE sessions are at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, July 20 and Tuesday, July 27. Those who attend the first session and fill out a reflection will be mailed a box of

Virtual Get a Grant Workshop

Learn more about the IAITC 2020-21 Teacher Project Grants and Teacher Book Grants at this Virtual Get a Grant Workshop. This one-hour session will be conducted via Zoom on Thursday, August 5 at 10:00 a.m. Get tips to help make your grant applications stand out plus project & lesson ideas to pair with some of the book grant selections. Click

Ag Science Grant Deadline

From studying soil to exploring animals – the possibilities are almost endless! Apply for an Ag Science Grant from McLean County Farm Bureau Foundation to add hands-on learning to your classroom. Pick one of the recommended kits or submit your own idea! Need ideas? Check out the kit list or see last year’s winners here! Application deadline is Aug. 20, 2021 Click here to

IL Ag in the Classroom Grant Deadline

Illinois Ag in the Classroom has two grant opportunities for teachers. IL classroom teachers can apply for $250 book grants or $300 project grants. Applications due October 15. Click to learn more about book grants and project grants. Apply for the book grant here and the project grant here