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Grain and Crops Virtual Field Trip 


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Grain and Crops Virtual Field Trip

 In this virtual field trip, you will learn about crop farming, sustainable practices that go into the longevity of a farm, and current research that is taking place on Kernza! You also have the opportunity to learn the rich history of a multi-generational farm that is keeping it current with its participation in the Conservation Reserve Program. 

The Life Cycle of Corn

​An Overview of the Life Cycle of Corn
By Emma Nelson

Take a look at what it takes to plant, care for, and harvest corn! Crop farming is more than just a seasonal job and takes a lot of preparation throughout the year. This short educational video provides detailed information on corn farming specifically, but know that a lot of the information is applicable to other types of crop farming as well.

Research, Crop Sustainability, and More

Exploring Sustainable Agriculture 
By Shannon Werstein 

Applying sustainable practices to farming is important when looking to increase the longevity of our land. In this video, learn about what sustainable farming is and what quality practices can look like on a farm. ​ 

Conservation Through Generations
By Brenna Connelly  ​

Many farms throughout the United States have been in the hands of families for generations. See how this century old farm takes part in the Conservation Reserve Program. Learn what CRP means and how it can be helpful to our environment.

Kernza: A Climate Crop to Combat Carbon, Soil and Water Issues

See the amazing research that has gone into the creation of Kernza, an intermediate wheatgrass. Learn what Kernza can offer our environment and farmers. 

Try out Kernza for yourself!  Here are two Delicious recipes that use Kernza as a grain souce. 

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  • Home
  • UMN AECM Programs
    • Ag Education Major
    • Ag Communication & Marketing Major
    • The Minnesota Model
  • Ag, Food and Environmental Stories
    • Virtual Field Trips >
      • Dairy Industry Virtual Field Trip
      • Natural Resource Sciences
      • Turkey Farm Tours
      • A Trip to the Apple Orchard
      • Grain and Crops Virtual Field Trip
      • Beef Industry Virtual Field Trip
      • Sheep Industry
      • Professional Development in Agriculture
    • UMN Student Produced Videos
    • UMN Student Produced Podcasts >
      • Livestock Themed Podcasts
      • Campus Life Themed Podcasts
      • Food Themed Podcasts
      • Future of Ag Themed Podcasts
      • Career Exploration and Development Themed Podcasts
      • Policy, Plants and More Podcasts
      • Mini Documentary Episodes
    • NACT Award Winning Projects >
      • 2021 NACT Award Winning Projects >
        • 2021 NACT Photography Awards
        • 2021 NACT Electronic Media Awards
        • 2021 NACT Design and Layout Awards
        • 2021 NACT Public Relations Awards
        • 2021 NACT Writing Awards
      • 2020 NACT Award Winning Projects >
        • 2020 NACT Photography Awards
        • 2020 NACT Electronic Media Awards
        • 2020 NACT Design and Layout Awards
        • 2020 NACT Writing Awards
  • K-12 Teacher Resources
    • Lesson Plans
    • Ag Comm CDE Preparation
    • Digital Media Production Tools >
      • Online Teaching Tools
      • Video Editing Resources
      • Podcasting Resources
      • Web Design Resources
  • Contact