The PA Friends of Ag Foundation Educator’s Ag Institute provides a unique learning experience for PreK-12^th grade formal educators, pre-service teachers and informal community educators. The Institute provides educational tours at Penn State University as well as local family-run farms where you will learn valuable information from those involved in agriculture including farmers, university professors and agricultural leaders. The learning experience also includes hands-on classroom sessions that cover topics such as plant and animal production, agricultural research, PA state education standards, ag history, and current/future farming trends in the agricultural industry.

There are two tracks available: 1.0 (for first-time attendees) and 2.0 (for returning attendees). Both tracks will feature a combination of classroom sessions and in-person tours which can last up to two hours. Attendees should be prepared to stand and walk often and for long periods. If you have concerns about accessibility, please contact us.