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Usda: Natural Agriculture Library: Invasive Species: Plants

For Students 9th - 10th
This government resource allows users to research a variety of invasive plant species by name.
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Article
US Department of Agriculture

Us Department of Agriculture: u.s. Peanut Sector Adapts to Major Policy Changes

For Students 9th - 10th
An article on how the marketing quota system controls the supply of peanuts on the market, and how peanut farmers have fared with and without these quotas.
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PPT
Google Cultural Institute

Google Cultural Institute: What's Cooking, Uncle Sam?

For Students 9th - 10th
Eclectic online exhibition highlights government's concern with the American diet from the Revolutionary War to the late 1900s.
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Handout
Agriculture in the Classroom

National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Indiana Agriculture [Pdf]

For Students 3rd - 5th
Learn facts about the agricultural industry of Indiana such as its climate, soil, crops, and livestock.
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Handout
Agriculture in the Classroom

National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Minnesota Agriculture [Pdf]

For Students 3rd - 8th
What a terrific site to learn about a variety of aspects of the agricultural industry. You will find bulleted facts on the Minnesota climate, soil, crops, and animals.
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Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs Teachers: Fat: Obesity, Eating Habits and Weight Loss

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Evaluate current guidelines for a healthy diet, compare them to one's own eating habits and learn safe behaviors for maintaining a healthy weight. Analyze the food pyramid, fast-food and health-food nutrition and the causes of obesity.
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Website
US Department of Agriculture

United States Department of Agriculture: Agricultural Research Service

For Students 9th - 10th
The Agricultural Research Service is the U.S. Department of Agriculture's main in-house scientific research agency. Their site contains information on their various research findings and projects, and up-to-date news.
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Handout
US Department of Agriculture

Us Dept. Of Agriculture (Usda): Nutrient Data Library

For Students 9th - 10th
The USDA provides this excellent reference for discovering nutrients in specific foods. Enter up to five keywords, i.e. pretzels, soft, unsalted, and the nutrient data library will present the product's nutritional information.
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US Department of Agriculture

Usda: Agricultural Marketing Service

For Students 9th - 10th
Home page for the Agricultural Marketing Service of the USDA, links to product and commodity marketing information and job opportunities.
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US Department of Agriculture

Dietary Guidelines for Americans

For Students 9th - 10th
Description of the USDA's dietary guidelines. Also, an overall introduction to the guidelines and links to additional information about nutrition.
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Website
Agriculture in the Classroom

Ag Classroom: Teen Scene

For Students 9th - 10th
Learners explore science, agriculture, applied technology, and social studies. The resource consists of science fair ideas, facts, career information, and learning games.
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Handout
US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service: Iowa

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a state fact sheet on Iowa from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Handout
Agriculture in the Classroom

National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Arizona Agriculture [Pdf]

For Students 3rd - 8th
Use this site to learn about the agricultural industry in Arizona. Find bulleted facts on the Arizona climate, soil characteristics, crops grown, and animals raised.
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Handout
Agriculture in the Classroom

National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Maryland Agriculture [Pdf]

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn about the agricultural industry in Maryland. Easy-to-read, bulleted facts on climate, soil, crops, and farm animals.
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Handout
US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service: Alabama

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a state fact sheet on Alabama from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Handout
US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service: Arkansas

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a state fact sheet on Arkansas from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Handout
US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service:california

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a state fact sheet on California from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Handout
US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service: Colorado

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a state fact sheet on Colorado from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Handout
US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service:delaware

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a state fact sheet on Delaware from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Handout
US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service: Florida

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a state fact sheet on Florida from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Handout
US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service: Georgia

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a state fact sheet on Georgia from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Handout
US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service: Idaho

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a state fact sheet on Idaho from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
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Handout
US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service:illinois

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a state fact sheet on Illinois from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports. This would be a good starting point for...
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Handout
US Department of Agriculture

Economic Research Service: Indiana

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a state fact sheet on Indiana from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports. This would be a good starting point for...