Day on the Farm Brings Hands-On Learning to Elementary Students

By Lilly Dunkin and Jaelyn Leyser

This week, elementary students in grades 1–3 participated in the annual Day on the Farm, where they had the opportunity to learn about agriculture, farm animals, and equipment through hands-on presentations.

Several students and presenters from ACHS FFA brought animals and equipment to share with the younger students. Juniors Coleson, Andrew, and Tateum discussed the importance of safety when using farm equipment and explained how it is used on a farm.

Cheyanne shared information about her rabbits, including their breeds, care, and how they are shown. Huck presented on welding, explaining different types of welding rods as well as important safety procedures.

Myah brought a donkey and explained how to groom and walk it, along with what donkeys eat. Kamrie, Laura, Timber, and Addison presented on horses, discussing their diets, uses, and proper grooming techniques.

Jadyn brought goats and talked about their feed, uses, and the process of disbudding or horn removal. Truett presented cattle and shared information about their daily care and uses in agriculture.

Hope introduced a bucket calf and explained why it is separated from its mother and what it is fed. Holden, Max, and Trowtt presented pigs, discussing different breeds, names, and feeding habits.

Braiden and Brody shared information about sheep, including naming practices, shearing, and why sheep often do not have tails. Braxton and Walker discussed seed tenders, including different types of seeds, which are poisonous, and how the equipment is used safely.

Finally, Jaden presented on tractors, explaining their uses on the farm and the importance of operating them safely.

Day on the Farm gives younger students the chance to step outside the classroom and learn about agriculture in an engaging, hands-on environment. Events like this help students better understand where food and farm products come from while also building appreciation for farm life.