Education in Agriculture

The Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service offers various science-related education programs for youth. Agriculture is Arkansas' largest industry, and empowering youth to participate in ag-related fields will ensure that agriculture continues to be an economic driver for The Natural State.

Learn how to get youth involved and explore our educational resources below.

	Summer Internship Opportunities Whether you are passionate about education, research, or technology, our internships offer the perfect opportunity to build your skills and network with professionals in the field.  Gain experience!
	Soybean Science Challenge The Soybean Science Challenge is a farmer-funded, statewide, high school education program to increase student knowledge about the value of Arkansas soybeans to our state's economy, the labor force, and ultimately the world's food supply.  Learn More About the Arkansas Soybean Science Challenge
	Future Ag Leaders Tour This tour is a five-day professional development opportunity for undergraduate juniors and seniors enrolled in Colleges of Agriculture, or are pursuing agriculture related majors across the state of Arkansas. Explore our Future Ag Leaders Tour
	Soil & Water Conservation Virtual Field Trip Series Our Virtual Field Trips focus on the conservation benefits with respect to water quality, irrigation water use, climate change, soil health, profitability and sustainability. No cost lesson guides are available for this series. Discover This Free Educational Experience
	Northeast Rice Research and Experiment Station The educational portion of the research station includes a hands-on learning classroom with direct access to a greenhouse for year-round learning and is adjacent to a fully functional demonstration kitchen for cooking and tasting of rice around the world.  Experience AR Rice and Download Resources
	Arkansas Conservation Partnership Series Are you working in the agriculture industry with an interest in conservation? The Arkansas Conservation Partnerships' (ACP) Series goal is to develop and deliver virtual and educational experiences to a statewide network of participants. Find Conservation Resources
	Ag-Tech Career Exploration (ACE) The Ag-Tech Career Exploration (ACE) program is designed for high school juniors and seniors interested in pursuing careers that utilize agricultural technology such as drones, sensors, food genetics, and robotics. Through mentorship, tours in Arkansas and abroad, and hands-on experiences, participants learn about the benefits of agricultural technology.  Explore!