Two Alabama farmers joined more than 500 women in Washington, D.C., June 1-3 for the biennial Advocate Cultivate Empower (ACE) summit. Held in celebration of the International Year of the Woman Farmer, the three-day event allowed ladies from around the world to learn, network and make valuable connections.
Hushed tones settled through the room as a countdown clock created an air of anticipation over a sea of national blue and corn gold corduroy jackets during the 98th State FFA Convention.
Summer smiles stretched wide as teachers came together for Alabama Ag in the Classroom (AITC) Summer Institute June 10-12 in Prattville. Through hands-on activities, fun-filled farm tours and classroom workshops, educators spent three days learning new ways to incorporate agriculture in their classrooms.
