Types of Issues in Agriculture
Competency A2. Examine and explain issues, regulations, and public policies impacting AFNR systems.
Competency PS. Demonstrate problem solving skills consistently and independently.
Description
Identify current issues within the agriculture industry and categorize current issues into basic categories (trade, policy, energy, technology, infrastructure, etc.).
Resources
- American Farm Bureau - Issues
- Crop Life: Issues Facing Global Agriculture
- New York Times Agriculture & Farming
- National FFA Ag Issues Forum CDE
Teaching Methods
Brainstorming, Lecture Discussion, Paired or Small Group Discussion, Role Play, Case Study, Resource People, Supervised Study, Debate