Connecting education, agriculture, and the environment (Aired on February 24, 2012)

Seated: Sr. Margo Morris.  Standing: Co-hosts Jonah Triebwasser, Sarah O’Connell

Seated: Sr. Margo Morris. Standing: Co-hosts Jonah Triebwasser, Sarah O’Connell

Sister Margo Morris, Executive Director and Founder of Sprout Creek Farm, discusses how this working farm helps foster a better understanding of our place in the natural world, thus encouraging responsibility for the future of our environment. Sr. Margo Morris emphasizes her preference to educate young people about “from soil to table” at the beginning of learning, not in the middle. Education is implemented at the farm with projects, such as involving students in the farm’s successful cheese production. Students come from all over the Hudson Valley to attend summer camp and visits throughout the year. Aluimni of the program can enter careers in veterinary, environmental law, and other related professions.

Learn More:
Sprout Creek Farm
A Visit to the Farm
FFA (“Future Farmers of America”)

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February 24, 2012 · Posted in Education, Environment, Vocational, Youth