By Scout Nelson
For the past ten years, "All About Corn" has been a go-to online educational resource, captivating a wide audience with over 85,000 page views. This resource, perfect for high school, undergraduate students, and educators, dives deep into corn.
Developed by the dedicated team at the University of Minnesota, including experts like Kristine Moncada and Craig Sheaffer, the modules cover everything from corn biology to its uses in foods and fuels.
The resource comprises four detailed modules, each lasting about an hour, and touches on critical aspects such as growth and development, hybridization techniques, cropping systems, and the role of corn in human and animal diets, as well as its contribution to fuel production.
This initiative was made possible through the support of the Minnesota Agricultural Experiment Station and the Minnesota Corn Growers Association.
Its educational impact has not gone unnoticed, earning accolades such as the Extension Education Community Educational Materials Award and being named a National Winner by the National Association of County Agricultural Agents.
These awards underline the resource's value and effectiveness in spreading knowledge about one of the most crucial crops in agriculture.
For those interested in exploring the world of corn, visit https://www.allaboutcorn.umn.edu/ and embark on a learning journey that promises to enrich and inform.
Whether you're a student, educator, or simply curious about agriculture, "All About Corn" offers insights and knowledge to broaden your understanding of this essential crop.
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