Increasing Virginia Youth's Exposure to Agriculture

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dc.contributor.authorFeaster, Natalieen
dc.contributor.committeechairDalton, Dixie W.en
dc.contributor.committeememberHolmes, Chanit'aen
dc.contributor.committeememberHeishman, Sherryen
dc.contributor.departmentAgricultural and Applied Economicsen
dc.coverage.countryUnited Statesen
dc.coverage.stateVirginiaen
dc.date.accessioned2023-12-15T14:08:34Zen
dc.date.available2023-12-15T14:08:34Zen
dc.date.issued2023-12-15en
dc.description.abstractThis study delves into the alarming decrease in youth involvement in agriculture, with a specific focus on the state of Virginia. The diminishing connection between the younger demographic and agriculture poses a potential threat to the future of farming. Through extensive research and data collection, the project aims to uncover the obstacles impeding youth engagement and advocates for increased exposure to agricultural practices. The survey highlights a growing necessity for educational enhancements surrounding agriculture. Key observations include a substantial portion of farmers operating within generational family structures, indicating a disruption in the traditional path to agriculture due to the decline in family-owned farms. Recommendations involve support for first-generation farmers, the development of comprehensive agricultural curricula, and initiatives to amplify the influence of professionals in promoting agricultural awareness. The project aspires to nurture a more inclusive, knowledgeable, and dynamic agricultural community for the benefit of present and future generations.en
dc.description.degreeMALSen
dc.format.extent36 pagesen
dc.format.mimetypeapplication/pdfen
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/10919/117205en
dc.language.isoenen
dc.publisherVirginia Techen
dc.rightsIn Copyrighten
dc.rights.urihttp://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/en
dc.subjectYouthen
dc.subjectAgricultureen
dc.subjectAgricultural educationen
dc.subjectAgricultural exposureen
dc.titleIncreasing Virginia Youth's Exposure to Agricultureen
dc.type.dcmitypeTexten
thesis.degree.disciplineAgribusinessen
thesis.degree.grantorVirginia Polytechnic Institute and State Universityen
thesis.degree.levelmastersen
thesis.degree.nameMaster of Agricultural and Life Sciencesen

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