New partnership expands farm learning access across Saskatchewan schools
Agriculture in the Classroom Saskatchewan AITC SK and the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission Sask Wheat have announced a new three-year partnership to improve agriculture education in schools across Saskatchewan. The goal of this partnership is to help students better understand farming, food production, and the importance of agriculture in daily life.
Through this agreement, Sask Wheat will support AITC SK programs that provide learning materials and educational activities for schools. These efforts will focus on improving classroom resources and building stronger connections with teachers and school divisions across the province.
A key part of the partnership is the Resource and Educator Expansion initiative. This program aims to improve the quality of teaching materials, align content with school curriculum, and increase access to agriculture learning opportunities. Special attention will be given to students in rural and remote communities so they can benefit equally from these resources.
“Ag in the Classroom’s educational initiatives play a critical role in helping students understand the importance of agriculture and the opportunities that exist within our industry,” said Blair Goldade, Executive Director of Sask Wheat. “This partnership with AITC-SK helps ensure Saskatchewan students and teachers have access to high-quality, engaging resources that build awareness of agriculture, food production and the role wheat growers play in feeding the world.”
AITC SK has already made a strong impact. In 2025, the organization reached more than 81,000 students and 34,000 other youth through over 401,000 learning experiences. These programs were delivered in 618 schools and 263 communities across Saskatchewan.
The organization also manages more than 200 educational resources. In 2025 alone, it distributed 5,800 printed materials and recorded 5,900 digital downloads, showing strong demand for agriculture education tools.
“This partnership represents an exciting investment in the future of agriculture education in Saskatchewan,” said Sara Shymko, Executive Director of AITC-SK. “With Sask Wheat’s support, we can take a more strategic and sustainable approach to resource development, educator engagement and curriculum alignment while continuing to inspire students to better understand agriculture and food systems.”
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