National Farmers Day
Scavenger Hunt
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Farmers Day is celebrated every year on October 12. The profession of
farming began around 12,000 years ago with the domestication of
livestock as hunter/gatherers settled down and started to plant their own
food. In short, farming is one of the oldest jobs around. Complete this
scavenger hunt to learn more about careers in this vital industry!
Activity: Find the correct Career Profiles in Career based on the clues
below by watching Job Shadowing Video. Complete the Pop Quiz for each
Career Profile. Type the name of the Career Profile and your Pop Quiz score
into this worksheet.
Career Profile Name
Depending on the facility, this professional may be required to
manage the entire gamut of aquaculture, from hatchery operations
to distribution of product. Hint: Several chefs have visited this facility.
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Pop Quiz Score
Learn More!
You can read about the history of National
Farmer’s Day, why it’s important, and how to
celebrate here:
nationaltoday.com/national-farmers-day/
National Farmers Day
Scavenger Hunt cont.
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Career Profile Name
This professional supervises all steps of crop production or ranging,
including planting, fertilizing, harvesting, and herding. Hint: He also
owns a pop-up dinner business.
2.
Pop Quiz Score
Career Profile Name
This professional uses their knowledge of the natural sciences to
protect the environment and human health. They may clean up
polluted areas, advise policymakers, or work with industry to reduce
waste. Hint: In the profile video, Lois is in charge of administration.
3.
Pop Quiz Score
Career Profile Name
This professional keeps livestock in pens, barns, and other farm
buildings. Hint: He uses technology for marketing as well as electric
fencing.
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Pop Quiz Score