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AG IN THE CLASSROOM those majoring in agriculture at Iowa State, internships are at the center of their academic programs. It is expected that you start doing internships as early as your freshman year, and if you find a company that you like, maybe extend that internship into a second or even third summer. Once you graduate, there is a good chance that you already have a job waiting for you and because you spent time interning, you are already acquainted with the location and surrounding community, making the transition easier. If you are the parent of a high school student and are looking to give them an advantage, a job shadow can be a valuable tool in helping them figure out college majors. Most businesses in agriculture are willing to open their doors to any student who is curious about a future career, offering them the chance to try the job before they “buy it” with college tuition money. These job shadows are also an opportunity to ask questions about the type of work performed, the hours expected, and both the positive and negative aspects of the position. Job shadows are especially helpful for students who are struggling to pin down what they are good at or may enjoy. As an educator, the questions “What are you good at?” and “What do you like to do?” are often met with “IDK” or “I don’t know” if they are feeling particularly talkative. While this is a frustrating response, it is the perfect interlude to talking about job shadows. Once you make a job shadow suggestion that they don’t like, they tend to become more vocal about what they do like or might be interested in. A win for both parties. When looking for opportunities in the community, don’t forget to point kids toward small businesses and entrepreneurs. Students could find a summer job opportunity that gives them the chance to play a larger role in decision-making. That role may be appealing, and their help can be valuable in limited-staffed situations. It is also worth having a conversation about your own careers in agriculture or the careers of close friends and family members. While your child may know in a vague sense what you do, they may not have an in-depth understanding of your roles and responsibilities. Chances are you also know people in agriculture already who have careers your child may like. A quick email or text message is sometimes all it takes to get them real-world experience in agriculture. A final note on the topic: If you are a business professional reading this, do not hesitate to market internships or job shadow opportunities directly to students; or, if that is not possible, create a “Day in the Life Of…” video that could be easily accessed from your social media or YouTube accounts. Students think about their futures more than we adults often give them credit for, and if businesses take steps to make themselves appealing to students, they just might find their next dedicated employee. n Since 1972, the Breedens have been selling Iowa’s leading hay equipment Let Bob and Calvin help you with all your baling needs. Bob Breeden Josh Breeden Jordan Breeden Calvin Breeden Register for the L.E.A.D. 563-686-4242 Academy to grow breedensales.com • email: c4balers@netins.net your network and agronomic knowledge today! 17047 167th Ave. Maquoketa, Iowa 52060 40 EASTERN IOWA FARMER | FALL 2023 eifarmer.com Scan this QR code to see when our next L.E.A.D. Academy event takes place.
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Page 1 and 2: The Eastern Iowa Fall 2023 Farmer
Page 3: GEOFF APER Field Sales Representati
Page 6 and 7: The Eastern Iowa Farmer® DIRECTORY
Page 8 and 9: Farmer The Eastern Iowa Fall 2023 A
Page 10 and 11: Bruce and Sherry Ruchotzke are surr
Page 12 and 13: HOBBY FARMS They’re just big pets
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Page 18 and 19: Customer’s first choice by provid
Page 20 and 21: FOUNDED IN FAITH FORGED IN AMERICA
Page 22 and 23: LEARNING TO BE SELF SUSTAINING Cala
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Page 26 and 27: SELF SUSTAINING Her advice to anyon
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Page 30 and 31: Contact your local Wyffels Hybrids
Page 32 and 33: PLANT More PREDICTABILITY Pivot Bio
Page 34 and 35: HAYMAKERS “I like making hay. A g
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Page 38 and 39: BY JENNA STEVENS Ag in the Classroo
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Page 44 and 45: 44 EASTERN IOWA FARMER | FALL 2023
Page 46 and 47: THE ENERGY ISSUE EASTERN IOWA FARME
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Page 54 and 55: THE ENERGY ISSUE Bob Bowman Bob Bow
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Page 60 and 61: THE ENERGY ISSUE Living by the Sun
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Page 70 and 71: THE ENERGY ISSUE Charting a course
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WATERSHED Arenz and his wife Cynthi
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Kyle, Rex, Brandi, and James WE SER
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GIFTS OF GRAIN Gifts of grain or li
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Visits to state fair offers experie
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Your Source for Ag Equipment At Alt
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AG DAY Volunteers get the pancakes
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Pictured: Steve Brandenburg (left)
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WE WORK THE DIRT! • Agriculture T
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WORK WONDERS ON YOUR HARVEST WITH T
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Ag Bytes Wendong Zhang, Assistant P
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Meat Bundles *Steaks amount based o
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3 1. Teamwork makes the dream work!
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3 1. Luka Till gears up for a big d
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