Exploring Ag Careers: AAL Visits Alfred and Lent Hill Dairy

"The New York State Animal and Agricultural Leadership (AAL) Program recently brought 20 high school students to Alfred University, Alfred State College, and Lent Hill Dairy Farm for an immersive, hands-on experience focused on preparing youth for future careers in agriculture and animal science.

This experience is part of the AAL program’s mission to promote positive youth development and align with the Beyond Ready initiative—a nation wide effort to ensure youth are both prepared and empowered to thrive in a changing world. By engaging directly with college faculty, industry professionals, and working farms, participants gain the confidence, skills, and knowledge needed to explore a variety of pathways into the agricultural workforce."

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