The College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has been a leader in agricultural education since its founding, turning out scores of teachers who inspire the next generation. Now, an alumnus has helped revitalize agricultural education in his local district with the development of an agriculture education building and program at Meridian High School in Macon, Illinois.
Ag education program established
After five years, the agriculture program at Meridian High School has grown and now serves about 120 students daily, with about 70 opting to participate in FFA-related activities and events yearround.





