Youth explore 360-degree view of ag through new virtual reality extension program

Kristen Sindelar
Oct 9, 2026
Oct 9, 2026

Ag 360 2.jpeg — Youth experienced agriculture in Hawaii, Alaska and Nebraska using virtual reality.
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Youth are getting a unique 360-degree view of agricultural production in different states through a new, interactive virtual reality program.

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Ag 360 3.jpeg — Extension educator Gary Stone teaches youth about irrigation methods at the Panhandle Research, Education and Extension Center in Scottsbluff, Neb.
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Untitled design - 1 — Youth used 360 cameras and iPads to take their own pictures to create virtual reality tours showcasing research and agriculture in Nebraska. This group worked at the U.S. Meat Animal Research Center near Mead.
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Reporter Kristen Sindelar has loved agriculture her entire life, coming from a diversified farm with three generations working side-by-side in northeastern Nebraska. Reach her at Kristen.Sindelar@midwestmessenger.com.