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 Farm to
Market
During this class you will:

Intermediate • Learn about farming

and farmer’s markets.

• Discuss organic and

non-organic
products.

• Talk about the

challenges of
farming.
Warm-up
Share your thoughts.

- What is a “farmer’s market”?

Warm-up
- Are there any markets where you live?
And you can quote me…
Read and answer the questions.

“Agriculture is the most helpful, most useful and

most noble employment of men."
-- George Washington
(Former U.S. President, 1732-1799)

- What does this quote mean to you?

- Do you agree or disagree? Why or why not?

- How is agriculture “noble”?

- How important is farming in your country?

Speak your mind
Share your thoughts and opinions.

Agriculture is important for a country's economic

and sustainable development. The farming
industry faces many challenges every day from Speak
weather and natural conditions to competition
and food regulations. Farming can be a difficult your
job.

- What are some challenges of farming?

mind.
- Do you think being a farmer is hard?
- Do you have any farming experience?
- Do you know anyone who is a farmer?
- Do you think being a farmer is a good career?
- Is the farming industry profitable in your country?
- Does your country’s government assist farmers? How?
- How can the farming industry be improved?
Imagine that!
As a class, create a story.

Imagine your town is opening a farmer’s market

and you want to open your own stand.

Think about:
Imagine
- What products would you sell? that!
- How would you present/advertise your product?
- Would you hire anyone to help you?
- How much profit do you think you would make?
- What ingredients, tools and supplies would you need?
- Would you have a special name for your stand or
product?
Answer me this!
Take turns asking each other questions.

1. What are some products you can buy/sell at a

market? Answer
2. Describe any experiences you’ve had on a farm.

3. What foods are unique to your country? Describe

me this!
some popular dishes that include them.

4. What are some crops farmed in your country? What

are some animals raised in your country?

5. What do you think the phrase “eat the seasons”

means?

6. Do you enjoy gardening? Why or why not?

Before you go!
Here’s some cultural fun:

Organic agriculture is farming without the use of

Before you
artificial chemicals. Organic farmers use
alternative pest control methods to avoid using go!
chemicals when growing their crops. The
downside is, organic food is usually more
expensive. Many people believe organic
products are better for your health, and natural
products are becoming more popular.

- What are the advantages and disadvantages of

organic food?
- In your opinion, what is “healthy food”?
- Do you eat organic produce? Why or why not?
- What are some ways regular people can make better
food choices? What should they look for?
Wrap-up
Pick one question to discuss: Wrap-up
about today’s class?
1. What did you like most today?

2. What do you need to improve on?

3. What did you do well on today?

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