Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

Educational EquipmentAgriculture can be considered one of the oldest industries in th world tracing its origin back 12,000 years. What started with small groups of people in various locations figuring out how to domesticate animals and grow their food has become a multi-trillion-dollar global industry.

Over the last few centuries, sparked by a series of industrial revolutions, significant changes have taken place throughout the industry that has shaped agriculture as we know it today. Machinery has replaced manual processes and hand tools. Additionally, technological advances, including computers and the Internet, have enabled agricultural machines and procedures to be more productive and efficient.

As technology continues to advance, agriculture must keep evolving to ensure that productivity keeps pace with an ever-expanding world population. Today’s agricultural experts need experience with more types of technology than ever before.

Agricultural mechanics is a critical component of robust and relevant agriscience programs. With the right equipment, educators can demonstrate how to construct and repair equipment, buildings, and facilities by following architectural and mechanical plans, show mechanical equipment and power systems, and teach hydraulic and pneumatic systems service and repair.

Plants, farms, and animals are the main functions of agriculture. Still, there are additional opportunities in this field. This career pathway covers a variety of careers - ranging from animal science and veterinary science to metal technologies/welding, oil and gas production systems, and energy & natural resources.

Students need the opportunity to apply physical science principles to their studies with an agricultural mechanics career track that covers:

  • Agricultural systems including equipment, power systems, alternative fuel sources and precision technology
  • Welding trainers, CNC tables, and hydraulics training systems are all key components to the formula that makes up a robust educational program
  • Food Production & Processing Systems
  • Natural and Rewable Resource Systems
  • Animal Systems, Veterinary Programs

Explore hands-on learning technologies for agricultural programs.

  • TacMed K9 Simulation
    K9 Hero
    Intubation/Bleeds
    Item Number:
    TFX-K9-HERO-1

    TacMed Simulation K9 HERO is a state-of-the-art skills trainer that allows learners to perform critical life-saving tasks such as maintaining an airway, needle decompression/thoracocentesis, hemostasis, IV insertion, Intraosseous (I/O) infusion, CPR, tracheostomy, and bandaging.

  • Innovative Farming Technology with MINDS-i
    Self-Driving Tractor Lab
    Autonomous Self-Driving Farming
    Item Number:
    MCK-AFTR-BLU/RED/ORN/GRN

    MINDS-i Robotics introduces an autonomous STEM program with a GPS-IMU tractor. Students learn programming, design, & collaboration for real-world farming tasks.

  • Amatrol Solar Concepts Training 950-SC1
    Solar Concepts Learning System
    Teach Concepts in Solar Energy and Technology Hands-On
    Item Number:
    950-SC1

    Amatrol’s Solar Concepts Learning System (950-SC1) introduces learners to a broad range of basic concepts in solar energy and technology.

  • Solar Installation Technician Training
    Solar PV Installation Learning System
    Solar Installation Technician Training
    Item Number:
    950-SPF1

    Amatrol’s Solar PV Installation Learning System provides foundational training to help students and workers prepare for solar certifications from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP), the premier solar technology certification organization.

  • Lucas-Nuelle Smart Farming Trainer
    TruckTrain Smart Farming 4.0
    Precision Farming with Section Control (ISO BUS)
    Item Number:
    CO3221-7F

    This training system from the TruckTrain series focuses on the topic of "Smart Farming 4.0" based on the ISO bus. Special attention is paid to the function of "Precision Farming with Section Control", which is implemented in the hardware in a practical and interactive way.

  • Lincoln Electric Welding Simulators
    VRTEX 360 Virtual Reality Arc Welding Training System
    Blended training solutions for welding education.

    The VRTEX® systems are virtual reality arc welding training simulators. These computer based training systems are educational tools designed to supplement and enhance traditional welding training. They allow students to practice their welding technique in a simulated and immersive environment. The VRTEX systems promote the efficient transfer of quality welding skills and body positioning to the welding booth while reducing material waste associated with traditional welding training.

  • Wind Energy Technology Foundational Skills
    Wind Concepts Learning System
    Multimedia Curriculum from Amatrol
    Item Number:
    950-WC1

    Amatrol’s Wind Concepts Learning System (950-WC1) introduces learners to a broad range of basic concepts in wind energy technology. Learners study how wind power systems work and what it takes to generate electrical power with wind.

  • Lincoln Electric Robitc Welding Trainers
    ClassMate™ Robotic Welding Trainer
    Advancing the Manufacturing Skills of the Next Generation
    Item Number:
    AD2446-1, AD2446-2, AD2446-3

    The Lincoln Electric Robotic ClassMate Cell is a complete robotic training solution designed to meet the need for advanced manufacturing training. Instructors can teach robotic concepts in the classroom and quickly move to the lab for welding practice. Students can perform offline programming and then test their skills at a manufacturing-ready robotic cell.

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