State FFA convention highlights need for ag teachers amid growing classroom demand

LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraska’s ag classrooms boom as schools scramble for teacher. The teacher shortage affects ag classrooms, creating challenges.

At the state FFA convention, high school seniors may be sitting by their future co-workers.

“Really quite a mountain to climb if you’re filling those positions,” said Matt Kreifels, associate professor. “If you are studying ag education there are high school principals and superintendents calling you.”…

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