Monsanto Gift to Benefit Agriculture in the Classroom

Monsanto Gift to Benefit Agriculture in the Classroom

Monsanto Press Release 23jun04

Mindfully.org note:

      This "gift" is much like the Trojan horse in that the recipient of the gift is not the beneficiary. Monsanto will be the beneficiary because more innocent children will be taught a most shoddy version of science. But then they will be ready to move on to doing the bidding of Monsanto, while at the same time, thinking they are helping the environment and humans.
      What Monsanto calls science is a sham. Would you want your child to be a recipient of a gift of lies? But this is exactly what happens around the globe and especially in the US. As a result of Bush economics and his war in Iraq, many schools are closing. The ones fortunate enough to remain open have had their funds cut to a bare minimum. Maintenance is unheard of. But much worse, teachers are purchasing school supplies and even books with their own personal money. So when a corporation comes knocking at the door with cash in hand, most teachers and schools will willingly accept it, for want of anything at all. And most teachers do not know about Monsanto's fictitious science. [More on Monsanto]
      If you would like to contribute to a project to create educational materials that actually tell the truth about genetic engineering, click here.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.— Monsanto announced today, at the National Agriculture in the Classroom Conference, intentions to donate a gift of $50,000 to the Agriculture in the Classroom (AITC) Consortium. AITC is a grassroots student educational program coordinated by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) with chapters in all states and territories. State AITC programs address the need for agriculture literacy at the K-12 student level, with innovative curricular efforts designed specifically to reach non-traditional agriculture students.

"The AITC Consortium is privileged to accept this gift which will benefit students and teachers around the country who want to learn more about agriculture," said Kevin Daugherty, president of Agriculture in the Classroom Consortium. "Monsanto's gift is the first of its kind to the Consortium and will greatly enhance the grant pool available each year, providing additional opportunities for deserving educational projects at the state level."

The Monsanto gift will be used to fund three projects per year over the next three years through a competitive state-level grant process administered by the AITC Consortium. The grants will award outstanding initiatives developed by state AITC programs focused on biotechnology, plant sciences, or agriculture and the environment. Supporting AITC allows Monsanto to maintain its commitment to science education and grassroots efforts that improve the understanding and acceptance of biotechnology.

"Monsanto believes the educational efforts undertaken by AITC state programs are as important as they have ever been," said Kerry Preete, Vice President of Monsanto, U.S. Crop Production. "Science education is fundamental to fully appreciate the contribution agriculture makes in our society and we believe AITC is committed to educating the next generation of consumers and opinion leaders about these issues."

The National Agriculture in the Classroom Conference explores the Cultures of Agriculture in Albuquerque, New Mexico, June 23-26, 2004. Designed for teachers and volunteers who have an interest in agricultural literacy, the AITC National Conference demonstrates how to incorporate agricultural concepts across the curriculum through interesting and engaging activities and lessons.

Sponsored and hosted by the United States Department of Agriculture and the New Mexico Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom, this conference features agricultural literacy programs presented by experienced, enthusiastic teachers and other professionals. For more information about the conference or to contact a state USDA AITC lead visit http://www. agclassroom.org .

Monsanto Company (NYSE: MON - News) is a leading global provider of technology-based solutions and agricultural products that improve farm productivity and food quality. You can learn more about Monsanto's commitment to youth and science education by visiting the company's website at http://www.monsanto.com and clicking on "Our pledge" and then "Commitment to Youth."

source: http://www.monsanto.com/monsanto/layout/media/04/06-23-04.asp 23jun04

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