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“Agriculture is a vital part of our economy and we must ensure its future by keeping each generation interested and well-trained in the industry,” Governor Rell said. “This bill will allow more students to benefit from our state-of-the-art agriculture science programs.” The new law requires school districts that do not offer vocational agriculture training to provide enrollment opportunities for its students in one or more centers in other districts. There are currently 19 high schools designated as regional vocational agriculture centers in Connecticut. The programs prepare students for careers in agriculture, aquaculture and related industries. The law also changes the name for education offered at these centers from vocational agriculture to agricultural science and technology education. “Connecticut has a rich agricultural heritage. For such a small state we make the most of what we have. It is big business here and contributes more than $2 billion a year to our economy,” the Governor said. “The seeds of its successes are sown in the many agriculture education programs available to Connecticut students.” House Bill 5869, An Act Concerning Agricultural Science and Technology Education, took effect July 1. © Copyright by StamfordPlus.com. Some articles and pictures posted on our website, as indicated by their bylines, were submitted as press releases and do not necessarily reflect the position and opinion of StamfordPlus.com, Stamford Plus magazine, Canaiden LLC or any of its associated entities. Articles may have been edited for brevity and grammar. Related Articles: Shays supports greater oversight and transparency in financial markets - Sep 19, 2008 - 11:14 PM HealtheChildren fundraiser in Ridgefield this Saturday - Sep 19, 2008 - 4:12 PM The new Gurdon and Kathy Wattles Marine Mammal Observatory unveiled - Sep 19, 2008 - 12:36 PM Fairfield Museum’s Fall Festival, Native American style - Sep 19, 2008 - 12:35 PM Back to school: local au pairs hit the streets of New York in mass numbers - Sep 18, 2008 - 11:02 AM CURRENT HEADLINES: Top of Page
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