Sid Morrison Agricultural Education Fund

Young people growing up in the Yakima Valley today are surrounded by one of the most diverse and bountiful growing areas in the world, yet many of them have never been given the opportunity to truly experience agriculture first-hand. Through the Sid Morrison Agriculture Education Fund, we provide valuable agricultural education & programming for students; helping the next generation learn about the rich agricultural history of our Valley and inspire them to be part of Yakima Valley’s agricultural industry.

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PROGRAMS SUPPORTED BY SID'S FUND

Fourth Grade “Perfect Plate” Project

The newest addition to our educational programming, we created a project designed specifically for fourth grade students all about food grown here in Washington State.

Students will learn about food groups and Washington State commodities in order to create their “Perfect Plate”. The student’s “Perfect Plates” will be part of a feature exhibit within the Ag Building; participating students and educators will be given a complimentary Fair admission ticket to come to see their project on display during the annual Fair.

Thanks to the support of the Sid Morrison Agricultural Education Fund, over 1,000 students from across the Valley participate in this program each year. “Perfect Plate”

School “Fair Field Trip" Program

For many students, participating in their school’s Fair field trip is their only opportunity to attend the Fair to learn about the importance of agriculture to our Valley.

A full day of learning is planned for the students as they rotated around five different learning stations. Each station provided hands-on activities: make-and-take projects, educational presentations, rocket launches, and getting up close with the farm animals.

In 2025 the Central Washington State Fair held 2 days of learning with over 2,000 students from across the Valley participating.

TOGETHER WE DID!

The Farmer's Garden ~ From Vision to Reality
What began as a vision for a hands-on agricultural learning space is now a reality.

Through the generosity of our donors and community partners, The Farmer's Garden has come to life at State Fair Park, creating a place where children can experience agriculture firsthand, learn where their food comes from, and discover the importance of agriculture in the Yakima Valley.

Because of you, we turned vision into action.

Together We Can... PLANT THE NEXT SEED

Help Bring Year-Round Learning to The Farmer's Garden

The next chapter of The Farmer's Garden is already taking root.

A greenhouse has been purchased, creating an opportunity to expand agricultural education beyond the growing season and provide hands-on learning experiences throughout the year.

Now we need your help to bring it to life.

Funds raised through the Sid Morrison Agricultural Education Fund will help support the installation and year-round operation of the greenhouse, expanding opportunities for students and our community to learn, grow and experience agriculture firsthand.

Help Us Plant the Next Seed.

SUPPORT THE GREENHOUSE