Students at Warner Elementary School in Wilmington got a firsthand look at agriculture career possibilities when Liz Harrison visited their Junior Achievement Exploration Fair. Harrison, who serves as Chair of New Castle County Young Farmers and Ranchers, works as a farm insurance agent and spoke with students about her professional journey in the agricultural sector.
The exploration event featured multiple stations where business professionals and volunteers from various Delaware industries shared insights about their work. Harrison joined other community members in broadening students’ perspectives on potential career paths they might pursue in the future.
Young learners peppered Harrison with numerous inquiries about agricultural work and farming life. She detailed how farmers maintain demanding schedules with unpredictable hours, explaining that her role as their insurance representative requires her to remain accessible whenever clients require assistance. When students questioned how to recognize authentic food products, Harrison discussed whole food concepts and locations where they’re available, noting that farmers markets along with grocery store produce, meat, and dairy departments provide excellent opportunities to support area farmers while selecting nutritious options.
The interaction proved meaningful for Harrison, who appreciated learning about the students’ personal interests and career dreams. “I always ask kids what they want to change about their world when they grow up and the responses blew me away,” she said. “Our youth have big aspirations for their future!” Additional details about Junior Achievement of Delaware can be found at https://delaware.ja.org/, while Delaware Farm Bureau information is available at www.defb.org.
