The Importance of Agriculture in Our World: Learn, Explore, and Grow at Curiosity Farms

For thousands of years, agriculture has provided the foundation for human civilizations. Today, it continues to shape the way we live in three major ways:

1. Food Security – Agriculture supplies the grains, fruits, vegetables, dairy, and meat that billions of people depend on every day. Without farming innovations, the world would not be able to feed its rapidly growing population.
2. Economic Impact – Agriculture fuels jobs and industries around the globe. From farmers and scientists to transport and food service workers, agriculture employs millions and sustains entire communities.
3. Sustainability and the Future – Modern agriculture is at the heart of solving climate and resource challenges. Innovations like hydroponics, drone pollinators, and GPS-controlled tractors help farmers grow more with less while protecting our environment.

Want to understand how agriculture impacts your life? Plan a visit to Curiosity Farms and experience it firsthand.

At Curiosity Farms, Thanksgiving Point brings the story of agriculture to life through interactive exhibits and programs. Families, students, and visitors of all ages can learn about farming’s past, present, and future in unforgettable ways.

Step into the world of animal care and agricultural science. Here, you will discover how genetics, economics, and breeding play a role in keeping farms thriving. Get hands-on by milking a cow, petting a rabbit, or even testing your courage on the forty-foot-tall alfalfa climber.

Don’t just read about farming – experience it in the Livestock Learning Lab.

Agricultural technology is transforming the world – and you can see it up close at the Innovation Station. Discover how drone pollinators, robot farm hands, and GPS-controlled tractors are changing the way farmers grow food.

Step into the Innovation Station and see how science and technology are shaping the farms of tomorrow.

Farming is no longer limited to open fields. At Curiosity Farms’ Grow Tech Gardens, guests step into hydroponic containers where leafy greens, herbs, and vegetables grow without soil. These futuristic methods provide fresh produce for Thanksgiving Point’s restaurants. During the Plant Lab program, you can help seed and pick crops – seeing firsthand how food goes from farm to table.

Join the Plant Lab at Grow Tech Gardens and take part in growing your food.

Curiosity Farms is more than a place to visit – it is a place to understand the global importance of agriculture. Guests leave with a deeper appreciation for where their food comes from, the science that makes farming possible, and the innovative technology shaping the future. Whether you are a family looking for hands-on learning, a teacher planning a field trip, or a visitor curious about sustainability, Curiosity Farms connects the past, present, and future of farming in unforgettable ways.