Agriculture in the classroom (AITC) is a national program with activities in every state and territory across the country. The purpose of AITC is to inform students and teachers about how agriculture is a part of their daily lives. By incorporating more information about the food and fiber system into daily classroom lessons, students will better understand the role of agriculture.

Illinois AITC program is run by the Illinois Farm Bureau. However, the Illinois AITC Program's success is contributed in part to the efforts of the individual county programs.

The Cook County program was initiated in 1987 and serves primary, secondary, and undergraduate students. The mission of the Cook County AITC program is to expand students' awareness and appreciation for the importance of agriculture everywhere.

Cook County AITC offers you, the educator, an opportunity to help youth understand the importance of agriculture in their everyday lives. While we are all dependent on agriculture for our food and fiber, few of us understand how food and fiber are produced. Please, take a look at all the resources that are available to you to help show your students that agriculture is everyday!