Crop Defenders
Crops can’t run from danger, so how do they survive scorching heat, dry soil, or hungry insects? Step up to the C-SPIRIT booth and become a Crop Defender! Explore real crop samples, pick up colorful defense cards, and decide which protection each crop uses to stay healthy. Then check your answers to discover the secret: Crops make special natural helpers, tiny compounds that keep them healthy during heat, drought, and pest attacks. See how these natural defenses help farmers grow strong crops and support a more sustainable future for agriculture.
Presented by:
- Ashley Stender, Promotion & Outreach Coordinator, Plant Resilience Institute, MSU
Suggested for ages: Kindergarten and Pre-K, Elementary school age, Middle school age, High school age, 18 years and above
Scientific Disciplines:
- Plant and Animal Sciences
For more information:
Read more about Crop Defenders (external site)
Times and Locations
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4/11/2026 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Room 2202
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4/12/2026 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: STEM Teaching and Learning Facility Room 2202