Immanuel Lutheran Students Dive into Agriculture at Farm Camp Minnesota

Last week the 5-8th graders at ILS went to Ziegler in Jackson, Fast Farms in Mountain Lake, and Kurt Blomgren Seeds in Mountain Lake. We learned about careers in agriculture and farming.

The 1st place we went to was Ziegler where they sell combinens, excavators, skidloaders, ect. They taught us how much a tire cost which is 5k EACH. We saw self driven machines. We saw a fully extended sprayer. There was a tiny excavator there, and it was so cute. Cody’s dad gave us a tour of the building. At the end Char gave us little treat bags for the ride to the next farm.

The 2nd farm we went to was Fast Farms where they sell their grain. They showed us how a planter works. They really love John Deere. They taught us when they are their corn that the whole farm will smell like popcorn. He also showed us the pit that they put corn in; it was 12 ft deep! They let us climb in their combine and look in it.

Our last farm we went to was Kurt Blomgren Seeds where he sells seeds for Pioneer. We got to experience feeding cows and learning about them. Kurt showed us his pigs. He had a cute little dog named Sky. We saw the pig manure system which was very interesting. After we where done learning we got to play around his farm which was SUPER fun. And for the ride home he gave us MEGA stuffed oreos.

Overall it was really fun, and I think it would be fun if we did it again. My favorite overall was definitely Kurt’s farm.

Last week the 5-8th graders at Immanuel Lutheran School went to Ziegler in Jackson, Fast Farms in Mountain lake, and Kurt Blomgren Farms in Mountain lake. We had a lot of fun and we learned about a lot of things.

The first place we went to was Ziegler in Jackson. We learned about how much a combine cost. A combine cost 100,000 to 800,000 or more. We also climbed on the equipment and saw the inside of the tractors. We saw how the wheels turned on the sprayer and how the arms went out. We learned the combine was made in Italy.

The second place we went was Fast farms in Mountain lake. They plant a lot of crops. They also have lots of John Deere. We learned how big a bushel is. We saw how the grain bin works. We saw the planter. We got to climb in the combine which was operated by an Ipad.

The last place we went was Kurt Blomgren Farms in Mountain Lake. There were cows, pigs and some cats. We got to feed the cows. We got to see how the manure system worked. We got to sit on the tractors.

The trip was overall fun. On the trip we learned about agricultural careers. My favorite place was Kurt Blomgren Farms in Mountain lake. That was my favorite place because there were cows and pigs. If we could do a field trip like that again I would do it.

On Thursday, May 1st, Immanuel Lutheran School went on a field trip to some farm camps. We first started at Ziegler in Jackson, MN. We also went to Fast Farms in Mountain Lake, and ended at Kurt Blomgren who sells seeds and raises livestock. We had a lot of fun doing and learning about how to plant crops and how they raise animals.

The first place we went to was Zielgar in Jackson where they sell farm equipment. We learned about how the combine came from Italy. Also we learned how much one combine is worth about $100,000 to $800,000! We saw how sprayers wheels can spread out and saw how the arms move out. Even the wheels are expensive. I liked going into the different equipment and seeing all the different features.

Next we went to Fast Farms in Mountain Lake. They plant a lot of crops each year. They showed us how big a bushel is, and it’s about two 5 gallon buckets. They have to dump the grain into a 12 ft deep hole first before they start the process of the grain bin . I liked the drying process in a grain bin and the temperature reached 200 degrees. I like how they explained how the planter plants the crops. Also, I learned about the process of how the seeds go through the planter.

Finally we ended the field trip at Kurt Blogrens Seeds. I loved to see the cattle, especially the baby calves. I also loved that we got to feed the cows. We learned about how he feeds and sells the pigs. They’re also natural pigs. They have a pit for all the manure. He explained the process it goes through. I liked climbing on the old tractors and on the bales.

The field trip was overall fun to do. I liked it because I love learning about agriculture, since I live on a farm. If we could do a field trip like that again I would do it.

I went on a field trip with Immanuel Lutheran School on May 1, 2025. We went to learn about farming and what we can do. These are some things I liked and were intrigued by.

First we stopped at Ziegler in Jackson, Minnesota. I was intrigued by the cost and neatness of the equipment. The size of the building was intriguing . The fire hose is surprising . I liked it because I saw my dad. I was also intrigued how 2 ½ combines can be made a day.

Next we went to Fast Farms by Mountain Lake. I was intrigued by the combine.The grain bin was cool. The corn dryer sounded cool. The 1400 acre property is amazing . The Ipad operated equipment was cool. I liked going in the combine.

Lastly we went to Kurt Blommgren Seeds by Mountain Lake, too. I liked the cool names of the cows like Tom Brady. I also liked getting on the old tractors. The pigs were cool.

I liked the field trip because I got to skip math to learn about jobs I could have in agriculture. I learned about how farm equipment works. We got to have treats, too.

I go to school at ILS. We went on a field trip to Ziegler, Fast Farms, and Kurt Blomgren Farms. I learned about how much stuff costs, and how big the machine is.

First we went to Ziegler, which is in Jackson, MN. I saw the warehouse with all the tools and parts. Then, we went outside where there were all the different machines that we got to go in. They even drove one, which went sideways. They told us how much some cost, and what you do when or if you’ll work there.

The next place we went to was Fast Farms. When you got there you could tell they really liked John Deere. They told us that an acre is about the size of a football field, and the size of a bushel. I got to see an old tractor, and got to sit in a combine in their shed. They said what they did in their field, and how much fertilizer they use.

Finally, we went to Kurt Blomgren Farms. They had their own produce for Pioneer, pigs, and cows. They told us the process of their grain bins, and the process of the pigs. We got to hand feed the cows corn cobs. They had a dog named Skye that was roaming around.

Every farm taught us something different, and it was all fun and interesting. I learned so much about agriculture and so much more.

I had a lot of fun at farm camp. We went to Ziegler in Jackson. After that we went to Fast Farms up by Mountain Lake and learned a lot of stuff there. After that, we went to Butterfield to Kurt Blomgren farms and looked at the animals and tractors there.

At Ziegler we got a tour of the whole place and got to see a lot of different tractors, sprayers and combines there too. It was a lot of fun to see all the things there. I liked sitting in all of the machinery.

We then went To Fast Farms. I liked that they had a lot of John Deere tractors and a combine there. The bin site was really cool. I enjoyed learning about all the different parts on the planter and the bin site. Also the sprayer was neat. I think it is cool that we got our combine from them.

Kurt Blomgren was our final stop. One thing I liked about the place is they had pigs, cattle and a dog. It was a lot of fun feeding the cattle, and they named their bull Tom Brady. They had a lot of old equipment that was really cool to sit on. Kurt was a seed dealer for Pioneer.

Overall I had a great time at farm camp and it was really fun to see all of the things that Zegler,Fast Farms and Kurt Blomgern had to see.

We went on a field trip on Thursday to three different places. They were Ziegler, Fast Farms and Kurt Blomgren farms.

First we went to Ziegler where they had tractors, combines, skid loaders etc…we got to get in some of the machinery and saw the sprayer put the booms out. I liked the combine. It had no steering wheel, only joysticks, and we also learned about careers in agriculture that we could do when we get older.

Next we went to Fast Farms where they had just John Deere there, we also got to get in some tractors as well there and a combine but this one had a steering wheel. We saw how all his grain bins were set up and how everything connected together and where the corn went first to last. We learned that you can control a lot of things connected to the tractor with an ipad.

Next we went to Kurt Blomgren seeds where he sold seeds. He had cows and pigs which I liked. We also got to feed the cows corn which I enjoyed. played some tag and that was pretty fun. I also liked to pet the cows and pigs. I liked that he named his red angus bull Tom Brady. We also got to get on some tractors here as well. This was my favorite place because of what we learned and the cows and pigs and all the fun we had at this farm.

This field trip was a fun experience. It was really cool seeing and climbing in all the tractors!

On May 4, 2025, our 5th-8th grade classes went on a farm camp field trip. We went to Ziegler, Fast Farms, and Kurt Blomgren farms. Here are my three favorite things from each place.

Our first stop was Ziegler. We learned about the prices and they were really high. The second thing I enjoyed is climbing on the equipment. It was like practice for the rock climbing season. I thought it was neat how they fit all the equipment into the little excavator.

Fast Farms was our second stop. We learned that the dryers dry the corn at 200 degrees fahrenheit. The second thing we learned was that the planters planted at 20in rows. The third thing is how the sprayer tank worked.

Kurt Blomgren Farms was our last stop. The first thing that we learned was how much seed he sells in 1 year. It was fun watching the swine run around. I really enjoyed jumping around on the hay bales.

These are all the things that I thought were fun on the farm camp trip. I would go back on that trip again.

These are some of the places that Immanuel Lutheran School visited for Farm Camp. We first visited Ziegler in Jackson, Fast Farms in Mountain Lake, and Kurt Blomgren Farms in Butterfield.

I liked how in Ziegler we could see how every machine would be made. There were other things I liked. We could sit in the tractors and see the machines up close. They showed us the 4 wheel turn on the sprayer. There were also a bunch of training rooms where you could learn how to make sure the machine works right.

At Fast Farms I liked when we could see the massive grain bins and how they work. We were also able to see the mini sprayer that connects to the tractor. It was really cool to sit in the combine. There was also a planter I thought was cool.

At Kurt Blomgren Farms I liked when we could see the pigs and cattle. We also got to see old tractors and equipment. We got to feed the cows corn and got to see where they would sell the seed from.

These are my most favorite things about the farm camp in Jackson, Mountain Lake, and in Butterfield. Ag careers were interesting to learn about.

We went to Ziegler, Fast Farms, and Kurt Blomgren Farms. We learned about different careers in the ag field.

We first went to Ziegler. We were able to climb on many different machines and saw a sprayer in which its wheels could turn 45 degrees and then we went inside to see that there were also many parts inside of Ziegler and nice workers. They also work with Agco. They can make about two and a half tractors a day. They showed us a combine with no steering wheel and only a stick to control it.

Then we went to Fast Farms. We saw a sprayer that was used with a tablet to control it. They had grain things that dried the corn and then cooled the seeds down. We saw some kitties in a little barn. Tractors and combines are a great way to spend time with your grandson according to Fasts. Combines are one of the least needed mechanical ones.

Finally we went to Kurt Blomgren Farms. We were able to run and play tag. We fed the cows and the orange one was named Tom Brady. I liked the swine and other stuff the most. The seed industry is very interesting to me, maybe not to you. They had old tractors and I like that because sometimes it's all you need to get the job done.

All of it was a great experience. They all let us get inside tractors and look at all the new high tech beside Kurt Blomgren Farm. I rate this trip a 10/10.

We went on a field trip to ziegler cat in jackson, fast farms in mountain lake, and kurt bloomgren farms. The following were the best things we did.

At ziegler I liked climbing on the equipment, learning about the sprayer, touring the combine and listening to him talking about it. I liked listening to him talk about the small excavator and climbing inside it, and watching him drive the sprayer.

The second thing we did was go to fast farms in mountain lake, mn. I liked climbing on the john deere equipment and going inside it. I enjoyed listening to him talk about the grain bins and learning how the dryer dries the corn and beans. Learning about the planter and learning about how much a bushel was was interesting.

At curt bloomgren farms, I liked climbing on the hay bales and jumping from one hay bale to another. Seeing and climbing on the old tractors, petting the pigs, seeing and feeding the cows, and learning about how much seed they sold was very interesting also.

I liked many things about farm camp. These were my favorite things at ziegler cat, fast farms, and Kurt blomgren seeds.

On Thursday May 1st, 2025, we went on a farm camp trip with the 5th-8th grades. We went to Ziegler, Fast Farms , and Kurt Blomgren farms.

First we went to Ziegler in Jackson. We were taught a lot of things. Some of those things were that AGCO could make up to four tractors a day. They also showed us that the rogator sprayers tires could turn at different angles and the tires can go outwards. Another thing they showed us was a new Fendt combine that had no steering wheel. They said it worked like a lawn mower.

Next we went to Fast farms in Mountain lake. They showed us their bin site and drying system. They also showed us their sprayer and what fertilizer is made up of. They talked about the different agricultural careers.

Finally we went to Kurt Bolmgren farms in Butterfield. When we got there he showed us his cows. He even had a wagyu cow named Tom Brady; he said they were going to ship it to Indiana soon. Next he took us to see his pigs. He said they were all natural. Then we went to see his seed shed because he is a Pioneer seed dealer. After that we got to sit on all of his old tractors. Finally we went and fed his cows some corn.

This field trip was fun. I enjoyed feeding the cows at Kurt’s the most!

We went on a field trip to 3 different places, and we learned about tractors, grain planters, sprayers, and animals. We went to Ziegler, Fast Farms, and Kurt Blomgren Farms.

First we went to Ziegler. Some of their tractors were made in Italy but also here in Jackson. We learned about a combine. We got to climb tractors and sit in them. If you wanted to buy something they would go to your house. Ziegler finishes the tractors that Agco builds.

Second, we went to fast farms. We learned about the corn drying system. We got to climb on the combine and the planter. They only had John Deere stuff. They taught us about the sprayer.

Finally, we went to Kurt Blomgren. He had a dog named Sky. We got to climb on old tractors. He had a bull named Tom Brady. We got to feed the cows. We got to pet the pigs.

It was really fun. I think we should do it again. My favorite was Kurt Blomgren farm.

My class and I went on a Farm camp trip to three different places: Ziegler, Fast Farms, and Kurt Blongreen Farm so we could learn about Agriculture. We saw different equipment and learned about different careers.

Ziegler is a place where lots of farmers like my dad get new equipment and tools for their farm. We explored Ziegler as a class, and saw many tools inside the shop. Then we went outside the building where there were a lot of tractors and combines. We got to go in lots of different tractors; there was even one combine without a steering wheel. I went in a sprayer, a combine, and a fork lift. They also said that they make up to two tractors a day.

Fast farms is more of John Deere equipment. Brandon, the one showing us around, told us most of the stuffwas worked by an Ipad. Then we went to a bin on the farm. I was surprised because it was much smaller than my dads bins. The bins held corn so when the corn went into this machine it dried the corn so it smells like popcorn.

We then went to Kurt Blongreen Farm. This farm had more animals than tools and tractors. There were cows, pigs, a dog and even a few cats but unfortunately I couldn't even find one! We mostly ran around the farm exploring and looking at the animals. We also went on some hay bales. We also got to feed the cows, and I was even lucky to pet one! There was also a park that I saw but I didn't go to the playground. We might have been able to go everywhere, but that was still the guy's property. And plus that playground looked like it was about to fall down.

Even though my father is a farmer, I still learned lots of things at these farms. Out of all of them the animal farm is definitely my favorite out of the three.

We went to farms to learn about animals and machines. We went to these three farms: Ziegler,Fast Farms,and Kurt Blomgren Farms.

So we went to Jackson for Ziegler, we learned that they make 2 ½ tractors a day. You also have to wear protective gear in the back. We all got to sit in some machines; the combine was my favorite.

We also went to Fast Farms, we learned that a planter can plant up to thirty rows at a time. We got to sit in the combine and the tractor.

Finally we went to Kurt Blomgren's farm, where we got to feed the cows. Then we sat in some tractors and saw some field equipment.

We were learning the farming business of farming that day. I hope to go there again.

We went to Ziegler which is where they sell mostly Fendt, Fast Farms where they taught us about planters, and Kurt Blomgren Farms where they taught us about animals .

I liked Ziegler because I learned how much stuff costs like combines, how they take stuff apart, and we got to go on equipment like skid steers, terigaters, tractors etc.

I liked Fast farms because I learned about silos, and how they dry grain at 200 hundred degrees and it smells like popcorn. I learned about a different type of terigaters that would hook to a tractor, and that not all combined grain tanks fold.

At Kurt Blomgren’s farm we got to pet the animals like pigs, and cattle. The pigs were natural. He had a bull that was to put marbling in the cattle meat. We learned about selling seeds and how they pack them and sell them.

I liked farm camp because I learned about animal farming and different equipment, and how it all works and what it's for.

When I went on a class field trip we went to farms and learned about agriculture. First we went to Ziegler and learned about how tractors are made, then we went to Fast Farms and learned about grains. We also went to Kurt Blomgren Seeds and learned about hogs and cattle.

The first place we went was Ziegler. We went into the building department where they put parts and build tractors. We went outside to see the sprayer but we also got to go on the tractors. We also saw an electric combine with no steering wheel.

The second place we went was to Fast Farms which had an iPad controlled sprayer. We learned about grains and how tall a bushel is which is two five gallon buckets. We also learned that you have to cool and warm corn kernels and when you warm them up they smell like popcorn.

The last place we went was Kurt Blomgren Seeds. We learned about seeds, hogs, and cattle. We went to the cattle first and saw big cows and bulls. Then we went to the hogs and they smelled so bad, and the hogs started barking and running. We then went and saw the seed dryer and the totes of seed. Then we went to the barn and went on the very old tractors.

Overall it was really fun and it was good to experience. We learned about a lot of jobs in agriculture.