Since integrating AITC into her lessons, Bales has been selected as Oklahoma's State Ag in the Classroom Teacher of the Year and the National Excellence in Teaching about Agriculture Award.
Lacey Vilhauer is a Field Editor for the High Plains Journal (HPJ). With a focus on agricultural topics, Lacey covers stories related to the beef industry, soil health, crop varieties, and other issues affecting farmers and ranchers in the High Plains region. She is dedicated to providing informative and engaging content for readers interested in agricultural news and practices.