I would like to share my impressions of my week in the United States. I have always known that this is a country of opportunities and high technologies, where every person can feel independent. Several times I could not bring myself to take such a long trip, but this time I am here with AgroScouts from Ukraine. The visit is taking place with the support of the U.S. Government, provided through the AGRO Program — the Agriculture and Rural Development Program – AGRO.

On the first day, which was very symbolic, as it coincided with Science Day in Ukraine, we visited one of the largest scientific and educational centers in the United States — the Saint Louis Science Center in the city of St. Louis 🇺🇸. This place combines modern science, technologies, interactive exhibitions, and the practical popularization of research for society. An extraordinary impression was made by the unique collection of soil monoliths from different states of America — full-profile soils from across the country. This provides an opportunity to see how diverse the natural conditions of the United States are and how exactly soil shapes the agricultural specialization of regions. Modern agricultural technologies, from simple to complex, are presented very simply, often in a playful format for children and the general public, showing how they transform modern agriculture. Such centers once again demonstrate how important it is to popularize agricultural science, modern technologies, and understanding of natural resources among youth and society. I was impressed by the fact that so many children are playing in the museum, and there are no strict requirements about where and how to walk. Science is interesting and presented in an accessible form!