Honey Ridge Agricenter

On Tuesday, June 16th, students from Effingham and Chatham enjoyed a field trip to Honey Ridge Agricenter with the Georgia Tech CEISMC AI on Land and Sea Summer Program. Led by Ms. Lesa Hagins the GaTech CEISMC Educational Outreach Manager, the students toured the farm and got to experience “Farming with Big Data”. They learned about the sensors that were deployed by ECCA’s Computer Science students in conjunction with Georgia Tech to monitor real time data on weather, air quality and soil temperature. They used the devices that they programmed the day before to gather more data as they explored.

It’s Graduation Day for our SEHS WBL student, Landon Turner! Congratulations Landon! We’re excited to watch you grow in your next chapter!!❤️🎓🩶🎊

It’s Graduation Day for our ECHS WBL student, Jared Hawkins! Congratulations and Best Wishes on your next chapter! 🎊❤️🎓💙

Big Farm Data! Great Experience and Great Opportunities for our students!!
This is a collaborative project between ECCA Computer Science and Georgia Tech that began at Honey Ridge Agricenter several years ago. It continues to grow and affect student learning across our district! Read all about it in the latest ASPIRE!!

ASPIRE Feature: Big Farm, Big Data

Who knew farming looked like this? 🚜💻 At Honey Ridge Agricenter, our students are swapping textbooks for microchips! From programming sensors to preparing for a FarmBot, Effingham College & Career Academy students are using "Big Data" to grow the future. It’s not just a farm; it’s a high-tech laboratory under the Georgia sky! 🌌✨

Link here: ecsdnews.com/BigFarmBigData

Check out the rest of the Spring 2026 ASPIRE here! ecsdnews.com/26SpringASPIRE

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“The Infamous 508”, AKA “Thor” from Honey Ridge Agricenter, is living his best life right now! His new owner is giving him the royal treatment everyday and he loves it! He was spoiled at Honey Ridge though as he was Mr. Erik’s baby!

Bailey Murrell, for her Eagle Scout Project, made and donated six 8 foot picnic tables to HRA. Three were placed over by the cook-shed and three were placed at the Hereford House. She is in 10th grade at ECHS. Dr. Brophy was one of her mentors. Thank you Bailey!

We were thrilled to share with the Superintendent’s Parent Advisory panel ECSD’s beautiful farm, how unique an opportunity it is for our district to own it, as well as the impact it has on many students throughout the district. Activities that take place on the farm are student-centered and allow for real-world, hands-on, agricultural-based learning.

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Chad Walker is a highly respected livestock judge known for his keen eye for structural correctness, balance, and overall marketability in the show ring. With years of experience evaluating livestock across the Southeast and beyond, Chad has judged numerous county, regional, and state-level shows.

Raised with a deep-rooted passion for agriculture, Chad developed his skills early through hands-on experience in livestock production and competition. His background has shaped his practical, industry-based approach to judging, where he emphasizes functional traits, soundness, and real-world value.

Chad is recognized for his fair, consistent placings and his ability to communicate clearly with exhibitors, making him a favorite among both seasoned competitors and youth participants. He takes pride in encouraging the next generation of livestock exhibitors and supporting the growth of agricultural education.

If you raise chickens and want to sell eggs legally in the state of Georgia, this is for you!! It’s a great opportunity to gain the necessary certification through the Georgia Department Of Agriculture right here at Honey Ridge Agricenter, sponsored by the Effingham County Young Farmers! May 13th! Link to sign up is in the original post!