Indiana 4-H and The AI Challenge
Indiana 4-H is here to help you complete an Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture Challenge, which invites youth to explore the exciting world of AI through hands-on learning and ethical decision-making.
Have you ever thought of a big problem and wanted to solve it? There are some problems in agriculture that may be solvable using an AI solution. Take on this challenge, which uses the Invention Process to step through a problem and solve it using artificial intelligence tools. Anyone age 13-18 is welcome to use these tools to solve these big problems. This artificial intelligence challenge helps participants understand how AI tools such as chatbots, image generators, and recommendation systems work—and when it's appropriate to use them. Through guided AI learning activities, young people will learn to balance technology with creativity, responsibility, and critical thinking.
Your submission for the National AI Challenge is due on November 14! Use the tools below to think through your challenge, or go to Details - 4-H AI in Agriculture Challenge 2026 to learn more and get started.
Contact Us
For information on the challenge, please contact:
Rachel Haselby - Computer Science Specialist - Indiana 4-H
Tools
This workbook will help individuals or teams of youth step through inventing an AI solution
This document will help mentors guide youth through the challenge.
INDIANA EDUCATIONAL STANDARDS ADDRESSED
AI in Agriculture Challenge
Click here to learn more and enter the AI in Ag Challenge
National AI in Agriculture ChallengeTo learn more about what Ethical AI is and appropriate ways to use it check out Montgomery County Tech Changemakers' short video.
Other sources are:
AI Lessons within Purdue Extension STEM resources
Digital Inclusion - Exploration of AI in Community Learning
Purdue Libraries - AI Information
Additional Opportunities!!
We are excited to invite you to participate and learn how AI can help to shape our future.
What’s Happening? Jump on to Google x 4-H Artificial Intelligence Curriculum - National 4-H Council and start learning! It's a great way to demystify AI and how it works!
These activities are free and open to Indiana 4-H youth. Whether you’re new to computer science or already a tech enthusiast, there’s something for everyone!
Why Participate? Artificial Intelligence is everywhere—from farming to healthcare, from robotics to music. By joining AI Literacy week, you’ll gain valuable skills and discover how AI can help you serve, grow, thrive, and make a difference in your community.