Locust Trace AgriScience Center

Locust Trace AgriScience Center, located in Lexington, Kentucky, is a specialized career and technical education facility operated by Fayette County Public Schools. Designed as a state-of-the-art agricultural hub, the center offers high school students a unique, hands-on learning environment that integrates rigorous academic coursework with practical experience in various fields of agriculture. The facility itself is a model of sustainability, featuring advanced technology, greenhouses, a veterinary clinic, and animal barns, all meant to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world industrial application.

The center provides a diverse array of pathways, including Veterinary Science, Equine Science, Horticulture, Diesel Mechanics, and Agricultural Engineering. By emphasizing project-based learning and partnerships with local industry leaders, Locust Trace prepares students for both higher education and immediate workforce entry. Beyond technical training, the school fosters a strong sense of community and leadership, often integrating FFA (formerly Future Farmers of America) activities to help students build professional networks and develop essential life skills necessary for success in the modern agricultural and technological landscape.