National Ag Day

Tuesday, March 22nd, is National Ag Day, a great time for America’s farmers and ranchers to share their story, according to Zippy Duvall, president of the American Farm Bureau Federation. He said whether those consumers are across the road or across the country, it’s important for farmers to get out there and share the story of farm country. And that ...

Last week, the Agriculture Council of America announced that March 22nd will serve as National Agriculture Day. This will mark the 49th anniversary of National Ag Day, which is celebrated in classrooms and communities across the country. The theme for National Ag Day 2022 is "Growing a Climate for Tomorrow ...

The umbrella of Oregon Ag is diverse and far reaching, which is one of the industry’s many strengths according to Oregon Farm Bureau’s Anne Marie Moss. Moss has served as the organization’s communication director since 2004, and in that time she says she’s learned many truths about the Oregon farmer. First, diversity in s ...

U.S. Farmers and Ranchers in Action celebrated National Ag Day by announcing the growing list of companies, organizations and individuals who have joined the Decade of Ag. The program is the first sector-wide movement to align to a shared vision for the next decade centered around investing in the next generation of agricultural systems, restoring the environment, regenerating natural resources an

To celebrate National Ag Day, which is Tuesday, March 23rd, the White House issued a proclamation regarding the value of agriculture to the country: “We recognize the unique and irreplaceable value that farmers, ranchers, foresters, farmworkers, and other agricultural stewards have contributed to the nation’s past and present,” the White House said. "America’s agric ...

National Ag Day may be a few months away, but the Agriculture Council of America’s annual essay contest is open right now. National Agri-Marketing Association CEO Jennifer Pickett said the theme of the 2021 essay is, “Food Brings Everyone to the Table.” “ remi ...

Tuesday was National Ag Day. And because of the coronavirus, celebrations were a virtual affair. "National Ag Day. These are some things that I think apply, not only to advocating, not only talking to professionals but apply to your everyday life," said Jason Wetzler ...

This is National Agriculture Week, and Thursday is National Ag Day.  Events are scheduled throughout the nation to raise awareness about the importance of farm, food, and fiber in every day life.  In Washington, D.C., the National Press Club hosts national Ag Day events including a youth panel discussion moderated by agriculture undersecretary Steven Senske, and a newsmaker panel discussing challe

On this National Ag Day, National FFA is doing its part to celebrate and honor the farmers and ranchers of America by spreading the good news of agriculture.  Eric Pfeiffer reports.         If you have a story idea for the Washington Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekradio.com...

Vice President Mike Pence said National Ag Day provides an opportunity to point out how advanced American agriculture has become.   "America's farmer's have long led the world in innovation and achievement, and as this group knows better than anyone, working in American agriculture today is a far, far cry from your grandfather's farm." ...