National Ag Day

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." ...

National Ag week wraps up Saturday.  Oregon Department of Agriculture Director Alexis Taylor is using the final days to promote the wide variety of commodities found in the Beaver State.  Taylor said there are nearly 35,000 farmers and ranchers in Oregon producing a wide variety of crops and livestock.   “When...

Tuesday was National Ag Day.   While the celebrations across the nation were different, Roger Johnson, President of the National Farmers Union used the day to highlight the importance of family farmer operations.  Johnson said that Americans enjoy safe food, quality clothes and even less expensive fuel because of farmers.  And he said ...

It's not a coincidence that the first day of Spring is also when National Ag Day is celebrated every year.  Among those enthusiastic about the new season and new crops, is Secretary Sonny Perdue, who celebrated his first National Ag Day as Ag Secretary.  ...

Tuesday is not only the first day of spring, but it’s also National Ag Day, 2018.  Established by the Agriculture Council of America, the day was created to help educate the growing population who has not only never been on a farm, but has no familiarity from where our food comes.  Don Tour...

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION America's farmers and ranchers help feed the world, fuel our Nation's economy, and lead global markets in output and productivity.  The efficiency of American agriculture has provided this country with abundance our ancestors could not have imagined. ...