National Agriculture Week Observed March 17-24

The United States observes National Agriculture Week March 17-24, 2024, with National Ag Day set for March 19, 2024.

The Agriculture Council of America coordinates this event that encourages every American to understand how food and fiber products are produced; appreciate the role agriculture plays in providing safe, abundant, and affordable products;

value the essential role of agriculture in maintaining a strong economy and acknowledge and consider career opportunities in the agriculture, food, and fiber industry. Look for special events in communities across the country.

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