National Ag Day & National Ag Week
Working alongside a national effort created by the Agriculture Council of America, the Ag Committee participates in National Ag Day & National Ag Week to help promote the importance of agriculture in our daily lives.
This year, National Ag Day is March 19 and National Ag Week is March 17-23.
Here are some ways you can help celebrate this designated time and show appreciation to our local ag producers:
- Marquee Message
- The Chamber has a list of short messages for you to choose from, which you can find here. We ask you display this message from March 17-23.
- Window Decorating Contest
- Get creative! Use paint, paper, or whatever you can think of to say thank you to our local ag producers.
- Appreciation & Impact Videos
- Make a short video with your staff at your place of business explaining how our local ag economy impacts your business…or just a simple message of appreciation. Post it to your social media and tag #AgDay24, #NationalAgWeek and @AberdeenAreaChamberofCommerce.
- Social Media and Other Uses of Ag Day Toolkit
- You’ll find many great ideas and templates for customizing your appreciation and education messages.
Check out the BNSF (Burlington Northern Santa Fe) Railroad Ag Week interview HERE.
The Ag Committee follows the Core Values of the ACA, which are that every American should:
- 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.
- Acknowledge and consider career opportunities in the agriculture, food and fiber industry.
Committee members have a presence in the community to help educate local citizens about ag production.
For more information, contact Kami Spieker at (605) 225-2860 or kami@aberdeen-chamber.com.
Learn more about agriculture and agriculture products through these resources:
