Ag Day set for Nov. 8 before NMSU Homecoming kickoff
Ag Day returns Nov. 8 at NMSU before Homecoming vs. Kennesaw State, with New Mexico food samples, kid-friendly exhibits and hands-on ag activities.
Free family activities, New Mexico food sampling and hands-on ag demos outside the Pan Am Center
Organ Mountain News report
LAS CRUCES - The 12th annual Ag Day is set for Saturday, Nov. 8, ahead of New Mexico State’s Homecoming game against Kennesaw State. The free, family event runs 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Pan American Center south lot, leading into the 2 p.m. kickoff at Aggie Memorial Stadium.
Hosted by the New Mexico Department of Agriculture and NMSU’s College of Agriculture, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, Ag Day highlights the role of agriculture in daily life through food sampling, educational booths and kid-friendly exhibits.
New Mexico Farm and Livestock Bureau is the presenting sponsor. NMSU student groups, local ag organizations and businesses will take part, including NMSU Cooperative Extension Service, NM Healthy Soil Working Group and Las Cruces Utilities Water Conservation Program.
New Mexico Agriculture Secretary Jeff Witte said Ag Day celebrates what’s behind agriculture in the state, especially the educational aspect. He called it “a chance for families and students to learn, connect and enjoy our state’s traditions.”
Rolando Flores Galarza, dean of NMSU’s College of ACES, said the event allows the college to showcase how agriculture is evolving.
“Through hands-on activities and innovation, we’re preparing the next generation for a strong future in farming and ranching,” he said.
For details, visit the Ag Day webpage or contact Jane Heitz at 575-646-1864 or jheitz@nmda.nmsu.edu.
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