Newspaper – National Ag Day

We strongly encourage you to contact your local newspaper and use the press release below or create a press release to spread the word about National Ag Day.

Press Release

Celebrating National Ag Day March 19, 2024

March 19 is National Ag Day –  a day to celebrate the less than two percent of the population who provide food, fiber and fuel to all of us. Agriculture is no doubt our most important industry and National Ag Day is a chance for us to recognize and show our appreciation for all farmers do.

American agriculture is the foundation of our country. It’s the backbone of a healthy and prosperous nation, made possible by the hard work of America’s farms and farm families. These individuals have been essential since the very beginning, and just like everyone, the past few years have presented many challenges, but thankfully, farmers have continued steadfastly toward ensuring we have food on our tables and clothes on our backs. That’s why, this year especially, National Ag Day is celebrated as a chance to honor those who deserve to be praised every day for what they do.

Join the celebration all “National Ag Week” (March 17-23), but especially Tuesday, March 19 (National Ag Day) when folks across the country will be celebrating agriculture. Share on social media using #AgDay24, and of course, thank a farmer.


A few additional things to include:

  • Anything specific you are doing to celebrate National Ag Day – events, etc.
  • If possible, a personal story or quote about the meaning of this day to you.

Download Newspaper Press Release

Download a press release to send to a local newspaper about National Ag Day. *Include personal quotes or special activities you or your county is doing to celebrate.