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The Ellis County Farm Bureau hosted a successful Kids Ag Day on the Farm at Pa’s Pumpkin Patch. Over 350 Ellis County 4th grade students attended the day-long event, which featured a variety of agricultural related activities and presentations.
Dairy Presentation, where students learned about the dairy industry and met a Jersey dairy cow named 'Tempe,' presented by Kerri Hamilton with Southwest Dairy.
ATV Safety presented by KSU Extension provided valuable safety tips and demonstrations for ATV riders.
“Wow That Cow” Calving Education by Dr. AJ Tarpoff from KSU led an informative presentation on the calving process.
The event was a collaborative effort, with the Hays FFA Chapter, Victoria FFA Chapter, and TMP FFA Chapter serving as group leaders and presenting to students.
Their dedication and enthusiasm were instrumental in making Kids Ag Day a memorable experience for all involved.
"We are thrilled with the success of Kids Ag Day," said Steph Eckroat, County Service Coordinator at Ellis County Farm Bureau. "It was a wonderful opportunity for students to learn about agriculture and the importance of our local farmers and ranchers."
The Ellis County Farm Bureau Board would like to thank all of the volunteers, presenters, and sponsors who made Kids Ag Day possible. We look forward to continuing to provide educational opportunities for students in our community.