The Las Cruces community has the chance to enjoy agriculture, food, friends, family and football all at the same time, Nov. 9, when the New Mexico Department of Agriculture and New Mexico State University’s College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences host the 10th edition of AG Day prior to the Aggie Homecoming football game.
The street festival is free to the public and will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Pan American Center south parking lot and the Aggie Memorial Stadium northeast parking lot. The day will culminate with the NMSU vs. Western Kentucky football game at 4 p.m.
New Mexico Farm and Livestock Bureau and Farm Bureau Financial Services are the Grand Champion Sponsors of the event. AG Day is an opportunity to learn about agriculture through numerous educational booths, many of which by NMSU College of ACES departments, programs and groups and NMSU student organizations. Several booths will also feature local agricultural organizations and businesses.
“Through hands-on activities, engaging demonstrations and collaborative efforts between NMDA and the NMSU College of ACES, AG Day brings agricultural education to life for staff, students and families. Together, we are cultivating a brighter future, where learning is not only impactful but also fun and interactive,” said New Mexico Secretary of Agriculture Jeff Witte. “AG Day is a great way to come see what is new in the industry and cheer on the Aggies during their Homecoming game.”
The College of ACES is excited about the event as it showcases the hard work students and faculty do to ensure New Mexico agriculture thrives in the future.
“The NMSU College of ACES is proud to participate in the 2024 AG Day, which helps to highlight how the College’s innovative work and activities advance agricultural technology and resources in New Mexico,” said NMSU College of ACES Dean Rolando Flores. “By blending cutting-edge research with hands-on experiences, we make agricultural education both fun and easy to understand, empowering the community to shape the future of farming and ranching with confidence and creativity.”
There will be plenty of opportunities for families to learn about agriculture. Organizations such as NMSU’s Cooperative Extension Service, New Mexico CowBelles, and Elephant Butte Irrigation District will help educate the public about agriculture with fun activities. Attendees will also have a chance to listen to live music and sample New Mexico products.
For more information about AG Day, visit the AG Day web page, email AGDay@nmda.nmsu.edu or call 575-646-1864.
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Written by Jenny Green
CUTLINE: A young girl plays a game at the New Mexico State University Doña Ana County Cooperative Extension Service booth at AG Day. The 2024 AG Day is Nov. 9 at NMSU. AG Day is a free, educational event that features family-friendly activities from 1 to 4 p.m. leading up to the Aggie football game at 4 p.m. (NMDA photo)