American Agriculture Appreciation Banquet to be held March 4 in Stevens Point [Video]

WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) – Reservations are due Wednesday to attend the annual American Agriculture Appreciation Banquet.

Mike Witte is the President and CEO of the Portage County Business Council. He joined Sunrise 7 on Tuesday to talk about the importance of the banquet.

“Portage County is no. 1 one in potatoes, sweet corn, peas, and snap beans are what we call green beans. And so we really want to celebrate agriculture as a thriving business,” Witte said.

The banquet is Monday, March 4 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. It will be held at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Convention Center. It’s located at 1001 Amber Ave. in Stevens Point.

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Witte said several awards will be presented during the banquet.

“So we just don’t do outstanding person in agriculture. We also recognize 4-H and FFA students– seniors going on staying in the agriculture industry. So there’s a there’s a lot …