California Agriculture “Ag” Day at the State Capitol [Video]

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Farmers, ranchers, and even state legislators celebrated California Agriculture Day, or Ag Day, which took place today at the California State Capitol.

Ag Day is an annual celebration recognizing California’s agricultural community, and agriculture workers got the chance to speak to government leaders about what the future of agricultural work and farming looks like, all while showcasing their products and accomplishments.

“Our kids are the kids that are going to feed America when everybody else who is doing it now retires or passes away,” said Rielle Waters-Santinelli with California Cattlewomen. “We need kids up-and-coming that are willing to get into this field so that we always have food available for everyone. We do fundraisers and we do scholarships every year for the youth that are going into the Ag …