(Columbia, MO)—This week marks the 36th anniversary of National Ag Week, a nationwide effort to recognize agriculture’s contribution to the everyday lives of Americans. In Missouri, the state’s commodity groups are working to ensure this key message is extended beyond March 15-21.
“National Ag Week provides a great opportunity to highlight the success of the agriculture industry, how agriculture revitalizes our rural communities and brings dollars into the state’s economy,” said John Kleiboeker, Missouri Beef Industry Council executive director. “But this message needs to be shared year round, not just during National Ag Week.”