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Yahoo
21-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk Line with Steve Marco interviews Katie Pratt, Lee County "Ag In The Classroom"
Mar. 20—Listen to "Talk-Line: Katie Pratt, Lee County "Ag In The Classroom"" on Spreaker. The TALK-LINE interview for March 20 featured Lee County Farm Bureau and Lee County "Ag In The Classroom" representative Katie Pratt. She discusses National Ag Week and agriculture's impact locally, regionally and nationally. The theme this year is "Together We Grow" looking at the way all of us are affected by agriculture in some form plus an emphasis on agriculture classes being offered to educate future farmers. Like what you hear? Be sure to visit WIXN, part of Shaw Local Radio. We're also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
It's National Agriculture Week!
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — It's all about Agriculture this week as the country celebrates National Ag Week. School officials respond to federal cuts on locally grown food programs According to the West Virginia Department of Economic Development, in 2022 agriculture products generated more than $900 million for the state's economy. While there are a few big producers in the state, like United Dairy and Perdue Chicken, most of the state's more than 22,000 farms are small productions. Even the average home grower can contribute to the state's agriculture economy. Keith Richmond, County Executive Director for the Raleigh County, said it's easy. 'If you're raising a garden, you got a little bit extra, take it to the farmer's market, set up alongside of the road and sell it. It's a way that provides a little bit of income, plus it's putting stuff right back into the local economy,' said Richmond. Farmer's markets in the area are always looking for suppliers, said Richmond, because the demand for homegrown produce and products made from them is very high. With the spotlight on West Virginia's agricultural heritage featured this week, look to your local farms and reach out in support. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Agriculture Day spotlight shows 244,000 Nebraska jobs supported by ag
Nebraska is recognizing National Ag Week. (Courtesy of Nebraska Department of Agriculture) OMAHA — A group of ag fans assembled Tuesday in Omaha to celebrate National Agriculture Day and spotlight the role the industry plays in Nebraska's economy. The Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce, which hosted the gathering, was joined by representatives of the Nebraska Department of Agriculture, Nebraska Farm Bureau and Conagra Brands. Gov. Jim Pillen also made a pair of stops in Omaha on Tuesday, including at JBS Beef in South Omaha, presenting proclamations recognizing Ag Week, March 16-22. 'Nebraska's agricultural industry continues to be a cornerstone of our economy, providing jobs, economic growth and tax revenue for our communities,' said Mark McHargue, president of the Farm Bureau Foundation board, which raises awareness of the sector's significance. 'From small family farms to large agribusinesses, agriculture is integral to every corner of our state.' The group shared these highlights: Nebraska's ag sector supports more than 244,000 jobs statewide, contributes $97.4 billion in sales and generates more than $6 billion in tax revenue. Agriculture is behind more than 40% of jobs in 54 of Nebraska's 93 counties. Douglas County leads the state with more than 29,000 ag-related jobs. David Bracht, president of the Omaha chamber's agricultural council, said in a news release that Douglas County's leadership in creating ag-related jobs underscores the industry's impact not only in rural areas but in urban centers of the state. The speakers said Omaha is a hub for agribusiness career opportunities. 'Omaha innovators have created a city where you can dig in the dirt or dive into data,' said Sherry Vinton, director of the state Agriculture Department. 'Whether a gearhead, number cruncher, sustainability dreamer or a content creator, Nebraska agriculture has a place for you.' SUBSCRIBE: GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX
