What: Chief Aubrey Bettencourt of the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will join Farm Journal Foundation for a National Ag Day celebration and give remarks.
The organization will break ground on its Voice of the Farmer Garden, outside the USDA headquarters on the National Mall, with a spring planting ceremony, garden tours, and showcase.
When:Tuesday, March 24 – Spring planting ceremony with remarks from 12-1 p.m. – Garden tours and partner showcase until 2:30 p.m.
Where: The Voice of the Farmer Garden – Located outside the USDA Headquarters at Jefferson Drive and 12th Street, SW in Washington, D.C.
Who:
- Chief Aubrey Bettencourt, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
- Steven Williams, Executive Vice President and Vice Chairman, Global Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) and Corporate Affairs, PepsiCo
- Belinda Burrier, Maryland Soybean Farmer and FJF Farmer Ambassador
- Tricia Beal, CEO, Farm Journal Foundation
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Media Contact: For media inquiries or to RSVP for the event, contact Karleigh Creighton at kcreighton@
Farm Journal Foundation is a farmer-centered nonpartisan organization working to advance agricultural innovation, global food and nutrition security, conservation, and rural economic development. The Foundation believes in a future where agriculture works for everyone – supporting strong farmer livelihoods, business growth, consumer access to nutritious, affordable foods, and the preservation of our country’s natural resources. Achieving this vision starts with conversations – bringing all voices to the table to discuss industry challenges and how innovation can unlock solutions that serve us all. To learn more, visit www.farmjournalfoundation.org.
