Dupage Policy Journal

Illinois Governor celebrated National Agriculture Day by meeting with the Future Farmers of America at the Capitol. In a social media post, the Governor shared, "Happy National Agriculture Day!" along with pictures of the meeting. The Governor expressed his gratitude for the visit, stating, "Here are some pictures of me at the Capitol with the Future Farmers of America who took some time to visit with me in Springfield last week!"

The Governor also highlighted the significance of agriculture in Illinois, noting that the state is the fifth highest agriculture-producing state in the nation. The meeting with the Future Farmers of America served as a reminder of the importance of agriculture in the state and the contributions of young farmers to the industry.