From the Editor's Desk
It is time for the Florida State Fair! The 12-day event highlights agriculture from across the state, bringing together the best of the best to vie for a variety of awards. This year the event will take place February 9 – 20 and is sure to be action packed each day.
Every year people make their way to Tampa for the sights and sounds of the Florida State Fair. It’s a great place to try out the latest in deep fried food, see great sights, new inventions and make great memories. It is also a place to learn about agriculture in Florida.
The Florida State Fair allows those far removed from the farm to reconnect with their agricultural surroundings. So while you are enjoying the rides, food, exhibits and other things the fair has to offer, be sure to take the time to visit the agriculture areas. Take in a showmanship competition and tell the students you see that you are proud of the job they are doing and the hard work they are putting in to their project. Check out the Mooternity Ward where you may be lucky enough to witness the birth of a calf. Check out Ag Venture and learn about where your food really comes from and the impact agriculture has on every day life. And don’t forget to walk in to Florida’s past at Cracker Country.
I love that fairs showcase the hardworking folks who raise livestock and grow crops to help feed our nation. It makes me happy!
Visit the In The Field magazine booth in the Agriculture Hall of Fame building. We would love to meet you!
Be blessed,
Sarah Holt
Senior Managing Editor
