March
is National Agriculture Month. Zoo Atlanta, the University of
Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and
the American Dairy Association are holding a special celebration
for Georgia families.
"Agriculture is the number one industry in Georgia,"
said Janet Rodekohr, CAES public affairs manager. "To show
Georgia families the exciting advancements in Georgia agriculture
and to celebrate agriculture’s contributions to the Georgia
economy
and quality of life, we are partnering with Zoo Atlanta for a
day of family fun and education."
A to Z: Agriculture at the Zoo, March 24 from 10 a.m.
to 4 p.m., will feature education exhibits, fun events and
entertainment
for the whole family. Scientists from CAES, agricultural
commodities
and agribusinesses will showcase the latest in agricultural
research
and improvements.
Just for kids, the exhibit area will feature hands-on science
exhibits and environmental protection displays. 4-H club members
from around the state will have displays on their own project
work in agriculture and the environment.
For adults, the event will showcase antique tractors, a plant
doctor exhibit by Georgia Master Gardeners and the latest
developments
in the diverse fields of agriculture.
Walter Reeves, host of GPTV’s Gardening in Georgia
and WSB 750-AM’s Lawn and Garden Show, will make an
appearance
to give gardening advice and answer gardening questions.
"We think this day will be very exciting, because it
offers
young adults, adults and children a chance to learn more and see
more about the Georgia dairy industry and the nutritional
importance
of dairy to today’s diet," said Louis Hogue, area manager,
Southeast United Dairy Association. SUDIA is co-sponsoring this
year’s event with the American Dairy Association and the Georgia
Milk Producers Association.
Visitors to the event don’t want to miss the Got Milk? truck
for free milk samples and your own milk mustache photo.
A to Z: Agriculture at the Zoo is free with admission
to the zoo. For Zoo Atlanta tickets for March 24, contact your
county Extension Service office, Zoo Atlanta’s web site at
www.zooatlanta.org
or purchase tickets at the gate.
