What is Farm Day Every Day?
Farm Day Every Day is a year-round initiative focused on educating the public about local agriculture and supporting local farms. Expanding on being a one-time event, it serves as an ongoing community outreach and educational program aimed at deepening the public’s understanding of food systems.
Through cost-free food literacy education, the program enhances awareness of where food comes from and how it's produced. Additionally, we work to build capacity for local farms, enabling them to actively participate in these important educational activities, strengthening connections between farms and the communities they serve.
Program Overview
TOURS & WORKSHOPS
Santa Barbara & Ventura Counties
The Farm Tours and Workshops offers an immersive, hands-on learning experience that connects the public directly with local farms. Through guided tours and workshops, participants will explore the diverse landscapes of working farms, gaining insight into sustainable farming practices, crop production, and animal husbandry.
*Dates are subject to change.
AGRICULTURE ONLINE
Social Media Platforms
Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn
The Agriculture Online program leverages the power of social media platforms to engage and educate the public about agriculture in an accessible and interactive way. This program utilizes platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Vimeo to deliver educational content, farmer stories, history of farms, and behind-the-scenes looks at farming practices.
COUNTY FARM DAY KICKOFF
Santa Barbara & Ventura Counties
Event Locations TBD
The Farm Day Kickoff Event is a celebration that brings together the local community to honor and recognize the hard work of farmers and the vital role agriculture plays in our daily lives. Hosted right before the annual County Farm Day, this event serves as a vibrant prelude to the festivities, offering a chance to connect with local farmers and celebrate the hands and lands that feed us all. The event will feature a local farmers' interview panel, where a diverse group of farmers will share their experiences, insights, and challenges in the world of agriculture.
Farmers Education is designed to help farmers in the county successfully set up and optimize their farms for participation in Farm Day. This program offers hands-on training and expert guidance to ensure that farmers can effectively showcase their operations and engage the public during the event. Local farms will be better prepared to share their agricultural knowledge, and contribute to the success of the Farm Day event, while also enhancing their visibility and connection to the community.
FARMERS ED
Santa Barbara & Ventura Counties
Meeting Locations TBD
celebrating the hands and lands
that feed us
Saturday, August 24, 2024
What People Are Saying
“I absolutely loved hearing the stories of farmers. My kids enjoyed learning how their food is grown, and it made them so much more appreciative of our meal we had that night. Thank you so so much for hosting such a great event!”
— 2024 Santa Barbara County Farm Day Attendee
“My favorite thing about Farm Day was meeting the hands that feed us, receiving free local grown produce, seeing farm equipment, and learning about new technologies in the Santa Maria Valley. We will definitely be back next year!
— 2024 Santa Barbara County Farm Day Attendee
Saturday, November 2, 2024
What People Are Saying
“All three places we visited were spectacular. I learned a lot about mulching, strawberry picking innovation, and enjoyed the tasty celery, thank you for the little plants. Wish you had a Farm Day for every season! Thank you, thank you, thank you!”
— 2024 Ventura County Farm Day Attendee
“Having the opportunity to meet with the growers personally was great. Especially being able to hear their opinions and concerns about bringing our food to market. It was so eye-opening and such a special thing to experience.”
— 2024 Ventura County Farm Day Attendee