Bandera County farmers and ranchers will reach out to the community this month to share how food gets from the field to the dinner table during Texas Food Connection Day.
The annual event is observed across the state as producers organize activities, donate to local organizations and spark conversations about food production.
In Bandera County, members of the Bandera County Farm Bureau marked the occasion with a $1,500 donation to Bandera Helping Hand, a local food pantry. Jessie Parks accepted the check from BCFB President Booker Young.
“Texas Food Connection Day is about sharing what we do on our farms and ranches to grow our food,” Young said. “Many people want to know more about where our food comes from and how it’s grown. This event gives them a chance tohavetheirquestionsanswered by local farmers and ranchers.”
Young said that while Food Connection Day is held only once a year, local producers are always open to conversations about agriculture and farm practices.
“We work hard to provide families with fresh, nutritious and affordable food, and we feed our families the same foods that consumers buy in the grocery store,” he said. “Modern agriculture is sustainable and has made many advancements. We’re proud to be part of Texas agriculture and our community.”
Texas Food Connection Day was created to encourage discussions between consumers and those who grow their food. Topics often include food affordability, nutrition, animal welfare, sustainability and productivity.
For more information about local events or media opportunities, contact the Bandera County Farm Bureau office at 830-796-3077.
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