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Board proclaims March 24 Ag Day; Farm Bureau, Ag Commissioner praise county agriculture
Summary
The board adopted a resolution recognizing March 24 as Ag Day and March 15–21 as National Agricultural Week; local Farm Bureau leaders and the county Ag Commissioner described agriculture’s economic contributions and export markets.
The Solano County Board of Supervisors on March 10 adopted a resolution recognizing March 24, 2026 as Ag Day and March 15–21 as National Agricultural Week.
A board member read the resolution, noting agriculture covers roughly two‑thirds of the county’s land and supports local jobs and exports. Miranda Jackins, introduced as executive director of the Solano County Farm Bureau, thanked the board and Supervisor Williams for the recognition. "On behalf of our members, we would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Solano County Board of Supervisors and Supervisor Williams for recognizing agriculture," she said.
Ed King, the county’s ag commissioner, described the diversity of county agriculture and its importance to the local economy. Cliff Howard, president of the Solano County Farm Bureau, asked the board to continue advocating for policies that support specialty crops and to raise the profile of local growers.
The board approved the resolution by a 4‑0 vote. Speakers encouraged ongoing partnerships between local government and agricultural organizations and highlighted outreach and fairground initiatives tied to Ag Day events.
