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AUGUSTA AGRICULTURE WEEK 2026

March 16-22, 2026

A weeklong celebration of Augusta’s local farms, food producers, agribusinesses, and urban agriculture innovations!

Monday, March 16 – Hands-On Garden Day

Theme: Community Roots – Grow, Learn, Share
Activity:

  • Community garden workday at Belle Terrace Community Garden, with youth and volunteers planting spring crops.

  • Garden journaling for kids and families.

  • CTA: Share photos of your garden with #AugAgWeek.

Partners:

  • Belle Terrace Community Garden

  • Augusta University Sustainability Club

  • Local Master Gardeners

Tuesday, March 17 – Lead the Way Tuesday

Theme: Cultivating the Next Generation of Ag Leaders
Activity:

  • Agriculture Career Fair at Hephzibah High School, featuring CTAE professionals, agribusiness leaders, and young entrepreneurs in farming.

  • Spotlight: Young farmers and agriculture students on social media.

Partners:

  • Richmond County School District CTAE

  • Augusta Tech’s Agribusiness Program

  • Local FFA & 4-H Clubs

Wednesday, March 18 – Ag Hero Day

Theme: Honoring Augusta’s Ag Heroes
Activity:

  • Ag Hero Recognition Breakfast at Humanitree House café, celebrating farmers, farmworkers, and food justice advocates.

  • Public Nomination Campaign: Community members nominate local Ag Heroes via social media.

Partners:

  • Augusta Locally Grown

  • Georgia Farm Bureau – Augusta Chapter

  • Augusta-Richmond County Extension Office

Thursday, March 19 – Ag Literacy Day

Theme: Read, Learn, Grow
Activity:

  • Storytime at the Farm – Local authors and educators read agriculture-themed books at the Augusta Library and Mobile Farmers Market stops.

  • Book Giveaway – Featuring Neo the Baby Goat and other farm-friendly stories.

  • Online Webinar: “The History of Black Farmers in Augusta” with local historians.

Partners:

  • Augusta-Richmond County Public Library

  • Growing Augusta

  • Local independent bookstores

Friday, March 20 – Farm to Table Friday

Theme: Taste the Local Harvest
Activity:

  • Pop-Up Farmers Market at Armstrong Galleria, featuring local farmers, bakers, and prepared food vendors.

  • Farm-to-Table Cooking Demo with a local chef, showcasing seasonal produce.

  • Augusta Restaurant Week Kickoff – Participating restaurants highlight dishes made with local ingredients.

Partners:

  • Augusta & Co.

  • Georgia Grown Restaurants

  • Augusta Technical College Culinary Arts Program

Saturday, March 21 – Buy Georgia Grown Day

Theme: Support Local Farmers & Makers
Activity:

  • Shop Local Challenge – Customers receive a discount for purchasing from participating farmers, markets, and farm stands.

  • Urban Farm Tour & Plant Sale at Farms of Augusta featuring hydroponic and regenerative farming.

Partners:

  • Augusta Farmers Market

  • Georgia Grown Initiative

  • Local food co-ops

Sunday, March 22 – Sunday Funday at the Market

Theme: Celebrate Agriculture Through Food & Culture
Activity:

  • Brunch at the Market – Featuring food trucks and local live music at South Augusta Farmers Market.

  • Agri-Tourism Experience – Farm tour and hands-on activities at an urban farm.

  • Wrap-up Social Media Contest – Best photos from the week win local farm prizes.

Partners:

  • South Augusta Farmers Market

  • Augusta Arts Council

  • Visit Augusta

Media & Promotion Strategy

  • Daily Social Media Posts using #AugAgWeek2026

  • Livestream Events on Facebook and Instagram

  • Local News Features via WRDW & The Augusta Press

  • Cross-Promotion with Georgia Ag Week initiatives

Call to Action

Join us in celebrating Augusta’s agriculture! Whether you’re a farmer, foodie, student, or supporter, there’s a way for everyone to get involved. Share your experiences, support local producers, and learn more about the future of farming in Augusta.

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