Hurray for National Farm Animals Day!

[Linda Poole]

Today's the day to celebrate farm animals, the farmers who carefully nurture them, and the many ways that healthy farm animals enrich our world. Here's an explanation of the celebration from the National Day Calendar:

NATIONAL FARM ANIMALS DAY​

Each year on April 10th, National Farm Animals Day focuses attention on the humane care of farm animals. The day also aims to find homes for abandoned and abused farm animals.

#NationalFarmAnimalsDay​

A variety of animals have been domesticated and raised on farms for food. They provide eggs, milk, cheese, meat, wool, leather, and other products. Most farmers raise their livestock responsibly. Providing a quality environment for them to grow benefits the animal and the farmer, too. Farmers invest in their livestock from the time they’re born, providing nutritious food, and ensuring robust and healthy development. They also provide ideal conditions for their breed. Farmers are continually educating themselves about the livestock they raise so they can provide them with the best care possible.