News : Ag Day: Third graders learn the farm basics during annual event

Third graders learn about a milk cow during Ag Day.

The students learned how a planter works.

Karley Kenney shows the students her horse's "elbow" on its front leg.

Students from Benton Community feed a goat during 3rd Grade Ag Day.

This chart shows students which part of a hog various pork products come from.

John Eden shows the students one of his rabbits.

Karley Kenney shows the 3rd graders what a horse can and can't see.

Jim Fawcett explains how a herbicide sprayer works.

Third graders took turns learning how a cow gives milk.

Hundreds of area third graders will learn about farming today during the annual Benton County Extension 3rd Grade Ag Day.

The students saw cows, sheep, pigs, goats and horses up close -- many of them getting their first look at farm animals. Vinton-Shellsburg FFA members and Extension experts shared their knowledge about farm machinery and livestock.

Third grade students from all over Benton County, including the Vinton-Shellsburg, Benton Community and Belle Plaine school districts participate in this event.