Farming Bovina will host another Bovina Farm Day Sunday, Sept. 3, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This annual celebration of the area’s rich agricultural traditions returns to Crescent Valley Road in Bovina Labor Day weekend.
Farming Bovina President Evelyn Stewart Barnhart said our 2022 Farm Day was probably our most attended event to date. After a two-year hiatus due to Covid, I think people were incredibly excited to get back to the annual events that they love and we hope everyone comes out again this year.
Bovina Farm Day is an opportunity for visitors to meet the farmers, find local food and discover products made in the area. Farming Bovina welcomes everyone to experience a variety of farm animals and get kids involved with the activities of the day including farm animals, antique engine demonstrations, vintage tractor displays, hayrides, treasure hunts, games, a hands-on butter making demonstration and maple candy making activities. Dairy farm tours and a chance to visit the historic Maynard Schoolhouse are other highlights of this day of family fun.
Guests are also encouraged to enter the annual “best apple pie” and apple dessert contests, and the scarecrow contest. The organization will provide the stake, cross-arms, and hay, while those who enter the contest will supply the creativity and sheer determination to outshine the other scarecrows on the field. Entering the contest costs $10.
Breakfast and lunch will be available for the duration of the event.
The price of admission for this day of family fun is $5 per person, children under 12 free.
To ensure the safety and comfort of the farm animals, no dogs can be admitted.
For more information on Bovina Farm Day, the contests and volunteering, visit farmingbovinany.org.
