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(Washington, D.C., August 6, 2025) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins hosted the third day of the Great American Farmers Market yesterday on the National Mall with an evening of gratitude, service, and spiritual heritage in American agriculture.
Yesterday was themed “Faith and Fellowship Tuesday” and the day’s programming celebrated the role of faith, gratitude, and service in agricultural communities. Secretary Rollins was joined by Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Scott Turner, Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins, and USDA Senior Advisor on Faith and Community Outreach Dr. Alveda King. The program also featured remarks by Pastor Jentezen Franklin, Director of the White House Faith Office Jenny Korn, Rabbi Levi Shemtov, Fr. Charles Trullols, and musical guests Free Chapel Band, and headlining artist Danny Gokey.
Coming up today – Forest and Firefighters: Protecting America’s Legacy
On Wednesday, August 6, the Great American Farmers Market will spotlight wildfire readiness and honor the heroes who protect America’s landscapes.
Program Features Include:
- Headlining performance by LOCASH
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Smokey Bear Birthday Bash: Celebrate Smokey Bear’s 81st birthday, learn about wildfire tips, and join a scavenger hunt packed with prizes
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Firefighters and Firetrucks: Join real-life heroes and climb aboard a firetruck on Jefferson Drive while learning how to outsmart wildfires
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Spotlight Wildfire Readiness with Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, Secretary of Education Linda McMahon, & Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin
- Stop by the National Forest Foundation (NFF)’s booth to learn about our forests with tree sapling samples
- Pick up a free Superhero Comic Book by Visa to learn about financial literacy for kids
Please refer to this link for a detailed event schedule.
In the spirit of National Farmers Market week, we encourage everyone around the country to visit their local farmers market. USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service connects consumers to producers at over 8,600 farmers markets nationwide through the National Farmers Market Directory at www.usdalocalfoodportal.com.
THANK YOU to our Generous Presenting Sponsors
Secretary Rollins gratefully acknowledges the support and sponsorship of the following companies for helping to make this event possible: Chobani, John Deere, Tractor Supply Company, and Visa.
For updates and full programming details, please visit: www.usda.gov/gafm.
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