Scoring a touchdown for agriculture with the Salute to Ag Football Game

The University of California-Davis is working to spotlight farming under the lights.

Their annual Salute to Ag Football Game is taking place next month, serving as a one-of-a-kind celebration of agricutlure and athletics.

Professor and Extension Specialist, Dr. Frank Mitloehner spoke with RFD-TV’s Suzanne Alexander about the football game, what we can expect this year, and what goes in to making this happen.

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