The Celebration of Modern Ag on the National Mall this week is the second time the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has coordinated this kind of event to showcase farming equipment and technology and AEM president Megan Tanel says it’s much bigger than in 2022.

“I think we made a bit of an impact the first year,” said Tanel. “People … really enjoyed being able to come out, have some conversations, climb on some equipment and learn something new.”

In addition to agricultural equipment and exhibits from ag organizations, the event has featured panel discussions on a variety of topics. This morning, Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-SD) and David Rouzer (R-NC) will discuss the Farm Bill and impacts on Rural America during a panel discussion moderated by Kip Eideberg, Executive Vice President of Government & Industry Relations and Global Public Policy for the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.

Tanel says they hope to continue these kinds of educational events in the future. Listen to an interview with her below:

AEM Ag on the Mall - Megan Tanel, AEM President 4:22

2024 Celebration of Modern Agriculture on the Mall