Lamont County Meals in the Fields Welcomed by Local Producers

Michelle Pinon - News Advertiser

Producers in Lamont County were invited to submit their names to win a complimentary harvest lunch and farms from every division were drawn from the entries received.

The meals in the field promotion was sponsored by the Lamont County Agricultural Service Board (ASB) and lunch boxes were delivered by agricultural services staff to recipients on Aug. 21, Sept. 13 and Sept. 21.

A total of 15 farm families were selected to receive the meals. Several recipients commented on how amazing the meal was and how appreciative they were of the kind gesture and gracious hospitality. One of the producers stated, “Thank you so much to everyone involved. That was so appreciated. It was nice to sit for a bit and just enjoy a moment before things get crazy again.”

Reeve David Diduck said, “Lamont County is very appreciative of its farmers and the hard work they do each year. Harvest is a busy time of year.

This was a great opportunity to help farmers out so they don’t have to worry about stopping for a meal and can continue to focus on their harvest needs. Thank you to all our producers on behalf of the Ag Service Board for your hard work and dedication.”

Lamont County Communications Coordinator Jay Zaal said meals in the fields was held once previously back in 2019 when the ASB worked in conjunction with Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) to deliver meals to producers.