Ag Day
Ag Day returns on April 25, 2026!
Ag Day is a decades-old University of Delaware tradition, drawing thousands to the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) each April. Community members are invited to explore more than 90 attractions, demonstrations, exhibits, and educational activities designed to showcase the wide world of agriculture and natural resources. Ag Day also includes live performances, plant sales, a diverse food court, and a range of experiences for every age.
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University Exhibitors
- AgCC
- Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity
- Alpha Zeta
- Animal Science Club
- Beekeeping Club
- BlossomAbilities
- Blue Hen Birding
- CANR Sustainability Committee
- Center for Experimental and Applied Economics
- Coastal Resilience Design Studio (CRDS)
- Collar Scholars at UD
- Delaware 4-H
- Delaware Master Gardeners
- Food Science Club
- Happy Noodles
- Horticulture Club Plant Sale
- Hydroponics Club
- New Castle County 4-H Leaders Association
- New Zealand Study Abroad
- Plant and Soil Science GSO
- Pre-Vet Club
- Sigma Alpha
- Sigma Alpha
- The Wildlife Society
- Townsend East Lawn and Garden Project Information
- Tree Ring Research
- UD Aeroecology Program
- UD Bee Team
- UD Collegiate FFA and 4-H
- UD Cooperative Extension
- UD Disease Ecology Lab
- UD Entomology Club
- UD Equestrian Team
- UD Fresh to You
- UD Landscape Architecture Major
- UD Plant Breeding and Digital Technology Labs
- UD Plant Diagnostic Clinic
- UD Soil Judging Team
- UD Soil Testing Program
- UDairy Creamery
- DIEEC
- Ducks Unlimited at UDel
- Guiding Eyes for the Blind at UD
- PHS Philadelphia Flower Show Club at UD
- Puppy Raisers of UD
- Slow Food
- UD Chemistry and Biochemistry
- UD Climate Fellows and Climate Hub
- UD Environmental Health & Safety Stormwater
- University of Delaware - CHRC
- WVUD
Community Exhibitors
- Aetna Hose Hook and Ladder Company
- Bartlett Tree Experts
- Bisram Bees
- Cheyla's Rescue Foundation
- Citizens' Climate Lobby of Delaware
- City of Newark - Planning and Development
- Crossan Kettle Corn
- Davey Tree Expert Company
- Delaware Department of Agriculture
- Delaware Farm Bureau
- Delaware Mosquito Control and Tick Program
- Delaware Museum of Nature and Science
- Delaware Nature Society
- Delaware Solid Waste Authority
- Delaware Turkic American Friendship Association
- DNREC's Wetland Monitoring and Assessment Program
- DuPont Nature Center
- Fair Hill Nature Center
- First State Urgent Vet
- Iron Hill Science Center with the Heartly Meadows
- Mar-Del Watermelon Association
- MiniLeaf Microgreens
- New Castle Conservation District
- Newark Natural Foods
- Partnership for the Delaware Estuary
- Pawsome Rest for Rescues
- Pine Hill Farms
- Plastic Free Delaware
- Plum Creations
- POWER - People for Off Shore Wind Energy Resources
- Ramsey's Farm (Wilmington, DE)
- Randalia Bee Hives
- Red Tail Restoration
- Sierra Club Delaware
- Sit Means Sit Dog Training Elkton
- Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research
- Twisted Trees by Jane
- USDA/NRCS
- Water is Life Kenya
Attend Ag Day 2026
Free to attend, including parking!
Parking is available off of South College Avenue in the UD Ice Arena and Field House lots, as well as in the north and south parking lots of the STAR Health Sciences Complex. Overflow parking is also available at the DART/SEPTA lot.
Handicapped parking (tag or plate must be displayed) is available in the northernmost area of the ice arena lot.
Please use crosswalks!
Accessibility
If you need a reasonable accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact ag-day@udel.edu or 302-831-2501. All reasonable accommodation requests should be made at least two weeks prior to the event. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Schedule, map and additional details coming soon!
UD Botanic Gardens 34th Annual Benefit Plant Sale
Highlighting Viburnum and Penstemon as our featured plant genera. Explore more than 500 unique plant varieties, including trees, shrubs, perennials, houseplants, herbs, and veggies. Every purchase directly supports the continued growth and care of our gardens.
Thank you for helping us thrive!
Our community's favorite UD event
Ag Day is an opportunity for the community to learn about agriculture, conservation and incredible research that’s happening here at UD and impacts their lives.
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Ag Day | College of Agriculture and Natural Resources | University of Delaware 
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Ag Day | College of Agriculture and Natural Resources | University of Delaware 
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Ag Day | College of Agriculture and Natural Resources | University of Delaware 
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Ag Day | College of Agriculture and Natural Resources | University of Delaware 
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Ag Day | College of Agriculture and Natural Resources | University of Delaware 
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Ag Day | College of Agriculture and Natural Resources | University of Delaware 
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Ag Day | College of Agriculture and Natural Resources | University of Delaware 
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Ag Day | College of Agriculture and Natural Resources | University of Delaware 
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Ag Day | College of Agriculture and Natural Resources | University of Delaware 
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Ag Day | College of Agriculture and Natural Resources | University of Delaware 
A Look Back at Ag Day 2025...
2025 Demo and Event Schedule
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30–10:50 a.m. | Puppy Raisers of UD | Animal Science Stage #26 |
| 10:30 a.m. | Cockroach Races | Map Location #9 |
| 11:00–11:20 a.m. | Sheep Shearing Demo | Animal Science Stage #26 |
| 11:25–11:40 a.m. | Collar Scholars Demo | “Helping Paws” Dog Stage #19 |
| 12:00–12:20 p.m. | Dairy Calves Demo | Animal Science Stage #26 |
| 12:00 p.m. | Alpha Gamma Rho vs. Sigma Alpha Ice Cream Eating Competition | Entertainment Stage #5 |
| 12:30 p.m. | Faculty vs. Students Ice Cream Eating Competition | Entertainment Stage #5 |
| 12:30 p.m. | Cockroach Races | Map Location #9 |
| 1:00–1:20 p.m. | Sheep Shearing Demo | Animal Science Stage #26 |
| 1:05–1:25 p.m. | UD Entomology Club’s Bug Showcase | “Helping Paws” Dog Stage #19 |
| 1:30–1:50 p.m. | Guiding Eyes Demo | “Helping Paws” Dog Stage #19 |
| 1:55–2:15 p.m. | Raffle (Hosted by Alpha Zeta) | Entertainment Stage #5 |
| 2:20–2:40 p.m. | Raffle (Hosted by Sigma Alpha) | Entertainment Stage #5 |
| 2:30 p.m. | Cockroach Races | Map Location #9 |
Get ready for University of Delaware Ag Day 2025!: youtube.com/watch?v=fHxB3tH4odE