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A celebration of agriculture that crossed generations kicked off the 54th annual Illinois Agricultural Legislative Day. The event drew nearly 50 diverse agricultural organizations and about 1,000 FFA members together to meet with lawmakers.
Agriculture teacher Jacob Ball says he didn't expect his day to turn out like this -- calling his wife to tell her the good news.
The agriculture teacher was surprised during a special assembly at Carter G. Woodson Academy Friday morning.