Farmers are the backbone of our society.
They work hard every day to grow the food we eat and take care of the animals that provide us with milk, eggs, and meat.
Without farmers, we wouldn’t have most of the foods we enjoy at breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
They wake up early, often before the sun rises, and spend their days tending to crops and animals.
Children need to understand and appreciate the important role farmers play in our daily lives.
These speeches aim to help kids learn about farming in a fun and engaging way.
Each speech below can be used for school presentations, agricultural fairs, farm visits, or classroom discussions.
Keep reading to discover how to talk to kids about the wonderful world of farming.
Speeches about Farmers (for Kids)
Here are five speeches that will help children understand and appreciate the hard work farmers do every day.
Speech 1: “The Food on Your Plate”
Good morning, boys and girls! Have you ever thought about where the food on your plate comes from? That juicy apple you had for a snack, the bread in your sandwich, or the milk in your cereal? All of these foods come from farms! Farmers are special people who grow our food and raise animals that give us things like eggs, milk, and meat.
Farmers work hard every day. They wake up very early in the morning, sometimes when it’s still dark outside. They need to feed the animals, plant seeds, water the plants, and make sure everything on the farm is running smoothly. A farmer’s job is never done because plants and animals need care all the time, even on weekends and holidays.
Did you know that farmers use many different tools to help them do their jobs? Some farmers drive big tractors to plow fields and plant seeds. Others use special machines to milk cows or collect eggs from chickens. Farmers also use simple tools like shovels, rakes, and watering cans to take care of smaller gardens and plants.
Farmers know a lot about nature and weather. They watch the sky for rain clouds because plants need water to grow. They also watch for too much rain, which can hurt their crops. Farmers know when to plant seeds in the spring and when to harvest the grown plants in the fall. They follow the seasons and understand how nature works.
Some farmers grow fruits and vegetables. They plant seeds, water them, and watch them grow into plants that give us tasty foods. Other farmers raise animals like cows, pigs, chickens, and sheep. These animals give us foods like milk, eggs, and meat. Farmers make sure the animals are healthy and have good food to eat.
Next time you eat an apple, drink some milk, or enjoy your favorite foods, think about the farmers who helped get that food to you. Farmers work very hard so we can have delicious and healthy food to eat. Without farmers, we wouldn’t have most of the foods we enjoy every day. Let’s remember to thank farmers for all the work they do!
Farmers also help take care of our planet. Many farmers use special ways to grow food that keep the soil healthy and don’t waste water. They plant different crops in the same field to help the soil stay good for growing. Some farmers let some of their land stay wild so that birds, butterflies, and other animals have homes too.
So the next time you see a farm or meet a farmer, make sure to say “thank you.” Their hard work keeps us all fed with yummy, healthy foods. And maybe someday, some of you might become farmers too, growing food for other people and taking care of animals and the land. Being a farmer is a very important job that helps everyone!
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Commentary: This introductory speech uses simple language to help young children understand where their food comes from and what farmers do. It’s ideal for kindergarten or early elementary classrooms, farm field trips, or as an introduction to a unit on agriculture or food sources.
Speech 2: “A Day in the Life of a Farmer”
Hello everyone! Today we’re going to talk about what farmers do all day long. Farmers have one of the most important jobs in the world. They grow the food that fills our lunch boxes and dinner plates. Every time you eat, you can thank a farmer for growing that food or raising that animal.
A farmer’s day starts very early. Most farmers wake up before the sun rises, sometimes as early as 4 or 5 in the morning. Can you believe that? While you’re still sleeping in your cozy bed, farmers are already up and working hard. They have many animals to feed and tasks to finish before the day gets too hot.
For farmers who have animals, the morning starts with feeding time. Cows need to be milked twice a day, every single day. Chickens need fresh food and water, and their eggs need to be collected. Pigs, sheep, and goats all need breakfast too. The farmer checks on each animal to make sure they’re healthy and happy.
After taking care of the animals, farmers who grow crops head out to their fields. Depending on the time of year, they might be planting seeds, watering plants, pulling weeds, or harvesting vegetables and fruits. Farmers use tractors and other machines to help with these big jobs, but they also do a lot of work with their hands.
Farmers need to know a lot about science and nature. They need to understand how plants grow, what makes soil healthy, and what different animals need to thrive. Farmers also need to check the weather forecast every day because rain, sun, wind, and temperature all affect their plants and animals.
During busy seasons like planting in spring or harvesting in fall, farmers might work from sunrise until long after sunset. They might eat lunch in the field to save time. When crops are ready to be picked, farmers have to work quickly before the food gets too ripe or bad weather comes.
Farmers also fix things when they break. They repair fences, mend tools, and fix farm machines like tractors. Farmers need to know how to do many different jobs because they can’t always call someone else for help right away. They learn to solve problems on their own.
At the end of a long day, farmers head back to their homes tired but proud of their work. They know that their job helps feed many people. Then they go to sleep early because tomorrow morning, they’ll wake up before the sun to start all over again. That’s the life of a farmer – hard work from sunrise to sunset, every single day of the year.
Many farmers come from families that have been farming for generations. They learned how to farm from their parents, who learned from their parents before them. They love the land they work on and take good care of it so it will stay healthy for many years to come. Farming isn’t just a job – it’s a way of life.
Some farmers sell their food at farmers’ markets where people can buy fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, and meat directly from the person who grew or raised them. Other farmers sell to stores or companies that make the food you see on supermarket shelves. Either way, farmers play a big part in bringing food from the farm to your family.
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Commentary: This speech paints a vivid picture of a farmer’s daily routine, helping children understand the dedication and hard work involved in farming. It works well for elementary school assemblies, career day presentations, or as part of educational programs at agricultural fairs and exhibitions.
Speech 3: “The Seasons of Farming”
Good day, young friends! Have you ever noticed how things change with the seasons? How do leaves turn color in the fall and flowers bloom in the spring? Farmers pay very close attention to these changes because farming follows the seasons in a special cycle. Today, let’s talk about what farmers do during each season of the year.
Let’s start with spring. Spring is an exciting time on the farm because it’s the beginning of the growing season. As snow melts and the ground warms up, farmers prepare their fields for planting. They use tractors to plow the soil, breaking it up so it’s soft and ready for seeds. Spring is also when many baby animals are born on farms – lambs, calves, chicks, and piglets all arrive during this busy season.
Farmers plant different crops depending on where they live and what grows well in their area. Some farmers plant corn, wheat, or soybeans in huge fields that stretch as far as you can see. Others plant fruits and vegetables like strawberries, tomatoes, lettuce, and carrots. Planting time is very busy, and farmers often work from sunrise to sunset to get all their seeds in the ground at just the right time.
When summer arrives, farmers focus on helping their crops grow strong and healthy. This means making sure plants get enough water, especially during hot, dry weather. Some farmers use irrigation systems – special pipes and sprinklers that bring water to the fields. Summer is also the time to watch for weeds, insects, and plant diseases that could harm the crops and remove them quickly.
Summer brings the first harvests of the year. Berries, early vegetables, and some grains might be ready to pick. Farmers who grow hay for animal feed cut it several times during the summer months. The hay needs to dry in the sun before it’s gathered up and stored in barns for animals to eat during winter. Summer days are long, which gives farmers more daylight hours to get their work done.
Fall is harvest time for many crops. This is when farmers gather the food they’ve been growing all year. Apples, pumpkins, corn, potatoes, and many other foods are harvested in the fall. Farmers use special machines called combines to harvest grains like wheat, corn, and soybeans. These big machines cut the plants and separate the seeds (the part we eat) from the stalks and leaves.
Harvest season is the busiest time of year on most farms. Farmers work very long hours to bring in all their crops before bad weather comes. They need to work quickly because rain or frost can damage ripe crops. After harvest, farmers sell their crops to make money for the year. Some of the harvest might also be stored to feed farm animals during the winter months.
Winter might seem quiet on the farm, but farmers still have plenty to do. Animals need extra care in cold weather. Farmers make sure barns are warm enough and that animals have plenty of food and fresh water. Winter is also when farmers fix their tools and machines, order seeds for next year, and make plans for what they’ll plant when spring comes again.
Winter is a time for farmers to learn new things too. They go to special classes and meetings to find out about new ways to grow crops or take care of animals. Farmers share ideas with each other and learn about new machines or tools that might help them do their jobs better. They study which crops made the most money and plan what to grow next year.
Even though the ground might be frozen and covered with snow, farmers are thinking ahead to the next growing season. They look at seed catalogs and decide what varieties to plant. They figure out how much seed, fertilizer, and other supplies they’ll need to buy. By planning carefully during winter, farmers get ready for the busy spring planting season that will start the whole cycle again.
Farming is a job that follows the natural rhythm of the seasons. Each time of year brings different tasks and challenges. Farmers must be patient as they wait for seeds to sprout, plants to grow, and fruits to ripen. They must also be ready to work very hard during busy times like planting and harvest. Through all four seasons, farmers take care of the land and animals that provide food for all of us.
Many farmers keep records of weather patterns, what they planted, and how well different crops grew. This helps them make better decisions year after year. Farming knowledge builds over time as farmers learn what works best on their particular land. This wisdom often passes from older farmers to younger ones, keeping farming traditions alive while also making room for new ideas and better ways of growing food.
By working with the seasons instead of against them, farmers help take care of our earth while growing the food we need. The next time you notice the seasons changing, think about what farmers might be doing on their farms right now. And remember that the food on your plate follows this same seasonal journey, from tiny seed to the delicious fruits, vegetables, grains, and animal products that keep us all healthy and strong.
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Commentary: This educational speech connects farming activities to the changing seasons, helping children understand the cyclical nature of agriculture. It’s perfect for classroom lessons about seasons or agriculture, school assemblies in agricultural communities, or educational presentations at harvest festivals and fall farm events.
Speech 4: “Farm Animals and Their Jobs”
Hi there, friends! Today we’re going to talk about some very special workers on the farm – the animals! That’s right, farm animals aren’t just cute and fun to look at. Each type of farm animal has important jobs that help farmers and provide us with many things we use every day. Let’s meet some of these animal helpers and learn about what they do!
Let’s start with cows. Cows are big, gentle animals that give us milk. Dairy farmers milk their cows twice a day, every single day of the year. From this milk, we get many foods you probably enjoy – cheese, yogurt, ice cream, and butter. Some types of cows, called beef cattle, provide meat. Cows also help farmers by having baby calves that grow up to be the next generation of farm animals.
Cows eat grass and hay, turning plants that people can’t digest into nutritious milk and meat that we can eat. When cows eat grass in pastures, they also help keep the land healthy. Their hooves press seeds into the soil, and their manure fertilizes the ground, helping new grass grow. Some farmers move their cows to different pastures throughout the year to keep the land healthy.
Next, let’s talk about chickens. These feathered farm helpers have several important jobs. Hens (female chickens) lay eggs – sometimes one egg every day! These eggs provide protein for people to eat and can also hatch into baby chicks. Chickens also eat bugs and weed seeds around the farm, helping control pests naturally without chemicals.
Chickens scratch at the ground with their feet, which helps turn and loosen soil. Farmers sometimes let chickens into gardens after the growing season to clean up leftover plants and prepare the soil for next year. Chicken manure makes excellent fertilizer for growing vegetables. So chickens not only give us eggs and sometimes meat, but they also help keep the farm healthy in many ways.
Now let’s meet sheep. These woolly animals grow thick, warm coats that farmers shear (cut off) once or twice a year. This wool gets cleaned and spun into yarn, which is then made into warm clothes like sweaters, socks, and hats. Sheep can live on steep, rocky hillsides where cows can’t graze safely, so they help farmers use all their land. Some sheep also provide milk for making special cheeses and meat called lamb or mutton.
Sheep are grazing animals, which means they eat grass and other plants close to the ground. By grazing, they help keep fields neat and can even reduce the risk of fires by eating dry grass. Sheep often travel in flocks, staying close together for safety. Some farmers use special dogs called sheepdogs to help move their sheep from one field to another.
Pigs are very smart farm animals with important jobs too. They can turn food scraps, extra milk, and plant parts people don’t eat into valuable meat. In the past, before refrigerators were invented, pigs provided meat that could be preserved as ham and bacon to last through winter. Pigs also love to dig with their strong noses (called snouts), which can help turn over soil for planting.
Some farmers use pigs to clear land naturally. Pigs will dig up roots and eat nearly anything, so they can help prepare land for farming without machines. Their natural digging behavior can help mix compost into the soil or clear brush from forested areas. Because pigs are so smart, farmers need to build strong fences to keep them from escaping on adventures!
Goats are smaller than cows but have big personalities and important farm jobs. They give milk that many people drink and use to make cheese and other dairy products. Goats will eat plants that other animals won’t touch, including thorny bushes and weeds. Farmers sometimes rent out their goats to clear brush and invasive plants from parks, neighborhoods, and even around power lines!
Goats are excellent climbers and can reach vegetation on steep hillsides. This makes them helpful for fire prevention, as they eat dry brush that might otherwise catch fire. Some goats grow special soft hair called mohair or cashmere that can be made into luxurious fabrics. Goats are curious and playful, making them fun animals to raise, but they need good fences because they’re excellent escape artists.
Horses and ponies have been farm helpers for thousands of years. Before tractors were invented, horses pulled plows to prepare fields and wagons to carry crops. Today, some small farms still use horses for these jobs. Horses also help farmers check on animals in distant pastures and move livestock from place to place. In some communities where people don’t use motorized vehicles, horses remain the main source of farm power.
Horses form strong bonds with their human caretakers and can learn many commands. They’re strong animals that can work for hours pulling equipment or carrying heavy loads. Raising and training horses takes special knowledge and patience. Many farmers take great pride in their working horses and the traditional farming skills they help preserve.
And let’s not forget one of the smallest but most important farm helpers – bees! Many farmers keep beehives because bees make honey and help pollinate crops. When bees visit flowers to collect nectar for honey, they move pollen from one flower to another. This pollination helps fruits, vegetables, nuts, and berries grow. Without bees, many of our favorite foods wouldn’t exist!
Each farm animal brings something special to the farm. Together, they create a community where animals, plants, people, and the land all help each other. Next time you visit a farm or see farm animals, remember that they’re not just there to look cute – they’re hard workers with important jobs! And the milk, eggs, meat, wool, and other products they provide help feed and clothe people all over the world.
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Commentary: This engaging speech helps children understand the purpose and contributions of different farm animals beyond just being sources of food. It’s well-suited for elementary school farm field trips, 4-H meetings, agricultural fairs, or classroom units on farm animals and agriculture.
Speech 5: “How Farming Helps Our Planet”
Good afternoon, young environmentalists! Today we’re going to talk about something very special – how farmers help take care of our planet. You might think of farmers as people who just grow food, but they do much more than that. Farmers are some of Earth’s most important caretakers, and they have many ways of protecting the land, water, and animals we all share.
Let’s start by talking about soil. Soil might look like plain dirt, but it’s amazing stuff filled with tiny living things and nutrients that help plants grow. Good farmers take care of their soil like it’s a treasure – because it is! They plant different crops in the same field each year, a practice called crop rotation. This keeps the soil healthy because different plants need different nutrients from the soil.
Many farmers also plant cover crops – special plants they grow not for food but to protect and feed the soil. Cover crops prevent rain from washing away good soil, add important nutrients back into the ground, and provide homes for helpful insects. When farmers take good care of the soil, it can continue growing healthy food for many years without getting worn out or washed away.
Water is another precious resource that farmers help protect. Smart farming practices keep water clean by preventing soil, fertilizers, and other farm materials from washing into streams and rivers. Some farmers build special plant areas called buffer strips along waterways to filter water naturally. Others create ponds that collect rainwater, providing homes for frogs, birds, and other wildlife while storing water for dry times.
Many farmers are finding ways to use less water for growing crops. They install special watering systems that deliver water right to plant roots instead of spraying it everywhere. Some farmers collect rainwater in big tanks to use during dry spells. By using water wisely, farmers help make sure we’ll have enough clean water for people, animals, and plants, both now and in the future.
Farms can be great places for wildlife too! Birds nest in farm trees and help by eating insects that might damage crops. Bats come out at night to eat mosquitoes and other pests. Ladybugs, praying mantises, and other helpful insects eat the bugs that would otherwise munch on farm plants. Smart farmers welcome these wild helpers by leaving some areas natural and avoiding chemicals that might harm them.
Some farmers set aside parts of their land as wildlife habitats. They might leave a forest area, create a wetland, or plant native wildflowers that provide food for butterflies and bees. These natural areas help protect wild animals and plants while also making the farm healthier. Having different types of plants and animals on a farm creates what scientists call biodiversity, which helps keep the whole ecosystem in balance.
Many modern farmers are finding new ways to grow food while using less fuel and creating less pollution. Some use solar panels to create electricity for farm buildings. Others make fuel from plants they grow or from animal waste. Farmers who raise animals near their crop fields can use animal manure as natural fertilizer, reducing the need for factory-made fertilizers that require a lot of energy to produce.
Lots of farms now practice what’s called sustainable agriculture – farming in ways that can continue for many years without using up resources or harming the environment. Sustainable farms try to create systems where animals, plants, soil, water, and people all work together in balance. These farms often use natural methods to control pests and keep soil healthy rather than relying on chemicals.
Have you heard of organic farming? Organic farmers grow food without using synthetic (human-made) chemicals for fertilizers or pest control. Instead, they use natural materials like compost, rotate their crops, and find creative ways to manage weeds and insects. Organic farming helps keep soil healthy and protects water from chemical pollution. It also creates safe homes for bees, birds, and other wildlife.
Local farms help our planet by reducing transportation. When you eat food grown close to home, trucks don’t have to drive as far to deliver that food to stores. This means less fuel is used and less pollution from exhaust. Many local farmers sell their products at farmers’ markets or through programs where families buy food directly from the farm. Getting to know the farmers who grow your food makes eating more fun!
Farmers today face big challenges like unusual weather patterns and new plant diseases. Many are finding creative solutions and sharing knowledge about how to adapt. Young people with fresh ideas are becoming the next generation of farmers, bringing new technologies and approaches to help farming become even more environmentally friendly in the future.
You can help support farmers who take care of our planet. When your family buys food, you can look for labels that show it was grown in ways that protect the environment. You might even grow some of your food in a garden or container. And if you visit a farm, ask questions about how they protect soil, water, and wildlife. Many farmers love to share how they’re working as caretakers of the land.
Farming and caring for our environment go hand in hand. The best farmers see themselves as partners with nature, working together to provide food while protecting the resources we all need. By supporting these farmers and maybe even becoming farmers yourselves someday, you can help make sure our planet stays healthy and keeps producing the food we need for generations to come.
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Commentary: This informative speech connects farming practices to environmental stewardship, helping children understand how modern agriculture can work in harmony with nature. It’s ideal for Earth Day events, environmental education programs, school science classes, or presentations at nature centers and conservation organizations working with youth groups.
Wrapping Up: Farmers and Kids
These speeches offer different perspectives on farming to help children understand and appreciate agriculture.
Each speech can be adapted to fit different age groups, settings, and time constraints.
The most important goal is to help young people connect with where their food comes from and the hard work farmers do every day.
Teaching children about farming helps them develop a deeper appreciation for food and a better understanding of how humans work with nature.
Whether used in classrooms, at agricultural events, or during farm visits, these speeches provide a starting point for meaningful conversations about the important role farmers play in our lives.
Consider adding personal stories or local farming examples to make these speeches even more relevant to your audience.
You might also invite a local farmer to speak with the children after sharing one of these speeches, allowing for questions and firsthand stories that bring farming to life for young listeners.