Farmers grow the food that nourishes our communities. Successful farmers hone their knowledge of agricultural science and use high-tech equipment to carry out this essential job. A Day with a Farmer walks readers through a farmer's daily responsibilities, focusing on high-interest topics like powerful tractors and farm animals and explaining the origin of the foods young readers see in stores and on their tables.

Includes index.

Caring for crops -- Raising animals -- Working on the farm.