Salute to Agriculture and Football!

UC Davis football will charge into their Big Sky Conference opener against conference rival Weber State, setting the stage for a night packed with excitement. With students back on campus, the energy will be electric—complete with the thrilling First-Year Field Storm, and a stadium full of Aggie spirit. Kickoff is expected at 7 p.m., but the festivities fire up well before then. At 5 p.m., join us for an ag-tastic tailgate that brings the farm right to the field. Back by popular demand, this pre-game showcase will feature cattle, sheep, goats, tractors, and more—turning the tailgate into a tribute to the roots that make UC Davis a leader in agricultural excellence. It’s a chance to honor the Animal Science Department and the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, and to gather with friends, faculty, students, and supporters in a true Aggie-style celebration.

“To see agriculture celebrated in such a high-energy, crowd-filled space like a football game is incredible," said Dr. Frank Mitloehner, director of the CLEAR Center. "It’s a reminder that farming isn’t just essential—it’s also deeply connected to our everyday lives. And this game brings that message to life in a way that’s fun and exciting and it will be a powerful tribute to the people driving agriculture forward.”