The first-ever Ray County Farm Crawl brought families from across the region into the heart of local agriculture, giving an up-close look at the farms, people, and traditions that have shaped the county for generations. With wagon rides, hands-on learning and plenty of laughter, the event highlighted both the pride of Ray County farmers and the community’s eagerness to embrace a new annual tradition. Richmond Area Chamber of Commerce Director Jayne Taylor noted the inspiration came after seeing other counties celebrate their agricultural heritage through farm crawls. Local leaders recognized the need for Ray County to do the same. “It was a way to promote agriculture in the area,” said Taylor. She described the turnout as “wonderful,” noting the community quickly embraced the activities offered at each farm. Families were able to see firsthand what it takes to raise crops and livestock, while also enjoying simple pleasures like visiting with animals, tasting fresh produce, and…