Joe Biden Gives the Presidential Citizens Medal to Farmers

By Grainy McLaughlin, Agriculture Satirist

In a heartwarming yet slightly bewildering ceremony this week, President Joe Biden bestowed the Presidential Citizens Medal—the nation’s second-highest civilian honor—on three farmers for their “outstanding contributions to the field of agriculture and the field of making me laugh.”

The recipients, hailing from across the Corn Belt, accepted their awards with pride, humility, and a dash of confusion. “I didn’t know growing corn could land me a medal,” said one honoree. “I thought my prize was just more corn.” Biden, never one to miss a moment for levity, replied, “Corn is freedom, my friend.”

Let’s take a closer look at the “accomplishments” that earned these farmers their shiny medals.

Braving Endless Conversations About the Weather

Farmers are notorious for discussing rainfall, droughts, and frost like they’re trading stock tips on Wall Street. Biden honored one farmer for his uncanny ability to make the weather sound riveting. “You’re like the Shakespeare of precipitation,” Biden quipped.

The farmer’s acceptance speech was fittingly weather-themed. “This medal shines brighter than the sun after a three-day storm,” he joked, eliciting chuckles from the audience.

Local coffee shop patrons testified that this farmer’s daily weather breakdowns had become legendary. “I don’t even farm,” said a retired schoolteacher. “But I feel like I could predict the next El Niño after talking to him.”

Statistics showed that in the last year alone, this farmer delivered over 600 weather-related monologues to anyone within earshot, with a reported accuracy rate of 72%. Even meteorologists in the area admitted, “He’s more reliable than our radar.”

Growing Corn Used in Presidential BBQs

It turns out the sweetcorn served at the White House’s Fourth of July BBQ was grown by one of the honorees. “Without your corn,” Biden said solemnly, “our celebration would’ve just been hot dogs and despair.”

White House chef testimonials confirmed the corn was “life-changing,” and a bipartisan panel declared it “the most patriotic vegetable of the year.” One guest at the event claimed, “I could taste the freedom in every bite.”

Records from the USDA show that the farmer’s corn consistently ranks in the top 1% for sweetness and yield. “It’s like the Ferrari of corn,” one agricultural expert said. “If Ferraris came in husks.”

Teaching City Folks That Milk Doesn’t Come From Cartons

Another honoree earned his medal for educating urbanites about the origins of dairy. Biden shared an anecdote about a White House intern who, after visiting the farmer’s operation, exclaimed, “You mean cows aren’t just milk robots?”

This farmer regularly hosts city dwellers for “Farm 101” tours, during which visitors can milk cows, feed chickens, and learn how eggs aren’t pre-wrapped in Styrofoam. “It’s like therapy for people who’ve never seen dirt before,” he said.

Feedback from attendees has been overwhelmingly positive. “I came for the Instagram photos but left with a new respect for cows,” said one influencer. “And a pair of ruined sneakers.”

Mastering the Art of Tractor Ballet

Biden awarded one farmer for turning fieldwork into performance art. “Your tractor choreography is better than anything I’ve seen on Dancing with the Stars,” the President said, before attempting a clumsy pirouette.

A viral video of this farmer harvesting crops in perfect sync with The Nutcracker Suite has amassed over 2 million views on YouTube. “I thought farming was boring,” commented one viewer. “But this is pure poetry on wheels.”

Agricultural engineers studied the precision of his tractor movements and concluded, “This isn’t farming—it’s engineering meets art.”

Growing Pumpkins Big Enough to Use as Presidential Podiums

The largest pumpkin grown by one of the honorees weighed in at 2,000 pounds—enough to double as a stage prop. Biden joked, “I might start giving speeches from your pumpkin. It’ll make me look taller.”

The pumpkin became a local sensation, inspiring a Halloween festival and an impromptu carving contest. “It took a team of six people just to move it,” said a neighbor. “We were basically a pumpkin-moving crew.”

A horticulturalist at the event explained, “This isn’t just a pumpkin; it’s a symbol of what’s possible when you nurture greatness.”

Keeping America’s Supply of Farmer Overalls Stylish

One honoree was recognized for elevating denim overalls to an art form. “You made overalls cool again,” Biden declared. “You’re like the Gucci of agriculture.”

Photos of this farmer in custom-embroidered overalls sparked a fashion trend among rural influencers. “I ordered a pair the moment I saw his,” said one young farmer. “They’ve got reinforced knees and pockets for snacks.”

Retailers reported a 25% increase in overall sales in the honoree’s region, with one shop owner admitting, “He’s single-handedly revitalized our inventory.”

Inventing the ‘Corny Dad Joke of the Year’

Biden himself admitted to stealing this farmer’s joke: “What do you call a tractor that tells jokes? A laugh-harvester!” The President confessed, “I’ve been telling that one at every cabinet meeting.”

The joke gained so much traction that it was printed on T-shirts and bumper stickers. “It’s the best thing to happen to dad humor since puns,” said a local comedian.

Laughter isn’t the only benefit. Studies show that employees in corn-growing regions reported a 10% boost in morale thanks to these jokes. “It’s not just funny—it’s productivity fuel,” one HR manager claimed.

Battling Pests With Humor

Another farmer received a medal for his creative way of dealing with locusts and aphids: naming them. “When you call your pests Carl and Debbie, it takes the sting out of losing crops,” he explained.

Locals started attending his “pest comedy nights,” where he shared stories about his battles with the bugs. “It’s cheaper than therapy,” said one attendee.

Crop scientists noted that while naming pests doesn’t stop them, “it does seem to help farmers cope.”

Unofficial Therapist to 12 Stray Cats

One honoree earned his medal for adopting stray cats that had made his barn their permanent address. “You’re not just a farmer,” Biden said. “You’re basically Dr. Phil for felines.”

The farmer’s Instagram account, featuring cat antics among hay bales, has over 50,000 followers. “I followed for the farming tips but stayed for the cats,” one fan commented.

Local veterinarians confirmed that the barn cats had reduced rodent populations by 80%. “They’re working harder than most employees,” one vet joked.

Pioneering Midnight Farming

Another honoree was recognized for harvesting crops under the cover of darkness using tractor headlights. “You’ve proven that farming never sleeps,” Biden said.

Neighbors nicknamed him “The Night Farmer,” with one joking, “I don’t need an alarm clock. His tractor wakes me up at 2 a.m.”

Ag researchers are studying his methods, noting that nighttime farming may reduce crop stress. “It’s farming with a moonlit twist,” said one scientist.

Hosting the World’s Most Democratic Barn Dances

One farmer received a medal for organizing barn dances that brought together people from across the political spectrum. “You’re the bipartisan hero we need,” Biden said, adding, “I still don’t know what a do-si-do is, but I had a great time.”

Guests reported that the dances inspired meaningful conversations. “We started arguing about policy, but by the end, we were laughing over how bad we are at square dancing,” said one attendee.

A local newspaper dubbed the event “a political truce on the dance floor.”

Saving the Nation’s Pancake Supply

Biden honored a maple syrup producer for ensuring America’s pancakes remained properly drenched. “Without your syrup, breakfast would be a tragedy,” he said solemnly.

Sales records confirmed the farmer produced enough syrup to fill 50 Olympic swimming pools. “That’s a lot of happy pancakes,” one diner owner remarked.

The farmer’s syrup even made its way into gourmet gift baskets for foreign dignitaries. “It’s diplomacy through deliciousness,” Biden quipped.

Being the Unsung Hero of the Presidential Diet

A carrot farmer earned recognition for providing produce to the White House kitchen. “Your carrots are the secret weapon in my health plan,” Biden said. “If I’m still jogging at 80, it’s because of you.”

The chef confirmed the carrots were a hit. “They’re sweeter than candy,” he said. “Even the staff fights over them.”

Data showed a 15% increase in carrot consumption among locals after the honor was announced. “If they’re good enough for Biden, they’re good enough for me,” one resident said.

Farm-to-Table-to-Biden: The Ultimate Supply Chain

The final honoree was praised for keeping the White House pantry stocked with fresh vegetables. “You didn’t just deliver food—you delivered hope,” Biden said.

One farmer joked, “I’m basically Uber Eats for the President.” Local farmers are now vying to get their produce on the next delivery.

In a ceremony that celebrated farming, humor, and the American spirit, Biden reminded the nation that farmers aren’t just feeding us—they’re making us laugh along the way. As one honoree said, “I never thought my life would lead to a medal. I just thought it would lead to more corn.