Crisis. There’s no better word to describe the current situation of the agricultural economies. We were hurting for a long time, limping along as many voices cried out about how broken the supply chain really was. But now we are truly in a crisis. And there’s no going back to simply “the way it was…
I recently had the privilege of yet again attending the North American International Livestock Exposition. I’ve only scratched the surface of this famed event, I’m there for the dairy show, but every time it leaves me hungry for more. Now, I don’t profess to necessarily be a former “stock show kid” – the county fair,…
This month of May, the agriculture community celebrates National Beef Month by promoting one of America’s favorite red meats. The story of the U.S. beef industry is truly dynamic and fascinating. From the early colonial homestead pastures to the cattle drives that defined our Great Plains, beef grew up eerily close some of the most…
I’m a bit late to get this one up, but alas here we are. I am proud to present what my editor considers to be among my best pieces to date. This is a topic I am particularly passionate about and have been wanting to get to for awhile, I just needed the right opportunity.…
Per my last article, I feel compelled to start this with a disclaimer as this will very much be an opinion piece. The entire point of these articles is to offer alternative perspectives and incite discussion in the ag community. I think oftentimes we need fresh, critical perspectives from outside and within. Obviously, I can’t…
I was very excited to have finally turned out an article that stirred the ag community pot a bit. The article was a response to the Washington Post article by former Wisconsin dairy farmer, Jim Goodman. You can read mine here. You’ll want to make sure you get through that before continuing so you stay in the…
If you know me, you know I was less than thrilled with a few particular election results. Namely, this was the passing of Florida’s Amendment 13 and California’s Proposition 12. Both issues were more or less part of the same ultimate agenda – to eradicate the animal industries one little chip at a time. Every…
No questions about it, North Carolina is hurting after Hurricane Florence pounded her coastline. Hearts, of course, went out to each and every one of the victims affected. Beyond the human faces, there is also an infrastructure, economy and many livelihoods that will be set back years, perhaps even decades. One industry, an entire particular class, tends…
Editor’s note: Chances are you’ve encountered these kinds of arguments yourself. I’ve included lots of links in this article for your reference! I absolutely adore certain kinds of self-described “environmentalists” “vegan activists” and (insert various cause here) “advocates.” The issue I take with this particular crowd is that, when you look at their lives, you’ll…
I love going to ag conventions, livestock shows, rodeos, meetings – you name it! There’s something to energizing about being surrounded by the ag community. Not only are our lifestyles and values very similar, but we’ve also have the tokens to prove it! Take a moment and think about all the ag-related stuff that you’ve…