Reflections
50 Years of National Ag Day
Did you know that March 21 is THE day to celebrate everything agriculture? It’s a day for our community to step into the limelight and remind the world how it
March 21, 2023
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Reflections
Seasonal Appreciation, Farm Style
I know Christmas gift list ideas are a bit overrated here in internet world. We see them every year. You probably come across them via companies or click farms trying
December 18, 2020
Reflections
Why They Show…
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,
December 11, 2019
Reflections
Rethinking Perspectives on Ag Advocacy
One thing I’m pretty fascinated by and passionate about is land usage and how it pertains to agriculture. I find it pretty disheartening to see land paved over left and
September 19, 2019
Reflections
Of County Fairs, Livestock Sales, and Selfless 4-H Kids…
As a former 4-H kid myself, I may be a bit biased. But I think its pretty fair to say the things kids in this program do are pretty amazing.
September 1, 2019
Reflections
Yes, Animals are Inferior to Humans. And Yes, That’s Okay.
Author’s note: When I refer to veganism in the context of this article, I am referring to the ideology and principles surrounding it. I am not referring to the value
July 17, 2019
Reflections
The Double-Edged Sword of Branded Beef Products
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
May 19, 2019
Reflections
Why defining the “family farm” matters
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
May 1, 2019
Reflections
Agriculture vs. advertisers: can we get too defensive?
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
February 12, 2019
Reflections
In defense of dairy: Further discussion
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
January 8, 2019
