That's another semester down! I'm now officially a year into my masters program, though my work never really takes a break. Classes actually finished on December 4th, and my final exam was on the 13th. I made this highest grade on the final exam in my Reproductive Technologies class. (woohoo!) Ended up with an A … Continue reading And there goes another semester…
Recipe: Easy Pull Apart Bacon Bread
Ah, yes! You heard that right. Bacon bread. I was a little skeptical at first, but then I tried it and it was awesome. Tasty enough that I had to share with ya'll. It would be perfect to prepare for Christmas morning. One of my favorite recipes my mom made for me as a kid … Continue reading Recipe: Easy Pull Apart Bacon Bread
Top 12 blog posts in 2012
Wondering what were the Top 12 Agriculture Proud posts in 2012? Well, you are in luck! Over the next few weeks, I will be sharing the top posts of the year and looking for your suggestions. All you have to do is 'Like' the I am Agriculture Proud page on Facebook! The countdown continues each … Continue reading Top 12 blog posts in 2012
Farewell and Thank You – Big Sky Boots [Giveaway]
I have to go out on a high note right? I really can't wrap up my blogging without saying THANK YOU to all of my friends and followers! And I have the PERFECT gift for one lucky person! Thanks to the generosity and creativity of my friend Lauren Chase at the Montana StockGrowers Association (MSGA), … Continue reading Farewell and Thank You – Big Sky Boots [Giveaway]
Darn you grad school…
There comes a point where time cannot be managed and tasks must be laid to the side. As much as it pains me, graduate school isn't one of those things that can be laid aside. I absolutely love sharing my story online and being a part of the agriculture blogging community. So many great conversations … Continue reading Darn you grad school…
Food, Politics, Lies, and the Truth
"A lie can travel halfway across the planet in the time the truth is still putting on its trousers." -- Winston Churchill Anyone can say anything negative about modern agriculture and have it be believed. Correcting erroneous beliefs is a much greater challenge. You will be surprised at some of these issues that we believe … Continue reading Food, Politics, Lies, and the Truth
Pasture Time Required [Video]
Hello November: the month of Thanks! Because sometimes you need some cattle in your day...
“Think Tank” on Cattle Reproductive Technology
Want to make a first-year graduate student feel really dumb? Put him in a room with several leading researchers in his field of study and ask what he learned. Talk about a challenge. Luckily I didn't have to actually get up and speak, but it was encouraging enough to sit in on the "Think Tank" … Continue reading “Think Tank” on Cattle Reproductive Technology
In response to HSUS’ “A Pig’s Tail” [Video]
In case you missed it, today was Food Day - an opportunity to focus on our food system and the diversity within. The Humane Society of the United States (read my thoughts on the organization here) took advantage of this event to aim at modern pork production. The HSUS, not affiliated with your local pet … Continue reading In response to HSUS’ “A Pig’s Tail” [Video]
When food conversations fall short…
I was on a Delta flight from Orlando to Atlanta last week. It was a late afternoon flight, full of mid-week business travelers. If you're headed to Atlanta, there will be several. I was seated between a young woman who was involved in her book and on my right was middle-aged lady working the word … Continue reading When food conversations fall short…