Tennessee dairy farmer Ryan Bright, who writes Silo Skies, took us up on the offer to host Flat Ryan on his farm! And Ryan Bright's secret agent cows from The Udder Side watched what he was up to and they prepared the following blog post on it. Thanks Ryan! And we hope all of you enjoy … Continue reading Antibiotics In Milk #FlatRyan
Have questions? Visit the fair.
Nicole Small is a mom to 2 boys and along with her husband, runs their beef, wheat, corn and soybean farm in Southeast Kansas. On her blog she shares a mixture of family life on the farm, delicious and easy recipes and snapshots from her corner of agriculture. Visit her blog or find her on … Continue reading Have questions? Visit the fair.
A New Series — The AgProud Adventures of Flat Ryan!
There are times when several things swirl together and the ideas that come out can be fun to watch. And of course some of those ideas can be stinkers too.... But let's hope this one is really good. So let's get to it! The "Big Idea" We have created four different Flat Ryan paper dolls. … Continue reading A New Series — The AgProud Adventures of Flat Ryan!
Guest Post: Update from the Oregon Grass Farmer
There is light at the end of tunnel for Grass Seed Harvest 2013 with about a week left of combining grass and two weeks for baling. I’ve mentioned previously that I live in the Grass Seed Capital of the World, growing about 70% of the world’s cool season grasses. My family farms annual ryegrass, fescue … Continue reading Guest Post: Update from the Oregon Grass Farmer
Artificial Insemination Goals for Dairy Farmers | Biotechnology in Cattle
A few weeks ago, I started a series featuring biotechnology tools used in cattle herds across the country. David and Jennifer Heim are friends of mine and own a dairy farm in northeast Kansas. The Heims milk 85-100 Holstein cows and raise their heifer calves as replacements. They also raise corn, soybeans, hay, and other forages, mostly … Continue reading Artificial Insemination Goals for Dairy Farmers | Biotechnology in Cattle
Common Misconceptions in Food and Agriculture
On a weekly basis, I usually receive 8-10 questions via my Ask A Farmer contact form from folks who just want to know more about agriculture in general. I'm just one guy with an opinion who is willing to share my opinion. I try to incorporate links with perspectives from others as often as possible … Continue reading Common Misconceptions in Food and Agriculture
Celebrate National Agriculture Day and talk to a farmer
National Agriculture Day is a great opportunity to talk to a farmer. I had the opportunity to share a few words on CNN Eatocracy this week to encourage people to consider how agriculture impacts our lives daily. One of the first steps in transparency for our agriculture systems is encouraging folks to become more aware … Continue reading Celebrate National Agriculture Day and talk to a farmer
National Agriculture Day Through the Eyes of Farm Bloggers
Today is National Agriculture Day. the one day of the year when Congress encourages everyone to stop and think about agriculture. We are thinking about all the people involved in agriculture and all of the things they are accomplishing! Farmers who are producing food for their families and a few neighbors as well as the farmers … Continue reading National Agriculture Day Through the Eyes of Farm Bloggers
Agriculture Proud – It all started on National Ag Day
3 years! Can you believe it? Prior to National Ag Day 2010, I was involved in social media and advocating for the agriculture industry, but I had yet to really find my spot. That all changed with one tweet. I posted my response on the Working Ranch magazine blog I was writing at the time … Continue reading Agriculture Proud – It all started on National Ag Day
Ag Day Celebrating Agriculture From California to North Dakota
Jenny Dewey is a country girl at heart. Born and raised in Northern California and growing up in her parent’s butcher shop and deli, agriculture has always been a part of her life. She recently followed her heart to North Dakota where she is now engaged to a sunflower farmer and works at his ag … Continue reading Ag Day Celebrating Agriculture From California to North Dakota