Nothing but my best. Last week I told you about my trip to New Mexico where I had the opportunity to teach elementary and middle school youth about Agriculture. During this trip I also had the privilege of being the FFA banquet guest speaker. Even though this was a first for me, I had to … Continue reading Sharing My Passion With New Mexico FFA Students
Agriculture Advocacy in Estancia New Mexico
This week I had the awesome opportunity to travel to Estancia, New Mexico to share my love for Agriculture with more than 600 students and parents. I love traveling West to see the wide open ranch country, changing terrain, and discovering new places, and what better opportunity than a chance to inspire others to learn … Continue reading Agriculture Advocacy in Estancia New Mexico
Road Trip to New Mexico
Today I am in Estancia, New Mexico, a town of 1,500 just East on I-40 from Albuquerque. If you have been following my Twitter feed, you'll know I'm just as excited about the road trip as I am about the opportunity to share my passion for Agriculture with others in a face to face setting. … Continue reading Road Trip to New Mexico
Caleb is AgProud and Ag-Thankful
Sometimes I forget what it would be like to be a first-generation Aggie. I grew up on the ranch, my dad the same, and the other Goodmans before him. Because of that there is probably a lot I miss, or maybe do not notice. But I wouldn't give my raising on the ranch for the … Continue reading Caleb is AgProud and Ag-Thankful
Top 5 in 2010
2010 is headed out the door and 2011 is on its way. When I started the "I am Agriculture Proud" Facebook group, I had no clue by the end of the year the group would have over 4,400 members and I would be writing daily for this blog. It is still weird that people actually … Continue reading Top 5 in 2010
The Future Of Farming
I'm sure you have seen the show Dirty Jobs featuring Mike Rowe and is adventures diving into some of the "dirtiest" jobs Americans tackle on a daily basis. Have you checked out his website mikeroweworks.com, or more specifically his blog on Farming, Fishing, and Food? It's something to check out if you haven't. Back in … Continue reading The Future Of Farming
Wordless Wednesday: Family Tradition
When it comes to production Agriculture, there is strength in numbers on the farm or ranch. People have joked for some time about having more kids because they are "free labor" but in reality the kids are a big part of a family farm operation. I was always at my dad's side while growing up; … Continue reading Wordless Wednesday: Family Tradition
Sharing Through Video
Vlog. Video Blog. It is a great and easy way to share your story. Maybe you do not think of yourself as a great writer and find it difficult to write down your story in a blog. Have you tried telling your story through a Vlog? Video blogging is a great way to share a … Continue reading Sharing Through Video
In It for the Win or Experience?
Which is your style? Are you in it for the win or the experience? Of course we all want to win, but are we really taking advantage of opportunities to gain invaluable experience? There are many groups and organizations that encourage youth to become involved and learn to succeed. FFA and 4-H are common in … Continue reading In It for the Win or Experience?
National Beef Ambassador Blog
Today there are tons of programs involving youth in Agriculture. For many of us what comes to mind is programs like 4-H and FFA. These are both programs that I was heavily involved with as a youth in Arkansas, but there are so many more opportunities for professional development, networking, character building, and getting the … Continue reading National Beef Ambassador Blog