As Michele reflects on becoming a mom, she questions the lessons we’re teaching the next generation in agriculture. Is it possible we try to fix things that aren’t broken? Are we a little too hung up on bringing recognition to farmers and ranchers? Do we care enough to speak out proactively? Does our stubborness get in the way of the big picture? Thought-provoking post for everyone on a farm, ranch or agribusiness.
Guest blogger MRS and her family visit a local Christmas tree farm to pick out their tree on a cold, snowy December day. She also shares tips for how to keep your tree looking fresh throughout the holiday season and the link to the National Christmas Tree Association.
Taking lessons from her university ag classes, college student Laura Padgett provide the first blog in a series about how the use of technology in the classroom can be utilized by those in the agrifood business. How can techno tools used in education help consumers ask questions and farmers provide answers?
You’d think a mom of triplets (with 5 teenagers total) would have better things to worry about than blogging about her ranch. But Debbie Lyons-Blythe does just that – and is asking everyone on a farm or ranch or in agriculture for 10 minutes of their time. Read this guest post from a great agvocate who’s a finalist for the AgConnect Advocate award.
Guest mom blogger shares her experience with Big 10 Football at Ross Ade stadium. The post – Thanksgiving game was brutally cold, but a great reminder for parents to have date night. (side note from Michele – Michigan State did get mentioned in this post – and they beat the team in question earlier in the season – LOL.)
Are processed foods real to blame for food safety risks, obesity and other nutritional issues? Interesting guest post from International Food Information Council highlights the need to understand the complete farm to fork process – and get the facts behind food, whether it is processed or fresh. Must read for farmers concerned about food misinformation.
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