College students learn more about utilizing different strengths while listening to a motivating speech by Dr, Temple Grandin. The Colorado State professor actually taught more about human behavior than animal behavior in her Oklahoma State appearance. Explaining how autism works, Dr. Grandin made a point of giving a descriptive lesson on the differences between the thoughts of people with autism and those of the majority of the population. The end result were college students better understanding behavior styles.
Baby Blue takes his first ride in a combine. Guest blogger MRS documents the day in photos and shares a glimpse of what harvest looks like from the seat of the people producing your food. See if you find it as interested as Baby Blue to learn about how farmers combine corn and soybeans in the Midwest!
What happens when you’re just not smart enough? As an entrepreneur, I used to worry a great deal that I wouldn’t have all the answers in my said area of expertise. Nearly a decade later, I’ve come to realize that’s not only arrogant, it’s a disservice to the people I serve in the agrifood business. I’m still not smart enough to have the answers, but I know a lot of smart people. And if they don’t have the answer – they usually know someone who does.
Mark Gale pens an insightful guest post on the need for agriculture to listen and acknowledge people’s concerns. He points to a story from when he was a teenager working in a grocery store to help others in agriculture understand lessons of reputation management. Isn’t it time to engage in a genuine and heartfelt discussion with consumers?
Farm wife MRS recounts a tough lesson she learned the first time she rode in the combine…one her husband reminds her of every harvest.
As the U.S. reflects on 9/11, Oklahoma State student Laura Padgett helps shed light on the the national security that our agrifood system affords North Americans. She provides insight on what it was like to be a nine year-old watching the tragedy unfold and the pride in the country’s unity – while asking the question about what that security and unity look like long-term for the U.S.A.
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