Posts Tagged ‘ranch’
Back to school with agriculture & nutrition: Episode 112
As misinformation can spread early in life, and it’s essential to keep an open door to help children learn about farming and nutrition. Katie Pratt and Amanda Radke creates a safe space for elementary and junior high school students to learn more about where their food comes from.
Read MoreGreenhouse effect, grass-fed & grain-fed beef: Episode 91
Is grass-fed beef really better for human health and the environment? “Many times this is promoted by those who are far removed from agriculture. Or they base it on one nutrient such as short chain omega-3 fatty acids. My scientific take: there are system trade-offs, no system absolutes.”
Read MoreThe family business struggles of agriculture: Episode 56
“Have good resources, be a good neighbor and check in with farm families” says Jolene Brown, a real “Farmer Brown.” From Eastern Iowa, she’s an internationally known professional speaker in agriculture. Her consultations in family business earned her the reputation as the “Dr. Phil of Agriculture.” In this episode, she’s shares experience, insight, and tools to help make a good family business even better.
Read MoreH.O.P.E. for Agriculture
What if we cared for the people of agriculture the same way we do with the products we grow? We often adopt an attitude of “let’s not talk about it” when it comes to mental health, embracing the idea of “pull yourself up by your bootstraps.” Data clearly shows that’s not working in the face of a global pandemic, constantly changing markets, weather problems, and all of the pressures piled on farmers and ranchers. You’ve likely read about suicide rates; the people of agriculture need to do better at self-care so we quit losing loved ones.
Read MoreMotherhood, Cancer, and Unsolicited Advice: Episode 40
Navigating through unsolicited advice as a new mom is hard enough. Imagine the complexity of bringing a child into the world hours after receiving a breast cancer diagnosis! Brooke Taylor is an Oklahoma ranch girl who has lived in various cities, while working with agricultural organizations through ad agencies. While juggling life as a full-time, self-employed business woman, Brooke welcomed her first baby into the world six hours after she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
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