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Thank You Farmers and Ranchers

My response to Frances Moore Lappe blog on Giving Thanks and Get Real. Perhaps this holiday, we should learn more about farming and ranching and say thank you to the all the farmers and ranchers...

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Fifteen Facts about Agriculture

Fifteen facts about agriculture and the U.S. family farmers and ranchers that raise your food, fiber, and Fuel.

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Weathering the Storm

The impact of drought 2012 will be shared from the farm families to the consumer. In this blog post, I share my thoughts as farmer on drought 2012.

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Mom's Stamp of Approval

Anti-GMO groups have filled the online world and headlines with fear against Bt Sweet Corn. Well, my family planted Bt Sweet Corn, harvested it, and ate it. As a mom and farmer I share why Bt Sweet...

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Planting Sweet Corn Central Illinois Style

Follow along as the family hooks up the planter and places the Bt sweet corn in the ground on our farm.

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Sweet Corn, the Rock Star of the Garden

Tag along with my family and I as we adventure into the world of biotech sweet corn.

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Inspiration Comes in the Smallest Packages

A few packages of seeds provided inspiration for a family garden project.

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Common Sense Has Temporarily Been Restored

It was a small victory for the rural way of life when the Department of Labor announced it was withdrawing its proposal preventing kids under 16 from performing numerous tasks on the farm.

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Beef Is Safe

While the news of BSE case in the U.S. may cause doubt in the consumer's mind, let me assure you as a beef farmer that your beef and milk is completely safe. Learn the facts about BSE and how America's...

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Feeding the World - Wordless Wednesday

One generation at time, U.S. Farmers are tackling feed the world. We must embrace technology to increase production because we cannot magical create new land.

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Warm Spring Weather Sprouts Bad roots @ Beef

Over the last few weeks, I have been inundated with media furry and junky science filling the minds of consumer with myths about Beef. Learn the facts about "pink slime" and the Harvard Study on red...

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Go BOLD on Valentine's Day with Beef

Valentine’s Day -- the day to express your love to that special someone in your life -- has arrived. Are you a romantic at heart, carefully planning the events of this special day, or are you still...

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Let the Political Games Begin

In the spirit of the political atmosphere, it is necessary to take a closer look at the extreme animal rights groups. The evolution of their political agenda can be an eye-opener.

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Do Not Feed the HSUS Monster

As the year quickly draws to an end, the charities creatively seek your extra dollars in hopes you have the need to lower your federal and state taxes by giving to some very worthy causes. However,...

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Food Thanks

Today is the day to say "Food Thanks" to the individuals that are responsible in all sector of the food industry from the grower to the chef. Join me in counting your blessings and say an extra food...

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HSUS to Plan USDA Forum

Kansas Senator Jerry Moran presented to the U.S. Senate on November an USDA memo authorizing the HSUS to plan an animal welfare scientific forum. Senator Moran eloquently educated his fellow Senators...

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Monster Mash-Meatful Monday

This Hearty soup is fit for any Halloween feast and fueling every goblin in your household with high-quality protein, ten essential nutrients, and complete amino acids in one serving brought to you by...

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Dear America

The Center for Science in the Public Interests has declared October 24 Food Day. My letter to all Americans from a someone who begins the food production chain-the farmer.

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My 2 Cents about Changes to Child Labor Regulations

New provisions to the Child Labor Regulations would narrow young adults opportunities to learn normal agriculture practices. The proposed changes would prevent them from working for hire with...

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5 Common Myths about Food

On this World Blog Action Day [Topic: Food], I discuss the 5 Common Myths about Food and provide useful resources. I hope these Facts about food will help you make healthy choices for your life.

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