The Farmer's Daughter USA

Hi, I'm Amanda! My family farms corn and soybeans in Southwest Michigan. I'm also a practicing attorney.

AAAS Board: No to GMO Labeling

The American Association for the Advancement of Science has released a statement coming out against California's Proposition 37, which would require labeling for GMO products. In the press release they correctly point out that:"Several current efforts to require labeling of GM foods are not being … [Read more...]

The HSUS Lie

I know I've posted a lot about the North Dakota ballot measure 5, but it is so important for farmers around the country to rally together and stop the HSUS from getting a foothold in any state. They start in one state and then work around the country to pass laws and ballot measures designed to … [Read more...]

Scientists Defend GMO Crops as Safe

 From Truth About Trade Technology:"Alteration of crops is widespread, producing plants with higher yields, less need for pesticides and other desirable qualities. And, many scientists say, such crops are as safe as any other.To the naked eye, the white puffs of cotton growing on shrubs, the … [Read more...]

My Neighbor Is Not Warren Buffet

Remember, the death tax exemptions for estates less than $1million will expire at the end of the year. At that point, any estate over $1million will be taxed at 55%. With soaring farmland prices this will have devastating effect on farm families that want to keep the farm productive and in the … [Read more...]