A few weeks ago I ventured into the presidential contest with a post about Obama Courting the Farm Vote. You'll also remember that I posted some of the answers from Farm Bureau's candidate surveys from both of the president and Romney. Since then, several farmer-friendly political action committees … [Read more...]
Antibiotics in Meat: Is My Meat Safe?
A lot of people are worried about having too many antibiotics in their meat and the effect that may have on the overall effectiveness of antibiotics. Of course, proper care of animals includes getting them healthy after they're sick. Check out this quick explanation by a farm mom about … [Read more...]
Blog Action Day: The Power of Farmers
Today is officially the day for Blog Action Day. The theme this year is "The Power of We." Why is this the theme? Because "The Power of We is a celebration of people working together to make a positive difference in the world, either for their own communities or for people they will never meet half … [Read more...]
Striving for Continuous Improvement
If only this was how all conversations between farmers, ranchers, and consumers went!(Nebraska Soybean Board) … [Read more...]
Whole Foods & HSUS: Working Together
At this point I'm sure you've heard of Whole Foods, Inc. It's the supermarket that keeps popping up in new towns across the United States (we have one going in fairly close to here) and it claims to be a grocery store that simply cares about promoting ethical food choices. You know, they like … [Read more...]
“I’m a Soybean Farmer”
Brought to you by the Nebraska Soybean Board: … [Read more...]
What’s With Nitrates in Bacon?
My family usually buys our bacon right from the meat counter, so I was blissfully unaware of the latest "bacon without nitrates" trend. The story, quite honestly, reminds me of the "pink slime" scare.So what exactly is this trend?Apparently a study came out which linked the nitrates in bacon to … [Read more...]
Driving Lesson
Dad gave me a driving lesson in our old combine a couple days ago. Think I have what it takes? … [Read more...]
ND’s Proposal 5 (Hint: HSUS Wrote It!)
Hint: Click on the picture to read it.North Dakota sure has a lot going on when it comes to ballot proposals this election cycle. Remember, I wrote about Measure 3 (vote yes!) that protects farmers and ranchers ability to use modern technology and practices. It turns out that ND voters will also … [Read more...]
The Omnivore’s Delusion
An oldie, but goodie by Blake Hurst!"I’m dozing, as I often do on airplanes, but the guy behind me has been broadcasting nonstop for nearly three hours. I finally admit defeat and start some serious eavesdropping. He’s talking about food, damning farming, particularly livestock farming, compensating … [Read more...]
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