Today is World Mental Health Day. I came across this quote while working on the Farm State of Mind campaign with Acceleron. And I think it's something we need to repeat. So often the farm comes before everything else, including the physical and mental health of farmers. We skip meals, … [Read more...]
Natural Apple Wax
Apples naturally produce wax to protect themselves from moisture loss. Sometimes the natural wax is removed when the apples are cleaned after harvest. So farmers may apply a food-grade wax to maintain the protection. … [Read more...]
You’re Invited: Real Talk About Farm Stress
I'm so excited to team up with Acceleron to host a Twitter chat tonight on farm stress. The chat is a continuation of the Farm State of Mind campaign. This is such an important conversation and I'm so honored that Acceleron asked me to take part of it. I hope you'll join me! … [Read more...]
U.S. Livestock Production Since 1961
This. Is. Incredible. Remember: the legacy of agriculture is one of sustainability. Read more about livestock production in the United States. … [Read more...]
Farm State of Mind
A healthy farm is nothing without a healthy you. Farmers are a pretty tough group of people. Agriculture is physically demanding work. But it can also be mentally challenging. And we aren't always so good at expressing how we feel inside. But it's no secret the farming community needs to do … [Read more...]
Vegan Cory Booker Doesn’t Care if You Eat Meat. But Calls U.S. Agriculture “Perverse.”
Cory Booker finally answered the question I asked at the beginning of the year. Would a President Booker, a vegan, care about Americans eating meat? At CNN's townhall on the climate crisis, Booker provided this answer: Let me be really blunt: Booker's comments on agriculture scare the crap out … [Read more...]
Review & Giveaway: Starlux Games Outdoor Games
[This post is sponsored by Starlux Games; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.] Game night has never been so much fun! Introducing Starlux Games--yard games that will inspire creativity, get you moving, and light up the night! My family and I were asked to try out three … [Read more...]
One Acre of Land Is About the Size of a Football Field
Farmers usually talk about land in terms of acres. So I thought this was a timely comparison of how big an acre of land really is. … [Read more...]
Review & Giveaway: Britt Blubaugh of Fab Hair with Britt
[This post is sponsored by Britt Blubaugh of Fab Hair with Britt; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.] I love hair accessories. But at my age and in my profession, finding a way to wear them and still look appropriate can be a little tricky. So I was super excited … [Read more...]
EPA: Stop Saying Glyphosate Causes Cancer
EPA has issued guidance documents to companies producing glyphosate (the active ingredient in Round-Up) and the message is clear: no more glyphosate-causes-cancer labels! Here's looking at you, California. Let me explain. The EPA regulates and oversees all pesticides under the Federal … [Read more...]
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