Seed Preemption Laws Protect Farmers from Activist Campaigns
When it comes to regulating genetically engineered crops ("GMO"), the conversation can get a little daunting. Who, exactly, should have regulatory authority? Traditionally, the federal government has handled regulations of biotech crops through the USDA, EPA, and FDA. This has worked well … [Read more...]
Farming Without Financial Motive Is…
While it is true that agriculture is a lifestyle and a passion, it is also a business. If you aren't making money, then it is just a hobby. Hobbies are fine, but they don't feed the world. On the other hand, just because farmers make money from farming does not mean that they sacrifice on quality or … [Read more...]
Wanda on Profits from Animal Agriculture
To combat some negative misconceptions about animal agriculture, I asked animal farmers questions about animal care, welfare, and profits. It was a wonderful way to get some feedback and insight into animal agriculture and hear how real farmers view these very relevant topics. If you still think … [Read more...]
We Grow GMO Corn
We grow GMO corn. Yes, that's right - corn that has been genetically modified. That stuff that so many activist groups and people claim is so bad and so dangerous and making everyone sick. We grow that stuff. All of our corn has two genetically engineered traits. The first one makes it … [Read more...]
5 Reasons a Farm Dog Makes Life on the Farm Better
Anyone that knows me (or even kinda knows me) knows that my dog occupies a very important part of my life. We adopted Mischa in October of 2016 and she's been loving life on the farm ever since. She also makes our lives so much more fun and interesting. We've had several dogs on the farm over my … [Read more...]
Yes, Farmers Work for a Profit.
Believe it or not: farmers farm for a profit, and that isn't a bad thing! Here's the thing: farmers are just like everyone else in society. We need to pay our mortgage, our utilities, our phone bill, and our insurance. We go grocery shopping, to the doctor, and to the hair salon. We even like to … [Read more...]
United States Farm Population
When you think about it, it is kind of crazy that only 2% of the United State's population provides sustenance for the rest of the population. … [Read more...]
First Cultivation of Sweet Corn
We enjoyed some pretty good Michigan sweet corn over the weekend! Thanks to whoever cultivated it 10,000 years ago! … [Read more...]
A Letter to the Scottish Farmer Looking for a Bride
Dear David Harris (aka "Farmer Dave"), I saw your posting on The Farming Forum where you state your interest in acquiring a bride. As a farm girl myself, as well as a single female, you piqued my interest and I figured I would respond. As a big Outlander fan, I'm hoping we can make this … [Read more...]
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