I had the opportunity to attend the Ag Chat Foundation’s Cultivate & Connect conference in Austin. I shared a few thoughts from the opening session over at Rural Housewives earlier this week. Decisions start with your head, but are ultimately made in your heart. – Thom Singer I responded with enthusiasm…
The power of social media to spread messages and provoke thought is undeniable. Photos, 140 characters, hashtags, branded websites – they all work together to focus discussions on hot topics and common interests. Real Pig Farming is a campaign driven by the National Pork Board…
Some of our team members are out near Riceville, Iowa, today, celebrating the construction of a new barn at an Open House. It’s basically what it sounds like – a farmer invites all his friends and relations to come and tour his shiny new (clean!) red barn,…
A few weeks ago, I shared 5 women making valuable contributions to the broader conversation around food. Today, I’m highlighting 5 ladies involved in the growing/production side of the food we eat. Janeal Yancy is the Mom at the Meat Counter. A PhD in meat science, and…