A few weeks back, a good friend of mine from St. Louis came to visit our farm for the first time. Not only was this her first trip to our farm, it was her first trip to any pig farm. … Continue reading →
Tonight I received some news that made my day! The kids and I were taking care of our cattle when I glanced down at my phone because I had a message. I had to do a double take when I read the … Continue reading →
There has been a lot of talk about whether or not food suppliers should be required to label foods that contain genetically modified organisms (GMO). Consumer demand for this type of labeling seems to be growing along with an increased … Continue...
A little play time today as Connor & I went to the Alabama Chicken & Egg Festival in Moulton. Something we’ll definitely be participating in next year I think. Some pictures to share: Some tractors showing agriculture history of a different kind: There was arts and crafts: Beautiful flowers and plant starts - And...
When most Americans sit down to eat, I’d venture most don’t think about where it comes from. Many don’t say grace, or give a thought to those who grew, processed and sometimes prepared the food we eat. And yet most see the headlines and are quick to condemn another chicken farm. There are “go...
Many people look at food choices from a narrow perspective. In a quest to avoid “factory farms” (I dislike that term immensely) they seek to buy something just like the large farms produce, at the same price but not large farm produced. There are many who say they want to eat better but cost...
Like all young people, Jon & I are working on making sure that we are eating the right foods and taking care of ourselves. With the change/move to the farm, we have been able to have at least one solid meal with each other, everyday. Us...
Recently I observed a conversation between a used car sales person and someone who listed a vehicle for sale online. The topic of trust and honesty came up – something that so often comes forth in agriculture and food topics. George Macdonald is credited with saying “To be trusted is a greater compliment than...
