This is the second part in a three-part series. To read Part I, click here. PART II More than three years had passed since I last made a valiant effort at trying […]
Where you started, Where you are, Where you’re going to be. Don’t Give Up, DON’T EVER GIVE UP!
PART I We all have our struggles; we all have our personal demons that we fight. People all around us, and sometimes even ourselves, deal with drug dependency, depression, gambling, […]
A Family Away from Home
Imagine meeting a shy, young high school girl with brown eyes, dark hair and the typical brace-face appearance. She was a minority. The only real farm girl in her class […]
Science, Emotion, Perception, Politics and Reality
Telling a good story can trump having science on your side. This has become as true as the old adage that ‘timing is everything’ in politics. Both help explain why […]
The Third Time’s the Charm!
On March 1, Governor Walker put his signature on the third and possibly final bill in what has become the Implements of Husbandry (IOH) trilogy. For those of you who […]
Strive to Be Fearless
I’m sure we all can think of one thing we want to improve upon in our personal lives. Whether it’s becoming more efficient at a job, spending more time with […]
The Better Storyteller Wins
Born a farmer’s daughter and only child, my grandmother quickly became her father’s “right-hand man” on the farm as his health declined. She loves to talk about the time she […]
Quick Healthy Snack: Spice Up Your Life With Popcorn!
Chronic diseases account for approximately two-thirds of all deaths in Wisconsin. These diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes and some types of cancer, may be prevented and/or controlled with a […]
Are Kids in the Kitchen a Good Idea? Yes!
Cooking may soon be a lost art. More and more people are eating out; fewer high schools are offering cooking classes; and processed foods are everywhere. Parents (and grandparents) can […]
Plant Change or Reap Uncertainty
Recently when talking to my husband about taking an upcoming trip he said, “I need to know which vehicle we’re taking so I can make sure it’s in working order.” […]
My Relationship with the Internet: It’s Complicated
I’m a millennial and I work in communications. I adore all things Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat. You’d think I would love the Internet, but lately I would list our […]
Farmers Must Seize this ‘Watershed Moment’
In the previous issue of Rural Route, President Holte’s column ‘Rethinking Manure Management’ asked farmers to step up their game when it comes to minimizing manure’s potential environmental impact. This […]