When I was in high school, I attended the National FFA’s Washington Leadership Conference. I spent the week visiting monuments dedicated to the great women and men who have served […]
2019 FFA Farm Forum “Excellence in Agriculture”
Last weekend, FFA members from all across the state converged in Wisconsin Rapids at Hotel Mead to attend the 2019 Farm Forum sponsored by the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Foundation. Farm […]
Shifting Perceptions Increases Need for Local Efforts
I have an old poster in my shop that reads, ‘Farming. Now that’s a noble profession.’ While I love that poster, every time I see it I can’t help but […]
My Dad’s Truck…
Recently, we put collector plates on my Dad’s 1990 Chevy three-quarter ton pickup truck. My dad bought his first new farm pickup truck in August of 1990 from Voegli Chevrolet […]
Let’s Celebrate Agriculture
The 4th of July is one of the most celebrated holidays in America. While you’re celebrating the history of our country with family and friends, it’s also a great time […]
Time Flies …
Originally published in the February|March 2018 issue of Rural Route A little over a year ago, I found myself nervously packing my bag for a job interview that led me […]
We Can’t Afford More Division
Originally printed in the February|March 2018 issue of Rural Route Growing up in a small town in northeastern Wisconsin, Madison was practically New York City to me. When I first […]
Of Love and Farm Bureau
When you think of Valentine’s Day typically you think of flowers, candies and hearts. That’s why you would be surprised to hear this Valentine’s Day reminds us of discussion meet, […]
Nothing Like a Farmer’s Love
Valentine’s Day, a festival of romantic love. Romantic love might be one of the last items that most farmers think about. Being a farmer’s wife, I really can’t think of […]
Mama, WHY?
Simon Sinek developed “The Golden Circle” and the synopsis is that influential leaders gain respect and a following by explaining why they are doing something, then how they will do […]
Rooted in Positivity
When I signed up for Farm Bureau 5 years ago, I just wanted to compete in the Young Farmer and Agriculturist Discussion Meet. I had a fondness of speaking contests […]
Hardships in farming – Where do you turn?
Chilly temperatures, blowing winds and the occasional snowfall can only mean one thing: winter is here and in full force. Mother Nature may be a stress of the winter season, […]