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Striking the Right Balance

South Poll Cattle Ranching by Association ELKLAND, MO. - The Vahls are dedicated to being good stewards of the land as regenerative farmers. To the Natural Resources Defense Council, the definition of regenerative agriculture is, “The methods … meant to restore soil and ecosystem health, address inequity, and leave our land, waters, and climate in better shape for the future.”  “We...

Natural Practices Provide Value

Pure and Simple Organics offers farm to table organic beef, pork and lamb ELKLAND, MO. - What started out 26 years ago selling her organic farm to table meat to friends and family has turned Jessica Lynn Robinson’s Pure and Simple Organics farm into a successful venture. Word of mouth and organic Facebook groups have given Jessica a place to...

Businessman to Farmer

Love of the land creates a unique partnership PRAIRIE GROVE, ARK. - Although Bob Daughtery was raised on a farm, he is a businessman and not a farmer. Nonetheless, he loves the family history on the two farms he owns. One of his businesses was Lincoln Supply in Lincoln, Arkansas, where he sold tractors. In 1978, he hired a young...

Dedicated to Agriculture

Young cattleman honored as National Star Finalist Larahmy Blakley was born into the world of agriculture.  OOLOGAH, OKLA. - The Oologah, Okla., man is a sixth-generation cattleman in Oklahoma. “My great-grandpa, however many greats it goes back, staked a claim in the Oklahoma land run of 1889 near present-day Waukomis, Okla. It was a big family and some of the family still...

Learning to Adapt

Providing premium beef to the local community drives the success of Cornerstone Cattle Company RUSSELLVILLE, ARK. - Rebecca and Rusty Davis have been ranching together for almost as long as they have been married. That is 30 years under their belt. Yet, that pales in comparison to how long the Cornerstone Cattle Company has been going strong. For more than four...

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Macy Stauffer

Age: 19 Hometown: El Dorado Springs, Mo. Parents: Matthew and Rachel Stauffer Siblings: Marshal Stauffer 4-H Club: Union Hall 4-H Club Leader: Lisa Manning FFA Chapter: El Dorado Springs FFA Advisor: Amy Green What is your involvement in agriculture? “My parents own a small cattle operation outside of El Dorado Springs. Ever since I can remember I would be out in the pasture, feeding sows and checking fences...

Ginger Nance

Hometown: Raised in Ft. Scott Ks. Current hometown is Sheldon Mo. Family Members: Husband, Bill Nance. 3 children and 4 step-children In Town: “Prior to my current career, I worked as an administrator in senior living for over 35 years in Kansas.” Ginger said. “I retired almost 2 years ago from that and am now a full-time real estate agent in Missouri and Kansas for Stuteman’s Action...

Gailey’s Breakfast Café: A Step Back in Time

Historic downtown building has seen many changes over the years  SPRINGFIELD, MO. - On a hot summer’s day in August, I had the pleasure of meeting with Nicole Edwards in the original ‘Pharmacy Room’ at Gailey’s Downtown Café. Nicole and her husband, Ethan, are joint partners with two other families, the Wagner’s and the Rose’s, that own the infamous Gailey’s...

AskTractorMike.com

Owner: Mike Wiles Location: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/tractormike  Website URL: http://asktractormike.com/ History: Mike was store manager at S&H Farm Supply in Rogersville, MO from 2003 to 2014, but also assisted his sales department when needed. “When working in sales, I saw a need to educate weekend farmers who were moving to the country and shopping for a tractor and basically knew nothing about them,”...

Emma Grace Kelley

Age: 17 Hometown: Prairie Grove, Ark.  Parents: Jonathan and Melanie Kelley FFA Chapter: Prairie Grove FFA Advisors: Clint and Sarah Hale What is your involvement in agriculture?  “When I was 2 years old my family moved to a small farm west of Prairie Grove, Ark. We have raised a variety of animals, including horses, goats, chickens, guineas and donkeys. I joined 4-H and FFA with a livestock show project of...

Leading With Service

Tucked away in the heart of Tonitown, Arkansas, K+K Vet Supply is a testament to how hard work and dedication can bring a vision to life. Founded in 1988, a trio of men saw an opportunity within the veterinary supply sector and jumped on a chance to join a competitive industry. Over 35 years later their business has grown...

Understanding Grants, Loans and Cost-Share Programs

Are farm programs the right fit for your operation An influx of revenue is bound to boost any operation. There are many government programs available...

Finding the Right Program

Where to start when looking at farm programs Producers seeking government programs to help their operation may get overwhelmed when they start the search process....

On My Own Seminar

Program Designed to Empower Women Landowners A program designed particularly for women involved in agriculture proved so popular its expanding to include producers throughout Missouri...

Building a Hardy Herd

Creating a herd best suited for its environment  Cattle producers have a say-so in most every aspect of their operation. However, the hand dealt by...

Dangers of Prussic Acid Poisoning

As cooler temperatures approach, producers should be aware of the dangers  As the first frosts of the season approach, it is a good time to...

Tractor Safety Refresher

Keeping everyone safe on the road Whether a person has been operating a tractor for decades or just recently acquired the skill, brushing up on...