The Wilson Family is producing the “Essentials” in Southwest Missouri
ANDERSON, MO. - From a young age, Garrett Wilson knew that farming was his destiny. He grew up watching his father, grandfather, and great uncle work the land, so it’s no surprise that the vocation channeled into every fiber of his being. Now 32, the fourth-generation poultry and cattle producer is...
Basketball and farming are more than a career for Coach Bobby Howard, they are reflections of character
HARRISON, ARK. - As the sounds of fans cheering and the smell of concession stand popcorn float through the gymnasium at North Arkansas College, Coach Bobby Howard takes the court. What the crowd doesn’t know is that within moments of the final buzzer...
Cross C Equine is helping horses develop rhythm and balance
LAMAR, MO. - To call Charlea Jaeschke a horse whisperer would probably be going overboard. However, it may not be far off.
It has been less than a year since Jaeschke opened Cross C Equine and the former barrel racer and calf roper has found her motivation as a trainer.
“My primary...
Cory Dawes is a young farmer building his program
STOCKTON, MO. - Cory Dawes of rural Cedar County just outside Stockton, Mo., is a busy farmer, Federal employee and entrepreneur. He currently has a cow calf operation that features 75 spring calving cows and 20 fall calvers on 500 acres, 200 of which belong to him along with another 300...
At Equestrian Bridges every small success is a celebration
ROGERS, ARK. - The rhythm of hooves offers a quiet kind of healing. It’s not about the grandeur of the setting at Equestrian Bridges, but the connection between the rider and the horse. It fosters trust and growth, provides a path forward to tackling challenges.
In Rogers, Arkansas, Equestrian Bridges looks more...
Location: Elkland Mo.
County: Webster
Owner: Chelsea Crites
History of the business: “This business started as a hobby when I was in high school. Having horses myself, I started teaching myself to braid simply as something to do to keep myself busy and to help with entry fees.”
“When I started my braiding career, muletape was not yet popular. So I started by...
Age: 17
Hometown: Lebanon, Mo.
County: Laclede
Parents: ShaVonne Miller and Chris Blackburn
Siblings: Devin Blackburn, Daisy Dunham, Douglas Miller lll
FFA Chapter: Lebanon
Chapter Advisor: Hailey Miller
What is your involvement in agriculture? “I became involved in agriculture because it provided the experience and animal education I was seeking. I started in a general ag class then I completed animal science and vet science in...
Catfish, hushpuppies and hospitality
FAYETTEVILLE, ARK. - Just off Weddington Drive, where the hum of traffic meets the scent of fresh-fried hushpuppies, sits a Fayetteville landmark that’s been serving catfish, fixin’s and hometown hospitality for more than three decades.
The Catfish Hole has become woven into the fabric of Razorback Country, a place where fried food meets family, and every meal...
Hometown: Fordland, Mo.
County: Webster
Family Members: Parents, Josh and Jammi Glenn; Siblings, Remington, Waylon, Casen and Sarah
In Town: “I service and install water wells for Rains Pump Service out of Sparta, Mo. After hours, my buddy Austin Rains and I have started a side gig knows as ‘Load Em’ in the Dark Cattle Catching’.
“We both love to rope and we...
A Sit Down with Manager, Myra Skiles
SPRINGFIELD, MO. - Mrs. Myra Skiles has managed The Mansion at Elfindale for 45 years. She is truly a wealth of information on its history, daily operations, and the surrounding grounds located in the heart of Springfield, Missouri. It felt a bit like stepping back in time, straight to the Victorian era, when...
Location: Elkland
County: Webster
Owner: Billy Pickel
History: “Our family farm has been around for over a century. It began as a dairy operation run by our grandparents, Bill & Virgina Harry, and the generations before them. In recent years, my family and I transitioned it into a cow-calf operation, which has been growing very well. In 2021, we added automotive mechanic...
The red meat allergy hidden in the weeds
Being involved in agriculture puts farmers and ranchers outside in a multitude of environments. From the barn...
Caring for pigs in winter comes with its challenges and responsibility
Preparing livestock for winter comes with challenges, and raising pigs in cold weather has...
Vigilance and preparation are key to a profitable production system
Sheep farms across the region are preparing for the demanding breeding and lambing season that defines...
Helpful management practices
Some cow-calf producers are in the middle of calving season while others are getting ready to begin. No matter if you started...
High-quality photos build professionalism and attracts buyers
To stay competitive and connected, farmers are learning that a camera can be just as valuable, a modern...
How important is it to your bottom line?
Probiotics, when used consistently and correctly, have proven to enhance animal health and productivity. Research suggests there...
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