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Mini Mosaic Acre

Purebred Jersey and Minature Jersey Cattle are the right fit for their farm KOSHKONONG, MO. - Becky Bradley and her husband, Aaron, are high school sweethearts, both born and raised in Missouri. They started their farm, Mini Mosaic Acre, on less than two acres and a dream.  With hard work, that dream blossomed into a 27-acre operation, providing dairy products from...

Finding Their Groove

Hackberry Farm use wool to make various products and sell it locally as yarn CUSHMAN, ARK. - Jessica Hogue had always been around animals of some kind, so it should surprise no one that she and her husband, Adam Hogue, are now farmers with up to 24 animals at a time. What might surprise some, however, is that they raise...

Striving for Success

Parmley Cattle Company builds on their foundation for the future WYANDOTTE, OKLA. - Jeff Parmley, 52, was immersed in the world of cattle farming from a young age. Raised by parents who were both lifelong cattlemen, Parmley grew up working on their operation, Parmley Simmental and Angus, which was established in 1972. This early exposure to the agricultural life formed...

Sustainability is the Heart of the 2S Angus Operation

Taking pride in being innovative in their genetic line and breeding programs SENECA, MO. - “2S Angus carries a drive with a vision to continuously move forward with superior genetics to achieve Elite Seed Stock Cattle to carry the 2S Angus name.” That’s the statement Juston Mitchell wrote on his website and commits to his operation in Seneca, Missouri – a...

Generations of Diversity

Smith Farms has seen many changes over the generations BUTLER, MO. - Since 1856 Jim Smith’s family have been in the same location. From the time they arrived in what is now Butler, Missouri and began homesteading, they have been living and working on the same parcels of land. “It’s changed generation by generation. My parents row-cropped and had hogs and...

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Eastburn Veterinary Service

Location: Phillipsburg, Mo. Owner: Dr. Clinton Eastburn History: Dr. Clinton Eastburn grew up in Phillipsburg on his parents’ small cattle operation.  After graduating from Conway High School and the University of Missouri’s Veterinary School in 2016, he returned to Phillipsburg. “I met my wife, Nicole in vet school. She worked in Springfield for four or five years and I worked in Buffalo before...

Doling Park

A Rich History, a Present Gift, and a Future Legacy SPRINGFIELD, MO. - Doling became a park in 1883, making it 162 years old. However, it dates back several years prior to that time. The land on which the park now resides was originally homesteaded by Alexander Giboney, for which the still-remaining Giboney Cave, was named. The cave provided ample...

Zoe Gurley

Hometown: Sarcoxie     County: Lawrence Parents: Minnie Roberts 4-H Club: Avilla 4-H       Club Leader: Sarah Wallace-Calvin What is your involvement in agriculture? My family runs a cow/calf operation and I’m involved in tasks like feeding and caring for the cattle and helping with general farm maintenance. I’ve learned a lot about animal care and the hard work that goes into raising...

Lauren Hughes

Hometown: Hartville, Missouri County: Wright County Family: Husband, Justin Hughes; sons, Cooper, age 15 and Kale, age 12; sister, Kristin Williams In Town:  “I’ve always loved flowers and gardens. My sister, Kristin Williams and I grew up playing in our granny’s garden and I guess you could say, our shop, our interest in running The Flower Village grew out of that.” Lauren and Kristin do...

Old Riverton Store

Embracing the Past with a Touch of the Future RIVERTON, KAN. - Leo and Lora Williams built the general store, which opened on March 20, 1925, making this historic business a modern-day centennial treasure. Scott Nelson, current owner of The Old Riverton Store in Riverton, Kansas, acquired ownership in 2010 from his Aunt and Uncle Eisler, who have owned and managed...

Taylor Rickman

Hometown: Adair, Okla. Parents: Heath and Lisa Rickman Siblings: Bailey Rickman FFA Chapter: Adair FFA Chapter Advisor: Mr. Delozier What is your involvement in agriculture? I live on a ranch with horses, cattle and goats. I participate in rodeo and horse judging. On our ranch I feed animals, clean stall, groom then and as for the cattle, sell and eat them. I have been involved in agriculture since I was...

Managing Cow-Calf Pairs on Fescue Pastures

Maintaining healthy, productive herds Fescue pastures are a staple in many cattle operations, but without proper management, they can present significant health challenges for cow-calf...

Developing a Well-Balanced Feeding Program

Transitioning cattle from spring to summer feeding programs requires planning As the seasons change and temperatures rise, it is important to help cattle transition into...

Skin Health for Farmers

Every day farmers are in contact with agents that may damage skin. Farmers are often exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light, chemicals, or diseases passed...

Beating the Summer Heat

Summer is just around the corner, and we have already had a few days of above average temperatures. Knowing the signs and symptoms and...

Beyond The Adjustment

Many patients who incorporate chiropractic care into their wellness routine report not only faster relief from current symptoms but fewer recurring infections over time! With...

Sustainable Cattle Production

Regenerative Agriculture in Cattle Operations Regenerative agriculture is transforming cattle farming by prioritizing sustainability and soil health. Farmers are increasingly adopting grazing and diverse planting...