Nathan Helsley was called back home to the family farm
HARTVILLE, MO. - Nathan Helsley can tell you, just like the Old Testament prophets did, when you listen to the voice of God, your life will be greatly changed. After attending a Mens’ Encounter weekend in 2015, an energizing Christian gathering of men that often changes lives, Nathan who had...
Mark and Kim Huffman have been farming at Huffman Family Farms near Brookland, Ark., since 2017
BROOKLAND, ARK. - Mark Huffman was raised on a row crop and family cattle farm, and he loved the farm life and animals, as did his father. In the final years of his father’s life, Mark was able to give his father a deeply loved...
Bar E Ranch maintains a reputation with a combination of quality enterprises
HASKELL, OKLA. - Roger Erickson first figured out he wanted to be a cattle rancher when he was young. Growing up in Missouri and Oklahoma, when he was part of the 4H Club he could see he was destined to be in the cattle business.
“I never really thought...
Maranatha Farm is one of the best-kept secrets in the ozarks
KOSHKONONG, MO. - After her husband’s passing in 2019, Mary Badiny knew it would be challenging to maintain the 53 acres she had purchased with him. The property, located in Koshkonong, was a desert when they bought it. Only a few sugar maples and cedar trees dotted the land.
But...
Using diversity to raise high-quality replacements
LOCKWOOD, MO. - Trevon Ogden, 38, was raised in the world of cattle ranching. He grew up doing chores with his two brothers, and through this hard work, he discovered ranching was his passion.
“I have always enjoyed working with and taking care of animals, but as I grew older, I became extremely interested in...
Age: 14
Hometown: Buffalo, Missouri
County: Dallas County, Mo.
Parent: Kelsey Dugan, mother
Siblings: Brothers, Braxton Warner, 12 and Christian Warner, 14 and sister, Avery Dugan age 9
FFA Chapter: Buffalo, advisor, Maryann Boro
4-H Chapter: Advisor, Kristin Obley
What is your involvement in agriculture? “For me, it is totally family involvement,” Hayden explained. “I have between 120 and 130 head of registered production show cattle as well as commercial...
Hometown: Elkland
County: Webster
Family Members: Husband, Jason; Son, Chase; Daughter, Janessa
In Town: I’m the owner of Lush Skin & Beauty Center. I have been a master esthetician for ten plus years and a permanent makeup artist for four years. I specialize in waxing and permanent makeup and lashes. I love being there to help women understand their skin needs while also...
History: Veterinarian Dr. Charlie Robinson explained that the Warsaw Vet Clinic and Feed store in Benton County is actually part of a triple location veterinary clinic operation. He and fellow veterinarian Dr. Jason Wooderson and other associates also operate the Wooderson Vet Clinic in Bolivar, as well as the Buffalo Vet Clinic. The Warsaw location was started decades ago...
Offering the Indulgence of History with the Comfort of Modern Amenity
The Walnut Street Inn Bed and Breakfast has graced historic Walnut Street in downtown Springfield, Missouri for approximately 140 years. The establishment has changed hands several times during the nearly one and a half centuries it has stood. Originally, the property was owned, and the home built, by Charles...
Hometown: Adair, Okla.
Parents: Heath and Lisa Rickman
Siblings: Taylor Rickman
FFA Chapter: Adair FFA
Chapter Advisor: Mr. Delozier
What is your involvement in agriculture?
I own horses and compete in rodeos all over. I feed all of my animals, including my goats, calves and horses. I exercise my horses almost every day.
What is your favorite part of being involved in agriculture?
My favorite...
Iconic structure has seen several changes
VINITA, OKLA. - If you are driving in Oklahoma the quickest way to get someplace most times, is to use the toll roads, best known as the Turnpike. If you are traveling I-44 from the Missouri state line into Oklahoma, you will recognize and have probably made a few stops at the Vinita Travel...
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...
Arkansas farmers encouraged to diversify livestock operations
To bolster the resilience and financial stability of livestock producers, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), along with...
Photography elevates production sales
Photography is a skill that can be easily overlooked during livestock production sales, but when done correctly, it can change the...
HPAI threats prompt dairy farmers to boost biosecurity
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has continued to spread, requiring dairy farmers to strengthen their biosecurity practices in...
Chicken Sheet mobile application for farm management
Time efficiency in managing livestock and poultry operations is crucial for everyday operators by encouraging them to turn...
Demand for beef tallow skyrockets
Farmers can raise profit margins by joining the increasingly popular beef tallow trend.
An item that used to be a wasted...
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