Growing in Agriculture
From RoKaJo Farms to the Conway FFA, Mary Ann Keck is devoted to agriculture
MARSHFIELD, MO. - Mary Anne Keck has been an agriculture teacher...
Doing the Research
A desire to raise sheep leads teen to find a breed that works for his family’s farm
GROVESPRING, MO. - Before Jeremiah Ponds delves into...
Striving for Perfection
Gary Pearson has developed efficient methods of herd and flock management
NOEL, MO. - Gary Pearson, owner of GMP Farm, grew up in Santa Barbara,...
Multiple Operations in One
Sheep, cattle, pigs and more on the Rumfelt farms
CONWAY, MO. - David and Laura Rumfelt of Conway, Mo., manage two farms in Laclede and...
Starting a Farm
Travis and Chrissy Linden are working to grow and improve at Freedom Farms
ROBY, MO. - Illinois natives Travis and Chrissy Linden were brought to...
Specialty Processing
Scott and Sheila Long specialize in processing organically-raised animals, as well as USDA-inspected cuts
CABOOL, MO. - Five years prior to his retirement as the Cabool High...
Helping Producers Improve
Despite not growing up on a farm, Elizabeth Picking knew she wanted to work with livestock
WEST PLAINS, MO. - Helping farmers improve their livestock...
Changing the Family Farm
Changes in the economy prompts family to diversify its operation for future generations
BLAND, MO. - Raising shrimp was the best option Simon Rademacher found...
Switching Directions
Once she became a mother, Amy Sauerwein’s goals changed and led her to a rural way of life
PINEVILLE, MO. - What happens when a...
A Good Balance
Erin Thompson and her family have a busy farm life, as well as other business ventures
MOUNTAIN GROVE, MO. - Erin Thompson and her husband,...