There is a pretty little stream defining the exact bottom of the valley in which I’m currently grazing my cattle. As is the case in much of our region, the water is running away from old strip mining operations which ceased decades ago.
Read MoreWe must conclude that the leadership role is not on the shoulders of the biggest, badddest tough guy.
It’s usually his old mom in charge.
Read MoreI’m contentedly stuffed. We ate well today; all the family favorites were represented in abundant quantities and seconds were verbally refused but physically loaded on to waiting plates.
Read MoreI've been talking with a few people who are getting cabin fever. The winter hasn't been too bad thus far, but early evenings and a lack of activities are really starting to be a drag for everyone who enjoys an active lifestyle.
Take hope, friends, because we're hosting a farm tour that will engage your mind, increase your network of local food fanatics, and get you outside!
Read MoreA good method to stir up gatherings lacking edifying conversation is to casually drop the comment that eating beef is a good thing for our environment. Before you utter the words, though, make sure you’ve located the exit. The mob will attack.
Read MoreMaybe the world could use a little less scientific convenience and a little more meaningful work.
Read MoreOur culture is so far removed from food that people can see livestock handling in front of their nose and not recognize it.
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