Farming is not for the faint of heart, so what draws people to it? The best person to answer may be Jeff Staplemann. Despite a series of challenges, Staplemann managed to meet adversity with resilience. We talk to Staplemann about turning misfo

Fighting for the future

Aug 28th, 2020 24m 29s

When Nancy Barcus initially got involved with Agriculture Future of America, or AFA, she didn’t know she would end up as its Chief Operating Officer. Now she helps drive AFA’s mission to foster young leaders and develop opportunities in food an

Leaving the farm for good

Aug 28th, 2020 22m

When his dad changed careers, it seemed the door to farming was closed for Jeremy Brown. But after exploring a variety of other fields, he realized he belonged on the farm. He didn't stop there, however. Jeremy also became an advocate for a wid

Playing the young card

Aug 24th, 2020 24m 28s

As a young farmer, Andrew Lauver faces many challenges unique to his age. Issues such as succession planning, technology and ageism are at the forefront. So how does he juggle it all — and still manage to lead his farm into the future?

Celebrities in their field

Aug 13th, 2020 24m 14s

Greg Peterson and his brothers didn't know what to expect when they created a parody of a pop song titled "I'm Farming and I Grow It." When the music video blew up on YouTube, they suddenly had to deal with fame and all its challenges. Intervie

Madam President, you're out of order

Aug 13th, 2020 23m 19s

Karolyn Zurn is a giant in the agriculture industry, but it wasn't always that way. From leaving the farm to earn another bachelor's degree to facing pressures as the first woman on agriculture boards, Zurn made her own way. Her journey has led

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