It’s lights, camera, action for America’s farmers and ranchers – whether they auditioned or not. Films are popping up on the big (and small) screen, putting animal agriculture under increased scrutiny. These films often claim they are “shedding light” on the agriculture industry, but they usually leave out the true story.
It took a year or so of college for me to figure this out, but my voice is necessary and welcome in this industry.
Realizing that even my peers did not understand much about agriculture, I became interested in telling my farming story.
Attending the 2017 Stakeholders Summit was an incredible experience and I am so thankful for having had the opportunity.
Consumer demand is powerful. It can be the champion of a company’s success or the culprit of their failure.
I feel like now is a good time to share the four greatest opportunities and learning experiences I’ve had because of this internship.
Steve Kopperud, the first president of the Animal Industry Foundation, tells the story of the first days of the now Animal Ag Alliance.
Steve Kopperud, the first president of the Animal Industry Foundation, shares how the organization got its start and his experience with the animal rights movement.
Diane Sullivan, an anti-poverty and affordable food advocate, shares her story of standing up for agriculture.
We may not all play on “Team Agriculture” but it has a huge role in our lives and we need to get behind it to ensure a successful future for it!