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“My Grandpa made the first press that we used here, but it’s too old to use now. A friend of mine put these two presses together from a kit. We are making 150 gallons of cider today which comes from 6 pallet boxes of apples. We use about 7 gallons of apples to make 1 gallon of cider. It depends on the kind and size of the apples, this year it is a mixture of Honey Crisp and Golden Delicious. I have been making cider since I was a little kid when I used to help my Grandpa. The pulp is given back to the guy who grew the apples and he uses it for animal feed. One thing people should know is that the cider is unpasteurized, but you are more likely to be hit by lightning than die from unpasteurized cider.”

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I am in second grade and I am seven years old. 
I like JoJo Siwa, she is my cat. Named after the singer JoJo Siwa.
I like to watch the cat jump in my dad’s truck and he gets mad.
I like to play with Ruby, my Grandma’s piggy.
I like to go in the pasture with the cows.
I like to feed the chickens and get their eggs.
I like to ride my horse.
I like to feed the cats.
I like do math in school.
I like to do PE in school.
I like to climb trees at my house.
I like to sing songs.
And that’s all. 

#agriculture

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(5 of 5)

“In my mind, no word has portrayed or explained 2020 better than “DIVISION”. Americans have been bitterly divided over tradition, faith, morals, and the rights of people of color, women, the poor, immigrants, and other groups. And, of course, we are divided between political parties.

2021 is a chance to be the neighbors we haven’t been before. No industry knows how to neighbor better than the Ag industry. Farmers and ranchers have helped each other thrive for decades. I challenge you to get to know your neighbors, be friendly, extend a helping hand. It’s our job to teach this and be examples of compassion and logic for the whole country. Be a nice guy and treat people the way you want to be treated. Make the best out of your new year and take time to check on your neighbors.”

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“We care for our herds our families and our relationships. But how do people, especially men care for themselves, their minds and their bodies? As a man in the working class or working force, I’ve shoveled dirt, driven trucks, fixed cars, and have been exposed to the world and all of its elements at a very young age. It has become apparent to me that it is more and more important every year to take time to focus on my soul, mind and body. I cultivated the lie in my head that emotion equaled weakness. But this always isn’t about if we cry regularly or not, this is about paying attention to body and mind. This is especially true for young men because you have time to pay attention to your knees, shoulders and backs and how you use and abuse them. Secondly, pay attention to your time; it goes by faster than we could ever really think. One day you’re running wild working 24/7 next you're married, have a mortgage, and a life you wouldn’t change for anything. Thirdly, pay attention to how you treat people. I never paid attention to this and some of my habits take serious personal reflection to change. Men, we all need to take these things seriously, work isn’t everything and it doesn’t need to be everything to be successful. Keep a clear mind, an intact body and an open soul, one that is open to change and personal evaluation.”

#agriculture

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 “The first time in my life, someone didn’t accept me, it was hard. I was young and there was a lot going on in my life. When you are a 19-year-old guy, there is a lot going on. Not getting to know someone, and judging them is just not something I want to do or have someone do it to me. In this day in age with everyone being at each other’s throats and this side going to war with that side, I think this is an important lesson. There is someone that I’ve hated and had trauma against for over 3 years. We had the chance to both sit-down and talk to each other and laugh and remember the stuff we put each other through and explain to each other what those things meant to us and what they did to us and it was the most freeing experience I’ve had in 3 long years. We all need to remember that we all have the chance to be better people every day and to right the wrongs we’ve done. The freedom won’t come fast and it won’t come easy. Through growth and faith, it’s possible. Be good to each other. Reconcile your problems.” 

#agriculture

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“Life is about the work we do. Which in some “fields” consumes our life entirely but why do we do the work. This year alone I traveled clear across the country to chase iron, a paycheck and my own dreams. I’ve been to Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky Illinois, Iowa, South Dakota, Montana, Idaho and back home, also been through Oregon, Nevada and Arizona on other trips. And one thing has held true through every state, it was all Americans from every walk of life building their own dream. That’s what our country has promised us all, it's promised an opportunity for everyone equally. My primary job function isn’t traveling particularly but it's one thing I have to do for my own white picket fence on a plot of land dream. Long story short make every load every swather pass and even every burger you flip at the local McDonald’s count toward your own dream. The thing about dreams is you do have to get out of bed to make the good ones happen.” 

#agriculture

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“I’ve been preparing for home isolation all my life but apparently now is not when I get to exercise all of my training because I’m an “essential employee”. Twenty-four years of preparation down the drain. I went to automotive school, got my CDL too. I am a mechanic and a hand. I work at just about any job that comes my way. Pay very close attention to the people that still work through all this and continue to make our society run the way it does… the truckers, lineman, even the kid stocking the shelves at Walmart, these are the people that make the difference every day for our country. One of the things that bring me joy is to see people I knew growing up, going into trades, seeing young welders, mechanics, operators, technicians, linemen, etc., gives me hope.”

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“I am five years old, almost six. Today I am riding on the inner tube in the snow. It wasn’t cold at all and it wasn’t scary at all. I am tough because I wrestle with my sisters and brother.”

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“I asked Santa for a pony every year, and I didn’t think I would ever get one. Her name is Peanut Butter and she is 13 years old, she is older than me. On Christmas morning we opened all our presents and then we went out to do chores. My Dad told me to go fill up the water trough and there she was tied up to the fence. I was super excited. She is now my favorite horse. She doesn’t like her face touched very often and she is hard to catch. She was in a pasture for a long time and she just isn’t used to people. For now I just lead her around and take her for walks. I took her as far as the mailbox that was a mile away and back. I have braided her hair. Come springtime I will start getting on her and get her used to me riding her. She is very special and I love her so much.”

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    “I have been in FFA for two years. I have been showing pigs for three years and last year I got Grand Champion at the Grant County Fair and Reserve Champion at the Adams County Fair. This year we are breeding our own pigs. I’m not sure how many piglets we had between the two litters, they just farrowed last night. Back in my freshman year, I placed in districts in Creed Speaking and got to go to state. FFA has definitely taught me how to be a speaker and leader. I hope to get a job and use those skills. My plan is to go to WSU and study…

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    “FFA is so much more than stock shows and contests. Agriculture Education was my first real exposure to the agricultural industry. I was able to take what I learned in the classroom and apply it to the real world, which is not the case for other education models. This year I have been able to serve the Washington FFA Association as a state officer. This opportunity has allowed me to travel the country learning and teaching others about agriculture, leadership and career readiness. While I could probably write a novel of all the lessons I have learned over the past several years in the blue jacket, the biggest thing that…

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    “I’m proud to be a fourth generation FFA member. I have been involved in the FFA program for 6 years now and I’ve had the privilege to compete in numerous CDEs; such as Livestock Judging, FBM, and Ag Sales. I’ve also been able to attend the National FFA Convention where I competed in Agronomy and our team placed 12th in the nation. All these competitions have given me skills that I will need for the rest of my life. As a senior, I am currently serving as Lind Ritzville’s FFA president and the District 9 FFA Treasurer. I have been exhibiting market steers at county fairs since I was 9.…

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    “I’m the sentinel of the Prosser FFA chapter, this year I’m a sophomore at Prosser High school! This is my second year in FFA and I’m falling in love with agriculture more and more every day! It has taught me so much about being who I am and putting my all in everything I do! Last year I had the privilege of attending the National FFA convention representing Washington in competing for Novice Parliamentary Procedure in which we placed 3rd! I joined FFA thanks to my older brother paving the path for me as well as showing me the joy of rising and showing cattle! I have come to fall in…

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    “I have been an FFA member the past 5 years. I am currently the Vice- President of the Lind-Ritzville FFA Chapter and previously was the Sentinel the year before. I have been to state convention in sales and knowledge bowl. Every year that I have been an FFA member I compete in livestock judging also. One of the biggest parts of FFA for me is showing cattle in an FFA jacket. I have been showing cattle for as long as I can remember and continue to still show cattle. I do jackpots year round and then when it comes to fair time I get to do what I love in…

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    “I’ve said before, “If you could lead it, I showed it…” It was the natural progression of things to grow from a 4-H kid to an FFA kid.   One season at the Grant County fair I showed two different species; one for 4-H and one for FFA. I loved to show partially because I love animals and partially because I am crazy competitive.  My sister and I spent a lot of time with our animals teaching them what they needed to know and grooming them. That season I showed a black, Suffolk lamb in FFA and, ironically, a Charolais Heifer in the 4-H Beef show- nothing like bucking the…

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     “This is my first year in FFA; I am a part of novice parli, which is a group for only freshmen. I am learning about agriculture responsibility, which any FFA member should possess. I like learning about animals more than anything. Right now I show sheep during the fair. I believe FFA will teach me leadership and public speaking. I enjoy doing a lot of fun things with my friends in FFA and I look forward to the next few years.” Behind the scenes with agri.CULTURE … @patreon.com/agriculturepeople

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    “I’m a senior at Kiona-Benton high school, and this is my second year as the chapter president. I joined FFA my freshman year, and since then my passion for agriculture and the FFA grows more each day. I love getting the opportunity to lead through the organization, and I definitely feel as if being in FFA has taught me to be a better leader. Throughout my four years in FFA, I’ve participated in multiple CDE’s, parliamentary procedure being my favorite, and I also show pigs! Working with animals has always been something I love to do, as well as working with others. My favorite line of the FFA motto is…

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    “I am a freshman and part of the novice parli team. There are seven of us and we learn how to run a meeting, like opening a meeting and the proper procedures. We all have separate responsibilities and we learn how to work together. I also show sheep and chickens. Last year I won the Round Robin showing my chicken.  Most people don’t know how to show a chicken, but basically you set them on a table and you have to set them up. You have to work with the chicken all year to get them tame and used to people. I have to answer a range of poultry related…

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    “I am a freshman; this is my third year in FFA. I have been able to go to the state horse judging contest and also some livestock judging. I have been to leadership conferences too. This year I will be able to show my pig at the fair for the first time in FFA. The last few years I have been showing pigs as a 4-H member. My summers are busy; I also participate in junior rodeos. I love my horse! I am break-away roping, running barrels, and poles and last year I placed 2nd in Washington State in Goat tying.” Behind the scenes with agri.CULTURE … @patreon.com/agriculturepeople

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About Me

I grew up in the city. I had siblings and a dog and rode my bicycle on the street. I did get a horse when I was a teen, but he was pastured somewhere else. My love for horses, kept me connected to the country lifestyle and I hung out with country kids. I didn’t understand why they had to change water instead of go to a movie or get out of school to move cows. I was one of those people who would get behind a slow moving piece of farm machinery on the road and complain about how I was held-up. I did know about growing my own food because after all I had a garden and I went to the grocery store for whatever else I needed.

I was 40, I had no clue what I was getting into when I fell in love and married my farmer. I thought it would be a dream come true to live in the country and have my horse at my own house from now on. Well… Having a farm is like having a two year old for the rest of your life… you have to watch it all the time and get a babysitter if you want to go somewhere.

I found out first-hand the hard work and honest sweat that comes with the culture of this rural lifestyle. We raised our kids here, we put up 400 acres of hay and we run a cow/calf operation. We marvel at the gorgeous sunsets, are closer to nature and feel good about being a part of something bigger than ourselves. We get to help feed the world!

I wanted to do my part as an advocate for agriculture. I knew I could help bridge the gap between urban and rural folks; after all I have been both. I knew what they didn’t know. Two questions drive a simmering idea more than any others: What if? And Why not?

What if I took pictures of the people who live on ranches and farms, working their own way, in their own place, in the world of agriculture? Why not show the rest of the world what is true and real about the culture of this rural lifestyle? I mean, making a difference in the world can be as simple as sharing the way you view it, right? So, on April 23, 2016, I started agri.CULTURE to share the stories of the people of agriculture. Who better to sell the stories than the farmer’s and rancher’s themselves. I have visited with Moms trying to raise farm kids and Dads trying to make ends meet. I have shared stories of FFA members, the Hutterian Colony and people who work in the food industry. I have interviewed men, women, kids, hired men and bosses. It can be refreshing, fun, humorous, sad, inspiring, motivational, or a combination of it all. Facts will never move the human heart like storytelling can. So I will continue to share the stories of the hard-working people in agri.CULTURE.

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“My Grandpa made the first press that we used here, but it’s too old to use now. A friend of mine put these two presses together from a kit. We are making 150 gallons of cider today which comes from 6 pallet boxes of apples. We use about 7 gallons of apples to make 1 gallon of cider. It depends on the kind and size of the apples, this year it is a mixture of Honey Crisp and Golden Delicious. I have been making cider since I was a little kid when I used to help my Grandpa. The pulp is given back to the guy who grew the apples and he uses it for animal feed. One thing people should know is that the cider is unpasteurized, but you are more likely to be hit by lightning than die from unpasteurized cider.”

#agriculture

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I am in second grade and I am seven years old. 
I like JoJo Siwa, she is my cat. Named after the singer JoJo Siwa.
I like to watch the cat jump in my dad’s truck and he gets mad.
I like to play with Ruby, my Grandma’s piggy.
I like to go in the pasture with the cows.
I like to feed the chickens and get their eggs.
I like to ride my horse.
I like to feed the cats.
I like do math in school.
I like to do PE in school.
I like to climb trees at my house.
I like to sing songs.
And that’s all. 

#agriculture

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(5 of 5)

“In my mind, no word has portrayed or explained 2020 better than “DIVISION”. Americans have been bitterly divided over tradition, faith, morals, and the rights of people of color, women, the poor, immigrants, and other groups. And, of course, we are divided between political parties.

2021 is a chance to be the neighbors we haven’t been before. No industry knows how to neighbor better than the Ag industry. Farmers and ranchers have helped each other thrive for decades. I challenge you to get to know your neighbors, be friendly, extend a helping hand. It’s our job to teach this and be examples of compassion and logic for the whole country. Be a nice guy and treat people the way you want to be treated. Make the best out of your new year and take time to check on your neighbors.”

#agriculture

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(4 of 5)

“We care for our herds our families and our relationships. But how do people, especially men care for themselves, their minds and their bodies? As a man in the working class or working force, I’ve shoveled dirt, driven trucks, fixed cars, and have been exposed to the world and all of its elements at a very young age. It has become apparent to me that it is more and more important every year to take time to focus on my soul, mind and body. I cultivated the lie in my head that emotion equaled weakness. But this always isn’t about if we cry regularly or not, this is about paying attention to body and mind. This is especially true for young men because you have time to pay attention to your knees, shoulders and backs and how you use and abuse them. Secondly, pay attention to your time; it goes by faster than we could ever really think. One day you’re running wild working 24/7 next you're married, have a mortgage, and a life you wouldn’t change for anything. Thirdly, pay attention to how you treat people. I never paid attention to this and some of my habits take serious personal reflection to change. Men, we all need to take these things seriously, work isn’t everything and it doesn’t need to be everything to be successful. Keep a clear mind, an intact body and an open soul, one that is open to change and personal evaluation.”

#agriculture

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 “The first time in my life, someone didn’t accept me, it was hard. I was young and there was a lot going on in my life. When you are a 19-year-old guy, there is a lot going on. Not getting to know someone, and judging them is just not something I want to do or have someone do it to me. In this day in age with everyone being at each other’s throats and this side going to war with that side, I think this is an important lesson. There is someone that I’ve hated and had trauma against for over 3 years. We had the chance to both sit-down and talk to each other and laugh and remember the stuff we put each other through and explain to each other what those things meant to us and what they did to us and it was the most freeing experience I’ve had in 3 long years. We all need to remember that we all have the chance to be better people every day and to right the wrongs we’ve done. The freedom won’t come fast and it won’t come easy. Through growth and faith, it’s possible. Be good to each other. Reconcile your problems.” 

#agriculture

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(2 of 5)

“Life is about the work we do. Which in some “fields” consumes our life entirely but why do we do the work. This year alone I traveled clear across the country to chase iron, a paycheck and my own dreams. I’ve been to Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky Illinois, Iowa, South Dakota, Montana, Idaho and back home, also been through Oregon, Nevada and Arizona on other trips. And one thing has held true through every state, it was all Americans from every walk of life building their own dream. That’s what our country has promised us all, it's promised an opportunity for everyone equally. My primary job function isn’t traveling particularly but it's one thing I have to do for my own white picket fence on a plot of land dream. Long story short make every load every swather pass and even every burger you flip at the local McDonald’s count toward your own dream. The thing about dreams is you do have to get out of bed to make the good ones happen.” 

#agriculture

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(1 of 5)

“I’ve been preparing for home isolation all my life but apparently now is not when I get to exercise all of my training because I’m an “essential employee”. Twenty-four years of preparation down the drain. I went to automotive school, got my CDL too. I am a mechanic and a hand. I work at just about any job that comes my way. Pay very close attention to the people that still work through all this and continue to make our society run the way it does… the truckers, lineman, even the kid stocking the shelves at Walmart, these are the people that make the difference every day for our country. One of the things that bring me joy is to see people I knew growing up, going into trades, seeing young welders, mechanics, operators, technicians, linemen, etc., gives me hope.”

#agriculture

Behind the scenes with agri.CULTURE ...
@patreon.com/agriculturepeople
“I am five years old, almost six. Today I am riding on the inner tube in the snow. It wasn’t cold at all and it wasn’t scary at all. I am tough because I wrestle with my sisters and brother.”

#agriculture

Behind the scenes with agri.CULTURE ...
@patreon.com/agriculturepeople
“I asked Santa for a pony every year, and I didn’t think I would ever get one. Her name is Peanut Butter and she is 13 years old, she is older than me. On Christmas morning we opened all our presents and then we went out to do chores. My Dad told me to go fill up the water trough and there she was tied up to the fence. I was super excited. She is now my favorite horse. She doesn’t like her face touched very often and she is hard to catch. She was in a pasture for a long time and she just isn’t used to people. For now I just lead her around and take her for walks. I took her as far as the mailbox that was a mile away and back. I have braided her hair. Come springtime I will start getting on her and get her used to me riding her. She is very special and I love her so much.”

#agriculture

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