Pioneering Agricultural Journey:From South Dakota Angus Ranching to Florida Grass-Fed Cattle FarmingWagons East! I bet my and my husband’s ancestors never thought that all the sacrifices that they made to move their families West to homestead in new lands and to farm...

Discovering Serenity:The Magic and Medicinal History ofIf you ever get the chance to visit the Pacific Northwest in the summer you must take a trip to the lavender fields. The wind carries the scent of lavender and it fills your car before you’ve even reached the...

Florida Cattle Industry:A Rich History from Spanish Roots to Modern RanchingThe Florida cattle industry has a rich history, beginning with the arrival of Spanish explorers in the early 16th century. In 1521, Ponce de León introduced cattle to Florida, laying the...

Selective Breeding in Honeybees:Enhancing Hive Health and ProductivityFigure 1: Cordovan queen – a recessive phenotype in Apis mellifera L. that turns the black color of the bee to a red/brown color. Pc: L. CuttsThroughout our blogs together you will find that a...

Preserving the Past:My Journey with Homemade Sourdough Starter in TennesseeI moved up to Tennessee after retirement, I got the urge to bake bread. I started making all kinds of yeast bread and it was glorious. My house smelled like a small town bake shop.  Then one...

Building a Relationship with Your Food: Understanding and Trusting the Journey from Farm to TableHow do I build a better understanding of farming? Who can I trust to teach me about agriculture? How can I build a relationship with my food? Which farmers are farming the...

Experiencing the Son's Light: A Spiritual Reflection on the EclipseRecently, we Americans witnessed an amazing phenomenon: a total eclipse of the sun. For those in the path of totality, this must have been one of those events that will forever be etched in the mind's...

Discover the excitement of March as we celebrate livestock judging successes, leadership conferences, and the unforgettable Suwannee Valley Youth Livestock Show and Sale. Dive into the rewarding journey of coaching the Suwannee County 4-H Livestock Judging Team and the incredible growth of our talented youth members. Learn about our inspiring trip to the American Young Farmer and Rancher Leadership Conference in Omaha, NE, and the insightful sessions that guide our agricultural interests. Experience the Florida Cattlewomen Quarterly and the thrill of FAIR WEEK, where young exhibitors showcase their skills and dedication. Join us in this AG-venturous journey of learning, education, and advocacy for the industry we love.

Empowering Future Generations:The Timeless Importance of Food and AgricultureThey say, ‘knowledge is power’, and I suppose that’s true. Equally true would be the sentiment that ‘food is power’. One thing I know that each and every human being on this planet has in...

Unlocking the Buzz:Why Honeybee Education is Vital for Our Environment and Future GenerationsHoneybee education is of utmost importance in today's world and to my family. These tiny creatures play a crucial role in pollination, which is essential for the growth  and...