Ode to “Whirley”
"As many can identify, it has led a full life of adventures, not just holding coffee".
What’s the Next Right Thing?
"It’s for our next generations that we do what we do. It’s our why! It’s the most powerful tool or incentive for the future we have---If we choose to use it!
National Grazing Tour rolls through the Green Mountains
Burlington, VT—Did someone say cheese? Whether you arrive in Vermont sporting a cowboy hat or ball cap, cheese of the dairy kind or the photography verb are part of any tour to the pastures of the Green Mountain state. And it’s better if it ain’t raining! Farmers, ranchers, educators, service providers and Vermont host farms …
Regenerative Didn’t Taste Very Good
"It keeps happening, especially to me, the contrary farmer-----that words don’t equate to actions."
Waterville Students get Hands-on with Conservation
Waterville, N.Y. —- Ben Franklin said, “Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn”. Involvement with natural systems is a hallmark of folks working in local conservation efforts. And so is sharing hands-on learning with the next generation of conservationists. Education is as close as one’s eyes, …
Choosing to Farm Podcast Guest
I had an opportunity to chat with friend and up-and-coming podcaster, Jenn Colby on her Choosing to Farm Podcast. Give it listen and support her on her journey. Thanks GW https://www.choosingtofarm.com/troy-bishopp-part-1-from-guinea-pig-to-linger-grazing/ https://www.choosingtofarm.com/troy-bishopp-part-2-taking-risks-and-being-realistic/
Bored Cows versus Real Cows
Truth is, though, it’s hard to scratch a microflora behind the ears and witness how ruminant agriculture and farmers partner to feed the majority of America from land and not vats.
New York City Mayor’s Beef with Cows
New York City's Mayor, Eric Adams a nutritionist for 8.4 million citizens? Bullshit. . .
The “Ick” of Chicken on the Menu
Are farmers going to be diminished to producing cells?
Happiness and Health are Just a Hill Away
"According to health experts, the benefits of sliding down hill uses well over 400 calories per hour."