Category Archives: Ask A Farmer

Those Hot Nebraska Summers

We had another great question come in to the blog from a reader: Q:  “When it gets really hot in Nebraska during the summertime, how do animals stay cool?” A:  Keeping animals cool is a challenge, and it depends on … Continue reading

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So, what do you do all day on the farm?

We had another great question come in to the blog from a reader: Q:  “Can you tell me about your typical day? Do you spend all day driving around in a tractor? What kind of work can you get done … Continue reading

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Why do kids learn about agriculture in school?

We had another great question come in to the blog from a reader: Q:  Why is my child learning about agriculture in school? A:  Agriculture is a vital part of today’s society. One in three jobs in Nebraska has something … Continue reading

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Where does our food travel before it gets to the store?

This week, we had another great question come in to the blog from a reader: “Where all do cattle go from the farm before we get the meat in the grocery store?” Calves born on farms and ranches across the … Continue reading

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What constitutes a “family farm”?

Here’s another question from a blog reader: Q:  “I’ve driven by a lot of farms with huge combines and tractors, and hundreds of cows. If your farm is that big, how can you call yourself a family farm? Aren’t you … Continue reading

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What do you think about kids working on the farm?

Thank you to another blog reader who submitted the following question: Q:  “I’ve heard of kids working on the farm when they’re really young. Don’t you think it’s dangerous and inappropriate for such young children to be around big equipment?” … Continue reading

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Farmers Feeding the World, our Communities

Q:  “You talk about how many people one farmer feeds and that you have the job of feeding the world. Well, what about all the people right here in the U.S. that worry about where their next meal will come … Continue reading

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Conventional vs. Organic: Your Answer from a Real Farmer

We had another great question come in to the blog from a reader: “What’s the real difference between conventional and organic? I’ve been buying organic produce – is it really better than the cheaper non-organic? Is it the same with … Continue reading

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You Ask, We Answer

Thank you to one of our blog readers for being the first to submit a question! Here’s what came in to the comments section: Question:  “I’m concerned whether the food I feed my children is safe or not. I’ve heard … Continue reading

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Real Farmers with Real Answers

No question is a bad question when it comes to finding out more about the food your family is eating. So here’s your chance to ask a question and hear back from a REAL farmer with a REAL answer! Ask … Continue reading

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