This episode of the Cowboy Perspective, recorded live at the Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Convention in Fort Worth, Texas, features an engaging discussion with Emily Lochner and Jaclyn Roberts Parrish. Emily, the Executive Director of Education and Engagement, and Jacqueline, the Executive Director of Communications and Marketing, share their personal journeys in agriculture, backgrounds, and roles within the association. They discuss the upcoming Leadership Development Foundation and the new Working Grant Program aimed at supporting individuals entering or staying in the beef industry. The conversation highlights their experiences, challenges, and the importance of telling the story of agriculture to future generations.

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Topics

01:10 Meet Emily Lochner: A Legacy in Ranching

02:15 The Cowgirl Perspective: Balancing Ranch and Work

04:16 Jaclyn Roberts Parrish: From Policy to Peanuts

06:26 The Dairy-Beef Connection

09:51 Challenges and Future of Agriculture

14:38 Leadership Development Foundation: Supporting New Entrants

17:05 Challenges of Ranching in Rural Communities

17:23 Innovative Solutions for Land Equity

18:17 Supporting the Future of the Beef Industry

19:36 Personal Stories of Hard Work and Resilience

24:07 The Role of Women in Agriculture

28:43 The Gamble of Agriculture

31:27 Conclusion and Call to Action