That Farm Life

Ever wonder what it takes to build a business that stands the test of time? Blake Cox, third-generation owner of Cox Implement Company, reveals the remarkable journey of his family's equipment dealership and farm operation - now the oldest continuous business in Lawrence County, Arkansas.

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That Farm Life is produced by Agri Health Network in conjunction with Grounded Faith Ministries. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net.

The remarkable journey of Arkansas Secretary of Agriculture Wes Ward takes center stage in this compelling episode that bridges two seemingly different worlds – military service and agricultural leadership. Growing up in rural Lake City, Arkansas, Ward's path took him from Marine Corps boot camp in San Diego to law school and eventually to his role as one of Arkansas' most important agricultural voices.

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That Farm Life is produced by Agri Health Network in conjunction with Grounded Faith Ministries. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net.

What happens when your entire life changes in an instant? When the unthinkable occurs, forcing you to reimagine everything about your future? Cattle farmer Carey Portell knows this reality intimately, having survived a devastating collision with a drunk driver that left her permanently disabled but remarkably determined.

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That Farm Life is produced by Agri Health Network in conjunction with Grounded Faith Ministries. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net.

Faith, farming, and unexpected purpose converge in this powerful conversation with Arkansas State Representative DeAnne Vaught. Despite initially rejecting a political career, Vaught's journey changed when her teenage daughter posed a faith-challenging question: "When have you ever taught us to be Jonah and run from Nineveh?" That divine nudge launched her into becoming the first Republican elected to her seat, where she's now serving her fifth term while simultaneously managing a diverse 1,200-acre farm operation.

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That Farm Life is produced by Agri Health Network in conjunction with Grounded Faith Ministries. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net.

Stepping away from his usual solo format, Archie Mason welcomes his wife Angie to the microphone for an intimate glimpse into the realities of farm life through a woman's perspective. As the self-described "unpaid ranch manager" of their family operation, Angie shares her journey from classroom teacher to full-time cattle wrangler with candor and humor that only comes from lived experience.

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That Farm Life is produced by Agri Health Network in conjunction with Grounded Faith Ministries. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net.

The powerful connection between physical wellness and mental health takes center stage as Archie Mason welcomes Emily Shaw, the dynamic force behind Dairy Girl Fitness, to That Farm Life Podcast. Emily's remarkable journey from Pennsylvania dairy enthusiast to Florida-based fitness entrepreneur reveals how seemingly separate passions can merge into a fulfilling life mission.

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That Farm Life is produced by Agri Health Network in conjunction with Grounded Faith Ministries. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net.

Jessica Angel's story beautifully illustrates how deep agricultural roots can flourish into powerful community initiatives. Raised in tiny Cord, Arkansas—a one-stoplight town where farming forms the community's backbone—Jessica's childhood immersion in agriculture shaped her future path in unexpected ways.

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That Farm Life is produced by Agri Health Network in conjunction with Grounded Faith Ministries. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net.

Step into the dynamic world of agritourism as we chat with Cass Capen Housley from Arkansas Tech's Department of Agriculture and Tourism. This conversation goes beyond traditional farming to explore how agricultural experiences are reshaping rural economies and connecting consumers with food sources.

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That Farm Life is produced by Agri Health Network in conjunction with Grounded Faith Ministries. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net.

Kelley Lammers shares how her background in education and counseling has helped transform the culture of her family's farm through intentional leadership and weekly mental health meetings. Her journey from small-town Arkansas to the mission field in Uganda and back again offers valuable insights on creating supportive farm environments where teammates feel valued beyond their agricultural contributions.

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That Farm Life is produced by Agri Health Network in conjunction with Grounded Faith Ministries. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net.

Could the future of farming include welcoming tourists to your land? Dr. Susan West thinks so. As Associate Professor of Agriculture and Tourism at Arkansas Tech University, she's witnessing firsthand how these two powerhouse industries—ranked first and second in Arkansas's economy—are creating natural partnerships with tremendous potential.

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That Farm Life is produced by Agri Health Network in conjunction with Grounded Faith Ministries. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net.