Agriculture and mental health haven't always gone together very well...but thanks to wonderful people like Jason Medows, they are starting to hold hands better than they ever have before.  Our guest for episode 10, Jason Medows, has a passion for talking about mental health in agriculture and ending the stigma around it.  Tune into hear our conversation about mental health in agriculture, what to do if you are struggling, and what we can do to ensure we get through the Coronavirus pandemic.  This is a GREAT episode that you don't want to miss! Push play today!

Here at The Farm Story, we are firm believers that we go farther TOGETHER. In this episode, we talk about community in the agricultural industry from several different angles. We believe it is one of the most important things we have ALWAYS, but especially in times like these where we might feel more alone than normal.  We will get through this pandemic and whatever comes after it TOGETHER!

During these uncertain times of the Coronavirus pandemic, we can cling to the fact that agriculture is an essential industry. Listen to Caroline's thoughts on COVID-19 and how agriculture holds the whole world together in times like these.

She lost over 100 lbs in the last year, but she found her voice along the way.  Today on the podcast we have a very special guest, Kiah Twisselman. Kiah is an extraordinary advocate for agriculture, the beef industry, and for taking charge of your life. In this episode, we hear about her weight loss journey, how she found her voice and uses that to advocate for agriculture, and how we can use our unique talents to find our voices. Kiah is a breath of fresh air in a crazy world, and this is an episode you won't want to miss. Push play NOW, and get ready to take notes! For show notes, visit www.tellyourfarmstory.com

The concept behind this episode is simple: this world is changed by people who get off their butts to change it. In Episode 6 of The Farm Story Podcast, we talk about the reasons why getting involved with local organizations in your community is a great way to start changing the world.  We hope you leave this episode feeling inspired to get OFF YOUR BUTT and change the world!

Some of us have maybe been here before. You've gone out on the limb, you've started the conversation about your farm or agriculture, and then the thing you were hoping WOULDN'T happen, does. They disagree with your viewpoint or opinion and they want to talk about why they're right and you're wrong. YIKES, am I right? In this episode, we discuss how to talk to consumers that don't agree with you. Whether you're in person or online, we talk through some examples and tips for navigating these tough conversations.

Do you own a blue corduroy jacket? Do you know what it means to stand by an owl, a plow, or an ear of corn? Have you ever stood in front of a crowd of people and shared your love for farming an agriculture? What about spending weeks and months out of your lives to study and practice judging chickens or cattle or horses or dairy foods (ew) JUST so that you can place higher at your next contest? Have you gotten on a bus driven by your TEACHER to go somewhere? (no, this is not Mrs. Frizzle and the Magic School Bus) What about activities like mud volleyball, camping trips, fishing, bowling, ice skating, movie/game nights, and community service projects?

Chances are…if you've done any or ALL of this stuff, you are a member of the FFA. It's the LARGEST youth organization in the United States, and we might be a little biased…but we think it is the BEST youth organization there is. This week on the podcast, we have a special guest with us.  Her name is Sydnee Mason and she is a good friend of mine and a HUGE fan of FFA. Tune in to hear her story, how her SAE project fueled her passion for agricultural education, tips for being a National Officer Candidate, and what to do if you don't have FFA at your school. Trust me, you don't want to miss this one!

One of the questions we get asked the most is "how do I build my confidence in sharing my farm story on social media?" This is a very tough question to answer because each person is very different. Everyone has different roadblocks, hesitations, and fears to overcome.  We have compiled 5 general ways that you can get over some of your fears, as well as some questions to ask yourself to figure out why you have fears and hesitations in the first place. We hope this episode helps you overcome some of your fears and inspires you to take action!

"Consumer advocacy" is a popular phrase that we hear in the agricultural industry today. We hear it over and over again, but have you really stopped to think about what it actually means? Or what a "consumer" really is? In this episode, we break down the definition of a consumer (beyond what Webster says), and the five most important reasons for telling our agricultural story.  We also talk about Harry Potter for a minute or two…so if you like wizards and magic wands, you'll really like this episode! ;) This stuff matters, you guys. It matters A LOT. Hit play and dive on in!

Welcome to The Farm Story podcast! In this episode, Caroline introduces herself and what she hopes to accomplish with the show. She explains her journey, how she came to start her business, her love for beef cattle, and more!