One of the truths about life is that every day is a new day. A new opportunity to strike out on a new path, set a new goal, or adjust your sails to reaching those goals. And if you feel like this topic is too overwhelming or can't seem to get that clarity, I encourage you to find a group of FFA students, because they really got it going on!

The Hot Barn Report is a fast paced and entertaining daily program covering the latest news and trends in the cattle industry, hosted by Monte James, a veteran rodeo announcer, radio host and industry expert! The Hot Barn Report features interviews with industry leaders, market analysts, producers and ranchers and features True Price Discovery from salebarns in Great Northern Beef Belt and across the nation.

Today we tip our hat to the American strawberry industry! Check your labels and support USA grown produce with your consumer dollar. That is the best way to keep American farmers and ranchers in business and your grocery store well stocked!

My name is Parker James, and i come from a deep line of farmers and ranchers from the Sandhills of Nebraska. I'm embarrassed to say it, but i don't know half of what i should about Ag. I've moved across the nation and decided to make learning everything i can my mission. Let me ask the questions you've always wondered, but didn't want to ask! Join me on my journey every week here on YourAgNetwork.com or check out the Greenhorn on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok!

It is an honor to sit back and watch my kids forge their own paths, pursuing their passions that are not mainstream among their peers. It’s not easy to do life differently for today’s teens, it takes courage and extreme boldness.  

But, I know where to find kids of this caliber and a representative population of them usually wear blue corduroy jackets!

Turning the streets of Lincoln from Husker Red to Blue & Gold! Welcome to our midweek check in right here on Ranch Raised! 

Today is the kickoff of the Nebraska State FFA Convention.

It just reminded me how grateful I am that these kids have this small, warm stage to step onto and safely build their public speaking skills and confidence, because it is truly a steppingstone to some many big opportunities they may have in their future!

The Hot Barn Report is a fast paced and entertaining daily program covering the latest news and trends in the cattle industry, hosted by Monte James, a veteran rodeo announcer, radio host and industry expert! The Hot Barn Report features interviews with industry leaders, market analysts, producers and ranchers and features True Price Discovery from salebarns in Great Northern Beef Belt and across the nation.

You know why everyone is so tired on April 1? Because we all just completed a 31 day March! 

Thanks for opening the month of April with me, right here on Ranch Raised!

My name is Parker James, and i come from a deep line of farmers and ranchers from the Sandhills of Nebraska. I'm embarrassed to say it, but i don't know half of what i should about Ag. I've moved across the nation and decided to make learning everything i can my mission. Let me ask the questions you've always wondered, but didn't want to ask! Join me on my journey every week here on YourAgNetwork.com or check out the Greenhorn on Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok!