When Our Animals Get Sick and Die
When Our Animals Get Sick and Die One of the hardest things about farming is when our animals are sick. We hate it. And the only thing worst than sick animals are dead animals. We just can’t get around...
View Article“Ladies of the Land” and the World Pork Expo
“Ladies of the Land” and the World Pork Expo Friday night . . . feet are up while enjoying the warm, summer like temps and the balmy winds blowing through my windows. Just taking a bit of time...
View Article5 Things That I Could Do Without While Mowing The Lawn
We divide labor on our farm. One of my “labor” duties is to mow the lawn. The “lawn” includes not only the grass around my house and backyard, but also what grows (which is mostly weeds) around the...
View ArticleWhat The EPA Doesn’t Want You To Know About WOTUS
EPA’s attempt to precisely define what is considered the waters of the United States (WOTUS) in the Clean Water Act resulted in clear government overreach. Initially, the EPA published proposed changes...
View ArticleThe Kitchen Window, Mines, Logs, Ships and Vietnam
So you are probably looking at the title of this blog post and are wondering what do all these words, The Kitchen Window, Mines, Logs, Ships and Vietnam have in common? Not much other than “all things...
View ArticleThe Truth About ‘Big Ag’
Big Ag. Lately, Big Ag has been in the headlines and after reading about what was said about Big Ag, I soon realized facts were dismissed. It’s unfortunate because how are readers to receive the truth?...
View ArticleDear Chipotle, What Do You Have Against U.S. Pig Farmers?
The following is a guest blog post written by Lori Stevermer, Minnesota Pork Producer Council President. I read your recent announcement on your new supplier of pork for your carnitas and I couldn’t...
View ArticleMFL Giveaway – Pigs, The Inventor of Bacon T-Shirt and Seasoning
Pigs, the Inventors of Bacon Minnesota Farm Living is celebrating the new blog layout/design! And not only that, it’s midsummer and it’s just a good time to have a giveaway. From now until the end of...
View ArticleAgvocacy through Baseball and “Big City” Foodies
Some days I am amazed at the life I have. Last week was a perfect example of what I am talking about. It started with an evening at the Butcher and the Boar Restaurant in Minneapolis and an event...
View ArticleStand Firm and Hold Onto the (Church) Traditions You Were Taught
Zion Lutheran Church Celebration Stand Firm and Hold Onto the Traditions That You Were Taught. Our church celebrated it’s 125th anniversary this past weekend. Even though I have only been a member for...
View Article10 Things I Learned About Kitchen Remodeling
Kitchen Remodeling I live in a farm home that was built in the early 1900’s. So, yes, we have done quite a bit of remodeling over the years. But I don’t think there is anything worst than kitchen...
View ArticleA Must Do List for the Minnesota State Fair- “Ag Style”
Minnesota State Fair Who doesn’t love fairs? The food . . . the entertainment . . . the exhibits. I have a hard time deciding what I like best. My county fair does a fantastic job, but it has nothing...
View ArticleHarvest Meals – Pulled Pork Single Serve Portions
Full credit for the following harvest meal idea to Alexis Klassen. Wanted to share something I’ve been doing for many years each fall pre-harvest. Cook a large roast (pork or beef, flavor as desired...
View ArticleHarvest Meal – Freezer Meatballs
Thanks to Alexis Klassen for the recipe: Harvest Freezer Meatballs 3lbs lean ground beef, thawed if previously frozen 1lb ground pork or ground pork sausage, thawed if previously frozen 4 eggs, lightly...
View ArticleSloppy Joes or BBQ’s
It seems everyone has a different recipe for BBQ’s. This is the recipe I have used since I married over 35 years ago. It was a recipe that was passed down by my MIL. Sloppy Joes 2# ground beef 1/4 cup...
View ArticleA “Behind the Scenes” Look at Hormel Foods
Hormel Foods Tour A few weeks ago, I was thrilled to check off an item on my bucket list! Through a lot of “bugging” of Hormel Foods personnel, I finally got a tour of the Hormel plant in Austin, MN....
View Article9 Ways to Regain the “Spark” as an Empty Nester on the Farm
Empty Nest syndrome seems to take center stage this time of year. Kids are heading off to school and new college graduates are starting their first job. And for many of us, kids are leaving home....
View ArticlePraline-Apple Bread
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View ArticleGotta Pork Question? Ask a Pig Farmer!
There is no question consumers want to know more about where their food comes from. But who do they ask? When it comes to pigs and pork, the pig farmers who take care of their animals every day are...
View Article30 Days of Minnesota Ag
Thank you for your participation in my November blog challenge – 30 Days of Minnesota Ag! Please return this back to me as soon as possible along with 2-3 pictures. Thanks! Please fill out the...
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