Choosing to Farm: New Generation Stories

This podcast celebrates the diversity of paths into livestock agriculture, acknowledging that there are unlimited ways to achieve success. Through candid accounts of lessons learned and mistakes made, we explore common themes of what has worked and what hasn't in farming and ranching, as well as the unique origin story of each guest. Our focus is not on prescribing a formula for success, but on sharing real stories of triumphs and challenges, providing a platform for livestock farmers and ranchers to learn from one another - whether they are choosing to farm, seeking advice on how to access land, assessing whether farming is the right career choice, balancing the pros and cons of farming, or exploring regenerative grazing practices for young or first-generation graziers.

With an emphasis on recognizing that successful farm operations require personal well-being, we explore the complexities of balancing real-life farming at every scale with the human health needs at the core. By boosting the voices of new farmers and ranchers, we facilitate connections among individuals from different regions and backgrounds, nurturing a sense of community that transcends geographical boundaries. Together, we learn from our "neighbors down the road and around the world," drawing inspiration and insight from the diverse experiences of agricultural practitioners worldwide.