Kerissa, a farmer from Kansas, discusses her experiences with farming and parenting. She talks about the challenges of raising children on a farm, including sibling dynamics and the need for childcare. Kerissa also shares her insights on marketing and the impact of urbanization on rural areas. She discusses the importance of infrastructure and the availability of resources in remote locations. Additionally, Kerissa highlights the challenges of processing animals during the pandemic and the transition to a shipping model for selling products. The conversation also touches on the balance between authenticity and professionalism in farm marketing. Finally, Kerissa and the hosts discuss the struggles and joys of parenting on the farm.
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Potty Training & Motherhood with Katie Fenske with the Burnt Pancakes Podcast
Life of a Mom, Dairy Veterinarian, and Maple Syrup Farmer with Dr. Jodi Wallace
Building a Farm and Family From the Ground up with Laura Cook
Farm Finances and Parenthood with Tanner Winterhof from Farm4Profit Podcast
Flower Farming, Garlic Braids and Parenting on the Farm
First Generation Fish & Chicken Farmer, Sean Short, is on a Mission to Make Food More Accessible
Homesteading and Parenting in Maine with Brea Willette
Family Farm & Parenthood Transitions with Lexi Wright
Budgeting on the Farm with Australian guest, Carmen Quade
Swine Obstacle Courses, the Joy of Aging, and Agritourism with Jenn Colby
Ontario Farmer, Diane Bergsma is Providing a Solution for Farmers in Need of Mental Break
4-H, Advocating, and Farming Against All Odds with David Hafner
Mental Health and Agriculture in New Zealand with Kathryn Wright
The Ins and Outs of Sugar Beet Farming and Managing Multi-Family Farms with Rita Herford
The Barnyard Language Husbands Return for Their Annual Episode
Goat Farming and Feral Children with Kelli Foreman, of Kodiak Goat Dairy
Homesteading on One Acre with Natalie Green
Farming & Parenting in Manitoba with April McKean
The Canadian Dairy Industry and All Things Farm Parenting with Andrew Campbell
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