by Patricia Grotenhuis, Lifelong farmer and agricultural advocate
In recent years, interest in local foods and what farming practices are being used has created a shift. Consumers are starting to seek out farmers who sell direct through farmers’ markets and on-farm stores, and farmers are spending more time connecting with consumers.
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Posted by FFC on July 22nd, 2011 :: Filed under
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by Patricia Grotenhuis, Lifelong farmer and agricultural advocate
Farmers see some strange things on their farms. Sometimes things will happen that are completely unexpected – yet absolutely beautiful reminding us, first-hand, what nature can do.
One day, while I was at university studying agricultural science, I got a call from my mom at home on our farm. The call wasn’t unusual - but the story she was about to tell me certainly was.
One day, while out checking the beef cattle, they noticed a young fawn in the same pasture as the cattle. Over the next few days, my family noticed the fawn was always within sight of the cattle – but never too close. They never saw a doe, and were wondering who was caring for this little fawn.
Bambi in the field with the cows.
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Posted by FFC on May 19th, 2011 :: Filed under
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