Thank you Beth. As a farmer who has practiced regenerative ag for nearly 50 years, who has tried to set an example of alternative agriculture, it is frustrating to watch iowa be ruined by narrow thinking. “But Iowa was made to grow corn,” is what my opponent said when I ran for Secretary of Agriculture in 2006. Our soil and climate can present incredible opportunities for new farmers and feed Iowans at the same time. Why can’t those in control of policy see this?
Excellent column. I heard my father's stories about 1934 (1935, 1936 and 1937 were also dry) and I hope I do not see a rerun of that year. Farmers have huge investments in equipment relating to corn and soybeans; it is hard for them to switch crops.
Good piece Beth. As a farm boy I remember the outright fear as we watched our crops drying up. Your writing brought that back. You have a gift for reaching readers where they feel.
Thank you Beth. As a farmer who has practiced regenerative ag for nearly 50 years, who has tried to set an example of alternative agriculture, it is frustrating to watch iowa be ruined by narrow thinking. “But Iowa was made to grow corn,” is what my opponent said when I ran for Secretary of Agriculture in 2006. Our soil and climate can present incredible opportunities for new farmers and feed Iowans at the same time. Why can’t those in control of policy see this?
Beth, this is so instructive. Thank you!
Excellent column. I heard my father's stories about 1934 (1935, 1936 and 1937 were also dry) and I hope I do not see a rerun of that year. Farmers have huge investments in equipment relating to corn and soybeans; it is hard for them to switch crops.
Good piece Beth. As a farm boy I remember the outright fear as we watched our crops drying up. Your writing brought that back. You have a gift for reaching readers where they feel.