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The past few days my kids have been involved in incredible learning and personal growth opportunities.

Last week’s cattle on feed report had the future’s market scared and seeing spirits apparently. What was once intended to be a risk management tool has tried to hijack the cash market and create cattle market chaos.

Before the pumpkin spice pop culture captured the spotlight and made pumpkin spice a household craze, there is actually a lot behind that spherical, orange fruit to learn about.

Today I thank all of the advisors, chaperones, sponsors, FFA staff, and volunteers that are investing in these kids and ultimately the future of agriculture!

Last week’s cattle on feed report had the future’s market scared and seeing spirits apparently. What was once intended to be a risk management tool has tried to hijack the cash market and create cattle market chaos.

The wheels in Washington DC are back to turning out some Farm Bill progress. While no one is placing bets on a finishing timeline, we are at least getting whispers of negotiations and some news of bills inching higher up the priority board.  

Because of the obvious holiday we celebrate during this month, it is also known as the month of giving thanks and that is where I like to let my head and heart reside. 

Last week’s cattle on feed report had the future’s market scared and seeing spirits apparently. What was once intended to be a risk management tool has tried to hijack the cash market and create cattle market chaos.

I feel ya parents, it is hard when Halloween falls in the middle of the work and school week. I am not immune to those challenges. No matter the stress level, don’t let the expectations overshadow the memories.

America's Hot Barn Report hosted by NAFB Award Winning Monte James brings the latest in cattle market news, interviews with industry leaders and price discovery from prolific sale barns across the USA!

There may have been a strong chill in the air requiring coveralls, extra layers, and hot cocoa to get through morning chores, but it was an absolutely glorious weekend at the Jones Ranch.  

America's Hot Barn Report hosted by NAFB Award Winning Monte James brings the latest in cattle market news, interviews with industry leaders and price discovery from prolific sale barns across the USA!

I plan on making my kids some Hocus Pocus punch this weekend! I’m giving you this recipe today so you can swing by the store and grab the ingredients.

Last week’s cattle on feed report had the future’s market scared and seeing spirits apparently. What was once intended to be a risk management tool has tried to hijack the cash market and create cattle market chaos.

No matter the outcomes of these cases, the judicial branch depends on the executive branch to enforce court decisions, which may add another layer of difficulty to creating the change that needs to happen. 

Living this far away from civilization, it becomes rather easy for me to be able to completely ignore what the rest of society is doing, and sometimes that includes holidays and celebrations. More often than not, I am the mom scrambling to pull something together for a class party or even for a mild holiday celebration here at home.

America's Hot Barn Report hosted by NAFB Award Winning Monte James brings the latest in cattle market news, interviews with industry leaders and price discovery from prolific sale barns across the USA!

A neighboring young man, in our 4-H club, had a beautiful assortment of chickens he had raised to choose his 4-H show chickens from. They were close to home, and I am a sucker for supporting a 4-H kid with a project they are passionate about.

America's Hot Barn Report hosted by NAFB Award Winning Monte James brings the latest in cattle market news, interviews with industry leaders and price discovery from prolific sale barns across the USA!

On our way back from Kansas City this weekend, I knew that there was a hidden gem not far off our path that I had to share with my girls at Nebraska City. The fall colors were vibrant, the small town feeling was quant, and I am so thankful that there are still people in this world tending to these beautiful apple orchards. 

America's Hot Barn Report hosted by NAFB Award Winning Monte James brings the latest in cattle market news, interviews with industry leaders and price discovery from prolific sale barns across the USA!

I was surrounded by people who have invested in the next generation of the cattle industry and youth that have such passion in their bellies for this industry. I left inspired!

America's Hot Barn Report hosted by NAFB Award Winning Monte James brings the latest in cattle market news, interviews with industry leaders and price discovery from prolific sale barns across the USA!

The U.S. Department of Justice recently filed an antitrust lawsuit against data company Agri Stats!

It is the fruit of the fall and I highly recommend using it in the recipe that I shared yesterday, Apple Oatmeal Cookies. Did you miss it? Well, you can find it on the Your Ag Network App or Website. But, in the meantime, let’s learn some more about apples, today on Fun, Fact Friday!