Finding the Faces of Farming and Ranching

Finding the Faces of Farming and Ranching

I’m KayDee Gilkey with the Northwest Farm and Ranch Report.

Too often those of us in agriculture, tend to preach to the choir rather than sharing our positive stories of agriculture with the public.

The U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance are looking for four to five farmers and ranchers with a passion for telling their story to help put a real face on agriculture and shine a light on the heart, personalities and values that are behind today’s food.

The US Farmers and Ranchers Alliance Vice Chairman Bart Schott shares what they are looking for in prospective candidates.

Schott: “Folks that really have a heart and a passion for what they are doing in ag; whether it be crop production, or let’s say livestock even if there is a vegetable farmer out there that is really dedicated to what they are doing and are also using social media right now. So if you’ve got those qualifications and want to step it up another notch, you’re the person that we need -- whether it be male or female -- to get really engaged.”

If that describes you consider applying. Entries will be accepted through September 8th at www.FoodDialogues.com. Ten to 15 finalists will be announced at the November Food Dialogues event in New York City.

Winners will receive a $10,000 stipend as well as a $5,000 donation to their preferred ag-related or local charity in their name.

I’m KayDee Gilkey with the Northwest Farm and Ranch Report on the Northwest Ag Information Network.

Entrants will be required to submit an online application and include a home video of less than three minutes that describes themselves and their farm or ranch. More details are available at www.FoodDialogues.com.