Being an Emotionally Strong Farm Parent

Being an Emotionally Strong Farm Parent

Discover a transformative approach to farm leadership with insights from Carolyn Stern’s book. Learn how emotional awareness fosters positive communication and strengthens family agriculture. Explore tools for personal growth and successful business management in the farming industry.

Spring into Fun on your Farm!

Spring into Fun on your Farm!

“Help us have more fun!”  Some farm men are experiencing a serious lack of fun, and this can start to influence the business, family harmony, and all aspects of life. The good news is finding your own fun and setting aside the time is a choice. You can do it. I...
Easy ways to get your Wills done

Easy ways to get your Wills done

Please note as you read this, I am not a lawyer and do not give legal advice. This article is to help you get ready for effective communication with your lawyer.  RESEARCH Find a lawyer you like: Ask your farming friends which professionals have served them well. You...
Help! My parents have loads of debt we don’t want!

Help! My parents have loads of debt we don’t want!

“Every front door looks beautiful” is one of my favourite Irish sayings. It came to mind in Deadwood South Dakota, in the Black Hills where I was listening to the woes of a young ranch couple. They have a strong desire to ranch as “debt-free” as possible, but her...
Stop the in-law rant, change your behaviour

Stop the in-law rant, change your behaviour

An American farm woman who moved from Florida to become part of a family farm in the cornfields of Iowa called me one day to say “ Elaine I am tired of all the ranting on social media about problems with in-laws. Something needs to shift, and we need to see...