
Tag Archives Can’t Take the Farm from the Boy
Moving from “just new here” to “experienced”
Moving ahead on the learning curve requires you to make a mental switch

The value of on-farm research
On the farm, “value” and money aren’t necessarily always the same thing
Building a relationship with readers
At the start of the New Year, Toban reflects on his Grainews column to date
Too busy not to look after the long-term plan
Even when you're in the thick of things, take time to focus on yourself and your goals

Keeping the rural identity in prairie towns
When Prairie towns grow and change, some may shed their farming roots

Seeding ideas about the rural/urban divide
A farmers musings on the growing lack of communication between city-dwellers and farmers
Putting in those long spring working days
When there are clouds in the sky, there’s no time to waste when the crop’s not in yet
The power of saying yes to opportunities
Agreeing to try something new, just saying “yes” can bring many benefits — personal and professional

Crop rotation planning shenanigans
After a couple of seasons on the farm, it’s time to re-consider crop planning strategies
Concern about public concerns
Farmers don't generally trust urban views. This won't help us move forward