Category Archives: Farmland Preservation

Thought of the Week

Posted on June 23, 2020 by Robin

The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence. That’s because that guy had the good sense to weed and feed his pasture.

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Thought of the Week

Posted on January 7, 2020 by Robin

“We have neglected the truth that a good farmer is a craftsman of the highest order, a kind of artist.” -Wendell Berry

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Farmers Take Conservation Seriously

Posted on January 19, 2018 by Robin

We often hear of environmental groups and even city folks who challenge those who live in rural areas, on ranches or on farms to take better care of their land and natural resources.  What they don’t understand is that the … Continue reading →

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Thought of the Week

Posted on March 14, 2017 by Robin

“Whenever you do a thing, act as if the whole world is watching.” -Thomas Jefferson

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Thought of the Week

Posted on October 25, 2016 by Robin

It all begins with the soil -Wilbur-Ellis, Ideas to Grow With

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Thought of the Week

Posted on October 18, 2016 by Robin

“Our fields are never bare. When you use a shovel to look at the soil in our fields, it’s like a geological dig. Much of it hasn’t been turned over in 40 years.  It has a thick duff layer to … Continue reading →

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Thought of the Week

Posted on October 11, 2016 by Robin

“I really like to innovate. Farming is such an exciting occupation and way to live.” -John Aeschliman, Farmer

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What is Biotechnology?

Posted on October 7, 2016 by Robin

Whew boy, what a question, right?  We here are Kiss My Tractor are not pro-GMO nor are we anti-GMO.  What we are is pro-science.  This post discusses how biotechnology (Genetically Modified Organisms) works. So, with that said… Just What Is … Continue reading →

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Thought of the Week

Posted on October 4, 2016 by Robin

“The soil must be treated as a living thing, and when you stop tillage the organisms that produce the nutrient exchange systems that feed our crops return in mass.  The soil once again becomes healthy like it was in the … Continue reading →

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THE BIG IDAHO POTATO TRUCK VISITS THE BIG APPLE

Posted on September 17, 2016 by Robin

The Idaho Potato Commission can thank the New York City Police Department for drawing attention to a grandiose publicity stunt orchestrated on August 24th in the Big Apple. The department issued a tongue-in-cheek all-points bulletin over the police radio advising … Continue reading →

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