Virginia's Young Farmers Podcast
Join two Virginia Young "ag"vocates, Ashley & Dustin, as they discuss agriculture and farming from their perspective. We believe Thomas Jefferson said it best when he said, "Agriculture is our wisest pursuit because it will, in the end, contribute most to real wealth, good morals, and happiness". So join us - a generational farmer and a farming hopeful - as we share our passion for all things agriculture and hopefully educate, inform, and entertain you along the way.
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Virginia's Young Farmers Podcast
Farming & Volunteering: A Family Affair
This episode started off as a nod to June's dairy month - and where we ended was a theme of finding opportunities to serve the agriculture industry. For Thomas French of French Brothers Dairy, all of the above involves family.
Thomas shares the evolution of his family's dairy farm, along with the technology and innovation they've integrated to stay viable over the generations. Recently named as the Outstanding Young Cooperator, Thomas also explained the role of a milk cooperative and how milk gets from the tank to your table.
Thomas has had opportunities to advocate for the industry through Farm Bureau and his milk cooperative. He talks about key issues the dairy industry is facing right now, and we dove into a great conversation about recruiting and retaining members into advocacy organizations.
And the juiciest part of this interview? The discussion between skim milk, whole milk, A2, and imitation beverages!
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