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David Hafner
Nov 10, 20232 min read
For Kentucky Farmer Jacob Garner, Farming is in His Blood.
"We’re a new generation trying to preserve the practices of the old generations. Trying to go back to the old ways of doing things. We...
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David Hafner
Dec 15, 20224 min read
Yellowstone and Why I Care So Much *Spoiler Alert*
It's just a show, but many people believe what they see on TV and that's the problem. I purchased a subscription to the Peacock streaming...
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David Hafner
Dec 1, 20224 min read
Holidays Survival Guide
It's the most wonderful time of the year. There are holiday decorations set up all over town, Christmas lights sparkle from trees and...
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David Hafner
Sep 6, 20222 min read
Looking Like You Might Fail? Go Fishing!
Faced with a failed event- my first fundraiser- I could have hung my head in shame, but instead I tried again. This is my story of...
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David Hafner
Jun 17, 20223 min read
Pro Golfer, Farmer, Mother- Rachel Rohanna Virgili
As I write, Rachel Rohanna Virgili is working around the links at the Meijer LPGA Classic at Blythefield Country Club in Belmont,...
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David Hafner
Jun 8, 20222 min read
Show Up or Shut Up
That's pretty harsh, right? Yeah it is, but that's how I am feeling right now. I am no stranger to my elected officials, and in fact I...
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David Hafner
Apr 14, 20223 min read
From Farm to You- Flourish & Roam
Beef, pork, and chicken direct from the farm to your home! Two years ago I shared a conversation I had with my friend Sarah Ison. Today...
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David Hafner
Mar 24, 20223 min read
Where I am Now and What is Next...
This is a repost from March 24, 2020 when I used to post to Blogger. Reading this today, 2 years later, it is amazing how much has...
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David Hafner
Feb 7, 20222 min read
Fitting into the BIG Picture
As a smallholder farmer I used to feel insecure about my place in agriculture. But thanks to some great friends and fellow farmers I...
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David Hafner
Jan 16, 20222 min read
When You Meet a Farmer…
When you meet a farmer you will learn some important things about that farmer right from the start, if the farmer is comfortable with...
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David Hafner
Jan 12, 20221 min read
A Win for the Spuds!
Lay’s and the NFL have partnered for a one-of-a-kind promotion. The premise of the Lay’s Golden Grounds promotion is Lay’s has collected...
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David Hafner
Sep 29, 20212 min read
What Leads Your Food Purchases?
In the U.S.A. we have so many options when it comes to our food. Let's explore what is leading people's choices and some things to think...
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David Hafner
Sep 22, 20215 min read
Autumn has arrived. It's time for Fall activities!
The 2021 Farmer Advocate Guide to Fall Fun! Check back as this list is bound to grow. Click the farm name to go to their website. Atwood...
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David Hafner
Jul 14, 20212 min read
July 14, 2019 I left Florida for adventure in New York
After serving as a member of the Florida Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers ('16-'18) I was looking for the next level. I wanted...
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David Hafner
Jul 13, 20212 min read
Your Voice Matters!
When people ask me for advice on how to tell their story they are shocked to hear where I started. Since they are used to seeing me...
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David Hafner
May 27, 20212 min read
Know Your Farmer... But How?
It is common for people involved in agriculture to say "Get to know your farmer" or "Learn from a farmer, not a Google search." I agree...
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David Hafner
Feb 25, 20212 min read
Farming is risky, even in a good year.
Livestock Projects at the County Fair are teaching our youth true to life farm lessons; possibly more now in this year than in years...
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David Hafner
Jan 7, 20212 min read
In the midst of chaos...
As I was watching and learning of the events that took place at our Nation's Capitol on January 6th I was disheartened and disappointed....
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David Hafner
Jan 4, 20212 min read
That feeling of accomplishment comes in many forms.
My whole body hurts- hands, legs, back- and it's the best feeling! Sawyer (7) Easton (4) and "Daddy Pig" or as he has been newly dubbed...
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David Hafner
Dec 17, 20202 min read
2020, ugh. Am I right?
From farming to advocating back to farming, 2020 has me flipped, turned upside down. Everything is great, Everything is grand... This...
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