If you follow my blog, you know my husband, myself and my in-laws run a small row crop operation on the few hundred acres we own. After a long winter and much anticipated spring, we are officially in the fields planting corn and soybeans, kicking off #plant14. We are making very good time as most of our corn is planted. I have lots of pictures to share this week. First, I wanted to share one of my favorite quotes that pairs nicely with a shot of our freshly turned Hoosier soil.
The beginning of planting season symbolizes a lot on the farm. Right now our fields are a blank canvas. They are opportunity. Opportunity for growth and the potential to help feed, clothe and shelter many across the country and even the world.
Although harvest is definitely my favorite part of being a farmer, there is something about watching our crops grow that I also find to be extremely rewarding as well. Planting our crops is a great time to try new methods, reflect on new innovations and turning the dirt of a new year in hopes of another bountiful harvest.
Most say it all starts with one seed. In fact it does, but it also starts with the soil. Our ground and our soil is so very precious to us. We do what we can to take care of our soil by putting back the proper nutrients and utilizing minimal ground work as possible to prevent erosion.
I was just telling my dad yesterday in his truck that one of the most rewarding things I have felt in my short life is being a land owner.
There's just something about owning soil, the "great connector of lives, the destination of all."
I promise you, it's in good hands. And it always will be.
That Wendell Berry quote is my absolute favorite :) I have it written down in my bedroom, and have it as my computer background as a constant reminder. Love it!
ReplyDeleteLove the quote. Makes me think of The Lion King and the circle of life haha. Sorry, but James Earl Jones voice and an Elton John song is just so easy a reminder.
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