5 Tips to Combat Dairy Labor Pains
Jorge Delgado, an on-farm specialist with Alltech, says that producers are, for the most part, not really prepared to face the reality. 
“Milking is one of the most labor-intense areas on the farm,” he says. “Keeping these guys motivated is a big problem. This challenge is the number-one problem not only in the dairy industry but agriculture in general.”
Impact of Western Wildfires on Livestock
The winds that blow across your property also help carry wildfires and affect your farming and ranching operations. For farmers and ranchers, your land is a source of revenue. Not only is a home potentially lost, but also your livelihood. Unfortunately, in recent years the headlines have carried news of the widespread devastation of wildfires on farming and ranching operations.
Instant Pot Bacon Wrapped Ribs
Ingredients:
  • 1 rack of Baby Back Ribs
  • Barbecue rub
  • 1 c vegetable broth
  • 1 lb bacon
  • 1 c barbecue sauce
Instructions:
  1. Remove the thin membrane covering the ribs if still attached
  2. Season ribs with your favorite all-purpose barbecue rub
  3. Place trivet in Instant Pot, add seasoned ribs and vegetable broth
  4. Close lid with pressure vent closed, set to Meat/Stew. Let cook 25 minutes and the use the quick release method
  5. Open lid, remove ribs and cut into individual pieces
  6. Wrap one piece of bacon around each rib, securing each with a toothpick
  7. Place on a greased foil tray on a medium-high heat grill
  8. Grill for 15 minutes, turning the ribs every 5 minutes
  9. Brush with barbeque sauce and cook an additional 5-10 minutes
  10. Remove toothpicks and enjoy!
Introducing: Angela Spear
1. Role at FFB: Loan Support Specialist

2. Family: I've been married for 18 years to my husband, Eugene. We have three children: Alex-22, Kylie-18, and Evan-12.

3. Education: Bachelor's degree in psychology

4. Hobbies: I am proud to be a foster mom for a local animal rescue in Louisville.

5. What is your favorite thing about working at FFB? As of right now, my favorite thing is having a short commute to work.

6. Do you have an unknown talent? No, I do not.

7. Favorite place you have visited? Anywhere with a beach. Siesta Key, Florida, is one of my favorite beaches.
Come See Us!
We plan on attending the following shows and hope to see you there!

Farm & Ranch Show Schedule 2022:
  • July 20-23: Arizona Cattle Growers Assoc. Summer in Prescott, AZ
  • August 2-4: Minnesota Farmfest in Redwood County, MN
  • September 20-22: Farm Science Review in London, OH
  • September 27-28: Hawai'i Agriculture Conference in Honolulu, Hawaii
  • November 14-17: World Alfalfa Congress in San Diego, CA
  • November 29-December 1: Amarillo Farm &Ranch Show in Amarillo, TX