Author Archives: cassiebable

Roots in Agriculture Run Deep

Posted on August 25, 2023 by cassiebable

By Sabrenna Bryant, FSA, South Carolina Meet John “JC” Chandler of Belton, South Carolina, where his herd of Charolais cattle is his pride and joy. While he’s only 17, JC has already become an agriculture leader in his school and … Continue reading →

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FSA Farm Loans Help Colorado Hop Farmers Get Started

Posted on August 17, 2023 by cassiebable

By Elizabeth Thomas, FSA, Colorado Billy Goat Hop Farm LLC located in Montrose, Colorado, is a dream come true for beginning farmers Audrey Gehlhausen and Chris Dellabianca. This hop farm operation was made possible with hard work, determination, and a … Continue reading →

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Be the Link: The Neighborhood Farmer

Posted on August 3, 2023 by cassiebable

By Susan Riffel, FSA, Oregon The nomination period for the USDA Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) annual county committee elections began June 15 and continues through Aug. 1, 2023. Throughout the nomination period, we’ll be introducing county committee members from across … Continue reading →

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Be the Link: Bridging Gaps in the Virgin Islands

Posted on July 27, 2023 by cassiebable

By Savanna Turner, FSA, Florida & U.S. Virgin Islands    The nomination period for the USDA Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) annual county committee elections began June 15 and continues through Aug. 1, 2023. Throughout the nomination period, we’ll be introducing county … Continue reading →

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Be the Link: A Community Commitment

Posted on July 20, 2023 by cassiebable

By Joseph Slattery, FSA, Virginia The nomination period for the USDA Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) annual county committee elections began June 15 and continues through Aug. 1, 2023. Throughout the nomination period, we’ll be introducing county committee members from across … Continue reading →

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Inflation Reduction Act in Action | Farm Loans: Harvesting Resilience

Posted on July 19, 2023 by cassiebable

The Redemption Story of a North Carolina Farmer By: Linda Gerron, FSA North Carolina Through no fault of their own, our nation’s farmers and ranchers have faced incredibly tough circumstances over the last few years. That includes James “Jimmy” Stevens … Continue reading →

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Be the Link: Building Relationships

Posted on July 13, 2023 by cassiebable

By Angie Stuehrenberg, Farm Service Agency The nomination period for the USDA Farm Service Agency’s annual county committee elections began June 15 and continues through Aug. 1, 2023. Throughout the nomination period, we’ll be introducing county committee members from across … Continue reading →

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Inflation Reduction Act in Action | Farm Loans: From Tragedy to Hope

Posted on July 5, 2023 by cassiebable

By: Billie Hall, Key Program Technician, Franklin County Service Center, FSA, Arkansas Through no fault of their own, our nation’s farmers and ranchers have faced incredibly tough circumstances over the last few years. That includes Abbie and Milton Sparks of … Continue reading →

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Be the Link: A Part of the Conversation

Posted on July 3, 2023 by cassiebable

By Joshua Coleman, Farm Service Agency  The nomination period for the USDA Farm Service Agency’s annual county committee elections began June 15 and continues through Aug. 1, 2023. Throughout the nomination period, we’ll be introducing county committee members from across … Continue reading →

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Be the Link: Farming, Family and Community

Posted on June 22, 2023 by cassiebable

By Madeline Alewine, Farm Service Agency The nomination period for the USDA Farm Service Agency’s annual county committee elections began June 15 and continues through Aug. 1, 2023. Throughout the nomination period, we’ll be introducing county committee members from across … Continue reading →

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