Do You Have What it Takes to Farm?

More than 90% of American farms are family owned.  They raise the crops that are made into food, feed, fuel and fiber; however, most Americans have never stepped foot on a farm.  "Farmland", a film by James Moll, takes you into the lives of farmers and ranchers in their 20's that operate their agriculture business.

Recently, Farmland became available for purchase at Walmart and on Walmart.com.  It documents the hard-work, passion, commitment it takes to grow crops, produce and raise livestock.  In many cases, these farms have been in the family for generations

Award-winning director, James Moll, takes you into the lives of farmers and ranchers.  See their passion, hard-work and dedication first hand.


Dave Loberg is  fifth generation corn and soybean farmer from Nebraska that farms with his mother and custom feeds 500 head of cows for a local dairy operation.  He also runs an irrigation business.



Leighton Cooley a fourth generation poultry farmer from Georgia that farms with his father and also grows hay and has a cow-calf operation.



Brad Bellah a 26 year old sixth generation cattle farmer with cattle in Texas and Colorado.  He holds a bachelor's degree in agriculture communications from Texas Tech University.





Sutton Morgan is a fourth generation farmer from California that grows, packs and sells onions and potatoes. Also grown on his farm includes melons, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, lettuces, chard, kale and alfalfa.





Margaret Schlass is a first-generation certified naturally grown vegetable farmer who grows and markets her own produce through community supported agriculture programs and to restaurant owners.

Ryan Veldhuizenis a fourth-generation farmer from Minnesota who raises hogs and grows corn and soybeans.

Next week as we celebrate National Ag Week, I challenge you to visit a local farmer and spend a day in their shoes.