When I was growing up, my grandfather often told me: “The best thing about being a farmer is that you are your own boss.” When I asked what’s the worst thing, he would chuckle and say, “Well, that you are your own boss.”
Joking aside, my grandfather’s comments reflect a certain pride in his independence. Farmers know this feeling well, as they are ultimately responsible for their operations, from when to plant crops and how to care for animals, to dealing with periodic floods or a broken fence.
But the path our country is on with respect to farm policy robs…
