"Instead of pursing a career I could make a lot of money at, I pursued what I love" - Joe Leathers, 6666 Ranch.

This is my favorite quote from the I am Angus 6666 Ranch video. I think it speaks a lot about the people in agriculture. Farmers and ranchers are a group of people who have chosen to do what they love, and this is good for consumer. Because of the career path we have chosen, our families are provided with safe, nutritious and inexpensive food. American only spend about 10% of their disposable income on food, compared to 30% in other well-developed countries. Also, while others have chosen careers that have led them to skyscrapers or concrete jungles we are on the land caring for it and protecting it. Farmers and ranchers know the importance of taken care of the land so it will take care of us.

I really like Joe’s interview because he talks about how fortunate his children, myself included, are to have grown up in agriculture. We understand where our food comes from, and the effort, time and money it takes to feed a country. Something a lot of people don’t understand much about.

- to read more about Crystal telling the story of her agriculture life visit her blog www.crystalcattle.com