In this episode of Meet the Farmers, Ben Eagle heads to Indiana in the United States to speak with Shane and Val Wallis about their family farm, where they raise Shorthorn cattle alongside corn, beans, and hay. They discuss the rewards and challenges of farming in their region, their farming journey, social media and their hopes for the future of the farm.
In this week’s episode of Meet the Farmers, Ben Eagle is joined by Shane and Val Wallis, who run a family farm in Indiana in the United States raising Shorthorn cattle alongside corn, beans, and hay. Shane and Val share insights into their day-to-day operation, why Shorthorns are important for them and the story of their farm. They reflect on the unique challenges and rewards of farming in their part of Indiana and the pressures facing U.S. farmers today from their perspective. The conversation also looks ahead to the future of their farm and the values that drive their work.
Image credit: Shane and Val Wallis
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