(Good Ole Nebraska Scenery)I have always lived in Nebraska, and I certainly believe it's the good life. Nebraskans are friendly folks, innovative, and hardworking folks. We can also be stubborn, jump to conclusions, and will share our opinion whether you asked for it or not. I'm not blogging about the wonderful Huskers today, rather the future is on my mind.
In addition to being a cool place to live, Nebraska is one of the best states for livestock production. We have a water source larger than Lake Erie, and it sustains itself (I'm talking about the Ogallala Aquifer). Nebraska is also home to a large ethanol industry, and produces a lot of corn (there's a reason we are called the CORNhuskers). There are a number of large feedlots, dairies, and other livestock operations in the state. These large operations are typically called "bad" by the media and other misinformed organizations, but the truth is that these business fuel my home's economy. Nebraska will never be a home to any other industry (like automobile or textile). My family and many others like it are not only involved in production, but it side industries, like ag lending.
Not only do larger operations provide jobs and stimulate local economies, but they also are the innovators for the newest technology. It was large beef businesses that first implemented Temple Grandin's livestock management systems. Large agriculture operations aren't bad for America, in fact in tough times, they are just what we need. I'm not shy of talking about big business in agriculture after all, it's what fuels the home of Kool Aid, Runza, and Dorthy Lynch!
'till the cows come home,
Ellie
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