This agriblogger is getting a taste of life in Argentina this summer. Mandy Nolz publishes, Chewing The Cud. Here’s what she’s doing down south, “For the month of June, I will explore the city of Buenos Aires to attend Spanish classes, live with a host family, and complete my goal of studying abroad during my college career.”

She’s already had some interesting observations about the differences in life there versus here. For example:

What surprised me the most, is the true understanding these city folks have of rural South America. If you haven´t heard, the government in Argentina continually butts heads with the agriculturalists. Due to the high export taxes, farmers have a hard time making money when the government is so focused on keeping domestic prices low for the consumer. As a result, there have been protests, strikes, and much fighting done by the ranchers in order to change things for the better.

As a former Beef Ambassador, she has her priorities right.

They eat beef, they are aware of how it is produced, and they support the ranchers. Does it get any better than that? If you are reading this, please take note and begin to educate the people of your community about agriculture. It is time that we have our voice in the heart and souls of the cities in America. If not, where does the future of agriculture rest? Ciao, from Argentina!