If you tune into this blog, then you are undoubtedly involved in a career in agriculture, in some form or another. Certainly, people choose to work in agriculture for a variety of reasons, and as I prepare to graduate, I have been thinking long and hard about my choice to work in this industry, as well.

Growing up on a cattle ranch was tough at times, but looking back now, I realize that it gave me a sense of responsibility and a hard work ethic that transfers into the other things I do in life. More importantly, living on a farm gave me a passion for this industry that would be hard to walk away from. I don’t think there is a better place to be than agriculture, and I’m excited to start my career working for America’s food producers.

How about you? What pushed you to pursue a career in the agriculture industry? Or, if you don’t work directly in agriculture, what makes you want to learn more about food production? What type of work do you do? Where and what did you study? How has working in agriculture shaped your career?