A huge thanks to Blooming Health Farms for sponsoring this episode. Make sure to check out their programs for introducing youth to agriculture below.

• https://www.bloominghealthfarms.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/BloomingHealthFarms/
• https://www.instagram.com/bloominghealthfarms
• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmaoyl_blQY6KhO5eGByCDg

In this engaging conversation, Val Lavigne shares her multifaceted life as a dairy farmer, mother, and podcaster. She discusses the challenges and joys of raising her children on a dairy farm, the transition to homeschooling, and her passion for educating others about dairy farming. Val also highlights the importance of fostering independence in her kids while ensuring their safety on the farm. The discussion touches on the realities of balancing work and family life, the significance of community, and the rewarding experiences that come with rural living.

Connect with Val Online

• https://thedairygalval.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/DairyGalVal
• https://open.spotify.com/show/0hy0wgwWcGyNax7s41DAtb?si=8331dcc6c0f44b76&nd=1&dlsi=17f55ec47e984fde

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Takeaways

• Val is a first-generation dairy farmer with a passion for education.
• She has transitioned to homeschooling her three children due to challenges in traditional schooling.
• Val emphasizes the importance of safety and independence for her kids on the farm.
• Her podcast, The Dairy Hour, focuses on sharing stories from rural women.
• Val's family runs a food truck and catering business alongside their dairy farm.
• She believes in fostering curiosity and passion in her children without forcing them into farming.
• Val's experience with...