#112 – Empowering the Future of Agriculture: Emily Lochner and Jaclyn Roberts Parrish
This episode of the Cowboy Perspective, recorded live at the Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Convention in Fort Worth, Texas, features an engaging discussion with Emily Lochner and Jaclyn Roberts Parrish. Emily, the Executive Director of Education and Engagement, and Jacqueline, the Executive Director of Communications and Marketing, share their personal journeys in agriculture, backgrounds, and roles within the association. They discuss the upcoming Leadership Development Foundation and the new Working Grant Program aimed at supporting individuals entering or staying in the beef industry. The conversation highlights their experiences, challenges, and the importance of telling the story of agriculture to future generations.
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Topics
01:10 Meet Emily Lochner: A Legacy in Ranching
02:15 The Cowgirl Perspective: Balancing Ranch and Work
04:16 Jaclyn Roberts Parrish: From Policy to Peanuts
06:26 The Dairy-Beef Connection
09:51 Challenges and Future of Agriculture
14:38 Leadership Development Foundation: Supporting New Entrants
17:05 Challenges of Ranching in Rural Communities
17:23 Innovative Solutions for Land Equity
18:17 Supporting the Future of the Beef Industry
19:36 Personal Stories of Hard Work and Resilience
24:07 The Role of Women in Agriculture
28:43 The Gamble of Agriculture
31:27 Conclusion and Call to Action