Thank you for this heartfelt, passionate message. Over the years I’ve often felt that our lack of diversity made Iowa a boring state. There are pockets of hope but they need to expand.
On a side note that I think is hopeful is that nearly 50% of Iowa is owned by women. An organization WFAN.org, has been working with women landowners to educate and empower decision making on the land they are caretakers of. Women who own land have the opportunity to change the Iowa landscape. We can do it.
Also, a high percentage of Iowa farmland is still owned by families who have formed a business corporation and Iowa has a law that restricts corporate ownership somewhat.
You are absolutely right about the movie “Country” it is a fairly accurate portrayal of the farm crisis. Glad S turned you on to it.
Paradise lost and many of us are screaming too.
Thank you for this heartfelt, passionate message. Over the years I’ve often felt that our lack of diversity made Iowa a boring state. There are pockets of hope but they need to expand.
On a side note that I think is hopeful is that nearly 50% of Iowa is owned by women. An organization WFAN.org, has been working with women landowners to educate and empower decision making on the land they are caretakers of. Women who own land have the opportunity to change the Iowa landscape. We can do it.
Also, a high percentage of Iowa farmland is still owned by families who have formed a business corporation and Iowa has a law that restricts corporate ownership somewhat.
You are absolutely right about the movie “Country” it is a fairly accurate portrayal of the farm crisis. Glad S turned you on to it.
Denise OBrien! Thank you for this info - I had no idea. That does give a glimmer of hope. <3. And thanks for reading! :)
It took the time it needed. Beautiful reflection, and I'm so sorry about the creek. I am sad too.
Thanks so much Hiedi! Yes, so much to be sad about around us.