From the dusty fields of Freeburg, Missouri, I carry a legacy passed down through generations. My grandpa, Ambrose Grellner, instilled in me a deep love for agriculture, a love that fuels my passion as a third-generation farmer. Today, alongside my wife Amber, we manage a 1,200-acre family farm, raising crops, cattle and a spark of hope for the future.
As a little boy, you could always find me alongside my grandpa in a tractor or helping pig-out a sow. Shadowing him through those years provided some great life lessons. I quickly learned at an early age how important the agriculture industry is. I saw his impact in the agriculture industry and knew that is exactly what I wanted to do.
Through the decades, agriculture has evolved with new technology and improved farming practices. As I reflect back on the past and appreciate how far we have come, I still know there are challenges before us. Farming is not just plowing the fields to have a crop to feed families anymore, it is so much more.
It is my time to help make a difference and stand up for agriculture. To overcome these obstacles, my farming operation runs on faith, a supportive and helping family, and a good mentor. By doing so, it has made me who I am today.
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