FarmHER + RanchHER Returns to RFD-TV

The eighth season of FarmHER + RanchHER begins airing this week on RFD-TV. The network will broadcast the Season 8 premiere on Thursday, October 29, at 8:30 p.m. Eastern. Viewers can also watch the episode on the RFDTV+ platform.

The new season features several stories from women in agriculture. Amy Rhodes, a co-owner of Salt River Ranch in Wyoming, appears in an episode that is available now. Her story will also be included in the upcoming season of the show. Robyn Ottolini is another featured subject. Her episode focuses on embracing individuality and staying connected to one's roots while building a career.

Other segments in the episode highlight various agricultural initiatives and figures. Diego Loredo, a veteran farmer, discusses how the Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund helps American veterans start agricultural operations. Jessie Coffey from the Nebraska Department of Education describes an initiative that connects Nebraskans with local farmers through recipe development and ag education.

Army Majors Eric and Angela Czaja use regenerative grazing to improve military training lands. They also help veterans build agricultural careers through the Boots to Roots program. Venessa Wood, founder of Ag Women Connect, discusses the organization’s growth and its efforts to support the next generation of women in agriculture.

The episode also covers the National Pork Board's perspective on consumer trends. Past president Dr. Gordon Spronk notes that ground pork appeals to younger consumers due to its affordability and versatility for everyday meals.

Additional stories include a museum expansion honoring women who shaped the West. A statewide cleanup effort in Louisiana removed 68 tons of litter from 51 parishes in September in honor of Love Our Watersways Month.