Sonne Farms produces cattle, crops, videos

YouTube channel a way to advocate for industry, add to income for young farmer

Janelle Atyeo
Aug 14, 2025
Aug 14, 2025

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This is the peak time of year for Sonne Farms, near Mount Vernon, South Dakota.

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Cole and Brian.jpg — Cole Sonne farms with his dad, Brian. The family also operates a gas station and farm supply store in the Mount Vernon area.
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Cole Sonne says income from his videos allowed him to rent more farm ground.
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Fourth generation farmer Cole Sonne shares his day on the farm, giving YouTube viewers a glimpse at farm life and advocating for agriculture. He’ll talk about his outreach during Day 1 of Dakotafest in Mitchell.
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Raised in small town South Dakota, Janelle is enjoying her time as editor of Tri-State Neighbor and Midwest Messenger while raising kids, chickens and no till vegetables in central Sioux Falls. Reach her at janelle.atyeo@lee.net.