Plagued by years of drought that’s decimated pastures and hay supplies, America’s cow herd is at its smallest in 7 years.
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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.
Janelle Atyeo
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