Balancing Motherhood and Farming! With Jaime Mowry

This episode runs on @WonderCowColostrum shop.wondercow.com/DAIRYGALVAL or Use code DAIRYGALVAL to save $$   Title: Balancing Motherhood and Farming! With Jaime Mowry Host: Val Lavigne Guest: Jaime Mowry   Summary In this episode of the Dairy Hour podcast, host Val Lavigne speaks with Jaime Mowry, a third-generation dairy farmer, about her journey in agriculture, the challenges of balancing motherhood with farm responsibilities, and the importance of support systems in the farming community. Jaime shares her experiences growing up on the farm, her education at Cornell University, and the transitions she faced upon returning to the family business. The conversation highlights the evolving roles of women in agriculture, the significance of establishing work-life boundaries, and the joys and struggles of raising a family while managing a farm.  Takeaways Jaime is a third-generation dairy farmer from Western New York.  She initially didn't want to be involved in farming but found her passion later. Her education at Cornell University played a significant role in her career. Jaime emphasizes the importance of gaining experience on different farms.  She faced challenges transitioning back to the family farm after college. Motherhood changed her perspective on work and priorities. Establishing boundaries at work has been crucial for her family life. Support from employees has been vital in managing farm responsibilities. Jaime believes in the importance of being unapologetically oneself.  She cherishes the memories of growing up on the farm and hopes to involve her son in farming. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dairy Farming Heritage 02:50 Growing Up on the Farm 06:09 Education and Career Path 09:00 Transitioning Back to the Family Farm 11:54 Changes in Farm Management 15:05 Personal Life and Family Dynamics 17:54 Navigating Motherhood and Farming 20:49 Establishing Work-Life Balance 24:14 Support Systems in Farming 26:59 Rapid Fire Questions and Personal Insights