Local Civic Engagement as a farmer with Janaki Fisher-Merritt and Kat Becker

Organic farmers Kat Becker of Cattail Organics and Janaki Fisher-Merritt of Food Farm share how stepping out of their fields and into civic life — from school boards to food pantries — has made them better farmers and more grounded community members. Both farmers reflect on how structured volunteer commitments create the "hard stops" that farming rarely provides on its own, helping them reclaim balance without sacrificing their drive to contribute. Whether you're feeling the urge to get involved in your community, or simply curious about what civic engagement looks like in rural America, this conversation will leave you rethinking where your skills could make a difference beyond the farm gate. This episode is made possible by the support of the Wisconsin Farmers Union