2013 Farmers Day

Just when you think that the weather would keep people home.  Enter your local Farmer!  They grab weather by the tail and create what they can with the resources that they have on hand.  Gary and Henry make a great team putting together a wonderful afternoon with our local Hero's... Our Farmers.  This year, Don Villwock was our guest speaker.  Don Villwock of Edwardsport, Ind., took office as president of Indiana Farm Bureau and Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance in January 2002. His farming operation produces white corn, soybeans, seed soybeans, and seed wheat.

Villwock served in many capacities with Farm Bureau prior to his election as president, including vice president, District 7 director, Knox County president, State Young Farmer Committee chairman, and Feed Grains Committee chairman. He has served on the Farm Bill Task Force and the Farm Credit Task Force.

Don informed us about the importance of education for the public about where our food comes from.  Some of the education that Don provided to us was that farming today is completely different that it was 30 years ago.  Advancements in seed and process have developed a better product.  

Ron, David, and Rex listening to our speaker

Large crowd

 There were too many guest to list each of them.  We hosted local farmers, Rotary Interactors, and a former Rotary Interact President.

Gary

 This week we will be having a board meeting on Thursday morning at Court House Grounds.  The meeting starts at 7:30am. Following the board meeting, our meeting will be Apple for Teacher.  Our teachers work to shape and mold our youth.  Please plan on showing your support.

Just in case you live under a rock, there is a BIG event occurring on Feb. 21st.   Thaddous Rex will be coming to town.  The meeting will be in the evening at the Royal Theater.  Tickets are available during Rotary or available on the Royal's website.  Proceeds with go to benefit Suzy's Place.  Please come out and support Rotary and Inspire like a Rock Star.