Student of the Western College of Veterinary Medicine, Kirianne Ashley tells a poignant story of the reality of succession for many small cattle farms in Canada.
“I think on my deep respect for Canadian farmers like Keith, who have put their lives’ work, love, and flesh into farming. I think about how distant the educational experience feels compared to this real albeit archaic version of agriculture. And I wonder how this next generation of young veterinarians trained in gold standards can support these struggling producers as they mourn the dying of a rural way of life. “
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