June 16, 2025 Local Stories in and Around St. Joseph, Illinois

Kids say… what does a farmer do all day?

We asked students to tell us what they think a farmer does all day. Here are their answers.

Bailey: I think a farmer grows grass and feeds animals.

Presley: I think a farmer will grow corn and eat it.

Sydney: Love the animals and take care of them.

By Nora Maberry January 15, 2020

in People

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