Lifestyle

Let’s meet a farm laborer who is achieving his American Dream!

May 29, 2025 11:51 AM • 
RFD NEWS STAFF, Currey McCullough

TN visa workers are often vital to an operation’s success. Unlike H-2A visas, TN visas are not constrained by seasonal limitations. Employees may work and live in the U.S. year-round.

The Illinois Farm Bureau takes us along to see how one operation is emphasizing their importance on the broader ag economy.

Related Stories
2YojrNMo.jpg
Sports
Midland County Junior Livestock Showcases Talent and Dedication of West Texas Youth
StockShowAuctions.com takes us to the Midland County Junior Livestock Show in West Texas, where young producers are showcasing their dedication, skill, and champion livestock.
January 14, 2026 04:27 PM
 · 
RFD NEWS STAFF
Aaron Watson 1280.jpg
Market Day Music
Aaron Watson hops in the saddle and prepares for the release of his latest album-- Horse Named Texas
Out Everywhere March 6th
January 14, 2026 03:05 PM
iEcrbqFg.jpg
Agriculture
NASDA Launches International Year of the Woman Farmer to Celebrate Women’s Global Impact in Agriculture
NASDA declared 2026 the International Year of the Woman Farmer. President Amanda Beal joins us to share NASDA’s new hub, which highlights the impact of women in agriculture worldwide.
January 14, 2026 01:34 PM
 · 
Marion Kirkpatrick
OooewYnL.jpg
Fort Worth Stock Show
Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo Ready for Another Year of Celebrating Western Heritage in North Texas
Matt Brockman, communications director for the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo, joined us to share a preview of the upcoming event.
January 14, 2026 12:53 PM
 · 
Marion Kirkpatrick
7flepyet.jpg
Digital Exclusives
EXCLUSIVE: Lainey Wilson talks her special bond with Jelly Roll
January 14, 2026 11:47 AM
 · 
Currey McCullough
bx23xcnx.jpg
Digital Exclusives
EXCLUSIVE: Lainey Wilson discusses collaboration and friendship with Dolly Parton
January 14, 2026 11:39 AM
 · 
Currey McCullough
Load More

RFD NEWS STAFF
RFD NEWS STAFF

LATEST STORIES BY THIS AUTHOR:

gqwEkvED.jpg
Markets
‘Neutral’ January Cattle-on-Feed Report Shifts Market Focus to Weather, Trade Uncertainty
Marilyn Schlake with the UNL Department of Agricultural Economics joined us for a closer look at the evolving role of livestock sale barns.
January 27, 2026 12:19 PM
 · 
RFD NEWS STAFF
VRK8wIrh.jpg
Immigration
South Texas Rancher Sees Relief as Border Crossings Drop Sharply
RFD NEWS correspondent Frank McCaffrey recently spoke with Dr. Mike Vickers, a South Texas rancher, who says illegal border crossings have dramatically declined in the last year.
January 27, 2026 11:51 AM
 · 
Frank McCaffrey
5xSARRBC.jpg
FFA Today
FFA Today: This All-Star FFA Alum Took StockShowAuctions.com from SAE to RFD!
Auction manager and West Texas A&M University student Presley Graves joined us to discuss the growth of StockShowAuctions.com and its impact on youth in agriculture.
January 27, 2026 06:00 AM
 · 
RFD NEWS STAFF
wGIJoVA1.jpg
Weather News
Winter Storm 2026: Ag Impacts — Texas
Texas Farm Bureau President Russell Boening joined us with the latest update on storm conditions and impacts across the state.
January 26, 2026 04:30 PM
 · 
Marion Kirkpatrick
lDknpfxb.jpg
Weather News
Winter Storm 2026: Ag Impacts — Tennessee
Mike Knotts with the Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association joined us with the latest on storm impacts, power restoration, and safety considerations following the ice storm.
January 26, 2026 04:00 PM
 · 
Marion Kirkpatrick
winter weather outlook 1280.jpg
Weather News
Winter Storm 2026: Ag Impacts — Midwest
Brooks York with AgriSompo joined us with his outlook on crop insurance and risk management following the recent winter storm that tore through most of the United States, including the Midwest.
January 26, 2026 03:30 PM
 · 
RFD NEWS STAFF
Load More
Rural Lifestyle & Entertainment Shows
TwistedSkillet_SeanWithGrill-Smiling_1920x1080.jpg
Presley's Country Jubilee - main cast
OnTheRecord_s05e09-CodyJohnson-NOLOCKUP_1920x1080.jpg
AmericasGospelMusic_logo_lores_1920x1080.jpg
Bluegrass Trail
Twisted Skillet
Twisted Skillet brings a straightforward, hands-on approach to kitchen television, rooted in food and fire. Hosted by Texas chef Sean Koehler, the series explores open-fire outdoor cooking techniques, regional ingredients, and the people who raise, prepare, and inspire the food found across America.
Presleys’ Country Jubilee
The Presley Family built Branson’s Original Show on the Strip. “Presleys’ Country Jubilee” was a smash hit, and people from across the country lined up every night for a chance to hear the country music and comedy the Presley Family loved to perform.
On The Record
RFD-TV’s newest music series, “On the Record,” presented by John Deere, takes viewers on a journey through the heart of country music. Hosted by renowned broadcaster, Suzanne Alexander, the show features long-form interviews with today’s biggest artists and the veterans who inspired them. “On the Record” also gives viewers a front row seat to intimate performances and exclusive music video releases, highlighting the broad scope of Nashville’s talent.
America’s Gospel Music
“America’s Gospel Music” presents the nation’s premiere Gospel Music artists live in concert from The Wonders Center in Dickson, Tennessee.
Bluegrass Trail
One of RFD-TV’s many efforts to showcase stellar American musical craftsmanship, “The Bluegrass Trail” showcases the greatest Bluegrass artists across the USA performing time-honored songs—many presented for the very first time. It’s a celebration of this nation’s musical roots right here on our Nashville stage!

ALL SHOWS