We are the 96%: Family farming is the name of the game on one Illinois operation

We are the 96% is the slogan of an Illinois farmer and farm group campaign with a focus on educating the public about family farming.

Farmer Blake Noland plays a big role in the campaign. He stopped by the RFD-TV studio to talk to Tammi Arender about his passion for family farming and why this cause is near and dear to his heart.

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