Caring for Cows and the Earth

Meet Farmer Brent Seppelt!

He has a dairy farm in Rice, Minnesota. Brent takes care of cows every day with his family. He also takes care of the land, water, and air on his farm.

Brent built a new barn for his young female cows that have not had babies yet. These cows are called heifers. Brent worked with a team to make sure the barn is safe for the cows and safe for the Earth.

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Meet the Team!

Brent worked with scientists and engineers on the new barn.

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AMY ROBAK

The Soil Scientist

Amy helps Brent grow food for cows and protect the soil and water near the barn.

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JOSH BORK

The Water Watcher

Josh helps keep soil and water clean near the barn.

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NATHAN PESTA

The Barn Builder

Nathan designs barns that keep cows comfortable and protect the land.

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Farms can use a lot of land, water, and air. But farmers like Brent work with scientists and engineers to:

  • Keep water clean
  • Protect healthy soil
  • Build safe barns for animals

You can help the Earth too!

What is one way you can help keep the land, water, or air clean?

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