The Fearless Female Farmer Substack

My Auntie

My aunt was a great lady. I am thankful for our relationship, and for how it grew. After two months of mourning and a terrible winter, I am finally…

Mar 11 • Katherine Harrison

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February 2026

Valentine Reflections

I am very grateful for the support I have received through a difficult season of life. The last year has required much tenacity — and the last month…

Feb 16 • Katherine Harrison

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January 2026

Happy New Year from the Kitchen Lambs!

Being a shepherdess means working every day, even holidays. The sheep generously crafted quite the adventure for my New Year’s Eve. Here’s to a blessed…

Jan 2 • Katherine Harrison

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December 2025

Christmas Re-Release: The Empress Mathilda

My very favorite animal is The Empress Mathilda. She celebrated her 3rd birthday on Christmas Eve, and is flourishing as a mother. Enjoy this re-release…

Dec 26, 2025 • Katherine Harrison

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A Most Ridiculous, Kind of Dangerous, Underground Baby Goat Rescue

It was a memorable start to Thanksgiving, as two of my helpers assisted with an unexpected rescue mission. I am tremendously proud of and grateful for…

Dec 1, 2025 • Katherine Harrison

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November 2025

Romeo, Sugar, Heartbreak

Each of my sheep is precious to me. This is the story of two ladies for whom I have had the privilege of serving as their shepherd. It is tough story…

Nov 27, 2025 • Katherine Harrison

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It’s Raining Chicks!

My animals love to test me. One Moody Mother Clucker recently created quite a situation for herself & her chicks, requiring a dramatic rescue with a…

Nov 5, 2025 • Katherine Harrison

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October 2025

The Last Ride of the Goatmobile

A trip to the mechanic, a trip to the brewery, and a rogue chicken combined for the Goatmobile’s last big adventure with livestock!

Oct 30, 2025 • Katherine Harrison

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The Goatmobile

It has been a year of challenges. A month ago, I was in a bad car accident. I miss my beloved Goatmobile keenly, however, I am grateful for the…

Oct 24, 2025 • Katherine Harrison

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September 2025

September 11th in Valentine, Nebraska

Five years ago, I wrote this piece on my memories of 9/11. It is hard to believe that fateful day has been nearly a quarter century ago. I miss the…

Sep 11, 2025 • Katherine Harrison

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The Farmer & the Farmer’s Wife

My grandparents were wed on 3 September 1944. This is the story of their courtship and marriage, which lasted more than 50 years.

Sep 4, 2025 • Katherine Harrison

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August 2025

Mop the Dog, Who Saved Us

For International Dog Day, I am sharing the extraordinary story of Mop the Dog. She was much loved by my grandfather, my mother, and me. During the…

Aug 27, 2025 • Katherine Harrison

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