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question:Given the text: My name is Rhonda Hergenrider. I farm with my family in South Central, MT between Belfry and Bridger. We raise sugar beets, malt barley, feed, cattle and a few hogs. I have been a Farm Bureau member since 2004. I was first brought into the Farm Bureau family through my mentor, friend and insurance agent, Larry French. It was Larry who encouraged me to become a Farm Bureau Agent. I served in that capacity for five years; until I had the opportunity to return to my family’s farm/ranch. Today I am president of our County Farm Bureau. The ACE program interested me because I have always been passionate about Agriculture and educating others about Agriculture. The disconnect between those of us on the land and those who are not is very real. This became even more clear to me when I had the opportunity to serve as the biotech spokeswoman for Montana’s sugar beet growers. I thought that ACE would be a great opportunity to increase my ability to communicate with folks outside our industry. One thing I thought was really neat about the first ACE training is that we are learning more about our leadership style. Knowing this allows us to be more effective leaders. As far as specific goals, I plan to share the things I’ve learned with fellow Farm Bureau members. For example, I plan to do a role play with our board members with hopes of increasing their ability to speak with folks who may have negative opinions about agriculture. Also, since Farm Bureau has, in a sense taken over Ag in the Classroom I believe there is a great opportunity to get ag information into the hands of our youth. And I plan to work with our members to make that happen. And finally our County Secretary, Sarah Boyer and I have been talking about putting together some sort of adult education platform and I know the ACE program will be helpful in making that a success. There are never any shortages of issues that are critically important to agriculture. One that will never go away is water. Who gets to use it? ACE could help effectively influence decision makers in the same way it can be used to influence them in all issues pertaining to agriculture. In ACE, we are learning how to find our common ground by focusing on empathy and relationship building. Once there is a foundation of trust, we can start actually talking about issues. We in agriculture are a proud group of people. When someone questions the way we do things, often times our feathers are wrinkled, so to speak, which immediately puts us on the fight and therefore we create enemies and get nowhere. There is a better way and we are learning that though ACE. I plan to implement the skills and techniques learned through ACE by sharing the information with other Farm Bureau members. One thing that was mentioned at the ACE training is that for years farmers and ranchers have been told to share our story, but no one has taught us how to do that. ACE will help me be able to do that better and help others do it better too. No one knows our story like we do and if we don’t share our story no one will. We are a minority. While at the first ACE meeting we had the opportunity to listen to Bruce Vincent, a logger from Libby whose life and business were shattered because of a vocal environmental movement. It became clear to me that something similar could happen to Montana’s farmers and ranchers if we do not continue to develop our leadership and advocacy skills and do it correctly. I think ACE offers an incredible opportunity to do just that. And I’m looking forward to the remainder of the year! What are Rhonda's plans to utilize the skills learned through ACE and how does she think it can benefit farmers and ranchers in Montana?
answer:Rhonda plans to share the skills and techniques she has learned through ACE with fellow Farm Bureau members. She specifically hopes to increase their ability to speak with people who may have negative opinions about agriculture, and work towards getting agricultural information into the hands of youth. Rhonda and her colleagues are also planning to put together an adult education platform, and ACE can help make that a success. Rhonda believes that ACE can benefit farmers and ranchers in Montana by helping them effectively influence decision makers in issues pertaining to agriculture, specifically with regard to water use. ACE teaches participants to find common ground by focusing on empathy and relationship building, which can help establish trust and lead to productive discussions about important issues. By sharing their story and developing their leadership and advocacy skills, farmers and ranchers can help prevent a situation like the one faced by Bruce Vincent, a logger from Libby whose business was affected by a vocal environmental movement.
question:Could you please provide me with more information on how ACE can help farmers and ranchers communicate effectively with those outside of the agriculture industry?
answer:ACE helps farmers and ranchers communicate effectively with those outside of the agriculture industry by teaching them techniques for building relationships and empathy with others. The program emphasizes finding common ground, actively listening to differing perspectives, and practicing effective communication skills. By learning these skills, farmers and ranchers can bridge the gap between those on the land and those who are not, and create an environment in which productive discussions can take place. The program also focuses on helping participants understand and communicate the important role that agriculture plays in society, and how it impacts the lives of those outside of the industry. In addition, ACE teaches specific techniques for responding to negative opinions or misconceptions about agriculture, and helps participants develop strategies for addressing these issues in a constructive manner. By improving their ability to communicate with others, farmers and ranchers can help to build stronger relationships with consumers, policymakers, and other stakeholders, and work towards a more sustainable and equitable agricultural system.
question:Who were some of the notable individuals who lived in the Lateran Palace?
answer:1. Popes - The Lateran Palace was the residence of the Popes for almost a millennium, beginning with Pope Sergius III in the 10th century. 2. Emperor Frederick Barbarossa - The German Emperor stayed at the palace during his visit to Rome in 1184. 3. Emperor Henry VII - The Holy Roman Emperor, Henry VII, resided in the palace during his failed campaign to restore imperial authority in Italy. 4. Cola di Rienzo - A prominent political leader in 14th-century Rome, Cola di Rienzo briefly used the palace as his seat of power. 5. Napoleon Bonaparte - The French Emperor occupied the Lateran Palace during his military campaign in Italy in the early 19th century.
question:What makes the Lateran Palace so historically significant?
answer:The Lateran Palace is considered historically significant for several reasons: 1. Residence of the Popes - The Lateran Palace served as the residence of the Popes for almost a millennium, from the 10th century until the 14th century. During this time, the palace was the center of the Catholic Church, where important decisions were made and significant events took place. 2. Seat of the Papacy - The Lateran Palace was the site of some of the most important Church councils, including the First Council of the Lateran, which established the doctrine of transubstantiation. 3. Architectural Significance - The Lateran Palace is considered an important example of Romanesque architecture, with its impressive façade, arched windows and ornate decorations. 4. Cultural Significance - The Lateran Palace is also home to many important art and historical works, including the Scala Santa, a staircase believed to have been climbed by Jesus during his trial. 5. Historical Significance - The Lateran Palace played a significant role in the political history of Rome, serving as the residence of monarchs and leaders throughout the centuries.