Lydia is a part of three generations of her family that are currently farming at Dresbach Farms located in Southern Ohio. Lydia is one of three grandchildren who have been able to return to the family farm, through the stacking of enterprises. She currently manages all of the direct marketing for Dresbach Farms, has her own herd of cattle, has a large role in the agritourism events hosted on the farm, dabbles in vegetable production, and assists with the managing of the farming operation.
Candy Thomas, Salina, Kansas, is a regional soil health specialist in the Kansas state office of USDA-NRCS. Serving in an advisory role on the board of directors since 2013, Candy believes NRCS goals align closely with those of No-till on the Plains in helping people help the land. NRCS has developed many tools and standards to help farmers improve soil health and soil conservation. She holds a master's degree in agronomy from Iowa State University. Candy and her husband also operate a diversified farm on the Iowa Missouri border.
