One farmer discusses what Independence Day means to him
By Diego Flammini
Staff Writer
Farms.com
On July 4, 1776, the Founding Fathers signed the Declaration of Independence, which explained to the world why 13 British colonies considered themselves independent states, and not subject to British rule.
The states declared they have the “full Power to levy War, conclude Peace, contract Alliances, establish Commerce, and to do all other Acts and Things which Independent States may of right to do,” the document says.
On July 4, 2023, the United States will celebrate its 247th Independence Day.
As Americans, we will celebrate in multiple ways, whether it’s a cookout with friends, a trip to the beach or a dip in a swimming pool with Old Glory flying proudly.
Chris Davis will be on his Wisconsin Dells, Wis., dairy and crop farm that day while his employees have the day off.
For Davis, the American farm is a great symbol of the July 4 celebrations.
“Part of America’s dream was to be independent, and where better to see that than a farm?” he said. “I have the ability to do what I want and set my own destiny. I don’t have to plant corn or soybeans if I don’t want to. I can be a big farm or I can be a small farm, that’s my choice. When I look around at my farm and other farms like it, they truly are beacons of our independence.”
Once Davis completes the daily tasks on the farm, he likes to enjoy Independence Day.
That includes a cookout with another farm family, and always making time to see fireworks.
A piece of property he owns provides the perfect vantage point to watch the sky light up.
“It has a very steep hill with a high point,” he said. “My family and I I can sit on top of that hill, or in a corn field or hay field, from 9:00 to 11:00 and watch seven or eight different displays going on at the same time. It’s a great time to reminisce a little bit and taking everything in.”
How do you celebrate July 4 on your farm?
Post your photos and tag @FarmsNews to show us.