Gilbert farms: Valley a 'gem for fifth-generation Idaho growers

摘要

Farming and family. For Richard Gilbert the two could not be more intertwined; the words are almost synonymous for this potato farmer and rancher in Grace, Idaho. Gilberts have been breaking the soil in the Gem Valley in southeast Idaho for five generations when including Richard's sons and daughter. To say that farming is a family affair for Richard Gilbert is a bit of an understatement. His greatgrandfather came from England to this southeast Idaho community and Gilberts have been farming this fertile valley ever since. "My whole life" Richard Gilbert said, when asked how long he's been a potato farmer. "Basically, my whole life with my dad."