Bella & Peaches: A Jersey 4-H Story

This episode of The Jersey Buzz Podcast shines a spotlight on Bella, a Jersey teen with a BIG heart for animals and agriculture!  A passionate Burlington County 4-H member, and her beloved Jersey cow, Peaches. 

From sleeping beside her cow at the Burlington County Farm Fair to raising emus in her backyard, Bella’s story is a heartwarming look at how New Jersey kids are keeping agriculture alive.

 Listeners will get a glimpse into the real responsibilities of caring for farm animals, the joy of being part of a supportive 4-H community, and Bella’s dreams of becoming a large-animal veterinarian.

Through laughter, lessons, and heartfelt moments, this conversation reminds us that agriculture isn’t just about farming—it’s about family, friendship, and future leaders like Bella who carry the tradition forward. Whether you’re a parent considering 4-H for your child, an animal lover, or simply curious about farm fair life, this episode brings Jersey’s agricultural spirit to life.

INTERVIEW HIGHLIGHTS

• Bella’s journey raising Peaches the Jersey cow from calf to 3 years old

• Why cows can be like giant, gentle dogs (yes, even couch-like companions!)

• Life on a small family farm with horses, goats, and even emus

• Daily responsibilities of a 4-H teen: feeding, mucking stalls, fixing fences

• How 4-H and Burlington County Farm Fair shape leadership and friendships

• The challenges (and funny surprises) of raising unique animals like emus

• Bella’s future goals: veterinary medicine and equine care

• The importance of 4-H & FFA in building life skills for kids without farms