Best Field Agricultural Engineering Podcasts (2025)

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The Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy Explained 49:02

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In this episode, Tony Mensing sits down with Dr. Matt Helmers to explore the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy (INRS)—an initiative launched in 2013 to reduce nitrogen and phosphorus runoff into the Mississippi River and Gulf of Mexico by 45%. Dr. Helmers breaks down the science and policy behind the strategy, highlighting the roles of both agricult…

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Mushrooms, Veggies, Meat and More! From Farmers Market to on Farm Cider House at 1000 Stone Farm: EP33 1:34:24

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Text me a message! Today’s Episode comes to you from Brookfield Vermont where we visit with Kyle Dodda and Betsy Simpson of 1000 Stone Farm. They’ve got many balls in the air with a wide range of crops from veggies to perennial fruit, eggs and meat, hard cider and a restaurant. They sell retail out of a farmstore, wholesale, CSA & go to a farmers m…

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Enjoying Retirement While Still Living on the Farm with Dave Pierson of Pierson Farm: EP32 1:08:10

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Text me a message! Today’s Episode comes to you from Bradford Vermont where we visit with David Pierson of Pierson Farm. After 42 years of running a mixed vegetable farm to supply a roadside farm stand, with 3 acres of strawberries being one of the big draws, he was able to retire, leasing the farm to a long time employee Dan. We start off the epis…

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Increasing Acreage & Narrowing the Crop Mix with John Hirsch at Clearfield Farm: EP31 1:47:50

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Text me a message! Today’s episode comes from Granville Vermont where we visit with John Hirsch of Clearfield Farm. With over 10 years under his belt he’s refined his farm business to be lean on labor and focused in scope as his primary crops are wholesale carrots and potatoes. He’s also excited to be getting into grain and doing more intensive rot…

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The Electric Nitrogen Project 27:11

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Welcome to Let's Talk Agri-Tech, the podcast from the UK Agri-Tech Centre. In this episode, we speak to Burak Karadag, Founder and CTO of Debye Ltd, to discuss his transition from aerospace engineering to agriculture and his work on plasma-based nitrogen fixation, particularly in the Electric Nitrogen project in collaboration with the UK Agri-Tech …

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Agribot and the Grassland Modelling project 42:38

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Welcome to Let's Talk Agri-Tech, the podcast from the UK Agri-Tech Centre. In this episode, we are joined by Chris Knight from Agribot and Mike Jones from the UK Agri Tech Centre to talk about the Grassland Modelling Project and discuss how artificial intelligence, satellite data and climate models are transforming agriculture. Follow us on your fa…

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Old Tractors with New Tools, New Barn & Commercial Kitchen at Four Corners Farm with Trip Shaw: EP30 58:04

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Text me a message! Today’s episode comes to you from Worthington Massachusetts where we visit with Trip Shaw of Four Corners Farm. He’s been growing over 16 years and produces over 8 acres of mixed vegetables for his newly built farmstand. We start off the episodes in this new farm building which has a front porch, farmstand, wash/pack space, walk-…

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High Tunnels & Field Crops, the Farming Journey of Kagan & Elise of Blackbird Organics: EP29 1:18:50

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Text me a message! Today’s episode comes to you from Plainfield Vermont where we visit with Kagen Dewey and Elise Magnant of Blackbird Organics. They’ve been farming since 2018 and have set their roots on their own farm with high tunnels and field production. We start off the visit with a tour of the greenhouses, walk around the fields, then circle…

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Beyond shiny technology 30:23

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Welcome back to the Let's Talk Agri-Tech, where we explore the role of innovation and technology in the future of farming. This mini series is built around the insights from our latest report, Innovation and Technology: The Farmer’s Perspective, which captures the views of farmers on what they need from agri-tech, the barriers to adoption and how w…

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Knowledge in motion 24:51

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Welcome back to Let's Talk Agri-Tech, where we explore the role of innovation and technology in the future of farming. This mini-series is built around the insights from our latest report, Innovation and Technology: The Farmer’s Perspective, which captures the views of farmers on what they need from agri-tech, the barriers to adoption, and how we c…

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Fit for the field 25:39

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Welcome back to Let's Talk Agri-Tech, where we explore the role of innovation and technology in the future of farming. This mini-series is built around the insights from our latest report, Innovation and Technology: The Farmer’s Perspective, which captures the views of farmers on what they need from agri-tech, the barriers to adoption, and how we c…

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Insights from the farm 17:41

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Welcome back to Let's Talk Agri-Tech, where we explore the role of innovation and technology in the future of farming. Sofia Hirscher and Thomas Slattery kick off this mini-series, built around the insights from our latest report, Innovation and Technology: The Farmer’s Perspective, which captures the views of farmers on what they need from agri-te…

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Bob Gray Reflects on His Life Being a Farmer at 4 Corners Farm: EP28 1:22:19

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Text me a message! Today’s episode comes to you from Newbury Vermont, where we visit with Bob Gray of 4 Corners Farm. He and his wife Kim purchased the farm in the late 1970’s after finding success selling their abundance of vegetables at a farmers market and overtime built a highly diversified farm that supports them and their children. Bob shares…

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Starting up a Diverse & Collaborative Farm with Spencer & Jake from The Farm Upstream: EP27 1:08:09

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Text me a message! Today’s episode comes to you from Jericho Vermont where we visit with Spencer Hardy and Jake Kornfeld of The Farm Upstream (https://www.thefarmupstream.com). They are friends who are just setting roots on this new farm and share how they've structured their business to grow collaboratively to support multiple households. Support …

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30 Years of Farming with Andrew Knafel of Clear Brook Farm: EP26 1:24:54

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Text me a message! Today’s episode comes to you from Shaftsbury Vermont where we visit with Andrew Knafel of Clear Brook Farm. As he just farmed for the 30th season we reflect on how they grows on about 30 acres and in 11 greenhouses. He markets mixed vegetables and bedding plants mostly all sold from his retail farmstand. We start off the episode …

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From engineering to project management: A conversation with Chioma Ezeanaka 24:45

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On International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2025, the UK Agri-Tech Centre celebrates the remarkable contributions of women in our organisation. We sit down with Chioma Ezeanaka, Project Manager at the UK Agri-Tech Centre, to explore her inspiring journey. With expertise spanning biological sciences and electronic engineering to project manag…

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Perspectives on Agricultural Mechanisation During the Fourth Industrial Revolution - 09 26:10

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This episode features a conversation between Dr Udhav Maharaj and Mr. Charles Nicklin, the CEO of the Institution of Agricultural Engineers (IAgrE), United Kingdom. Their discussion revolves around the evolution of agricultural mechanization over time, exploring its advantages for consumers as well as its potential drawbacks. Mr Nicklin can be foun…

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The Role of Agricultural Engineers in Mechanising Smallholder Farmers - 08 35:23

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This episode feauters Dr Maharaj and Mr David Moore from Ireland. Mr Moore, who is the co-founder of Regerators, is currently based in Ethiopia to launch smallholder farmers mechanisation-based initiatives. Send us a text By the South African Institute of Agricultural EngineersBy Agricultural Engineering Podcast

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The Role of Agricultural Engineers in Mechanization and Modernization of Agriculture - 07 27:56

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In our latest episode, Dr. Maharaj interviewed Professor Srivasta from the Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering at Michigan State University, United States of America. The professor shared his journey to becoming an Agricultural Engineer and discussed his current work in the field of mechanisation. This role has enabled him to enga…

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Completely Flooded 3 Times in 2 Seasons | Foote Brook Farm: EP25 1:34:49

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Text me a message! Today’s episode comes to you from Johnson Vermont where we visit with Tony and Joie Lehouillier of Foote Brook Farm. They grow sod, and 35 acres of vegetables for both wholesale markets and their on-farm store. We start off the episode seeing what’s growing in one of the greenhouses in early December, take a look in the farm stan…

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Swine Barn Winter Readiness 21:53

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Tony Mensing and Brett Ramirez discuss the importance of preparing swine barns for winter. Key steps include ensuring equipment functionality, particularly fans and heaters, and maintaining a tight barn to prevent air leaks. Regular maintenance and checks are essential for effective winter ventilation. Winter Ventilation Checklist AE 3553B…

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The TRUTH Project 26:11

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Welcome to Let's Talk Agri-Tech. In this episode, we welcome Clemmie Gleeson, Head of Communications at BOFIN and Dr Emma Chapelhow, Open Programme Coordinator and soil health specialist at the UK Agri-Tech Centre. In this episode, we're talking about healthy soils and the Thriving Roots Underpinning Total Soil Health (TRUTH) Project. Clemmie discu…

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Spencer Blackwell of Elmer Farm: EP24 1:44:30

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Text me a message! Today’s episode comes to you from Middlebury Vermont where we visit with Spencer Blackwell of Elmer Farm. He’s been growing for 30 years and built this property up from a homestead to a CSA & wholesale vegetable farming growing crops on over 7 acres. We start off with a tour checking out the wash and pack area, then hop in the tr…

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The Role of Agricultural Engineers in Aquaculture and Hydroponics Farming Fields - 06 56:46

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We had a conversation with Tumiso Ngoepe, a certified professional engineer (ECSA) from Limpopo, about Aquaculture and Hydroponics. She shared information regarding various projects she has been involved in, including the Ntompi Seleka aquaculture initiative. You can find Tumiso on LinkeIn as : Tumiso Ngoepe (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tumiso-ngoe…

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Building a Farm & Retiring to Hike & Ski - Tim & Janet Taylor of Crossroad Farm: EP23 1:53:24

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Text me a message! Today's episode comes to you from Post Mills Vermont where we visit with Tim and Janet Taylor of Crossroad Farm. They are recently retired from a 40+year farming career growing over 50 acres and 20 greenhouses of diversified vegetables. What started out as a garden turned into a business that was able to be sold and retired off f…

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The Role of Agricultural Engineers in Energy for Agricultural Practices - 05 49:21

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This episode features Mr Louis Lagrange discussing agricultural engineers' involvement in the energy sector. He stresses the importance of continuous education for engineers to develop expertise in energy-related fields. Additionally, Mr Lagrange highlights circular economy as a key approach to enhancing energy efficiency in engineering designs. Co…

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Challenges During Soybean Harvest 19:56

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Fall harvest is here and in this episode we discuss adjusting combine settings, measuring field and harvest losses, and ensuring the safe operation of equipment. Publications mentioned in the podcast are PM 573: Profitable Soybean Harvesting, PM 574: Profitable Corn Harvesting, and PM 1636: Soybean Harvesting and Drying.…

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Innovation in Livestock and Aquaculture 40:02

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Welcome to Let's talk Agri-Tech. In this episode we will be talking to Martin Sutcliffe, Aquaculture Innovation lead and Megan Powell, Innovation Associate - Livestock to discuss our most recent thought leadership report 'Livestock and Aquaculture: Shaping the next ten years'. We'll introduce you to the opportunities and challenges faced by the ind…

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Women in Engineering - 04 58:25

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This episode features Ms Faith Mdhluli, the Director of Sustainable Resource Management at Mpumalanga Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs, who discusses the role of women in Engineering. As a Mandela Washington fellow, Ms. Mdhluli offers valuable insights based on her extensive experience in a field traditionally dominated by men. She…

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Jake Guest - Killdeer Farm: EP22 1:35:45

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Text me a message! Today's episode comes to you from Ely Vermont where we visit with Jake Guest of Killdeer Farm. Like many interviews we start with a tour around the farm where we visit his perfectly rectangular fields in sandy soil where he grows carrots and cilantro and spinach. Jake shares a bit about cover cropping, cultivation, and dealing wi…

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Leprino x UK Agri-Tech Centre: The Future- Is It Bright? 2:26:29

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After many high hopes, we need to answer these questions: What is likely to get in the way? From our farmer's perspective, what are the barriers to change? Episode Host, Ben Williams from Leprino Foods also discusses the broader challenges to food system transformation with Charlie Curtis of the Cool Farm Alliance and outlines how, once we have bro…

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Leprino x UK Agri-Tech Centre: Soil health and regenerative agriculture 1:26:02

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What’s the big deal on regenerative agriculture? Why are our soils so important? Does regenerative agriculture mean a step back in time or can we adopt more recent innovation? Episode hosts, Helen Brookes from UK Agri-Tech Centre & Ben Williams from Leprino Foods discuss these questions and hear from famers that have utilised products and seen some…

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The Role of Agricultural Engineers in Flood Prediction and Management - 03 33:16

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Ever wondered how agricultural engineers are revolutionizing the way we predict and manage floods? Join us for a captivating conversation with Dr. Maharaj, an Agricultural Engineering PhD graduate specialising in hydrological engineering and Modelling as he walks us through his groundbreaking research on improving flood prediction accuracy. Explore…

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Leprino x UK Agri-Tech Centre: Efficiency! What to do you think I'm trying to do 2:13:44

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Efficiency, bloody efficiency! Everyone says you should be more efficient, but very few have told you how to make that happen. Episode hosts, Helen Brookes from UK Agri-Tech Centre & Ben Williams from Leprino Foods are joined by the very talented Michael Blanche of Pasture Pod, the team from Dairy Insights and Fedden-USP to discuss one such pilot p…

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Leprino x UK Agri-Tech Centre: Feed Efficiency 2:03:07

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You’d think we’d have covered all things feed when discussing soy but there is more to feeding cattle than meets the eye. 'From discussions on synthetic amino acids to magic beans and methane inhibitors, episode hosts Helen Brookes from UK Agri-Tech Centre & Ben Williams from Leprino Foods, alongside guests from ADM and Perfekt Cow, unpack the ups …

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Leprino x UK Agri-Tech Centre: Going Soy free 2:23:47

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Somebody had a bright idea, but was it a good one, can it be delivered and is soy really the ‘best feed’? In this episode, our hosts Helen Brookes from UK Agri-Tech Centre & Ben Williams from Leprino Foods are joined by guests from Wynnstay, Massey Feeds and Trouw Nutrition and Farmers to discuss the art of the possible, the bold steps that are bei…

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Leprino x UK Agri-Tech Centre: Why Change? 2:40:35

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UK Agri-Tech Centre and Leprino have teamed up to discuss a variety of issues in the sector and are joined by a series of special guests. In this episode, our hosts Helen Brookes from UK Agri-Tech Centre & Ben Williams from Leprino Foods hear from household names Heart with Smart (Pizza Hut Restaurants) and Dominos on what is driving the sustainabi…

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Welcome to Let's Talk Agri-Tech 1:39

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Welcome to Let's Talk Agri-Tech, the UK Agri-Tech Centre's new podcast series. Join us as we delve into the dynamic world of agri-tech and sustainable agriculture, exploring the latest insights and breakthroughs from industry pioneers, researchers and innovators. Through conversation, this podcast aims to accelerate agri-tech ambitions, bridge the …

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Role of Agricultural Engineers in Food Processing - 02 46:34

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Join us for an engaging dialogue with Jan-Paul Smit on the essential role of engineers in food processing. You can find Jan-Paul Smit on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jan-paul-smit-370612113/ For any questions related to the Agricultural Engineering podcast contact Senzo on [email protected]. Send us a text By the South African Institute of…

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An Overview of Agricultural Engineering - 01 57:07

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Tune in for an insightful discussion providing an overview of the field of Agricultural Engineering, including an exclusive interview with Ms. Ipeleng Maroo-Maseko. You can find Ipeleng on LinkedIn as Keamogetsoe(Ipeleng): https://www.linkedin.com/in/keamogetsoe-ipeleng-maroo-maseko-01053914/ For any questions related to the Agricultural Engineerin…

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Welcome to the Agricultural Engineering Podcast - 00 1:55

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Welcome to the Agricultural Engineering podcast! This podcast is brought to you by agricultural engineering professionals who are members of the South African Institute of Agricultural Engineers. The Royal Academy of Engineering funded the podcast to provide current and topical information and interviews on various subjects in the agricultural engi…

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Lisa MacDougall of Mighty Food Farm: EP21 1:41:48

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Text me a message! Today’s episode comes to you from Shaftsbury Vermont, where we visit with Lisa McDougall of Mighty Food Farm. We start off the episode with a tour through her seven greenhouses and glance at some of the equipment that she’s using to farm over 14 acres of vegetables. We then pull up a stool in the greenhouse and have a deeper conv…

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Jacob Mills of McDonald Farm Stand: EP20 1:27:16

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Text me a message! Today’s Episode comes to you from Danville Vermont where we visit with Jacob Mills of McDonald Farm Stand. We start off the show with a tour of a newly built 30x40 wash/pack space. Then continue through several high tunnels and talk about spinach, tomatoes, tulips and more. We talk about field production as well and wrap the epis…

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Adam's Berry Farm - Berry Farm Business Development : EP19 1:33:23

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Text me a message! Today’s episode comes to you from Charlotte Vermont, where we visit with Adam Hausmann and Jessica Sanford of Adam’s Berry Farm. Today’s visit is part 2. The previous episode was a farm tour and a field walk through the berry plants, high tunnels and barn. This episode shares the growing practices, farming history, and steps towa…

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Adam's Berry Farm - Field Walk/Farm Tour : EP18 1:36:53

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Text me a message! Today’s episode comes to you from Charlotte Vermont, where we visit with Adam Hausmann and Jessica Sanford of Adams Berry Farm. Our visit today will be split into two episodes, the first one, is a walking tour of his blueberry fields, and strawberry patches, and raspberry plantings. We step inside the high tunnels to look at the …

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John & Peter of Shenk's Berry Farm & Hillside Cultivator: EP17 2:08:11

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Text me a message! Today’s episode comes to you from Lancaster County Pennsylvania in a town called Lititz, where we visit John and Peter Shenk of Shenk’s Berry Farm. While their farm may not ring a bell, you may have seen these guys at a trade show or recognize their side business especially if you are into strawberries as they also run the compan…

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Pooh Sprague - Edgewater Farm: EP16 2:32:52

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Text me a message! Today’s episode comes to you from Plainfield, New Hampshire where we visit with Pooh Sprague of Edgewater Farm. This episode is a bit of a ramble as a 50 year career in farming is expected to be! That being said in this episode Pooh Shares: How he got started in the early 70’s Selling bedding plants Labor challenges 100 acres, ov…

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Geo Honigford - Hurricane Flats Farm: EP15 2:07:58

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Text me a message! This episode comes to you from South Royalton Vermont Where we visit with Geo Honigford of Hurricane Flats Farm. He’s grown mixed vegetables, popcorn, and hay for 26 years. He also made the decision to sell his farm just a few years ago and pursue a different career path. I thought this was unique and wanted to chat with him abou…

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Becca Burke - The Meadow Farmstead: EP14 27:37

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Text me a message! Today’s episode comes to you from Au Sable Forks New York where we visit with Becca Burke of The Meadow Farmstead. She’s managed a diversified vegetable farm and CSA for the last few years on the Vermont side of lake Champlain, but finally landed some growing space of her own over in New York. She hit the ground running and I vis…

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The Naked HomeFront - Ryan & Genica: EP13 2:04:11

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Text me a message! Today’s episode comes to you from Hyde Park Vermont where we meet with Ryan Demerast and Genica Breitenbeck. They run two businesses off of their farm of less than 3 acres. Ryan runs Naked Acre Farm, and Genica runs a gardening service business called Home Front Gardens. Together we sat down as they shared their winding paths int…