Best Hyrdroponics Podcasts (2025)

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881: Tom Spellman on Fruit Trees in Extreme Heat - A Tree Chat 49:39

16h ago49:39

49:39

In This Podcast: Greg Peterson from Urban Farm Fruit Tree Program and Tom Spellman, a seasoned nursery expert with Dave Wilson Nursery, discuss the intricacies of managing fruit trees in a changing climate. They provide an educational overview of effective fruit tree planting and maintenance techniques. Key topics include the importance of proper p…

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880: Rachel Opio on Farming, Healing Soil and Growing Communities 43:53

8d ago43:53

43:53

Little Lighthouse Farm's Big Impact In This Podcast: In this heartfelt interview, Rachel Opio shares her journey from a career in HR tech to becoming the founder of Little Lighthouse Farm, an urban farm in Phoenix. She discusses her background in data analytics, her mother's inspiring legacy as an educator and gardener, and how her mother's battle …

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879: Bevin Cohen on Growing Herbs in Every Season. 31:35

11d ago31:35

31:35

Exploring Nature's Herbal Bounty. In This Podcast: Greg welcomes returning guest Bevin Cohen, an award-winning author and owner of Small House Farm, to discuss Bevin's new book, 'Herbs in Every Season.' The conversation delves into Bevin's holistic approach to herbs, focusing on their various uses throughout the year—from medicinal to culinary appl…

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878: Matthew Geldin on Building Neighborhood Farms. 31:30

15d ago31:30

31:30

Let's change how far our food travels. In This Podcast: Host Greg Peterson interviews Matthew Geldin, head farmer at Farmscape in Southern California, about creating sustainable neighborhood food systems. Farmscape is the largest urban farming company in California, specializing in food-focused landscaping for various scales including backyard gard…

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877: Permaculture Principle 'Observation' with Don Titmus 43:25

22d ago43:25

43:25

A Garden Chat with Don Titmus Join Farmer Greg Peterson and Don Titmus, a horticulturist and permaculturist dive into month 2 of their yearlong discussion of the principles of permaculture. They discuss foundational aspects of observation, protracted and thoughtful observation (PATO), and the importance of understanding local environments. They als…

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876: Wicking Garden Beds with Ray Jess 36:25

25d ago36:25

36:25

A Rosie On The House Replay In this episode we explore the concept of wicking bed gardens, hosted by Romey Romero & Farmer Greg, our guest is Ray Jess, a Master Gardener and hard goods manager of the Urban Farm Fruit Tree Program Store. Ray explains his journey from traditional gardening, which he has practiced since childhood in Central California…

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875: Building a Local Seed Economy with Bill McDorman 43:34

29d ago43:34

43:34

A Seed Chat with Bill McDorman In this episode, the focus is on the importance of building resilient local seed and food economies. They elaborate on the six stages of the food economy — growing, harvesting, distribution, preparation, eating, and disposal — and stress the need for these processes to be circular, emphasizing composting and waste reu…

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874: High Yield Small Space Organic Gardening with Christy Wilhelmi 35:17

1M ago35:17

35:17

The Gardenerd strikes again. In This Podcast: Returning guest Christy Wilhelmi discusses her new book, 'High Yield Small Space Organic Gardening.' Christy, founder of Garden Nerd, shares her expertise on small space, biointensive, and organic gardening techniques that allow her to generate up to 70% of her family's produce from just 300 square feet…

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873: Agrihoods with Sarah Rosenberger and Matthew Geldin 44:42

1M ago44:42

44:42

Diving into community design with Agrihoods In This Podcast: We dive into what AgriHoods are and their transformative impact on communities. Hosts Sarah Rosenberger and Matthew Geldin from Farmscape discuss their roles and experiences with AgriHood projects. Sarah explains her background in urban farming and her journey through various community-ba…

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872: Erik Fabian on Sourdough Success 46:31

1M ago46:31

46:31

Sourdough Tools and Tricks for Bakers In This Podcast: Greg interviews Erik Fabian, co-founder of Sourhouse, about his journey and the innovations his company brings to sourdough baking. Sourhouse, based in Asheville, creates tools for home bakers, including a countertop device called Goldie. Erik shares his background as a home baker and marketer,…

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871: Permaculture Ethics, Principles and Practice 41:29

2M ago41:29

41:29

A Garden Chat with Don Titmus Join Farmer Greg Peterson and Don Titmus, a horticulturist and permaculturist as they reflect on their 20-year friendship and shared journey in permaculture. They outline the fundamental principles and ethics of permaculture focusing on Earth care, people care, and fair share. This episodes sets the stage for a series …

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870: Community Seed Saving with Bill McDorman 46:27

2M ago46:27

46:27

Our monthly Seed Chat at SeedChat.org In This Podcast: In this month's Seed Chat, Greg Peterson and Bill McDorman discuss seed planting, soil temperatures, and techniques for successful gardening. They talk about the Great American Seed Up initiative, which aims to provide communities with affordable seeds through bulk purchases and local events. H…

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869: Paige Mollen on Farm to School Programs 38:28

2M ago38:28

38:28

A Rosie On The House Radio Show Replay In This Podcast: Rosie on the House replay features Romey Romero, Farmer Greg and Paige Mollen from the Mollen Foundation discussing the Garfield Farm to School initiative. They discuss the importance of connecting children to their food sources through local food procurement, school gardens, and food educatio…

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868: Tempe Garden Girls on Transforming Local Food 1:00:28

2M ago1:00:28

1:00:28

Erin and Elise are out to change the local food economy. In This Podcast: Greg speaks with Erin Erickson and her mother, Elise Pitterly, who are part of a mother-daughter team aiming to transform the food economy in Phoenix. They own a small urban farm in South Tempe where they grow a variety of produce and raise poultry. Erin, with a background in…

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867: What is a Permaculture Design Course with the Asheville Permaculture Crew 46:57

2M ago46:57

46:57

Join Beatrice, Laura and Bevelyn discussing permaculture. In This Podcast: Beatrice Nathan, Laura Ruby, and Bevelyn Okla, discuss their personal journeys and collective efforts in promoting permaculture. Beatrice, a permaculture educator, began her journey in home gardening and sustainability. Laura's experience includes studying permaculture desig…

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866: Maureen Ballatori on Understanding Regenerative Agriculture 43:17

2M ago43:17

43:17

From farm to future! In This Podcast: Join Greg as he chats with Maureen Ballatori, founder and CEO of Agency29, an award-winning creative agency for food, beverage, and agricultural brands. Maureen shares her journey from growing up on a dairy farm in upstate New York to creating Agency29 in response to the 2008 economic downturn. The discussion c…

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865: Kane Wilton on Seeds, Community, and Regenerative Growth. 27:11

3M ago27:11

27:11

Transforming our communities through seeds In This Podcast: Kane Wilton, an organic farmer, garden designer, and seed enthusiast, co-founded the 1904 Project in Salem, Oregon, to connect and empower individuals toward regenerative and local food. His gardening journey began with growing flowers for his wife, eventually leading to a deep passion for…

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864: Ocean Robbins on Revolutionizing our Global Food Culture 31:22

3M ago31:22

31:22

How our food choices impact our health. In This Podcast: Greg interviews Ocean Robbins, co-founder and CEO of the Food Revolution Network, who discusses his lifelong activism and efforts in promoting healthy, ethical, and sustainable food choices. Robbins shares his journey that began with activism at a young age, including a successful nonprofit f…

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863: Farmer Greg on Starting Your Spring Garden 39:26

3M ago39:26

39:26

A Rosie On The House Radio Show Replay In This Podcast: Farmer Greg and Romey discuss getting your garden started. They emphasize the importance of thoughtful garden placement to harness microclimates and proper sun exposure. Greg shares strategies for garden planning, utilizing different water sources like gray water and rainwater harvesting, and …

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862: Dirt Craft Organics on Building Healthy Soil. 34:10

3M ago34:10

34:10

Cultivating Soil: The Dirt Craft Story In This Podcast: We feature Adam Schwartz and Sarah Murphy, founders of Dirt Craft Living Soils, a company that creates high-quality, peat-free soil mixes for organic farmers and gardeners in the Southeast. Adam and Sarah discuss their backgrounds in farming and environmentalism, their move to North Carolina, …

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861: Ashley Williamson on planting orchards to transform communities 36:19

3M ago36:19

36:19

Giving Grove uses fruit trees as community engagement tools In This Podcast: Ashley Williamson of The Giving Grove discusses her journey and efforts to foster community through the planting of fruit trees. With a background in social work and international experience from the Peace Corps, Ashley co-leads the nonprofit organization that supports the…

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860: Julia Dakin on Wild Nutrition: Seed Saving for Wellness. 41:21

4M ago41:21

41:21

Exploring how seed saving can bring more nutrition to your plate. In This Podcast: Julia Dakin talks about Eating on the Wild Side. Greg and Julie discuss the nutritional and health benefits of wild and heirloom foods compared to their modern counterparts. They dive into uncovering how our food choices have evolved and the impact on our health and …

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859: Holistic Gardening Insights with Janis Norton - A Rosie Replay 39:24

4M ago39:24

39:24

Learning Holistic Gardening through Permaculture Principle In This Podcast: of Rosie on the House, Janis Norton the manager of all things Urban Farm, Romey Romero and Farmer Greg discuss holistic gardening and permaculture. They define holistic gardening as considering the entire ecosystem, including your yard and neighborhood. The conversation cov…

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858: Seeds of Innovation and Natural Harmony 41:49

4M ago41:49

41:49

A Seed Chat with Bill McDorman In this episode, Greg Peterson from Urban Farm U and Bill McDorman discuss seed-saving and the importance of embracing creativity and chaos in gardening, particularly during winter. They delve into personal anecdotes about sustainable practices and running businesses, highlighting the intersections of fear, excitement…

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857: Rebecca Newburn on Building Seed Swap Resources 23:55

4M ago23:55

23:55

Seed exchange resources, tips and tools. In This Podcast: Rebecca Newburn, discusses the importance and logistics of organizing seed swaps. She explains the benefits of seed swaps, including local adaptation of seeds and community connections. Then highlights various resources she's created, such as organizing guides, seed swap participants guides,…

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856: Mike Clow on Technology on the Homestead 49:46

4M ago49:46

49:46

Balancing Technology and Nature in Homesteading In This Podcast: Mike Clow, a homesteader, engineer, and co-founder of Desert Life Ranch, discusses his journey from suburban life to sustainable living in the Arizona desert. He emphasizes the importance of integrating technology like solar power and aquaponics to enhance self-reliance and sustainabi…

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855: David Stelzer on revolutionizing organic food distribution. 1:06:38

4M ago1:06:38

1:06:38

Changing the way we stock our pantries. In This Podcast: David Stelzer, founder and CEO of Azure Standard, discusses the evolution of his company from selling organic grain out of his pickup truck to building a nationwide organic food distribution network. David shares his personal journey into organic farming, inspired by his parents' commitment t…

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854: Debbie Piesen on Building Home Scale DC Grids. 48:54

4M ago48:54

48:54

Living Energy Farm's Renewable Journey Explained. In This Podcast: Debbie Piesen from Living Energy Farm discusses sustainable energy systems and microgrids. Debbie explains her journey and the challenges of living off-grid without fossil fuels. She shares the benefits and challenges of DC microgrids over AC systems and the importance of good desig…

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853: Dianne Blazek on Insights on Plant Breeding. 31:15

4M ago31:15

31:15

Understanding how plants get from seed to our gardens. In This Podcast: We interview Diane Blazek, the executive director of All America Selections and National Garden Bureau, about the process of plant innovation and how new plant varieties make their way into gardens. Diane explains the various stages a plant goes through—from breeding to distrib…

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852: Post Hurricane Helene Ag Help - A Garden Chat with Alyson Wade 53:55

5M ago53:55

53:55

852: Post Hurricane Helene Ag Help A Garden Chat with Alyson Wade In This Garden Chat: In this episode Greg, interviews Alison Wade, founder of Farm Connection. Alison shares her diverse journey from earning three engineering degrees to starting her own nursery in North Carolina. They delve into the impacts of a recent hurricane on local farms and …

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851: Exploring Seed Conferences - A Seed Chat with Julia Dakin 37:13

5M ago37:13

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851: Seed Conferences A Seed Chat with Special Guest Julia Dakin In this episode, Greg from Urban Farm U hosts a seed chat with Julia Dakin, co-founder of the nonprofit Going to Seed. They discuss Julia's work in promoting seed sovereignty and adapting crops to local conditions. Julia shares her mission of transforming agriculture from an industria…

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850: Winter Growing in the Desert with Jordan Stejskal - A Rosie Replay 38:46

5M ago38:46

38:46

850: Winter Growing in the Desert with Jordan Stejskal A Rosie On The House Radio Show Replay In This Podcast: This episode of Rosie on the House features Farmer Greg, Romey Romero and guest Jordan Stejskal discussing desert winter gardening. They include the benefits of growing plants from October to May and the variety of plants suitable for this…

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849: Meghan Baker on Navigating Cooperative Extension Programs. 40:38

5M ago40:38

40:38

849: Meghan Baker on Navigating Cooperative Extension Programs. Helping farmers find success. In This Podcast horticultural professional Meghan Baker discusses the intricacies of small farm management and the vital role of Cooperative Extension agents. Meghan shares her journey from a childhood fascination with nature to her current role as a small…

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848: Cultivating Ancient Grains for Modern Health - A Seed Chat with Bill McDorman 34:15

5M ago34:15

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848: Cultivating Ancient Grains for Modern Health A Seed Chat with Bill McDorman In this episode, Greg and Bill discuss the dual benefits of growing ancient grains for both gut health and gardening. They explore the nutritional advantages of ancient grains, such as spelt, emmer, and einkorn, and their lesser known intolerance to gluten. They also a…

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847: Jessie Dean on Farm to Teacup Tea and Hurricane Helene. 39:15

6M ago39:15

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847: Jessie Dean on Farm to Teacup Tea. And Hurricane Helene and the her business recovery. In This Podcast: We chat with Jessie Dean from Asheville Tea Company, about her farm to teacup business approach and the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene in September 2024. This episode was originally recorded in July 2024 prior to the hurricane. The s…

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846: Exploring Ancient Grain Traditions with Don Guerra - A Rosie Replay 39:19

6M ago39:19

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846: Exploring Ancient Grain Traditions with Don Guerra A Rosie On The House Radio Show Replay In This Podcast: In this episode replay of 'Rosie on the House,' the Urban Farming Hour features Don Guerra, founder of Barrio Bread in Tucson, Arizona. Don is an award-winning baker who began his community-supported bakery in his garage in 2009. Greg and…

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845: Keri Evjy on Her Regenerative Journey 44:32

6M ago44:32

44:32

845: Keri Evji's Regenerative Journey Designs for Ecological Change In This Podcast: Greg interviews Keri Evji, founder of Healing Roots Design LLC, a regenerative landscaping company in Asheville, North Carolina. Keri shares her journey of integrating nature's principles into her life and business, emphasizing a holistic approach to social and eco…

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844: Greg and Heidi's Hurricane Helene Experience 50:25

6M ago50:25

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844 - Greg & Heidi's Hurricane Helene Experience Greg Peterson and Heidi Lichte share their recent experiences dealing with Hurricane Helene, emphasizing the importance of community resilience and preparedness. They discuss their methods for surviving without power for seven days, such as using a rocket stove for cooking and a composting toilet, an…

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843: Planting in the Fall Garden with Nika Forte- A Rosie Replay 37:24

6M ago37:24

37:24

843: Planting in the Fall Garden - A Rosie Replay A Rosie On The House Radio Show Replay In This Podcast: Romey Romero, Farmer Greg and special guest Nika Forte discuss urban farming and the importance of fall gardening. Nika details her role as the Urban Farms Director at St. Vincent de Paul's Urban Farm and their efforts in combating food insecur…

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842: Food Preservation Techniques - A Garden Chat with Wendi Bergin 47:42

7M ago47:42

47:42

842: Preserving food with Wendi Bergin In This Garden Chat: Join Farmer Greg and Wendi Bergin - Wendi and Greg present an insightful overview of food preservation methods, emphasizing the importance of various techniques in extending the shelf life of different food items. They explore traditional methods like canning and pickling, alongside modern…

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Down on the Farm with Judith, Greg and Wendi - Special Bonus Episode 1:12:23

7M ago1:12:23

1:12:23

Down on the Farm with Judith Horvath, Wendi Bergin & Farmer Greg For a chat about what we are doing on our farms. Join Farmer Greg, Wendi Bergin and Judith Horvath as we chat about the various challenges we face and techniques we use on our farms. In this episode we chat about growing tomatoes, from heirloom varieties to the more consistent cherry …

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841: Wendi Bergin on Being Joyfully Prepared 52:55

7M ago52:55

52:55

841: Wendi Bergin on on Being Joyfully Prepared In This Podcast: Wendy Bergin, founder of Joyfully Prepared, shares her expertise and journey in gardening, homesteading, and preparedness, inspired by her family's sustainable living heritage. In her podcast, she offers practical advice on food storage, emergency readiness, and the importance of grat…

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840: Harvesting and Storing Seeds - A Seed Chat with Bill McDorman 44:31

7M ago44:31

44:31

841: Harvesting and Storing A Seed Chat with Bill McDorman In this episode, Greg Peterson from Urban Farm U and Bill McDorman host a monthly seed chat focused on harvesting and storing seeds. They discuss methods of dry and wet harvesting, particularly for tomatoes and squashes, and emphasize the importance of understanding plant families in seed c…

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839: Jeremy Chevalier on Food Forest Innovations 43:43

7M ago43:43

43:43

839: Jeremy Chevalier on Food Forest Innovations Building food in our everyday landscapes. In This Podcast: The podcast features Jeremy Chevalier, a Phoenix native and serial entrepreneur, who is pioneering urban food forest initiatives with his charity, Homegrown, aiming to combat food shortages by promoting regenerative agriculture and self-suffi…

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SPECIAL RE-RELEASE - Greg Peterson interviewed 50:24

7M ago50:24

50:24

Greg Peterson is currently in an area of North Carolina that is without power, water, cell or internet. They are okay for now because he has the permaculture and prepping skills he has honed over the last 40 decades. We do ask that you consider donating to local groups that are assisting in the recovery and assistance. We are donating to The Cajun …

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838: Austin Frerick on The Food Barons of our Time 34:36

8M ago34:36

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838: Austin Frerick on The Food Barons of our Time. Challenging the way our food is grown. In This Podcast: In this podcast episode, we interview Austin Frerick an expert in agricultural and antitrust policy, discussing his book 'Barons: Money, Power, and the Corruption of the American Food Industry.' Austin shares his personal and professional jou…

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837: BioDynamics 101 - A Garden Chat with Mike Biltonen 38:06

8M ago38:06

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837: BioDynamics 101 with Mike Biltonen In This Garden Chat: Join Farmer Greg and Mike Biltonen, Exploring Biodynamics. Biodynamics is an advanced farming method that views the farm as a single, self-sustaining organism. It incorporates cosmic and lunar influences, along with organic farming practices, to enhance plant, animal, and soil health. Spe…

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836: Seed Saving Secrets A Seed Chat with Bill McDorman 29:00

8M ago29:00

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836: Seed Saving Secrets A Seed Chat with Bill McDorman In this episode, Greg Peterson from Urban Farm U and Bill McDorman discuss the fundamentals of seed saving, techniques for collecting and preparing seeds from various plants, and the benefits of maintaining genetic diversity. They also address specific audience questions about harvesting and s…

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835: Growing Wild Food in Your Yard - A Rosie Replay 40:01

8M ago40:01

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835: Growing Wild Food in Your Yard A Rosie On The House Radio Show Replay In This Podcast: In this episode of Rosie on the House, hosts Romey Romero and Farmer Greg discuss growing wild food in in your yard. They emphasize the benefits of planting food-producing plants and using permaculture principles like composting, chickens and layering plants…

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834: Kirsten Simmons on Streamlining Farmers' Busy Work 43:33

8M ago43:33

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834: Kirsten Simmons on Streamlining Farmers' Busy Work She is all about helping farmers in the back office. In This Podcast: We follow the journey of Kirsten Simmons. After experiencing farm failures, she co-founded Good Agriculture in 2022, a company that manages administrative tasks and provides financial, marketing, and grant-writing support fo…

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