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Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF) works with farmers across California to provide on-the-ground services and policy advocacy in Sacramento and Washington D.C. CAFF hosts the podcast the Farmers Beet where we share stories from farmers on how t

Community Alliance with Family Farmers


    • Aug 16, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 24m AVG DURATION
    • 36 EPISODES

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    The Farmers Beet podcast is an incredibly informative and entertaining podcast for anyone interested in sustainable agriculture. Whether you are a beginner farmer looking to learn more about the industry or someone who simply enjoys hearing from experienced individuals in the field, this podcast has something for everyone. Hosted by CAFF (Community Alliance with Family Farmers), it provides a platform for farmers to share their experiences, insights, and knowledge with listeners.

    One of the best aspects of The Farmers Beet podcast is the diversity of guests that are featured. From small-scale organic farmers to larger agricultural operations, there is a wide range of perspectives represented on the show. This allows listeners to gain a comprehensive understanding of what life in sustainable agriculture is really like. The conversations are not only educational but also incredibly engaging and enjoyable to listen to. The host does an excellent job of creating an atmosphere where guests feel comfortable sharing their stories and expertise.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is its focus on practical tips and advice for farmers. Each episode delves into various aspects of sustainable agriculture, such as soil health, crop rotation, pest management, and more. The discussions often include specific strategies and techniques that farmers can implement on their own farms. This makes the podcast incredibly valuable for both newbies and experienced farmers alike, as it provides actionable information that can be applied in real-life situations.

    While there are so many positives about The Farmers Beet podcast, one potential drawback is that it may lack depth on certain topics due to time constraints. Given that each episode usually lasts around an hour, some complex subjects may not be covered as extensively as they could be. However, this is merely a minor issue considering the vast amount of valuable information that is still shared throughout each episode.

    In conclusion, The Farmers Beet podcast is an exceptional resource for anyone interested in sustainable agriculture or farming as a whole. It offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from those who have been involved in the industry for years and provides a wealth of knowledge and insights. Whether you are a beginner farmer or simply curious about sustainable agriculture, this podcast is definitely worth tuning into.



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    Urban Agriculture in Orange County: Gospel Swamp Farm and The Ecology Center

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 32:42


    In this episode we travel to Southern California to meet with Samuel Guitron of Gospel Swamp Farm in Santa Ana and Johnny Wilson from The Ecology Center in San Juan […] The post Urban Agriculture in Orange County: Gospel Swamp Farm and The Ecology Center appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    EPISODE 3, SEASON 4: FUELS MANAGEMENT AND POLICY CONCERNS IN CA- A CONVERSATION WITH BETH REYNOLDS OF THE GOAT GIRLS, COLE BUSH OF GRAZING SCHOOL OF THE WEST, AND SENATOR MONIQUE LIMÓN

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2023 43:26


    In this episode we connect with Beth Reynolds of The Goat Girls, a woman owned and operated contract grazing operation located on California's Central Coast to learn about her successes and […] The post EPISODE 3, SEASON 4: FUELS MANAGEMENT AND POLICY CONCERNS IN CA- A CONVERSATION WITH BETH REYNOLDS OF THE GOAT GIRLS, COLE BUSH OF GRAZING SCHOOL OF THE WEST, AND SENATOR MONIQUE LIMÓN appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    CRECE Urban Farm Collective, Spreadwing Farm, and CAFF’s Dave Runsten podcast episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 37:32


    In this episode we delve into all things on-farm composting, from its production to its use and relevant agricultural policies. We hear from Abel Ruiz at CRECE Farming Collective in […] The post CRECE Urban Farm Collective, Spreadwing Farm, and CAFF's Dave Runsten podcast episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Episode 1: Eatwell Farm – Dixon and Pasture42 – Guinda

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 26:51


    In this episode, we learn about integrated crop livestock management from two Northern California Farms. First, we hear from Lorraine Walker of Eatwell Farm in Dixon, CA, where they incorporate laying hens into their diversified vegetable production, and also touch on soil health and fertility management. Ken Walker of Pasture 42 in Guinda, CA then […] The post Episode 1: Eatwell Farm – Dixon and Pasture42 – Guinda appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Episode 3: First Rain Farm- Nevada City

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 25:51


    In this episode, we travel to First Rain Farm in Nevada County, where Tim Van Wagner is integrating a number of effective wildfire preparation methods on his property, as well as those of his neighbors and surrounding community. By combining targeted ecological grazing and prescribed burns, Tim is able to rehabilitate overgrown forests in the […] The post Episode 3: First Rain Farm- Nevada City appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Episode 2: Wild Oat Hollow Penngrove, CA

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2022 27:25


    In this episode, Sarah Keiser of Wild Oat Hollow in Penngrove, CA describes her entry into ranching and how her love of the land positioned her to become a leader in developing and supporting community grazing cooperatives. Join us as Sarah shares her experience with wildfires in Sonoma County and how grazing is making a […] The post Episode 2: Wild Oat Hollow Penngrove, CA appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Episode 1: Turkey Tail Farm – Yankee Hill

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 33:02


    In this episode we visit Cheetah Tchudi at his diversified operation in Yankee Hill, Butte County, CA. Cheetah shares his experience surviving the 2018 Paradise wildfire, and some methods for recovery; addressing toxic ash using fungi to capture and and treat persistent organic pollutants and heavy metals.  Show Notes: Turkey Tail Farm Website: https://turkeytailfarm.net/v2/ Butte […] The post Episode 1: Turkey Tail Farm – Yankee Hill appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Luna’s Farm Podcast Episode (en Español)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 21:22


    Queridas oyentes, este es nuestro último episodio de la temporada. Esperamos que disfrute de este episodio especial en español presentado por el productor de nuestro podcast, Jaime Roque. En este episodio, visitamos Luna's Farm, una granja familiar Latinx multigeneracional que cultiva vegetales orgánicos en Hollister, California. Antonio Luna comparte sobre la granja de su familia […] The post Luna's Farm Podcast Episode (en Español) appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Stone’s Throw Farm Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 29:04


    In this episode we visit Stone's Throw Farm, an organic vegetable and flower farm located in Colfax, California. We sat down with Bryanna Eisenhut, co-owner and operator of Stone's Throw, to learn about her path to farming full-time and what it's like to farm in the foothills of the Sierra's. Bryanna also shares about the […] The post Stone's Throw Farm Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Vitis and Ovis Farm Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 30:50


    In this episode we visit Vitis and Ovis Farm, a multi-generational Swiss-American-Ethiopian family farm located in the Capay Valley and specializing in pastured duck eggs, fruit and medicinal herbs. We talk to Hans, Barbara and Giselle Herren about the 30+ years of stewarding their land, including the recent shift from producing only wine grapes to […] The post Vitis and Ovis Farm Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Sherman Produce Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 17:55


    In this episode we visit Donald Sherman at his farm in Kerman, California. Donald owns and operates Sherman Produce, a year-round diversified vegetable farm and produce market distributing throughout Fresno County. Donald has been involved in agriculture his entire life and knows about managing on-farm food safety risks. We talk to Donald about his family […] The post Sherman Produce Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Urban Tilth Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2022 26:30


    In this episode we visit Urban Tilth, a community-based organization in Richmond, California. We learn about the organization's mission and programs to cultivate agriculture and build a more sustainable, healthy and just food system in West Contra Costa County. One of the farm managers, Debora Supinski, describes their year-long journey to formalize food safety practices […] The post Urban Tilth Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Sysourath Farms Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 24:32


    In this episode we visit Sysourath Farms in Fresno, California. Veomany Sysourath, a second generation farmer, shares about her family's history emigrating to the United States, working in agriculture and eventually starting their farm. Sysourath Farms grows a variety of Southeast Asian specialty crops on leased land, which presents infrastructure challenges. We learn about the […] The post Sysourath Farms Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Steve Fukagawa Farms Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 20:08


    In this episode we visit Steve Fukagawa Farms in Kingsburg, California. Steve Fukagawa is a third generation Japanese farmer, growing organically in the San Joaquin Valley. We learn about Steve's family history farming in California, his production of organic tree fruit and raisin grapes, and use of compost tea. We also discuss how the federal […] The post Steve Fukagawa Farms Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Interview with Daniel Karp, Associate Professor at UC Davis Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 27:50


    In this episode we interview Daniel Karp, Ph.D., Associate Professor at UC Davis studying conservation in working landscapes. Danny describes his research related to wildlife habitat conservation and bird activity on farms, and implications for food safety on produce farms. He also provides risk management considerations for farms with bird activity and resources for farms […] The post Interview with Daniel Karp, Associate Professor at UC Davis Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Jacobs Farm / del Cabo Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2022 25:17


    In this episode we visit Jacobs Farm / del Cabo in Watsonville, California. Larry Jacobs, one of the co-founders, tells us about the company history and relationship with growers in Mexico. We learn how food safety regulations for imported produce helped identify contamination from an unexpected source, the importance of keeping wells covered and maintained, […] The post Jacobs Farm / del Cabo Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Coastal Roots Farm Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 30:00


    In this episode we visit Coastal Roots Farm in Encinitas, California. We learn about the farm's mission to connect agriculture, education and ancient Jewish wisdom. The farmers give us a tour of the food forest, production fields, laying hens and compost production, and describe how food safety plays a role in their day-to-day operations. Listeners […] The post Coastal Roots Farm Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Fresno Freedom School Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2022 23:40


    In this episode we hear from Dr. Floyd D. Harris Jr. of Fresno Freedom School in Fresno, California. We learn about the organization's history and mission to connect Fresno's youth with agriculture, how they implement food safety practices as an urban-based education farm and tips for communicating their food and human safety guidelines to youth, […] The post Fresno Freedom School Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Soil Born Farms Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2022 26:54


    In this episode we interview Tyler Stowers, the farm manager at Soil Born Farms in Rancho Cordova, California. We learn about the organization's history and growth, how they integrate food safety practices into their day-to-day operations as an urban-based education farm and address the food safety saying “never let produce touch the ground”. SHOW NOTES: […] The post Soil Born Farms Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    New Natives Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 18:03


    In this episode we visit Ken Kimes at New Natives Farm in Santa Cruz County. We learn how New Natives pivoted during the beginnings of the COVID-19 pandemic and their food safety practices, including tips for passing a third party food safety audit. Ken also walks us through the farm's post harvest process and identifies […] The post New Natives Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Hillview Farms Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2022 23:54


    In this episode we visit Shanon and Michael Whamond at their farm in Placer County, CA. We learn about Shanon and Michael's farming journey, recent challenges and their farm's food safety practices, including how they maintain produce quality during hot summer days and prevent risk of cross-contamination throughout busy days. SHOW NOTES: Hillview Farms website: […] The post Hillview Farms Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Bai Thao Farms Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 18:32


    In this episode we visit Bai Thao at her farm in Sanger, CA. We learn about Bai's family history in agriculture and her farming and food safety practices, including water testing and an inventive method for ensuring her tools stay sanitized. SHOW NOTES: Hmong history in California: http://www.hmongstory40.org/about-hmongstory-40/ History of Hmong Farming in Fresno: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0EEVlhvEH8 […] The post Bai Thao Farms Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Full Belly Farm Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2021 21:25


    SHOW NOTES: Full Belly Farm website: http://fullbellyfarm.com/ Full Belly Farm instagram: @full_belly_farm https://www.instagram.com/full_belly_farm/ FDA FSMA pdf of law: https://www.fda.gov/food/guidanceregulation/fsma/ucm334114.htm Hotsy Hot Water Pressure Washer: http://www.hotsy.com/Hot_Water_Pressure_Washers See page 133 of Martin's Produce Supply's online catalogue and call them to discuss further: https://www.martinsproducesupplies.com/sites/default/files/Catalog-2018.pdf CAFF Food Safety Training Templates and many others: https://caff.org/food-safety/food-safety-plan-templates/ CAFF's 2018 Hedgerow Manual: https://caff.org/hedgerows-farmscaping-for-california-agriculture-guide/ Wild Farm Alliance: https://www.wildfarmalliance.org/biodiversity The post Full Belly Farm Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Fortalecimiento de granjas y comunidades a través de ventas directas al consumidor – Episodio 4 con orador invitado de “Radio Organic”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2021


    En el episodio final de nuestro ciclo piloto, la Fundación CCOF charlará con Bertha Magaña de Magaña Farm y Tania Zuñiga de Kitchen Table Advisors para descubrir cómo vender directamente a los consumidores fortaleció el negocio y la comunidad de Magaña Farm. ¿Tiene ideas para futuros podcasts? Envíenos sus ideas a través de este enlace […] The post Fortalecimiento de granjas y comunidades a través de ventas directas al consumidor – Episodio 4 con orador invitado de “Radio Organic” appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Strengthening Farms and Communities Through Direct-to-Consumer Sales – “Radio Organic” Guest Episode 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2021


    In the final episode of our pilot series, the CCOF Foundation will chat with Bertha Magaña of Magaña Farm and Tania Zuñiga of Kitchen Table Advisors to discover how selling directly to consumers strengthened Magaña Farm's business and community. Send us your ideas via this feedback link (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/X5DVKKN). Many thanks to “The Farmers Beet” for […] The post Strengthening Farms and Communities Through Direct-to-Consumer Sales – “Radio Organic” Guest Episode 4 appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Transición a orgánico debido a la demanda del cliente – Episodio 3 con orador invitado de “Radio Organic”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2021 19:52


    En nuestro tercer episodio, acompañe a la Fundación CCOF en su charla con Patricia Rodriguez de Rodriguez Farms sobre cómo los clientes del mercado de agricultores los instaron a que se volvieran orgánicos y los apoyaron mientras su granja descubría por sí misma cómo cultivar fresas orgánicas súper sabrosas. ¿Tiene ideas para futuros podcasts? Envíenos […] The post Transición a orgánico debido a la demanda del cliente – Episodio 3 con orador invitado de “Radio Organic” appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Transitioning to Organic Due to Customer Demand – “Radio Organic” Guest Episode 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2021


    For our third episode, join the CCOF Foundation for a conversation with Patricia Rodriguez of Rodriguez Farms on how their farmers' market customers urged them to go organic and stuck by then as their farm figured out on their own how to grow super-tasty organic strawberries. Have ideas for future podcasts? Send us your ideas […] The post Transitioning to Organic Due to Customer Demand – “Radio Organic” Guest Episode 3 appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Conocer las tendencias del mercado a través de las ventas directas al consumidor – Episodio 2 con orador invitado de “Radio Organic”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 18:08


    En nuestro segundo episodio, la Fundación CCOF charlará con John y Kyle Garrone de Far West Fungi. Escuche cómo aprovechan sus puntos de venta directos al consumidor para conocer las tendencias del mercado, probar nuevos productos y educar a los consumidores sobre todo lo relacionado con los hongos. ¿Tiene ideas para futuros podcasts? Envíenos sus […] The post Conocer las tendencias del mercado a través de las ventas directas al consumidor – Episodio 2 con orador invitado de “Radio Organic” appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Keeping Tabs on Market Trends via Direct-to-Consumer Sales – “Radio Organic” Guest Episode 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 16:35


    In our second episode the CCOF Foundation will chat with John and Kyle Garrone of Far West Fungi. Hear how they leverage their direct-to-consumer sales outlets to keep tabs on market trends, test out new products, and educate consumers about all things mushroom. Send us your ideas via this feedback link (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/X5DVKKN). Many thanks to […] The post Keeping Tabs on Market Trends via Direct-to-Consumer Sales – “Radio Organic” Guest Episode 2 appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Repensar los sistemas de facturación y ventas agrícolas –Episodio 1 con orador invitado de “Radio Organic”

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 27:39


    En nuestro primer episodio, acompañe a la Fundación CCOF en su charla con Joe Schirmer de Dirty Girl Produce donde analizaremos el nuevo enfoque de Schirmer en cuanto a la venta de productos y los sistemas de facturación. Obtenga consejos sobre cómo hacer que sus clientes paguen por adelantado, ideas innovadoras para vender el exceso […] The post Repensar los sistemas de facturación y ventas agrícolas –Episodio 1 con orador invitado de “Radio Organic” appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Rethinking Farm Sales and Invoicing Systems – Guest Episode 1 English

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021


    In our premier episode, join the CCOF Foundation for a conversation with Joe Schirmer of Dirty Girl Produce where we'll discuss Schirmer's new approach to produce sales and invoicing systems. Get tips on how to have your customers pay up front, innovative ideas for selling excess produce, and sound advice on how to choose an […] The post Rethinking Farm Sales and Invoicing Systems – Guest Episode 1 English appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Super Tuber Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2020 17:31


    During this episode we travel to Super Tuber Farm near Grass Valley, CA. We learn from Jeremy about their  farm focused on tuber crops and partnership they had with CAFF to complete an on-farm research trial during the 2019 growing season on a practice called occultation. Occultation is the use of tarps to minimize weeds […] The post Super Tuber Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    First Rain Farm Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 15:41


    During this episode we travel to First Rain Farm outside of Nevada City, CA. We learn from Tim about their diverse farm and partnership with CAFF to complete an on-farm research trial during the 2019 growing season on a practice called occultation. Occultation is the use of tarps to minimize weeds in an organic system. […] The post First Rain Farm Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Redshed Farm Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2019 21:48


    Photo from Red Shed Farm SHOW NOTES: Red Shed Farm website: http://www.redshedfarming.com/ Red Shed Farm instagram: @redshedfarm https://www.instagram.com/redshedfarm/ FDA FSMA pdf of law: https://www.fda.gov/food/guidanceregulation/fsma/ucm334114.htm SARE “Farmer's Guide to Business Structures” – book is a great resource for farmers to read when starting a business and determining business structure, there's also a chapter specifically on value added farm business entities: https://www.sare.org/Newsroom/Press-Releases/New-Improve-Resilience-and-Stability-With-Farmers-Guide-to-Business-Structures CAFF's […] The post Redshed Farm Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Foothill Roots Farm Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2019 16:12


    Episode 3: Foothill Roots Farm – Meadow Vista Photo from Foothill Roots Farm SHOW NOTES: Foothill Roots Farm website: https://foothillrootsfarm.com/ Foothill Roots Farm instagram: @foothillrootsfarm https://www.instagram.com/foothillrootsfarm/ FDA FSMA pdf of law: https://www.fda.gov/food/guidanceregulation/fsma/ucm334114.htm University of Vermont Extension Greens Spinner resource: http://blog.uvm.edu/cwcallah/2018/07/20/greens-spinners-for-farm-use/ Search for Joy Fish Baskets or H&H baskets to find plastic baskets for spinning greens. Make sure to find […] The post Foothill Roots Farm Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

    Live Oak Farm Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2019 16:25


    SHOW NOTES: FDA FSMA pdf of law: https://www.fda.gov/food/guidanceregulation/fsma/ucm334114.htm Live Oak Farm's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/liveoakfarmpetaluma/ Instagram: @liveoakfarmpetaluma https://www.instagram.com/liveoakfarmpetaluma/ Compost thermometer: https://reotemp.com/compost/heavy-duty-compost-thermometer/ Compost turner – Sittler machine: http://www.globalrepair.ca/compost%20testimonies.htm Find PSA's free sanitizer excel tool “PSA Labeled Sanitizers For Produce” on this webpage: https://producesafetyalliance.cornell.edu/resources/general-resource-listing/ FSMA 101 Webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWKf-yKMlkA Release date: 2/27/19 The post Live Oak Farm Podcast Episode appeared first on Community Alliance with Family Farmers.

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