The Growing Farm

Hey folks! Today we have a blast talking with our friends Jason and Leandra about everything from Greek farming, to the joys of tomatoes, and even some gardening fashion.Tune in people! We hope you'll have as much fun listening as we did recording.Check out @jasonmerlindavis and @butterbeanshomegrown on instagram.As always, send your questions and ideas to @thegrowingfarm or email us at thegrowingfarm1@gmail.com

Welcome to our growing farm podcast called THEGROWINGFARM(PODCAST)!In this episode, Christina schools the naive Ben about a fascinating climate phenomenon that is having real effects on agriculture in some of the world's most productive areas (goin [goin] back [back] to cali [cali]).Folks you'r going to love it. Almost as much as you're going to love checking out @thegrowingfarm on instagram.

In today's clucking-good episode, we're talking about poultry vaccinations - to vaccinate or not to vaccinate, that is the question. Plus, we'll be talking about some misleading food marketing practices that will have you shaking your tail feathers in disapproval. And don't forget about our egg-cellent nutrition fun fact that will have you hatching new ideas about your diet. So, saddle up and join us for a farm-tastic time!Follow us @thegrowingfarmSend us an email: thegrowingfarm1@gmail.com

On this episode the dynamic duo spice up your day with our herb-tastic guest, Ariel, founder of Soulmet blends! Join us as we dive into this flavorful world and explore Ariel's journey to creating her business, balancing her business and family, and how she grew up building community around food. So sit back, relax, and get ready to have the taste buds in your ears tickled! Don't forget to check out Ariel's amazing herb blends at https://soulmetblends.com

Tune in, turn on, and drop out of your seats ladies and gentlemen the team has some exciting news for you!Listen to the dynamic duo discuss the importance of growing in community, some ideas for gardening and, of course, a fun fact.Paper cited:https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/11/5/1378Tell us your story!Message @thegrowingfarm on Instagram and TikTok or send an email to thegrowingfarm1@gmail.com

The pair spends five hundred twenty five thousand six hundred minutes (just kidding 45 minutes) talking about some really cool stuff! Christina spends some time breaking down some of the connections between unintended weight loss and health, as well as some  interesting research around the link between agricultural engagement and nutrition. Ben details the balancing act of spring planting and a break down of how he makes raised beds at the farm.Please reach out to us @thegrowingfarm on Instagram or shoot us a message at thegrowingfarm1@gmail.comPaper referenced by Christina:https://academic.oup.com/cdn/article/3/1/nzy078/5154906This is the plastic mulch layer Ben uses at his farm:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yAB1z2Ey8TI

The perky pair has a wide ranging conversation covering some interesting facts about bees, the basics of rotational grazing, and empowering ways that farmers and local officials are working to increase access to healthy foods.You'll have to tune in to hear all the details!Follow us @thegrowingfarm on instagram and TikTok and send us a message at thegrowingfarm1@gmail.com

The team gets a little vulnerable in this one. Both Christina and Ben realize the careers they have now came as a response to mental health struggles.Later in the episode, Ben learns some fun facts about sourdough.If you or someone you know is seeking help follow this link: https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/tools-resources/individuals/index.htm

The dynamic duo fills you in on the goings on in our neck of the woods.

Today the holy trinity of Christina, Ben, and the snoring dog Shiloh discuss their weeks. PLUS we talk about strategies for avoiding burn out and how to get started with your flock of chickens.Oh and you better believe you're getting a fun fact!As always, please reach out to us @thegrowingfarm on TikTok and Instagram or email us at thegrowingfarm1@gmail.com.

On this episode the power couple Benjatina (Christen for short) discuss all of the changes that have happened in their lives over the past three years.Christina talks about some of her journey discovering how to be her true self while pursuing her path towards becoming a dietician.Ben rattles on about some tractors during the fun fact.Send us your ideas for the show!Message @thegrowingfarm on Instagram and TikTok or send an email to thegrowingfarm1@gmail.comCheck out these Allis Chalmers G links:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dx7jzVKQ2Ahttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-B8ueVP15ghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ygy-CZdyPr0Check out Ben's EP:https://oldimusic.bandcamp.com/album/hits

DISCLAIMER: The team discusses slaughtering and butchering livestock in this episode.On this episode the pair talks about their experiences losing  animals and crops. The process can be painful but it's unavoidable, if you grow plants and animals for food you will be confronted with death at some point.We will discuss losing chickens to predators, butchering roosters, euthanizing goats, and dealing with crop failure. BUT most importantly we talk about how those experiences can be valuable and beautiful.Follow us @thegrowingfarm on TikTok and Instagram and email questions and comments to thegrowingfarm1@gmail.com 

In this episode the dynamic duo talks about what sparked their food journeys. Tune in for lots of laughs and you might actually learn a thing or two (maybe). PLUS a surprise call from a celebrity!Don't forget to connect with us @thegrowingfarm on Instagram and TikTok and submit us any questions or discussion topics you have to thegrowingfarm1@gmail.comCome back next week for a discussion about DEATH!  Don't be alarmed we promise it won't be scary. Thanks!

Shoot a confetti canon, pop some champagne, milk a goat it's the NEW YEAR GROWING FARM PODCAST! Listen as Ben and Christina talk about how they ushered in the new year and what their plans are for the future in the very first episode.Stay tuned for more episodes!