Podcasts about agriculture education

Vic Verchereau welcomes Tony McCaul, who is the Executive Director at Critter Barn. Before joining Critter Barn, Tony McCaul worked with the Ottawa County ISD for 14 years as an Ag Tech teacher. Tony is a graduate of Michigan State University and Colorado State University with Bachelors and Masters degrees in Agriscience, Agriculture Education, and Biology. As the Executive Director of the Critter Barn, Tony says, "we serve children and youth from all walks of life and engage them in activities on our farm. We celebrate our farming heritage and share stories of days gone by. We teach that agriculture is a gift of nature and give people of all ages the opportunity to witness the wonder of new life. Together we study the impact of the seasons and the role that plants, animals and the environment play in our sustainability." With 36 Acres and thousands of visitors, Tony is busy leading and setting the course for his team. Vic Verchereau, goes down on the farm to hear all about this story on the Leadership Lowdown! It's worth the trip to Zeeland Michigan to listen to the Critters! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

The Illinois Corn Marketing Board collaborates with Illinois FFA in various ways to help strengthen the future of agriculture by investing in its next generation. In this Managing for Profit, Owen Torrance, the current Illinois FFA state secretary, discusses how the state's corn growers are actively involved at several levels of the organization.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textIn this episode of Fresh Growth podcast, we have a special guest host – owner of Dirtworks Wyoming, Caitlin Youngquist. Caitlin is also a Western SARE Administrative Council member. She speaks with first-generation Wyoming ranchers Mary Mills and Kate Brewster about their unique journeys into ranching, the challenges of generational transitions, and the innovative practices they are implementing to create sustainable and profitable operations. Their conversation touches on the importance of education, empathy, and clear communication in navigating family dynamics and the emotional aspects of transitioning ranch businesses. The conversation also highlights the integration of goats into traditional beef operations and the significance of adapting ranch management practices to modern challenges.Kate and Mary remind us, "Change is hard for everybody, especially in agriculture".... and "don't be afraid to try stuff because that's how we learn."____________Thanks for listening to Fresh Growth! To learn more about Western SARE and sustainable agriculture, visit our website or find us: · Instagram · Facebook · Twitter · YouTube Contact us at wsare@montana.edu

Vic Verchereau welcomes Tony McCaul, who is the Executive Director at Critter Barn. The story began in 1984. The founder of the Critter Barn, Mary Rottschafer, explained "With the excitement of moving out in the country, came the hope of a larger garden and a do-it-yourself lifestyle. A surprise party planned by a group of friends changed the course of our lives forever. With a freshly painted barn and a few animals, our farm experience began unexpectedly. In just six years children from area schools were on our farm for school field trips, and today our educational farm is a West Michigan attraction to over 100,000 people. Today a dedicated leader continues the learning and fun! Before joining Critter Barn, Tony McCaul worked with the Ottawa County ISD for 14 years as an Ag Tech teacher. Tony is a graduate of Michigan State University and Colorado State University with Bachelors and Masters degrees in Agriscience, Agriculture Education, and Biology. In this edition of Michigan Corners, host Vic Verchereau gets the scoop (or a shovel full!) from Tony. Grab the kids and head west! The Critters are ready to greet you and tell you all about the farm! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

In this episode of Voices from the Field, NCAT Gulf States Regional Coordinator Felicia Bell sits down with “The Principal Farmer,” Patrick Muhammad, of Atlanta, Georgia. Patrick is the principal of the Chattahoochee Hills Charter School, where students from kindergarten through eighth grade learn about the world through the lens of agriculture, nature, and the arts. He also has a farm and enjoys helping adults learn to love the land and return to their farming roots.Related ATTRA Resources: Farmland Access Beginning Farmer Tutorials https://attra.ncat.org/publication/farmland-access/  https://attra.ncat.org/tutorial-beginning-farmer-training/   Other Related Resources: Chattahoochee Hills Charter School The Principal Farmer Contact Gabriella Soto-Velez at gabriellas@ncat.org. Please complete a brief survey to let us know your thoughts about the content of this podcast.  You can get in touch with NCAT/ATTRA specialists and find access to our trusted, practical sustainable-agriculture publications, webinars, videos, and other resources at ATTRA.NCAT.ORG. 

Dr. Molly Lee will provide a new tool kit for biosecurity managers that builds on the Secure Beef Supply plan and producers will provide personal experiences on developing and implementing biosecurity plans on their cattle operations.

In this episode of Voices from the Field, NCAT Gulf States Regional Coordinator Felicia Bell sits down with “The Principal Farmer,” Patrick Muhammad, of Atlanta, Georgia. Patrick is the principal of the Chattahoochee Hills Charter School, where students from kindergarten through eighth grade learn about the world through the lens of agriculture, nature, and the arts. He also has a farm and enjoys helping adults learn to love the land and return to their farming roots.Related ATTRA Resources: Farmland Access Beginning Farmer Tutorials https://attra.ncat.org/publication/farmland-access/  https://attra.ncat.org/tutorial-beginning-farmer-training/   Other Related Resources: Chattahoochee Hills Charter School The Principal Farmer Contact Gabriella Soto-Velez at gabriellas@ncat.org. Please complete a brief survey to let us know your thoughts about the content of this podcast.  You can get in touch with NCAT/ATTRA specialists and find access to our trusted, practical sustainable-agriculture publications, webinars, videos, and other resources at ATTRA.NCAT.ORG. 

Episode Notes I'm beyond proud to honor and salute the Future Farmers of America as part of this week's episode! My great guests are Hannah Simmons, an agriculture teacher and FFA advisor from Barren County High School, and Matthew Estes, a student of Hannah's who is active in the organization. Hannah and Matthew each reflect on their FFA experience, highlighting fond memories and events in which they competed. In addition, Hannah discusses her commendable teaching background, and Matthew gives us the scoop on a podcast that he hosts, which is centered around agriculture. It's impossible not to be entertained and inspired by these impressive individuals! And, to learn more about/follow Matthew's "Rooted in Ag" podcast, simply visit the show's Facebook page linked here: https://www.facebook.com/p/Rooted-in-Ag-Podcast-61565696159944/. Find out more at https://blabbin-in-the-bluegrassblabbi.pinecast.co

Are you ready to dive into the world of agriculture from a fresh and dynamic perspective? In this episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond, join Lou as he sits down with Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen, the brilliant minds behind the Discover Ag Podcast and TV show. Key Highlights: Discover how Natalie and Tara, as fifth-generation dairy farmers and fourth-generation cattle ranchers, respectively, came together through social media to create the Discover Ag platform, aiming to bridge the gap between agriculture and consumers. Gain insights into the misconceptions about agriculture and how these inspiring women are debunking stereotypes, making agriculture cool and trendy again. Learn about the unique challenges and opportunities in the agricultural industry, including the ongoing conversation about big agriculture versus small farms. Explore how Natalie and Tara are bringing attention to trending topics within the ag and food space, combining their expertise and passion for storytelling to educate and entertain audiences. Hear about the seamless transition from podcast to television, as they visually showcase the intricacies of farming and ranching life while continuing to build their thriving community of "discos." Join Lou, Natalie, and Tara as they enlighten us on the nuances of agriculture, while also entertaining us with their witty and engaging podcasting style. You won't want to miss this inspiring and educational conversation!   Timestamp Overview 00:00 "Thrive LouD: Inspiring Agrarian Innovators" 06:33 Ag and Food Trends Simplified 07:19 Podcast Analyzes Weekly News Trends 12:32 Engaging Community Discussions 15:26 Big vs. Small in Agriculture 18:02 Farm-Focused Family Podcast 21:56 Emerging Country Artist: Jack Wharf 24:37 Rediscovering Offline Creativity 27:10 Future Plans: Family, Travel, Adventure Follow Us:

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The park will feature camping, hiking, mountain biking, and more. The approval included variances for buffer encroachment, street access, and eliminating a deceleration lane. Located on Garland Mountain Way, the park spans the Bartow-Cherokee County border, with Cherokee County handling the campground's 243 acres. The park will include eight campsites, a pavilion, and accessible facilities. Bartow County will oversee development on its side. The church has not provided a construction timeline. STORY 2: Creekview Student Earns Second Place in Amicalola EMC Competition Amicalola EMC hosted the Sub Area I EMC/FFA Electrification Contest on Nov. 21, where Creekview High School's Aaron Dickson placed second. Sponsored by Georgia's EMCs, the contest is part of the Agriculture Education program by the Georgia Department of Education. It allows students to showcase skills in electrical wiring, critical thinking, and communication, promoting education and safety in electricity. Participants included students from Adairsville, Creekview, Dawson, North Murray, Pickens, Sonoraville, and Southeast Whitfield high schools. Wyatt Richards from Pickens High School won first place, and Slate Jones from Dawson High School took third. STORY 3: Canton Police Officers Host 'Shop with a Cop' The Canton Police Department held its annual Shop with a Cop event on Dec. 10 at Walmart Riverstone Parkway, providing Christmas gifts and experiences to 21 local children. The event was funded by $8,900 in community donations from groups like the Lions Club and Laurel Canyon Optimist Club. Support also came from local organizations, including Cherokee 9-1-1 Dispatch and the Cherokee Sheriff’s Office. Walmart hosted the shopping event, offering snacks and drinks. Canton PD expressed gratitude to the community and schools for their support, with Chief Marty Ferrell highlighting the event's role in fostering community bonds. 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STORY 5: Cherokee Youth Girls Flag Football Team Wins Championship At the 2024 Georgia Recreation and Parks Association State Championships, held Dec. 6-7, Cherokee Youth Girls Flag Football teams excelled, with the 14U Cyclones winning their division and the 12U Cyclones finishing as runners-up. The program, started in 2021 with support from the Atlanta Falcons and Arthur M. Blank Foundation, has positioned Cherokee County as a leader in girls' flag football. The 14U team achieved a historic victory, dominating their matches, while the 12U team also performed strongly. The event, showcasing talent from across Georgia, highlighted athleticism and sportsmanship in a non-contact sport environment. Commercial: 12.14.24 FALANY DEC_FINAL STORY 6: Cherokee County and City Leaders Speak to Local State Lawmakers Cherokee County leaders met with local legislators on Dec. 11 to discuss requests for the 2025 session. 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In today's episode, we have Dr. Derris Burnett, who uses immersive, hands-on experiences to revolutionize agricultural education, yielding meaningful outcomes. By providing initiatives like MANRRS he aims to transform agricultural education, giving minority students opportunities that break barriers and foster inclusive growth. Dr. Burnett's approach centers on impactful learning experiences, His 'Farm to Fork Rabbit Program' also focuses on sustainable animal production, helping students gain skills that prepare them as future leaders in the field.

Join the Lebanon School Corporation as we introduce an incredible Dream Team in the agriculture department! In this episode of the Learn IN Lebanon Podcast, we chat with Ms. Katelyn Rudolph, Mr. Drew Reed, and Mr. Dustin Homan, while also sending warm wishes to Mrs. Lindsey Bradway, who is currently on maternity leave.   Our agricultural educators explore the significance of taking agriculture courses and take a deep dive into their own agricultural roots.   The Lebanon Agriculture Department offers a wide range of opportunities both in and out of the classroom, including animal science, food science, and greenhouse and soilless management. Additionally, the department supports students with their SAE (Supervised Agricultural Experiences) and prepares them for various FFA contests, including Career Development Events (CDEs), Leadership Development Events (LDEs), and the Agriscience Fair. Tune in to discover how the Lebanon Agriculture Department is shaping the future of its students!   For more information about the National FFA Organization click here: https://www.ffa.org/   For more information about the Learn IN Lebanon mission click here: https://lebanon.in.gov/learninlebanon/    

Shannon Martin, Assistant Director of Ag Education and Foundation, joins the Inside Ag podcast to discuss Kansas Farm Bureau's resources for Agriculture Education. She helps others educate about agriculture by creating lessons that reach different age groups, focus on different agriculture sectors and cover the different seasons. She shares fun ways to engage youth in learning and unique ways to connect with adults. Find more Ag Education resources by visiting Education (kfb.org)

Kassie Montford grew up in agriculture and soon became a member of FFA. Following her time in college, Kassie became an agriculture education teacher. Today she works with students and providing student opportunities with the Texas FFA Foundation.

Wheat prices fall dramatically to continue a downward trend in grain that has lasted nearly half a year, a South Australian forum explores the potentials and benefits of biochar to the ag industry, and a study focuses on how to increase metropolitan students studying agriculture at school level nationally.

For the second time, Sam Moffett joins us today on the podcast. Sam is the co-owner of regenerative ranch Shirttail Creek Farm and farm owned Austin grocer Local Pastures. From growing up in the suburbs to running a successful grass-fed beef operation, Sam provides a raw, behind-the-scenes look at the trials and triumphs of ranch life. Learn about the exponential growth of consumer demand for locally-raised meats post-COVID, Sam's and other ranchers approach to ethical farming, and why he believes an animal's quality of life directly correlates to the quality of product. Sam and his wife started Shirttail Creek Farm from scratch six years ago. After an unfulfilling career in digital marketing, Sam was determined to take control of his health and align his values with his work, leaving Austin with his family for the countryside to start raising grass-fed, grass-finished beef and pasture-raised pork and poultry. The farm supplies meat and eggs to their Local Pastures store in Austin and ships products nationwide.Topics discussed include the complexities around food labels such as “free-range” and “organic”, the challenges and rewards of sustainable ranching, the intricate process of pasture management, the impact of COVID-19 on local farming, the honoring process of slaughtering your own animals, key questions to ask a rancher you might source meat from, the importance of community-supported agriculture, cultivating meaningful relationships in the social media age, and many other topics. *** LINKS*** Check out our Newsletter - Food for Thought - to dramatically improve your health this year!Join The Meat Mafia community Telegram group for daily conversations to keep up with what's happening between episodes of the show.Connect with SamLinkedinConnect with Shirttail Creek FarmWebsiteInstagramConnect with Local PasturesWebsite InstagramAFFILIATESLMNT - Electrolyte salts to supplement minerals on low-carb dietThe Carnivore Bar - Use Code 'MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - Delicious & convenient Pemmican BarPerennial Pastures - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' 10% OFF - Regeneratively raised, grass-fed & grass-finished beef from California & MontanaFarrow Skincare - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' at checkout for 20% OFFHeart & Soil - CODE ‘MEATMAFIA' for 10% OFF - enhanced nutrition to replace daily vitamins!Carnivore Snax - Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA' Crispy, airy meat chips that melt in your mouth. Regeneratively raised in the USA.Pluck Seasoning - 15% OFF - Nutrient-dense seasoning with INSANE flavor! Use CODE: MEATMAFIAWe Feed Raw 25% OFF your first order - ancestrally consistent food for your dog! Use CODE 'MEATMAFIA'Fond Bone Broth - 15% OFF - REAL bone broth with HIGH-QUALITY ingredients! It's a daily product for us! Use CODE: MAFIA

Agriculture instructor and FFA Advisor Amanda Reid is a 21-year veteran teacher at the Concordia school district in #Agri-Ready Designated Lafayette County. Amanda has been utilizing partnerships with the Missouri Farmers Care Drive to Feed Kids and Agriculture on the Move (Ag Moves) programs to add value to the student experiences, leadership development and activities the Concordia FFA Chapter implements each year. These programs provide hands-on opportunities for FFA chapters and members who are "learning to do" and "living to serve" their communities. The successes of Amanda and the Concordia FFA chapter are proof of the power of partnership with Missouri Farmers Care. Agriculture Education on the Move program Drive to Feed Kids FFA Mini-Grants Concordia FFA Feature Blog & Photo Gallery https://www.facebook.com/MoFarmersCare   https://www.instagram.com/mofarmerscare/  

Grant Norfleet was recently elected to serve as the 2023-24 National FFA Secretary. Grant grew up on his family's livestock and row crop farm in #Agri-Ready Designated Audrain County, southwest of Mexico, Mo. As a youth, he enjoyed showing livestock through 4-H and FFA with his brother. He began his FFA career as a member of the Mexico FFA Chapter and was honored to serve as a Missouri FFA Association Vice-President in 2021-22. He is a senior at the University of Missouri studying Agriculture Education and Leadership. He is emphasizing communications in his studies with minors in agribusiness management and digital storytelling. Grant was elected as the National FFA Secretary during the 2023 National FFA Convention in the company of more than seventy thousand of his fellow members from across the nation. In this episode of Stand for Ag, Grant shares stories from his FFA journey. He shares his FFA beginnings, an unexpected win, hilarious memories, and the intense experience of contending for a national office. 2023-24 National FFA Officers https://www.facebook.com/MoFarmersCare   https://www.instagram.com/mofarmerscare/    

We begin a special report on ag ed. Farmers race to finish harvest. We go to a pumpkin patch known for carriage rides. A North Dakota man is the world's longest surviving heart transplant recipient.  

Hattie Hobbs was nominated as a Beck's Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the court. Her favorite part about high school sports is working hard and pushing herself to become the best athlete she can. Hattie also enjoys pushing her teammates and helping them achieve their goals. Agriculture is her lifestyle and family tradition. She is a 3rd generation cattle farmer and has known how to show cattle since before she could walk. Hattie is involved in FFA, National Honors Society, volleyball, track, cheer, 4-H and is a livestock ambassador for the beef barn. Her future plans are to attend college to study in Agriculture Education or Agriculture Commutations. She wants to be able to bring back what she learned about agriculture back to her community and her family farm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What do drones, swine, and sewing have in common?  4-H!  Special guests, Katie Martin and Heather VonDielingen are joining hosts Sal Sama and Ryan Priest for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  Katie is the Director of Marketing for Premier Companies, and Heather is the Purdue County Extension Director and 4-H Educator.Heather shares about her career path, including how her experience in the classroom combined with her Master's Degree in Educational Leadership and Administration fit perfectly with her current 4-H Educator role.  You'll learn about what the 4-H program is and how it was born, and how it allows youth to explore their passions.  Katie will share how Premier Companies has been able to come alongside the local 4-H programs in Southern Indiana to impact the most children possible.  Premier's contribution to 4-H has already impacted several thousand children.  “That gift has truly been transformational for Southern Indiana!”

As the state fair kicks off its 169th year, students from all corners of the state congregate to the Iowa State Fairgrounds to eat deep-fried [insert food here], ride fair attractions, and enjoy the free shows and entertainment. Many people, even in the most agricultural affluent state in the country, may not know of the animal showings that run all week long brought by 4-H and FFA chapters from the entire state.  While rural Iowa may know the animal showings brought from their communities from students that raised them, many urban area students may not even know a competition like this exists in their city. Des Moines Public Schools started Central Campus to guide students from the five Des Moines Public High Schools to sharpen them for technical degrees and development after graduation. The Environmental & Agricultural Sciences Academy instructor, Kevin Anderson, invited the GROW Podcast and podcast host, Ashley Kaldenberg, to talk about how agriculture can be better marketed to urban based youth.  Highlights from this episode:  With the rising labor problems in the ag industry, it's going to be important to span into urban areas with agriculture.  Getting urban based kids exposure to agriculture opens the door for all the areas of interest in the ag industry.  Show notes:  Central Campus  Connect with us  Watch The Episode

Sheep and lamb prices have fallen dramatically in 2023 and producers are being warned that there could be more pain to come, a medical retrieval expert wants Australia to establish a nation-wide rural responder network to fill the "trauma gap" in country areas, and a new podcast celebrates the life and legacy of John Stanley Davies and his ongoing impact on agriculture education at the University of Adelaide's Roseworthy campus.

Dr. Torrie Cropps is in guest chair today and is sharing her graduate school journey. In this episode, she shares how mentorship played an important role in getting to and through graduate school. She also discusses the transition from attending an HBCU to a PWI as well as interesting findings from her research related to the experiences of Black doctoral students in agricultural disciplines.About Dr. Torrie CroppsTorrie Cropps is a Research Scientist in STEM Education at University of Texas at Dallas in the Office of Diversity Equity and Inclusion. Her research there focuses broadly on strategies to promote equity for racially/ethnically marginalized doctoral students in STEM disciplines pursuing careers in the academy. She also assists in the creation of educational materials for hiring equity and analyzes climate survey data. Additionally, Dr. Cropps is a Lecturer of Environmental Justice in the department of American Studies. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics and her Master of Science in Agricultural Education from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. Dr. Cropps earned her PhD in Agricultural Education from Purdue University. Her dissertation focused on the experiences of Black women doctoral candidates in agricultural disciplines at PWIs.Her research interests include the mentoring, advising, and socialization of marginalized graduate students; Black collegiate women; marginalized groups in STEM+agriculture; and critical qualitative research.Connect with Dr. Torrie Cropps through her website www.torriecropps.com/ and on Twitter.  Things Mentioned in This Episode:Cropps, T. A. (2023). Black doctoral women's socialization experiences in agricultural science and education departments. Studies in Graduate and Postdoctoral Education.Support the showAbout the Writing on My Mind PodcastDr. Emmanuela Stanislaus, a certified career services provider, author and researcher, discusses the ups and downs of pursuing a graduate degree. Tune in as she shares personal stories and revealing conversations with other women of color who share their graduate school journey and provide inspiration for graduate students to level up.Follow Dr. Emmanuela Stanislaus on Instagram and Twitter. Connect with Dr. Emmanuela Stanislaus on LinkedIn. Don't forget to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.4 Ways to Support the Podcast: Rate Review Share the show with 2 women of color graduate students Share an episode on social media & tag me

Grand challenges in this episode: Nutrient Loss in Foods and Federal Land Use About the Challenge The purpose of this project is to leverage a preexisting online professional development resource and its large following of SBA educators to create a more effective model of professional development where teachers engage in immersive experiences in agriculture, capture those experiences via the formats already used by Owl Pellets, and share them with their peers to develop an ever-growing community of practice around grand agricultural challenges founds within teachers' local communities and FANH careers. One of the primary goals of this project is to re-engage SBA educators in the challenges, technology, and work of their local agricultural community – making grand challenges local. Visit the Teach Grand Challenges website. About the Guests Carly Chaapel teaches agriculture science in a multi-teacher program in Salem County, New Jersey. She has a Master of Science degree in Sustainable Food Systems from Prescott College. Her specialties  are in food science, sustainable food systems, environmental science, garden management, and yoga for adolescents. With food systems at the intersection of human and environmental health, she encourages her students to critique the current system and create solutions that align ecological wellness with human wellness. When she's not in school, Carly enjoys cooking with fresh produce, gardening, traveling for outdoor adventure, dancing, and spending time with the people and animals she loves. Alisha Neil works at Mountain Ridge High School in Herriman Utah. She is a mother to three children and happily married. She graduated from Utah State University in 2010 with a degree in Agriculture Education and has been working with urban and suburban students in Jordan School District since that time. In her spare time (when there rarely is any) she enjoys reading, working with horses, and baking.

The Ohio Soybean Council continues to take students from around the state on virtual field trips to learn about modern farming, Ohio agriculture, biotechnology, and more.In this Voice of Soy, Tom Fontana, director of research and education for shares the benefits of these trips to the students of today, and the potential ag workforce of tomorrow.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Showing cattle is an age old tradition of country shows, now some school kids are taking on the challenge and learning about farming along the way 

The Chino Valley High School (CVHS) Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs have achieved many top honors during the 2022-2023 school year, with many students earning top honors at state-level events and qualifying to attend National Competitions that will take place later in the calendar year. In addition to the course-specific skills students develop in the areas of Agriculture Education, Sports Medicine, Bioscience, Culinary Arts, Welding, and Cyber Security covered in CTE, students also can also develop valuable leadership skills through Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) program by seeking out the CTSO President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Recorder, or... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/chino-valley-cte-program-students-earn-top-honors/Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Congressman Brad Finstad was elected to Congress in a special election on August 9, 2022, and was sworn in three days later with his family by his side as he took the Oath of Office to proudly represent Minnesota's First District. Brad is a fourth-generation farmer and resident of the New Ulm area. He and his wife, Jackie, met on the school bus in second grade and they are now the proud parents of seven children. A graduate of the University of Minnesota with a degree in Agriculture Education and an emphasis in Rural Leadership Development, Brad and Jackie now operate an agriculture business in New Ulm while working alongside extended family to run their generational family farm. Brad is proud to have served as State Director for USDA Rural Development in Minnesota where he worked to support infrastructure improvements, business development, homeownership, community services such as schools, public safety, health care, and high-speed internet access in rural areas. He previously served three terms in the Minnesota Legislature. In 2017, he was appointed Minnesota's State Director of USDA Rural Development and held executive positions with the Minnesota Turkey Growers Association and the Center for Rural Policy and Development. In this episode we discuss the upcoming 2023 Farm Bill, EPA's Waters of the US rule, and the impact that farmers can have on governmental policy. You can learn more about Congressman Finstad at his official website: https://finstad.house.gov/ or on social media including Twitter: @RepFinstad.

A new effort to better connect food and agriculture leaders with real-world field experience has kicked off in the Chicago area. Farm Foundation, an accelerator of practical solutions for agriculture, recently started the 2023 planting season by sowing three acres of oats on its new farm in Libertyville, Illinois. The farm is the future site of the Innovation and Education Campus, which will host a range of Farm Foundation programs, including the newly introduced AG 101 Bootcamps.Joining us in this episode to tell us more about the farm and the plans for the farm/innovation campus is Shari Rogge-Fidler, president and CEO of the Farm Foundation.  Shari has a long career in business and agriculture. She is a fifth-generation farm owner from Nebraska and hods a MBA from Harvard Business School. Her bachelor of science degree is in business administration from the University of Kansas with an emphasis on international finance. For more information, on this and other topics, we invite you to visit our websites - www.Feedstuffs.com and www.NationalHogFarmer.com. While you are there be sure to check out our digital editions and our new Feedstuffs 365 platform. 

In this episode Ayden Garcia.  Ayden is currently a student at Fresno State majoring in Agriculture Education with an emphasis in Agrcitultural Mechanics.  Ayden comes to us from Chowchilla High School were his was active in the FFA program.  We have had the pleasure of not only having Ayden as a student, but also get to work with him across the yard where he is a student assistant in the maintaince shop.  With his knowledge and experience we know that Ayden will make an excellent teacher.   If you have topic ideas or want to reach out to us our email is SGRpodcast@gmail.com  Check out the podcast website at you can also check out the last episode in full length using the link https://safetyglassesrequired.libsyn.com/  Check out our YouTube pages: John  Chris 

Nearly all 25 high schools in Montgomery County, MD, have greenhouses, but there is only one agriculture program and two programs on agriculture, sustainability, and the environment. Sunil Dasgupta talks with Lori Mayhew of Damascus High School and Glenn Miller of Sherwood High School about the rhetoric and reality of agriculture education programs, which are themselves part of the larger push outward career and technical education (CTE) in the school district and the state. CTE programs must generate their own money for materials and their courses generally count as electives. Music for this episode comes from DC area rock trio Ammonite. Other links: Damascus High School Ag Program, Sherwood High School C.A.S.E Program, MTA Progress Report on Purple Line 2023-03.

In this episode John Rowe.  John is currently a student at Fresno State majoring in Agriculture Education with an emphasis in Agrcitultural Mechanics.  John is from the Merced area and was a very invovled in the agriculture program at Merced High when he was student.  He has been taking lots of Mechanics classes to further his eduction and with his knowledge and enthusiasm we know John will make a teacher.   If you have topic ideas or want to reach out to us our email is SGRpodcast@gmail.com  Check out the podcast website at you can also check out the last episode in full length using the link https://safetyglassesrequired.libsyn.com/  Check out our YouTube pages: John  Chris 

“Everyone in ag in this state is just begging for labor.”  On this episode of The High Ground, powered by Premier Companies, David Harrell joins Ryan Priest and Sal Sama in the studio.  David is the Interim Program Chair at Ivy Tech's campus in Columbus, Indiana and is a life-long Hoosier.  His background in agribusiness, economics, and education combined with his experience as a farmer and business owner makes him the perfect partner for Premier Companies as they seek to upskill the existing workforce and show them what a lifestyle in agriculture can look like.David covers a variety of topics on this episode including the locations and developing agriculture offerings of the Ivy Tech campuses in Indiana and how Ivy Tech is able to partner with employers across the state to develop programs to give students the skills needed to succeed in those industries.  David also shares about Ivy Tech's new precision ag courses, certification offerings, and how the sprayer simulator mimics real life scenarios.  “Hopefully it's a stepping stone to build a future in this industry for those students and a future long-term career.”

Tune in as we wrap up our celebration of our Missouri FFA National champions. Emily Hoyt, a sophomore studying agriculture education at the University of Missouri, was named the national champion in the agricultural education proficiency award at the 95th National FFA Convention in Indiana.  Emily previously served as an Agriculture Education on the Move™ partner educator as a part of her SAE.

In today's episode, we chat with Luree Williamson, CEO of Ag for Life, about Agriculture education, rural safety, and working with schools to increase knowledge of Agriculture in Alberta.   To learn more about Ag for Life and their programs, check out their website here: https://www.agricultureforlife.ca/   Fore more information about PCBFA check out our website at: https://www.peacecountrybeef.ca   Intro and outro music is Redwood Highway by Jason Shaw. Find more at www.audionautix.com    

Bob Bell visits with Dennis Duncan, a professor of Agriculture Education at TTU.  Dennis touches on his background and how he found his way to Tennessee Tech, the similarities and differences between the FFA and 4-H, and what Dennis is teaching this semester and some his specialty areas as a professor. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart. Visit them at 215 S Jefferson Ave in Cookeville to see what they can do for your office News Talk 94.1 · Presented By Office Mart

Bob Bell visits with Dennis Duncan, a professor of Agriculture Education at TTU.  Dennis touches on his background and how he found his way to Tennessee Tech, the similarities and differences between the FFA and 4-H, and what Dennis is teaching this semester and some his specialty areas as a professor. Listen to the latest Local Matters Podcast… Presented by Office Mart. Visit them at 215 S Jefferson Ave in Cookeville to see what they can do for your office

082 – David Brown – Designing From The GardenYou will often find David Brown studying plants in the gardens at Hills and Dales Estate.He seeks to acquire the perfect cutting for his amazing indoor arrangements. In our conversation he tells us how you may accomplish the same with your garden plants.Before coming to Hills & Dales Estate, David taught high school horticulture for 30 years and then was an adjunct instructor at Southern Crescent Technical College for 8 years. On top of all that he and his wife also owned and operated their own floral shop. David has a BS degree in Horticulture and Agriculture Education from Purdue University. Now he is the Greenhouse Manager and Floral Designer for Hills & Dales Estate where he is always applying his wealth of knowledge and creative expertise.This episode is a remix of 030 

Did you know that Missouri youth involved in agriculture education courses directly contribute to the state's economy? In 2021 alone, Missouri FFA students generated over $58 million dollars of income through their supervised agriculture experience and work-based programs. And, those work experiences are not just farming-based, they are in business, tourism, science, and even marketing. In this episode, Keith Dietzschold outlines the incredible opportunities that ag education programs bring to our high school students and the importance of agriculture literacy in today's world. Tune in to learn more about the state's agriculture education program and the life lessons Missouri FFA instills in thousands of young agriculturalists every year.  What you'll learn:  Keith's background and how he got to where he is today with the Missouri Department of Education The primary focus of Keith's department of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources for the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Details and misconceptions behind the Missouri FFA education program and how Keith is striving to educate Missourians about all the other pieces of agriculture outside of farming The other organizations involved in ag education in the state of Missouri, from junior high students to young adults Where to find more information about Missouri Ag Education and key takeaways from the 2022 Annual Report The role the State of Missouri Ag Education has at the Missouri State Fair The types of life lessons youth learn while involved in FFA programs, primarily agriculture literacy and comprehension What media and strategies Missouri Ag Education programs are using to tell their story and to reach students and adults

On today's program we're talking with Gina Trower, Agriculture Education teacher and FFA Adviser for Highland Community School District, about their FFA program.

Class is in Session with Ashleigh Rossi! Ashleigh is a Fresno State Alumni graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Education and Communication. She worked for Bolthouse Farms for seven years in inside sales then completed her Career Technical Education Certification to start the Agriculture Education Program at Garces Memorial High School in 2018.  She is the FFA Advisor at Garces. Future Farmers of America was the original name of this program until they changed it to The National FFA Organization in 1988. The program focusses on premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agriculture education. At Garces, Ashleigh teaches agriculture food and natural resources, floral design and horticulture, ag sales, and marketing, and ag leadership and communications. During our conversation we were blown away with how impactful this program is for young adults. Since Kern County is largely know for generations of farming and agriculture, we are grateful to shine a light on this program. Let's keep the farming traditions alive! 

For many high schools in California, class is back in session. Now is a good time to talk to your kids about what their next year in FFA or 4-H is going to look like.

Space at the UW School of Veterinary Medicine is very sought after according to Dean Mark Markel.  He talks with Pam Jahnke about how they select candidates for admittance to the school, and what trends the industry's witnessing as a group. Ashley Huhn with the Steffes Group visits with Pam Jahnke about inflation and its impact on auctions.  Huhn says farm equipment values remain high, but farm land values are hitting a plateau. Carrie Mess take us into the classrooms of Milwaukee Vincent High School.  This urban center helps students understand where their food comes from, and helps shore up the community as a whole.  Gail Kraus, ag education coordinator at Milwaukee Vincent says they integrate producing food with local farmers markets to help connect the dots.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some pig traits can be easily improved with nutrition, but other things are better left to geneticists, and genetics can have quite a large impact on the performance of the sow and her offspring. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Mark Knauer about different sow selection parameters and which parameters the industry is focusing on for the next couple of years. "When it comes to gestation feeding, there are several pieces to the puzzle that already exist and I think we are going to learn a lot more here in the next couple of years." - Dr. Mark Knauer

The first North American veterinary college honeybee research chair will be located at the University of Saskatchewan. Dr. Sarah Wood is a veterinarian known for her pollinator research.Wood says bees play an important role in agriculture and with roughly 45 per cent of bee colonies lost last year the work to save the bees is more important then ever. Saskatchewan students interested in studying agriculture at times had to leave the province for their post secondary education. But that has all changed. Cumberland Regional College in northeast Saskatchewan is offering an agriculture Sciences Certificate program.Chair of Post-secondary Education, Jeff Fisher, said the certificate is in partnership with Lakeland College in Vermillion, Alberta with an emphasis on crop production. Jeff will explain how the program will be offered and why it's so important for the agriculture sector.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thunder Mountain Rescue Ranch of Chino Valley, Arizona, recently announced its official opening as a 501c3 non-profit and its first online fundraiser. The rescue ranch is home to 40+ goats, a pack of world famous great pyrenees (they think of themselves as famous) and a myriad of animals including chickens, horses and a mini burro who have been rescued by the ranch's operators aptly named "Lady Rescue Rancher" and "The Main Mucker". The mission of Thunder Mountain Rescue Ranch is to provide a home to wayward goats whose families can no longer take care of them while also raising funds... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/goats-for-adoption-support-agriculture-education/

Darron Gaus grew up in Yoakum, Texas, a small agricultural town. After some other career moves, he made his way back to agriculture, including a stint as the farm manager at the San Antonio Food Bank. In this episode of Voices from the Field, Darron – NCAT's newest Sustainable Agriculture Specialist -- tells fellow NCAT staffer Justin Duncan about his journey and the passion he feels for spreading the word about sustainable agriculture. Now that Darron has gone from using NCAT's ATTRA sustainable-agriculture resources to being a staff member, he describes what he thinks he can contribute to ATTRA and some of what he hopes to learn. ATTRA Resources: Darron Gaus Bio NCAT Staff   Other Resources: San Antonio Food Bank Farms  Contact Darron Gaus and Justin Duncan via email at darrong@ncat.org and justind@ncat.org. Please complete a brief survey to let us know your thoughts about the content of this podcast. You can get in touch with NCAT/ATTRA specialists and find access our trusted, practical sustainable-agriculture publications, webinars, videos, and other resources at ATTRA.NCAT.ORG. Learn about NCAT's other cutting-edge sustainable agriculture programs. 

Darron Gaus grew up in Yoakum, Texas, a small agricultural town. After some other career moves, he made his way back to agriculture, including a stint as the farm manager at the San Antonio Food Bank. In this episode of Voices from the Field, Darron – NCAT's newest Sustainable Agriculture Specialist -- tells fellow NCAT staffer Justin Duncan about his journey and the passion he feels for spreading the word about sustainable agriculture. Now that Darron has gone from using NCAT's ATTRA sustainable-agriculture resources to being a staff member, he describes what he thinks he can contribute to ATTRA and some of what he hopes to learn. ATTRA Resources: Darron Gaus Bio NCAT Staff   Other Resources: San Antonio Food Bank Farms  Contact Darron Gaus and Justin Duncan via email at darrong@ncat.org and justind@ncat.org. Please complete a brief survey to let us know your thoughts about the content of this podcast. You can get in touch with NCAT/ATTRA specialists and find access our trusted, practical sustainable-agriculture publications, webinars, videos, and other resources at ATTRA.NCAT.ORG. Learn about NCAT's other cutting-edge sustainable agriculture programs. 

I’m currently a graduate student & NSF Indige-FEWSS trainee pursuing my master’s in Agriculture Education at the University of Arizona, located on occupied Tohono O'odham and Pascua Yaqui Lands. My thesis work involves continuing to indigenize & decolonialize farm-to-school curriculum with the Service to All Relations (STAR) School in Leupp, AZ. I am passionate about working in solidarity with communities living in food apartheids created by settler colonialism in the United States. My goal is to promote food justice & food sovereignty movements to increase access to healthy, culturally-appropriate foods.

I’m currently a graduate student & NSF Indige-FEWSS trainee pursuing my master’s in Agriculture Education at the University of Arizona, located on occupied Tohono O'odham and Pascua Yaqui Lands. My thesis work involves continuing to indigenize & decolonialize farm-to-school curriculum with the Service to All Relations (STAR) School in Leupp, AZ. I am passionate about working in solidarity with communities living in food apartheids created by settler colonialism in the United States. My goal is to promote food justice & food sovereignty movements to increase access to healthy, culturally-appropriate foods.

In this episode you will learn about the Importance of Agriculture Education. Why Ag Education ? As well as the importance of Agricutlture education in terms of African Centered Education. 

Host: Richie Lowery Guests: Lily Pruitt West/Haley Cheatem Issue: Nationwide Licensure for Agriculture Education Teachers The topic of a nationwide licensure for agriculture education teachers was the issue discussed at The Farm Bureau discussion meet in 2021. As with most things in agriculture, there would be advantages and challenges associated with this implementation. As we strive to move forward into a brighter future of agriculture, it is important to understand how this could affect future generations for not only agriculture educators, but as well as the students they teach. This episode is not meant to influence or persuade an individual's opinion on the subject, but rather allow them to form their own opinion through viewing both sides. Also, this episode can serve as an activity for classroom engagement. Below are objectives that could be implemented when having students listen to this podcast. Objectives: 1. Analyze and evaluate information discussed throughout the podcast and compare both advantages and challenges with implementing a nationwide licensure for agriculture educators. 2. Create a T Chart to distinguish between prior knowledge and knowledge gained after listening to the podcast. 3. Collaborate with the other students using effective problem-solving skills to provide a solution to the controversial issue. Pre-Viewing Questions: 1. What is a nationwide teacher licensure? 2. How is an agriculture licensure different from other content area? 3. Would this implementation be an overall advantage or disadvantage to both educators and students? Guided Questions to follow along: 1. What would a nationwide teacher licensure for agriculture teachers mean in terms of curriculum? 2. What would this licensure mean for military families and teachers who would like to travel? 3. How would this licensure affect future generations as they integrate into the workforce? Post Viewing questions: 1. Has your opinion on the subject matter changed after listening to this podcast? 2. What is your stance on the issue? 3. Have you ever considered a future in agriculture education?

You will often find David Brown studying plants in the gardens at Hills and Dales Estate.He seeks to acquire the perfect cutting for his amazing indoor arrangements. In our conversation he tells us how you may accomplish the same with your garden plants.Before coming to Hills & Dales Estate, David taught high school horticulture for 30 years and then was an adjunct instructor at Southern Crescent Technical College for 8 years. On top of all that he and his wife also owned and operated their own floral shop. David has a BS degree in Horticulture and Agriculture Education from Purdue University. Now he is the Greenhouse Manager and Floral Designer for Hills & Dales Estate where he is always applying his wealth of knowledge and creative expertise.

North American Ag has partnered with METOS USA to bring industry leaders together once a month to discuss a topic at the forefront of North American Agriculture. This month, we are focusing on the future of farm shows, what needs to change and what needs to be preserved. Continue reading to learn more about this month's guest speakers. To learn more about METOS USA, visit their website here: http://metosusa.com/.Jim MandesJim Mandes graduated from Penn State University with a BSBA in Management and Marketing. He has a deep understanding of the sales process and territory management and is currently the Northern Regional Sales Manager at Krone North America.Andy DellavaAndy Dellava was born and raised on a poultry and grain farm in New York. He was involved in the launch of the New York Farm Show in 1985, and was President and Chairman of the Board in the late 1980's and he became CEO & Publisher in 1986. Andy joined Hoard's Dairyman's advertising department in 1996 where he is now the Marketing Manager and has since provided dairy market insight and advice to manufacturers on how to best position their products/services to dairy farmers throughout the U.S.Gary SchulzGary Schulz graduated from Washington State University with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Education and later graduated from Institute for Organization Management. He is an agribusiness CEO turned business coach with a passion for making a difference in business leaders' lives. Gary has an extensive background in agriculture after 35 years as an experienced executive in member-driven agricultural business organizations such as the World Ag Expo, Citrus Research Board, Coeur d'Alene Area Chamber of Commerce, and Raisin Administrative Committee. Jessa AllenJessa Allen is Vice President of Membership & Events at USApple. She has diverse experience with professional and trade associations spanning the healthcare, human resource and affordable housing industries. Prior to joining USApple in March 2013, Jessa was director of member relations for the Health Industry Distributors Associations, the national trade association representing medical products distributors. Jessa is a Certified Association Executive (CAE) and active member of the American Society for Association Executives (ASAE).Brent AdamsBrent Adams is an experienced editor and award-winning content creator with a demonstrated history of leadership success working in newspapers, television, radio and public relations. Brent is a strong media and communications professional with a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication/Media Studies from Arizona State University - Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Brent is currently the Vice President of Content Development/Programming at Farm Life Agri Media.If you would like to be involved in upcoming roundtables and/or have a topic suggestion, please head to https://northamericanag.com/form/connect-with-us. We'd love to hear from you!The Women in Agribusiness (WIA) Summit annually convenes over 800 of the country's female agribusiness decision-makers. The 2022 WIA Summit, September 26-28 in Dallas, TX includes presentations from Cargill's Corporate Senior Vice President, Animal Health & Nutrition, Ruth Kimmelshue; Marco Orioli, VP of Global Grain & Processing for EMEA, CHS; and Brooke Appleton of the NCGA. Learn more at https://agr.fyi/wia_register. FIRA USA 18-20 OCT. 2022 (FRESNO-CA): The only 3-day event dedicated to the California and North America market for autonomous agriculture and agricultural robotics solutions.Learn More at https://agr.fyi/fira

It is a time of transition for the Noble Research Institute, as research efforts focus more and more on regenerative ranching.

Join one of our own, Heather Fletcher, as she gives us an update on Agriculture Education on the Move™ (AEOTM). As the program director, she led and overcame challenges facing AEOTM in a time of hybrid class structures and scarce face-to-face opportunities with the state's third-grade students. We have a discussion about adapting, the AEOTM activities in the Agriculture Building at the Missouri State Fair and more on this week's episode of #StandForAg.

Walk Ride RodeoThose are Amberley's goals. She's accomplished two of the three and I know she will go 3 for 3!Watch her movie on Netflix: Walk Ride Rodeovisit www.amberleysnyder.orghttps://jeffheggie.com/2021/07/29/walk-ride-rodeo-with-amberley-snyder/Jeff Heggiewww.JeffHeggie.com/ConfidentAthletehttps://mindset.jeffheggie.com/ Growing up, Amberley's family environment was very competitive. Her siblings participated in everything from sports to gymnastics, but Amberley found her niche in rodeo. From a young age Amberley had a great sense of communication with her horses and connected with them on a very personal level. Her mom really had a hand in cultivating her passion, and before long she was competing in barrel racing, pole bending, breakaway roping, and goat tying. In 2009, she qualified for the National High School Finals in the pole bending and won the National Little Britches Rodeo Association All-Around Cowgirl World Championship. Her parents had reinforced in her that, hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard. That was Amberley's objective every day during practice and in competition which accredited to a large part of her success. Amberley was very active in FFA during her adolescent years, and in 2010 was elected the Utah FFA State President. The leadership and communication skills she gained in the organization have been invaluable to her and thus the organization is very dear to her. Amberley was excited for 2010 and had her sights on college, finishing out her FFA office term, competing in college rodeo, and preparing for the upcoming changes in her life. She was completely unaware of the magnitude of the change to come.On January 10th, 2010 Amberley was on her way to the Denver Stock Show and Rodeo. As she was passing through Sinclair, WY she took a look down at her map. After only seconds she looked up and realized she had faded into the other lane, headed towards a metal beam. In an effort to get back in her lane, Amberley overcorrected. Her truck slid off the road and rolled and she was ejected from the vehicle. She was slammed into a fence post that broke her back and immediately she lost feeling in her legs.After five hours of emergency surgery the doctor's prognosis was she would never regain use or feeling below her waist. He told her if she had worn her seatbelt, she would still have use of her legs. The one mistake she made that day changed her life forever, but it has not defeated her competitive spirit. The top priority for Amberley was not even to walk, but to ride her horses again. Remarkably after only 4 months after the accident, she was back on her horse.Through all the challenges and adversity Amberley has had to face, it hasn't stopped her from achieving any of her goals. In May of 2015 Amberley graduated college with a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture Education. In 2018, she earned her Master's Degree in School Counseling from Utah State University. Amberley's hard work ethic hasn't wavered, and one could argue has even gotten stronger. After the accident Amberley realized she had a unique opportunity to reach out and inspire people with her unconventional situation. Her first step to that was her Wheel Chair Wednesday's video segments on social media. She would perform everyday tasks that have now become more challenging, but not impossible, after her accident. These range from how she gets on her horse to how she fills her truck up with fuel and her short videos have become a popular fan favorite on social media resulting in nearly 440K fans on Facebook.Amberley now is inspiring thousands across America by telling her inspirational story and competing in rodeos across the western United States. She has let the challenges she faces refine her, not define her.She was voted the fan exemption contestant at the world's richest one day rodeo, comparable to the Super Bowl, RFD-TV's The American. She competed with the best in the industry and received a standing ovation from over 40,000 fans in AT&T Stadium and won over the hearts of America. Amberley has turned her tragedy into triumph and is inspiring all of America to Get Back on the Horse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jeff Heggie Daily Success Strategies 344: It's Just a Roadblock with Amberley Snyder https://jeffheggie.com/ https://jeffheggie.com/ConfidentAthlete https://mindset.jeffheggie.com/ Amberley Snyder WALK RIDE RODEO - Watch it on Netflix http://www.amberleysnyder.org On January 10th, 2010 Amberley was on her way to the Denver Stock Show and Rodeo. As she was passing through Sinclair, WY she took a look down at her map. After only seconds she looked up and realized she had faded into the other lane, headed towards a metal beam. In an effort to get back in her lane, Amberley overcorrected. Her truck slid off the road and rolled and she was ejected from the vehicle. She was slammed into a fence post that broke her back and immediately she lost feeling in her legs. After five hours of emergency surgery the doctor's prognosis was she would never regain use or feeling below her waist. He told her if she had worn her seatbelt, she would still have use of her legs. The one mistake she made that day changed her life forever, but it has not defeated her competitive spirit. The top priority for Amberley was not even to walk, but to ride her horses again. Remarkably after only 4 months after the accident, she was back on her horse. Through all the challenges and adversity Amberley has had to face, it hasn't stopped her from achieving any of her goals. In May of 2015 Amberley graduated college with a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture Education. In 2018, she earned her Master's Degree in School Counseling from Utah State University. Amberley's hard work ethic hasn't wavered, and one could argue has even gotten stronger. After the accident Amberley realized she had a unique opportunity to reach out and inspire people with her unconventional situation. Her first step to that was her “Wheel Chair Wednesday's video segments on social media. She would perform everyday tasks that have now become more challenging, but not impossible, after her accident. These range from how she gets on her horse to how she fills her truck up with fuel and her short videos have become a popular fan favorite on social media resulting in nearly 200K fans on Facebook. Amberley now is inspiring thousands across America by telling her inspirational story and competing in rodeos across the western United States. She has let the challenges she faces refine her, not define her. She was voted the fan exemption contestant at the world's richest one day rodeo, comparable to the Super Bowl, RFD-TV's The American. She competed with the best in the industry and received a standing ovation from over 40,000 fans in AT&T Stadium and won over the hearts of America. Amberley has turned her tragedy into triumph and is inspiring all of America to Get Back on the Horse.

The beloved OC Fair is back in Costa Mesa from July 16th through August 15th. “If you love to cook or love to eat, this is the place to meet!” “Culinary Arts is taking center stage at the 2021 OC … Continue reading → The post Show 434, July 17, 2021: Evy Young, Agriculture Education Supervisor, OC Fair appeared first on SoCal Restaurant Show.

Welcome to season 3 here on the Stand for Ag podcast. With summer knocking on our door and plenty of interesting conversations about agriculture, we want you to join the conversation! I'm your host, Alexandra Gast, and I am thrilled to bring you new episodes with intentional and thought-provoking dialogue about food, fuel and fiber.  I am joined by a special guest on this introduction episode of Stand for Ag. Elizabeth Brooks is an Ashland, Missouri native serving as the Agriculture Education on the Move™ intern this summer. She is currently majoring in agriculture education with a teacher certification at the University of Missouri and has high hopes for the skills and knowledge she will gain as part of the AEOTM family.

Join District IV President, State Vice President. Trevor Rawdon as he discusses Agriculture Education.

May is Beef Month and to kick off the celebration of a major contributor to corn and soybean utilization, we're visiting with the Missouri Beef Industry Council's Luella Gregory, Director of the Mo Beef Mo Kids Fit program that works to put more beef on the school lunch trays of Missouri students via beef producer donations. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/agisuretrack-coffee-talk/message

Join District II President, State Vice President, Sydney Turner, as she discuses Agriculture Education with her special guest Mrs. Smith, the Roy FFA Chapter Advisor and Ag Teacher.

Agriculture & climate change can be confusing topics to navigate. From scientific jargon to policy to news articles, it can feel like you need a PhD just to understand everything. As someone who has always cared about agriculture, I've often felt intimidated by climate conversations. Do I know enough? Can I communicate my thoughts clearly? To start, everyone relies on agriculture. A farm is not a forest! Understanding food production and distribution will help you position yourself better in political and social conversations that are inevitable. Learning more about agriculture will definitely improve your opinion of agricultural work! It will help you better communicate with your customers and bring more awareness on topics that are often misunderstood. Your customers, and people, in general have many assumptions about what you should do or say to fit in. Communicating clearly your beliefs and your social impact will play a major role in your credibility and customer loyalty! Loyalty has, over the past decade, become a crucial construct in marketing, and particularly in the burgeoning field of customer relationship management. Your focus should be in making your customers to return. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nadjmat/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nadjmat/support

Not only are these ladies amazing Agriculture Teachers who serve their students but they are also some of my best friends. Baylee Adams- I was raised in Hempstead, TX. My family raised commercial and registered Brangus cattle while I showed market goats, breeding heifers and market steers. I attended Texas A&M and double majored in Agribusiness and Animal Science. I spent my college career as a member of the wool judging and meats judging team. I graduated in 2018, and went on to pursue a masters degree in Agriculture Education. My husband and I moved to Bellville, TX in 2019 and I began my teaching career at Brazos High School. This is my second year teaching intro to agriculture, floral design, greenhouse and livestock production. My job is my life, but when it's not I enjoy evenings on our small family farm with my husband, dogs and chickens! Maddison Holder- Howdy! My name is Maddison Holder. I am an ag teacher at Sweetwater High School. I grew up in Alvarado, TX, where I was heavily involved in 4-H and FFA, beginning at the age of 8. I showed cattle and hogs, was on judging teams, participated in public speaking events, and then eventually represented District 8 4-H on the Texas 4-H Council. I graduated with an animal science degree from Texas A&M after being a member of the wool, meats, and livestock judging teams. I then pursued a master's in agricultural and environmental education at the University of Georgia. While in graduate school, I obtained a certificate in international agricultural development, which allowed me to complete an internship in Morocco. All of these experiences in agriculture have propelled me to where I am now. I am passionate about educating both consumers and the next generation about the importance of agriculture! Jordan Hevner- Howdy! My name is Jordan Hevner. I graduated from Texas A&M University in 2018 with a major in animal science. Right after high school, I got a job working as a beef fabrication supervisor. I decided that job was not for me and now I am in my 2nd year of teaching Ag! I have enjoyed having the opportunity to teach and the youth about agriculture and watch them grow as individuals.

New episodes are published every Thursday morning.Catch up on the full season so far: https://feeds.transistor.fm/education-matters  Then, subscribe to Education Matters for more insightful conversations with the people who are shaping the education landscape in Ohio. Education Matters is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and many other platforms.About us: The Ohio Education Association represents more than 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools. Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May, 2020, after a ten-year career as a television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students.  Connect with us: Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Education Matters topics Like OEA on Facebook Follow OEA on Twitter Follow OEA on Instagram Get the latest news and statements from OEA here Learn more about where OEA stands on the issues  Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative Watch

Featured guest: Rob Niedermeyer, innovation teacher, Reynoldsburg City Schools This is Mr. Niedermeyer's eleventh year teaching.  He earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology from The Ohio State University and a Master of Science in Education from Ashland University.  Niedermeyer developed the STEM Middle at Baldwin Road Junior High Sustainable Outdoor Innovation Learning (SOIL) Lab.  The SOIL Lab was the district's first middle level, science-based elective course that focuses on sustainability, urban agriculture, and eliminating food insecurity.  Niedermeyer is now launching a new engineering and design class at Reynoldsburg's Hannah Ashton Middle School (HAMS) Innovation Lab makerspace.  In the Innovation Lab, he pushes students to become producers, not just consumers.  Students use the tools on hand to develop solutions to real problems within their own community.  Niedermeyer believes that real problems are more important to learning than isolated content standards, and works with his team to develop authentic learning experiences for students through a transdisciplinary  problem based learning (TPBL) model. Because of his commitment to authentic learning experiences for his students, Niedermeyer was named the Columbus Parent and ThisWeek News' 2019 Middle Level Teacher of the Year Award winner, 2020 State Board District 9 Teacher of the Year, and 2020 Ohio Teacher of the Year State Finalist.  Check it out: Click here to see photos of Niedermeyer's Innovation Lab makerspace at Hannah Ashton and Soil Lab at STEM Middle, as well as some of the projects his students have been working on.In this episode:"The biggest problem was, how are we going to take a class that was 90% hands-on with tools and other pieces of equipment and do that in a virtual world." 1:45 - Makerspace basics: Traditional shop class tools with a high-tech twist 2:20 - Designing for others and creating projects that liven up the school space 3:15 - Teaching life-long 'soft skills'  4:00 - Focusing on the design cycle with digital tools 4:45 - The 'Aha' moment in hands-on learning through remote and hybrid education models. 5:40 - "The kids who are working at home, I am then their hands here." 6:30 - Re-thinking best practices in light of the COVID curveballs for a hands-on class 7:25 - The successes and failures figuring out how to make virtual hands-on learning work 8:30 - The unexpected opportunities created by teaching in a pandemic: Communication and collaboration 9:30 - Creating the Urban Agriculture and Environmental Science Lab (aka the Soil Lab) at STEM Middle 10:45 - Letting students design the Soil Lab  11:45 - Teaching the problem solving and critical thinking with hands-on lessons in the Soil Lab 12:40 - The role of agriculture in Reynoldsburg students' lives 13:15 - Shaping students' world views through urban agriculture and growing food for those in need during the pandemic 14:30 - Awards and recognition: Building on the new connections to improve experiences for students 16:30 - Looking ahead to the future of the Innovation Lab at Hannah Ashton "I think I really focus on the 'soft skills' here - the critical thinking, the problem solving. It's great to know how to use a laser cutter, but I'm more interested in can they actually problem solve if they don't know what's happening. If they have a mistake in their design, if the machine isn't working correctly, how can they problem solve and use the resources they have to get the machine up and running again to actually make the physical product? Creating their physical product is great, they love seeing it; but for me, the best part is seeing them work through the process of actually getting to the end product."Connect with us: Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Education Matters topics Like OEA on Facebook Follow OEA on Twitter Follow OEA on Instagram Get the latest news and statements from OEA here Learn more about where OEA stands on the issues  Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative Watch About us: The Ohio Education Association represents more than 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools. Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May, 2020, after a ten-year career as a television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students.  This episode was recorded in February, 2021.

Today you’re meeting a former student of mine, Cassie Miller and her colleague Matt Lansing from Maquoketa high school. Initially, I asked for this interview because I read a recent facebook post from Cassie’s singing the praises of their FFA alumni and the construction progress made on their new Ag learning center, but as the interview went on, I was blown-away, really, by the level of support and opportunity these two educators provide their students. Maquoketa High school is in eastern Iowa, approximately halfway between Dubuque to the north and Davenport to the South. The high school has just 620 students in 9-12th grade. The town itself is under 6k people. It’s a small, rural school, and yet...they move forward. This is a rural community with driven educators who have devoted time to create a robust agricultural education and FFA program, and their FFA Alumni not only share the same drive, but push to make it happen. Maquoketa FFA Ag Learning Center - January 2021 Click here for an excellent news segment celebrating the development of the Ag Learning Center. You an also follow Maquoketa FFA on Facebook by clicking here. Cassie Miller: cmiller@maquoketaschools.org Matt Lansing: mlansing@maquoketaschools.org Education in the Driftless Region offers a host of opportunity. This story is a prime example of educators who work hard, provide opportunity, and inspire community support. Maquoketa, Iowa -- what a proud, agricultural community!

During the month of February, I will be highlighting Ag Teachers, FFA Members, and those involved within Agriculture Education in honor of National FFA Week. This week, I had the honor of interviewing one of my past high school Ag Teachers, Cari Northington. Check Out The Spotted Hereford Ranch on Facebook and Instagram or by going to their website! https://thespottedherefordranch.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

1972 - Hiram Todd grew up on his family’s Newton County farm in the 1880s. In this episode, he describes how they grew their own food and raised cotton for cash. After graduating high school, Todd decided to pursue a career in education. He taught school in Ellisville, Crystal Springs and Hattiesburg before moving to Natchez to accept a position with Stanton College, a private academy. After eight years, Todd began selling insurance for Penn Mutual and John Hancock, eventually moving into farm appraisals and loan brokerage. After World War I, a boom in the cotton market led to risky land speculation in the Delta. Todd recalls how easy credit brought many Mississippians to financial ruin when the market bubble burst in 1920. Todd discusses the challenges that Mississippians faced in those days, including the awful effects of chronic and communicable diseases. When Todd was young, outbreaks of malaria, typhoid, and yellow fever were common in Mississippi. He remembers how advances in medicine and public health brought these diseases under control. In 1941, Todd went to work for the Mississippi State Experiment Station. He reflects on how their research led to advances in agriculture and tree farming. PHOTO: extension.msstate.edu

Michelle Kenyon, Director of Field to Family stops by this week for another episode of Pollinate. Their organization envisions a region where people eat with the seasons, where farmers make a living, and our ecosystem is diverse, abundant, and healthy. On this episode, they discuss the mission of Field to Family, building local food hubs, and the importance of providing an education of where our food comes from at a young age. Field to Family is a mission-driven, nonprofit that provides food system education; supports a shared vision of a community food system that enhances our economic, environmental and community health; and expands access to locally grown and produced food to all citizens in the Iowa City/Cedar Rapids region. Learn more about Field to Family: https://fieldtofamily.org/ Learn more about Wilson's Orchard & Farm: https://www.wilsonsorchard.com/ Watch Pollinate on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/WilsonsOrchardFarm/

With Rick Davis Topic: Macoupin County Agriculture Education Foundation Guest: Mark Dugger - Macoupin County Farm Bureau...

Alisen Anderson grew up on a small farm in Columbia City, Indiana. She attended Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College from 2007-2009 where she judged livestock and was the Student Body President in 2009. She graduated from Missouri State University in 2012 with her Bachelors in Agriculture. In 2012 she accepted a position at NEO as an academic advisor in the CASA department. Then, in 2013 she was hired to replace the retiring Roger Fent as an agriculture instructor. She graduated from Iowa State University in 2015 with her Masters in Agriculture Education. Alisen teaches plant and soil science systems, soil science, agricultural leadership, pasture and range management, agriculture mechanics, college life and success and freshman year experience. With her husband Jared, they manage a farm and ranch in Ottawa county. They have two children Grace who is 4 and Colt who is 9 months. Teaching at NEO is Alisen's dream life and is so thankful for the opportunity to get to teach NEO students!

Jon Henry, Director of the School of Agricultural Education and Food Science at Central State University joins host Dan Wilson to discuss Agriculture Education.

This week, I sat down with chef, community wellness advocate, and food & feelings enthusiast, Sophia Roe. We get into the granular about food scarcity and access, creative alternatives to supermarkets and urban agriculture, and how food intersects with poverty, education, race, and even the wage gap. Sophia shares the necessity of integrating community and intergenerational solutions to personal wellness and the growing wellness-for-profit movement. Get ready for a really cool human and truly rich conversation. Follow and support Sophia Roe: http://www.iamsophiaroe.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sophia_roe/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/thepillowtalksessions/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

***Please support the podcast here: https://ko-fi.com/carlmunson***It's #funghifriday part three, where we were joined by Njiza Costa who leads on education at Shimejito. A deep and fascinating discussion about the new '4.0 Agriculture Education bootcamp' and how nature can be our teacher in these challenging times. More about this incredible team's work at: www.shimejito.comMore about Njiza here: https://www.njiza.net/Before that excellent covid coverage (for the last time) from Jorge Branco: https://jorgebranco.substack.com/p/special-measures-said-to-be-underBloomberg and Marcelo: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-05-28/portugal-says-easing-of-confinement-measures-has-been-positive And the digital seaweed:https://sites.google.com/view/olabomdia/weather?authuser=0

If a farm show happens on the Prairies and it’s not -25, is it even worth going? Turns out, you CAN go to Brandon, Man., and take in Manitoba Ag Days even when it’s nice out. Who knew? On today’s show, catch: The News with (Jessika) Guse; An oat supply and demand recap with Randy... Read More

A discussion among a unique group of K12 leaders in CA building a brand-new middle school with future pathways at the center of their design.Kristin McKennaDirector of College and Career ReadinessMadera Unified School DistrictKRISTINMCKENNA@maderausd.orgKristin McKenna is the Director of College and Career Readiness for Madera Unified and has been with Madera Unified since 2009 when she was hired as an Agriculture Teacher at Madera South High School. In 2015 Kristin became the Coordinator of College and Career Readiness and moved to the Director role in July 2018. In these roles Kristin supports the teachers in Madera Unified’s 25 career pathways, and helps build industry partnerships to align with the courses. She manages all of the CTE specific funding and is responsible for writing new grants as they become available. Kristin received her Bachelors of Science Degree and Teaching Credential at Fresno State University, her Masters in Agriculture Education from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo and her Administration Credential through Madera County Office of Education.Alyson RoccoPrincipalMadera Technical Exploration Center (Madera TEC)Madera Unified School Districtalysonrocco@maderausd.orgAlyson Rocco is Principal at the Madera Technical Exploration Center - “Madera TEC.” She was a Madera High School graduate and is returning to the district after fifteen years in Clovis Unified, ten as a classroom teacher and five in administration. Alyson taught kindergarten, first, second and fifth grade at James S. Fugman Elementary School then moved to the Guidance Instructional Specialist (aka Vice Principal) there. She was then promoted to a Learning Director at Clovis North Educational Center which serves 7th-12th grade students. Alyson oversaw English, Academic Block, Drama, Choir, Forensics and CTE Education Pathway.Alyson received her Bachelors of Arts and Teaching Credential at San Diego State University, her Masters in Education from Fresno State University, and her Administrative Credential through Fresno County Office of Education. Theron CosgraveSenior ConsultantSwanson & Cosgrave Consulting (www.swansonandcosgrave.com)cosgrave@sbcglobal.netTheron Cosgrave (aka “Cos”) is a national consultant who works with educators on a wide range of issues including project-based learning, curriculum development, school design, leadership development, and strategic planning. His firm, Swanson & Cosgrave Consulting, works with districts across the country along with intermediaries like ConnectED, JFF, NAF, and EPIC. Prior to consulting, Theron spent a decade as a high school social studies teacher and Assistant Principal. Theron holds a B.A. in Political Science and M.A. in Education from Stanford University, and a M.A. in Education Administration from San Francisco State University.Links from this episode:Madera Unified Schools: https://www.madera.k12.ca.us/Madera California: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madera,_California See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This Podcast series is for Agriculture Education professionals who are looking to bring new ideas, and hot topics of agriculture into their classroom.  Ag Career of the Day: https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/agcareers/extension-agenteducator/                                       https://www.salary.com/research/salary/posting/livestock-production-manager-salary Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Integrated Pest Management  Iowa State University Extension and Outreach 4H  Crops Feed the World Lessons  Crop Scouting Competition- Iowa State University  Crop Scouting Competition 2019 Video 

Guest Bio:Amberley Snyder was born in January of 1991 in southern California. Amberley and her five siblings lived there during her dad's Major League Baseball career with the Los Angeles Dodgers. At the age of three, Amberley began riding lessons and developed an unyielding passion for horses. After her dad's retirement from baseball, the family moved to Utah. Amberley was seven years old and would only comply if she was promised a barrel racing horse when she got there, she got her wish, and that was the beginning of Amberley's rodeo career.Growing up, Amberley's family environment was very competitive. Her siblings participated in everything from sports to gymnastics, but Amberley found her niche in rodeo. From a young age Amberley had a great sense of communication with her horses and connected with them on a very personal level. Her mom really had a hand in cultivating her passion, and before long she was competing in barrel racing, pole bending, breakaway roping, and goat tying. In 2009, she qualified for the National High School Finals in the pole bending and won the National Little Britches Rodeo Association All-Around Cowgirl World Championship. Her parents had reinforced in her that, hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard. That was Amberley's objective every day during practice and in competition which accredited to a large part of her success. Amberley was very active in FFA during her adolescent years, and in 2010 was elected the Utah FFA State President. The leadership and communication skills she gained in the organization have been invaluable to her and thus the organization is very dear to her. Amberley was excited for 2010 and had her sights on college, finishing out her FFA office term, competing in college rodeo, and preparing for the upcoming changes in her life. She was completely unaware of the magnitude of the change to come.On January 10th, 2010 Amberley was on her way to the Denver Stock Show and Rodeo. As she was passing through Sinclair, WY she took a look down at her map. After only seconds she looked up and realized she had faded into the other lane, headed towards a metal beam. In an effort to get back in her lane, Amberley overcorrected. Her truck slid off the road and rolled and she was ejected from the vehicle. She was slammed into a fence post that broke her back and immediately she lost feeling in her legs.After five hours of emergency surgery the doctor's prognosis was she would never regain use or feeling below her waist. He told her if she had worn her seatbelt, she would still have use of her legs. The one mistake she made that day changed her life forever, but it has not defeated her competitive spirit. The top priority for Amberley was not even to walk, but to ride her horses again. Remarkably after only 4 months after the accident, she was back on her horse.Through all the challenges and adversity Amberley has had to face, it hasn't stopped her from achieving any of her goals. In May of 2015 Amberley graduated college with a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture Education. In 2018, she earned her Master's Degree in School Counseling from Utah State University. Amberley's hard work ethic hasn't wavered, and one could argue has even gotten stronger. After the accident Amberley realized she had a unique opportunity to reach out and inspire people with her unconventional situation. Her first step to that was her “Wheel Chair Wednesday's video segments on social media. She would perform everyday tasks that have now become more challenging, but not impossible, after her accident. These range from how she gets on her horse to how she fills her truck up with fuel and her short videos have become a popular fan favorite on social media resulting in nearly 200K fans on Facebook.Amberley now is inspiring thousands across America by telling her inspirational story and competing in rodeos across the western United States. She has let the challenges she faces refine her, not define her.She was voted the fan exemption contestant at the world's richest one day rodeo, comparable to the Super Bowl, RFD-TV's The American. She competed with the best in the industry and received a standing ovation from over 40,000 fans in AT&T Stadium and won over the hearts of America. Amberley has turned her tragedy into triumph and is inspiring all of America to Get Back on the Horse.

Dawn Alexander, a fifth grade teacher at Tom McCall, recently won a National Agriculture in the Classroom award. She tells us how she teaches young students about agriculture, and why that’s important.

Agriculture education starts at the dinner plate and moves backwards. Teaching the next generation what they're eating and where their food comes from is invaluable to creating better food consumers and, ultimately, a healthier community.  On this week's episode, Charlie talks with Tim Downing, farmer and agriculture educator about the need for connection between consumer and producer and what role our education system can play in creating students who are informed and equipped to make better food choices.

John S. Roebling Universal Declaration Of Human Rights: No One Can Take Away Your Human Rights.Dr Paul guest last night was Founder and Excutive director of Males Place Inc. Reggie Singleton. The Males Place inc. Focus on Health Education, Fatherhood,Social Justice, Youthful Developement, and Agriculture Education for young black boys. Mr Reggie started this program in 1993. Dr Paul and Reggie talked a hard talk on the why black boys are lost and losing. Together we make a difference if "each on can teach on" May we get over the separation.

Chintan Desai is a teacher and educator from Helena, Arkansas. He was born in San Luis Obispo, California. His parents, Dipak and Daksha, immigrated from Mumbai, India in search of a better life. With little money and few friends, they built a new life for themselves and their son. ?Their journey to America was not without great cost. They left behind a community of family, friends, and loved ones. But they understood that America was a place of opportunity, where their hard work would be rewarded. And they worked hard. The day after graduating from college, Chintan moved to Helena, Arkansas, where he taught fifth grade social studies.   Jennie Lou Leeder, 7th generation Texan, is an educator, a businesswoman, a coach, and has served 10 years as County Chair for the Llano County Democrats (2007-2017).   Jennie Lou's family moved to Llano when she was 9 months old. She is a graduate of Llano High School. She graduated Southwest Texas State University with a degree in Agriculture Education and minor in Physical Education. She also graduated Ohio University with a Master of Science in Athletic Administration.  Growing up she was active in 4-H and received the Texas Gold Star Girl Award.  She is very proud that her family was awarded the Texas Century Farm Award in 1992.   During her tenure as Llano County Democratic Chair, Jennie Lou was a member of the Texas County Chairs Association and was on the Executive Board.  In 2014 she was elected Senate District 24 Committeewoman where she served one term and also sat on the Rural Subcommittee, Urban County Subcommittee, and  Legislative Committees.  She was a national delegate to the DNC in 2008 and 2016.

Tim Braun is a District Sales Representative with Rob-See-Co, a small seed company based in Omaha, Nebraska that is responsible for distributing seed products from various suppliers, including Syngenta. After graduating with a degree in Agriculture Education, he worked with BASF for over seven years before starting his career as a sales representative with Rob-See-Co. Currently, he is responsible for promoting the company’s brand, recruiting new dealers, and engaging in on-farm seed sales. Tim joins me today to share how he got started in the seed sales industry and the day-to-day activities of a seed sales representative. He explains how he incorporates education and consultancy aspects into his sales strategy and the impact that building relationships with farmers, dealers, and suppliers can have on your career as a seed sales representative. He also shares the challenges associated with building a business in a new environment, the most rewarding aspects of working in the seed sales industry, and the personal traits you need to become a successful seed sales representative. “Relationships are the biggest thing that drive our industry.” - Tim Braun Today on AgGrad Live: Selling to seed dealers versus farmers. How his career in the seed sales industry started. How he incorporates education and consultancy into his sales strategy. Examples of the day-to-day activities of a district seed sales representative. Benefits of working from a home office. Challenges associated with building a business in a new area. The importance of building relationships and being visible throughout your community. The most rewarding aspects of working in seed sales. Sales roles available at Rob-See-Co. How his career with BASF impacted his career with Rob-See-Co. How traveling impacted the success of his career. Tim Brauns Advice for AgGrads: Network, network, network. Treat your customers as you would like to be treated. Be fair with Connect with Tim Braun: Rob-See-Co (https://www.robseeco.com/) Email: TBraun@RobSeeCo.com Tim Braun on Twitter (https://twitter.com/tbraun3) Connect, Share & ADVANCE Your Career in Agriculture Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of AgGrad Live - the podcast helping aspiring, new, and veteran professionals advance their careers in the agriculture industry. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the show on iTunes, visit our website, and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Don’t forget to share each episode on your favorite social media platforms to help other professionals advance their careers in the agriculture industry! If you want to learn more about agricultural careers, upcoming Facebook Live, and other opportunities related to agriculture, create a profile at Jobs.AgGrad.com today.

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Mary was raised on a Holstein dairy farm in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains in upstate New York.  In 2008 she founded SEEAG, Students for Eco-Education and Agriculture, which teaches children about the farm origins of their food and connects them to the farmland in their own backyard.  After years of teaching thousands of local school children, Mary realized their parents also knew little about local agriculture.  So she founded Ventura County Farm Day, a county-wide agricultural education event, which includes over 20 local farms, tours and activities.   In This Podcast: Greg chats with Mary and learns how she recognized the need for agriculture education for both kids and adults in her community and how she started an organization to do something about it. Mary also teaches Greg something he did not realize about agriculture and education. Together they share an appreciation of the Do-er's in the world. And she explains about the annual event she organized to help farmers in her county connect with the residents through a day-long open house at farms around the county.   Go to our Podcast page at www.urbanfarm.org/blog/podcast/ to find photos, links, and more information on this podcast, as well as for each of our other great guest interviews.  You can also sign up for weekly email summaries of the interviews.

When it comes to different pig preweaning parameters, which ones are the most important? That is a question that has had a variety of answers over the years, and hopefully after this study we can better understand exactly how large of an effect each parameter has. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Mark Knauer about his study with over 3,000 pigs that used linear modeling to measure how much of the piglet variation was explained by a variety of different preweaning parameters. Dr. Mark Knauer was born and raised on a pure-line pig and cattle operation in southern Wisconsin. He received his B.S. in Agriculture Education and M.S. in Animal Breeding at Iowa State University. Following his time at ISU, Dr. Knauer completed his Ph.D. in Animal Breeding and Genetics at North Carolina State University. After graduating, he completed a short Postdoc at the Institute for Pig Genetics in the Netherlands before accepting a position with the National Pork Board as the Director of Animal Science. Dr. Knauer is currently a Swine Extension Specialist at North Carolina State University where he focuses on genetics and production management.