Podcasts about crops

Today is an episode of Friday Fusions, a series that combines my direction and source selection with the virtual AI hosts in Google Gemini Notebook. I choose the topic, assemble the source material and give the AI specific instructions on how to approach it. The virtual hosts then turn that information into a conversation. These Friday episodes let me bring you additional content while continuing to produce the four regular TSPC episodes I host each week. AI can make mistakes, mispronounce words or occasionally state something with more confidence than accuracy, so verify anything important before acting on it. The … Continue reading →

Alexis Taylor, chief global policy officer for the International Fresh Produce Association, says specialty crop producers need more demand for their products and help stabilizing the industry against further challenges.

The Meyer Family Farm grows a lot of hay up on the Rotherham prairie. Kyle Meyer talks about some of the specifics of his operation.

University of Illinois Professor of Soil Science Andrew Margenot discusses his work with the Illinois Nutrient Research & Education Council.  Morgan Lewis with Western Community Public Transportation discusses rural transit.  

Luke Boulus from Westridge Fruit & Vegetables joins us with this weekend's edition of Pick of the Crop.

Digital crop acreage reporting has just gone national, rather than the way it used to be at FSA county offices.

https://agxplore.com/assessment/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=us_branding_search&utm_content=us_branding_search&utm_creative=&utm_term=nitrogen%20fertilizer%E2%80%A8&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19647814938&gbraid=0AAAAABcjE32bUOUfaJpssNXD_ZsSRg9jE Potassium is a macronutrient crops need throughout the growing season, but simply having adequate soil levels doesn't guarantee the plant can access it. The AgXplore team explains that roots only explore a portion of the soil profile and potassium movement is heavily tied to water—creating a challenge during dry late-season conditions when crop demand can still be significant.Dr. John and Ben discuss potassium acetate as a highly plant-available form and explain potassium's role in photosynthesis, stalk quality, standability, and the opening and closing of stomata. That stomatal function becomes especially important under heat and moisture stress because it affects transpiration and the plant's ability to continue moving water and nutrients.The conversation then turns to timing. AgXplore's Nutri-K provides potassium acetate, while KSB combines potassium, sulfur, boron, and biostimulants. The team says late-season applications have produced positive results across several crops and geographies. In one replicated Wisconsin trial discussed in the episode, potassium treatments improved yield by roughly 5–10 bushels, with the guests citing a minimum ROI around 6-to-1 in that trial. They also found that stacking an earlier application with a later application performed better than a single application.The bigger takeaway isn't simply to apply more potassium. It's about understanding the crop's demand curve and supplying “the right groceries at the right time.” Soil fertility still provides the foundation, but strategically timed nutrition may help keep the crop functioning and finishing stronger when environmental conditions make soil uptake more difficult. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Farm Production and Conservation Under Secretary Richard Fordyce discusses the development of a modernized crop acreage reporting system from a pilot phase to implementation across the country. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An update on the spotted lanternfly from State Ag Pest Survey Coordinator Kelly Estes. Wrapping up the 2026 Illinois county fair season with Jeff Rabenort from the Okawville Wheat Festival.Monthly visit with Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs.  

About 30% of Washington's apple crop is exported each year, with Asian countries making up the most significant regional destination.

Digital crop acreage reporting has just gone national, rather than the way it used to be at FSA county offices.

An update on the Illinois Agricultural Leadership Foundation Class of 2027.  Kurt Maertens with BASF discusses crop protection products during the Farm Progress Show earlier this month. DTN Weather Risk Communicator Teresa Wells says northern Illinois is forecast to receive heavy rain this week while southern Illinois will experience heat.   

The Super El Niño is officially here — and scientists say it may be the strongest ever recorded. In this episode, Patrick Kelly breaks down what a “very strong” El Niño means for fall and winter weather, global agriculture, and the future of fresh produce.We dive into the science behind El Niño — how NOAA defines it, why the Walker Circulation matters, and why the World Meteorological Organization is forecasting a near 100% chance that this event will persist through February 2027. You'll hear expert insights from UC San Diego, USF, and global climate researchers on what makes this El Niño different.After the break, we explore how extreme weather, drought, flooding, and shifting ocean temperatures are already disrupting global agriculture. From rising rice prices to volatile grain markets, food insecurity risks, and supply chain pressure, Patrick unpacks how this climate event will reshape fresh produce markets worldwide.References: TIME – How El Niño Will Impact Fall and Winter Weather in the U.S.https://time.com/article/2026/09/11/el-nino-fall-winter-weather-us/NOAA – El Niño Forms, Expected to Strengthenhttps://www.noaa.gov/news-release/el-nino-forms-expected-to-strengthen-say-noaa-forecastersWMO – El Niño Set to Become Very Strong, Raising Risks of Extreme Weather into 2027https://wmo.int/news/media-centre/el-nino-set-become-very-strong-raising-risks-of-extreme-weather-2027The Conference Board – El Niño Reshapes Global Agricultural Marketshttps://www.conference-board.org/research/policy-backgrounders/el-nino-reshapes-global-agricultural-marketsNewsweek – How El Niño Could Spark Global Crisis in 2027https://www.newsweek.com/how-el-nino-could-spark-global-crisis-2027-12331811 (newsweek.com in Bing)

Legislators are back in Washington with a full agenda and a clock ticking down to the November elections. Farmers and ag interests are in town lobbying for a new farm bill and energy policy. Crops are maturing and the harvest pace is picking up across the nation. 

Monthly update from Don Schaefer with Mid-West Truckers Association.  Bob Eschbach with the Ottawa Center for the Arts details historic preservation efforts at two former church buildings.  Highlighting Illinois Farm Bureau Actively Engaged Student of the Month for September, Adalyn Solomonson from El Paso Gridley High School. Joe Camp at CommStock Investments previews a new market week. 

SVP and Stanford Steve Coughlin recap the Texas Longhorns miracle comeback over the Ohio State Buckeyes, the Oregon Ducks' stunning defeat to Oklahoma State and more. Texas scored 21 4th quarter points en route to a program-defining comeback win. The guys break down the game from every angle, and Steve offers his takeaways from a first-person point of view as the Big Man was boots on the ground in DKR. Madness ensued earlier in the day, too, as Oklahoma State - who got wrecked by Tulsa in Week 1 - pulled off the unthinkable and knocked off Oregon, who has not looked good to start the season. What to make of Dan Lanning's group and QB Dante Moore, who struggled late against the Pokes. Michigan bounced back with a nice 17-10 win over Oklahoma in the Big House. The guys discuss what allowed the Wolverines to pickup the huge win and leave the Western Michigan fiasco a thing of the past. Additionally, Alabama blanked Kentucky 32-0 in the second half to easily get out of trouble in Lexington, Tennessee largely rolled to a stress-free road win over Georgia Tech, Mississippi State dominated Minnesota, Iowa won the CyHawk Game despite trailing early, Texas Tech held on in "mean" Corvallis, the ACC had a nice day, Steve's Big 12 prediction is looking better and better by the week, and the Dirty Terps kept vibes high in the Rent. All that and more on an action-packed LIVE CFB Week 2 recap episode on SVPod. Approx. Timecodes:   (0:00) Intro (1:47) Texas-Ohio State REACTION (20:31) Michigan-Oklahoma recap (29:40) Oklahoma State-Oregon recap (41:33) Alabama-Kentucky recap (46:02) BYU-Arizona recap (48:15) Texas Tech-Oregon State recap (50:46) Iowa-Iowa State recap (53:45) Quick shoutouts: JMU, ND, Wake Forest, Duke (56:50) Tennessee-Georgia Tech recap (1:00:06) Boise State-Memphis recap (1:01:35) Washington-Utah State recap (1:02:37) Nebraska looks CAPABLE (1:03:20) Maryland handled UConn (1:04:58) Quick hitters: UCLA, LSU (1:07:25) Austin recap (1:16:50) Late night ball talk: Clemson & Utah + Winners (1:19:29) Mississippi State crushes Minnesota (1:21:46) Who should be No. 1? (1:22:55) Winners coping (1:24:58) Coming Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today is an episode of Friday Fusions, a series that combines my direction and source selection with the virtual AI hosts in Google Gemini Notebook. I choose the topic, assemble the source material and give the AI specific instructions on how to approach it. The virtual hosts then turn that information into a conversation. These Friday episodes let me bring you additional content while continuing to produce the four regular TSPC episodes I host each week. AI can make mistakes, mispronounce words or occasionally state something with more confidence than accuracy, so verify anything important before acting on it. The … Continue reading →

State and federal updates with Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs & Commodities Kevin Semlow in his "Seven with Kevin" segment.  Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello talks harvest season and upcoming grain tours.IHSA Friday Friday Friday features El Paso Gridley head football coach Tanner Benedict plus Pigskin Pickins' with Jim, Rita and DeLoss.  

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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey gives national soybean crop progress figures for the period ending September 6. USDA Radio Newsline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza discusses prevailing wage laws in Illinois.Monica Nyman with the St. Louis District Dairy Council details the nutritional benefits and recipe versatility for cottage cheese.  Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Transportation and Infrastructure Rodney Knittel provides information on harvest permits.   

Lisa Ellis from the Illinois Grape Growers and Vintners Alliance promotes the Illinois wine industry.  Monthly visit with licensed professional counselor Rachel Brown.Kevin Daugherty with Illinois Ag in the Classroom discusses AITC's presence at the Illinois State Fair and highlights a new academic year.  

With farmer survey response rates declining, USDA is looking to satellites, streamlined reporting and new technology to strengthen agricultural data.

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Talking propane supply and demand with Michael Newland with the Propane Education and Research Council.  "Tomorrow's Leaders Today" segment with Kenzie Holste from Stephenson County.  Tim Birkel from Wyffels Hybrids details his Director of Marketing role.  Breaking down the rest of September weather with meteorologist Paul Otto with Freese-Notis Weather. 

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In this episode, farmer James Clarke of Clarke's Greens shares how he plans out his crops for the year for his different customers.   Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights!   Get market farming tools, seeds, and supplies at Modern Grower. Follow Modern Grower:  Instagram  Instagram Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network:  Carrot Cashflow  Farm Small Farm Smart  Farm Small Farm Smart Daily  The Growing Microgreens Podcast  The Urban Farmer Podcast  The Rookie Farmer Podcast  In Search of Soil Podcast Check out Diego's books:  Sell Everything You Grow on Amazon   Ready Farmer One on Amazon **** Modern Grower and Diego Footer participate in the Amazon Services LLC. Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

Learning about the process of being placed on the National Register of Historic Places from Quinn Adamowski from Landmarks Illinois and Alison Costanzo from the Lombard Historical Society.From last week's Farm Progress Show, Justin Moritz, North American Soybean Trait Launch Manager for BASF. Previewing a new market week with Joe Camp from CommStock Investments. 

SVP and Steve react to all the biggest games and storylines from CFB Week 1. Starting with none other than the bizarre ending to Michigan-Western Michigan. Did WMU get screwed? How did the refs decide there was a second left on the lock? SVP gives his unfiltered take about one of the more shocking turn of events in recent CFB memory. LSU throttled Clemson, but who did it say more about? Is LSU THIS legit? Steve then goes into depth on his time in Baton Rouge the last couple days, including lots and lots of oysters. Additionally, the guys break down Keelon Russell's debut, big days from Iowa, Penn State, Maryland, Indiana and Florida, along with spending plenty of time on Oregon's nail biter over Boise State. TIMECODES: (0:00) Intro (3:38) Michigan-Western Michigan reaction (18:37) Clemson-LSU reaction (32:30) Baton Rouge recap (37:20) Malachi Toney. Heisman? (42:45) Rough weekend for ACC (45:10) Pitt could be good (45:50) Shoutout Tennessee (47:30) Oregon-Boise State reaction (56:40) Penn State looked great (57:50) Crops rolled the boys from DeKalb (59:10) Winners update (59:55) Florida reaction (1:02:10) Indiana-North Texas reaction (1:07:05) Alabama-ECU reaction (1:08:55) Auburn-Baylor good or close? (1:11:00) Alabama-ECU reaction take 2 (1:15:10) Auburn-Baylor reaction (1:17:50) Why Baton Rouge is special (1:20:00) Steve's new rule (1:21:20) Clemson-LSU final thoughts (1:25:50) Shoutout UCLA (1:27:10) Maryland-Hampton recap (1:28:20) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to this week’s edition of RealAg on the Weekend with Shaun Haney! On today’s show, Haney talks about data from the Canadian Farmer Sentiment Index showing how crop producers face tight margins and iffy financial sentiment, while livestock operations are riding a wave of strong margins. Also on today’s show, Haney talks about the... Read More

Join us for a discussion led by Heather Poutre of Agronomy Diversified LLC, Jeff True of True Potential Ag Consulting, LLC, and John Kempf, founder of Advancing Eco Ag. With nitrogen management remaining a central topic amidst heightened focus on water quality, Heather, Jeff, and John will dive into practical agronomic strategies designed to balance environmental stewardship with farm profitability. Topics in this webinar that are discussed include:  Navigating evolving water quality focuses and proactive nitrogen management. Building a practical fertility program designed to maximize nutrient efficiency and profitability. Implementing management practices that address root causes rather than relying on bulk fertilizer top-ups. Actionable strategies for cutting conventional commercial fertilizer dependence while maintaining yield. Utilizing biology, humic and fulvic acids, and amino acids to improve nutrient uptake. Maximizing Return on Investment (ROI) by lowering unit costs per bushel through smarter nutrient delivery. Additional ResourcesClick here to watch "How Excess Nitrogen Creates Yield Drag" For Iowa/Midwest growers who want to reach out to Heather or Jeff, contact info is below: Jeff True, True Potential Ag Consulting, LLC. 641-431-0436 Jeff serves the NW and SE corners of Iowa Heather Poutre, Agronomy Diversified LLC About John Kempf John Kempf is the founder of Advancing Eco Agriculture (AEA). A top expert in biological and regenerative farming, John founded AEA in 2006 to help fellow farmers by providing the education, tools, and strategies that will have a global effect on the food supply and those who grow it. Through intense study and the knowledge gleaned from many industry leaders, John is building a comprehensive systems-based approach to plant nutrition – a system solidly based on the sciences of plant physiology, mineral nutrition, and soil microbiology. Support For This Show & Helping You Grow Since 2006, AEA has been on a mission to help growers become more resilient, efficient, and profitable with regenerative agriculture. AEA works directly with growers to apply its unique line of liquid mineral crop nutrition products and biological inoculants. Informed by cutting-edge plant and soil data-gathering techniques, AEA's science-based programs empower farm operations to meet the crop quality markers that matter the most. AEA has created real and lasting change on millions of acres with its products and data-driven services by working hand-in-hand with growers to produce healthier soil, stronger crops, and higher profits. Beyond working on the ground with growers, AEA leads in regenerative agriculture media and education, producing and distributing the popular and highly-regarded Regenerative Agriculture Podcast, inspiring webinars, and other educational content that serve as go-to resources for growers worldwide. Learn more about AEA's regenerative programs and products: https://www.advancingecoag.com

Welcome to episode 480 of Growers Daily! Today we are talking trap crops (the only crops you get to yell "psyche" at), we'll check in on the sweet potatoes in the field, and it's feedback friday.  We are a Non-Profit! 

In this Episode Tom Spellman shares more than five decades of experience growing, propagating, and managing fruit trees, with a focus on what he calls urban fruit tree culture. He explains why backyard growers should prioritize varieties they enjoy, choose trees and rootstocks suited to their climate, manage tree size, and use successive ripening to extend harvests. Tom also discusses protecting fruit trees from heat, sunburn, wind, and sudden weather events through whitewashing, shade, pre-irrigation, and mulching. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes a simple goal for backyard growers: get a little bit of fruit all the time rather than an overwhelming amount all at once.Our Guest: Tom Spellman has been involved in the nursery business since 1973. At that time, he was a freshman in high school and rode his skateboard to work. Since then he has worked for several different nurseries including La Verne Nursery where he was general manager for 20 years. And Dave Wilson Nursery where he was the southwestern sales Manager for over 20 years. Since retiring he is an Urban Fruit Tree and orchard consultant. Most of all he is the person that knows more about fruit trees than anyone else I know!Key Topics & EntitiesUrban fruit tree cultureFruit tree variety selectionRootstocks and climate adaptabilityTree size managementSuccessive ripeningBare root fruit treesDesert fruit tree growingSunburn and sunscald protectionWind stress and windbreaksPre-irrigation before extreme heatMulching and soil temperatureCompanion plantingCitrus in desert climatesContainer-grown citrusKey Questions AnsweredWhat is urban fruit tree culture?Urban fruit tree culture is growing fruit trees under limited backyard conditions, where space is restricted and the goal is to make the most productive use of that space. Tom recommends growing varieties you actually like and will use while considering climate, geography, and soil type.Why is tree size management so important for backyard growers?Backyard growers generally don't need hundreds of pounds of one type of fruit at once. Keeping trees compact makes pruning, thinning, harvesting, and other maintenance easier while allowing multiple varieties to be grown in the same space.How can successive ripening extend a backyard harvest?By planting varieties that ripen at different times, gardeners can harvest the same type of fruit over a much longer period. Instead of getting one large crop for two weeks, several varieties can provide fruit for a month and a half or longer.How should gardeners choose a fruit tree rootstock?The rootstock needs to be adapted to the gardener's climate and soil as well as the variety itself. Tom explains that desert growers need rootstocks capable of handling heat, sandy soil, low-desert conditions, and alkalinity.Why are bare root trees pruned before planting?When bare root trees are dug, their roots are pruned. The top should be pruned back to balance the reduced root system so the tree can establish new growth successfully. Tom's experiments show that heavily pruned bare root trees can develop significantly more vigor and new scaffold growth than unpruned trees.How can fruit trees be protected from extreme desert heat?Tom recommends protecting exposed bark from sunburn with a breathable whitewash, using limited temporary shade during a tree's first summer, and thoroughly pre-irrigating before a predicted extreme heat event.How does mulch help fruit trees in hot climates?A four- to six-inch layer of mulch can keep soil temperatures significantly cooler, improve water retention, increase biological activity, and reduce weed seed germination. Tom also recommends maintaining a broad mulched basin around fruit trees.What is the advantage of companion planting around young fruit trees?The space around young trees is already being irrigated and maintained, so annual or temporary companion crops can make productive use of that space while the trees are becoming established. Crops such as cowpeas and sweet potatoes can also help reduce ground temperatures.Why is citrus especially valuable for desert gardeners?Citrus offers a wide range of varieties with different harvest periods. By selecting varieties with different seasons, gardeners can potentially harvest citrus for many months of the year.Can people grow citrus in climates where it cannot survive outdoors year-round?Yes. Tom describes container culture as an option for people with sunrooms or greenhouses. Trees can be moved outdoors after the danger of frost and brought back inside when cold weather returns.Why is container culture difficult in the desert?Extreme heat and sun can create severe stress for container-grown trees. Tom explains that some desert wholesale growers use a "pot in pot" system, placing containers into the ground to keep the root zone cooler.What is the main difference between commercial and backyard fruit growing?Commercial growers generally want a large quantity of one variety to ripen at the same time for efficient harvest and marketing. Backyard growers usually benefit more from the opposite approach: multiple varieties that provide a smaller amount of fruit over a longer period.Episode HighlightsTom began working in a nursery at age 13, riding his skateboard about a mile and a half to work.He spent 20 years working with mentor Dieter Lotter at La Verne Nursery and describes that experience as an education that couldn't be bought in school.Urban fruit tree culture starts with growing what you like, what you will use, and what is adaptable to your climate and soil.Keeping fruit trees compact allows backyard growers to manage, harvest, and prune them from the ground while making better use of limited space.Successive ripening allows multiple varieties to share the footprint of one large tree while extending the harvest season.Pre-irrigating before an extreme heat event can make the difference between severe tree damage and a healthy orchard.A good layer of mulch can cool the soil, conserve water, improve biological activity, and reduce weeds.Tom's central philosophy for backyard growers is simple: "a little bit of fruit all the time."For more information on Greg's Urban Farm Fruit Tree program in Phoenix visit FruitTrees.orgVisit www.urbanfarm.org/1005 for the show notes on this episode, and access to our full podcast library! Need a little bit of advice or just a feedback on your design for your yard or garden?The Urban Farm Team is offering consults over the phone or zoom. Get the benefits of a personalized garden and yard space analysis without the cost of trip charges.You can chat with Greg or choose one of the senior members of our Urban Farm team to get permaculture based feedback.Click HERE to learn more!*Disclosure: Some of the links in our podcast show notes and blog posts are affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase, we will earn a nominal commission at no cost to you. We offer links to items recommended by our podcast guests and guest writers as a service to our audience and these items are not selected because of the commission we receive from your purchases. We know the decision is yours, and whether you decide to buy something is completely up to you.

In this episode, farmer Mike Hedge of Hedge Family Farm shares how they manage both high-labor and low-labor crops and still be profitable.   Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights!   Get market farming tools, seeds, and supplies at Modern Grower. Follow Modern Grower:  Instagram  Instagram Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network:  Carrot Cashflow  Farm Small Farm Smart  Farm Small Farm Smart Daily  The Growing Microgreens Podcast  The Urban Farmer Podcast  The Rookie Farmer Podcast  In Search of Soil Podcast Check out Diego's books:  Sell Everything You Grow on Amazon   Ready Farmer One on Amazon **** Modern Grower and Diego Footer participate in the Amazon Services LLC. Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

Frosts in avocadao orchards  in Northland have hit prodcution 

USDA's July index for crop and livestock production prices received by ag producers indicate declines in some categories from the prior month. Rod Bain has the story. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this, our 341st Evolutionary Lens livestream, we discuss two lives well-lived, both of which ended on August 31, 2026: our beloved labrador Maddie, and Wendell Berry. Maddie was adventurous and loyal; she helped raise our children; and she gave unconditional love. Wendell Berry was a writer, an environmentalist, and a philosopher and defender of the land, and of traditional ways of being and doing. He died at 92 at his home in Kentucky, having lived a deep life farming, thinking, and writing.*****Our sponsors:Timeline: Accelerate the clearing of damaged mitochondria to improve strength and endurance: Go to www.timeline.com/darkhorse and use code darkhorse for 20% off your order.Cowboy Colostrum: Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code Darkhorse at https://cowboycolostrum.com/darkhorse.CrowdHealth: Pay for healthcare with crowdfunding instead of insurance. It's way better. Use code DarkHorse at http://JoinCrowdHealth.com to get 1st 3 months for $99/month.*****Join us on Locals! Get access to our Discord server, exclusive live streams, live chats for all streams, and early access to many podcasts: https://darkhorse.locals.comHeather's newsletter, Natural Selections (subscribe to get free weekly essays in your inbox): https://naturalselections.substack.comOur book, A Hunter-Gatherer's Guide to the 21st Century, is available everywhere books are sold, including from Amazon: https://amzn.to/3AGANGg (commission earned)Check out our store! Epic tabby, digital book burning, saddle up the dire wolves, and more: https://darkhorsestore.orgMusic: "Marble Machine" by WintergatanThis track can be downloaded for free at www.wintergatan.netFree License to use this track in your video can be downloaded at www.wintergatan.net*****Mentioned in this episode:Wendell Berry in 2012 in Humanities: https://www.neh.gov/humanities/2012/mayjune/conversation/wendell-berry-landsmaBerry obit in NYT: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/31/us/wendell-berry-dead.htmThe Peace of Wild Things: https://amzn.to/4zQkzE6  (commission earned)The Unsettling of America: Culture & Agriculture: https://amzn.to/4zTQV0S (commission earned)*****Timestamps:00:00:00 A Rough One Today00:02:07 Sponsor: Timeline00:06:01 Sponsor: Cowboy Colostrum00:09:09 Sponsor: CrowdHealth00:11:22 We Lost Maddie on Monday00:14:01 Why Does She Love Me Unconditionally?00:15:38 Dogs May Save the World00:18:03 The Longest-Standing Domesticate00:20:53 Cats See Mothers, Dogs See a Team00:23:43 Please Wait for Dad to Get Home00:30:50 Why We Buried Her Ourselves00:37:26 Sun Lakes and a Dog With a Job00:43:09 Photographs of Maddie00:45:57 Grief Is the Downside of Love00:48:07 What We Surrender to the Market00:55:58 Wendell Berry, 1934-202601:01:02 The Unsettling of America01:02:25 Monoculture of Crops and of Ideas01:07:23 The Cult of the Future01:13:53 Manifesto: The Mad Farmer01:16:46 A Meeting, and GoodbyeSupport the show

It's Day 7 of the Great Minnesota Get-together! The record breaking Crop Art exhibit this year actually led to Jason having to make an apology to the sex worker community. Jason survived his night alone in his potentially haunted house. He's got the follow up and the gang does a practice exorcism. Colleen is still over the pickle madness of the fair and has a suggestion for the next flavor craze. Holly's hot fair food take: Don't sleep on the Salted Honey Ice Cream Sandwich from the MN Honey Producers! Today's live broadcast sponsor is Children's Theater Company, the gang breaks down their theater backgrounds (big spoiler, all three of them are BIG theater nerds!)Colleen & Holly surprised Jason on his TV show yesterday! How did it go?Screen Queens: New episodes of "Double Lives of Suburban Wives" drop each Monday and Holly & Colleen caught up to discuss our latest cringe watch. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of the Cornelius Seed Podcast, District Sales Manager Luke Davis shares what he's seeing in northeast Iowa as late-season disease pressure ramps up, including tar spot, southern rust, crown rot in corn, and SDS in soybeans, with some northern corn leaf blight also present. They discuss how recent weather set the stage, why fungicide decisions were made around tassel despite limited early symptoms, and why late applications now are mostly case-by-case and often not cost-effective unless crop is later or harvest is delayed. Davis emphasizes scouting and taking notes for future planning, prioritizing harvest on fields with stalk/crown rot risk, doing pinch tests for stalk integrity, and identifying soybean diseases like SDS vs brown stem rot. He also notes a split-planter observation of less crown rot with Pivot Bio G3 and highlights Victrato seed treatment (stacked with Profit Guard Plus) and variety selection as key SDS management tools. 00:34 Podcast Intro and Goals00:59 Field Disease Snapshot01:38 Weather and Fungicide Timing04:07 Late Season Spray Decisions05:54 Harvest Priority and Stalk Rots07:01 Biologicals Trial Results08:33 Fungicide ROI Next Year09:51 Soybean SDS Reality Check11:07 SDS Management Tools13:59 Scout Now Plan Ahead15:43 Wrap Up and Thanks

Think you've missed your chance to plant a fall garden? You may still have time to grow a harvest, even if September is already here. The key is knowing your average first frost date and choosing fall crops that can mature in the time you have left. In this episode, I'll help you figure out what you can still plant based on the number of weeks before your first frost. We'll cover fast-growing greens and radishes, when transplants make more sense than seeds, and why your USDA zone isn't the best number to use for fall planting. Free Download: Fall Salad Garden Planning Calendar Know when to plant for fresh greens throughout the fall season. http://journeywithjill.net/fallsaladgarden Key Takeaways Find your average first frost date. Choose crops based on time remaining. Direct sow fast-growing greens late. Use transplants for a head start. Expect smaller harvests when planting late. Chapters 00:02 – Is it too late to plant? 02:37 – Find your first frost date 05:32 – How much cold crops tolerate 07:38 – What to plant with limited time 10:03 – Easily sow baby greens 12:28 – Add lettuce, kale, and brassicas 14:51 – Options with eight-plus weeks 17:11 – Where to find fall transplants 19:38 – Why a small garden is worthwhile 21:01 – Match crops to your timeline Resource Links Fall Salad Garden Planning Calendar: http://journeywithjill.net/fallsaladgarden Friday Emails + Beginner's Garden Resource Vault: https://journeywithjill.net/gardensignup YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JourneywithjillNet/videos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeginnersgarden/ Podcast Archive: https://journeywithjill.net/the-beginners-garden-podcast/ Recommended Brands & Products: https://journeywithjill.net/recommended-brands-and-products/ Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebeginnersgarden Complete Garden Planner: Ready for a simple system to plan and track your garden? My Complete Garden Planner makes it easy. https://shop.journeywithjill.net/ Disclaimer Gardening advice shared in this podcast is based on my own experience in Zone 8a (Arkansas) and from the feedback I receive from others in different gardening contexts. Your results may differ depending on your location, climate, and growing conditions. Always check your local extension service or trusted resources for region-specific guidance. Some links mentioned may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Ultra-fast fashion company Shein started trading on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange today. Once valued at about $100 billion, the company went public at closer to $27 billion. The Shein IPO has been years in the making. This morning, we'll delve into what took so long, where the brand stands within the fashion retail landscape, and what the IPO could mean for customers. But first: what a jump agriculture export prices means for farmers.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace Morning Report is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Stories covered in this episode:Crop export prices are up. Are farmers reaping the benefits?What Shein's IPO means for customers

Jon Paul Driver sits down with Dr. Carson Roberts, assistant research professor and state Extension specialist in forage agronomy at the University of Missouri, to examine whether companion crops help—or hurt—a new alfalfa stand. Dr. Roberts draws on research comparing solo-seeded alfalfa, oat companion crops, herbicide programs and different irrigation levels. They cover:

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Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this episode of The Wright Report, Bryan breaks down new DOJ evidence being built against James Comey, including text messages from his own family and passages from his novels that prosecutors say show he knew how to incite violence against President Trump while keeping deniability. Bryan covers the Trump administration's plan for the largest mass visa revocation in US history, a Supreme Court ruling clearing the way for new Postal Service ballot verification rules, and a DSA volunteer drive in South Carolina training members to indoctrinate children into socialism. He also breaks down a growing GOP revolt against AI data centers as Democrats turn the issue into a midterm weapon. Plus, Bryan covers Iran's new $10 million bounty on Barron Trump as its naval blockade squeeze intensifies, Palestinian kite and balloon attacks threatening a fresh flare-up in Gaza, a mega El Niño threatening global coffee, wheat, and chocolate supplies, and China's booming "hardship camps" sending spoiled kids to work on farms. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32   Keywords: Wright Report, Bryan Dean Wright, James Comey, DOJ, indictment, Deep State, visa revocation, asylum, Supreme Court, Postal Service, mail-in ballots, DSA, socialism, AI data centers, midterms, Iran, Barron Trump, bounty, IRGC, naval blockade, Gaza, El Nino, coffee, chocolate, China, hardship camps

Trying to plant a fall garden when your beds are still full of summer crops? You don't have to clear everything at once. A simple bed-by-bed assessment can help you decide what stays, what goes, and where your fall crops can fit. In this episode, I walk you through how I transition my garden from summer to fall, including how I decide when to remove productive plants, prepare tired soil, add compost, manage mulch and irrigation, and use space underneath taller crops. You'll also learn how I approach direct sowing versus transplants and plan ahead for garlic, onions, and winter beds. Harvest to Kitchen Learn step-by-step how I preserve my garden harvest through canning, freezing, and dehydrating. Use code PRESERVIT by August 31 for $50 off. https://journeywithjill.net/harvest-to-kitchen Key Takeaways Decide which summer crops can come out now. Identify crops you're ready to stop growing. Refresh cleared beds with about two inches of compost. Adjust bed prep for seeds versus transplants. Use taller summer crops for temporary fall shade. Chapters 00:00 – Harvest to Kitchen sale 01:48 – Assess your fall garden space 04:08 – Know what can come out 06:32 – Make room for fall brassicas 08:49 – Remove crops you're done with 11:12 – Plan what comes out soon 13:34 – Refresh soil for fall planting 15:45 – Prep for seeds and transplants 18:09 – Plant beneath taller crops 20:27 – Use temporary shade wisely 22:13 – Try relay planting 23:05 – Give brassicas enough sun 25:19 – Plan for garlic and onions 27:44 – Harvest to Kitchen reminder Resource Links Fall Salad Garden Planning Calendar: Plan your fall salad garden with planting dates that help you stay on track. http://journeywithjill.net/fallsaladgarden Friday Emails: https://journeywithjill.net/gardensignup YouTube: https://journeywithjill.net/youtube Podcast Archive: https://journeywithjill.net/podcast Recommended Brands & Products: https://journeywithjill.net/recommended-brands-and-products/ Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebeginnersgarden Harvest to Kitchen If preserving your garden harvest is something you want to build into your routine, Harvest to Kitchen walks you through canning, freezing, and dehydrating step-by-step in my kitchen. It includes nearly 60 how-to videos and printable recipes, plus new lessons on freezer pickles and candied jalapeños. Use code PRESERVIT by August 31 to save $50, bringing the price from $149 to $97. https://journeywithjill.net/harvest-to-kitchen Disclaimer Gardening advice shared in this podcast is based on my own experience in Zone 8a (Arkansas) and from the feedback I receive from others in different gardening contexts. Your results may differ depending on your location, climate, and growing conditions. Always check your local extension service or trusted resources for region-specific guidance. Some links mentioned may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Citizen D steps out from behind the blurred face to reveal what really happens inside the secretive world of crop-circle makers. Humans create the formations—but who inspires the designs? Strange lights, prophetic dreams, missing time and impossible synchronicities suggest something else may be guiding the hands that flatten the fields. GUEST: Citizen D is a crop-circle insider and author of It Can't Be People: Voices From the Inner Circle. Once convinced crop circles must have a non-human origin, he spent years immersed in England's clandestine circlemaking community, eventually participating in the creation of formations himself. What he discovered overturned his assumptions: humans can produce astonishingly sophisticated circles—but the makers themselves report phenomena they cannot explain, including strange lights, time anomalies, prophetic dreams, apparitions, synchronicities and mysterious compulsions to create specific designs in specific locations. Citizen D's provocative conclusion is that admitting humans make the circles doesn't solve the mystery. It may reveal a much deeper one. WEBSITE: https://itcantbepeople.substack.com BOOK: It Can't Be People: Voices from the Inner Circle FOLLOW RICHARD Website: https://www.strangeplanet.ca YouTube: @strangeplanetradio Instagram: @richardsyrettstrangeplanet TikTok: @therealstrangeplanet SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!!! ETHOS – Life Insurance for Any Budget The #1 no-medical-exam, instant life insurance provider. Get Covered in 10 Minutes. Up to $3 Million in Coverage. Life Insurance Made Easy. Application Times May Vary. https://www.ethos.com HIMS Weight Loss By HIMS -HIMS now offers access to an affordable range of FDA-approved GLP-1 medications, including the Wegovy® pill and the Wegovy® pen. Ready to reach your goals? Visit hims.com/strangeplanet to get a personalized, affordable plan that gets you. MARS MEN Mars Men helps you reclaim your edge with natural testosterone support for energy, focus, and strength GWo to MenGoToMars.com right now, for a limited time, listeners of this program get 50% off for life, plus free shipping AND 3 free gifts. QUINCE Luxury, European linen that gets softer with every wash! Turn up the luxury when you turn in with Quince. Go to Quince dot com slash RSSP for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. CARGURUS CarGurus is the #1 rated car shopping app in Canada on the Apple App and Google Play store. They've got hundreds of thousands of cars from top-rated dealers, plus advanced search tools that let you zero in on exactly what you want. And you can set real-time alerts for price drops and new listings — so you never miss a great deal. Buy your next car today with CarGurus at cargurus dot ca. ⁠ BECOME A PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER!!!⁠ ⁠https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm⁠ Three monthly subscriptions to choose from. Commercial Free Listening, Bonus Episodes and a Subscription to my monthly newsletter, InnerSanctum. Visit ⁠https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm⁠ Use the discount code "Planet" to receive $5 OFF any subscription. We and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. By using our website and services, you agree to our use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm/

Air Date: 8/22/2026 Today we look at how the Republican Party made climate denial its policy more than twenty years ago and is now removing the government's ability to see the problem at all. The Environmental Protection Agency under Bush refused to regulate carbon in 2003, and now the Trump administration is dismantling the science that would help us both avoid worsening the climate emergency and mitigate the inevitable destruction to lives and property now baked into the system. Full Show Notes Transcript Be part of the show! Leave a voice message, message us on Signal at the handle bestoftheleft.01, or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com BestOfTheLeft.com/Support (Members Get Bonus Shows + No Ads!) Use our links to shop Bookshop.org and Libro.fm for a non-evil book and audiobook purchasing experience! Join our Discord community! TOP TAKES KP 1: When It Comes to Climate Change, Is There a Point When Adaptation Isn't Enough - Consider This - Air Date 7-31-26 KP 2: Fire Climate Hot, Dry, Windy Days Are Becoming Common, Making Wildfires Harder to Control - Democracy Now! - Air Date 8-6-24 KP 3: Five Lies Republicans Tell About the Climate Crisis - The Hartmann Report - Air Date 8-9-26 KP 4: Is This How We Invade Greenland - The Rachel Maddow Show - Air Date 8-11-26 KP 5: Europes Summer of Fire The New Normal Part 1 - Outrage + Optimism The Climate Podcast - Air Date 7-30-26 KP 6: Climate Wayfinding A Compass for the Climate Crisis Part 1 - Sea Change - Air Date 5-22-26 (00:52:11) NOTE FROM THE EDITOR An Update on the Show My commentaries on YouTube - Share them! DEEPER DIVES (01:00:01) SECTION A: ON THE GROUND A1: Executive Disorder Spokane Wildfires, Abdul Wins Michigan Primary, Munition Shortage Part 1 - It Could Happen Here - Air Date 8-7-26 A2: Wildfires Rage Across the Okanagan Part 1 - The Current - Air Date 8-10-26 A3: Farmers Struggle with Crops as Climate Change Makes Weather Less Predictable - PBS Newshour - Air Date 6-23-26 A4: Wildfires Rage Across the Okanagan Part 2 - The Current - Air Date 8-10-26 (01:29:50) SECTION B: EUROPE ON FIRE B1: Wildfires Are Burning Through Europe Part 1 - The Brian Lehrer Show - Air Date 8-4-26 B2: Europes Summer of Fire The New Normal Part 2 - Outrage + Optimism The Climate Podcast - Air Date 7-30-26 B3: Wildfires Are Burning Through Europe Part 2 - The Brian Lehrer Show - Air Date 8-4-26 (01:58:01) SECTION C: THE DELAY MACHINE C1: What Happens When the Bedrock of US Climate Policy Is Wiped Away Part 1 - Climate Court Voices - Air Date 5-15-26 C2: Slow Moving Disasters Climate Change, Artificial Intelligence and The Democratic Party. - UNFTR - Air Date 8-4-26 C3: What Happens When the Bedrock of US Climate Policy Is Wiped Away Part 2 - Climate Court Voices - Air Date 5-15-26 C4: Trump Administration Ends Funding for Arctic Climate Report - PBS Newshour - Air Date 8-13-26 C5: Ex Oil-Engineer Turned Climate Whistleblower_ We Face Collapse. with Kevin Anderson Part 1 - Downstream - Air Date 8-10-26 C6: Executive Disorder Spokane Wildfires, Abdul Wins Michigan Primary, Munition Shortage Part 2 - It Could Happen Here - Air Date 8-7-26 C7: Ex Oil-Engineer Turned Climate Whistleblower: We Face Collapse. with Kevin Anderson Part 2 - Downstream - Air Date 8-10-26 (02:59:45) SECTION D: WHAT COMES NEXT D1: A Biden Climate Retrospective Part 1 - Left Anchor - Air Date 8-14-26 D2: Climate Wayfinding A Compass for the Climate Crisis Part 2 - Sea Change - Air Date 5-22-26 D3: A Biden Climate Retrospective Part 2 - Left Anchor - Air Date 8-14-26   Produced by Jay! Tomlinson Visit us at BestOfTheLeft.com Listen Anywhere! BestOfTheLeft.com/Listen Follow BotL: Bluesky | Mastodon | Threads | X Like at Facebook.com/BestOfTheLeft Contact me directly at Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com