Podcasts about crops

In this episode, George McDonald of Katisa Farms shares insights on modern farming practices, crop diversification, relationship building with industry partners, and the importance of community involvement. Discover how innovation, tradition, and relationships drive success in agriculture. key topics Farm diversification and crop management Relationship building with distilleries and retailers Use of technology in farming (GPS, no-till, drying) Community involvement and political engagement in agriculture Family legacy and succession planning in farming 00:00Introduction to George McDonald and Katisa Farms 01:56Why Tennessee is a Growing Farm State 03:46Farm diversification: Crops and markets 08:00Use of technology and equipment in farming 12:04Relationship with Chattanooga Whiskey and Bex Hybrids 15:56Marketing strawberries and watermelons 19:48Farm history and family legacy 24:09Leadership and team at Katisa Farms 28:02Watermelon harvesting and marketing 32:11Engagement with politics and community 36:03Labor and crop management challenges 39:50Quality control and distribution logistics 43:52Farm events and recognition programs 48:12Building relationships with policymakers 52:05Closing thoughts and farm contact information

That question, and concerns about nutrition programs, food safety oversight and packaging mandates, was at the center of the produce industry's lobbying push on Capitol Hill last week

Patrick K. O'Donnell describes how Ulysses S. Grant ordered Phil Sheridan to wage total war in the Shenandoah Valley, commanding the execution of Mosby's men and the destruction of crops. Although Sheridan moderated these orders due to political optics, he deployed Richard Blazer and his Scouts—armed with rapid-fire Spencer carbines—to hunt Mosby. The conflict turned brutal, involving ruthless figures like the bushwhacker Mobberly. At Kabletown, Mosby finally eliminated the threat by ambushing and capturing Blazer. One of Mosby's rangers, the lethal Lewis Powell, was tasked with escorting the captured Blazer to Richmond. (5)1865

Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share the week's top stories in agriculture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey everyone,Fresh out the Reactor this week we got new tunes from Prolix, Crop & Splatti, L33, Bulletstorm & Neothrope, Zigi SC & O&P, Sez'Nah & Direct Shift & More!In the Demo room we are looking at upcoming heat from FauxRealz & Noisesmith & Protoss, Sitri, Raido , Stonx & OMNEUM.Check out the track list below and let's dive in! Stonx Feat Anizo - Chromed out MAAF EPhttps://cygnusmusic.link/kpzryb9TRACKLIST AND MORE INFO: www.stonxmusic.co.uk/stonxcast-ep193

Southland mixed arable farmer Mark Dillon has turned part of an arable farmer’s toolkit – ploughing – into an artform. He has won the NZ Ploughing Champs in the conventional ploughing category five times, qualifying him for world events. In this episode of Cut the Crop, he says the straightness of furrows is key.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For centuries, farmers have awakened to find large, elaborate geometric patterns pressed silently into their fields overnight—no footprints, no witnesses, no explanation. The phenomenon spans more than 50 countries, with some of the most striking formations appearing in the shadow of ancient, mysterious sites like Stonehenge. While skeptics point to hoaxers, others say aliens or even fairies might be to blame. Yet, to this day, no one has been able to solve the mystery of crop circles. For a full list of sources, please visit: sosupernaturalpodcast.com/alien-crop-circles Did you know you can listen to So Supernatural ad-free? Join the Crime Junkie Fan Club! Visit https://crimejunkiepodcast.com/fanclub/ to view the current membership options and policies.   So Supernatural is an Audiochuck and Crime House production. Find us on social! Instagram: @sosupernaturalpod Twitter: @_sosupernatural Facebook: /sosupernaturalpod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Recent Graduates Reflect on How AI Is Reshaping Their Future Over the past few weeks, several college commencement speakers who praised artificial intelligence were booed by graduates. As these graduates  enter an uncertain job market, they're grappling not only with an unpredictable economy but also with the feeling that artificial intelligence is unstoppable. AI can impact whether or not you get your resume in front of a hiring manager or what career you decide to pursue. We hear from some recent California graduates and other students who talk about not whether  AI will impact them, but how.    As California's Wine Industry Struggles, Some Lodi Grape Growers Pivot to New Crops California produces 80% of all American wines. But most wine grapes aren't grown in places like Napa or Paso Robles. Most of them actually come from vineyards around one small city in San Joaquin County, Lodi. No matter where you are in Lodi, you're always less than a 10-minute drive from a vineyard, but it's no longer just the land of grapes. Orchards full of pistachios, almonds and olives are popping up all over the outskirts of Lodi. As Hannah Weaver reports, that's because new challenges in the wine industry are pushing grape growers to try other crops. For This Quartet of Fresno State Musicians, a Chance to Play in South Korea  Every summer, a prestigious international music festival highlights an instrument that may not always take center stage: the clarinet. Students from universities around the world are invited to perform at Clarinetfest, and this summer, for the first time ever, some of those students will be coming from Fresno State. KVPR's Samantha Rangel tells us how they came together to play, and what it means to represent the Central Valley.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crops Every Color Of The Rainbow?

On this episode of Conservation Ag Update, brought to you by Titan International, we catch up with young Kentucky no-tiller Quint Pottinger to see how he autonomously planted his entire crop in 2026. Senior editor John Dobberstein checks in from the CTIC Conservation in Action Tour in Scotland Neck, N.C., where no-tiller Zeb Winslow III talks about his multi-species cover crop program.

Adam and Shawn sit down with John Moulton and catch up after a couple of years. The guys dive into moose sheds, deer sheds, John's 2025 season, mast crops, and plenty more from the North Maine Woods and beyond. We hope to see you at Rick Labbe's Buck Bash on July 25th at the Clinton Fairgrounds in Clinton, Maine. We'll be there with the STAGR booth so you can check out the gear, try it on, and get your hands on it in person. Expect an incredible display of Northeast bucks, vendors, exhibits, food trucks, special events, and more. Get your tickets here: https://thetruenorthlifestyle.com/shop/ols/products/2026-buck-bash-tickets We hope to see you there!

Health Canada has issued an interim Letter of No Objection that opens the door for broader use of spray drones in Canadian agriculture, a move industry leaders say will help growers protect crops in fields that are inaccessible to conventional equipment. The letter follows Health Canada's February proposal to allow drones to apply any crop... Read More

Jamie Dickerman of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss a continued slump in grain prices on June 12 on the Agweek Market Wrap.

An early start to this year's asparagus season brought a lot of excitement to the patch. But as the season progressed, the weather didn't pay any favors. Nathan Bula joins us, he's the owner of Spears-R-Us. Nathan, tells Kiley Allan about the 2026 asparagus season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State and federal updates from Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs & Commodities Kevin Semlow. Newly elected Illinois FFA President Bryer Nelson and his Canton FFA advisor Colton Downs. Brett Borchardt, senior meteorologist for National Weather Service in Chicago talks Wednesday derecho and Thursday tornado outbreak.IHSA Friday Friday Friday features Teutopolis High School bass fishing coach Lee Buehnerkemper. 

Seasonal staff are dispersing to set traps or the Washington State Department of Agriculture Pest Program's annual search for invasive species, and global demand for crop protection products will continue growing as farmers work to protect yields and meet rising food demand.

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A late spring freeze may mean less fruit and higher prices for Pennsylvanians. Some farms are adjusting their business strategies to recoup their losses. Healthcare company UPMC cut 500 positions Tuesday. A spokesperson said UPMC laid off 200 employees and eliminated another 300 vacant positions as part of a routine reassessment.A new Trump administration grant program is designed to increase the amount of electricity the country gets from coal. The program has the potential to impact Pennsylvania.We're learning more about U-S Steel's announcement that it plans to invest more than $2 billion in the Mon Valley Works.The Shapiro Administration is cracking down on AI chatbots which have been posing as doctors.Enrollment in Pennsylvania's Affordable Care Act marketplace for discounted health insurance coverage has dropped by 160,000 Pennsylvanians.Funding for victims' services in Pennsylvania are facing cuts – after a drop in white-collar prosecutions under the Trump Administration. That translates into a drop in federal funding – since funding for services to crime victims comes primarily from fines and penalties paid by those convicted of white-collar crimes.In uncertain times, our community counts on facts, not noise. Support the journalism and programming that keep you informed. Donate now at www.witf.org/givenow. And thank you.  

Tight crop margins have many of us searching for the best ways to pencil a profit. This week we take a look at three areas producers can better manage to maximize profits. Learn to use improved marketing, crop insurance strategies and farm programs to help your operation stay in the black. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eddie Connor with StoneX drops by to discuss the June WASDE report. Despite recent price performance, Eddie highlights positive undercurrents in our markets. Tune in!

On this episode of the Precision Farming Dealer podcast, brought to you by Ag Express Electronics, Quint Pottinger explains how he was able to plant his entire corn crop this spring with a driverless tractor.

Monthly update from State Ag Pest Survey Coordinator Kelly Estes.  Highlighting June Dairy Month at a Fulton County farm of Bill Carlberg.  Illinois Ag Leadership Foundation's Jenna Wicks and 2027 fellow Miriam Gay.  

2026 is a year with continuing hopes that specialty crops will see some kind of ag labor reforms and be included in future ag assistance programs.

This week's show comes to you from Diddly Squat Farm in Oxfordshire where the Irish Farmers Journal team attended the Cereals event. We chatted to Ceres Rural agronomist Will Sturdens, hear from Kaleb Cooper and report the highlights. Importantly we keep an eye on crops in Ireland. Brian Reilly of Drummonds reports from the north east. We look at the paper and grain prices. You can listen to the podcast here. The Tillage Podcast is supported by Bayer Crop Science.To register for the UCD Lyons open evening and the live podcast recording click here: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1TD2IPxPUTuyqGnuWFnPwQwets9e Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New World screwworm is affecting a part of South Texas currently vacant a member of Congress. Some say that should spur a quick special election.UT researchers believe they’ve figured out who has been scrambling GPS signals across huge swaths of Europe in recent years. We’ll find out about their discovery and what it might mean.The […] The post Another small peach crop frustrates Hill Country growers appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Loan Opportunities with the Farm Service Agency Japanese Beetles and Corn Rootworms in Kansas Cattle Health Starting in Gestation   00:01:05 – Loan Opportunities with the Farm Service Agency: Beginning the show is David Schemm, Kansas Farm Service Agency state executive director, as he reviews FSA loan opportunities and what is coming up for the agency. Farmers.gov Service Center Locator   00:12:05 – Japanese Beetles and Corn Rootworms in Kansas: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, keeps the show rolling as he discusses Japanese beetles and corn rootworms. He explains what crops they could be impacting and what growers can be doing.   00:23:05  – Cattle Health Starting in Gestation: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Bob Larson and special guest Lee Jones ends today's show as they chat about a key health risk in cattle.  BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Illinois State Police Public Information Officer provides awareness on Scott's Law and other driving topics. Kevin Daugherty with Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom highlights Summer Ag Institutes.  Monthly update from Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Transportation and Infrastructure Rodney Knittel.  

Want to make more money (and avoid wasting it) on your flower farm? In this episode, Lisa shares her hard-earned tips for choosing the best crops to grow for profit. From low-cost annuals to succession planting and market-smart decisions, get practical advice to help you grow a thriving flower business. Whether you're just starting out or refining your crop plan, this episode is packed with insights you can use right away!MentionsLisa's Course: ⁠Flower Farming School Online⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop the TGW Online Store for all your seeds and supplies!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Field and Garden Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is produced by Lisa Mason Ziegler, award-winning author of⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Cut Flower Handbook, Vegetables Love Flowers, and Cool Flowers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, owner of⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Gardener's Workshop,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Flower Farming School Online,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the publisher of⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Farmer-Florist School Online⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Florist School Online.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Lisa's Story⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and connect with Lisa on social media!Originally aired as episode #346 on 6/10/25

On this episode of the Crop Doctors' Podcast, Jay Mahaffey joins the conversation to discuss how advancements in southern row crop production have improved both yield potential and return on investment for growers. From precision agriculture and improved genetics to data-driven management decisions and evolving crop protection strategies, the discussion highlights the innovations that have shaped modern production systems across the South. Check out Jay's work at https://www.cropscience.bayer.us/articles/dad/slc-research-reports. https://extension.msstate.edu/shows/mississippi-crop-situation   

Peanuts aren't just a crop; they're an economic engine. In Dothan, Alabama, and across the Wiregrass, peanuts drive local economies, support families, and shape community identity. In this episode, we dig into how the humble legume sustains life and livelihood across the Southeast.To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “XXX.” If you prefer to watch your podcasts, head over to Youtube at https://youtu.be/hss4bY2Z3NE Thanks for listening! We're now on YouTube- follow us here. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here. 

Grains stabilize after long slide; Crop progress and conditions in line with estimates; weather continues to look good so far.

Options for Double Crop After Wheat, Part 1 Options for Double Crop After Wheat, Part 2 National Dairy Month Recognition   00:01:05 – Options for Double Crop After Wheat, Part 1: The show starts with K-State Extension agronomists Logan Simon and Jeanne Falk Jones, as well as K-State weed specialist Sarah Ganske as they chat about options for double cropping after wheat. They talk about the different crop factors and how putting in another crop after wheat can benefit weed suppression.   00:12:05 – Options for Double Crop After Wheat, Part 2: Logan, Sarah and Jeanne continue the show as they keep conversing about what growers need to keep in mind. Double Crop Options After Wheat kswheat.com   00:23:05  – National Dairy Month Recognition: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show discussing how Kansas farmers can participate in National Dairy Month by hosting on-farm events or using social media to demonstrate what they do "day in and day out" to produce milk to make the dairy products we all enjoy.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Jake Drozd, owner and partner at Drozd Family Grain in southwest Michigan, discusses managing crops under challenging conditions while pushing yields higher each season.  He shares insights on corn production, irrigation strategies, soil health, micronutrient management, sorghum production, and the importance of networking with other growers. Jake also shares how family teamwork supports the operation's success. Listen now on all major platforms!"We are 42 years corn on corn, and our average yields are getting better. I would attribute it to more microbial work, being more efficient with fertilizer, and making the soil a little healthier while tilling."Meet the guest: Jake Drozd is an owner and partner at Drozd Family Grain in southwest Michigan, farming with his dad and brother across corn, soybeans, and sorghum. Their operation focuses on crop production and fertility and has earned multiple Michigan NCGA yield contest wins, reflecting a commitment to improving productivity and sharing knowledge across agriculture. Listen to Jake Drozd on The Crop Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.Liked this one? Don't stop now — Here's what we think you'll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(00:43) Introduction(01:33) Farm overview(02:58) Crop rotations(03:51) Soil health(08:33) Irrigation systems(13:23) Sorghum management(23:58) Final questionsThe Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- Loam Bio

Monthly update from State FSA Director Bill Graff and Joan Hammann, Chief Program Specialist.Tomorrow's Ag Leaders Today segment with Megan Poole from Ogle County. Tick awareness from Dr. Teresa Steckler, University of Illinois Extension Educator. Meteorologist Paul Otto with Freese-Notis Weather discusses severe storm potential for Thursday.  

Coverage of the Macoupin County Fair grandstand naming rights agreement with COUNTRY Financial. Conversations with COUNTRY Financial District Leader J R Early and Macoupin County Fair Board President Kim Carney Rhodes.  Illinois Farm Bureau Actively Engaged Student of the Month for June, Ava Fleener from North Clay High School.  Joe Camp at CommStock Investments previews a new market week.  

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Tyler Anbinder details the origins of the Great Potato Famine, noting that the destructive fungus actually originated in North America and thrived in Ireland's cool, damp climate. By 1846, 90% of the potato crop—the primary food source for half the population—was destroyed. The hardest-hit regions were in the west, where poverty was most extreme. Landowners like Lord Lansdowne facilitated emigration primarily as a financial decision to avoid the taxes required to support indigent tenants. Consequently, the strongest survivors began an arduous journey, often walking to ports before taking cheap ships from Liverpool to New York. (2)1849

Most whiskey fans have never experienced a spirit that truly captures the essence of the land—until now. In this episode of the Bourbon Lens, we head to Minnesota to sit down with Michael Swanson, co-founder of Far North Spirits, to explore how agricultural choices, crop genetics, and soil health directly influence whiskey flavor.Michael shares his fascinating journey from farm kid to pioneering distiller, revealing how a passion for traditional agricultural techniques and groundbreaking scientific research are shaking up the craft distilling industry. Discover how planting specific rye varieties like AC Hazlet can transform a flavor profile in ways big industry can't replicate, and learn how Far North Spirits earned a major innovation award for proving the reality of whiskey terroir.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction to Far North Spirits and the episode focus02:02 - Michael Swanson's background — from farming to whiskey distillation04:54 - The story of AC Hazlet rye and flavor profile discovery07:18 - Research proving varietal impacts on whiskey flavor08:45 - Interaction with large distillers and grain qualities10:12 - Laboratory findings linking rye variety to flavor compounds12:22 - Soil and environment effects on rye flavor profiles13:33 - Recognition of place-based innovation in whiskey15:01 - Climate effects on aging and angel share dynamics16:27 - Crop rotation, pollinators, and soil health for flavor benefits18:10 - The importance of regional agriculture practices and terroir20:37 - Old techniques and rediscovering traditional farming knowledge22:48 - Collaborative projects with blends and industry partnerships26:36 - Impact of farming scale on grain identity and flavor29:12 - The evolution of American whiskey and sense of place32:21 - Whiskey tasting notes: Hazlet and Rhochner profiles33:55 - Price points and market positioning of estate-grown whiskey36:19 - Future aging plans and bottle releases39:14 - Crafting gin and Demerara-style rum from regional ingredients43:36 - Climate considerations for ultra-aging and long-term storage45:54 - The influence of Minnesota oak and northern terroir50:32 - Whiskey as a celebration of community and tradition54:37 - Final thoughts and how to support Far North SpiritsWhether you are a bourbon enthusiast, a fan of rye whiskey, or curious about the science of soil-to-sip spirits, this episode will completely change the way you think about the landscape captured in your bottle.

Grain Market Prices Falling Off Sericea Lespedeza Management Impressive Rainfalls   00:01:05 – Grain Market Prices Falling Off: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, begins the show with a grain market outlook where he explains why the futures and cash markets have fallen off. Daniel on AgManager.info   00:12:05 – Sericea Lespedeza Management: A discussion on sericea lespedeza and its control options with K-State rangeland management specialist, Molly Reichenborn, and K-State Extension agronomist, Tina Sullivan, continues today's show. Early Summer Control of Sericea Lespedeza   00:23:05  – Impressive Rainfalls: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond ends the show as he recaps the recent impressive rains and what temperatures he is expecting with the forecasted humidity.  Mesonet.k-state.edu     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

I've been growing vegetables for 50 years, and I just learned a much better way to grow cool-season crops. I'll never do it the old way again.

George Noory and author Simeon Hein discuss his research into crop circles, if they are manmade creations or messages coming from UFOs, other dimensions or even the Earth itself, and unexplained energy phenomena experienced inside many crop circles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Lubin makes the bull case for Ethereum amid a sea of bearishness. The panel dissects Saylor selling Bitcoin for the first time in four years, the meaning behind 9 senior EF departures, Justin Drake's Q-Day call (50% by 2032), Manuel Araoz declaring all of DeFi unsafe, the ThorChain hack fallout, the Zama/Overnight Finance USDC freeze saga, and the CFTC greenlighting the first US perpetual futures product. Welcome to The Chopping Block — where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest in crypto. This week Joe Lubin is stepping in to make the bull case for ETH on what he admits is a tough day to be bullish. We open on Strategy's first Bitcoin sale in four years and whether the STRC preferred stock structure is "an algorithmic stablecoin with too many steps," as Tarun puts it. Joe pivots to pitching Ether DATs, then we get into the Ethereum Foundation's brain drain -- nine researchers gone, CROPS as the new mandate, and a mysterious new developer organization taking shape behind the scenes. The episode's meatiest block covers DeFi security: Justin Drake warns Q-Day is 50% likely by 2032, Manuel Araoz says all of DeFi is unsafe, ThorChain's been offline for two weeks post-hack, and the panel debates whether we're entering a rough 12-24 months where attackers outrun defenders. We close on Hyperliquid's all-time highs and the CFTC opening the door to US perps.  Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pods, Fountain, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform. Show highlights

June is National Dairy Month, nutritional reminders, consumption trends and whole milk gets a boost. Plus, the 2026 California cherry crop hit by a series of bad weather breaks.

Chinch Bugs Update and Potato Leafhopper Concerns Ukraine and Black Sea Region Conditions Annual and Perennial Flower Care   00:01:05 – Chinch Bugs Update and Potato Leafhopper Concerns: K-State crop entomologist, Jeff Whitworth, kicks off today's show with an update on chinch bugs and what questions he has been receiving about them. He also touches on potato leafhoppers and their damage and management.    00:12:05 – Ukraine and Black Sea Region Conditions: Antonina Broyaka, K-State Extension associate in the department of agricultural economics, continues the show as she talks about current conditions and expectations for Ukrainian and Black Sea Region agriculture. Warm-Weather Wednesday Webinar AgManager.info   00:23:05  – Annual and Perennial Flower Care: Ending the show is K-State Extension horticulture expert, Matt McKernan, covering the type of care needed for annual and perennial flowers through late spring and summer. This may include deadheading, pinching and fertilizing.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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In Part 2 of this conversation, Dr. Sina McCullough returns to unpack what may be one of the most overlooked—and unsettling—developments in our food system.   She introduces the concept of "pharma crops"—foods like corn, rice, and lettuce that are being genetically engineered to produce pharmaceutical compounds, including vaccines. While this technology has been in development for decades, Sina explains why its potential entry into the food supply raises serious questions about safety, transparency, and control.   We also explore the gaps in regulation—how these crops are tested (or not), what happens when contamination occurs, and why consumers are often left in the dark. Sina walks us through the "GRAS" loophole—"generally recognized as safe"—and how thousands of chemicals have entered our food supply without meaningful oversight.   From there, we take a closer look at what's actually in our food today… why labels like "gluten-free" can be misleading… and how processed foods dominate the modern diet.   Finally, Sina brings it back to the individual—offering a grounded and empowering perspective on how to navigate all of this without fear. She shares simple but powerful steps for becoming a more informed consumer and reconnecting with your body's own wisdom. This episode is both eye-opening and empowering—a call to look more closely at what we eat, how it's produced, and the choices we make every day. WAPF Ad- WAPF is active on IG, FB, MeWe & Telegram - Join us! Visit Dr. Sina McCullough's website to learn more Join the Nourishing Our Children closed Facebook group Check out our sponsors:  Nutrition Therapy Institute "WAPF listeners get 50% off their first course " and  Goddess Vitality From Optimal Carnivore - "Discount code WESTON10 for 10% off."

What are the best crops for a Pacific Northwest vegetable garden? In today's episode, I'm sharing the crops and varieties that have truly earned their place in my Pacific Northwest vegetable garden after 26 years of gardening in a cool, short-season climate. Over the years, I've become much more intentional about what I grow. I want crops that reliably produce, preserve well, and are foods we actually eat throughout the year. Some vegetables continue to thrive season after season, while others simply aren't worth the time, effort, or garden space in our northern climate. In this episode, I'm walking you through: The vegetables I plant every single year My favorite tried-and-true varieties The crops I've stopped growing and why What performs best in cool summer climates How I decide what deserves space in my garden My rule for experimenting with new varieties Whether you garden in the Pacific Northwest or another northern growing region, I hope this helps you feel more confident choosing crops that will actually thrive where you live. Resources & Links: