Podcasts about farmhand

Welcome to episode 222 of Growers Daily! We cover: the hidden reality of many profitable farms, we take on a conundrum about when people ask you to help with their gardens, and it's feedback friday! We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 221 of Growers Daily! We cover: how to set up a farm so you can go out of town occasionally, spotting bugs in your lettuce before customers do, and we have another round of Should I buy this Farm?  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 220 of Growers Daily! We cover: John D. Liu, ecologist, filmmaker, and co-chair of Ecosystem Restoration Communities, joins us to chat about ecological restoration projects around the globe, how ecology can help our communities and relationships, and what it all means for us in ag.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 219 of Growers Daily! We cover: when the peppers just won't pepper, the relationship between local land and local weather, and it's seed saving season.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 218 of Growers Daily! We cover: poor potato yields and what to do about it, managing a greenhouse when it's endlessly hot outside, and what we're up to for the next month on the farm.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 217 of Growers Daily! We cover: calcium, blossom end rot, how the EPA has determined that its job is the opposite of its job, and it's feedback friday!  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 216 of Growers Daily! We cover: wood ash in the garden, leaves and their resistance to the inevitable, and are there risks with composting poisonous plants?  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 215 of Growers Daily! We cover: Nathan Rutz with Tilth Soil joins us to chat about composting, workplace cooperatives, and a host of otgher nerdy stuff! We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 214 of Growers Daily! We cover: the importance of visiting (but also showing your own) farms. Plus it's the flea beetle episode. We are a Non-Profit! 

Guys, let's dive into the heartwarming chaos of county fair season! We are in FULL BLOWN fair-mom era and loving it. We're reminiscing about our own fair nostalgia and how getting involved in 4H at a young age can spark a lifelong passion for agriculture—there truly is something for everyone!As busy moms navigating the whirlwind of fair week, we'll share our tips and frustrations about packing the ultimate cooler of snacks to keep the kiddos fueled and happy while juggling our packed schedules. Get ready for some laughs as we recount the hilarious and often cringeworthy things farm kids say—like their unique takes on where babies come from and how animals become our meals.Plus, we'll feature a few confessions you don't want to miss as a common (shitty) theme returns… Tune in for a dose of laughter, community, and a celebration of how our farm kids are truly built differently! Grab your earbuds and get ready to enjoy the carnival ride that is Ag's Most Okayest Farm Girls!Connect with Annaliese & Courtney:Follow Annaliese on Instagram @modfarmchickFollow Courtney on Instagram @greenpasturescattleFollow Okayest Farm Girls on Instagram @okayestfarmgirlsMake sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!Some of the links mentioned below are affiliate links, which help to support this podcast at no additional cost to you.Resources & Links:Have FarmHand write your newsletter! Get free, same-day access to Farmhand's Newsletter Builder here!Check out our MERCH!Have a farm girl question? Leave us a voicemail!Submit your Farm Girl Confessions and Questions!To learn more about Annaliese's events, virtual masterminds ,and more To shop beef, head mounts, art + more from Courtney

Over more than 30 years, Featherstone Farm has grown their CSA and wholesaling to the point where they are now growing on 135 acres and have scaled up some of their major crops- for one example, they are storing 120 tons or more of carrots every year. These are distributed through their CSA and wholesaling. Though Featherstone has gotten a lot bigger over the years, they have remained committed to high agricultural standards with a Real Organic Project certification and high standards for the nearly 50 farm workers that they employ.Jack Hedin started the farm with his wife in 1994, and Abby Benson is the farm's production manager and part of the leadership team. In this interview with host Katie Kulla, Jack and Abby discuss overcoming the production and logistics challenges that saw the farm grow from a much smaller size to having as many as 1400 CSA members in some years. Farming is never without a challenge, though, and they discuss how changing weather patterns are resulting in prolonged wet periods that threaten many of their crops with increased disease pressure, and how they are planning for other challenges to keep the farm healthy into the future.Connect With Guest:Instagram: @featherstonefarmmnWebsite: featherstonefarm.com Podcast Sponsors: Huge thanks to our podcast sponsors as they make this podcast FREE to everyone with their generous support: Nifty Hoops builds complete gothic high tunnels that are easy to install and built to last. Their bolt-together construction makes setup straightforward and efficient, whether it's a small backyard hoophouse, or a dozen large production-scale high tunnels- especially through their community build option, where professional builders work alongside your crew, family, or neighbors to build each structure- usually in a single day. Visit niftyhoops.com to learn more. BCS two-wheel tractors are designed and built in Italy where small-scale farming has been a way of life for generations. Discover the beauty of BCS on your farm with PTO-driven implements for soil-working, shredding cover crops, spreading compost, mowing under fences, clearing snow, and more – all powered by a single, gear-driven machine that's tailored to the size and scale of your operation. To learn more, view sale pricing, or locate your nearest dealer, visit BCS America. Farmhand is the all-in-one virtual assistant created for CSA farmers. With five-star member support, custom websites, shop management, and seamless billing, Farmhand makes it effortless to market, manage, and grow a thriving CSA. Learn more and set up a demo with the founder at farmhand.partners/gfm.Subscribe To Our Magazine -all new subscriptions include a FREE 28-Day Trial

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Welcome to episode 213 of Growers Daily! We cover: that time I almost moved to France to become a winemaker, water storage done safely and is your garden really lost? We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 212 of Growers Daily! We cover: if you can or should pull onions early, the myth of the green thumb, and it's feedback friday! We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 211 of Growers Daily! We cover: bringing a market gardener onto the property, time versus the market garden, and if you care about the environment even a little bit you will probably stop using AI. We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 210 of Growers Daily! We cover: occultating one bed at a time, understanding what the market wants you to grow, and germinating spinach in the heat.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 209 of Growers Daily! We cover: what to look for in a hoop house, when to start fall cover crops, and mushrooms are easier than you think.  We are a Non-Profit! 

It's your favorite duo, back and ready to dive into the delightful chaos of life on the farm. This week, we're getting real about romanticizing the little things and how being present can transform our daily routines. Join us as we explore how to savor our mornings with joyful rituals that engage all five senses. We'll share five surprising ways to know you're doing better than you think you are, and trust us, you might find some inspiration here!But it's not all sunshine and rainbows—Courtney spills the BEANS (iykyk) on her unfortunate turkey massacre.And because we can't resist a good laugh, we'll take a trip down memory lane to discuss some barbaric and historic beauty trends that sound downright medieval, yet some are still prevalent today.So grab your favorite cool drink or sweet treat, savor it, settle in, and get ready for a fun-filled episode that reminds us all to find joy in the little things. Let's get into it!Connect with Annaliese & Courtney:Follow Annaliese on Instagram @modfarmchickFollow Courtney on Instagram @greenpasturescattleFollow Okayest Farm Girls on Instagram @okayestfarmgirlsMake sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!Resources & Links:Check out our MERCH!Have a farm girl question? Leave us a voicemail!Submit your Farm Girl Confessions and Questions!To learn more about Annaliese's events, virtual masterminds ,and more To shop beef, head mounts, art + more from CourtneyMentioned in this episode:You do it all; let FarmHand do the newsletter. Get free, same-day access to Farmhand's Newsletter Builder by clicking the link below to visit their website.Farmhand's Newsletter Builder

Anne Massie and Virginia Pleasant share how they've grown Region Roots Local Farm and Food Hub to increase opportunities for famers to feed their regional communities. “The Region” is how the area of Northwest Indiana where they are based is known locally. Both co-executive directors of the NWI (Northwest Indiana) Food Council, they tell us how they've rapidly grown their grassroots nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a just and regenerative food system.They discuss considerations including how big of a population can be supported by a food hub, effective programs, how to get funding, and how they've been dealing with the cancellation of promised funding by the federal government this year. This food hub is really helping open up markets for farmers and getting more local food into the community, and the conversation emphasizes how to actually get community collaboration, farmer support, and public policy to work together to shape food policy.Connect With Guest:Instagram: @region_roots_food_hubWebsite: regionroots.org Podcast Sponsors: Huge thanks to our podcast sponsors as they make this podcast FREE to everyone with their generous support:BCS two-wheel tractors are designed and built in Italy where small-scale farming has been a way of life for generations. Discover the beauty of BCS on your farm with PTO-driven implements for soil-working, shredding cover crops, spreading compost, mowing under fences, clearing snow, and more – all powered by a single, gear-driven machine that's tailored to the size and scale of your operation. To learn more, view sale pricing, or locate your nearest dealer, visit BCS America. Farmhand is the all-in-one virtual assistant created for CSA farmers. With five-star member support, custom websites, shop management, and seamless billing, Farmhand makes it effortless to market, manage, and grow a thriving CSA. Learn more and set up a demo with the founder at farmhand.partners/gfm. Nifty Hoops builds complete gothic high tunnels that are easy to install and built to last. Their bolt-together construction makes setup straightforward and efficient, whether it's a small backyard hoophouse, or a dozen large production-scale high tunnels- especially through their community build option, where professional builders work alongside your crew, family, or neighbors to build each structure- usually in a single day. Visit niftyhoops.com to learn more.Subscribe To Our Magazine -all new subscriptions include a FREE 28-Day Trial

Welcome to episode 208 of Growers Daily! We cover: dogs and bears and people throughout history (oh my); microplastics in compost and landscape fabric, and Napa cabbage deserves love too.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 207 of Growers Daily! We cover: what to plant after garlic, interplanting strategies for the fall (including with cover crops) and It's feedback friday y'all.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 206 of Growers Daily! We cover: rhizomatous weeds (those are the ones that just won't quit), growing compost fodder in the shade, and fertilizing raised beds (without compost). We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 205 of Growers Daily! We cover: how many acres can one person farm, high tunnels as ecological traps (with a little cutworm digression), and storing landscape fabric in a way that the mice don't think it's a gift.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 204 of Growers Daily! We cover: when to scrap a crop, which crops are actually the most profitable, and cabbage root maggots. We are a Non-Profit! 

Tilth Soil composts millions of pounds of food waste every year, and we've got their soil guy Josh Kruszynski on the pod this week to talk about how to build soil including not just compost, but also microbes, micronutrients, Ph and everything else we're learning about how to encourage healthy soil. We talk about the markers of healthy soil as a starting point for evaluating our own soil and figuring out what steps to take to improve it. In this interview with host April Parms Jones we hear how healthy soils can help with many of the challenges farmers face, including erosion, water holding capacity, fertility and even pest pressure. Connect With Guest:Instagram: @tilth.soilWebsite: tilthsoil.com Podcast Sponsors: Huge thanks to our podcast sponsors as they make this podcast FREE to everyone with their generous support: Farmhand is the all-in-one virtual assistant created for CSA farmers. With five-star member support, custom websites, shop management, and seamless billing, Farmhand makes it effortless to market, manage, and grow a thriving CSA. Learn more and set up a demo with the founder at farmhand.partners/gfm. Nifty Hoops builds complete gothic high tunnels that are easy to install and built to last. Their bolt-together construction makes setup straightforward and efficient, whether it's a small backyard hoophouse, or a dozen large production-scale high tunnels- especially through their community build option, where professional builders work alongside your crew, family, or neighbors to build each structure- usually in a single day. Visit niftyhoops.com to learn more. Subscribe To Our Magazine -all new subscriptions include a FREE 28-Day Trial 

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Welcome to episode 203 of Growers Daily! We cover: protecting yourself From ticks stylishly (sorta), how to manage the good with the bad of farming, and comfrey vs trees. We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 202 of Growers Daily! We cover: neighbors, the agency that used to conserve ecology like it was their job (because technically it was)…and it's feedback Friday!  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 201 of Growers Daily! We cover: starting a business from scratch, where asking if corn is a heavy feeder, and “to terrace or not to terrace…” that's a fun lineup.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 200 of Growers Daily! We cover: your LIVE questions! We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 199 of Growers Daily! We cover: water and pH, Land Restoration–-hopefully not the final (but definitely the most important) frontier, and how to pick a ripe melon off the vine.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Growing up in Brooklyn with a career as an attorney, Diane Aboushi of Halal Pastures farm did not follow the most traditional path to becoming a farmer. However, researching how to provide the healthiest food for their kids prompted Diane and her family to start a meat business that eventually led to moving out of the city and adding vegetable farming to the mix.  In this conversation with host Katie Kulla, Diane discusses the importance of halal food, the expansion of her business from meat to organic vegetables, and the significance of growing culturally important vegetable varieties for their customers. Diane emphasizes the role of education and community engagement in her farming practices, as well as the challenges of balancing family life with farm operations. She highlights the importance of organic certification, diversification for sustainability, and the value of direct marketing through building your own email list. Connect With Guest:Instagram: @halalpasturesfarmWebsite: https://www.halalpastures.com Podcast Sponsors: Huge thanks to our podcast sponsors as they make this podcast FREE to everyone with their generous support: Tilth Soil makes living soils for organic growers. The base for all our mixes is NOP-compliant compost, made from the 4,000 tons of food scraps we divert from landfills each year. And the results speak for themselves. Get excellent germination, strong transplants, and help us turn these resources back into food. Try a free bag, and check our 2025 farmer pricing at tilthsoil.com/gfm. Farmhand is the all-in-one virtual assistant created for CSA farmers. With five-star member support, custom websites, shop management, and seamless billing, Farmhand makes it effortless to market, manage, and grow a thriving CSA. Learn more and set up a demo with the founder at farmhand.partners/gfm. Nifty Hoops builds complete gothic high tunnels that are easy to install and built to last. Their bolt-together construction makes setup straightforward and efficient, whether it's a small backyard hoophouse, or a dozen large production-scale high tunnels- especially through their community build option, where professional builders work alongside your crew, family, or neighbors to build each structure- usually in a single day. Visit niftyhoops.com to learn more.Subscribe To Our Magazine -all new subscriptions include a FREE 28-Day Trial 

Welcome to episode 198 of Growers Daily! We cover: small farming culture, cover cropping for a year, and the story of how soil made me a farmer.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Lucas Hoge joins us as he celebrates the release of his brand-new album Book About Me and the launch of Season 6 of Hoge Wild on the Sportsman Channel. We chat about how he balances life on stage and on the camera while creating music that reflects his journey from small-town Nebraska to global adventures.Lucas shares the inspiration behind his deeply personal album, including songs like “Farmhand” and “When A Cowboy Prays” (featuring Yellowstone's Forrie J. Smith), and how faith, community, and storytelling drive his songwriting. We also dive into what it's like filming Hoge Wild around the world, his conservation message, and why supporting the military and charities like Guardian Angels for Soldier's Pet means so much to him.From barn roots to beach vibes, and from Billboard charts to the Grand Ole Opry stage — Lucas reflects on the journey, the lessons, and what's coming next.Jonathan's Drinking: Penelope Tokaji Cask Finish

Welcome to episode 197 of Growers Daily! We cover: selling excess produce, Power to the people (but for real), and it's feedback Friday! We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 196 of Growers Daily! We cover: how to use row cover with sensitive crops, preparing for extremes, and finding a job on farms. We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 195 of Growers Daily! We cover: bind weed, planet altering land management (the good kind of altering), and what happens when compost freezes?  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 194 of Growers Daily! We cover: when your plants are ready before the soil is, why (some) farmers should get royalties, and compost tea applications.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Though their family has been farming in Ontario for over 200 years, success looks different in the 2020s than it did in the early 19th century! Hear how the Coopers changed their family farm in order to steward it into the future by becoming early adopters of the CSA model. Learn how the business has evolved over the years and how they manage a diverse range of products, both on the farm and the business side of things. The Coopers and host Katie Kulla also discuss the importance of succession planning, finding a balance between cashflow and equity building, integrating technology into the farm, and how to maintain a fun and positive environment on the farm to stay in it for the long haul. Connect With Guest:Instagram: @coopscsafarmWebsite: www.coopersfarm.ca Podcast Sponsors: Huge thanks to our podcast sponsors as they make this podcast FREE to everyone with their generous support:Tilth Soil makes living soils for organic growers. The base for all our mixes is NOP-compliant compost, made from the 4,000 tons of food scraps we divert from landfills each year. And the results speak for themselves. Get excellent germination, strong transplants, and help us turn these resources back into food. Try a free bag, and check our 2025 farmer pricing at tilthsoil.com/gfm.Farmhand is the all-in-one virtual assistant created for CSA farmers. With five-star member support, custom websites, shop management, and seamless billing, Farmhand makes it effortless to market, manage, and grow a thriving CSA. Learn more and set up a demo with the founder at farmhand.partners/gfm.BCS two-wheel tractors are designed and built in Italy where small-scale farming has been a way of life for generations. Discover the beauty of BCS on your farm with PTO-driven implements for soil-working, shredding cover crops, spreading compost, mowing under fences, clearing snow, and more – all powered by a single, gear-driven machine that's tailored to the size and scale of your operation. To learn more, view sale pricing, or locate your nearest dealer, visit BCS America.Nifty Hoops builds complete gothic high tunnels that are easy to install and built to last. Their bolt-together construction makes setup straightforward and efficient, whether it's a small backyard hoophouse, or a dozen large production-scale high tunnels- especially through their community build option, where professional builders work alongside your crew, family, or neighbors to build each structure- usually in a single day. Visit niftyhoops.com to learn more. Subscribe To Our Magazine -all new subscriptions include a FREE 28-Day Trial

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Welcome to episode 193 of Growers Daily! We cover: “can I use the rock dust from the well we dug”, the complicated relationship between compost and carbon, and why my pest strategy is so boring.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 192 of Growers Daily! We cover: the perils of growing what people want, planting perennials all up in the annual's business, and it's feedback friday.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 191 of Growers Daily! We cover: making perishable greens and such last in the cooler (plus other harvest tips), a cover crop for root knot nematodes and a bokashi composting tomato situation… We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 190 of Growers Daily! We cover: an awesome interview for you with Dr. Patrick Freeze of the Ward Labs which is where we have been getting soil tests the last few years. And Dr. Freeze discusses what this test is, how to take it, and what soil amending looks like when biology is the focal point. We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 189 of Growers Daily! We cover: automating the farm to grow it, how I started this whole doing this making videos thing, and $400 musk melons. Yeah, each. TILTH TUESDAY! www.tilthsoil.com We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 188 of Growers Daily! We cover: mulching around tomatoes in a tropical climate, the fall garden… yeah, now, in July, we have to talk about it because it's coming right up in farmer time, and it's feedback… monday.  We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 187 of Growers Daily! We cover: seed storage, sweet potato spacing to maximize space, and burying rotten woodchips We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 186 of Growers Daily! We cover: prepping soil for heavy feeders, the wild world of rhizosheaths, and sowing a crop into a standing cover crop. We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 185 of Growers Daily! We cover: what would you grow for cooking if you couldn't eat alliums, we will discuss the perils of washing our hands of greenwashing, and what to do with excess produce.   We are a Non-Profit! 

Welcome to episode 184 of Growers Daily! We cover: if school teaches us what we will actually use, different types of packaging for produce, and what we're up to headed into July. We are a Non-Profit!