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When entrepreneur Samir Ibrahim asked farmers in Kenya what problem they most needed solved, the answer was simple: reliable access to water to irrigate their farms year-round. Samir is the CEO of SunCulture, a company replacing diesel- and petrol-powered water pumps with more affordable solar-powered ones. He sits down with Sherrell Dorsey, host of the “TED Tech” podcast, to discuss how he continues to innovate his product to serve smallholder farmers. Later, Sherrell chats with coffee farmer Josephine Waweru about how SunCulture's pump revolutionized her farm and the advice she has for young people to succeed.This is episode one of a four-part series airing this month on TED Tech, where host and climate tech journalist Sherrell Dorsey speaks with climate leaders on the technology sparking a greener, more equitable future.Interested in learning more about upcoming TED events? Follow these links:TEDNext: ted.com/futureyou Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ike, Spike and Fritz take a look at some of Jalen hurts' most famous quotes and if they've been said by authors/philosophers before or not.
Does anyone care about British farmers? Those ploughing the fields and harvesting crops certainly don't feel Westminster pays attention to them. So this week Westminster Insider finds out how the relationship between politics and farming – from post-Brexit trade deals to inheritance tax. She speaks to NFU President Tom Bradshaw about how Keir Starmer set up the promise of hope for farmers, before swiftly letting them down. Michael Gove, editor of the Spectator and former Conservative Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (Defra) Secretary, admits the Australia trade deal did betray Britain's farmers. Emma Pryor, former special advisor to Defra Secretary George Eustice, explains how subsidies, which mean farmers can make a profit on producing food, changed after Brexit. And Sascha heads to rural South West Norfolk, where she speaks to Terry Jermy, the Labour MP who ousted Liz Truss. He tells her the new rules on inheritance tax are "unfortunate" and he hopes they are changed. Sascha gets on a tractor harvesting potatoes and speaks to farmers Danielle and Richard Gott. And she visits a farm run by Ed Pope which has turned 170 acres of the property into wildlife conservation. This episode was produced by Robert Nicholson and Artemis Irvine at Whistledown Productions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this high-octane Farm4Profit episode, the team welcomes Kyle Kirkwood, one of the brightest young stars in the NTT INDYCAR Series, to explore how agriculture fuels racing's future—literally. Kyle, who pilots the #27 car for Andretti Global, shares his journey from a five-year-old discovering jet cars at Moroso Motorsports Park to standing on the podium at Long Beach and Bommarito in 2025.We dive into Kyle's personal story—his love for deep-sea fishing, surfing, and staying fit—and then turn toward the intersection of farming, fuel, and fast cars. The conversation highlights his partnership with Sukup Manufacturing and what it means to represent a company rooted in American agriculture at the Iowa Speedway, where corn isn't just grown—it powers the race itself.Topics Covered:The Making of a Champion: How Kyle's early karting success and Road to Indy dominance prepared him for the big leagues.Inside Andretti Global: A look at the legendary team's legacy, innovation, and culture of excellence.Ag Meets IndyCar: The story behind Sukup's sponsorship and why agricultural brands are increasingly visible in motorsports.Ethanol Power: Kyle explains how E85 ethanol-based fuel enhances car performance and efficiency, and why it's both a renewable and high-performance solution.Shared Values: The parallels between racing and farming—precision, data-driven decision-making, and the pursuit of efficiency.Future of the Sport: How technology, sustainability, and partnerships like Sukup's are driving the next chapter of racing innovation.Listeners get a unique peek into the mindset of a professional racer who's not just chasing checkered flags, but also celebrating the partnership between the track and the tractor. Whether you're a farmer, gearhead, or ethanol advocate, this episode connects the roar of the engine to the roots of rural America. 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/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The beauty of dried botanicals is a fitting topic for our first episode of November, as the interest in and demand for these preserved florals represents significant financial influx for flower farmers and floral designers. My recent visit to Charles Little & Co. in Eugene, Oregon, illustrates the story as I interviewed both Charles and […] The post Episode 741: Dried Floral Magic with Bethany and Charles Little of Charles Little & Co. appeared first on Slow Flowers Podcast with Debra Prinzing.
This special edition of the Lancaster Farming Industrial Hemp Podcast celebrates the 70th anniversary of Lancaster Farming Newspaper, which has been reporting on agriculture since 1955. Recorded at Penn State's Ag Progress Days, this episode is a love letter to farming and to the people who make it possible. Farmers and ag leaders reflect on why they farm, what's changed, and what remains timeless — love of land, faith, family, and devotion. Here's a quote from Wendell Berry that frames the conversation: "Why do farmers farm, given their economic adversities on top of the many frustrations and difficulties normal to farming? And always the answer is: "Love. They must do it for love." Farmers farm for the love of farming. They love to watch and nurture the growth of plants. They love to live in the presence of animals. They love to work outdoors. They love the weather, maybe even when it is making them miserable. They love to live where they work and to work where they live. If the scale of their farming is small enough, they like to work in the company of their children and with the help of their children. They love the measure of independence that farm life can still provide. I have an idea that a lot of farmers have gone to a lot of trouble merely to be self-employed to live at least a part of their lives without a boss." ― Wendell Berry, "Bringing it to the Table: On Farming and Food" Learn More Ag Progress Days Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Wendell Berry – The Berry Center Sponsors IND HEMP — Believing in the goodness of hemp. King's AgriSeeds — High-quality seed for over three decades. Forever Green — Distributor of the KP4 Hemp Cutter.
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For this week's Grass10 grazing management update, John Maher discusses current grazing advice, while the featured farmer is Will Griffin, Co. Carlow. Read more from this week's Grass10 newsletter at:https://bit.ly/Grass10-4thNovember25 For more episodes from the Dairy Edge podcast go to the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/dairy/the-dairy-edge-podcast/ The Dairy Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com
Farming academic says the current high red meat prices, up more than 30% since 2024, are a “sweet spot that won’t be maintained”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
*This podcast is sponsored by AXA Farm Insurance.Charles O'Donnell, Aisling O'Brien and Kathleen O'Sullivan bring you the biggest stories of the week in Irish agriculture from Agriland, which this week includes:Housing order as bird flu cases confirmed2,000 farmers attend nitrates derogation meeting (Kathleen with clips of Minister, Gorman and O'Neill)Draft proposal on splash plate use for hilly ground20% CAP cut 'not a done deal' (Clip – Kathleen will forward)ICSA plans further Dáil protest on Mercosur deal 'safeguards'Farmers to demonstrate over greenway issues outside Leinster HouseDon't forget to rate, review and follow The Farming Week, Agriland's weekly review of Irish agriculture, and visit Agriland.ie for more.
The IFA's nitrates derogation meeting, scheme payment rate cuts and farmer pensions all feature on this week's Farm News podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Teagasc Oak Park is Ireland's most visited tillage farm, welcoming plenty of open days, international visitors, and discussion groups throughout the year. This week, we're joined by Oak Park Farm Manager, Brendan Bourke, for an autumn update from the farm. Brendan chats about the different establishment methods they've been using, the new roller that's been put to work, and how they're adding extra vermin protection to the harvesting equipment ahead of winter. For more episodes and information from the Tillage Edge podcast go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/crops/the-tillage-edge-podcast/ Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com
An update on the latest news from RNZ's rural team.
My guest this week is Joel Salatin, a writer, speaker and successful farmer. His family farm in Swoope, Virginia (Polyface Farms) provides meaningful work for 22 employees; the farm also provides healthy, nutritious beef, pork and chicken to over 5,000 families, 10 restaurants, and 5 retail outlets. All this without using agricultural chemicals. They also sell forestry products. Joel's passion and expertise is in the field of regenerative agriculture. For more info and resources on this topic, visit https://polyfacefarms.com I also highly recommend you watch the documentary about Joel and his successful farming philosophy and techniques, The Lunatic Farmer here: https://www.angel.com/watch/the-lunatic-farmer
In this episode, farmer and homestead content creator Tony Barlow shares some tips to get us one step closer to a successful farm and family life. 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.
The November 5 edition of the AgNet News Hour struck a chord with California farmers and voters alike as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill welcomed Don Wagner, candidate for Secretary of State of California, to discuss the state's leadership crisis, water mismanagement, and the fight to restore common sense to Sacramento. Wagner, currently serving in Orange County and endorsed by former Secretary of State Bill Jones and former Governor Pete Wilson, said the same thing many Californians are feeling: “The problems in this state are entirely man-made.” He pointed to decades of political gridlock and poor decision-making that have crippled business, agriculture, and infrastructure. “We don't have a resource problem,” Wagner said. “We have a government problem. It's bad policy, not bad luck, that's hurting California.” He emphasized that water is at the center of nearly every issue facing the state. “We have simply failed to manage our water supply,” Wagner said. “The Central Valley, one of the most productive agricultural regions on earth, is being shortchanged by people who don't understand farming.” He called out unbuilt water storage projects, overregulation, and a lack of urgency. “Fifteen years after passing bonds, the projects still aren't built. That's government failure, plain and simple.” Wagner also stressed the importance of electing leaders who understand agriculture. “Farming is California's backbone, and it's been ignored by politicians who've never set foot on a farm,” he said. “If you don't understand how food is grown, you can't govern a state that feeds the world.” Beyond agriculture, Wagner called for restoring election integrity and rebuilding trust in California's business environment. “We're the last state to report results every election cycle,” he said. “That's unacceptable. We need free, fair, and transparent elections — and we need to make it easier to do business here, not harder.” The conversation also touched on the recent Palisade fires and failures in urban emergency planning. Wagner said his experience on the Orange County Fire Authority Board taught him the importance of local preparation. “We used that tragedy as a learning opportunity,” he explained. “We created what we call the heli-hydrant — a water source for helicopters to dip and dump faster during wildfires. That's the kind of practical, local innovation California needs more of.” When asked about the upcoming Proposition 50, Wagner warned that the measure could silence rural California. “If it passes, it could cut rural and conservative representation in Congress by more than half,” he said. “That's not reform — that's erasure. Central Valley farmers deserve a voice, not a footnote.” Wagner closed with optimism, saying he believes California can return to greatness. “This is a fixable state,” he said. “We just need leaders with courage, honesty, and common sense. California can be golden again.” Papagni and McGill agreed, calling Wagner “a steady, thoughtful voice in a noisy political climate.” Papagni added, “We need calm leaders who actually understand how to fix things, not just talk about them.”
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*The U.S. is not ready to open the Mexican border for livestock imports. *The U.S. Department of Labor is bringing employees back to work to process H2A guest worker program visas. *The American Sheep Industry Association is asking for an investigation into lamb imports. *There are a couple of different growing seasons happening in the Texas panhandle. *Texas farmers and ranchers are addressing issues important to agriculture. *USDA is working to improve compensation for ranchers who are affected by predators. *CEU programs are important for Texas farmers. *Trace minerals are commonly deficient in beef cattle.
In this episode, Tracy sits down with agricultural economist, strategist, and author Michelle Klieger to discuss the shifting global trade landscape and what it means for farmers. From the post–World War II rise of free trade to the Trump-era shift toward protectionism, Michelle breaks down how we got here, what's really happening in the U.S.–China trade war, and how these policies are reshaping agriculture across the world. If you've ever wondered what "Make America Great Again" means for farm markets — or how global trade politics directly affect the prices, policies, and opportunities farmers face — this episode is a must-listen.
News from the rural farming sector.
Host and American Family Farmer, Doug Stephan www.eastleighfarm.com shares the biggest news affecting family farmers, starting off with the latest from the Trump Administration's promise of a a bailout for farmers, and now time is running out. Crop prices continue to fall below the cost of production. Perhaps that doesn't hold true for corn, but other crops, especially dairy. In addition, the FSA offices reopened after 3.5 weeks without any money, during harvest season when farmers needed those funds the most. Next up, a focus on the tariffs, tariff revenue, and those employed by the Department of Agriculture performing their jobs without paychecks. Lastly, Doug opines how we're devouring farmland in our country and why we are doing so, without a comprehensive balanced strategy to take care of data centers or solar properties. As Doug is in the process of adding solar farming to his operations, he's finding the whole ordeal to be a monopoly and a mess. Website: AmericanFamilyFarmerShow.com Social Media: @GoodDayNetworks
One of the most impressive breweries you'll find in the glorious province of Ontario is Beamsville's Bench Brewing. Nestled right along King St. on the famous Niagara wine route, their imposing campus is a beacon of beer in a land of grapes. Founder Matt Giffen joined Cee to chat about his origins in the beer business, his time overseas and the impact on his beer journey, why he chose the Niagara wine region for his brewery, their dedication to sustainability with their impressive (and complex) waste reduction and energy capturing systems, their expansion into cider, wine, non-alcoholic and Ready-To-Drink products, their purchase of Ace Hill and Liberty Village Beverage Co., their rebranding and refocus on their clean beers, and what happened to the funk side. They got into six killer Bench brews: Ball's Falls Session IPA, Short Hills Hazy IPA, Hamilton Tiger-Cats Lager, Van Life Mexican Lager, Ripple Effect Pale Ale, and Berry Fields Fruit Sour. This was super enlightening - cheers! BAOS Podcast Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube | Website | Theme tune: Cee - BrewHeads
In this episode, we spotlight Netafim Southern & East Africa and its mission to drive water-smart farming across the continent. Managing director Michael Esmeraldo unpacks how precision irrigation is transforming African agriculture, from boosting yields and conserving water to helping farmers meet future sustainability standards. He shares insights on Netafim's efforts to make drip irrigation technology accessible to all farmers, and the company's vision for a future where every drop counts. Tune in to explore how Netafim is shaping a more efficient, resilient, and profitable farming landscape for Africa.
In this episode, Matt and Wade welcome Chris Lewis of Baker AG to explore the “sweet spot” in dairy systems and how top operators focus not just on producing more, but on converting resources more efficiently. Drawing on two decades of Dairy System Monitoring, Chris explains how benchmarking pasture, milk, and costs at 10-day intervals enables real-time planning, scenario modelling for feed shortages, and a clear view of how today's decisions impact the season. Chris explains that efficiency, not just high production per hectare, defines success. The discussion breaks down feed and non-feed costs per kilogram of milk solids, highlights how the margin curve favours disciplined management, while signalling the risks of pushing beyond the optimal limit. Chris highlights that the top farms, ranked by EBIT per hectare, succeed through adjustments and systems tailored to their resources. The data shows that high-performing farms can achieve greater productivity while also improving environmental outcomes.
News from the rural farming sector.
News from the rural farming sector.
Pearse Kelly, Teagasc's Head of Drystock, is on this week's Beef Edge podcast to give an insight into what's in store at the Teagasc National Beef Conference which is taking place on 18th November in the Raheen Woods Hotel, Athenry, Co.Galway, starting at 5pm. This year's theme is ‘Beef Farming 2025: Value, Profit and Renewal', with a strong focus on producing high-value weanlings, managing farm profitability, and supporting generational renewal. There are two action-packed sessions featuring expert speakers, farmer insights, and panel discussions: Session I: High-Value Weanlings – From Breeding to the MarketTime: 5.00pm Chair: Keith Fahy, Teagasc Drystock Advisor & Host of Country Life on Galway Bay FMSpeakers and topics include:· Prof. David Kenny, Head of Animal & Bioscience, Teagasc Grange – Managing the suckler cow before and after calving for better fertility and performance· Dr. Katie Quigley, Geneticist, Irish Cattle Breeding Federation – Understanding the myostatin gene and finding the right balance between muscling and calving ease· John Barry, Future Beef programme participant, will share his approach to breeding weanlings in demand at home and for export· Thomas O'Connor, Beef finishing farmer from Co. Kildare, will discuss what he is looking for when buying cattle to finish on his farm· Brendan Egan, Manager, Castlerea Mart – What the market wants and how to meet that demand Following this, there will be refreshments and an opportunity to meet Teagasc advisers and industry stakeholders Session II: Beef 2025 and Beyond – Prices, Profits & Passing on the FarmTime: 7.15pm Chair: Damien O'Reilly, former presenter of RTÉ Radio 1's Countrywide· Rupert Claxton, Meat Director at GIRA – Global beef market trends, what's driving prices, and where the market is going· Trevor Boland, Beef Farmer & IFAC Accountant – Farm profits in 2025 and beyond: practical advice on tax planning and staying profitable Following this is a panel discussion on Generational Renewal – tackling the challenges and solutions of succession on Irish beef farms. Panellists include:· Dr. Emma Dillon, Teagasc National Farm Survey Economist· Ruth Fennell, Collaborative Farming Specialist, Teagasc· Trevor Boland, Beef farmer & IFAC Accountant· Eamonn & Donnchadh McCarthy, suckler farmers from Youghal The evening wraps up by 8.45pm. Experts from the following Teagasc programmes will be available on the night to answer your questions:· Future Beef & DairyBeef500· Teagasc Organic Team· Signpost Programme· Agricultural Sustainability Support and Advisory Programme As International Men's Day falls on 19th November, the conference will also highlight farmer health and wellbeing. There are information stands and free health checks with Croí, plus foot care advice and mental health supports, while local health initiatives like Healthy Galway and Taking Stock will also be present, offering resources and support. For further details: https://teagasc.ie/event/national-beef-conference/ For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast and to listen back to the other two episodes in the ‘Getting Winter Ready' series, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com
Dr. Derrell Peel breaks down why beef prices hit record highs and won't drop soon. He explains how drought-driven herd liquidation starting in 2019 created today's tight supplies, why the Mexican border closure affects markets less than headlines suggest, and how beef imports from Brazil and Argentina actually support US cattle values by enabling the ground beef market.
*The cattle futures market crash had a big effect on sale barn prices. *Daylight Savings Time will continue. *The Texas A&M Beef Sustainability Conference is December 8th & 9th in Dallas. *The Texas A&M AgriLife facilities in Vernon have seen a major upgrade. *The virtual Farm to School Program brings Texas agriculture to classrooms across the state. *The Trump Administration plans to expand access to grazing on federal lands. *Farmers in the lower Coastal Bend have experienced another month of very low rainfall. *Studies are being performed on ways to protect foals from pneumonia.
News from the rural farming sector.
Aisling Claffey, Teagasc ruminant nutritionist, joins James Dunne on this week's Dairy Edge to discuss what's important to remember when it comes to the upcoming dry cow period. For more episodes from the Dairy Edge podcast go to the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/dairy/the-dairy-edge-podcast/ The Dairy Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com
Michael Deliberto joins Tommy to talk about how farmers are handling the shutdown. Plus, what should be expect from crop prices moving forward?
The Government's putting more than a million dollars into rolling out farming tech designed to cut down emissions. A $1.2 million dollar investment's been announced through AgriZero. It's developing a device for cows that spreads their urine across a farm as fertiliser- reducing the need for artificial application. The Country's Jamie Mackay explained the project further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fearless Agent Coach & Founder Bob Loeffler shares his insights on How to create Raving Fans with Customer Service Secrets and how it's making his Fearless Agent Coaching Students rich! Fearless Agent Coaching is the Highest Results Producing Real Estate Sales Training and Coaching Program in the Industry and we can prove it will work for you if it's a good fit! Call us today at 480-385-8810 to see if it may be  good fit for you! Telephone Prospecting for Realtors means Cold Calling, Door knocking, Calling for Sale By Owners, Calling Expired Listings, Calling your Sphere of Influence, Farming, Holding Open Houses, but Fearless Agent Coaching Students di all of these completely differently and get massively better results! Find out how! Listen in each week as Bob gives an overview and explains the big ideas behind making big money as a Fearless Agent! If you are earning less selling real estate than you wish you were, and you're open to the idea of having some help, We are here for you! You will never again be in a money making situation with a Buyer, Seller or Investor and not have the right words! You will be very confident! You will be a Fearless Agent! Call Bob anytime for more information about Fearless Agent Coaching for Agents, Fearless Agent Recruiting Training for Broker/Owners, or hiring Bob as a Speaker for your next Event! Call today 480-385-8810 - or go to https://fearlessagent.com Telephone Prospecting for Realtors means Cold Calling, Door knocking, Calling for Sale By Owners, Calling Expired Listings, Calling your Sphere of Influence, Farming, Holding Open Houses, Spin Selling, but Fearless Agent Coaching Students do all of these completely differently and get massively better results! Find out how! Are You an Owner of a Real Estate Company - need help Recruiting Producing Agents - Call today! 480-385-8810 and go to FearlessAgentRecruiting.com and watch our Recruiting Video Real Estate Coaching training Real estate training real estate coaching real estate speaker real estate coach real estate sales sales training realtor realtor training realtor coach realtor coaching realtor sales coaching realtor recruiting real estate agent real estate broker realtor prospecting real estate prospecting prospecting for listings calling expired listings calling for sale by owners realtor success Best Realtor Coach Best Real Estate Coach Spin SellingSupport the show: https://fearlessagent.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Allen and DeAnna Weaver are organic dairy farmers from Shreve, Ohio. They join us to share how they purchased a farm and started with organic dairy, the network of support that got them through the tough early days and how their farm has evolved since starting up. Rooted In Organic Podcast is sponsored by Byron Seeds.
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*Talks continue about reopening the Mexican border to livestock imports. *There is both good and bad news about honey production in Texas. *Tariffs are taking a toll on the sheep industry. *AgriLife is back at work in Vernon. *Fall weather has finally arrived in Texas. *A Texan and Texas Tech graduate has been nominated for a top position at USDA. *Cooler weather has moved into South Texas. *The FDA has conditionally approved a drug for prevention and treatment of the New World Screwworm.
News from the rural farming sector.
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In this episode, host Ben Eagle speaks with Jack Bradley, a first-generation dairy farmer in Iceland. Jack shares his unique journey from the UK to Iceland, detailing his experiences in the military, a pivotal holiday in Kavos that indirectly sparked his interest in farming, and his time working in New Zealand. He discusses the cultural differences between the UK and Iceland, the challenges of herd management, and the importance of community. Jack also explains the Icelandic milk quota system and his aspirations for the future, including establishing a tourism business alongside his farming. Throughout the conversation, Jack emphasizes the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone and the need for transparency in the agricultural industry.Timecodes:00:00 Introduction to Jack Bradley's Journey03:17 Life in Iceland: Landscape and Community05:52 Childhood Influences and Early Aspirations10:50 Military Career and Lessons from Failure14:53 Cultural Observations: UK vs. Iceland19:34 The Pivotal Holiday in Kavos23:44 Transitioning into Dairy Farming24:39 The Importance of Fit in Job Recruitment26:28 Challenges of Herd Management28:13 Navigating Education and Career Paths29:17 A Leap of Faith to Iceland30:42 Life in Iceland: A New Beginning33:11 Cultural Adjustments and Language Barriers37:16 From Farming to Owning a Farm40:12 Building a Future Together44:12 The Efficiency of Business in Iceland45:14 Understanding Iceland's Unique Milk Quota System48:14 Challenges of Expanding Dairy Operations50:47 Future Aspirations and Business Ventures55:28 Cultural Insights and Unique Traditions59:19 Messages of Encouragement and Change for Farmers
After 24 years of teaching agricultural sciences, Phaladi Motsale swapped the classroom for the fields – building a thriving maize enterprise in the Free State. In this episode, he shares how his academic background influenced his farming journey, the challenges of securing funding and scaling up, and the importance of discipline, commitment, and passion in the agricultural sector.
Accounting may not be every farmer's favourite topic, but it is one of the most powerful tools on the farm. This week's Head Shepherd guest, David Egerton-Warburton, explains why.Raised on a sixth-generation farm in Kojonup, Western Australia, David learned early that every on-farm decision ties back to sound business practice. His father, Kent, founded Agrimaster in 1981, bringing farm records into the computer age long before most households had a computer, and David and his wife have been joint CEOs since 2001.David and Mark Ferguson discuss budgeting, risk control and decision making, and why financial literacy separates good farmers from great farming businesses. As David says, “The most successful growers aren't that much better from a production point of view… what we really see is the difference in the ability to take risks because they can control them.” Listen to the episode to learn how to turn your farm numbers into a roadmap for success and take control of the risks that matter.https://www.agrimaster.com.au/Head Shepherd is brought to you by neXtgen Agri International Limited. We help livestock farmers get the most out of the genetics they farm with. Get in touch with us if you would like to hear more about how we can help you do what you do best: info@nextgenagri.com.Thanks to our sponsors at MSD Animal Health and Allflex, and Heiniger Australia and New Zealand. Please consider them when making product choices, as they are instrumental in enabling us to bring you this podcast each week.Check out Heiniger's product range HERECheck out the MSD range HERECheck out Allflex products HERE
In this Halloween-themed podcast episode, the host uses playful monster metaphors to explore the biggest challenges flower farmers face, such as cheap customers (“Vampires”), mindless trend-chasing (“Zombies”), cash flow issues (“Mummies”), burnout (“Werewolves”), and self-sabotage (“Evil Twins”). Through personal stories and practical advice, the host encourages listeners to set healthy boundaries, focus on their unique strengths, and prioritize self-care. The episode blends humor and business insights, inviting the flower farming community to confront their “monsters” and build more resilient, joyful businesses.If you want to dive in deeper with us each month, join our membership group - The Dirt on Flowers Insiders! So if you love the podcast and want to dig deeper with us, head over to www.thedirtonflowers.com/membership to join now. Did you love today's episode? Take a screenshot and share it in your IG stories. Don't forget to tag @dirtonflowers!Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts!Head to www.thedirtonflowers.com to sign up for our newsletter and become a Dirt on Flowers insider!Want to learn more about your hosts? Follow us on Instagram!Lyndsay @wildroot_flowercoShannon @bloomhillfarm
Steve DeWeerdt, and his parents before him, grew the DeWeerdt poultry farm from a small family business into a massive egg production and processing operation. But when Michigan passed a law mandating that all egg producers in the state go cage-free, Steve was faced with a choice: adapt or close up shop. Ultimately, Steve decided to make the transition, and today he takes us through that long process from start to finish, including the race against time to get their farm switched over, and the steep learning curve they faced when they ultimately got there.
*Cheap corn has helped the cattle feeding industry. *The Mexican border remains closed to Mexican livestock imports. *Members of the Texas congressional delegation are asking the White House to respond to Mexico's failure to deliver water to the Rio Grande Valley. *Texas peanut growers are competing in a tough global market. *Texas farmers are short on storage options for this year's grain crops. *The U.S. and China are finally reaching a trade deal. *Talk of buying more beef from Argentina has done some major damage to the cattle market. *Testing horse hair can tell us some things about the horse's condition.
Ep 234 | This week on Discover Ag, Natalie and Tara dig into viral loofahs, ethical eating debates, food allergies, and whether a billion-dollar clothing brand can save agriculture. From the cucumber family plant that keeps breaking the internet to Taylor Sheridan's fiery take on veganism with Joe Rogan, this episode tackles the misconceptions and trade-offs in our food system. Plus, discover why teal pumpkins matter for 1 in 13 kids, how Post Malone shut down Broadway for 30,000 fans, and whether Patagonia's venture into crackers and tinned fish can actually change farming—or if it's just another case of corporate savior complex. Spoiler: a farmer has thoughts, and we want to hear them. What We Discovered This Week
Welcome to episode 269 of Growers Daily! We cover: our monthly LIVE episode! We are a Non-Profit!
We've been working closely this past year with lily bulb growers around the country, with the goal of providing more lily education to both farmers and florists. For today's Lily Episode I wanted to learn more about what's required to have a year-round lily program. I began my conversations with Jessica High of Flamingo Holland […] The post Episode 740: The Lily Episode with Jessica High of Flamingo Holland Bulbs and Peterkort Roses' Year-Round Lily Program with Norman Peterkort and Sandra Laubenthal appeared first on Slow Flowers Podcast with Debra Prinzing.
Thousands of people in Sierra Leone lost limbs during the brutal civil war, and many more have struggled to overcome the mental as well as physical burdens of the conflict. We visit the Farming on Crutches programme where amputees are trained in agricultural skills which they can use to start their own farms and teach others in their communities their skills. Plus how former addicts are helping others in their communities to stop using kush, a deadly blend of addictive substances that has become a scourge in Sierra Leone and other parts of West Africa.People Fixing The World from the BBC is about brilliant solutions to the world's problems. We release a new edition every Tuesday. We'd love you to let us know what you think and to hear about your own solutions. You can contact us on WhatsApp by messaging +44 8000 321721 or email peoplefixingtheworld@bbc.co.uk. And please leave us a review on your chosen podcast provider.Presenter: Myra Anubi Reporter/producer: Sira Thierij Editor: Jon Bithrey Sound mix: Hal Haines(Image: A trainee farmer rakes grass from a field in Sierra Leone, Sira Thierij/BBC)
Hosts Spencer Neuharth, Randall Williams, and Cory Calkins interview Josh Humbert of Kamoka Pearl about pearl farming in French Polynesia, get a fresh Rut Report from Mark Kenyon, share another round of Top 3s, and chat with Michael Burton about his unique brand of catfishing. Watch the live stream on the MeatEater Podcast Network YouTube channel. Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.