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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

Another data center is threatening farmers and their land, this time in Georgia, and Fresh produce industry leaders were in Washington, D.C. advocating policy priorities affecting growers, consumers, and ag businesses.

Using pressure chambers, commonly called pressure bombs, has been compared to taking the “blood pressure” of a plant to tell how stressed it is for water, and Fresh produce industry leaders were in Washington, D.C. advocating policy priorities affecting growers, consumers, and ag businesses.

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In this Episode Beth Cole of Riverview Farms shares how local farms strengthen communities, preserve farmland, improve food security, and support healthier ecosystems. Drawing from her experience as a market gardener in Western North Carolina, Beth explains the value of Certified Naturally Grown certification, community-supported agriculture (CSA), farmers markets, and home gardening. She also reflects on lessons learned from Hurricane Helene, the challenges of starting a farm, and why growing food is one of the most important skills families can develop.Our Guest: Beth Cole is a market gardener in Asheville, North Carolina. At their farm they grow a variety of certified naturally grown veggies and cut flowers, are passionate about preserving farmland in the region and growing real food that nourishes the community.Key TopicsBeth ColeRiverview FarmsMarket gardeningAsparagus productionCertified Naturally Grown (CNG)Local food systemsCommunity Supported Agriculture (CSA)Farmers marketsHurricane Helene recoverySoil health and floodplain farmingGarden plant startsDirt Craft Living SoilsFood security and preparednessGrowing food in Western North CarolinaKey Questions AnsweredWhat is market gardening?Market gardening is small-scale intensive food production focused on growing a diverse mix of vegetables and flowers for local markets, restaurants, and consumers. Riverview Farms grows on roughly two acres while maintaining additional acreage for wildlife habitat, hay production, and floodplain preservation.How does asparagus grow?Asparagus is a long-term perennial crop typically started from crowns. Growers wait several years before harvesting heavily, with full production often beginning around year five. Well-maintained asparagus beds can remain productive for 15 years or longer.What is Certified Naturally Grown?Certified Naturally Grown follows standards similar to organic certification but is designed for smaller farms. The program emphasizes sustainability, biodiversity, wildlife habitat, and farmland preservation while relying on peer-to-peer farm inspections rather than third-party auditors.Why does buying from local farms matter?Purchasing from local farms helps preserve farmland, protect watersheds, support pollinators, strengthen local economies, and provide farmers with a sustainable livelihood. Local food purchases keep money circulating within the community.What is a CSA?Community Supported Agriculture allows customers to purchase a subscription to a farm's harvest. Members share both the risks and rewards of farming while providing farmers with critical early-season income.What positive lessons came from Hurricane Helene?Although the storm caused significant damage throughout the region, Beth observed that floodplain farmland acted as a natural sponge, reducing downstream impacts. In some areas, nutrient-rich sediments deposited by floodwaters improved soil quality and organic matter.Why should gardeners buy plants locally?Locally grown plant starts are better adapted to regional growing conditions and often outperform plants shipped long distances to big-box stores. Supporting local growers also strengthens the regional food economy.Why do new gardeners struggle?Gardening is a learned skill that requires time, observation, and experience. Success depends on understanding local conditions, improving soil health, and accepting mistakes as part of the learning process.Why are farmers markets important?Farmers markets provide the freshest possible produce, often harvested within 24 hours of sale. They create direct relationships between growers and consumers while supporting local agriculture.What motivates Beth's farming work?Beth is driven by concerns about chronic disease, declining food quality, and the disconnect between people and real food. She believes locally grown produce can improve both individual and community health.Episode HighlightsBeth transitioned from humanitarian work and Montana grain farming into market gardening in North Carolina.Riverview Farms shifted from primarily asparagus production to diversified vegetable and flower production.Asparagus requires patience, often taking five years before reaching full harvest potential.Certified Naturally Grown certification strengthens farmer-to-farmer learning through peer inspections.Buying local food directly supports farmland preservation, pollinator habitat, and watershed protection.Hurricane Helene highlighted the important role farms play in absorbing floodwaters and protecting communities.Local plant starts provide gardeners with healthier, more resilient plants adapted to regional conditions.Farmers markets offer unmatched freshness while building relationships between farmers and consumers.Soil quality is one of the most important investments gardeners can make.Gardening success comes from persistence, observation, and continuous learning.Calls to Action & ResourcesCertified Naturally Grownhttps://www.naturallygrown.orgRiverview Farms NCFacebook: Riverview Farms NCAppalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project (ASAP)https://asapconnections.orgDirt Craft Living Soilshttps://dirtcraftorganics.comRecommended BookGrow Great Vegetables in North Carolina — A practical guide for understanding regional growing conditions, soil, weather patterns, and crop selection.Visit www.urbanfarm.org/RiverviewFarms for the show notes on this episode, and access to our full podcast library! 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Farm Aid is heading to Virginia Beach for the first time Saturday, Sept. 26, and global demand for crop protection products will continue growing as farmers work to protect yields and meet rising food demand.

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.

06/11/26: Jim Thompson, chairman of the ND Soybean Council, and Justin Sherlock, president of the ND Soybean Growers Association. They join Joel Heitkamp in the KFGO studio to talk about the current issues facing our soybean farmers and how the war in Iran is impacting them. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ten University of Idaho graduate students who participated in a recent tour of the state's potato industry witnessed the full supply chain.

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As labor costs continue to rise and farm margins remain under pressure, specialty crop growers are increasingly turning to technology to improve efficiency. One company believes artificial intelligence and farm data can help growers make better decisions every day through a unique audio-based reporting system. Steve Mantle, founder of Innovate Ag, recently discussed the company's Harvest Replay platform during an interview on AgNet News Hour. The technology is designed to help growers better understand labor performance, operational efficiency, and production trends by transforming farm data into easy-to-consume daily audio reports. Mantle launched Innovate Ag seven years ago after leaving the technology sector and recognizing opportunities to bring data-driven decision-making tools to agriculture. The company now works with hundreds of farms across the United States, Latin America, and Europe, with a particular focus on labor-intensive specialty crops. According to Mantle, labor remains the largest expense for many specialty crop operations. Harvest Replay helps growers identify inefficiencies by analyzing payroll, harvest, and operational data to highlight areas where productivity can be improved. The platform generates customized daily podcasts tailored to different levels of a farming operation. Leadership teams receive economic and financial insights, farm managers receive operational recommendations, and crew leaders can access practical field-level information. Reports can also be delivered in Spanish to better serve workforce needs. “Harvest Replay is basically a daily podcast that growers listen to that talks about what happened on the farm yesterday and what's happening the day and week ahead,” Mantle explained. The audio summaries can identify issues such as underperforming blocks, labor deployment inefficiencies, and productivity trends. By reviewing historical and real-time data, growers can make adjustments that may improve profitability and optimize workforce allocation. Mantle said the system requires minimal setup and can integrate with existing payroll and farm management platforms. Once connected, the platform automatically analyzes incoming data and generates daily reports without requiring additional data entry from growers. To encourage adoption, Innovate Ag is offering pilot programs aimed at helping growers evaluate the technology before committing to a broader rollout. The company says participating growers can identify operational “leaky buckets” that may be reducing profitability and labor efficiency. Beyond labor management, Mantle believes artificial intelligence will continue playing a larger role in agriculture as growers face increasing challenges from weather variability, rising input costs, regulatory pressures, and workforce shortages. Technologies that help simplify decision-making could become valuable tools for producers trying to remain competitive. As specialty crop operations continue looking for ways to improve efficiency, platforms like Harvest Replay represent one example of how AI and automation are beginning to reshape day-to-day farm management.

This week host @Jackgreenstalk (aka @Jack_Greenstalk on X/instagram backup account) [or contact via email: JackGreenstalk47@gmail.com] is joined by @spartangrown on instagram or X f.k.a. Twitter at https://x.com/grown43626 or email spartangrown@gmail.com for contacting spartan outside social media, any alternate profiles on other social medias using spartan's name, and photos are not actually spartan grown be aware, and @NoahtheeGrowa on instagram .... This week we missed TheAmericanOne on youtube aka @theamericanone_with_achenes on instagram who's amy aces can be found at amyaces.com , Rust Brandon of @fulcrop.sciences / fulcrop.ceo regained @Rust.Brandon instagram page, and products can be found at bokashiearthworks.com , , Matthew Gates aka @SynchAngel on instagram and twitter @Zenthanol on youtube who offers IPM direct chat for $1 a month on patreon.com/zenthanol , @drmjcoco from cocoforcannabis.com as well as youtube where he tests and reviews grow lights and has grow tutorials and @drmjcoco on instagram and @ATG Acres Aaron The Grower aka @atgacres his products can be found at atgacres.com view his instagram to find out details about drops!

#135Josh sits down with chef and sommelier Sandia Chang for a conversation that spans 20 years of restaurants on both sides of the Atlantic. From her start on the fish station at Bouley in 2003, to four years at Per Se under Thomas Keller, to a stint at Noma in Copenhagen alongside her now-husband James Knappett, Sandia eventually landed in London where the two opened Bubble Dogs (a champagne and hot dog bar on Charlotte Street) and Kitchen Table, now a two Michelin star restaurant. Along the way she became one of the UK's most knowledgeable voices on grower champagne and built Bubble Shop, her online platform for small-family producers most operators have never heard of.The conversation moves between the two service philosophies that defined her path. Per Se's "yes to everything" approach, where the team would prepare a different potato for Mick Jagger with every course, and Noma's "we will not make a cocktail because we are not great at making cocktails" approach. Sandia explains why both are right and how she's blended them at Kitchen Table. They dig into why simple food like a hot dog is harder to execute than a 20 course tasting menu, what actually changes when you get your second Michelin star (spoiler: the box checkers show up), the economics and politics of importing grower champagne into the UK, and the truth about running a restaurant with your spouse. It closes with the advice Sandia gave at the end: you don't go into something because you know what to do, you go into something because you want to learn how to do it.Links and resources

Send us Fan MailOn Episode 95 of The Plant Movement Podcast, Keith Crouse of Howard and Son Farms returns for his second appearance on the show to share a practical, no-nonsense look at what it takes to build a nursery from the ground up.Keith balances life as a firefighter while growing Howard and Son Farms, a nursery operation focused on liner production, propagation, and continuous improvement. In this episode, he pulls back the curtain on everything from greenhouse construction and irrigation management to financing growth, hiring employees, calculating plant costs, and building a nursery business that can scale.This conversation is packed with actionable advice for growers, nursery owners, landscapers, and entrepreneurs looking to understand the realities of operating a successful nursery.Topics include:

Send us Fan MailA full panel of funny friends returns this week on the Kokomo Press Podcast!!!Host Jordan Grainger and Co-Host Sean D are joined in studio this week by two hilarious comics who made the episode seem effortless!!!Returning to the show this week was the great Krystal Evans. Krystal is a mainstay at the press open mic and has been since the days of Coopers Pub. She is equal parts energy and moxie all rolled up into one hilarious guest.Making his podcast debut this week and rounding out the panel is a popular comic around the Indy scene. He's dressed in drag for comedy and will soon make his debut at Roast Battle Indy where he and Krystal will face off on June 24th. Andrew Irving is in the studio this week!!!The panel discussed a wide variety of topics including the faux pas of comedy, funny sex-capades, interesting stories, and of course the delicate balance of comedy and lifestyle among many other topics.It all goes down right now with this epic panel on this week's comedy-centric episode of the Kokomo Press Podcast!!!@thekokomopress on YouTube, Facebook, and instagram.Jordan Danger Grainger is @ultrajoyed on twitter, facebook, and tiktok.Cortni Richardson is @cortni88 on instagram and @cortni_lean on twitter.Brian West is @veinypeckerpete on twitter and @westjr.brian on instagram.Sean D. is @SeanDIsFunny everywhere!

For this episode Dan, Michael and Helena are joined by Kevin Ryan (@kevryanperson) host of Tyrant In Training (@tyrantpodcast) to look back at a movie Kevin loved watching as a kid, Helena had seen before but Dan and Michael hadn't, Last Action Hero. Nominee for the ‘Grower, Not A Shower' Golden Lobe Award 2025 and 2026. Theme music by @themenniss. Follow @HiltMpod on social media https://linktr.ee/hiltmpod Join our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/hiltmpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Evan Ellis discusses the crisis in Bolivia, where President Rodrigo Paz appointed a new defense minister to counter blockades by Evo Morales's supporters and coca growers. These paramilitary-style tactics have isolated La Paz, causing severe shortages. Ellis analyzes the military's hesitation and the influence of illicit interests on the unrest.1863

This HortWeek podcast discusses new plant awards with HTA horticulture manager Pippa Greenwood, Frank P Matthews' director Steph Dunn James and Hillier production and amenity director Adam Dunnett.The National Plant Show is at Stoneleigh on 17-18 June. Grower of the Year awards are presented on 24 September with new categories "for every grower there is". Deadline is 3 July.Greenwood said awards gives UK horticulture as big a chance to trumpet itself in the same way awards do in European countries. She added that awards are more than a nice trophy and have a big effect on staff morale. Dunn James said awards are for growers of all sizes, if they have amazing varieties to show off. Greenwood said there is a new category for business turning over £2.5m, as well as new sustainability awards. Dunn James won best in show and visitor vote in 2025 for Prunus 'Japanese Lantern'. Dunnett won 2025 HTA awards for Plant Producer, Life Beyond Peat and Blooming Marvellous Employer, which led to winning International Grower of the Year at IPM Essen in January. He said the biggest win was as an internal "feelgood factor". He said he would like to see more "cut-through" from his UK customer base for award-wnning plants. They both spoke about how winning awards provoked the shedding of a tear, such was the joy they felt at the triumph.Dunn James said the award is a great showcase for wholesale buyers and gives direction about what retailers should be ordering and what customers might be looking at. Frank P Matthews is also back at Four Oaks in September, celebrating its 125th anniversary. New varieties include a NGS apple for its 100th anniversary, a winter-flowering ornamental cherry from the Japanese Lantern award-winning breeding programme, a crab apple and a pear.Dunnett said he is back at Groundsfest showcasing container and field-grown trees at the September show. Hillier won best plant at Chelsea in 2025 with Philadelphus 'Petite Perfume Pink'. Hillier was shortlisted with three plants in 2026 and Frank P Matthews with 'Japanese Lantern'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PREVIEW: Guest Mary Anastasia O'Grady reports on political turmoil in Bolivia. She details how Evo Morales and cocoa growers are paralyzing the country through road blockades to challenge the current centrist government.

PREVIEW: Guest Mary Anastasia O'Grady reports on political turmoil in Bolivia. She details how Evo Morales and cocoa growers are paralyzing the country through road blockades to challenge the current centrist government.

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Wine grape growers are turning to precision technology to mitigate bird damage while reducint labor and material costs. In this episode, Joseph Traut (Cypress AgTech) joins growers Chad Foster (Maverick Farming) and Paul Ramirez (Loma Escondida Farming) to share real-world experience using an autonomous, silent laser system that protects 20–30 vineyard acres per unit. Learn how to optimize placement, program effective coverage patterns, and time use from mid-June through harvest. Hear which bird species are easiest to deter, where challenges remain, and how this approach supports sustainable, worker-safe vineyard management.  Resources:   6/10/2026 REGISTER: Technology Field Day Tailgate 272: 30 Gophers a Night: Why Barn Owls Belong in Your Vineyard Autonomous Bird Laser Deterrent (video) Cypress AgriTech | Sustainable Farming Technology | United States Joseph Traut, Vice President, Cypress AgriTech Maverick Farming Riley Boylan, President, Cypress AgriTech  Support the Podcast:  Make a Donation  Vineyard Team Programs:  Juan Nevarez Memorial Scholarship - Help students from vineyard families pursue higher education Online Courses - Earn DPR and CCA hours with expert-led sustainability trainings SIP Certified - A trusted third-party certification proving your sustainable practices with science-backed standards Sustainable Ag Expo - Join top experts at the premier winegrowing event of the year Vineyard Team Membership - Connect with a community advancing sustainable winegrowing 

In this episode, Macky sits down with Dan from Legal Growers UK for an in-depth discussion about home cultivation, cannabis law, and the future of reform in the UK. Dan joins us to explain the goals of Legal Growers UK, the arguments for allowing adults to grow their own plants, and some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding home cultivation. We explore the current legal landscape, discuss the challenges facing campaigners, and examine how home growing could fit into a sensible regulatory framework. Along the way, we tackle some difficult questions, challenge assumptions from both sides of the debate, and look at what real-world reform could mean for growers, patients, and the wider public. Whether you're interested in cultivation, policy, personal freedoms, or simply want to understand the arguments being made for change, this conversation offers plenty of food for thought. Do you have any suggestions for guest on the show? Let us know by getting in touch over at Percys, or on our Discord Server! 

Samantha Ayoub, an agricultural economist for the International Fresh Produce Association, says fruit and vegetable producers have a significant need for year-round labor.

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This week host @Jackgreenstalk (aka @Jack_Greenstalk on X/instagram backup account) [or contact via email: JackGreenstalk47@gmail.com] is joined by @spartangrown on instagram or X f.k.a. Twitter at https://x.com/grown43626 or email spartangrown@gmail.com for contacting spartan outside social media, any alternate profiles on other social medias using spartan's name, and photos are not actually spartan grown be aware, and @NoahtheeGrowa on instagram .... This week we missed TheAmericanOne on youtube aka @theamericanone_with_achenes on instagram who's amy aces can be found at amyaces.com , Rust Brandon of @fulcrop.sciences / fulcrop.ceo regained @Rust.Brandon instagram page, and products can be found at bokashiearthworks.com , , Matthew Gates aka @SynchAngel on instagram and twitter @Zenthanol on youtube who offers IPM direct chat for $1 a month on patreon.com/zenthanol , @drmjcoco from cocoforcannabis.com as well as youtube where he tests and reviews grow lights and has grow tutorials and @drmjcoco on instagram and @ATG Acres Aaron The Grower aka @atgacres his products can be found at atgacres.com view his instagram to find out details about drops!

Some are throwing in the towel, while others are hunkering down.

With Northwest cherry harvest about to begin, growers are hoping to see better pricing this year.

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In this episode, farmer Peter Lee of Bird and Blossom Farm shares how accommodating and generous the older growers and farmers are in their area when it comes to sharing their farming knowledge.   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.

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This week we spoke with Dan, a cannabis activist from the UK. Dan has some interesting ideas that he believes could help push the UK government towards legalising cannabis for recreational use. He is part of an organisation called Legal Grower UK, and we chat with him about his ideas, what he thinks is going to work, what he sees for the future of cannabis in the UK, and much more. We also have a special livestream coming up with Dan! It will take place on Wednesday 3rd June at 10pm UK time, live on our YouTube channel. We need you guys there to help us challenge Dan's ideas and find arguments against some of his points, so it should make for a really interesting discussion. Join us for the session, it's going to be a good show! Do you have any suggestions for guest on the show? Let us know by getting in touch over at Percys, or on our Discord Server! 

Nothing to lose, everything to gain! That's the message to specialty crop farmers from the Walla Walla-based agtech company innov8.ag .

The AgNet News Hour featured California Pear Advisory Board Executive Director Chris Zanobini, who discussed the upcoming pear season, market challenges, imported fruit concerns, and the future of one of California's longtime specialty crop industries. Zanobini said the 2025 season was difficult for California pear growers, largely because of heavy competition from imported fruit on retail shelves. One of the biggest concerns is fruit treated with shelf-life extension products, which can leave pears hard and slow to ripen. “Any inferior product in the marketplace, whether it's from somewhere else or even from our neighbors, definitely has a negative impact on the product that we're producing,” Zanobini said. California pear growers have taken a different approach. Zanobini said the industry made a commitment several years ago not to use 1-MCP, a ripening inhibitor used in some imported pears. “We know that our product is going to get in there, it's going to turn color, and it's going to have that sweet, juicy, incredible flavor that consumers want,” he said. That quality message is especially important as California's pear industry continues to shrink. Zanobini said the state is now down to about 50 pear growers and roughly 4,000 acres, compared to hundreds of growers and much larger production numbers in previous decades. “These families have been doing this for multiple generations,” he said. “In many cases, we're into the fifth or sixth generation of pear farmers.” The 2026 crop is expected to arrive early, following the same trend seen in several California crops this season. Zanobini said Bartlett pears could begin showing up by the fourth week of June, possibly earlier. “We bloomed two weeks earlier,” he said. “As long as things continue to go the way they've been going, we will definitely have pears by the end of June.” For consumers, the message is simple: look for California-grown or USA-grown labels when buying pears. Zanobini said those PLU stickers matter, especially when shoppers are trying to avoid imported pears that may not deliver the same eating experience. “Come the end of June, eat pears,” he said. “Eat California pears.” The conversation also touched on broader pressures facing California agriculture, including labor, fuel, freight, water, regulations, and competition from imports. Zanobini said growers are not looking for handouts—they simply want a fair chance to grow a high-quality product and get paid for it. “Farmers don't really want bailouts,” he said. “They want to do their day's work, grow a wonderful product, and then get paid for it.” Despite the challenges, Zanobini said the outlook for this year's crop is strong, with good supply and excellent quality expected. Listen to the full interview below or on your favorite podcast app.

This week host @Jackgreenstalk (aka @Jack_Greenstalk on X/instagram backup account) [or contact via email: JackGreenstalk47@gmail.com] is joined by @spartangrown on instagram or X f.k.a. Twitter at https://x.com/grown43626 or email spartangrown@gmail.com for contacting spartan outside social media, any alternate profiles on other social medias using spartan's name, and photos are not actually spartan grown be aware, TheAmericanOne on youtube aka @theamericanone_with_achenes on instagram who's amy aces can be found at amyaces.com and @NoahtheeGrowa on instagram .... This week we missed Rust Brandon of @fulcrop.sciences / fulcrop.ceo regained @Rust.Brandon instagram page, and products can be found at bokashiearthworks.com , , Matthew Gates aka @SynchAngel on instagram and twitter @Zenthanol on youtube who offers IPM direct chat for $1 a month on patreon.com/zenthanol , @drmjcoco from cocoforcannabis.com as well as youtube where he tests and reviews grow lights and has grow tutorials and @drmjcoco on instagram and @ATG Acres Aaron The Grower aka @atgacres his products can be found at atgacres.com view his instagram to find out details about drops!

The author of a new book shares everything you need to know about growing tomatoes - from seed to harvest. Then PJ Liesch stops by to talk about all the good things insects do in your garden. And in the last thirty, find out from a vet how to keep your pet safe from landscape hazards.

Evan Ellis characterizes protests in Bolivia as an organized "coup in motion" funded by coca growers' unions. Figures like Evo Morales and rivals within the government benefit from dismantling reforms. The instability threatens counter-drug efforts and allows criminal organizations to flourish while the government struggles to maintain order amidst resource blockades. (6/16)1900

Cotton sat in the high 60s and low 70s for what felt like two years, then the market snapped higher and started swinging hard. We wanted to know what actually changed, so we sat down with Dr. Jody Campiche, vice president of economics and policy analysis at the National Cotton Council, and Ron Lee, general manager at McCleskey Cotton Company in Bronwood, Georgia, to unpack the rally in plain language that growers can use.We dig into the mechanics behind the move in cotton futures, including the shift from a record net short position to net long, plus the short covering that can push prices up fast. From there we connect the dots on global cotton supply concerns: drought in the US, potential higher abandonment in Texas, and lower expectations for key producers like Brazil, China, and Australia. We also talk about how the war, oil prices, and polyester costs can change the cotton versus synthetic fiber equation for mills, and why USDA WASDE projections on mill use and ending stocks matter for price direction.Then we bring it back to the farm and the gin. We cover whether higher prices can still shift cotton acreage in the Southeast and Mid-South, why timing limits late switches, and how basis and potential premiums affect real-world bids. Finally, Ron shares practical cotton marketing advice for volatile weeks: staggered target orders, using options like puts when they fit, and not overcommitting production when hurricanes and other risks can turn a contract into a costly problem. If you found this helpful, subscribe, share it with a neighbor, and leave a quick review so more cotton growers can find it.

The biggest challenge in ag tech isn't innovation — it's making tools that actually work on the farm. Matthew Hoffman, General Partner and Head of Farms at Reservoir, shares how the company is helping ag tech startups develop tools that solve real farming challenges. By partnering directly with specialty crop producers, including winegrape growers, Reservoir gives companies access to farms, equipment, and real-world feedback to refine technologies before they reach the market. Matthew highlights emerging innovations in autonomous equipment, robotics, machine vision, and farm management technology, and explains why grower involvement is essential to creating solutions that fit the realities of vineyard operations.  Resources:   6/10/2026 REGISTER: Technology Field Day Tailgate 129: The Efficient Vineyard Project 233: The Gap Between Space and Farm: Ground Truthing Satellite Data Models 249: Making it Easier to Use Satellite Data in Agriculture Matthew Hoffman - LinkedIn Reservoir Reservoir - LinkedIn  Support the Podcast:  Make a Donation  Vineyard Team Programs:  Juan Nevarez Memorial Scholarship - Help students from vineyard families pursue higher education Online Courses - Earn DPR and CCA hours with expert-led sustainability trainings SIP Certified - A trusted third-party certification proving your sustainable practices with science-backed standards Sustainable Ag Expo - Join top experts at the premier winegrowing event of the year Vineyard Team Membership - Connect with a community advancing sustainable winegrowing 

'The taps could run dry' - that's the warning from a new report by the House of Lords Select Committee on Environment and Climate Change. The report, in response to last year's drought, says water supplies need to be better managed to overcome the contrary challenges of drought and flooding, which it says are both a consequence of climate change.Farmers have just had some respite from hikes in fuel prices with a government announcement that a cut on the duty on red diesel will last until the end of 2026. Despite that, the cost of growing our food is still higher than before the conflict in the Middle East. British Apples and Pears which represents top fruit growers, says producing Gala apples has risen by 4.5% since the start of March. We visit a big strawberry grower in Kent to discuss the challenges.All week we're celebrating British flower growing - from intensive tulip production to farm-grown bouquets. One way you can be extremely nosy about how other people are growing their flowers is to join in with the National Garden Scheme and visit gardens locally in July. We visit a farmer who opens her garden on the edge of Exmoor - it's full of old farming equipment and brings back memories for farmers who visit.Presenter = Anna Hill Producer = Rebecca Rooney

American farmers are facing a profitability crisis in the current markets. Some economists estimate that growers could LOSE $100 per acre this year if costs and prices continue as they are. NCGA is always looking for ways to boost corn demand and increase prices for America's crop. But with skyrocketing input costs, onerous duties on fertilizer, and the spiking cost of diesel fuel, our growers are feeling the pinch from both sides of the equation. So NCGA has convened a task force aimed at addressing those rising costs as well. And in this episode, we talk to NCGA First Vice President Matt Frostic, who's leading this effort to find savings for American corn farmers. He's joined by NCGA VP of Sustainable Production & Value Chain Engagement Sean Arians, NCGA's staff lead on the task force, as well as NCGA staff economist Gretchen Kuck, to explore the tools that NCGA has at its disposal in this time of extreme difficulty.  As always, NCGA's greatest strength is the voice of its members. And you can get involved in this effort by clicking this link: https://ncga.com/membership/join-ncga

In this episode, Jean-Martin and Chris sit down with Jessica Paige of Adama Farm to discuss her journey from university student to first-generation regenerative farmer and influencer. Jessica explores the importance of "romanticizing" farm life, explaining how finding beauty in the intensive labor makes the work more enjoyable and sustainable, and how sharing this beauty online can inspire new young people to get into farming. She reflects on her formative apprenticeship at Frith Farm, her spiritual awakening through nature, and the empowerment of leading an all-female crew. The conversation covers the practicalities of starting a farm, from land acquisition to navigating the "year two and three" hurdles of infrastructure and irrigation. Ultimately, she highlights how a small-scale farm can become a vibrant community hub through farm-to-table dinners and shared connection to the land. SponsorsDubois Agrinovation:  https://duboisag.com/Growers & Co: https://growers.coTimestamps[01:30] The viral accident: Meet ‘Jessithefarmer' from Adama Farm[02:20] Survival by magic: Why you must romanticize intensive labor[06:05] Rewriting the rules: Inside an intentional, all-female farm crew[11:38] How a university thesis sparked an unexpected spiritual awakening[16:00] From rejection to fate: The last-minute message that changed everything[28:03] Turnkey destiny: Stumbling onto a hidden 73-acre paradise by pure chance[35:12] Scorched fields and high tunnels: Navigating the chaotic trials of season one[01:07:27] Reverse nostalgia and building a community village around the long table[01:19:21] The 5-year vision: Reverse-engineering an event empire on just two acres[01:24:50] Rapid fire Q&A: Books, farm fashion, and why you can't "skip the suck"Links/ResourcesStart Your Market Gardener Journey Here : https://themarketgardener.com/starthere/Market Gardener Institute:  https://themarketgardener.com Masterclass:  https://themarketgardener.com/courses/the-market-gardener-masterclass Newsletter:  https://themarketgardener.com/newsletterBlog:  https://themarketgardener.com/blog Books: https://themarketgardener.com/booksGrowers & Co: https://growers.coHeirloom: https://heirloom.ag/The Old Mill: https://www.espaceoldmill.com/en/Follow UsWebsite: http://themarketgardener.com Facebook: http://facebook.com/marketgardenerinstitute Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarketgardeners Guest Social Media LinksJessica Paige:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessithefarmer Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jessithefarmer Website: https://adamafarm.co/ JM:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeanmartinfortierFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeanmartinfortier

The highlight of the horticultural calendar is back. This week, we're bringing you the very best of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.  We speak to designer Darren Hawkes about The Lady Garden Foundation's 'Silent No More' garden, and how outdoor spaces can be designed to encourage conversation and connection. Growers and exhibitors from the Great Pavilion share their favourite plants, must-see showstoppers, and expert tips on everything from getting the most out of your hostas to creating natural dyes at home. We also meet Joe and Laura Carey, designers of Addleshaw Goddard: Flourish in the City, to explore London's rich botanical history and discover how even the smallest urban gardens can become truly striking spaces. Plus, we take a look at the cutting-edge horticultural science showcased at the GreenSTEM exhibit. Whether you're heading to Chelsea this year or simply looking for expert growing advice and fresh inspiration from some of the world's leading designers and growers, there's something here for everyone. Hosts: Jenny Laville, Tom Howard, Gareth Richards Links: RHS Chelsea Flower Show

The Climate Change Committee has published a new report about the consequences of a 2% rise in global temperatures and what the UK needs to do about it. The CCC, which reports to UK government on adapting to climate change, says that by 2050, 92% of homes are likely to overheat, peak river flows will be up to 45% higher, and water supply shortfalls could exceed five billion litres per day. It points out that the cost of doing nothing is far greater than acting now, and it proposes investment of around £11 billion a year, split evenly between public and private funding. We ask what it means for farmers.The prospect of closer ties with the European Union continues to make political headlines, and farmers are watching closely as the government works towards EU re-alignment and a new sanitary and phytosanitary or SPS agreement which should ease trade in food and agricultural goods between the UK and the EU. The House of Lords European Affairs Committee has been hearing what an SPS agreement could mean for farmers, the meat industry and ports.All week we're celebrating British flowers - locally grown flowers account for a tiny fraction of the UK market even though we spend some 2.2 billion pounds on cut flowers. We visit a flower grower who is trying to change that, connecting local producers and florists and promoting home-grown flowers via the South Yorkshire Flower Hub.Presenter = Anna Hill Producer = Rebecca Rooney

Citrus growers call for transparency in pricing - with many saying what's charged at the supermarket doesn't match what they are getting paid for their fruit. While the quality and volume of the fruit is looking good this year, growers are questioning where costs are being added. 

This week host @Jackgreenstalk (aka @Jack_Greenstalk on X/instagram backup account) [or contact via email: JackGreenstalk47@gmail.com] is joined by @spartangrown on instagram or X f.k.a. Twitter at https://x.com/grown43626 or email spartangrown@gmail.com for contacting spartan outside social media, any alternate profiles on other social medias using spartan's name, and photos are not actually spartan grown be aware.... This week we missed TheAmericanOne on youtube aka @theamericanone_with_achenes on instagram who's amy aces can be found at amyaces.com, Rust Brandon of @fulcrop.sciences / fulcrop.ceo regained @Rust.Brandon instagram page, and products can be found at bokashiearthworks.com , @NoahtheeGrowa on instagram , Matthew Gates aka @SynchAngel on instagram and twitter @Zenthanol on youtube who offers IPM direct chat for $1 a month on patreon.com/zenthanol , @drmjcoco from cocoforcannabis.com as well as youtube where he tests and reviews grow lights and has grow tutorials and @drmjcoco on instagram and @ATG Acres Aaron The Grower aka @atgacres his products can be found at atgacres.com view his instagram to find out details about drops!

Join our champion program: mark@themomentumcompany.comAttend a Thriving Leader event: https://thriving-leader-2026.lovable.app/Instagram: @the.momentum.companyLinkedIn: /momentum-companyIn this episode of The Intentional Agribusiness Leader, Mark sits down with Tim Bucher, CEO and co-founder of Agtonomy, for a powerful conversation at the intersection of agriculture, technology, and leadership.Tim defines intentional leadership in a way that cuts through the noise:Pause. Think.In a world that rewards speed, the most effective leaders create space—however small—to process, evaluate, and respond with clarity. That simple act of thinking is what separates reactive leadership from intentional leadership.Tim's journey is anything but typical.Raised in agriculture, he built his own farming operation at a young age while simultaneously building a career in Silicon Valley—working alongside leaders like Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, and Michael Dell. For decades, he kept those two worlds separate.Until now.With Agtonomy, Tim has brought agriculture and technology together to solve one of the industry's biggest challenges:Labor.Agriculture is facing a shrinking workforce, rising costs, and increasing pressure to get more done with less. Agtonomy is addressing that challenge through what Tim calls physical AI—intelligence embedded in machines that can perform real-world work.Not just data.Not just insights.Work.By integrating AI into existing equipment, Agtonomy enables one operator to manage multiple machines at once—turning a one-to-one labor model into a one-to-many system. The result is increased efficiency, improved safety, and a meaningful shift in how work gets done on the farm.A key theme throughout the episode is this:Growers don't need more data.They need help getting the job done.That distinction matters.While much of the recent focus on AI has centered around digital tools and information, the next wave of innovation is physical—machines that can think, adapt, and execute in real environments.The conversation also addresses the concern many people have around automation:Will it take jobs?Tim offers a different perspective.In industries like agriculture, the problem isn't too many workers—it's not enough. With an aging workforce and fewer people entering the field, the only path forward is innovation.Not replacement.Adaptation.The episode also explores lessons from some of the most iconic leaders in tech. Tim shares how leaders like Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, and Michael Dell each operated with a clear mantra—design, software, cost—that guided their decisions and aligned their organizations.Clarity at the top creates alignment throughout.Tim's own mantra?“Show me.”In industries like agriculture, results matter more than ideas. The fastest way to build trust is to prove that something works in the real world.The episode closes with a powerful reminder:We are living through another industrial revolution.Not mechanical— but technological.And the leaders who will shape the next 100 years aren't the ones resisting it.They're the ones willing to pause, think, and build what comes next.Listen if you are:Trying to understand how AI will impact agricultureLeading through labor shortages or operational challengesInterested in automation, robotics, or ag technologyNavigating change in a rapidly evolving industryCommitted to becoming a more intentional, thoughtful leader

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