Podcasts about Horticulture

There have been a raft of proposed changes to school curriculums announced in the last week .. including agribusiness, agriculture and horticulture science being removed as stand alone subjects and only being taught as a vocational hands-on pathway from 2028. Kerry Allen, is the curriculum director of AgriBusiness in Schools, she joins Jesse to explain why she thinks this is a poor decision.

In this late-summer conversation, Brett, Jessica, and Ray reflect on the ups and downs of Kentucky's growing season—from soggy spring fields to dry summer lawns. The team swaps stories of favorite seasonal treats (popsicles, cider donuts, and cheeseburgers), then dives into the real-world challenges growers and homeowners faced this year.Topics include: Weed wars in a wet spring – why mowing sometimes beat cultivation for managing crabgrass. Tree troubles – diagnosing stress in mature trees vs. uncovering girdling roots in young plantings. Fruit frustrations – winter injury, fluctuating temperatures, and a tough season for peaches, blackberries, and strawberries. Tomato trials – delayed ripening, leaf roll, and how environmental stress shows up differently across cultivars. Lawns across Kentucky – brown patch in wetter areas vs. drought stress and crabgrass explosions further south. Farmers' market quirks – why produce prices don't always follow supply-and-demand logic.The hosts wrap up with a reminder to support local orchards and agritourism farms this fall—whether for apples, cider, hayrides, or those elusive cider donuts Brett is still chasing.Questions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: hortculturepodcast@gmail.comCheck us out on Instagram!

Autumn is here on the Talking Heads podcast - as the last vestiges of Summer in the garden dodge the wet and windy weather while trying to give the last hurrah before that inevitable but pleasantly seasonable slide into the hibernation of winter. But gardeners never sleep so Lucy and Saul are still out and about in their plots plying the horticultural trade they both love. So join them both for more horti-waffle and insights into the life of the modern, professional gardener.Saul returns from his holidays (technically he is actually still on them!) and Lucy drags herself away from that tropical border to come to the aid to a Dad with a Brassica Cage. Upcycling is the name of the game when it comes to protecting those Brussel sprouts, plus a few cub-scout worth knots! Also hedging is still dominating the gardeners day-job - when will the miles of foliage that needs trimming end! LinkedIn link:Saul WalkerInstagram link:Lucy lucychamberlaingardensIntro and Outro music from https://filmmusic.io"Fireflies and Stardust" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show

Will the Earth last forever? It's an interesting question that goes into several areas: worldview (bible and theology vs. science), what it means to be human, what the Eschaton (resurrection life) will be like, biblical prophecies, the nature of Jesus' own resurrection, the doctrine of creation, God's nature, and the power of God. With my friend, Mark, I discuss pertinent biblical passages, formative biblical teachings, the reality of continuity and discontinuity in Jesus' resurrection. Mark has a minor degree in horticulture, so I ask him what would planet Earth be like if all the plants were finally burned up? So many Christians today look at the earth and think, "oh well, it's all going to burn anyway!" But really, is it? Is that the biblical portrayal? Let's build our hope together as we think about the future of our planet. 

September 6, 2025 - Texas Lawn and Garden Hour by Neil Sperry

September 6, 2025 - 1PM KLIF by Neil Sperry

September 7, 2025 - 8AM WBAP by Neil Sperry

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Rebekah & Lauren sit down with Mimō Davis, co-founder of Urban Buds. Mimō shares her journey from being a social worker in New York City to a flower farmer in Missouri. Inspired by her mother's greenhouse, she moved to Missouri in 1989 and bought a 15-acre farm. Urban Buds, located in St. Louis, grows 80 varieties of cut flowers year-round and sells them at the Tower Grove Farmers Market and online. They offer a CSA program, small weddings, and monthly happy hours. Mimō emphasizes the importance of local flowers for their longevity and environmental impact. She also highlights St. Louis's family-friendly activities and community support, particularly during COVID-19. Urban Buds will be hosting their next Kids Flower Workshop on Sunday, September 14th! And don't forget to check out their next Monthly Flower Happy Hour with a friend!A transplant from New York City, Mimō Davis, has been growing specialty cut flowers in Missouri since 1992. Her first farm, WildThang Farms, was located in Ashland, Missouri. Currently, she is a farmer-florist and co-owner of Urban Buds: City Grown Flowers, a one-acre flower farm in the Dutchtown neighborhood of St. Louis, with her business partner, Miranda Duschack. Urban Buds produces flowers year-round and grows 80-plus varieties annually, selling wholesale to St. Louis area florists, designing for select weddings and events, and bringing fresh, seasonal blooms to the Tower Grove and Boulevard Farmers' Markets. Mimō is dedicated to mentoring and educating other flower farmers and serves on the board of the Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers as Community Engagement and Outreach Liaison, helping to foster growth and knowledge within the cut flower industry. Mimō holds a Master's degree in Horticulture from North Carolina A&T University.We hope you enjoyed this podcast episode! To learn more about Moms of the Lou you can go to stlouismom.com or follow us on Instagram and Facebook. You can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast and Spotify. And don't forget to rate and review so more people can tune in! This episode was produced by the St. Louis Mom. It was recorded and edited by STL Bucketlist Studios in St. Louis, Missouri. 

Ali Morse is the Water Policy Manager at The Wildlife Trusts and together we talk the truth about peat: how much is still being extracted, why government promises have fallen short, and the role horticulture plays in the story. We also look ahead to the solutions—both practical and political—that could finally protect these precious habitats. Links The Wildlife Trusts – Main Website Nic Wilson's Peat Free Nurseries List Other episodes if you liked this one: Episode 47: Going Peat Free with John WalkerIn this episode, I speak with John Walker, the “Earth Friendly Gardener,” about the use of peat in gardening, why it's so harmful, and what's being done to end its use. He reflects on whether we can realistically eradicate peat from horticultural products. Roots and All Episode 144: The State of Horticulture with Matthew ApplebyI chat with Matthew Appleby, Editor of Horticulture Week, about broader industry dynamics—such as Brexit, supply chain changes, and how the push to go peat-free is impacting both gardeners and the horticultural trade. Roots and All Please support the podcast on Patreon And follow Roots and All: On Instagram @rootsandallpod On Facebook @rootsandalluk On LinkedIn @rootsandall

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs with monthly update.Gallatin County Fair and All Star Popcorn Day with Mariah Knight.Illinois Farm Bureau Director of Business and Regulatory Affairs Bill Bodine discusses the Electric Service Broadband Deployment and Access Law. Paul Otto with Freese-Notis Weather talks a warm up in the forecast.  

Illinois Farm Bureau Youth and Collegiate Program Coordinator Taylor Hartke promote Collegiate Farm Bureau kickoffs around the state. Ron Haase provides a Crop Watcher report from Iroquois County.Lance Nacio from Anna Marie Seafood Company in Louisiana on his visit to this year's Farm Progress Show.  Joe Camp from Commstock Investments previews a new market week.  

This week on Hort Culture, we welcome two special guests—Zoey and Kallise, summer interns at the Mercer County Extension Office. Fresh off their last day on the job, they share the whirlwind of experiences that shaped their summer: from planning Cloverbud Camps, to assisting with youth programs like international cooking classes and heritage day camps.The conversation highlights just how much extension work overlaps across program areas—horticulture, 4-H, family and consumer sciences, and agriculture. Listeners get a behind-the-scenes look at county fairs, campfires, home visits, and even a memorable day spent recipe-testing fried apple pies.Along the way, everyone opens up about hobbies (from vintage bikes to quilting), surprising lessons learned, and the personal connections to plants and gardening that continue to grow. For students curious about extension careers—or anyone who wants a taste of the dynamic work happening in local offices—this episode is both inspiring and down-to-earth.University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Internship ProgramQuestions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: hortculturepodcast@gmail.comCheck us out on Instagram!

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Harvesting Hope: A Tale of Collaboration and Renewal Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-09-07-22-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Den friska, krispiga luften drog in över Göteborgs Botaniska trädgård.En: The fresh, crisp air swept through Göteborgs Botaniska trädgård.Sv: Bladen prydde marken i olika nyanser av bärnsten och karminrött.En: Leaves adorned the ground in various shades of amber and carmine red.Sv: Det var den tid på året som Lars alltid hade älskat — hösten, med sina färger och dofter.En: It was the time of year Lars had always loved — autumn, with its colors and scents.Sv: Men i år var det annorlunda.En: But this year was different.Sv: Den tidiga frosten hade tagit hans bästa växter och lämnat honom med en obeskrivlig känsla av misslyckande.En: The early frost had claimed his best plants, leaving him with an indescribable feeling of failure.Sv: Lars gick mellan växthusen, hans panna rynkad av oro.En: Lars walked between the greenhouses, his forehead creased with worry.Sv: Han hade planerat årets Höstdagjämningsutställning långt i förväg men nu verkade allt gå emot honom.En: He had planned this year's Höstdagjämningsutställning well in advance, but now everything seemed to be against him.Sv: När han passerade det nya orangeriet såg han Sofia, en ung kurator, som också arbetade ivrigt.En: As he passed the new orangery, he saw Sofia, a young curator, who was also working diligently.Sv: Hon hade just börjat skapa sitt eget bidrag till utställningen.En: She had just started to create her own contribution to the exhibition.Sv: Sofia log när hon såg Lars.En: Sofia smiled when she saw Lars.Sv: "Hej Lars!En: "Hi Lars!Sv: Hur går det med dina arrangemang?"En: How are your arrangements coming along?"Sv: frågade hon.En: she asked.Sv: Lars ryckte på axlarna.En: Lars shrugged his shoulders.Sv: "Ärligt talat, inte så bra.En: "Honestly, not so well.Sv: Jag har inte tillräckligt med växter tack vare frosten."En: I don't have enough plants due to the frost."Sv: Det blev tyst för en stund.En: There was a moment of silence.Sv: Lars visste att Sofia hade fantastisk kunskap om växter och en kreativ förmåga.En: Lars knew that Sofia had fantastic knowledge about plants and a creative talent.Sv: Men han tvekade.En: But he hesitated.Sv: Skulle det kännas som ett misstag att fråga hennes hjälp?En: Would it feel like a mistake to ask for her help?Sv: Trots sin osäkerhet bestämde sig Lars.En: Despite his uncertainty, Lars decided.Sv: "Sofia, skulle du vilja samarbeta med mig?En: "Sofia, would you like to collaborate with me?Sv: Dina idéer är alltid inspirerande."En: Your ideas are always inspiring."Sv: Sofias ansikte lyste upp.En: Sofia's face lit up.Sv: "Det skulle jag älska!En: "I would love to!Sv: Jag har några tankar som kanske kan hjälpa oss."En: I have some ideas that might help us."Sv: Så började de arbeta tillsammans.En: So they began to work together.Sv: Lars och Sofia kombinerade sina resurser och delade sina idéer.En: Lars and Sofia combined their resources and shared their ideas.Sv: De två skapade fantasifulla arrangemang av blommor, grenar och bär.En: The two created imaginative arrangements of flowers, branches, and berries.Sv: Deras gemensamma insats förvandlade utställningen till något magiskt.En: Their joint effort turned the exhibition into something magical.Sv: När utställningen så småningom öppnade för besökare, blev det en sådan succé att trädgården aldrig förut hade sett så många besökare på en gång.En: When the exhibition eventually opened to visitors, it was such a success that the garden had never before seen so many visitors at once.Sv: Kritikerna hyllade samarbetet och utställningen blev ämnet för alla samtal i staden.En: Critics praised the collaboration, and the exhibition became the talk of the town.Sv: Lars stod bredvid Sofia och såg besökarna beundra deras arbete.En: Lars stood next to Sofia and watched the visitors admire their work.Sv: Hans hjärta var fyllt av en nyvunnen stolthet.En: His heart was filled with a newfound pride.Sv: Han hade lärt sig något viktigt – ibland behöver man inte klara allt på egen hand.En: He had learned something important — sometimes you don't have to do everything on your own.Sv: Att dela framgången kunde kännas ännu mer givande.En: Sharing success could feel even more rewarding.Sv: Höstdagjämningen markerades av ljusets och skuggarnas balans.En: The autumnal equinox was marked by the balance of light and shadows.Sv: Och nu balanserades även Lars osäkerhet med en nyvunnen tro på samarbete och vänskap.En: And now Lars's uncertainty was balanced with a newfound belief in collaboration and friendship.Sv: Han kände sig äntligen hemma bland de färgglada löven och den djupa känslan av höst.En: He finally felt at home among the colorful leaves and the deep feeling of autumn. Vocabulary Words:crisp: krispigaadorned: pryddeamber: bärnstencarmine: karminröttforehead: pannacreased: rynkadworry: oroorangery: orangerietcurator: kuratordiligently: ivrigtarrangements: arrangemangshrugged: rycktehesitated: tvekadecollaborate: samarbetalit up: lyste uppresources: resurserimaginative: fantasifullaexhibition: utställningenpraised: hylladeadmire: beundranewfound: nyvunnenautumnal: höstequinox: dagjämningbalance: balansuncertainty: osäkerhetbelief: tromagical: magisktmarked: markeradesshadows: skuggornacreative: kreativ

Summer in 2025 is here - and after one of the sunniest and driest Springs on record, we enter the long days and sultry nights with the garden looking glorious but always looking to the horizon for a little bit of rain to keep things looking green and lush. Herbaceous borders are set to maximum colour, vegetable beds seem to multiply in growth weekly and the gardeners tan is ever present. So enjoy the long summer days, take some time to appreciate time in your garden and join the Talking Heads pair as they continue to look after the spaces they are in charge of, as well as enjoying their gardens at home.With Saul taking a well deserved break after our time at Audley End for the Gardeners' World Autumn Fair, Lucy lifts the lid on her latest crush (after eating some homegrown sweetcorn and tomatoes, of course - that's a life-long love). Yes, she's entered the world of tropical plants after Saul's persistent persuasions via 278 zoom calls, of 35-minute duration. Names trip off her lips such as coleus (plectranthus), ensete, amaranth, salvia, musa, fasicularia (and dahlia, Saul....) as she conveys what she's learnt on her journey so far. LinkedIn link:Saul WalkerInstagram link:Lucy lucychamberlaingardensIntro and Outro music from https://filmmusic.io"Fireflies and Stardust" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show

Discount link for upcoming webinar Layer by Layer on Monday September 29 at 6 pm CDT.LUKE DAHLBERG BIOWith over twenty years of experience in propagating midwestern native plants, Luke Dahlberg turned his passionate backyard hobby into a career. Luke earned his degree majoring in Ornamental Horticulture and a minor in Business from the University of Wisconsin - Platteville. After working in the commercial nursery trade for several years, Luke landed his current position as Conservation Seed Program Manager at Citizens for Conservation, an organization that he started volunteering at in 2004 and became part of the organization's staff in 2018 where he continues CFC's mission of restoring and educating others about the ecosystems of the Chicago area. Collaborating with Lake County Forest Preserves, Luke was able to use their greenhouse to propagate rare native plants and learn from germination trials the best practices to use to reintroduce them into the wild in preserved plant communities. Luke loves to share what he has learned in plant propagation with others through his Instagram page, and had had opportunities to speak at the Wild Things Conference in Chicago, teach native plant propagation classes at The Morton Arboretum, and speak at a TEDx event and posts on the Grassland Restoration Network blog. In his spare time, Luke enjoys photographing birds and wildflowers and spending time with friends and his family.You can learn more from Luke by visiting his Instagram page @seedtech_luke and Citizens for Conservation at citizensforconservation.org.THE PLANTASTIC PODCASTThe Plantastic Podcast is a monthly podcast created by Dr. Jared Barnes.  He's been gardening since he was five years old and now is an award-winning professor of horticulture at Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, TX.  To say hi and find the show notes, visit theplantasticpodcast.com.You can learn more about how Dr. Jared cultivates plants, minds, and life at meristemhorticulture.com.  He also shares thoughts and cutting-edge plant research each week in his newsletter plant•ed, and you can sign up at meristemhorticulture.com/subscribe.  Until next time, #keepgrowing!

An update on the Illinois Ag Leadership Foundation Class of 2027. IHSA historian Scott Johnson on 125 moments in 125 years of the IHSA, which was founded in 1900.Pigskin Pickins' with DeLoss, Jim and Rita.  

Illinois Farm Bureau Assistant Director of State Legislation Anna McKinley discusses deer nuisance legislation that has been signed into law in Illinois.  Celebrating WSMI's 75th anniversary. Jack Weddle with the Metamora Association For Historic Preservation discusses the town's connection to the Underground Railroad. 

August 31, 2025 - 8AM WBAP by Neil Sperry

August 30, 2025 - 1PM KLIF by Neil Sperry

Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Transportation and Infrastructure discusses Illinois Harvest Permits.Mark Burns highlights Case IH's Steiger 785 Quadtrac at last week's Farm Progress Show.Illinois Valley Community College President Dr. Tracy Morris details a new ag education center at the school.   

Monthly visit with Licensed Professional Counselor Rachel Brown. Marshall Newhouse provides a CropWatcher report from Boone County. DTN ag meteorologist John Baranick talks September weather outlook. Joe Camp at Commstock Investments previews a new market week.  

Recapping the first academic year of the Illinois Farm Bureau Actively Engaged Student of the Month recognition program.

Michelle Reasor-West, Director of Horticulture for Poynter Landscape answers your gardening questions.

Countrywide speaks to Michael Healy-Rae, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine with special responsibility for Forestry, Farm Safety and Horticulture.

Deputy USDA Secrtetary Stephen Vaden and U.S. Rep. Mike Bost from the Farm Progress Show earlier this week.IHSA Friday with Sam Knox and Pigskin Pickins' with Kim, DeLoss, & Rita.  

HortWeek columnist and business consultant Neville Stein talks about his 50-year career in the industry.He discusses his path into horticulture and the "life-changing" impact of some of the articles written for for HortWeek over the years.Neville's regular features for HortWeek include:Whatever Happened To... - a series exploring the history of much-loved nurseries that are no longer in businessBusiness Planning - a long-running series of business advice articles on topics ranging from how to make the best of trade shows to succession planning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Cultivating Place, host Abra Lee dives into the world of pathways to plant professions with Jazmin Albarran, executive Director of Seed Your Future, a non-profit whose vision is a world where Everyone understands the power of plants and is aware of the promising careers in the art, science, technology, and business of horticulture. Horticulture is the art, technology, and science of plants. It is the food we eat, the landscapes we live and play in, and the environments we thrive in. It is the business of managing and utilizing what we grow while maintaining the health of our soil, air, and water, as well as the well-being of our children, communities, and the world. In short - it's all about plants! Every day, the plant world is quietly led by horticulture heroes and plant champions who make an enormous impact on our lives and the future of the planet. Through their online, in-person and year-round programs, including the Horticultural Heroes stories shared, the Immersive Learning for High School Educators, Green Career Week (coming up October 6 - 10, 2025), Seed Your Future aims to share stories, promote horticulture, and inspire more people to pursue careers working with plants. Listen in! Cultivating Place now has a donate button! We thank you for listening over the years, and we hope you'll continue to support Cultivating Place. We can't thank you enough for making it possible for this young program to grow and engage in even more conversations like these. The show is available as a podcast on SoundCloud and iTunes. To read more and for many more photos, please visit www.cultivatingplace.com.

Farm Progress Show conversations with longtime ag broadcaster Max Armstrong, Illinois Farm Bureau President Brian Duncan, and Mitch Heisler with Wyffels Hybrids. Also, an update from Ron Estes with Valent.   

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. New Zealand: 7/10 We're the 3rd safest country in the world and about to outgrow Australia. How's that for openers? Horticulture NZ: 7/10 Their plan is to double export returns within 10 years. That's the sort of attitude that turns tides. More please. Sean O'Loughlin: 8/10 My hero of the week. He took Auckland Transport to court and won. Brains - 1. Arrogance - nil. Nicola vs Tory: 6/10 Who doesn't love a bitch slap? And who doesn't think Nicola has an excellent point? Principals: 4/10 Or at least the ones who wrote to the Education Minister asking for her to stop her reforms. In that letter is so much that's wrong with education – people overseeing failure and yet not wanting change. Putin: 3/10 You forgot that, didn't you? Where is the meeting? Where is the place? Where is the date? Did Trump get stiffed? LISTEN ABOVE FOR MIKE HOSKING'S FULL WEEK IN REVIEW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richland Community College's role with Farm Progress Show.  Kent Brown with John Deere Operations Center PRO Service.  Bruce Young from Young Trucking. Kurt Maertens with BASF talks fungicides.  

A visit with new Illinois Extension Director Matthew Vann.  Local government update from Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Local Government Ryan Tate.Illinois State Climatologist Trent Ford talks Farm Progress Show weather. 

There's hope the horticulture sector will see a massive boost over the next decade. A roadmap has been unveiled to double farmgate returns by 2035. Actions aimed at increasing value include building consumer understanding, mapping domestic supply chain vulnerabilities, and establishing an online horticulture library. HortNZ Chief Executive Kate Scott says they're in a strong position to succeed. She told Mike Hosking the value of having a really broad and ambitious goal is it gives a sense of purpose to the sector. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Seven with Kevin" featuring Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities Kevin Semlow.Josh Sullivan provides a CropWatcher report from Christian County. Illinois Farm Bureau Economic and Policy Analyst Raelynn Parmely discusses trade. Joe Camp at Commstock Investments previews a new market week.  

In this episode of Hort Culture, the team is joined by Dr. Jonathan Larson, University of Kentucky Extension Entomologist, for a fascinating discussion on the complex and often surprising relationships between insects and plants. From pollinators that fuel our food supply to pests that challenge our landscapes, Dr. Larson shares insights on how these interactions shape both natural ecosystems and home gardens. The conversation dives into beneficial insects, pest management strategies, and practical tips for gardeners looking to support pollinators while protecting their plants. Whether you're curious about native bees, biological control, or just want to understand what's really happening when bugs meet blooms, this episode offers expert knowledge with plenty of real-world takeaways.Entomology at the University of KentuckyArthro-Pod PodcastFirefly FestivalQuestions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: hortculturepodcast@gmail.comCheck us out on Instagram!

Host Scott Jagow is joined by Michelle Reasor-West, Director of Horticulture for Poynter Landscape to answer your gardening questions.

Summer in 2025 is here - and after one of the sunniest and driest Springs on record, we enter the long days and sultry nights with the garden looking glorious but always looking to the horizon for a little bit of rain to keep things looking green and lush. Herbaceous borders are set to maximum colour, vegetable beds seem to multiply in growth weekly and the gardeners tan is ever present. So enjoy the long summer days, take some time to appreciate time in your garden and join the Talking Heads pair as they continue to look after the spaces they are in charge of, as well as enjoying their gardens at home.Lucy and Saul certainly have their thinking caps on for this episode, as the duo discuss the specifics of what being a Head Gardener entails. Is it solely gardening, with a team of folk that you manage, or should you also be expected to dabble in electrics, plumbing, carpentry and chauffeuring? In all honesty, we think it should be whatever you're happy to do - and talking of which, we've both been very happy in our own gardens this week. Saul has been excitedly eyeing up his ginger blooms, whilst Lucy has been cooking up a variety of home-grown meals for her family. Thanks, mum and dad, for the sweetcorn!LinkedIn link:Saul WalkerInstagram link:Lucy lucychamberlaingardensIntro and Outro music from https://filmmusic.io"Fireflies and Stardust" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show

A visit to Hunter Haven Farms in Pearl City with U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen and Illinois Farm Bureau Director of National Legislation Ryan Whitehouse.  Coverage of Half Century of Progress Show in Rantoul.Jack Jungmann from University of Illinois FarmHouse Fraternity details an antique tractor raffle with tickets available during next week's Farm Progress Show.  

August 16, 2025 - 1PM KLIF by Neil Sperry

August 17, 2025 - 8AM WBAP by Neil Sperry

An ag education update from FCAE District 2 Program Advisor Jenny Wold.  Illinois Soybean Association Director of Agronomy Abigail Peterson discusses ISA's role at next week's Farm Progress Show. Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Food Systems Development Raghela Scavuzzo recaps the numbers from the Illinois Specialty Growers Association Farm Stand at the Illinois Department of Agriculture Tent during the Illinois State Fair.  

Have you been missing this amazing and underrated mushroom? Chances are if you've ever gone out in the woods in North America, you've walked past the mushroom red-belted conk (Fomitopsis pinicola)—though you may not have noticed it. This ubiquitous, yet often-overlooked mushroom may not be well known among herbalists, but it certainly deserves to be! As this week's podcast guest, Logan Keister, describes, there are so many benefits to working with red-belted conk, from aiding digestion to reducing inflammation, and so much more.Logan also explains in detail one of his favorite ways of working with medicinal mushrooms: as a long-extracted mushroom powder, full of all the goodness of these amazing fungi. This preparation can be expensive to buy, but luckily it's really easy to make yourself! We've got a beautifully-illustrated recipe card for Logan's recipe for Mushroom Extract Powder to share with you; you can download your copy here.By the end of this episode, you'll know:► Four tips for identifying red-belted conk (and what to do to be sure the mushroom you're finding isn't a lookalike)► How the red-belted conk interacts with and benefits other species living in the forest► Six medicinal gifts of red-belted conk—and the type of person who may especially benefit from its support► How medicinal mushrooms work together with your body to help prevent and heal from cancer► Why mushrooms are best consumed cooked► and so many other reasons to make mushrooms a part of your daily diet!For those of you who don't know him, Logan Keister is a clinical herbalist, educator, medicinal herb farmer, and permaculture designer, born and raised in the coniferous forests of Noti, Oregon. He has worked with many clients with a diverse range of health concerns over the years and helped them to address their concerns using the vitalist approach to herbalism. He currently resides in Noti, Oregon where he runs his own small business, Noti Botanica, where he sells herbal remedies, offers holistic health consultations, and shares his teachings on herbalism. Logan received his training in clinical herbalism and botany at the Columbines School of Botanical Studies, the Matthew Wood Institute of Herbalism, and the School of Evolutionary Herbalism. He also has a B.S. in Horticulture and a Permaculture Design Certificate from Oregon State University.I'm thrilled to share our conversation with you today!----Get full show notes and more information at: herbswithrosaleepodcast.comFor more behind-the-scenes of this podcast, follow @rosaleedelaforet on Instagram!Working successfully with herbs requires three essential skills. Get introduced to them by taking my free herbal jumpstart course when you sign up for my newsletter.If you enjoy the Herbs with Rosalee podcast, we could use your support! Please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review and sharing the show with someone who needs to hear it!On the podcast, we explore the many ways plants heal, as food, as medicine, and through nature connection. Each week, I focus on a single seasonal plant and share trusted herbal knowledge so that you can get the best results when using herbs for your health.Learn more about Herbs with Rosalee at herbswithrosalee.com.----Rosalee is an herbalist and author of the bestselling book

Chris Lee brings over 27 years of green industry experience to his role as President and CEO of Earthworks, where he leads with hands-on know-how and a clear vision for quality, safety, and service. Born in Little Rock, Arkansas and raised in Texas and Colorado, Chris's journey in landscape began humbly—pushing a mower on his very first job. He saw early on that the green industry held unlimited potential, and he's been building on that vision ever since. Today, he leads one of the region's most trusted commercial landscape teams. Chris holds TDA Chemical Applicator and TCEQ Irrigator licenses and has earned credentials from the TCC School of Horticulture and Florida State University's Financial Planning program. His leadership approach is also shaped by his experience as a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program. Chris currently serves on the Board of Directors for the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) and is a frequent contributor to leading industry publications. Whether he's walking a job site or speaking at a conference, Chris is known for elevating standards, mentoring others, and finding smart ways to help people—and landscapes—thrive. His approach blends practical experience with forward-thinking leadership, always focused on doing what's right for clients, communities, and the teams who keep it all growing.

Illinois Farm Bureau President Brian Duncan recaps his recent conversations with legislators. An update on the Illinois Ag Leadership Foundation's Class of 2027.Learning about OSF HealthCare's new mobile pregnancy and postpartum care unit.

Host Scott Jagow is joined by Michelle Reasor-West, Director of Horticulture for Poynter Landscape to answer your gardening questions.

Summer in 2025 is here - and after one of the sunniest and driest Springs on record, we enter the long days and sultry nights with the garden looking glorious but always looking to the horizon for a little bit of rain to keep things looking green and lush. Herbaceous borders are set to maximum colour, vegetable beds seem to multiply in growth weekly and the gardeners tan is ever present. So enjoy the long summer days, take some time to appreciate time in your garden and join the Talking Heads pair as they continue to look after the spaces they are in charge of, as well as enjoying their gardens at home.How has the years warm and dry weather effected the productivity of our plots - well Lucy went to find out when she visited the Fothergills Trial Ground open day where they grow 1500 varieties of flowers, veg and fruit to show case their seed varieties. The picture is obviously mixed with some crops enjoying the temperatures while others struggling to get going, a similar picture back home at our gardens. We also look into some more 'Horticultural News' both sad and positive - including the new Adam Greathead Award for aspiring gardeners to gain valuable experience at John Massey Gardens, Ashwood Nursery and Great Dixter.Instagram link:Lucy lucychamberlaingardensLinkedIn link:Saul WalkerIntro and Outro music from https://filmmusic.io"Fireflies and Stardust" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show

Edwina Von Gal, founder and president of the Perfect Earth Project, completes her interview of Growing Greener host, Tom Christopher, exploring his path to ecological gardening, the hope he finds in the remarkable contributions of young colleagues, and the most effective ways to reach out to the broader gardening public.

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