Podcasts about Horticulture

Previewing a Rural Business Transitions Webinar Series with Michael Delany from the University of Illinois Extension and Norm Walzer from the Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs.  Monthly visit with Jenna Spychal from the Illinois Specialty Growers Association and Jonamac Orchard. Highlighting Farmer Veteran Coalition of Illinois "Farmer Veteran of the Year" Ed Dubrick from Iroquois County, who also participates in the Illinois Farm Bureau A-LOT program or Agricultural Leaders of Tomorrow. 

National Corn Growers Association chief economist Krista Swanson and American Farm Bureau Federation economist Danny Munch recap their presentation at last week's Illinois Farm Bureau Governmental Affairs Leadership Conference in Springfield. Highlighting Cambridge Middle School FFA Chapter.  Illinois State Climatologist Trent Ford discusses the Climate Prediction Center's spring weather outlook.  

We learn about historical preservation efforts in Cairo from Don Patton, founding president of The Cairo Historical Preservation Project and Quinn Adamowski of Landmarks Illinois.We hear from for Illinois FFA state officer Derek Sample, who is with the SIU-Carbondale Collegiate Farm Bureau and currently student teaching in Wayne City. Joe Camp at Commstock Investments previews a new market week.   

Michelle Reasor-West, Director of Horticulture for Poynter Landscape and Ro Kicker from Ro's Wigglers discuss soil and gardening and answer your questions. Plus, Joey Santore calls in to discuss his upcoming visit to speak in St. Louis.

First we talk with a UW Extension horticulture educator about all the ways gardening is good for you. Then we look into how and why to add a rain garden to your landscape.

Sodium, sodium, they showed from their podium!Jack, Lynne and Matt McFarland add another grain to their pile of salt with this week's Salt And Horticulture Pt. 2 on The Growing Season. With the level of ice on walking and driving surfaces all across the GTA the trio felt it prudent to discuss salt tolerant plant materials. Jack discusses an upcoming surgery.  He's a little nervous.Rising temperatures due to climate change causes our lake water to evaporate quicker, increasing the salt content in the soil.Sea Asparagus and Suaeda Maritime can live in places like Death Valley, one of the saltiest places on earth. Matt rants about boxwoods and that leads to a chat about how street trees react to an over salted growing environment. Salt Cedar leads to an episode of Strange But True. Purple Loosestrife and Hogweed join the chat. Correlations between wildfires in Los Angeles and Australia are drawn.  How can Epsom salts diffuse salt exposure. HYDRANGEA, HYDRANGEA, HYDRANGEA!  Also, SUMAC!   You know it.  Tiger Eyes Sumac is GORGEOUS. Are dandelions salt tolerant?  Beebalm, horizontal Juniper, daylily, rugosa rose and many more plants are labelled 'salt tolerant.'Tune in. Looking to book a consult for your property?  We'd love to help.  CLICK HERE.What is a TGS Tiny Garden? CLICK HERE.Subscribe to The Growing Season podcast.  CLICK HERE.

February 14, 2026 - Texas Lawn and Garden Hour by Neil Sperry

February 14, 2026 - 1PM KLIF by Neil Sperry

February 15, 2026 - 8AM WBAP by Neil Sperry

Federal and state updates with Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities Kevin Semlow. Monthly visit with Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs. IHSA Friday Friday Friday segment features Winnebago High School boys basketball coach Joe Murphy, who just picked up his 900th coaching victory.  

In this week's episode, senior reporter Neal Wallace covers severe weather impacts and sheep traceability, while AgriHQ's Alex Coddington previews strong demand and high expectations ahead of beef weaner sales. Feature guest Glenn Bewley from Woolworths discusses food security and sustainability, and Federated Farmers' Mark Hooper raises concerns about potential water taxes and infrastructure investment.News Wrap | Flood recovery and the push for sheep traceability1:40 – In this episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast, senior reporter Neal Wallace joins the show to unpack the impact of recent severe weather across New Zealand, including widespread flooding and the challenges farmers are facing on the ground. The discussion also turns to sheep traceability and what it could mean for strengthening biosecurity and accountability within the sector.AgriHQ Insight | Strong buying demand shapes weaner sales9:30 – AgriHQ analyst Alex Coddington shares his outlook for the livestock market ahead of the beef weaner sales. Strong schedules, solid buying power and a favourable growing season are setting the scene for high prices. Alex discusses what's driving market confidence – and the risks farmers should consider when making purchasing decisions in a shifting market.Feature | The realities of food security in New Zealand14:13 – Glenn Bewley, Woolworths' merchandise manager for vegetables and horticulture, joins the show to unpack the realities of food security in New Zealand. He discusses the value of strong, direct relationships with growers, the pressures created by extreme weather and urban encroachment, and why sustainability is becoming increasingly critical to the future of fresh produce supply.Feds Focus | Water tax must be ruled out24:30 – Federated Farmers is calling for amendments to the proposed resource management legislation so future governments cannot impose taxes on water. Mark Hooper says while the current government has ruled a water tax out, the legislation leaves the option on the table for those to come.The Final Word | Investment in infrastructure a priority28:57 – Climate scientists say storms like the one we experience this week are the new normal – that while we won't necessarily get more storms, those we do get will be more intense. But are we tackling this challenge with the investment, ambition and actions that will sustain our rural communities?

Leading up to National FFA Week, an update from the Executive Director of Illinois Association FFA Mindy Bunselmeyer. Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Food Systems Development Raghela Scavuzzo recaps last month's Everything Local Conference.  Raelynn Parmely, IFB Economic and Policy Analyst breaks down the latest USDA Farm Income Forecast.  

Paul Greenyer, Gareth Wilson and Craig Nester are high flyers in the world of landscape design and contracting. Greenyer is director of Paul Greenyer Consultancy and carries out design and build landscape work as well as being an RICS-accredited expert witness and mediator.Wilson is an independent expert witness, hard landscaping expert and garden consultant and is known for his Chelsea gardens.And Nester is a design and build specialist with his firm Habitat Landscapes.While their routes into the industry are different, they share a hurdle over which they have all had to jump - having ADHD (attention deficit/ hyperactivity disorder).In the discussion with Rachael Forsyth, the three offer disarmingly frank accounts of the ways ADHD has affected their lives and the people the love, live with and work with.They explain some "symptoms" of the condition and share some of the strategies they have employed and evolved that have helped them first "cope" and ultimately "thrive" and excel in their chosen professions.Podcast producer: HortWeek digital content manager, Christina TaylorPodcast presenter: HortWeek senior reporter, Rachael ForsythMake sure you never miss a HortWeek podcast! Subscribe to or Follow HortWeek podcasts via Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your preferred podcast platform. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Glenn Bewley, Woolworths' merchandise manager for vegetables and horticulture, joins the show to unpack the realities of food security in New Zealand. He discusses the value of strong, direct relationships with growers, the pressures created by extreme weather and urban encroachment, and why sustainability is becoming increasingly critical to the future of fresh produce supply.

Grower Paul Paynter says an inability to import some plant materials is hindering the industry. He says blackcurrents, quince and pears have no health import standards - meaning they cannot be brought in at all.

Coverage of the Illinois Farm Bureau Governmental Affairs Leadership Conference. Conversations include Illinois Farm Bureau Bureau President Philip Nelson, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin, and former New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu. Courtney Sandidge from Mason County details her participation in the Illinois Farm Bureau Agricultural Leaders of Tomorrow (ALOT) program. Breese Mater Dei Catholic FFA members Angeleen Wesselmann and Lyla Koch share their Illinois Farm Bureau Governmental Affairs Leadership experience. 

In this episode of “The Business of Blueberries,” Kasey Cronquist, president of the U.S. Highbush Council (USHBC) and the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is joined by Lisa Wasko DeVetter, Ph.D., a professor of small fruit horticulture in the Department of Horticulture within the College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences. Her work focuses on applied research and extension related to small fruit production systems, with an emphasis on improving fruit quality, production efficiency and sustainability for crops such as blueberries. DeVetter reflects on the recent flooding of the Northwest, its impact on blueberry producers and the evidence-based recommendations she can make to producers if another flooding event is experienced. “Fortunately, there was enough time that elapsed between the 2021 flooding and this flood event so some of those fields that were impacted, they were either replanted because the damage was so severe or the planting was young and the grower took advantage of the opportunity just to start over with variety replacement or the field was managed and rejuvenated in such a way that it recovered. So, by the time it had this second flooding event, you know, we're not expecting kind of a double-whammy effect, if you will, from subsequent floodings from relatively close periods of time together.” – Lisa Wasko DeVetter, Ph.D. Topics covered include: An introduction to Devetter and her work. An exploration of the factors that influenced recommendations for producers that were impacted by these two major flooding events.Crop ReportThe Blueberry Crop Report is an update on crop conditions and markets throughout important blueberry growing areas. Today you'll hear from Brittany Lee in Florida, Ross Phillips in Georgia, Luis Vegas in Peru, Andres Armstrong in Chile, Mario Ramirez in Mexico, T.J. Hafner in Oregon, Alan Schreiber in Washington and Sunny Brar in British Columbia. This was recorded on February 12, 2026.

Independent filmmaker Christina Shaver discusses two projects in Aledo. One involves the film "Everything Fun You Could Possibly Do in Aledo, Illinois" and the other involves a documentary film on late Aledo artist Gertrude Abercrombie.  Bill Graff, State Executive Director USDA-FSA and Shelley Sweatman, Illinois Conservation Division Chief USDA-FSA, talk CRP sign-up.  DTN ag meteorologist John Baranick discusses the possibility for severe weather on Thursday.  

In this episode of Hort Culture, the team shares what's on their 2026 horticultural “vision boards.” From big-picture garden goals to deeply personal reflections, the conversation explores how visualization can shape both landscapes and mindsets.Brett is leaning into maintenance mode—with a literal pile of mulch topping his list—focusing on soil health, polish, and finally taking time to enjoy the garden he's built. Alexis shares her vision of creating lush, plant-filled living spaces that blur the line between indoors and out, while also embracing the idea that gardens (and growers) don't have to be perfect to be good. Ray talks about redesigning his home garden for better proximity and enjoyment, bringing beauty closer to the back door and creating a cozy, lived-in outdoor nook.Along the way, the crew dives into design, decision-making, perfectionism, visualization tools, and the importance of making space to simply sit and enjoy what you grow.Whether you're planning big changes or just spreading mulch, this episode will inspire you to think intentionally about your own horticultural year ahead.

Winter is here in the UK, so while Saul and Lucy hunker down, don layers and fire up the kettle more frequently than usual, what do their minds turn to in the garden? This is the perfect season for clearance of 2025 growth, for establishing new designs and for de-cluttering stores and greenhouses. Any hours that you can put into the garden now, will reward you hugely come spring and summer, when the jobs mount up. Quick - more tea and biscuits!Well well well - the weather has...…not improved! On what feels like one of the wettest years in recent memory Gardening (and all outdoor pursuits) has been a bit of a long slog. But the Talking Heads pair try to console each other with those gardening tasks they can get on with (or at least Saul is feeling smug about being in an office - little does he know Spring is on the horizon). So Wineberries, Pruning, Houseplants and jobs out of the rain are the order of the moment. Also as this comes out on Valentines Day, love is in the air for our rarer plants as Plant Heritage Launch the Wishlist, a matchmaking service for those who are looking for the lost and unloved. Instagram link:Lucy lucychamberlaingardensSaul plantsmansaulIntro 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

"Seven with Kevin" featuring Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities Kevin Semlow.Monthly update from Jennifer Tirey with the Illinois Pork Producers Association.IHSA Friday Friday Friday segment features Normal U-High speech coach Brian Rohman, who will join the IHSA as an Assistant Executive Director in July. 

Monthly visit with Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello.  Illinois Farm Bureau Environmental Program Manager Bena Pegg recaps her presentation at the Illinois Farm Bueau Young Leader Conference last weekend.Jeff Behme, a farmer from Carlinville, details his participation in the 2025 Asgrow Brand National Yield Contest.

State Ag Pest Survey Coordinator Kelly Estes talks summer interns and trapping cooperators. Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Transportation and Infrastructure Rodney Knittel discusses non-domiciled CDLs. University of Illinois Extension horticulture educator Ken Johnson details seed starting. 

An update from the Illinois Ag Leadership Foundation Class of 2027.Coverage of the Western Illinois University Ag Mech Club's Farm Expo with WIU Ag Mech Club President Owen Bull and McDonough County Farm Bureau President Colby Hunt.Meteorologist Paul Otto with Freese-Notis Weather talks February rain forecast for southern Illinois.  

February 7, 2026 - 1PM KLIF by Neil Sperry

February 8, 2026 - 8AM WBAP by Neil Sperry

February 7, 2026 - Texas Lawn and Garden Hour by Neil Sperry

Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leader Chair Garrett Williams from the Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leader Conference in East Peoria over the weekend.Mid-West Truckers Association's Don Schaefer from the Mid-West Truck & Trailer Show in Peoria.  Illinois Farm Bureau Actively Engaged Student of the Month for February, Trent Stiers from Williamsfield High School in Knox County.Joe Camp at Commstock Investments previews a new market week.  

This episode of Hort Culture wanders (joyfully) from overflowing lemon trees and dragon fruit mishaps to the pop-culture moments that quietly shaped our love of plants. The crew swaps stories about greenhouses, houseplants, and being accidental victims of horticultural success, then dives into how movies, books, and cartoons—from FernGully to The Secret Garden—sparked lifelong connections to the natural world. It's a laid-back, nostalgic conversation about growing plants, growing up, and how plants have always been part of the story.Questions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: hortculturepodcast@gmail.comCheck us out on Instagram!

Michelle Reasor-West, Director of Horticulture for Poynter Landscape is joined by Daria McKelvey, Kemper Center for Home Gardening at the Missouri Botanical Garden answering your questions.

Subscribe to my curated weekly newsletter plant•ed: meristemhorticulture.com/subscribe.DR. ALLAN ARMITAGE'S BIODr. Allan M. Armitage is an Emeritus Professor of Horticulture at the University of Georgia, where he served as a faculty member until his retirement in 2014. Internationally recognized as a writer, speaker, educator, and researcher, he is one of the most influential voices in modern horticulture.Dr. Armitage has authored more than 70 academic research papers, over 500 industry articles, and 17 books that serve as foundational texts, professional references, and trusted companions for gardeners worldwide. His landmark reference Herbaceous Perennial Plants was named one of the best horticulture books of the past 75 years by the American Horticultural Society and is now in its fourth edition. His research focused on new crop introduction and evaluation and environmental physiology.He founded and led the highly respected University of Georgia Trial Gardens, a premier testing ground for heat- and humidity-tolerant plants where he released more than 20 plants to the gardening industry, including the iconic Verbena ‘Homestead Purple' and ‘Margarita' ornamental sweet potato.Dr. Armitage has received nearly every major honor in American horticulture, including the Liberty Hyde Bailey Award (American Horticultural Society) – highest lifetime honor and the Scott Medal and Award, another of the most prestigious honors in ornamental horticulture. Dr. Armitage remains an in-demand lecturer throughout North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and South America, and continues to write, teach, and advocate for practical, joyful gardening.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!

Winter is here in the UK, so while Saul and Lucy hunker down, don layers and fire up the kettle more frequently than usual, what do their minds turn to in the garden? This is the perfect season for clearance of 2025 growth, for establishing new designs and for de-cluttering stores and greenhouses. Any hours that you can put into the garden now, will reward you hugely come spring and summer, when the jobs mount up. Quick - more tea and biscuits!Well - it's still raining! So while Saul feels sure that he's made the right decision and re-located to an office, Lucy throws herself into wet wintry showers by choosing jobs to keep her warm. This week, a day full of composting is on her list, as she discovers the joy of the full composting cycle. A listener also asks the podcasting team for their views on encouraging birds into the garden during winter. Ponds, berries, diverse plantings - and compost heaps - all feature in the reply.Instagram link:Lucy lucychamberlaingardensSaul plantsmansaulIntro 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

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! FBI offers reward for information about gunman charged in slayings of five men in Chinatown in 1991Guest: Emily Sweeney – Boston Globe Cold Case Files Reporter The Price is Right Live™, an interactive stage show coming to the Chevalier Theatre in Medford on May 8th. “Come on Down” and be a part of this family-friendly stage show!Guest: Todd Newton – Game Show Host, Author & Entertainment Reporter The Patriots playing in the Super Bowl this weekend against the Seattle Seahawks. Chad Finn live from San Francisco will discuss!Guest: Chad Finn – Boston Globe Sports Reporter Zoo New England is giving New Englanders a reason to brave the cold with the return of Orchid Adventure at Franklin Park Zoo – a warm, tropical experience that feels like a mini vacation without ever leaving Boston!Guest: Josh Meyer - Zoo New England Curator of Horticulture & Sustainability See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs & Commodities Kevin Semlow with state & federal updates.Tom Super with the National Chicken Council provides the Chicken Wing Report leading up to Super Bowl Sunday.Final day of gubernatorial candidate coverage. Today's topic is wetlands.  IHSA Friday Friday Friday segment features Nashville High School girls basketball coach Dempsey Witte, who's been named an NFHS (National Federation of State High School Associations) Coach of the Year.   

Apprenticeship Week for 2026 starts 9 February so HortWeek has brought together two specialists in horticultural apprenticeships to explain how they work, the various options available and the vast array of benefits for employers and employees alike.Speaking to Rachael Forsyth in this episode are:Christa McDermot from BCA (Berkshire College of Agriculture) runs a range of land-based courses including horticulture.Helena Bassop from Euphorbia gardens and vice chair of the Chartered Institute of Horticulture Education and has a background as a lecturer, course manager and is an apprenticeship endpoint assessor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we speak to Melissa Simpson, Head of Horticulture for The King's Foundation, His Majesty's nature and sustainability charity. She reveals how they implement His Majesty's Harmony philosophy at his gardens at Highgrove, Dumfries House and the Castle of Mey. Melissa shares how his ideals inform how the gardens and wildlife are managed, and how it impacts the people who work at and visit the gardens. Plus, she shares clever organic tricks we can all adopt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

February 1, 2026 - 8AM WBAP by Neil Sperry

January 31, 2026 - 1PM KLIF by Neil Sperry

January 31, 2026 - Texas Lawn and Garden Hour by Neil Sperry

Alexa Groff with National 4-H and Iowa 4-H discusses a 4-H artificial intelligence curriculum.  Coverage all this week of Republican gubernatorial candidates running in the March 17 primary. Today, the candidates talk energy.Chris Wills with the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum highlights two free admission days in honor of Lincoln's birthday.  Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza promoted identity theft awareness.  

Randa Watts and Andrew Rehn with Prairie Rivers Network highlight their collaboration with the University of Illinois Extension on hosting three webinars on topics related to data centers. Coverage all this week of Republican gubernatorial candidates running in the March 17 primary. Today, the candidates talk biofuels. Also, monthly updates from IL Corn and Illinois Farm Bureau Director of Commodity Programs and Food Systems Tasha Bunting.  

Licensed professional counselor Rachel Brown previews her presentation to the Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leader Conference and also offers her February challenge.Kacie Athey with the University of Illinois Extension discusses her research work involving insect pressures with peaches and pumpkins. Coverage all this week of Republican gubernatorial candidates running in the March 17 primary. Today, the candidates talk estate taxes. Janie Maxwell promotes the Illinois Farmers Market Association. DTN ag meteorologist John Baranick provides February weather outlook.   

Previewing the Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leader Conference with keynote speak Lance Weaver with Legacy Farmer. Coverage all this week of Republican gubernatorial candidates running in the March 17 primary. Today, the candidates provide intros and opening remarks. Strategic Nonprofit Leader Sharon Dodd highlights "Illinois Farm to Food Bank Capacity-Building Grant".Joe Camp at Commstock Investments previews a new market week.  

Michelle Reasor-West, Director of Horticulture for Poynter Landscape is joined by Dean Gunderson, Chief Programs Officer and Megan Moncure, Director of Engagement both of Seed St. Louis to answer all of your questions.

Winter is here in the UK, so while Saul and Lucy hunker down, don layers and fire up the kettle more frequently than usual, what do their minds turn to in the garden? This is the perfect season for clearance of 2025 growth, for establishing new designs and for de-cluttering stores and greenhouses. Any hours that you can put into the garden now, will reward you hugely come spring and summer, when the jobs mount up. Quick - more tea and biscuits!Rain, rain go away.....it's been a thoroughly wet time to be in the UK, especially in the Westcountry where Saul has been tying down his Bananas to stop them floating away. So Gardening has been a consistent duck under cover ever half hour, or fetching the rods from the cobwebs at the back of the garage to unblock some culvert or twenty! That hasn't stopped Lucy though who has been decorating her dog, Lily, with saw dust and Saul who finally emerged from the Office, ate a Banana and transformed into 'Dr Orchid' for the RHS Rosemoor Houseplant Weekend.Instagram link:Saul plantsmansaulLucy 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

Plant poaching is a multi-billion dollar industry worldwide and it doesn't get the attention it deserves. While the act of poaching plants from the wild ravages species and ecosystems alike, what happens to plants after the poachers have been caught? That is exactly what we are talking about in this episode. Director of Horticulture for the San Diego Zoo Safari Park Raj Brown joins us to explore how they ensure that poached cycads, cacti, and other succulents can continue to contribute to plant conservation and education efforts. This episode was produced in part by Neil, Matthew, April, Dana, Lilith, Sanza, Eva, Yellowroot, Wisewren, Nadia, Heidi, Blake, Josh, Laure, R.J., Carly, Lucia, Dana, Sarah, Lauren, Strych Mind, Linda, Sylvan, Austin, Sarah, Ethan, Elle, Steve, Cassie, Chuck, Aaron, Gillian, Abi, Rich, Shad, Maddie, Owen, Linda, Alana, Sigma, Max, Richard, Maia, Rens, David, Robert, Thomas, Valerie, Joan, Mohsin Kazmi Photography, Cathy, Simon, Nick, Paul, Charis, EJ, Laura, Sung, NOK, Stephen, Heidi, Kristin, Luke, Sea, Shannon, Thomas, Will, Jamie, Waverly, Brent, Tanner, Rick, Kazys, Dorothy, Katherine, Emily, Theo, Nichole, Paul, Karen, Randi, Caelan, Tom, Don, Susan, Corbin, Keena, Robin, Peter, Whitney, Kenned, Margaret, Daniel, Karen, David, Earl, Jocelyn, Gary, Krysta, Elizabeth, Southern California Carnivorous Plant Enthusiasts, Pattypollinators, Peter, Judson, Ella, Alex, Dan, Pamela, Peter, Andrea, Nathan, Karyn, Michelle, Jillian, Chellie, Linda, Laura, Miz Holly, Christie, Carlos, Paleo Fern, Levi, Sylvia, Lanny, Ben, Lily, Craig, Sarah, Lor, Monika, Brandon, Jeremy, Suzanne, Kristina, Christine, Silas, Michael, Aristia, Felicidad, Lauren, Danielle, Allie, Jeffrey, Amanda, Tommy, Marcel, C Leigh, Karma, Shelby, Christopher, Alvin, Arek, Chellie, Dani, Paul, Dani, Tara, Elly, Colleen, Natalie, Nathan, Ario, Laura, Cari, Margaret, Mary, Connor, Nathan, Jan, Jerome, Brian, Azomonas, Ellie, University Greens, Joseph, Melody, Patricia, Matthew, Garrett, John, Ashley, Cathrine, Melvin, OrangeJulian, Porter, Jules, Griff, Joan, Megan, Marabeth, Les, Ali, Southside Plants, Keiko, Robert, Bryce, Wilma, Amanda, Helen, Mikey, Michelle, German, Joerg, Cathy, Tate, Steve, Kae, Carole, Mr. Keith Santner, Lynn, Aaron, Sara, Kenned, Brett, Jocelyn, Ethan, Sheryl, Runaway Goldfish, Ryan, Chris, Alana, Rachel, Joanna, Lori, Paul, Griff, Matthew, Bobby, Vaibhav, Steven, Joseph, Brandon, Liam, Hall, Jared, Brandon, Christina, Carly, Kazys, Stephen, Katherine, Manny, doeg, Daniel, Tim, Philip, Tim, Lisa, Brodie, Bendix, Irene, holly, Sara, and Margie.

In this episode of Hort Culture, join us as we talk about winter programming and why the “off-season” is actually the busiest time of year for Extension horticulture. We explore how county agents plan classes, from popular homeowner topics like tomatoes, strawberries, microgreens, and apple grafting to hands-on library programs and commercial grower support. This episode highlights the value of local Extension offices, free or low-cost educational opportunities, and how community input helps shape programs that meet real needs.Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service County OfficesNational Institute of Food and AgricultureQuestions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: hortculturepodcast@gmail.comCheck us out on Instagram!

Michelle Reasor-West, Director of Horticulture for Poynter Landscape is joined by Dan Zarlenga from the Missouri Department of Conservation to talk about birds and gardening.

Winter is here in the UK, so while Saul and Lucy hunker down, don layers and fire up the kettle more frequently than usual, what do their minds turn to in the garden? This is the perfect season for clearance of 2025 growth, for establishing new designs and for de-cluttering stores and greenhouses. Any hours that you can put into the garden now, will reward you hugely come spring and summer, when the jobs mount up. Quick - more tea and biscuits!With Saul having indoor mouse problems (three of them!) and Lucy admitting her addiction to homogenous gravel, the duo reveal what really presses a professional gardener's buttons during winter. Thankfully, rose pruning season is also in earnest so Lucy is getting her horticultural fix. Saul has been pressing new buttons, too (see his instagram link, below) and discovering that in social media world, January is the new February for seed sowing. Is this wise, or should seed packets remain closed a little longer? Listen in to find out their thoughts...Instagram link:Saul plantsmansaulLucy 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