Podcasts about Horticulture

Justin Martin is the CEO of Granite Hills Group, a rapidly growing commercial landscape platform serving the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. Since joining Granite Hills in 2020, he has helped lead the business from $10 million in revenue to nearly $70 million through strong organic growth, strategic acquisitions, and a relentless focus on people and culture.  Justin works closely with the company's leadership team to shape strategy, strengthen operations, develop leaders, and build a business designed to last.  He believes success—both personally and professionally—is ultimately measured by impact: the impact we make on our families, our team members, our customers, and the communities we serve. Justin's career in the green industry began in high school at a garden center in Raleigh, North Carolina.  After starting his professional career in management training and sales with Cintas, he returned to the landscape industry and spent nearly a decade with one of the country's largest commercial landscape companies, growing from account manager to vice president.  Along the way, he learned from leaders who challenged him to level up and from experiences that reinforced how he wanted others to feel when working alongside him—lessons that continue to shape how he leads and develops people today.  He is passionate about building great teams, developing leaders, and challenging the status quo of what a commercial landscape company can be.  Justin lives in Fort Mill, South Carolina, with his wife, Michelle, and their two sons, Will and Zach.  Outside of work, he enjoys trail running, mountain biking, hiking, traveling, and exploring new places with his family.   Derek Stutts is the General Manager for Granite Hills' Raleigh-Durham market, where he leads a team of experienced professionals and a frontline workforce of more than 70 employees. His passion for the green industry began at just 16 years old, working on the grounds crew of a private country club in North Durham. Originally planning to become a golf course superintendent, Derek attended North Carolina State University, studying Turfgrass Management, Horticulture, and Agricultural Business. After graduation, his career took him into the commercial landscape industry, where he advanced from crew leader into management with a national landscape company. He later helped build a landscape maintenance division for a local contractor before returning to a larger national provider in a leadership role. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Derek eventually launched his own company, GroundWorks, growing the business from a single truck and one employee—himself—to approximately $1.5 million in annual revenue within just a few years. When the opportunity arose to become part of Granite Hills as an originating platform company, he made the decision to join the organization and help build its future. Today, Derek is passionate about developing people, building strong teams, and delivering exceptional service to clients across the Triangle. He and his family live on old farmland in Hillsborough, North Carolina, where his appreciation for the land extends beyond his career. Away from work, you'll most likely find him spending time with his wife and three children, relaxing anywhere near the water, or behind a drum set playing with his band or serving on various worship teams.

Highlighting October Pork Month with Jackie Burgener, Director of Community Relations and Content Development for the Illinois Pork Producers Association.Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Local Government Ryan Tate promotes IFB's rural development grant program.  Student Kelsey Olson previews an open house this weekend at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. 

We can learn about horticulture from slides in a classroom, sure. But everything changes when the classroom is perhaps Rome, or the lab is a botanic garden in Scotland, and the homework might be noticing what's growing on the hills and valleys outside the bus window. In this episode, our co-host, Curt Rom, talks with Co-Host Samson Humphrey about the value of studying abroad and how it can make the world feel bigger and smaller at the same time - something that Curt has learned not only from personal experience starting in his undergrad years and onward, but also by leading annual study abroad programs at his university. Hear how Curt builds his study abroad trips from the ground up: setting learning objectives, choosing sites, holding regular pre-departure prep sessions, pacing days so students can absorb what they see, and balancing “great gardens” with real production horticulture. In addition, Curt talks about some of the human sides of study abroad: the day-three slump, the culture shock that turns into self-awareness, and more. In the end, you will hear a practical case for why studying abroad grows better observers, better collaborators, and more confident young professionals.If you've ever wanted to study abroad, build international connections, or just understand how horticulture looks beyond your home region, this conversation is your roadmap. Send us Fan MailLearn more about the American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS) at  https://ashs.org/.HortTechnology, HortScience and the Journal of the American Society for Horticultural Science are all open-access and peer-reviewed journals, published by the American Society of Horticultural Science (ASHS). Find them at journals.ashs.org.Consider becoming an ASHS member at https://ashs.org/page/Becomeamember!You can also find the official webpage for Plants, People, Science at ashs.org/plantspeoplesciencepodcast, and we encourage you to send us feedback or suggestions at https://ashs.org/webinarpodcastsuggestion. Podcast transcripts are available at https://plantspeoplescience.buzzsprout.com.On LinkedIn find Sam Humphrey at linkedin.com/in/samson-humphrey. Curt Rom is at https://www.linkedin.com/in/curt-rom-611085134/. Lena Wilson is at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lena-wilson-2531a5141/.Thank you for listening!...

Introducing the new Executive Director of the Illinois Nutrient Research and Education Council Corey Lacey.Mike Wilson with Wabash Valley Service Company details an 11 year effort to deliver meals to farmers during harvest season.  Meteorologist Paul Otto with Freese-Notis Weather talks heavy rain and severe storm potential this week.  

September 26, 2026 - 1PM KLIF by Neil Sperry

September 27, 2026 - 8AM WBAP by Neil Sperry

Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Sameer Vohra discusses immunization guidance heading into flu season.  Shawn Schukar, President of Ameren Transmission, talks harvest safety involving both overhead and underground power lines.  Joe Camp at CommStock Investments previews a new market week.   

Dans son dernier film documentaire, Anne-Frédérique Widmann suit le parcours en Suisse de Shewit Tekie, une jeune Érythréenne qui a fui son pays à l'âge de 13 ans pour rejoindre le nôtre. La jeune mineure doit alors trouver sa voie tout en surmontant les épreuves de la migration. Elle apprend le métier d'horticultrice, une marche vers l'émancipation.

We've got all the usual gardening tasks, we answer some more of your questions and talk to Tim Upson, Director of Gardens and Horticulture at the Royal Horticultural Society. We're also talking about ads on the podcast. RHS Director of Gardens & Horticulture, Pelargonium Questions, Summer Container Management & Mint Job! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michelle Reeser West, Director of Horticulture for Pointer Landscape is joined by Marsha Gebhardt, President of the Wild Ones St. Louis chapter and board member Sue Leahy to answer your gardening questions. Glenn Kraemer calls in to talk about grass.

Ah Autumn Bliss. Its been a long old summer of heat and drought - and though that may be great for those of us visiting the beach, our gardens (especially in the south) have taken a hammering. Gardening hasn't been much fun either. So its nice to get to the cooler and moister end of the year and enjoy the 'mellow fruitfulness' that will surround us for a few months. And as gardens we prepare for the winter, its a lovely time of year just to take a stroll into the garden, cup of tea in hand and revel in the the changing angle of the sun and the light that just makes the garden seem so magical at this time of year. But as a dedicated gardener don't spend to long dawdling - there still plenty of work to be done in the garden and time waits for no person!Finally Lucy and Saul are in the same room, if not in the correct counties to snatch a bit of time together to catch up and resume the #HortiWaffle. Saul has still be on his travels catching up on Hedychium trials, Plant Heritage work and enjoying the countryside of the British Isles from various train windows. Lucy has been enjoying a little more of the normal 'local' work with plenty of Autumn mulch to prepare and Chocolate Custard Creams to consume - isn't it nice to have a little normality back!Instagram links: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

Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities Kevin Semlow provides state and federal updates in his "Seven with Kevin" segment.  State FSA Director Bill Graff and Joan Hammann, Chief Program Specialist, discuss ARC and PLC adjustments.  IHSA Friday Friday Friday features Heyworth High School head football coach Scott Godfrey plus Pigskin Pickins' with Jim, DeLoss and Rita.  

USDA Rural Development State Director Jesus Ortega details several projects and programs. Learning about the latest in grain monitoring and grain management technology from Adam Weiss, CEO at OPI.  Jennifer Randolph-Bollinger, Natural Resources Coordinator for Giant City State Park in Jackson County highlights the park's 100th anniversary coming up in 2027.  

Send us a text and chime in!Yavapai College hosts its second annual Horticulture Symposium at its Verde Valley campus in Clarkdale on Wed. Oct. 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Building M, room 137. Attendees will have the opportunity to listen to expert speakers, observe hands-on live demonstrations, and more. Whether you're an experienced gardener or simply excited to learn and grow, enjoy a full day of inspiration, practical learning, connection, and discovery, with lunch included. The symposium's speakers are as follows: John Taylor, Founder / Educator Terra BIRDS. Topic: Cultivating the World We Want to Live In - Playing with Rain & Soil...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/yavapai-college-hosts-2026-horticulture-symposium/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Ecological gardeners and restorationists have long relied on seed collected from wild populations to supply the need for locally adapted, genetically diverse planting material.  As the enthusiasm for native plants has exploded, though, this practice has begun to threaten the continued vitality of those wild populations.  In this episode of Growing Greener, Uli Lorimer, Director of Horticulture at the Native Plant Trust describes Restoration Accelerator, that organization's initiative to coordinate a new and sustainable supply chain. 

Throughout 2026, host Bill Calkins has been catching up with different people in the professional horticulture space and find out a little bit about their careers, passions, journeys in the world of plants and much more. He sent each potential guest a list of 12 questions and they picked four to answer and discuss. This episode, Bill is joined by one of his mentors, Sid Raisch—the Swiss Army knife of horticulture consultants! Sid is one of the most thoughtful and wise people in or industry and throughout the episode, the depth of his passion for coaching green industry businesses becomes more and more evident, as does his principled approach to continuous improvement. One theme that weaves through this episode is the importance of letting people grow—and how this approach by owners and managers not only sets their operation up for success but also helps them avoid burnout and get the most from their team. Be sure to stick around all the way to the end because the wisdom just keep coming! And keep an eye out for a future Part 2 to this episode. Bill and Sid definitely have more to discuss. Here are the four questions Sid selected: Q: What was your first exposure to “horticulture” and how did you feel, react, respond?   Q: What's something about professional horticulture that annoys you and how would you change it?   Q: What advice would you give to a young person considering pursuit of a career in horticulture? Q: What advice would you give to an industry veteran currently dealing with “burnout”?   This episode is sponsored by NurseryGuide.com. Whether you're sourcing for a garden center, landscape project, nursery or growing operation, NurseryGuide.com puts one of the industry's most trusted sourcing resources right at your fingertips. NurseryGuide.com—powered by the Oregon Association of Nurseries.

Illinois Farm Bureau President Philip Nelson talks a myriad of issues in his regular visit, including diesel and fertilizer prices.  Scott Loyd, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Oral History Manager, highlights the People of Faith collection.   Scott Heiberger, Communications Manager at National Farm Medicine Center, promotes National Farm Safety and Health Month.  

September 12, 2026 - 1PM KLIF by Neil Sperry

September 20, 2026 - 8AM WBAP by Neil Sperry

September 19, 2026 - 1PM KLIF by Neil Sperry

September 13, 2026 - 8AM WBAP by Neil Sperry

September 12, 2026 - Texas Lawn and Garden Hour by Neil Sperry

Illinois Corn Marketing Board update from VP Terry Smith of Adams County. "Tomorrow's Leaders Today" segment features University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Collegiate Farm Bureau Chapter and members Alexis Nall, Kayley Gerlach, Aubrey Wall and Avery Pope.Illinois State Climatologist Trent Ford reviews September weather data and talks October and November outlooks.  

What if culinary school let you learn in a real restaurant—with real guests, real service, and real feedback? In this special Restaurant Hoppen segment from Hurrdat and Yelp's Omaha food event at the Kiewit Luminarium, Dan Hoppen sits down with Emma Oblender, outreach specialist and outreach chef for Metro Community College's Culinary Arts & Horticulture programs, to explore how Metro is preparing the next generation of chefs and hospitality professionals. At the center of Metro's culinary program is Sage Student Bistro, a public-facing restaurant where students experience both front-of-house and back-of-house operations while serving real guests. Emma explains why that hands-on environment gives students something a traditional classroom simply can't: the opportunity to learn from real service, real feedback and real-world mistakes. Metro has also revamped its culinary program around cohort learning, cross-training, and internship and job-site opportunities that connect students directly with Omaha's restaurant community. And you don't even have to be pursuing a culinary career to get involved. Metro offers community education classes covering everything from sushi and knife skills to bread and macarons. Whether you're an aspiring chef, a longtime food lover, or just curious about how Omaha's culinary talent is being developed, this is a fascinating look inside one of the region's most hands-on culinary programs.

Hello friends,After a 4.5 year break (!), the ecotherapy podcast returns with a slow and quiet walk through a pretty woodland in the Scottish Borders. I offer opportunities to connect with the sound of the woods and ponder the miracles of nature. I also encounter some tasty blackberries and share some ponderings around the bountiful summer-autumn cusp.I hope you enjoy the return of the ecotherapy podcast, friends!Smiles,Stephen

Talking college town affordability with Western Illinois University Vice President of Student Success Justin Schuch.Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Food Systems Development recaps the volume at the Illinois Specialty Growers Association Farm Stand during the 2026 Illinois State Fair.  Joe Camp at CommStock Investments previews a new market week.  

Summer is here - 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 gardener's 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 their planty spaces, as well as enjoying their gardens at home.Saul returns to the Talking Heads Podcast after a small sabbatical travelling up and down the M4, M5 and A303 taking in the many landscapes of Southern Britain while visiting many a garden, plant paradise and the occasion flower show. His gardening life is a busy one especially this year, but the fact that he gets to see so many wonderful floral delights plus meet the gardeners and growers behind them makes the every increasing fuel bill bearable!Instagram links: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

I tell a story about my inability to change before chatting with a guy who's obsessed with changing everything! Dr Shane Simonsen of Recombination Nation is a biochemist, research scientist and experimental farmer who is shaking up agriculture-as-usual by breeding plants that require ZERO INPUTS. No fertiliser, no pest protection, no weeding, no watering! We talk about how to run your own kinky plant breeding experiments at home, as well as:Why humans still have 50 million years left on the planetShane's POV on GMOLow tech gene transfer you can do today!Are we addicted to working harder not smarter?Moving towards irrigation-free gardeningYet another neurodivergent superpowerBeing a plant snobCities versus country towns during collapseSurvival foods for the futureHow & why to take on projects that will outlive youCROSSING BRUSH TURKEYS & ASTRALORPS?ImpermacultureBlessings on the internetSOLID real estate advice Where to buy crazy seeds

Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities Kevin Semlow talks Senate Ag Committee Farm Bill vote in his "Seven with Kevin" segment. Monthly visit with American Farmland Trust.IHSA Friday Friday Friday features Wilmington High School head football coach Jeff Reents plus Pigskin Pickins' with Jim, Rita & DeLoss.  

Tom Brown didn't grow up farming. After studying anthropology and horticulture at Kansas State, he spent roughly 15 years living and working in Pakistan and Afghanistan, where he gained experience in agribusiness development, seed production, horticulture, and helping farmers improve their operations. When he eventually returned to the United States, the desire to build a farm of his own was still there.Instead of starting with what he wanted to grow, Tom started by asking potential customers what they wanted to buy. The answer was fresh, pick-your-own peaches. He intentionally searched within a 30-minute drive of Wichita and purchased 80 acres in 2010 for $225,000.00. Today, Meadowlark includes roughly 18 acres of peaches, 17–18 acres of apples, two acres of strawberries, two acres of pumpkins, and a hard cider business. Tom explains how agritourism changes the way a farmer thinks about everything from orchard layout and parking to crop selection and customer experience. Feedback from families helped drive Meadowlark's expansion into apples, while fallen fruit that could have become waste created an additional opportunity through hard cider. The result is a business built around multiple revenue streams rather than production alone. The conversation also gets into the numbers. Tom uses Ambrook to help track the finances of a complicated operation with multiple enterprises and direct costs. As the orchard approaches its physical production limits, he sees future growth coming primarily from cider sales and on-farm experiences, which he believes could significantly increase gross revenue over the next five years. His biggest lesson applies well beyond specialty crops: farming changes slowly, mistakes are expensive, and “every lesson takes a year.” Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

University of Illinois Professor of Soil Science Andrew Margenot discusses his work with the Illinois Nutrient Research & Education Council.  Morgan Lewis with Western Community Public Transportation discusses rural transit.  

As party conference season gets underway, and a new PM starts his tenure in earnest, HortWeek takes stock of where UK politicians stand on horticulture policy. MP Ben Goldsborough, has been vocal on horticulture issues since winning the Parliamentary seat for South Norfolk for the Labour Party in 2024 and was recently elected to the EFRA Parliamentary committee.He has a horticulture pedigree, having worked on policy for the RHS, helping save RHS Wisley from being shut during lockdown but, because of that lockdown, missing out on perks like going to Chelsea Flower Show.After writing an opinion piece for HortWeek (Modern horticulture deserves a bigger place in Britain's food future: Labour MP says Government policy must back the UK fresh produce production), we asked him on to the HortWeek Podcast to find out where he stands on issues affecting the wider horticulture sector. Goldsborough tells HortWeek editor Matt Appleby how he thinks the UK can balance between protecting domestic plants from pests and disease with the need to reduce trade friction for commercial growers.He give his views on how to address seasonal labour shortages and on ways to ensure green space, green infrastructure and private gardens are prioritised as Labour looks to meet its target to build 1.5 million new homes.As an MP in East Anglia, one of the driest regions in the UK, Goldsborough talks about the shortcomings of the Environment Agency and his belief that Water Boards are best placed to manage issues around water abstraction and long-term supply.For the retail and fresh produce sectors, Goldsborough raises the need for fair supply-chain terms when selling to big retailers and the need to eliminate 'flag washing'.And on peat-free, Goldsborough outlines his ideas on a way forward that can work for horticulture and the environment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An update on the spotted lanternfly from State Ag Pest Survey Coordinator Kelly Estes. Wrapping up the 2026 Illinois county fair season with Jeff Rabenort from the Okawville Wheat Festival.Monthly visit with Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs.  

An update on the Illinois Agricultural Leadership Foundation Class of 2027.  Kurt Maertens with BASF discusses crop protection products during the Farm Progress Show earlier this month. DTN Weather Risk Communicator Teresa Wells says northern Illinois is forecast to receive heavy rain this week while southern Illinois will experience heat.   

  Hello Listener, In this month's episode, we're joined by Geoffrey Rinehart with the University of Maryland, and he's guiding us on getting down to the roots of fall lawn care: when to seed, how to aerate and fertilize, why mowing still matters, and which common lawn-care mistakes can leave you feeling less than mow-tivated come spring.  Resource used in this episode: Maryland turf grass variety recommendations Fertilizer CalculatorUME HGIC Website on turf grassWe also have our : Native Plant of the Month: Purple lovegrassBug of the Month:  Isabella tiger moth aka Woolly bear caterpillars Monthly Garden Tips for starting fall container gardensWe currently have an open survey for ALL listeners. Whether you've listened to all of our episodes, or this is your first time. We developed an evaluation to determine if the information we share on the podcast has made a difference in your practices at home. We promise that it is a short, easy 5-minute survey, and we even have exclusive podcast stickers to give to those who participate. We are so thankful for the feedback, and we appreciate you tuning in for the podcast! You can take our survey here. The Garden Thyme Podcast is brought to you by the University of Maryland Extension. Hosts are Mikaela Boley- Principal Agent Associate (Talbot County) for Horticulture; Rachel Rhodes- Senior Agent Associate for Horticulture (Queen Anne's County); and Emily Zobel- Senior Agent Associate for Agriculture (Dorchester County).Theme Song: By Jason Inc, University programs, activities, and facilities are available to all without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legally protected class.

On this week's Curmudgeon's Corner Sam and Ivan bounce all over the place. Economy Stuff. Divided opinions on AI. Movies. Smart Devices. Yemen. And much much more. So crank up your volume and pay attention! Show Details: Recorded 2026-09-12 Length this week 1:49:07 0:02:59 - But First Tires and Appliances Smart Bottle Movie: Trekkies (1997) Movie: Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942) 0:30:44 - But Second iPhone Duo AI Apocalypse Early Mover Disadvantage AI Divides 1:21:04 - But Third Yemen Situation Fixing Iran? Economic Update Fired Money Honey The Curmudgeon's Corner theme music is generously provided by Ray Lynch. Our intro is The Oh of Pleasure (Amazon MP3 link) Our outro is Celestial Soda Pop (Amazon MP3 link) Both are from the album Deep Breakfast (iTunes link) Please buy his music and support his GoFundMe.

Monthly update from Don Schaefer with Mid-West Truckers Association.  Bob Eschbach with the Ottawa Center for the Arts details historic preservation efforts at two former church buildings.  Highlighting Illinois Farm Bureau Actively Engaged Student of the Month for September, Adalyn Solomonson from El Paso Gridley High School. Joe Camp at CommStock Investments previews a new market week. 

Thinking government programs are only for large-scale corn and soybean farmers? Think again! In this episode, we sit down with David Wayne, the State Executive Director of the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) for Kentucky, to bust the myth that federal agricultural programs leave out specialty crop and horticulture producers.From navigating the essential first step of getting a farm number and filing your annual crop reports (Form 578), to leveraging low-interest Farm Storage Facility Loans (FSFL) for cold storage and finding safety nets through the Non-Insured Crop Assistance Program (NAP), David shares practical, insider advice tailored specifically for growers. Whether you're running a multi-acre orchard, managing a small market garden, or keeping bees, this episode breaks down how the FSA can work for you.In this episode, we cover: Why filing a crop report is the crucial baseline for unlocking disaster assistance and funding How the new Geospatially Enhanced Acreage Reporting (GEAR) system makes multi-planting horticulture reporting much easier Low-interest financing options for cold storage units, walk-in coolers, and sorting equipment How the Non-Insured Assistance Program (NAP) acts as crop insurance for specialty crops and honey production Why accurate local data matters and how reporting your crops helps secure better Kentucky-specific pricing and disaster declarationsLove what you heard? Hit Subscribe or Follow the show, leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, and tag us in a selfie in front of your local FSA office on Instagram @HortCulturePodcast!Kentucky Farm Service AgencyUSDA FSA Programs & Services: Learn more about farm numbers, crop reporting, and safety net programsKentucky Center for Agriculture and Rural Development (KCARD): Access agribusiness support, training, and grant facilitation assistanceCenter for Crop Diversification (CCD): Provides resources, price reports, and production profiles for alternative and specialty cropsUniversity of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service: Provides research-based education, local county programs, and community resources across KentuckyQuestions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: hortculturepodcast@gmail.comCheck us out on Instagram!

Michelle Reeser West, Director of Horticulture for Pointer Landscape, hosted the Garden Hotline with guests Taquera Walker and Hannah Boxerman-Kohrs.

John Maytham speaks to Leon Kluge about the award-winning South African “Life After Fire” display at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and its recreation at Stanford in Bloom. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State and federal updates with Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs & Commodities Kevin Semlow in his "Seven with Kevin" segment.  Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello talks harvest season and upcoming grain tours.IHSA Friday Friday Friday features El Paso Gridley head football coach Tanner Benedict plus Pigskin Pickins' with Jim, Rita and DeLoss.  

August 30, 2026 - 8AM WBAP by Neil Sperry

August 29, 2026 - Texas Lawn and Garden Hour by Neil Sperry

August 29, 2026 - 1PM KLIF by Neil Sperry

September 5, 2026 - Texas Lawn and Garden Hour by Neil Sperry

September 5, 2026 - 1PM KLIF by Neil Sperry

September 6, 2026 - 8AM WBAP by Neil Sperry

Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza discusses prevailing wage laws in Illinois.Monica Nyman with the St. Louis District Dairy Council details the nutritional benefits and recipe versatility for cottage cheese.  Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Transportation and Infrastructure Rodney Knittel provides information on harvest permits.   

Thinking about turning that awkward patch of lawn or open field into a native wildflower meadow? You aren't alone. In this episode, the team breaks down everything you need to know about transitioning away from turfgrass and building a successful, biodiverse pollinator habitat.From navigating the crucial first steps of site prep to choosing the right seed mixes and managing your expectations for years one through three, we cover the real-world grit it takes to get that magazine-worthy meadow.Episode Highlights & Key Takeaways Embrace the Timeline: Wildflower meadows are a long game. Unlike fast-gratification annuals like zinnias, native perennials focus on building deep root systems first. Expect a "wheat field" look in year one, some blooms in year two, and a fully established meadow by year three. Eliminate the Competition: You cannot just throw seeds onto an existing lawn and walk away. Whether you choose a burndown herbicide regimen, solarization with clear plastic, or smothering with black plastic, wiping out existing turf and the weed seed bank is the single most important step for success. Timing is Everything: Fall or early spring are your primary windows depending on your prep method, but planting your seed mix in the spring often yields the best germination rates for many regional native species. Curating the Right Mix: Aim for a minimum of 10 diverse native species (including workhorses like Black-Eyed Susan, Purple Coneflower, Bergamot, and New England Aster) paired with native bunchgrasses like Little Bluestem and Side-Oats Grama. Low-Maintenance Living: Once established past year three, your maintenance drops significantly. Skip heavy fertilizers (low fertility is a native plant's superpower!) and practice light, high-mowing (6 to 8 inches) in early spring only after overwintering beneficial insects and seed-eating birds have had their fill.Resources to Help PollinatorsUK Native Plant resourcesLady Bird Johnson Wildflower CenterResidential Rain GardensQuestions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: hortculturepodcast@gmail.comCheck us out on Instagram!

Michelle Reeser West, Director of Horticulture for Pointer Landscape, hosted the Garden Hotline with guests Bethany and Ariel from Wild Birds Unlimited answer all of your questions.