Podcasts about Horticulture

Jacqui Gordón Núñez and I met when we were both speaking at the same women's leadership event last spring. From the moment she took the stage, I knew I wanted to interview her. She has an incredible story and such a deeply rooted leadership philosophy that the world needs to hear. She is passionate about her work and how the work she does in agriculture impacts the world in ways we don't consider daily - but should. Jacqui is the Vice President of the Washington State Tree Fruit Association and a passionate advocate for leadership development. Originally from Ecuador, she built her career in Washington helping people in agriculture grow their confidence, communication skills, and impact within their communities. She earned her bachelor's degree in Food Science and her Master of Science in Horticulture from Washington State University.  Listen in to hear Jacqui share: Her path from Ecuador to the US, through immigration, and into agricultural leadership The importance of understanding cultural awareness and intercultural competence in the workplace The dangers of minimizing your own culture and the fine line between cultural adaptation and self-abandonment How leaders can create more space and safety for a wider range of cultural experiences and expressions so employees can show up authentically and contribute as optimally as possible How women leaders in agriculture are changing the landscape for women in agriculture   Agriculture as a form of reverence How to navigate self-doubt when you feel like you don't fit in or feel insecure about your ability to add value in a situation Links Mentioned: Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-gordon-nunez/ Agriculture Leadership Program (ALP) website: www.alp-wa.com Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI): https://idiinventory.com/ Join Sara's Aligned Leadership Incubator Early Bird Enrollment (save $500!): saradean.com/aligned Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Previewing the Farm Progress Show with National Events Director Matt Jungmann.Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza discusses legislation strengthening regulatory oversight of crematories.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.Wow it is dry out there and the temperatures are well above the norm for long periods - so both Lucy and Saul are, to say the least, continuing in good British form - 'mad dogs and Englishmen' comes to mind. Gardening still needs to be done though - if just the watering - so Lucy has been continuing to shape her client's plots and Saul has spent almost 12 days getting ready and then half-wilting at RHS Badminton - so listen in to find out how that goes - and if the worse happens at least we can all go for a dip in Lucy's new hottub!Instagram links: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

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

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Blossoming Dreams: Zsolt's Bold Farm Transformation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-07-18-07-38-19-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A Hortobágyi Nemzeti Park dúsan illatozó levendulamezőin Zsolt, a virágfarm tulajdonosa, gondosan figyelte a növények színpompás tengerét.En: On the fragrant lavender fields of the Hortobágyi Nemzeti Park, Zsolt, the owner of the flower farm, carefully observed the colorful sea of plants.Hu: Az időjárás kegyes volt eddig ezen a nyáron, és a virágok gyönyörűen virultak.En: The weather had been kind so far this summer, and the flowers were blooming beautifully.Hu: Mégis, Zsolt szíve mélyén vágyódott valamire több, mint csupán a megszokott levendulára.En: Yet, deep in his heart, Zsolt longed for something more than just the usual lavender.Hu: Szeretett volna virágokat, amelyek csalogatják az embereket, hogy csodát lássanak.En: He wished for flowers that would entice people to witness a miracle.Hu: Zsolt mellett Judit dolgozott szorgosan.En: Zsolt was accompanied by Judit, who worked diligently beside him.Hu: Hűséges asszisztensként mindig ott állt Zsolt mellett, ha szüksége volt segítségre.En: As a loyal assistant, she was always by Zsolt's side when he needed help.Hu: Judit is érezte a változás iránti vágyat, ezért örömmel figyelte, amint Márta, a botanika szakértője, megérkezett a farm közepére.En: Judit also felt the desire for change, and she watched with joy as Márta, the botanical expert, arrived at the center of the farm.Hu: Márta híres volt az egész régióban.En: Márta was famous throughout the entire region.Hu: Tudása a virágokról felbecsülhetetlen volt.En: Her knowledge of flowers was invaluable.Hu: „Zsolt, Márta itt van, hogy segítsen nekünk,” szólt Judit, amikor Márta mosolyogva közeledett a levendulák között.En: "Zsolt, Márta is here to help us," said Judit as Márta approached, smiling between the lavender.Hu: „Üdvözöllek a farmunkon, Márta!” mondta Zsolt. „Szeretnék tanácsot kérni tőled.En: "Welcome to our farm, Márta," said Zsolt. "I'd like to ask for your advice.Hu: Milyen virágokat ültethetnék még, amelyek jól éreznék magukat a magyar klímában?”En: What other flowers could I plant that would thrive in the Hungarian climate?"Hu: Márta megvizsgálta a talajt, a levegőt, a nap helyzetét.En: Márta examined the soil, the air, and the sun's position.Hu: Azt javasolta, hogy napraforgót és vadvirágokat próbáljanak meg.En: She suggested they try sunflowers and wildflowers.Hu: „Ezek a növények vonzani fogják a turistákat, és szépen kiegészítik a levendulát,” mondta mosolyogva.En: "These plants will attract tourists and nicely complement the lavender," she said with a smile.Hu: Ahogy Zsolt mérlegelte a lehetőségeket, az ég hirtelen elsötétült.En: As Zsolt weighed his options, the sky suddenly darkened.Hu: Egy nyári vihar tört be a távolból, és mindenki a menedékbe sietett.En: A summer storm approached from the distance, and everyone hurried to shelter.Hu: Erős szél tépte a leveleket, és az eső óriási cseppekben zúdult alá.En: Strong winds tore at the leaves, and rain poured down in huge drops.Hu: Zsolt a menedék ablakából figyelte, ahogy a levendulamezőt szinte ellepte a víz.En: Zsolt watched from the shelter's window as the lavender field was almost covered with water.Hu: A jövője, a farm jövője a vihar kezében volt.En: His future, the farm's future, was in the hands of the storm.Hu: „El kell döntenem,” mormolta magának.En: "I have to decide," he murmured to himself.Hu: „De hogy mit tegyek?”En: "But what should I do?"Hu: A vihar másnapra lecsengett, de a károk nyomai megmaradtak.En: The storm subsided by the next day, but the traces of damage remained.Hu: Zsolt, Judit és Márta összegyűltek a mező szélén.En: Zsolt, Judit, and Márta gathered at the edge of the field.Hu: „Most van itt az idő változtatni,” biztatta Judit.En: "Now is the time to change," Judit encouraged.Hu: Zsolt bólintott, erőt és bátorságot merített a többiekből.En: Zsolt nodded, drawing strength and courage from the others.Hu: „Hálás vagyok, hogy itt vagytok velem,” mondta.En: "I'm grateful to have you all here with me," he said.Hu: Elhatározta, hogy nemcsak a levendulát, hanem a Márta által javasolt napraforgót és vadvirágokat is elülteti.En: He decided to plant not only lavender but also the sunflowers and wildflowers suggested by Márta.Hu: Az új növények gyökereiket mélyen a földbe eresztették.En: The new plants rooted deeply into the ground.Hu: Zsolt tudta, hogy kockázatos döntés volt, de most már készen állt arra, hogy összekösse a hagyományos és az új lehetőségeket.En: Zsolt knew it was a risky decision, but he was now ready to connect traditional and new possibilities.Hu: Az új virágok szépsége végül nemcsak a farmot, hanem Zsolt szívét is megérintette.En: The beauty of the new flowers eventually touched not only the farm but also Zsolt's heart.Hu: Miközben a nap ismét kisütött és a mezők új színekkel ragyogtak, Zsolt megérezte, hogy a farm jövője biztos kezekben van.En: As the sun shone again and the fields glowed with new colors, Zsolt felt that the farm's future was in good hands.Hu: Már nem csak a levendulából élt a mező, hanem egy új, virágzó világ vette kezdetét.En: The meadow no longer thrived on just lavender, but a new, flourishing world had begun. 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Show summaryIn this episode, OGPod host Liv James interviews from Groundswell Agricultural festival. Guests include Anne Rees, Head of Horticulture at the Soil Association, Michael Kennard, founder at Compost Club and Rebecca (Bee) Laughton, Horticulture Campaign Coordinator  at Landworkers' Alliance. The interviews cover the importance of organic farming, land access, and the role of horticulture in regenerative agriculture. They explore innovative land-sharing models, market gardens, and the significance of local produce. Bee Laughton gives an update on the current horticulture policy landscape and the hopes for the future within an ever evolving political world. Michael Kennard dives in to compost; why it is important, what makes good compost and the science behind it. GuestsAnne ReesAnne Rees | LinkedInInstagramMichael KennardInstagramRebecca LaughtonInstagramResourcesSoil Association - https://www.soilassociation.org/Groundswell Festival - https://groundswell.org.uk/Landmatch England - https://landmatchengland.org/Organic Growers Alliance - https://organicgrowersalliance.co.uk/Landworkers Alliance - Landworkers' AllianceThis podcast is brought to you by the Organic Growers Alliance, the UK's only grower-led organisation providing technical and practical advice and support on organic growing. For more information about the OGA head to www.organicgrowersalliance.co.uk and become a member.More about James Butterworth and Cotswold Market Garden: https://www.cotswoldmarketgarden.co.uk/

State and federal updates from Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs & Commodities Kevin Semlow in his "Seven with Kevin" segment.Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Food Systems Development Raghela Scavuzzo promotes volunteer opportunities for the Illinois Specialty Growers Association Farm Stand during the Illinois State Fair.IHSA Friday Friday Friday segment features Monmouth-Roseville High School football coach and athletic director Jeremy Adolphson.  

Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leader Excellence in Agriculture Award winner Blake Lanphier from Cook County.  Monthly visit with State Ag Pest Survey Coordinator Kelly Estes.  New World Screwworm update from Illinois Farm Bureau Director of Commodity Programs and Food Systems Tasha Bunting.

HortWeek editor Matt Appleby, A-Level student William Appleby and technical editor Sally Drury report on the essential horticulture stories of the week.Topics this week:Peat-free hits the national pressAre garden centres pricing themselves into slower plant sales?Matt's week on the road with word from Fruit Focus, Ball Colegrave's Summer Showcase, Floral Fantasia at Hyde Hall and the Green Italy launch.How drought and hosepipe bans are hitting horticultureDoes the absence of horticulture in schools' career advice signify a broken system? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Senior reporter Richard Rennie joins the show to discuss some of the top stories of the week, including Zespri's possible plan for a second grower vote on whether to add Chinese SunGold fruit to its international mix. Richard has also been talking to Massey University researcher Dr Amelia Almeida, who updated Australia's livestock emissions model and now has New Zealand's in her sights. Richard also talks about urease inhibitors and whether they are actually doing what they state on the tin.

We are raiding the Guardian long read archives to bring you some classic pieces from years past, with new introductions from the authors. This week, from 2023: When a US businessman took over a beloved garden a decade ago, he decided on a radical new approach, all in the name of sustainability. But angry critics claim it's just plain neglect By Mark O'Connell. Read by Simon Vance. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod

Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leader Achievement Award winners Austin and Marti Schriner from Carroll County.  New Illinois FFA State Treasurer Lane Perry.  Scot Loyd highlights the Illinois Statecraft section at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Transportation and Infrastructure Rodney Knittel discusses the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026. 

Welcome to The Turf Zone podcast. This episode bids farewell to Funchess Hall, where Auburn turfgrass grew its roots. For many members of the Alabama Turfgrass Association, just hearing the name Funchess Hall brings back a flood of memories. Maybe it was hustling to class with a cup of coffee in hand, late-night study sessions before a soils exam, or learning turfgrass management from professors whose lessons still shape your career today. Funchess may never have won awards for beauty, but for generations of Auburn turfgrass students, it was something far more important — home. Since 1961, Funchess Hall served as the heart of Auburn University's Turfgrass Science program. Although the turfgrass program was already more than three decades old when the Department of Agronomy and Soils moved into the then-new Funchess Hall, over the next 65 years it grew into one of the South's premier turfgrass education programs. Auburn graduates manage golf courses, athletic fields, sod farms and landscapes across Alabama and beyond. Inside those well-worn classrooms and laboratories, students learned everything from weed science and irrigation design to soil morphology and turfgrass pest control. More importantly, they built friendships, professional connections and memories that lasted long after graduation. Now, the end of an era has arrived. This summer, the Departments of Crop, Soil and Environmental Sciences, Horticulture, and Entomology and Plant Pathology are officially moving out of the “infamous” Funchess Hall and into Auburn University's brand-new STEM + Agricultural Sciences Complex. As of late May, faculty and staff are packing decades' worth of research data, teaching materials and Auburn history into boxes, preparing for a full transition by August 1st. Once renovations to Comer Hall are complete in Fall 2026, the demolition of Funchess Hall will be scheduled. Fittingly, the move is happening during the quiet of summer semester — one of the few times campus slows down enough to reflect on the past while preparing for the future. And what a future it is. Auburn's new $224 million STEM + Agricultural Sciences Complex is a stunning 265,000-square-foot facility located at 305 W. Samford Ave (part of the former Hill Residence Hall site). The three interconnected buildings will house departments from both the College of Agriculture and the College of Sciences and Mathematics, creating opportunities for collaboration unlike ever before. The new facility includes state-of-the-art research laboratories, modern teaching laboratories, collaborative student spaces, teaching gardens and even specialized research areas for aquatic animals and insects. For turfgrass students, it represents a major investment in the future of the industry and the continued growth of Auburn's nationally respected program. Of course, while the building may change, the Auburn Turfgrass Management program remains rooted in the same hands-on philosophy that makes it special in the first place. Students pursuing the Turfgrass Management track still earn a B.S. in Crop and Soil Science while gaining practical experience from internships and the Auburn Turfgrass Research Unit just a mile from campus. They'll continue learning the science and management principles needed to become leaders in the turfgrass industry throughout the country. But now students will be based at one of the most advanced agricultural teaching facilities in the Southeast. For alumni, there is a lot of nostalgia in saying goodbye to Funchess Hall. Those green tile walls, aging classrooms and scuffed floors told a story of hard work, tradition and learning. But Auburn has always been about more than bricks and mortar. The spirit of the turfgrass program — the people, the passion and the Auburn Family — is moving right along with it. So while Funchess Hall may be a distant memory soon, its legacy will continue to grow in every superintendent, sports turf manager, researcher and industry professional who once called it home. And somewhere inside that shiny new building, another generation of Auburn turfgrass students is about to start making memories of their own. The departments moving from Funchess Hall to the new buildings are planning a “Farewell to Funchess” celebration on campus during the fall 2026 semester. Watch alumni mailing lists and social media for more information as details are worked out. You have been listening to The Turf Zone Podcast. Follow The Turf Zone on X, Facebook and LinkedIn for all things turfgrass, featuring podcasts, magazines, events and more. The post Farewell to Funchess Hall, Where Auburn Turfgrass Grew Its Roots appeared first on The Turf Zone.

Illinois Farm Bureau Environmental Program Manager Bena Pegg highlights July Nutrient Stewardship Field Days. Tomorrow's Leaders Today segment features Quinton Huelsmann from the Clinton County Young Leaders.Monthly update from Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs.  Meteorologist Paul Otto at Freese-Notis Weather discusses the remaining July weather outlook. 

In this episode of The Ash Said It Show, I had an exclusive interview with Ben Ripple, the visionary CEO and co-founder of Big Tree Farms, to uncover the truth behind ethical agriculture and global food sustainability. With over 20 years of expertise on the ground in Indonesia, Ben shares the untold story of how his brand is revolutionizing the industry by bridging the gap between smallholder farmers and conscious consumers worldwide. We dive deep into the critical distinction between "sustainability"—which often aims only to maintain the status quo—and "regenerative" agriculture, which actively heals the planet. Ben explains that when you choose products like Big Tree Farms' organic Coconut Aminos, you are supporting a supply chain that leaves the land and the farming community more resilient than before the harvest. Our conversation reveals the surprising, powerful intersection of soil health and human happiness. Working directly with over 19,000 smallholder farmers, Ben explains how moving away from industrial chemical models has restored economic agency, pride, and dignity to these communities. It is a profound lesson in how agricultural reform is, at its core, a human rights and wellness initiative. For shoppers feeling overwhelmed by greenwashing in the supermarket aisle, Ben provides an essential, actionable rule of thumb: demand radical transparency. He emphasizes that if a brand cannot name their farmers or articulate their sourcing story, they likely lack a genuine, ethical relationship with their supply chain. True, high-quality food brands should always be able to tell you the "Who" and the "Why" behind the product. Reflecting on his journey since moving to Bali in 2003, Ben discusses how his definition of success has evolved from local preservation to global, market-driven conservation. He argues that the old industrial model is broken and that the only viable way forward for global food brands is to treat their supply chains as living, interdependent ecosystems rather than linear, extractive pipelines. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in conscious consumerism, regenerative farming, and the future of healthy, ethical living. Tune in to The Ash Said It Show to learn how you can make more informed, impactful choices for your pantry and the planet. Connect with us and listen to the full episode of The Ash Said It Show to hear more from Ben Ripple about the future of food. Web: https://bigtreefarms.com Founded in 2003, Big Tree Farms is a pioneer in sustainable global agriculture and the world's leading producer of organic, coconut-based sweeteners and condiments. Headquartered with a deeply rooted supply chain at origin in Indonesia, the brand specializes in crafting high-quality, better-for-you pantry staples powered by pure coconut blossom nectar (locally known as Nira). Big Tree Farms bridges the gap between ancestral harvesting traditions and global wellness demands. By operating one of the world's most transparent, vertically integrated supply chains, they deliver clean-label, nutrient-rich food options while championing climate health and social equity. The company is globally celebrated for transforming coconut blossom nectar into versatile, allergen-friendly alternatives to traditional sugars, soy sauces, and marinades. Their signature offerings include Organic Coconut Sugars (available in Granulated, Golden, and Powdered formats) which offer a lower-glycemic, unrefined alternative to cane sugar with natural caramel notes. They are also widely recognized for their Organic Coconut Aminos, a beloved staple that serves as a certified soy-free, gluten-free, and low-sodium alternative to soy sauce, alongside an innovative line of rich, island-inspired sauces and marinades. At the heart of Big Tree Farms is a network of over 20,000 Indonesian farmer partners. The company operates a direct-trade model that empowers local communities, ensuring fair, transparent pricing and long-term economic stability. Because coconut blossom nectar is hand-harvested daily from living trees in thriving food forests, the process requires zero deforestation or environmental degradation. Through its commitment to Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC) practices and Fair for Life certifications, Big Tree Farms actively restores soil health, preserves traditional biodiversity, and fosters a sustainable food ecosystem for future generations. As a trusted ingredient supplier to major global food brands and a fixture on retail shelves across the Americas and beyond, Big Tree Farms continues to scale its impact. Fueled by institutional investments aimed at accelerating sustainable land use in Asia, the company continues to double its production capabilities while remaining fiercely dedicated to its original mission: creating good-for-you products that build a better-for-us world. - Ready to ignite the spark that levels up your entire life? Meet Ash Brown—the American powerhouse, motivational architect, and ultimate hype-woman dedicated to your personal and professional evolution. Ash is far more than a voice in the personal development space; she is a trusted ally who delivers a masterclass in real-talk wisdom and infectious energy. Whether you are navigating a crossroads or ready to scale your grandest ambitions, Ash fuels your journey with a high-octane blend of heart and hustle.

Illinois Farm Bureau President Philip Nelson recaps his recent trip to Washington D.C. for the American Farm Bureau Federation Council of Presidents meeting.  Monthly update from Don Schaefer with Mid-West Truckers Association.  Joe Camp at Comm-Stock Investments previews a new market week.  

Summer gardens are in full production, but extreme heat and changing weather patterns can create challenges for even the most experienced gardeners. In this episode of Hort Culture, Ray and Jessica discuss what they're seeing across Kentucky gardens as temperatures climb and crops begin producing.The conversation covers how prolonged heat affects common garden vegetables, including tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, green beans, berries, melons, and pumpkins. They explain common heat-related issues such as blossom drop, delayed ripening, leaf roll, blossom-end rot, sunscald, bitter cucumbers, uneven pollination, and reduced fruit set. The hosts also share practical strategies for helping gardens withstand summer stress through proper watering, mulching, thoughtful pruning, shade management, and variety selection.Along the way, they swap stories from their own gardens, including Jessica's children's "play garden," preserving the summer harvest, county fair gardening, and the excitement—and occasional frustrations—that come with growing your own food.They wrap up by looking ahead to fall gardening, discussing why July is the time to begin planning and planting cool-season crops like carrots, spinach, broccoli, kale, and other fall favorites.Whether you're managing a backyard vegetable patch or simply trying to keep your tomatoes happy through the hottest days of summer, this episode is packed with timely tips to help your garden continue producing despite the heat.Help your garden weather a heatwaveKeep gardens thriving through the heatHeat Causes Problems With Garden ProduceHow to protect yourself and your plants during extreme heatQuestions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: hortculturepodcast@gmail.comCheck us out on Instagram!

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

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.With Saul attending to his Plant Heritage duties at RHS Badminton, Lucy takes this opportunity to give you an audio tour of her modern kitchen garden. Summer is now at its peak, so naturally her thoughts are focused on how to create recipes with all those homegrown fruit, veg and herbs. If you have an aversion to butter, turn your ears away now...Instagram links: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

Jon Griffel from Macoupin County, a winner in the Illinois Farm Bureau "Put Me In Coach" promotion, will throw out the first pitch at the Cardinals vs. Cubs game a Busch Stadium on July 30.Eric Muller from Lake County details his experience with the Illinois Ag Leadership Foundation Class of 2027.IHSA Friday Friday Friday segment features Dave Nanninga of the Illinois High School Glory Days website.  

Monthly visit with Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello.  Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza on paying the state's bills.  Farm Progress Show National Events Director Matt Jungmann on his involvement in the Mercer County Fair. 

Amy MacIver speaks to environmental writer Don Pinnock about concerns over the state of Kirstenbosch, the impact of South Africa's succulent poaching crisis, and why some experts believe the country's flagship botanical garden needs urgent intervention. 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.

Update from State FSA Director Bill Graff.Illinois Ag In The Classroom's Kevin Daugherty highlights summer activities.Amir Sadeghpour, SIU professor of soil fertility, previews the SIU Nutrient Research Field Day on July 14. 

Mark Denzler from the Illinois Manufacturers' Association highlights the Illinois Manufacturing Hall of Fame. William Shannon from the St. Clair County Historical Society previews "The Language of Liberty" event at the Cahokia Courthouse State Historic Site. DTN agriculture meteorologist John Baranick talks remainder of July weather outlook.   

Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leader Program Coordinator Perry Harlow provides information on Young Leader District Discussion Meets this summer.  U-of-I Extension Horticulture Educator Ken Johnson discusses harvesting garden vegetables.  Darlene Knipe tells the story of Market Maker, an online local foods directory.  Joe Camp at CommStock Investments previews a new market week. 

Our regular gardening expert Paul Zammit offers up his tips for how to manage your garden during extreme weather and takes callers' questions. Paul Zammit is a professor of Horticulture and Environmental Studies at Niagara College.

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.Wow, what a scorcher last week was in the UK - and beyond! Of course, this gets the weather obsessed podcast duo thinking: what will we need to do to adjust our mindset towards working in and taking pleasure trips to, gardens. A flexible mindset is key. We also pay tribute to show veg master Terry Porter, who sadly passed away in recent days. It's guaranteed that if you visited gardening shows these past few decades, you'll have seen his phenomenal work first hand.Instagram links: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

Today's guest is a plant ecologist whose work, she says, is driven by this question: “All of the wild diversity of life on earth is here, with us, right now. How can we take it with us into the future?”... Read More ›

Visiting with documentary filmmaker, Beth Howard, whose film is "Pieowa: A Piece of America".IHSA Friday Friday Friday features Scales Mound High School teacher and coach Erik Kudronowicz.

Today's guest is a plant ecologist whose work, she says, is driven by this question: “All of the wild diversity of life on earth is here, with us, right now. How can we take it with us into the future?”... Read More ›

State and federal updates from Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs & Commodities Kevin Semlow in his "Seven with Kevin" segment.  Illinois Farm Bureau "Put Me In Coach" contest winner Allison Provost, whose nine year old son will throw out the first pitch at the Cardinals-Cubs game on July 30 at Busch Stadium. Tracking hot dog statistics with Eric Mittenthal from the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council.  

HortWeek editor Matt Appleby, prospective horticulturist Douglas Newbery and technical editor Sally Drury report on the essential horticulture stories of the week.Topics for this week:National Plant Show product highlights including pre and post-biotics for soil health, a marvellous mulch and a child-size garden centre trolley.Promising news from Aeroplas pot and tray company An early look at potential Christmas hot sellersNew lines for Creation Horticulture New plant award winners at NPS and Gardeners' World LiveOne-stop shops in the UK - could this Dutch model work where it's failed in the past?Horticultural shows: what changes might be see for next year?Horticulture salaries come under the microscope in HortWeek's latest reportAnd Doug Newbery (son of Georgie Newbery of Flowers from the Farm) offers his thoughts on horticulture as a careerPodcast producer: Christina Taylor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Grandma's Silver, Allie Kochinsky sits down with Peggy Cornett, longtime Curator of Plants at Monticello, former director of the Thomas Jefferson Center for Historic Plants, and author of Thomas Jefferson's Flowers, to explore gardens as living records of history.Together, they discuss how historic landscapes preserve stories of daily life, seasonal rhythms, beauty, labor, and cultural exchange. Drawing on more than four decades of preserving Thomas Jefferson's botanical legacy, Peggy shares what the flowers cultivated at Monticello reveal about Jefferson's botanical interests, his international network of plant exchanges, and the many people, including enslaved gardeners and laborers, whose knowledge and work shaped the landscape.The detective work behind restoring historic gardens is also explored, along with how historians reconstruct landscapes from letters, archaeological evidence, and plant records, and why heirloom plants can serve as a form of living inheritance.In this episode, they discuss:The inspiration behind Thomas Jefferson's FlowersHow gardens function as living historical documentsJefferson's passion for flowers and botanical exchangeThe people whose labor sustained Monticello's gardensRestoring historic landscapesHeirloom plantsSeasonal rhythms in early AmericaWhat gardens reveal about identity and placeRESOURCESVisit Monticello's website here.Purchase the book on Monticello's site, or on Amazon.If you enjoy Grandma's Silver, follow the podcast and share this episode with a friend who loves heritage, design, and timeless living.

In this episode of Bonsai Time, Kevin sits down with Mike Chapman and Zack Wheeler from Nature's Way Nursery in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Together, we explore their journeys into horticulture, what it's like balancing bonsai with the demands of working at a professional nursery, and how their experiences have shaped their perspectives on both plants and life.We discuss the day-to-day realities of nursery work, landscaping, and bonsai, along with the dedication and horticultural knowledge required to succeed in each. Mike and Zack share stories from their careers, lessons they've learned along the way, and how working closely with plants has influenced their outlook on the world around them.This conversation goes beyond bonsai, touching on personal growth, finding purpose through meaningful work, and the connections that develop through a shared passion for horticulture.Whether you're a bonsai enthusiast, a plant lover, or simply curious about life behind the scenes at a working nursery, there's something in this episode for you.Enjoy!The video version is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coming soon.Show notes, relevant pictures, and links are ⁠⁠⁠coming soon.See you in the next episode!Guest Info:...Sponsor Info: This episode is sponsored by our co-host via the Kevin Faris moving sale of bonsai pottery, tools, and trees. View these items at In Vivo Bonsai of Columbus, Ohio, USA in-person, or online (shipping available) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠invivobonsai.etsy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.InVivoBonsai.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and navigate to the consignment ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠pottery⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ pages.Mailbag submissions/Community:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NEW BT DISCORD Chat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BT Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the Pod:Anytime you listen, subscribe, rate us, or share us with friends, you help keep us motivated to keep making episodes for you all! If you want to take it to the next level, you can also help keep the podcast going by donating to us through Spotify subscriptions or by sponsoring an episode (contact us directly for that). All donations go back into the podcast such as for our web hosting, recording gear expenses, etc.Podcast Info:The Bonsai Time Podcast is hosted, edited, & produced by Kevin Faris, Ryan Huston, & Kelly Lui. We expect to post new interviews and reflections monthly! Find us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and our email BonsaiTimePodcast@gmail.com.Submit questions or pictures for future Bonsai Brainstorm episodes to our email, social media DMs, or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Audio editing of this episode and music are by MIDICANCER. Find more music by them on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SoundCloud⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BandCamp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Host info:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ryan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a former bonsai apprentice of Elandan Gardens and current operator of In Vivo Bonsai nursery and educational operation in Columbus, OH. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kevin ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is a bonsai practitioner/teacher now living in Massachusetts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kelly⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is a newer bonsai artist volunteering and studying especially in the Los Angeles area.More Bonsai Projects by Ryan:Read more about bonsai on his blog and learn more about his educational services ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Find Ryan's online-available bonsai products, seeds, tools, etc. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Each seed kit sold comes with my full 10-year bonsai-from-seed guide.Find Ryan on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠as well if you need more bonsai in your feed.Also, check out some of my video editing work for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Puget Sound Bonsai Association⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Columbus Bonsai Society⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠'s demonstration archives.

Illinois Farm Bureau board member Brent Pollard discusses his role on the Illinois Nutrient Research and Education Council board.  Craig DeVrieze shares history of the PGA Tour event in the Quad Cities, which was solidified by a partnership with Moline based Deere & Company.

Summer safety tips from Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Sameer Vohra.Monthly update from IL Corn.Meteorologist Paul Otto with Freese-Notis Weather talks summer heat dome. 

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.Well every year the NEC beckons the Talking Heads Duo back to BBC Gardeners World Live to share their garden wisdom on the Plants Expert Desk, as well as show people around the Floral Marquee when no-one else is there and this year, Lucy builds her Make a Metre Matter border. Altogether it keep the Talking Head duo incredibly busy, so recording a podcast can be a bitty affair, but join us as we share some of the sights and voices at this years show!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

Monthly visit with Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello.Jenna Spychal with Jonamac Orchard and the Illinois Specialty Growers Association provides an update on fruit tree progress in Illinois. Joe Camp at CommStock Investments previews a new market week. 

In this episode of Hort Culture, Brett and Ray are joined by Dr. Cindy Finneseth from the University of Kentucky to discuss community horticulture, urban agriculture, and supporting new growers across Kentucky. Dr. Finneseth shares how her role focuses on helping beginning and small-scale producers navigate production, marketing, and business planning while connecting them with Extension resources. The conversation highlights the diversity of Kentucky horticulture, the growth of urban and small-scale farming, and innovative production methods that allow growers to produce crops year-round. The group also discusses challenges such as labor, financing, and scaling operations, while emphasizing the importance of collaboration among growers, Extension specialists, and industry partners. Overall, the episode showcases the opportunities and innovation driving Kentucky's horticulture industry and the strong consumer interest in locally grown products.Cynthia Finneseth, Extension Specialist for Community HorticultureUK Center for Crop DiversificationUK Cooperative Extension ServiceQuestions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: hortculturepodcast@gmail.comCheck us out on Instagram!

Michelle Reasor-West, Director of Horticulture for Poynter Landscape and Horticulture Nick Pence answer your gardening questions.

State and federal updates with Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs & Commodities Kevin Semlow in his "Seven with Kevin" update. Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs recaps his trip to Rome to return unclaimed property to Pope Leo XIV.IHSA Friday Friday Friday features Camp Point Central head football coach Brad Dixon.  

With grass court season well underway, the TennisWorthy Podcast dives into the science and meticulous care behind Wimbledon's legendary courts with Neil Stubley, Head of Courts and Horticulture at the AELTC. Marking his 31st championships, Stubley reveals to Chris Bowers what it takes to maintain the tournament's iconic "living canvas," sharing everything from his unexpected career pivot as a professional chef to how his team manages high-stakes tournament schedules.Highlights:Busting the Grass Myth: Stubley clarifies the AELTC's shift to 100% perennial ryegrass, explaining how it genuinely improved court longevity and bounce consistency rather than intentionally eliminating serve-and-volley play.The Science of Surface Testing: Learn how his team leverages winter grow lights to mimic the sun and utilizes a tool called a Clegg impact hammer to record 50 daily hardness tests per court.Pro Lawn Tips: Want your lawn to look half as good as Wimbledon? Listen to Neil's advice and keep it simple.Special thanks to the All England Lawn Tennis Club for their assistance with this episode.The TennisWorthy Podcast is presented by the International Tennis Hall of Fame and uncovers the sport's history and mindset of champions.Listen to every episode and view transcripts at tennisfame.com/podcast.

June 21, 2026 - 8AM WBAP by Neil Sperry

June 20, 2026 - 1PM KLIF by Neil Sperry

In this episode of Hort Culture, the hosts dive into practical botany vocabulary that gardeners, plant enthusiasts, and curious learners can use to better understand the plants around them. Through a lively and humorous discussion, they explain key botanical terms such as petiole, midrib, leaf margin, simple versus compound leaves, deciduous plants, allelopathy, monoecious and dioecious reproduction, grafting terminology, vivipary, and plant nodes. Along the way, they connect these concepts to real-world gardening situations, from identifying trees and selecting cover crops to growing asparagus, saving seeds, grafting fruit trees, and managing tomato plants. The episode blends plant science, gardening advice, and entertaining anecdotes to help listeners build their botanical vocabulary while gaining a deeper appreciation for how plants grow, reproduce, and interact with their environment.University of Kentucky Master Gardener Basic BotanyOSU Botany TerminologyUtah State University Tree and Botanical GlossaryQuestions/Comments/Feedback/Suggestions for Topics: hortculturepodcast@gmail.comCheck us out on Instagram!

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

Hey Listener, In this month's episode, we're talking all about one of our favorite pollinators Bumble Bees.  We play some bee true false, learn about how they differ from other native bees. Bumble bee Resources:  Bees of Maryland: A field guide from the North American Native Bee Collaborative.Bumble Bees of Eastern United States (pdf) from USDA, Forest Service, and Pollinator PartnershipXerces SocietyBumble bee flower finderWe also have our : Native Plant of the Month:  Wild  BergamontBug of the Month: Lemon Cuckoo Bumble Bee Monthly Garden TipsWe 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.

June 6, 2026 - Texas Lawn and Garden Hour by Neil Sperry

June 13, 2026 - 1PM KLIF by Neil Sperry

June 14, 2026 - 8AM WBAP by Neil Sperry