Podcasts about Young Farmers

Coty Vannoy of Lawrence County was the winner of the Tennessee Farm Bureau's Young Farmers and Ranchers Discussion Meet contest.    He bested 16 competitors for the title at the Farm Bureau state convention recently.

We discuss the horrifying Bondi attack, Rob Reiner's death, Lily Allen's 'Madeleine' performance on SNL, Caroline Calloway's Lily Allen tales, the i-D piece on 'the death of hot girls who write occasionally', Charli XCX's latest Substack exploits, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 20, 2025 Everything Co-op launches its spotlight on the 2025 Innovation Award recipients with Michael Parker and Lindsey Lusher Shute, co-founders of Farm Generations Cooperative. In this interview, Michael and Lindsey discuss how Farm Generations empowers its members through GrownBy, their farmer-owned software platform, and how the Innovation Award will help advance their mission. Lindsey Lusher Shute co-founded the National Young Farmers Coalition and served as its executive director for a decade. She is also an owner of Hearty Roots Farm, a diversified vegetable and livestock farm in New York's Hudson Valley. During her tenure at Young Farmers, Lindsey built a national network of 150,000 farmers and advocates, advancing grassroots efforts around land access, conservation, credit, student debt, and farmer training. She has delivered keynote addresses at conferences nationwide. Michael Parker has built a diverse career spanning agriculture, food, entrepreneurship, and education. A first-generation farmer, he is currently developing a grassfed beef operation in Cooperstown, NY. Mike also works on land access and business services initiatives with the National Young Farmers Coalition and oversees a farm viability grant program and business planning course for the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources. He holds a B.S. in Accounting and Operations Information Management from Georgetown University. Farm Generations Cooperative is dedicated to empowering local farmers and fostering transparency throughout the food supply chain. Blending innovative technology with agricultural traditions, the cooperative strives to create a more just and sustainable future for food producers and consumers alike. In 2019, the cooperative launched GrownBy, the first free, farmer-owned software platform designed for local farm sales. By connecting growers directly with customers across the country, GrownBy promotes fair, efficient exchanges and helps small farmers succeed collectively strengthening local communities and building a more resilient agricultural system. The Co-op Innovation Award honors organizations that strengthen food, housing, and worker co-ops. Each year, recipients receive up to $50,000 to expand cooperative development, drive shared prosperity, and build lasting community impact through innovative collaboration.

(Dec 12, 2025) For the last two summers, a woman from the Caribbean has been cooking up meals at a motel in Tupper Lake; we meet a young farmer in Jefferson County who is trying to make it in the industry; John Warren checks on trail and mountain conditions in the Adirondacks; and the 10th Mountain Division Band has two upcoming performances of "A North Country Carol."

Today’s farmer panel features the 2022 and 2025 Young Farmers of the Year, respectively. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Episode 205 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast, which is also Part 3 of our special three-part series with three farmers who are receiving Iowa Farm Bureau's 2025 Young Farmer Leadership Award: Devon Murray of Floyd County, Randy Francois of Buchanan County and Blake Anderson of Adams County.   Part 1 (released December 8) features Devon Murray. Part 2 (released December 9) features Randy Francois. Part 3 (released December 10) features Blake Anderson.   Register to join farmers like Devon, Randy and Blake at Iowa Farm Bureau's 2026 Young Farmer Conference, January 23 and 24 in Des Moines.

On the phone-in: We take your questions about electric vehicles with Narthaniel Pearre. But first, a young farmer in Antigonish responds to the NS government's recently announced program to help new farmers access farmland to start or grow their farm business.

Welcome to Episode 204 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast, which is also Part 2 of our special three-part series with three farmers who are receiving Iowa Farm Bureau's 2025 Young Farmer Leadership Award: Devon Murray of Floyd County, Randy Francois of Buchanan County and Blake Anderson of Adams County.   Part 1 (released December 8) features Devon Murray. Part 2 (released December 9) features Randy Francois. Part 3 (released December 10) features Blake Anderson.   Register to join farmers like Devon, Randy and Blake at Iowa Farm Bureau's 2026 Young Farmer Conference, January 23 and 24 in Des Moines.

Statewide YF&R awards highlight the dedication of standout members and committees advancing agricultural leadership.

Megan Cassidy grew up in Northwestern Colorado and went to Colorado Mesa University. She was involved in agriculture at a young age through 4H. When she's not busy helping run her family's cattle operation, working in town, and spending time with family, she's advocating for the agriculture industry.  Some of her involvement includes, but is not limited to, Mesa County Cattlewomen's, District 9 Representative for the Colorado Farm Bureau's Young Farmers and Ranchers, Vice President of her local co-op, and former Grand Junction Chamber Board Member. Her most recent honor being the 2025 Colorado Cattlewomen's Rookie of the Year.

Welcome to Episode 203 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast, which is also Part 1 of our special three-part series with three farmers who are receiving Iowa Farm Bureau's 2025 Young Farmer Leadership Award: Devon Murray of Floyd County, Randy Francois of Buchanan County and Blake Anderson of Adams County.   Part 1 (released December 8) features Devon Murray. Part 2 (released December 9) features Randy Francois. Part 3 (released December 10) features Blake Anderson.    Register to join farmers like Devon, Randy and Blake at Iowa Farm Bureau's 2026 Young Farmer Conference, January 23 and 24 in Des Moines.

Today’s farmer panel comprised the 2024 Young Farmer of the Year and the 2019 Young Farmer of the Year. They talk about the milk price and what inspires them to get out and achieve in the ag sector. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We catch up with the 2017 Young Farmer of the Year and the host of this afternoon’s Southern Storm Shout at the Woodhead farm at Lovell’s Flat (halfway between Milton and Balclutha). The Emerson’s Tiny Pub and Speight’s Bar will be in attendance, sharing the love, and Silver Fern Farms is in charge of the barbecue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're joined by Emerson King, the young Western Kentucky farmer behind the fast-growing online brand Adventures of Farmer King. Emerson operates a full-time row crop farm paired with six large broiler chicken houses, raising thousands of birds while producing corn, soybeans, wheat, and more.What started as a simple idea to show real farm life has grown into a respected and relatable platform across YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook—and now AcresTV. Emerson has become known for his authenticity, humor, and willingness to show the tough, dirty, and meaningful parts of agriculture that most people never get to see.In this episode, Emerson shares:• How he got started in farming and what his operation looks like today• Why he first picked up a camera and how his content evolved• The realities of raising broilers while filming daily work• What he's learned about non-farmer perceptions of agriculture• The biggest misconceptions viewers have about poultry and row crops• How social media became a tool for advocacy and education• His experience joining AcresTV and reaching a bigger rural audience• Where he hopes Adventures of Farmer King grows nextThis is an honest, down-to-earth conversation with a young producer working hard, telling the truth, and helping bridge the gap between farming and the public. 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/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The frost finally arrived, and with it a frank look at what winter really means for working countryside life. We open with frozen offices, hungry pheasants, and a social media landscape that keeps shifting under the boots of anyone who mentions fieldsports. Then we settle in at a Perthshire kitchen table with farmer and comedian Jim Smith to talk roots, resilience, and why a good laugh sometimes saves the day.Jim's story starts with bales, tatties, and Young Farmers' stage nights, then leaps to five nerve-shredding minutes at The Stand and the improvisational chaos of Scott Squad. He explains how sketches turned into tours, how he retooled the farm to handle gigs, and why diversified work only sticks if it respects the seasons. We compare the soggy springs and scorched summers that define modern arable, the quiet power of long northern daylight, and the culture shift as estates consolidate, tenancies shrink, and small farms fight to keep a foothold.We also go where Instagram rarely does: the money and the mind. Sheep margins, beef prices, supermarket strategies, and the hard math behind expensive kit get stripped back to the basics. Jim shares a plain-spoken take on mental health, spotlighting RSABI, Farm Strong, and the slow-burn stress of a job you can't switch off. Along the way, we dig into provenance and food miles, the role of venison and game in everyday kitchens, and why teaching simple butchery skills can stop pheasants becoming landfill.By the end, you'll hear why farm humor travels—across borders and accents—because the truths are universal: weather swings, stubborn yows, and bills that don't wait. If you care about real farming, rural culture, and stories that stick, this one's for you. Listen, share with a friend who needs a warm, honest laugh, and leave a review to help more folks find the show.Support the showInstagram https://www.instagram.com/the_outdoor_gibbon/

Earlier this year, Robert Hill of Lauderdale County was named the state's winner of the Tennessee Farm Bureau's Young Farmer Achievement award.  And with that honor, the title sponsor of the award presents a year's free use, or 150 hours, of a new Case IH tractor.  And that tractor made its way to the farm this week.

Finn Whelan, award winning 14 year old farmer, and his biggest cheerleader, his mother Gillian.

Welcome back to the Cornelius Seed Podcast! In this episode,we have a special guest Ralph Lents, Chair of the Iowa Corn Promotion Board, on to explore unexpected markets for corn demand including China, India, and Southeast Asia. We delve into the evolving ethanol market, innovative uses likeethanol-powered ships and tractors, and the potential for carbon pipelines to impact corn prices in Iowa. Tune in for an insightful discussion on global trade, government policies, and how initiatives from the Iowa Corn Promotion Board are paving the way for the future of corn farming.  Chapters 01:29 Meet Ralph Lents: Iowa Corn Promotion BoardChair 02:11 Global Trade and Tariffs: Impact on Corn and Soybeans08:50 Ethanol and New Markets: India and Southeast Asia 10:54 Pipeline Controversies and Ethanol's Future 18:45 Innovations in Corn Usage: From Clothing to MaritimeFuel 21:30 Getting Involved: Iowa Corn Promotion BoardInitiatives 26:50 Advice for Young Farmers and Closing Thoughts

Today’s farmer panel features the 2024 and 2025, respectively, Young Farmers of the Year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Today’s one-man panel follows on from his sister, and fellow Young Farmer of the Year, Emma Poole, who was on yesterday’s show. He talks about the Southland storms and agrees to disagree with his sister over the Fonterra vote. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. David M. Kohl, Professor Emeritus of Agricultural Finance and Small Business Management, for a conversation about what it really takes for young farmers to build strong, lasting farm businesses. We discuss why transition is not just a handoff but a transformative process that requires transparency, honest financial assessments, and the courage to face tough realities head-on.  Dr. Kohl explains why starting with a clear resource assessment matters, how cash flow planning shapes long-term success, and why written goals act as a compass when the road gets messy.  This episode offers young farmers, founders, and successors alike practical wisdom, fresh perspective, and encouragement to move from uncertainty to clarity — and to see transition not as a burden, but as an opportunity to strengthen both the farm and the family behind it. Access the full show notes for this episode at elainefroese.com. Discover more about our guest: Dr. David M. Kohl Elaine Froese Resources: Watch this episode on YouTube. SPEAKING - book Elaine for your next event COACHING - find your Farm Transition Coach MEMBERSHIP - Join the Farm Family Harmony Membership waitlist RESOURCES - download for FREE CONTACT - take the next steps in your transition  BURNING QUESTION? Submit it here for Elaine or her coaches Timestamps 0:04:40 - Discussion on farm succession 0:05:30 - Resource assessment for family business transition 0:06:55 - Importance of understanding true profitability through accrual adjustments 0:11:24 - Advice on debt servicing and working with lenders 0:14:59 - Land buying strategies for young farmers 0:18:29 - Importance of goal setting and using a facilitator 0:22:16 - Skill assessment and developing mini business plans 0:24:17 - Warren Buffett's advice on behavioral success 0:28:35 - Discussing family living arrangements and budgets 0:33:08 - The five key points for successful farm transition

Stephen chats to Sophie Sheerin, Agriculture Manager with Dawn meats group, where they cover everything from her early farming days, to college in Queens University, to her experience of the McDonalds Progressive Young Farmer Awards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the Strip-Till Farmer podcast, brought to you by Yetter Farm Equipment, technology editor Noah Newman sits down with young farmers James Hepp and Joel Reddick for a discussion about their strip-till and no-till systems, and the challenges they face as young farmers.

High land costs, student debt, and climate shocks make it hard for the next generation of farmers to get started and stay on the land. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/ 

For several years now the Tennessee Farm Bureau's Young Farmers and Ranchers program has held a fall educational tour where these young people between the ages of 18 and 35 take a weekend to get together in a particular area of the state to visit and learn more about that area's ag interest.

Caden and Patrick are first-generation farmers in North Carolina who started Cable Family Farm while still in high school. Together, they've built a small-scale regenerative farm focused on pasture-raised poultry and no-till market gardening, proving that young people can make a living from the land through hard work, curiosity, and faith.Cable Family Farm practices regenerative farming focused on soil health, animal welfare, and local connection through small-scale, community-based food production.Key TopicsStarting a regenerative farm as teenagersLearning and adapting through trial and errorMaking small-scale farming sustainableSacrifice, purpose, and faith in farmingInspiring young people to reconnect with foodTimestamps00:00:00 – Discovering small-scale farming 00:02:45 – Launching Cable Family Farm in high school 00:06:00 – Rekindling friendship and building together 00:09:00 – Visiting Polyface Farm for inspiration 00:10:30 – Selling produce and entering markets 00:14:00 – Lessons from larger conventional farms 00:17:00 – Partnership, long hours, and learning curves 00:21:00 – Sacrifice and fulfillment on the land 00:25:00 – Bringing younger generations into farming 00:35:00 – Faith and stewardship of the land 00:40:00 – Balancing college with farm life 00:42:00 – Reflections on growth and purposeConnectInstagramFacebook 

Today's episode is a special one as I bring the full Scottish Rally team onto the R2Kast!

We discuss farm succession planning with today’s panel, the 2024 Young Farmer of the Year, George Dodson, and the 2025 Young Farmer of the Year, Hugh Jackson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2025 National Ploughing Championships got underway in Screggan, Co. Offaly on Tuesday with up to 300,000 people expected to attend over the coming days.Macra has called for “immediate action” to tackle the drop in numbers of young farmers in Ireland, with just 4% now under the age of 35.Catriona Morrissey, News Editor at the Irish Farmers Journal, and Sean Kelly from Macra spoke to Matt on The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the conversation.

For the first time in the 26 year history of the Macra Na Feirme Young Farmer of the Year competition, the overall winner is a woman, Aileen Sheehan.

Today’s farmer panel features the 2017 and 2022 Young Farmers of the Year. We discuss calving and lambing, removing agriculture from the school curriculum, right tree - right place, and 9/11. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*This podcast is sponsored by AXA Farm Insurance.Charles O'Donnell, Aisling O'Brien and Hugh Harney bring you the biggest stories of the week in Irish agriculture from Agriland, which this week includes:New TB action plan unveiledFunding for new TB measures yet to be decidedDairy sector faces 200,000-cow cut if derogation lostTAMS reference costs revisedFBD Young Farmer of the YearCountdown to PloughingDon't forget to rate, review and follow The Farming Week, Agriland's weekly review of Irish agriculture, and visit Agriland.ie for more. 

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In this episode, we look at what farmers can expect from new Defra secretary Emma Reynolds - her policies and personality.To discuss that and more, we're joined by Jonathan Reynolds, director of external affairs at the Country Land and Business Association.The National Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs says it has been told it will no longer receive a Defra grant – Defra says the suggestion is "false".Who is right?Shadow farm minister Robbie Moore gives us his thoughts.And sixth-formers at a Lincolnshire school can now study agriculture – we speak to their headteacher and find out all about the new course.This episode of the Farmers Weekly Podcast is co-hosted by Johann Tasker, Louise Impey and Hugh Broom.Contact or follow Johann (X): @johanntaskerContact or follow Louise (X): @louisearableContact or follow (X): @sondesplacefarmFor Farmers Weekly, visit fwi.co.uk or follow @farmersweeklyTo contact the Farmers Weekly Podcast, email podcast@fwi.co.uk.In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0.

Today's Young Farmer panel features the 2024 and 2025 winners, as we ponder carbon farming, Paris and the Stags. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recorded live from the Southern Family Farmers and Food Systems Conference at Texas State University, the Soil Sisters interview Jessi Roesch, founder and CEO of Downland. The discussion focuses on the importance of farm succession planning and the challenges faced by both retiring and aspiring young farmers. Jessi explains Downland's mission to facilitate the smooth transition of farmland ownership through a three-part solution: preparing successors, finding suitable matches, and ensuring legally sound transactions. They delve into the human and emotional aspects of succession planning, emphasizing the need for values alignment, comprehensive financial planning, and innovative tools to ease the process. Jessi Roesch, founder and CEO of Downland, helps farmers and landowners pass down their land to the next generation. Building the financial, legal and workforce infrastructure to support families across the great wealth transfer as $24 trillion in farmland assets and $225 billion of our food production is in transition.FB: @downland  |  IG: @go.downland  |  Website: GoDownland.com - From the website, aspiring young farmers can join the Downland waitlist. And retiring farmers can call or text to start their succession planning conversation.Time Stamps:00:00 Welcome to the Soil Sisters Podcast00:31 Introducing Jessi Roesch, founder & CEO of Downland01:00 Challenges in Succession Planning02:15 The Importance of Values in Farming04:03 Navigating Difficult Conversations13:25 Financial and Legal Pitfalls19:24 Leveraging Technology for Better Planning21:58 The Value of Community in Farming22:34 Creating Tools for Farmers22:57 Affirmation and Support for Farmers23:32 Regenerative Farming and Living24:29 Downland's Role in Succession Planning25:02 Steps for Young Farmers to Get Started26:04 Connecting Farmers26:38 Building Legal and Financial Tools for Farmers29:42 Supporting Aspiring Farmers37:42 Creative Financial Solutions for Land Transition42:24 Downland's Vision and Future Plans

Many young farmers are feeling forgotten as the IFA and the ICMSA call for the reopening of the long established Young Farmers Scheme. To discuss this with Pat was Dennis Drennan, President of the ICMSA.

Farm Credit System Institutions made more than 150,000 loans to young, beginning, and small U.S. producers in 2024. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on American Family Farmer, host and farmer Doug Stephan (www.eastleighfarm.com) shares the latest news impacting small farmers across the U.S. Doug breaks down the “Big Beautiful Bill,” being called Farm Bill 2.0, which includes:Higher statutory references for all commodity program crops

Part 1- Gray wolves are proving to be brutal killing machines against livestock in the Northeastern part of the state, causing economic and mental stress for ranchers. Part 2 - Problems caused by abandoned farmland could get worse. Young Farmers awards and contests applications are now open, be sure to check them out!

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The heat is on for Radio 1's Giant Face Off! Representing Team Jamie, Matt Edmondson joins Greg James as the station's DJs and loyal listeners beg, borrow and steal everything from boats, pasties and tiny flags in haystacks, for the win! There's tension in the air... Who will be first to the finish line? Plus, the already legendary Lindsay brightens up Greg's morning with a quirky game of Yesterday's Quiz and the sports pro that is Travis Kelce, surprises himself in All The Latest Things!

Robert Hill of Lauderdale County is the 2025 Tennessee Young Farmer of The Year. Hill describes what it means to him to receive this award.

The annual Tennessee Young Farmers and Ranchers Summer Conference took place in Lebanon this past weekend. State Chair Lee Bagwell explains why this conference is so important for young farmers and Farm Bureau overall.

James Pieper is a first-generation farmer who's only four years into his operation—but you'd never guess it based on the way he's embraced both the challenges and the spotlight. Known on social media as @allaboutfarming, James takes his followers behind the scenes of day-to-day farm life, breaking down everything from planting to drainage upgrades in a relatable, easy-to-understand way.In this episode, James shares how he went from city kid to Southern Minnesota farmer, inspired by hands-on trials and ag studies at North Dakota State University. We dive into the realities of 2024's tough weather, what it took to upgrade tile on 108 acres, and the big decision to invest in new fertilizer storage and tillage equipment. Plus, James gives us a look into his personal life, celebrating the recent birth of his daughter Hazel Rose and what it's like to farm alongside his wife—who now drives tractor!We also talk about the importance of storytelling in agriculture, what it's like working with brands like Pioneer, and how sharing the simple "why" behind each farming decision can build trust with consumers and future farmers. 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/

We get to meet Brenna Beard, a farmer at heart with roots that run deep into her family farm. Brenna opens up about working with her dad, the learning curve of jumping into farming, and what it's like trying to juggle that with a career in ag retail.She's authentic, quick-witted, and not afraid to speak her truth. We chat about life outside the field too—from her love of the lake life, to how she deals with assumptions people make about her because she's a young woman in ag. Oh, and if you're wondering—yes, we get into boyfriend talk too.As someone building a presence online, Brenna also shares her take on what kind of social media messaging today's ag voices should be putting out there—and how we can stay real while still being positive for the next generation of farmers. 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/

In this episode, Tork and Sawyer open up the barn doors for another no-holds-barred Q&A, tackling questions submitted by you, the listeners. They kick things off with a quick update on the family farm—think muddy fields, stuck trucks, and the ongoing dance with unpredictable Iowa weather. After a rundown of the current ag markets and a few laughs over late-night pig loading adventures, the guys dive deep into skills every young person should develop, the importance of communication, and how staying curious and willing to learn has fueled their journey on and off the farm.Tech, AI, and the changing landscape of farm life are in the spotlight, sparking conversation about adapting to new tools and the impact of digital distraction. Tork and Sawyer get candid about the struggles of focus, the challenge of saying no, and the reality of balancing busy farm life with personal growth—all while sharing a few sips of a special Kentucky bourbon.Tune in for practical advice, some family banter, and plenty of real talk about farming, tech, and finding your way in a world that's always changing. Whether you're here for the ag market insights, life lessons, or a good laugh, this episode has something for every Barn Talk listener.Use code BARNTALK for 10% OFF your next orderhttps://farmergrade.com/ Learn More About Our New Project