Best Arkansas Agriculture Podcasts (2024)

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Delta Delight 18:19

2h ago18:19

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She earned a bachelor’s and master’s degree, but more important to Beverly Scott Chapple are her son and living near him on a family farm. Hear her heritage and joy while shelling purple hull peas in the shade just outside the dwindling delta town of Cotton Plant.By Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation

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Bill Hlubik, Trevor Styles & Linnea Eberly - Rutgers University Extension 38:06

3h ago38:06

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In This Episode Bill Hlubik, Trevor Styles, and Linnea Eberly of Rutgers University Extension share their three phase training program for beginning farmers. Links rubeginnerfarmer.rutgers.edu [website] @RUReadytoFarm [Facebook] @RUReadytoFarm [Instagram] RU Ready to Farm on CBS NewsBy Center for Farm Financial Management

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Henry English - University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff 25:53

4h ago25:53

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In This Episode Henry English of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff shares their beginning farmer class, workshops, and direct assistance opportunities for beginning farmers. Links uapb.edu/small-farm-program [website] @UAPB.SAFHS [Facebook] @UAPB_SAFHS [Instagram] @UAPB_SAFHS [X]By Center for Farm Financial Management

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027 Spring Creek Food Hub 22:00

15d ago22:00

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Send us a Text Message. Anthony and Nena from the Spring Creek Food Hub join us today to answer the question: Should I get certified. It's a tough question with no simple answers. Visit the Spring Creek Food Hub Online Interested in selling to the Spring Creek Food Hub, talk to Nena Hammer at: nhammer@springcreekfoodhub.org. Find us online at Arkan…

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Hope Watermelon Festival 13:45

11d ago13:45

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Before Bill Clinton or Mike Huckabee, Hope was known for world-record watermelons and its annual festival returns this weekend offering a “slice of the good life.” Lifelong resident Paul Henley and his wife Dolly share interesting farmer and entertaining festival stories on this episode of AgriCulture.…

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Jessica Groskopf - University of Nebraska-Lincoln 11:38

14d ago11:38

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In This Episode Jessica Groskopf of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln shares how their Women in Agriculture program is benefiting beginning farmers. Links cap.unl.edu [website] @NEWomenInAg [Facebook] @NEWomenInAg [Instagram] @NEWomenInAg [X]By Center for Farm Financial Management

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026 Late July Updates 17:32

1M ago17:32

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Send us a Text Message. Spider mites have emerged and Stilt Bugs? That's a new one for me. Plus a discussion on weed management strategies around building sites and organic herbicides. Ground Covers for Arkansas Find us online at ArkansasOrganic.org Center for Arkansas Farms and Food YouTubeBy Division-of-Agriculture

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Pride and Soy 12:57

30d ago12:57

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A tick bite causing temporary blindness and a permanent allergy to meats and dairy, opened Dr. Karen Ballard’s eyes to what was right in front of her. Hear the Jackson County farmer passionately share her discovery while cooking surprisingly delicious, soy-based dishes on this episode of AgriCulture.…

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Matt Gordon, Megan Fehrman & Andrew Collins-Anderson - Rogue Farm Corps 27:59

28d ago27:59

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In This Episode Matt Gordon, Megan Fehrman, and Andrew Collins-Anderson of Rogue Farm Corps share their resource guide, equity literacy curriculum, and land connection program for Oregon's beginning farmers. Links roguefarmcorps.org [website] ocfsn.org [OCFSN website] @RogueFarmCorps [Facebook] @RogueFarmCorps [Instagram] @RogueFarmCorps [X]…

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025 July Season Updates 18:24

1M ago18:24

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we talk about sprayer options for insects, recovering from spring wet conditions, and a very random deep dive into cultivators and cultivator tractors. Find us online at ArkansasOrganic.org Center for Arkansas Farms and Food YouTubeBy Division-of-Agriculture

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Young Hands Needed 12:01

2M ago12:01

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Fewer youths are pursuing farming careers. The average age of American farmers is 58 (20 years older than the citizen average). Anna Sweat, a 17-year-old raised on Sweat Farms in Southwest Arkansas, admits she has considered other lifestyles but plans to earn a degree in ag business. Hear her story and her dad’s tips on keeping the next generation …

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Ken Olson - South Dakota State University 31:21

1M ago31:21

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In This Episode Ken Olson of South Dakota State University shares how their intensive educational programs are reaching beginning farmers and ranchers. Links extension.sdstate.edu [website] extension.sdstate.edu/beefsd [BeefSD website] extension.sdstate.edu/agritourismsd-program [AgritourismSD website] @SDSUExtension [Facebook] @SDSUExtension [Inst…

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024 Agronomics of organic corn and soybeans 35:54

2M ago35:54

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Joe Schafer from Winrock International and Kelly Cartwright and Lanny Ashlock from the Natural Soy and Grain Alliance join us to talk about the challenges of organic corn and soybean production in Arkansas and provide strategies for success. See episode 19 for the introduction to this discussion. Project Det…

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Don’t Cuss a Farmer at Grocery Checkout 11:59

2M ago11:59

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Arkansas families are feeling it. Grocery costs are approaching a 30-percent increase since January 2020. Conway County’s Ashley Flickinger says it’s devouring her family-of-five’s budget and Arkansas Pork Producers Association director Jerry Masters offers insight to the increases in this episode of AgriCulture.…

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Hungry Kids Need Hunters’ Help 15:59

2M ago15:59

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One in five Arkansas children is hungry, yet the state’s hunters annually harvest 200,000 deer. Hot Spring County farmer Ronnie Ritter says he has a "calling" to get more venison to famished kids. Heart-wrenching stories drive Ritter as Director of Arkansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry. Hear his stories and how you can help in this episode of AgriCul…

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Andy Larson & Sarah Larson - Food Finance Institute 31:24

2M ago31:24

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In This Episode Andy Larson and Sarah Larson of the Food Finance Institute share their financial coaching program for beginning farmers. Links foodfinanceinstitute.org [website] @FFIEdibleAlpha [Facebook] @FoodFinanceInstitute [LinkedIn]By Center for Farm Financial Management

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Tears and Triumphs of a Minority Farmer, Part 2 19:02

3M ago19:02

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Industrious Ellis Bell flew alone at night for 45 years in a 1956 Cessna to successfully run a Forrest City farm and St. Louis insurance business. Hear his turbulent ascent to vocational victories and heart to help other minorities on this episode of the national award-winning AgriCulture podcast.By Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation

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Tears and Triumphs of a Minority Farmer 14:31

3M ago14:31

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Growing up on a Forrest City farm in the 1940s shaped Ellis Bell. The challenges Bell faced couldn’t stop a strong and studious mind, laser-like focus and two parents from propelling him to a 2023 Arkansas Ag Hall of Fame induction. Hear the hurt, tears and triumphs on this episode of the national-award winning AgriCulture podcast.…

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Kenneth White - Segar Advocacy Institute 20:11

3M ago20:11

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In This Episode Kenneth White of the Segar Advocacy Institute shares their farmer meetings and on-site farming events for beginning farmers. Links segarai.org [website] @SegarAdvocacyInstitute [Facebook] @SegarAIOrg [Instagram] @SegarAdvocacyInstitute [LinkedIn]By Center for Farm Financial Management

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023 May Ramblings 14:42

3M ago14:42

14:42

Send us a Text Message. Drought to Flood! In this episode we catch up on how the roller crimped cover crop at CAFF turned out, my thoughts on what happened, and Cailin's plan moving forward. Plus, insect updates from NWA. Find us online at ArkansasOrganic.org Center for Arkansas Farms and Food YouTube…

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Granny had to Go, Who’ll be Next? 12:01

3M ago12:01

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Eva Henderson, affectionately known by thousands as “Granny,” lived 87 years on the Buffalo River but was removed from her farm in 1972 by the government. She was one of about 2,000 displaced when the Buffalo became a National River. Her great-grandson Randy Gibbins remembers and is concerned it could soon happen to others, too. A visit with Gibbin…

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Progress, Population Plow Buffalo River Farms 14:15

3M ago14:15

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Armed U.S. Marshals ushered Susan Halsted’s grandparents from their Buffalo River farm in 1972 when it became a National River. Hear Halsted’s heartbreak, and her concerns about recent talks of another possible river re-designation. Cattleman Bob Shofner, a life-long resident of booming Northwest Arkansas, understands more people present challenges…

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Britt Calendo - Windy City Harvest 21:37

3M ago21:37

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In This Episode Britt Calendo of the Chicago Botanic Garden-Windy City Harvest discusses their work with beginning farmers through an apprenticeship program, food safety training, and a farm incubator program. Links chicagobotanic.org/urbanagriculture [website] @WindyCityHarvest [Facebook] @WindyCityHarvest [Instagram] @WCHProduce [X]…

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America’s First National River Might Require a Permit 14:30

4M ago14:30

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Does the Buffalo River need more protection? Will it remain free to fish and hunt? Billy Bell would arguably be the best person to ask. Hear what he says sustains it and what could destroy it in episode three of our 5-part series on the past and future of the Buffalo River.By Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation

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Hard Start, Farm Struggles Raise a Wise MOM 14:16

4M ago14:16

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Seven months pregnant while unloading an 18-wheeler load of chickens is part of Belinda Wright’s motherhood story. Hear her mom-wise stories and heart on this special Mother’s Day edition of AgriCulture.By Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation

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Celebrating a Resilient Rancher & MOTHER 14:16

4M ago14:16

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Mothers raising children on the farm own interesting stories and perspective. North Little Rock rancher Libbie Dougan overcame much to raise three daughters and shares her laughs and wisdom on the special Mother's Day weekend edition of AgriCulture.By Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation

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022 Organic Insecticides 44:34

4M ago44:34

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode I deep dive into organic approved insecticides. There's more than just Pyganic and Neem! Find us online at ArkansasOrganic.org Center for Arkansas Farms and Food YouTubeBy Division-of-Agriculture

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171: The Solomon Success Blueprint: Building Wealth with Timeless Wisdom with Scott Florida 14:10

3M ago14:10

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Welcome to the Solomon Success show, where we uncover timeless insights from King Solomon and the Bible for business and investing. Amidst a sea of false promises, let's refocus on enduring principles for a life of peace and prosperity. I'm Scott Florida, guest hosting for Jason Hartman. Drawing from my 30 years of pastoral and entrepreneurial expe…

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Grieving river residents heard, finally 14:15

4M ago14:15

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Jack Tinsley and his siblings’ Buffalo River re-designation resentment goes back half a century. Hear the trauma of being evicted as children from their family farm in 1972 when the Buffalo became America’s first national river, and their concerns about another possible re-designation. Listen to episode 2 of a 5-part series on the past and future o…

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Lori Stern - Marbleseed 17:42

4M ago17:42

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In This Episode Lori Stern of Marbleseed shares their organic farming conference, farmer-to-farmer mentorship program, field days, and farmer advancement fund. Links marbleseed.org [website] @Marbleseed [Facebook] @Marbleseedorg [Instagram]By Center for Farm Financial Management

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It's the crowds, NOT the cows 14:01

4M ago14:01

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Farmers and residents in the Buffalo River area of North Arkansas are troubled. Discussion of a possible re-designation of the National River in late October drew more than 1,200 for a community meeting in Jasper (population 547). Longtime Searcy County residents Randy Clark and Bonnie Cash Glidewell attended, and in this debut episode of AgriCultu…

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021 April Rambling 15:00

4M ago15:00

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Send us a Text Message. Its Rambling Time! In this episode we talk seasonal insects, cicada, roller crimping cover crop, and more! Riley joins as a special guest the second half of the show! Insect Pest Monitoring Growing Your Farm Short Course Find us online at ArkansasOrganic.org Center for Arkansas Farms and Food YouTube…

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Julius Kolawole & Karen Spiller - Southern New England Farmers of Color Collaborative 30:59

4M ago30:59

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In This Episode Julius Kolawole and Karen Spiller of SNEFCC share their land access course, farmer circles, and stipend program for beginning farmers of color. Links snefcc.carrd.co [website] @SouthernNewEnglandFarmersofColor [Facebook] @snefarmersofcolor [Instagram]By Center for Farm Financial Management

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020 Spring Crops in High Tunnels 33:43

4M ago33:43

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Riley joins me to talk about spring crops in high tunnels. Dr. Ayanava Majumdar insect screening and IPM website Find us online at ArkansasOrganic.org Center for Arkansas Farms and Food YouTube

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Julieta Saucedo - La Semilla Food Center 21:31

5M ago21:31

21:31

In This Episode Julieta Saucedo of La Semilla Food Center discusses their beginning farmer fellowship program. Links lasemillafoodcenter.org [website] @LaSemillaFoodCenter [Facebook] @LaSemillaFoodCenter [Instagram]By Center for Farm Financial Management

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019 Limitations of growing row crops in the mid-south. 34:13

5M ago34:13

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Send us a Text Message. Back from spring break finally! In this episode, Joe Schafer from Winrock International and Kelly Cartwright from the Natural Soy and Grain Alliance join us to talk about the challenges of organic row crop corn and soybean production in Arkansas and what they are doing to support farmers. This episode kicks off a series as w…

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Sarah Campbell & Aimee Swenson - USDA 30:33

5M ago30:33

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In This Episode Sarah Campbell and Aimee Swenson of the USDA join Curtis Mahnken and Megan Engel of the BFRDP Clearinghouse to discuss resources for beginning farmers and ranchers. Links Farmers.gov [website] @FarmersGov [Facebook] @FarmersGov [Instagram] @FarmersGov [X] @FarmersGov [YouTube]By Center for Farm Financial Management

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Co-Op - The Next Chapter 41:43

5M ago41:43

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About The Show: "We're not here just to show up, we're here to make a difference in people's lives." - Dennis Hanley Welcome to a fresh and invigorating episode of Ozark Natural Foods, The Co-Op Podcast, where we dive into the heart of Northwest Arkansas' food scene. In this episode, host Randy Wilburn is thrilled to welcome two pivotal figures ste…

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Ethan Page - Central Wyoming College 15:57

6M ago15:57

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In This Episode Ethan Page of Central Wyoming College discusses their crop production practicum, farm business course, and farm incubator for beginning farmers. Links cwc.edu/regenerative-farming/ [website] @CentralWyomingCollege [Facebook] @CWC_Rustlers [Instagram] @Alpine_Science_Institute_CWC [Instagram]…

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018 Seed Priming and Sanitation 57:39

6M ago57:39

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Lee Goldsmith from Native Legacy Tree and Perennial Nursery joins me to talk about seed priming and sanitation and how these practices can improve seed germination in the greenhouse and field. Lee's FB page. https://www.facebook.com/NativeLegacyTrees/?locale=zh_TW Find us online at ArkansasOrganic.org Center…

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017 Transplant Production 24:42

6M ago24:42

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Luke and I each give our top 5 tips for successfully growing transplants. We recorded this episode in the greenhouse so there is a bit of echo. Find us online at ArkansasOrganic.org Center for Arkansas Farms and Food YouTubeBy Division-of-Agriculture

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016 February Ramblings 23:18

6M ago23:18

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Send us a Text Message. In this month's rambling we talk about variety trials, soil potassium mining, and spring weather. Find us online at ArkansasOrganic.org Center for Arkansas Farms and Food YouTube

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Simon Ellis - Marine and Environmental Research Institute of Pohnpei 25:01

6M ago25:01

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In This Episode Simon Ellis of the Marine and Environmental Research Institute of Pohnpei discusses their work providing training and technical assistance to beginning aquaculture farmers. Links meripmicronesia.org [website] @MERIPFSM [Facebook]By Center for Farm Financial Management

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015 starting an organic orchard part 3 - Impact of climate change 1:01:29

6M ago1:01:29

1:01:29

Send us a Text Message. Guy Ames from Ames Orchard and Nursery and formerly NCAT joins us in this episode to discuss how climate change is impacting our ability to grow fruit crops here in Arkansas. NCAT Publication Library Find us online at ArkansasOrganic.org Center for Arkansas Farms and Food YouTube…

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Paul Shinneman - Plant It Forward 25:51

7M ago25:51

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In This Episode Paul Shinneman of Plant It Forward discusses farming with PIF and the PIF Food Hub. Links plantitforward.farm [website] @PlantItForwardFarms [Facebook] @PlantItForward [Instagram]By Center for Farm Financial Management

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014 Starting an organic orchard part 2 - apples 1:02:38

7M ago1:02:38

1:02:38

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Maury Wills from Wills Family Orchard joins us to talk about growing organic apples organically. We discuss some of the major pest challenges and talk strategies for success. https://willsfamilyorchard.com/ https://www.facebook.com/WillsFamilyOrchard/ Find us online at ArkansasOrganic.org Center for Arkansas…

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013 Starting an organic orchard part 1 56:07

7M ago56:07

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Send us a Text Message. This three pat series takes a look at the ins and outs of starting an organic orchard in Arkansas. In this episode we talk about the basic challenges of growing fruits in Arkansas and which ones does best here. Find us online at ArkansasOrganic.org Center for Arkansas Farms and Food YouTube…

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Susie Marshall - GROW North Texas 13:04

7M ago13:04

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In This Episode Susie Marshall of GROW North Texas discusses their Farm Success webinar series for beginning farmers. Links grownorthtexas.org [website] @GROWNorthTexas [Facebook] @GROWNorthTexas [Instagram]By Center for Farm Financial Management

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012 Starting an organic vegetable farm part 4 55:19

7M ago55:19

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Send us a Text Message. It's tool time! In this episode, Jonathan McArthur joins us to discuss the essential tools for a new organic vegetable farm. This is part 4, and the last on this subject for awhile. Find us online at ArkansasOrganic.org Center for Arkansas Farms and Food YouTube

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011 Starting an organic vegetable farm part 3 32:33

7M ago32:33

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Jonathan McArthur joins us to discuss the basics of starting an organic vegetable farm. Part 3, discusses building permanent beds. Find us online at ArkansasOrganic.org Center for Arkansas Farms and Food YouTube

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