Best Heritage Breeds Podcasts (2024)

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Natural Dye Supply Chain: From Field to Fabric 46:20

1h ago46:20

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In this episode of Voices from the Field, NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Tyler Jenkins takes listeners on a journey through the natural-dye supply chain with three industry experts. Max Holden is a grower based in Washington state with a passion for cultivating dye plants. Bradley Todd is a fellow NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist wh…

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Episode 200 Embden Goose / Goose Keeping 101 with Lisa Steele / Baked Apple Pudding / Omlet Pro Coop 1:01:36

21m ago1:01:36

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In this week's episode (our 200th!!) we spotlight the ancient and lovely Embden goose. Lisa Steele joins us to talk through the basics of keeping geese. We share our recipe for crazy good baked Apple Pudding, and provide some retail therapy with the awesome and spacious new Omlet Pro coop. Grubbly Farms - click here for our affiliate link. https://…

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Ep214 - Breeding for the complete package 50:31

3h ago50:31

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Breeding for the complete package involves selecting individuals that possess a combination of desirable traits. Overall, breeding for the complete package offers numerous advantages in terms of improving breed characteristics, as well as, improved health and better resistance to disease, better performance ability, and overall adaptability and sur…

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Episode 199 Golden Comet Chicken / Integration Tips with Fiona / White Bean Apple Burgers with Thyme and Sage / Grubbly Farms' New AllFlock 52:15

1h ago52:15

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In this week's episode, we spotlight one of the original hybrid layers, the Golden Comet. Fiona joins us for a roundtable discussion where we share our tips for integrating new chickens into the flock. We share our recipe for delicious White Bean Apple Burgers with Thyme and Sage, and provide some retail therapy with Grubbly Farms' new All Flock Fe…

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Ep 221 Hexham Auction: Hadrian’s Mule 33:49

3d ago33:49

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Where do we go for fun? Well, all kinds of places, but fish hatcheries, farm shows, and livestock auctions are on the list. Today, we’re taking you back to jolly old England (almost Scotland, actually), to a little town called Hexham. It lies at the foot of Northumberland National Park and a stone’s throw (literally) from Hadrian’s Wall. This is as…

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Teatime in Mississippi 28:31

2h ago28:31

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In this episode of Voices from the Field, NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Audrey Kolde talks with Timothy Gipson, co-owner and co-founder of The Great Mississippi Tea Company in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Their conversation touches on the challenges and successes the company has had growing this popular specialty crop in the Magnolia State. R…

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Ep213 - The Pursuit of Perfection in Breeding 44:06

3h ago44:06

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To excel as a breeder, a deep-seated desire to perfect and improve your strain is essential. This relentless pursuit of excellence fuels continuous refinement and drives your success. Breeders who are committed to perfection pay meticulous attention to every detail, consistently striving to elevate their work. This dedication not only enhances the …

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What to Know About Raising Swans 36:48

11d ago36:48

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Raising swans isn't like raising chickens; caring for these beautiful birds comes with its own sets of unique challenges and rewards. In this episode, Chris Fritzen of Grand Swan Farm covers some essential info you'd need to know before raising swans as pets or raising swans for profit. Learn about what to feed swans, how to keep swans from flying …

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AgriCulture: Home 6:17

15h ago6:17

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TURKANA FARMS, LLC Green E-Market Bulletin September 12, 2024 Turkeys returning home from a visit to the fence photo by Mark Scherzer HomeHi all, Mark here.Home is a powerful magnet. When Dorothy tapped her shoes and intoned “There’s no... Read More ›

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Episode 198 Campine Chicken / Hanns Paul of Omlet Coops/ Apple Cornmeal Cake / The Quilted Cupcake 56:36

5d ago56:36

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the rare, beautiful, and useful Campine chicken. Hanns Paul of Omlet joins us to talk about the company history and why Omlet coops are so successful. We share our recipe for delicious Apple Cornmeal Cake, and provide some retail therapy with the Quilted Cupcake shop. Grubbly Farms - click here for our affiliate…

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Ep212 - Avian Influenza: Protecting Birds and People 1:14:40

4d ago1:14:40

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Join us as we talk with Peter Brown, known as the “Chicken Doctor,” about Avian Influenza. Peter will guide you through the history of bird flu, shedding light on its evolution and impact. And, essential prevention strategies to safeguard your birds and yourself from this potentially devastating disease. In this episode, you’ll learn about the risk…

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Episode 197 55 Flowery Hen / Q&A with Dr Rebecca / Sausage and Hominy Bake / Vintage Chicken Barware 53:42

10d ago53:42

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the stunningly beautiful and auto-sexing 55 Flowery Hen. Dr. Rebecca joins us to answer some great questions from our Patreon subscribers. We share our recipe for delicious and easy Sausage and Hominy Bake, and provide some retail therapy with another look at vintage chicken barware. Grubbly Farms - click here f…

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Ep211 - Proper Storm Care: How to Prepare Your Birds and Farm for an Incoming Storm 1:14:40

11d ago1:14:40

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As breeders, we all look forward to the breeding season as our favorite time of year. However, unpredictable storms can pose a serious threat, potentially jeopardizing the entire season. Each state faces its own unique weather challenges.Today, we'll discuss how to prepare for and manage adverse weather conditions, offering tips to help ensure a su…

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Ep 220 Shetland Sheep Society(UK): Sing Me a Song of a Sheep that has Gone - Everywhere 28:53

17d ago28:53

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Located in the southern portion of Scotland, Lanark might be best known in agricultural circles for those big guys from the area around the River Clyde, and to history buffs as the first place local resident William Wallace drew his sword in earnest. We love heavy horses with a passion, but the sheep need to have their day, too. Last September, Lan…

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AgriCulture: Getting the Message 6:15

22d ago6:15

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TURKANA FARMS, LLCGreen E-Market Bulletin August 29, 2024Orhan and Lale, hanging in the barn photo by Mark ScherzerGetting the MessageHi all, Mark here.From time to time during my office day, I stick my head out of the bathroom window upstairs,... Read More ›

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Can You Eat Wild Boar? 27:55

14d ago27:55

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Shogun Farms says you can definitely eat wild boar. In this episode, Pamela Fay of Shogun Farms in Florida shares with us about how they're trapping and farm-finishing invasive wild boars and selling them as high-quality foods to a variety of restaurants -- a win for both culinary endeavors and sustainable efforts to minimize food waste and curb de…

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Episode 196 Nankin Bantam Chicken / Molting with Fiona / Blackberry Jam Cupcakes / Vintage Chicken China Sets 52:30

17d ago52:30

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the tiny, adorable, and very old Nankin Bantams. Fiona the Floof Lady joins us for our annual molting episode where we share all of our tips and tricks to get our birds through this rough but very important stretch of time. We share our recipe for delicious Blackberry Jam Cupcakes, and find some retain therapy w…

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Episode 210 - Internal Parasites and Worms with the Chicken Doctor 39:28

18d ago39:28

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Join us as we talk with Peter Brown, known as The Chicken Doctor, as he delves into internal parasites and worms that affect chickens. In this episode, Peter will show you how to recognize and managing the various types of internal worms, including roundworms, eye worms, tape worms, gape worms, capillary worms, and cecal worms. Learn about the sign…

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Abundant Montana “Meet Up” Meets with Success 23:28

25d ago23:28

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In this episode of Voices from the Field, NCAT Local Foods Specialist Molly Kirkham talks with Erin Austin of Abundant Montana. Abundant Montana is a nonprofit that helps create a more resilient and reliable food system by developing educational campaigns about local foods, providing digital marketing and promotion assistance, and fostering busines…

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Episode 195 Swedish Duck / Loss and Grief with Kristine Ellis / Japanese Cabbage Pancakes / Miniature Pet Portraits 49:17

24d ago49:17

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the beautiful and useful Swedish Duck. Christine Ellis of Dunkin Ducks joins us for a roundtable discussion about grief and loss of our feathered beauties. We share our recipe for delicious Japanese-style cabbage pancakes, and we find some retail therapy with miniature pet portraits. Grubbly Farms - click here f…

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Ep 219 Across Dry Creek and Over the Horizon 40:47

29d ago40:47

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In life, there are talkers and doers. Of the doers, many of them have a characteristic known as “True Grit,” and today’s podcast guests are in that category. Millie and Stacy Bradshaw own Dry Creek Livestock, and a few hours north of Salt Lake City, these two intrepid souls are building a place to call home on the windswept plains and low hills of …

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Ep209 - Proper Care During the Molting Season 1:12:22

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Why Our Birds Need Extra Attention at this Time of Year When do our birds require the utmost care and consideration? The answer is during the molt. This crucial period is marked by significant stress as birds undergo a complex process of feather renewal, muscle replenishment, and bone repair. Both cocks and hens experience this challenging phase, m…

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Best Vegetables for Canning, Dehydrating, and More 37:46

29d ago37:46

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What can you do with all the abundance that comes out of your garden? In this episode, Bevin Cohen of Small House Farm joins us to discuss his new book, The Heritage Pantry, and all the ways you can preserve your harvest, including best vegetables for canning, how to can fruits and vegetables, canning equipment, and more. More from Mother Earth New…

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Soil-to-Skin: Laura Sansone of New York Textile Lab on the Intersection of Growers and Designers 45:04

30d ago45:04

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This episode of Voices from the Field is part of our Soil-to-Skin podcast series, in which NCAT Carbon Farm Planners Allison Agee and Danielle Duni explore the relationships between soil health, fiber production, and market solutions. It is part of NCAT’s Climate Beneficial Fiber Partnership with Colorado State University, Carbon Cycle Institute, F…

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AgriCulture: The Bounty Around Us 6:46

1M ago6:46

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TURKANA FARMS, LLCGreen E-Market Bulletin August 12, 2024Folies Campagnardes, Bouquet and photo by Michel BergerinThe Bounty Around UsHi all, Mark here.It’s an odd time to be away from the farm, just when the garden is beginning to produce in earnest... Read More ›

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Episode 194 Heritage Cornish Chicken / Rooster Behavior with Janet Garman of Timber Creek Farm / Peach Cobbler / Vintage Chicken Figurines / 55:12

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In this week's episode we spotlight the surprisingly sweet and adorable heritage Cornish chicken. Janet Garman of Timber Creek Farm and Sawdust Publishing joins us to talk about rooster behaviors for new rooster keepers. We share our recipe for a delicious and easy late summer Peach Cobbler, and find some retail therapy with vintage chicken figurin…

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Ep208 - Chicken Chat on Modern Breeding Practices and Their Pitfalls 1:22:57

1M ago1:22:57

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Join us for an engaging discussion on Modern Breeding Practices and Their Pitfalls! After a brief hiatus, we returned with plans to explore the topic of molting. However, we ended up diving into the fascinating world of breeding methods instead. We covered a range of techniques and what it truly takes to successfully breed and create a new strain. …

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Audio Article: Can Chickens Hatch Ducks? 6:26

1M ago6:26

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Story by Marissa Ames, read by Kenny Coogan. Who knew that chickens were so good at raising ducklings? This story comes from the January/February 2024 issue of Grit magazine. For more resources, view this podcast https://BackyardPoultry.IAmCountryside.com/Eggs-Meat/Can-Chickens-Hatch-Ducks/ More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 Podcasts https:/…

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Soil-to-Skin: Tameka Peoples of Seed2Shirt Shares Her Journey 40:29

1M ago40:29

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Episode 356. Soil-to-Skin: Tameka Peoples of Seed2Shirt This episode of Voices from the Field continues our Soil-to-Skin podcast series, in which NCAT Carbon Farm Planners Allison Cooley-Agee and Danielle Duni explore the relationships between soil health, fiber production, and market solutions. It is part of NCAT’s Climate Beneficial Fiber Partner…

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Episode 193 Pilgrim Goose / Feeding Waterfowl with Nutrena's Mark and Twain / Judy's Meatballs / Goose Jewelry 51:51

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the beautiful American heritage breed Pilgrim goose. Mark Eggers and Twain Lockhart join us to discuss Nutrena's newest layer feed as well as the best ways to feed your waterfowl. We share Chrisie's mother-in-law's famous meatball recipe, and find some retail therapy with goose jewelry. Grubbly Farms - click her…

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Ep207 - Breeding a Healthier Strain with Pigeon Breeder, Frank McLaughlin. 1:18:52

1M ago1:18:52

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Success depends on you changing your mindset about health and disease prevention. As you know, I really like talking to breeders of all kinds. Breeding is breeding, and we can learn so much from great breeders, no matter the animal they are breeding. I too raise and breed pigeons, and having the opportunity to Interview a pigeon breeder has been on…

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Heritage Breed Update with the Livestock Conservancy 34:20

2M ago34:20

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In this episode, Jeannette Beranger of The Livestock Conservancy joins us for our annual heritage breed update. Jeannette shares more about the importance of breed conservation, a deep dive of the Livestock Conservancy list, and we discuss rare chicken breed and duck breed updates. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 Podcasts https://www.moth…

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Soil-to-Skin: Rebecca Burgess of Fibershed on Building Community 40:15

2M ago40:15

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This episode of Voices from the Field begins our “Soil to Skin” podcast series, in which NCAT Carbon Farm Planners Allison Cooley-Agee and Danielle Duni explore the relationships between soil health, fiber production, and market solutions. The series is part of NCAT’s Climate Beneficial Fiber Partnership with Colorado State University, Carbon Cycle…

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Ep 218 Horse Progress Days: We’re Happy to be Left in the Dust 39:02

2M ago39:02

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It’s time for Horse Progress Days! It’s one of our favorite events of the year, and this July it was held in Lancaster County, PA - just in time for the height of a national heatwave. Everyone soldiered on through, though, with nary a complaint to be found from this stoic bunch. It was a good thing everyone pushed through the heat until the close o…

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AgriCulture: Summer’s Turning Point 6:27

2M ago6:27

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TURKANA FARMS, LLC Green E-Market Bulletin July 30, 2024 The first brave turkeys venture outdoors, Photo by Mark Scherzer Summer’s Turning PointHi all, Mark here.I’m certainly not the only person who’s been dwelling on life transitions lately. During several... Read More ›

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Episode 192 Serama Chicken / Dr Stephanie Lamb - Avian Vet and Nutritional Advisor / Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread / Quictent Walk-In Run 54:02

2M ago54:02

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the tiny and beautiful Serama bantam. Dr Stephanie Lamb, avian vet and advisor to Lefeber/Emeraid, joins us to talk about supplements for poultry health. We share our recipe for delicious Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread, and find some retail therapy with the Quictent Walk-In Chicken Run. Grubbly Farms - click he…

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Ep206 - The Origins of the Domestic Chicken with Brian Reeder 30:30

2M ago30:30

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This is an interview I did with Brian Reeder, on April 2, 2023. Since then, we did 4 more interviews, discussing the many aspects of chicken genetics and color of plumage. All these interviews will be available for our members of the Breeders Academy. The first interview was originally a 5 hour talk, and we talked about: Inbreeding and Hybrid Vigor…

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Episode 191 East Indie Duck / Kristine Ellis, author of Raising Ducks / Kristine's Duck Egg Quiche / Duck Jewelry 57:11

2M ago57:11

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In this week's episode, we spotlight a gorgeous and rare bantam duck, the East Indie. Kristine Ellis, known for her Dunkin Ducks social media accounts, joins us to chat about her new book, Raising Ducks for Beginners and Beyond. We share Kristine's favorite recipe for Duck Egg Quiche, and provide some retail therapy with duck jewelry! Grubbly Farms…

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Ep205 - Bred to Perfection Live Q&A 59:09

2M ago59:09

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Join Kenny Troiano and his co-hosts Nancy Troiano, as they delve into the art of selective breeding and the development of new strains, discussing critical issues that impact breeders like yourself. In this episode of Bred to Perfection Live, we aim to address your questions and provide insights to propel you to the next level. Don’t miss out on th…

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Condors, Conservation, & You 36:41

2M ago36:41

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At one point, there were only 22 California condors left in the world. But, things are changing for the better. In this episode, Chris Parish of The Peregrine Fund shares about the work being done to reintroduce growing condor populations to the wild and how people are creating positive change in hunting and animal-management practices to reduce le…

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Ep 217 Erin Bradt: Helder Herdwyck Handful for a Happy Half Hour 33:31

2M ago33:31

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It’s time for a talk – a Shepherd’s Talk, that is. Every year, the New York State Sheep and Wool Festival has this popular segment available for shepherds, wannabe shepherds, ecologists, historians, and people who are just plain interested in fiber production from the ground up. Today’s talk is with Erin Bradt, of Helder Herdwyck Farm, where she ta…

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AgriCulture: To Everything There is a Season 6:21

2M ago6:21

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TURKANA FARMS, LLC Green E-Market Bulletin July 10, 2024 The apricots’ one day season, Photo by Mark Scherzer To Everything There is a SeasonHi all, Mark here.Sorry for the late bulletin. Blame it on the after-effects, which always hit... Read More ›

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Episode 190 Bielefelder Chicken / Help your Chickens Through a Heat Wave / Peach Meringue Pie / Chicken Jewelry 58:49

2M ago58:49

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In this week's episode we spotlight the Big, Beautiful Uber Chicken - the Bielefelder! Our main topic is all about ways you can help your birds through the heatwave that half of the planet is currently under. We share our recipe for a delicious, summery peach meringue pie, and find some retail therapy with the latest offerings of chicken jewelry on…

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Ep204 - So, You Want to Become a Dog Breeder? 1:26:03

2M ago1:26:03

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Join Kenny Troiano, as he talks about the interesting world of dog. In each topic, he will go deep into the art and science of breeding dogs. Becoming a reputable breeder requires more than just a love for dogs—it demands a profound understanding of genetics, evolutionary biology, animal husbandry, and the commitment to maintaining proper breed sta…

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