Best Design Talk Hawaii Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 80 - Installing In Hawaii 1:24:41

39m ago1:24:41

1:24:41

The episode may be a little bit late (what is 16 days really) but it finally happened! The project Mike, Kody, Christian, and Gareth have been talking about for months got installed! On this episode they dive deep on all the ups, downs, and bumps along the way.By Creative Conners Inc.

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Episode 79 - Spikemark 6 is coming! 1:38:39

2M ago1:38:39

1:38:39

We are just wrapping up™️ development the next version of Spikemark. Besides changing how cues are written, how many GO buttons are available, live speed adjustment mid-move, and a new authorization model, not much has changed 😂 Listen in as we dig into the details. Oh, and Christian got a new TV. And Gareth bought (another) lens.…

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Episode 78 - Absolutely Heading Hawaii

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The gang is back to chat about a big project heading to Hawaii (sshh… it’s secret, just between you and us). We’ve been tackling woes of absolute encoders and precision load cells. Laugh along as we cry.By Creative Conners Inc.

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Episode 77 - Talking Automation With Joe Jeremy 1:15:51

4M ago1:15:51

1:15:51

Gareth, Kody, and Christian got the chance to sit down and chat with Joe Jeremy! They started with Joe’s impressive career starting as a carpenter all the way through founding Niscon. Along the way they also got to talk about some of the cool projects Joe’s worked on all around the world.By Creative Conners Inc.

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Episode 76 - Bugs Lots Of Bugs 1:45:41

5M ago1:45:41

1:45:41

Mike, Kody, Christian, and Gareth have been squashing lots of bugs over the last month and have lots to say about them. In the midst of bug squashing Gareth also built a 6-axis show and Kody designed a new Stagehand.By Creative Conners Inc

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Join Us at Farm Resort: 2 Days of Game-Changing Farming Secrets with JM Fortier 26:21

5M ago26:21

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Join us at the Farm Resort in White Wright, Texas on April 27th and 28th for an event that will transform your farming skills. Learn from JM Fortier, an experienced market farmer and speaker. Get ready for workshops on boosting farm productivity, soil management, and innovative growing techniques. You'll also have the opportunity to see hands-on de…

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Episode 75 - CAT1 & USITT 1:31:56

6M ago1:31:56

1:31:56

Mike, Kody, Christian, and Gareth get together to chat about CAT1 stopping and brake sequencing for an upcoming job in Hawaii. Kody and Mike also recount some of the fun from USITT this year, all of which leads to an impromptu discussion about our headphones.By Creative Conners Inc.

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Farming After 50: Adapting for Mobility 31:48

6M ago31:48

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This talk with returning guests from Bouldin Food Forest. Vanessa Bates and Ben McConnell are for individuals interested in or currently engaged in market farming and navigating the new challenges and opportunities that come with being over 50. As we age, our physical capabilities can change, and once straightforward tasks may become more demanding…

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When Disaster Strikes: Real Stories of Farm Resilience & Recovery 44:04

6M ago44:04

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In September 2023, Bouldin Food Forest faced a test of strength and spirit when ferocious winds tore through their farm, ravaging structures and leaving chaos in their wake. In this heartfelt video, Vanessa and Ben unveil the reality of severe weather impacts on agriculture and share a powerful testament to resilience and recovery. Watch as they re…

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A Bigger in Texas Market Farm | Bouldin Food Forest 1:33:25

6M ago1:33:25

1:33:25

Meet Ben and Vanessa of Bouldin Food Forest serving the Austin, Texas market. Bouldin Food Forest grows rich, nutrient-dense food using regenerative agriculture methods. It’s a throwback to when agriculture was about craftsmanship, not industrial mechanization and chemicals favored by today’s large factory farms. The result: beautiful vegetables an…

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8 Profit Crops for Greenhouse Growing 1:49:43

7M ago1:49:43

1:49:43

The Greenhouse and Hoop House Grower's Handbook What crops make the most money in a Hoop House? What options do farmers need when growing year-round? What are ways big growers leverage every square inch of protected culture? Andrew Mefferd, the author of The Greenhouse and Hoop House Growers Handbook, discussed his motivation and observations in wr…

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Episode 74 - Tech Support & Product Summit 1:26:11

7M ago1:26:11

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Gareth, Mike, Kody, and Christian are back discussing some of the ever-green tech support issues and some of the new products that were proposed during Creative Conners’ annual product summit. All of this set to the dulcet tones of general contractors renovating the new offices.By Creative Conners Inc.

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GMO Vs. Hybrid Seeds- A Very Deep Dive with Andrew Mefferd 1:44:04

7M ago1:44:04

1:44:04

We dive deep. And we mean deep into how hybrid seeds are developed and brought to market with Andrew Mefferd. Andrew is the owner/editor of Growing For Market Magazine, author of The Greenhouse and Hoop House Grower's Handbook, and served many years at the trial farm at Johnny's Selected Seeds. His intense knowledge of seeds and the seed industry m…

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What Do Farm Nerds Talk About After Hours? 1:50:34

7M ago1:50:34

1:50:34

A family reunion of sorts, Bootstrap Farmer welcomes Andrew Mefferd, publisher of Growing for Market Magazine and author of The Greenhouse and Hoop House Grower's Handbook, to the studio, along with Bootstrap Farmers Director of Sales Randy Cummings & Customer Service Specialist Kari Danial. Host Nick, Randy, and Andrew have known each other for cl…

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Episode 73 - New, New, New 1:06:51

8M ago1:06:51

1:06:51

Gareth, Mike, Christian, and Kody are back discussing bringing New features to old controllers, big New Spikemark features, and the New ways they’re looking at the company and what they do.By Creative Conners Inc.

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Reaction to JM Fortier Interview by Bootstrap Farmer Podcast Crew 48:20

8M ago48:20

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In this reaction video, the Bootstrap Farmer Podcast crew dives deeper into the JM Fortier interview with Bootstrap Farmer ( https://youtu.be/Kd_jZnRaQbk ) and discus individual takeaways from @TheMarketGardeners TIMESTAMPS: 00:17 Intro 00:45 Farm Sustainability 09:59 School and Healthy Living 19:45 Increasing Greenhouse Production 27:38 Keeping Yo…

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Market Gardener Sales Channels 1:14:49

8M ago1:14:49

1:14:49

Being a Market Gardener means serving our buyers where they are most likely to convert into repeatable sales at prices to keep you thriving in your agricultural business. In this episode, we look at many sales opportunities small farms have to serve their markets through traditional farmers markets, direct-to-consumer delivery, partnerships, and ad…

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FARM AMBASSADOR, MICHAEL BELL, DALLAS 1/2 ACRE FARM 1:28:34

8M ago1:28:34

1:28:34

No stranger to the DFW growing community, Michael Bell runs a small farm just outside Dallas, TX. He sells direct to consumer seasonal salad veggies directly to his clients on his low-stress terms. If you think you need a lot of acreage or even a water supply, check out what Michael has accomplished, truly keeping a manageable scale as he bootstrap…

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Who Can Be a Market Gardener| Market Gardener Podcast by Bootstrap Farmer, Ep2 36:27

8M ago36:27

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Nick & Karl Binger of Market Garden Paris Natural Farms discuss the qualities of a great market gardener. Patience, planning, and hard work will go a long way as new farmers leave corporate jobs, start second incomes & plan retirement income goals. ************************************ Thanks for listening. Bootstrap Farmer! ► Subscribe and hit the …

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What is a Market Gardener? | Market Gardener by Bootstrap Farmer, Ep 1 1:04:11

9M ago1:04:11

1:04:11

Are you a Gardener, Hobby Farm, Farmer, or Market Gardner? Bootstrap Farmer supports all growers no matter where they are scaled. But in this new Market Gardener series, we are diving deep into what drives local food and food economics through the lens of farmers working their land year-round. In this first episode, Nick & Karl Binger of Paris Natu…

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Jean-Martin Fortier A Celebration of Small Farming 1:05:44

9M ago1:05:44

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Bootstrap Farmer engages in an enlightening conversation with legendary Jean-Martin Fortier @TheMarketGardeners on various subjects concerning the state of small-scale farming as a profession. We share the belief that there's a vast potential to cater to all market sizes, and it's crucial now more than ever for those at the forefront of this sector…

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Bonus 2023 Year End Review 1:02:09

9M ago1:02:09

1:02:09

Kody, Christian, Mike, and Gareth are here to look back on 2023 in this very special bonus episode.By Creative Conners Inc.

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Episode 71 - Geffen Vortek Retrofit 1:22:28

9M ago1:22:28

1:22:28

Kody, Christian, Mike, and Gareth chat for 4 hours about the Geffen Vortek retrofit that Kody and Christian were just on site for, and even in this abridged version they follow all the tangents.By Creative Conners Inc.

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Episode 70 - New Services, Tangents, and Farewells 1:07:21

10M ago1:07:21

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Mike, Kody, Christian, Harry, and Gareth are back at it introducing some new service offerings from Creative Conners. In the midst of all the new they(Kody) experience some technical difficulties and really lean into the “other cool tech” part of the show with some tangents about Windows and cameras. Finally they say farewell to Harry as he moves o…

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Episode 69 - New And Improved 1:01:36

11M ago1:01:36

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The gang's all here! Kody, Christian, Harry, Mike, and Gareth are back this time discussing the upcoming improvements to Spikemark groups, the brand new Spotline Mini, and some cool new features in Fusion 360. Along the way they get distracted with Christian’s impeccable naming skills as well as a few other things.…

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Episode 68 - Gareth’s Back With Some Custom Jobs, Cool Sensors, And Fun Business News 1:21:11

12M ago1:21:11

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Gareth’s back on the podcast with Christian, Kody, Harry, and Mike. They have lots to say about some custom jobs, new products, cool sensors, and much more.By Creative Conners Inc

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Everything You Want to Know About Soil Blocks | Mindful Farmer, Sean Pessarra 49:14

1y ago49:14

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Mindful Garden's Sean Pessarra has made hundreds of thousands if not a million soil blocks over his farming career. He is also the inventor of the Mindful Gardener Soil Block Drop Seeder. In this interview, Sean discusses the how-to's, whats, and whys of Soil Blocking for seed starting. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:38 What is soil blocking 01:23 What …

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Meet Sean Pessarra, The Mindful Farmer, Toolmaker, Hoop House Builder, and Small Farm Supporter 1:07:16

1y ago1:07:16

1:07:16

Join Sean Pessarra, Nick, and Karl Binger and learn how Sean, the founder of Mindful Farmer, and learn how he took his part-time beekeeping operation in Texas and transformed it into a full-time sustainable agriculture business rich in experience that has led to an amazing career serving farmers through better tools and consulting. This is part 1 o…

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Episode 67 - The Custom Tsunami Continues 1:15:56

1y ago1:15:56

1:15:56

On this episode Kody, Christian, and Harry talk about the influx of custom projects. From building lifts in the parking lot to tricky servo installs. Oh yah and on top of all that we’re moving shops!By Creative Conners Inc.

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How to Start Zero Waste Compost 51:53

1y ago51:53

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Have you always wanted to start composting but didn’t know where to start or what to buy? In this episode, Neil Kaufman from Dallas College will show you how to get started with zero-waste composting at home or on your market farm. Learn the basics of setting up and managing a zero-waste composting system, and see why it's an easy win for both you …

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Episode 66 - The Tsunami of Custom Jobs 4:13:56

1y ago4:13:56

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Kody, Christian, and Harry are back talking about the myriad of custom design and stock product design going on in July. In between all the design talk they also squeeze in some Spikemark feature teasers and a really really really cool Spikemark pro tip. Additionally they get another perspective on how to name a four post lift and a book recommenda…

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Aquaponic Farming in Hawaii- Scaling a Farm for Food Security in Remote Regions 58:52

1y ago58:52

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A re-release of our 1st interview with Kupu Place Farm’s Anthony Mau. In this 2021 Interview, Anthony was beginning year 3 of production on his Honolulu, Hawaii Aquaponic farm featuring shallow water culture raft beds, microgreen production, and edible flowers. Learn about some of the history of agriculture in Hawaii and how this current farm sits …

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Kupu Place Farms: Innovations in Aquaponic Lettuce, Microgreen, & Edible Flower Production 57:19

1y ago57:19

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Welcome back to Kupu Place, 2023! Bootstrap Farmer revisits Anthony Mau of Kupu Place Farms for a year 5 catch up. Since the last time, we spoke they have acquired a second location to serve the Hawaiian Islands ever growing food needs. This is an interesting look at the differences in how a farm business owner group looks at solving food security …

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Episode 65 - Stagehands, custom projects, and more Stagehands 1:07:10

1y ago1:07:10

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The Stagehand Pro 5 is officially released! With the Pro 5 out in the wild Harry, Kody, and Christian talk about the last push of development and testing on it. As well as some of the custom projects working through the shop right now.By Creative Conners Inc

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Moving States to Start New Farms 57:09

1+ y ago57:09

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Two transplants move to Texas to start new farms. Karl Binger (Paris Natural Farm) and Bootstrap Farmer's own Karl Russell discuss moving to a new state and starting a farm from scratch. Find out how they carved out their market, moved chickens across America, and how no one ever told them about fire ants before moving into a HOT growing zone. www.…

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Episode 64 - Digging Into Positioning In Spikemark 42:20

1+ y ago42:20

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Mike, Kody, and Christian chat through how Spikemark and the Stagehand convert the encoder feedback into usable distances and then how the Stagehand remembers that position. They also explore how target tolerance, max position error, and position lag time all play a role in motion.By Creative Conners

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Episode 63 - Talking Automation With Brian Fauska 1:14:49

1+ y ago1:14:49

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Kody, Harry, Mike, and Christian continue the series of peer interviews this time with Brian Fauska. Brian recently joined the team at Creative Conners but before that he worked for Seattle Rep for over a decade, and he recounts some of the cool effects he’s done as well as some unfortunate baths in hydraulic fluid.…

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Episode 62 - Fast Projects and Tools 1:19:09

1+ y ago1:19:09

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Mike, Kody, Christian, and Harry talk about a couple quick turn around projects, recount USITT 2023, and then dive deep into the top tools to bring onto site.By Creative Conners

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Agricultural Strategies to Address Food Security | Visiting Farmers Markets in Africa 25:02

1+ y ago25:02

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Bootstrap Farmers’ Farmer-in-Residence, Karl Binger, recently visited Tanzania to observe and learn about small-scale farming practices in rural parts of the country. From working the land with manual tools to sourcing seeds for crops, Karl learned about some of the challenges that these farmers face every day. Check out our Free Resources: https:/…

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Episode 61 - Product Development and Installation 1:03:46

1+ y ago1:03:46

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Mike, Kody, and Christian talk about how the development of Spotline v2 and Stagehand Pro 5 are coming along, and Mike shares some insights from installing some of the gear on site. They also tease some new features in Spikemark and new swag that will be shown off at USITT both 339.By Creative Conners Inc.

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147. Finley’s Birth Story

1+ y ago

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The long awaited birth story! We have been a little busy in the Sheppard house, we have been thinking of y’all and looking forward to this episode. We didn’t intend to wait a year to release it but here it is! Enjoy the wild ride of birth. Happy first Birthday to our beautiful boy.By Husband and Wife Talk

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Journey to Successful Farm Life with Jill Ragan of Whispering Willow Farm 1:07:30

1+ y ago1:07:30

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Join us as we sit down with Jill Ragan of Whispering Willow Farm and learn about her journey to successful farm life. From publishing her book, "Tiny But Mighty Farm," to making the transition with her husband, Nate, to build out the market farm of their dreams. She shares advice for those looking to make similar transitions and discusses her ongoi…

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From Beginner Gardener to Creating a Vision of Localized Change: ATL Grow | Milan Turner 1:29:22

1+ y ago1:29:22

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Milan Turner was just a beginner gardener, but his journey to inspire others and bring change to his South Atlanta community started with a single basil plant. Now, he's created something amazing - a demonstration garden to provide fresh food access for people living in neighboring food deserts. Learn how Milan started, went viral, and created a vi…

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Episode 60 - Talking Automation With Bo Bogaev 59:17

1+ y ago59:17

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Kody, Harry, Mike, and Christian continue our peer interview series with Bo Bogaev. Bo recently joined our merry band of automation misfits, settling here in Rhode Island after nearly a decade on the road as head carpenter for numerous Broadway tours.By Creative Conners

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Heating Your Hoop House in the Winter & Pricing Your Farm Products | Market Farmer Q&A Podcast 33:58

1+ y ago33:58

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Answering your questions about heating hoop houses, supplies & why Bootstrap Farmer packages items in the quantities we do. For more growing resources, visit: https://www.bootstrapfarmer.com/pages/resources Like this podcast? Leave a review to let us know!By Bootstrap Farmer

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Answering Your Questions: Response to "Your seed trays are made in China" 33:58

1+ y ago33:58

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In this podcast, you'll learn how to get the most out of your hoop house and low tunnel. Then take a deep dive into the value of visiting other farms to learn more about what your own farm needs. We'll also look at the research and development cycle necessary for creating new products and how long it takes to move production overseas to the USA. ht…

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Elements of Hydroponics | with Drew Demler, Big Tex Urban Farms part 1 21:25

1+ y ago21:25

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In this series, Drew Demler of Big Tex Urban Farms will break down the top lessons from thousands of questions he has been asked about hydroponic farming. Big Tex Urban Farms is a demonstration greenhouse at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas. Drew and his team oversee many systems of hydroponic farming including deep water culture, vine crops in du…

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NRCS Approved! Grants for your Homestead 43:23

1+ y ago43:23

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Part 2 with The Nakid Gardeners Tory & Sidney Holland on their NRCS High Tunnel Grant. Nick discusses other examples of navigating NRCS projects around the country. For move NRCS info and downloadable paperwork to get your grant started, visit: Video Link: https://youtu.be/I0qeGTxIsUE https://www.bootstrapfarmer.com/pages/nrcs-high-tunnel-initiativ…

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Episode 59 - Spotlines Stagehands and Onsite Madness 1:41:03

1+ y ago1:41:03

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Kody and Christian dive deep on some exciting Spotline and Stagehand developments while Mike recounts some of the big tech support woes from last month.By Creative Conners

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Meet the Nakid Gardeners | Homesteading in Zone 8a | Bootstrap Farmer 51:57

1+ y ago51:57

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Do you want to learn about gardening and homesteading but be able to do things your own way? Do you want some solid gardening tips without feeling boxed into a mold in order to fit in? We've got the Podcast for you! We sat down with The Nakid Gardeners to talk about how they started their YouTube channel, what their priorities are for their homeste…

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