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1 Season 3 Episode 4 –with Leigh Geschwill, Owner and Sales Manager of F & B Farms and Nursery 45:35
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Keeping It Green team travels to Oregon’s Willamette Valley to interview Leigh Geschwill, Owner and Sales Manager of F & B Farms and Nursery. Leigh offers a behind-the-scenes look at her family’s third-generation business, which includes a wholesale greenhouse operation producing annuals, organic herb and vegetable starts, potted flowers, fall décor, and poinsettias for the Pacific Northwest. On the farm side, F & B also manages commercial hop production and runs a small, seasonal garden center serving the local community. Leigh, a past president of both the Oregon Association of Nurseries and the Horticultural Research Institute (HRI), shares her leadership journey and explains HRI’s role in funding critical research—from plant disease resistance to consumer behavior—through a $20 million self-funded endowment and strategic government partnerships. The conversation also touches on labor shortages in the ornamental plant industry, compares the collaborative nature of Oregon’s ag groups with Pennsylvania’s more fragmented structure, and explores how to inspire the next generation to pursue careers in horticulture. Episode Hosts/Speakers: Sandy Feather, Penn State Extension (host) Tim Abbey, Penn State Extension (host) Leigh Geschwill, Owner and Sales Manager of F & B Farms and Nursery Caption – The Willamette Valley’s growing conditions, mild and moist winters with dry summers make for great seed production and harvesting conditions. This is a picture of one of the research facilities that looks at qualities and disease resistance. Photo: Tom Butzler, Penn State Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJoin us as Alyssa shares her journey in horticulture, which began with childhood greenhouse visits alongside her great-grandmother. In this episode, she talks about how her passion blossomed through school, eventually leading her to study horticulture at Penn College. Alyssa's career took root at Hershey Gardens, where she started as the Children’s Garden caretaker and, over 15 years, grew into the role of Horticultural Manager. Now, she oversees popular spaces like the Rose, Sensory, and Japanese gardens and leads a partnership with Penn State, testing new plants at Hershey Gardens. Episode Hosts/Speakers: Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension (host) Alyssa Hagerman, horticultural manager at Hershey Gardens Photo credit: Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWeeks of rain and several days of warm weather have sparked an array of color and growth in Pennsylvania's landscapes. On the latest episode of The Green Industry podcast, our team examines the changes in plant and insect life occurring statewide. We delve into the prevalence of invasive species and wonder if there is connection between the uptick in 'mulch volcanoes' and social media. Episode Hosts/Speakers: Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension (host) Tim Abbey, Penn State Extension (host) Sandy Feather, Penn State Extension (host) Caption – A mulch volcano around the trunk of a shade tree. Photo courtesy of Tom Butzler Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLittle Swatara Creek Flowers was born when Christine Williams decided to grow the flowers for her daughter's wedding on their family farm. This choice led to a shift, with cut flowers gradually taking over parts of the land traditionally dedicated to livestock and crops. Join us as we dive into how this business came to life, highlighting the importance of soil health and the knowledge Christine acquired to kickstart her journey into cut flower farming. Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension (host) Christine Williams, owner of Little Swatara Creek Flowers Image: Sunflowers are just one of the crops grown by Little Swatara Creek Flowers. Photo courtesy of Tom Butzler Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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1 Season 2 Episode 5: Michelle Catania, Morton Arboretum’s Green Industry Outreach Coordinator 46:47
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Green Industry podcast team jumps into mid-west horticulture with Michelle Catania, the Green Industry Outreach Coordinator at Morton Arboretum. This interview offers a journey through time, exploring the legacy of the Morton family, pivotal in the inception of Arbor Day and the establishment of the sprawling 1800-acre Morton Arboretum. The interview extends beyond the Morton family, exploring the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 and its impact on urban soil. The discussion addresses challenges beyond Chicago's boundaries, focusing on the hurdles prairie soils pose in nurturing tree growth. And what does a boat anchor have to do with planting trees? Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tim Abbey, Penn State Extension (host) Michelle Catania, Morton Arboretum’s Green Industry Outreach Coordinator Image: Urban soils can be tough on trees in cities throughout the US. Vinnie Cotrone, Penn State Extension Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJoin the Keeping It Green podcast team as we talk with Sam Hoadley, the Manager of Horticultural Research at Mt. Cuba Center . Discover how a small organization makes a significant impact! During our conversation, we delve into their research trials, where the team assesses native plants and associated cultivars for their horticultural and ecological significance. And how many young children realize their passion for the plant world early on? Listen to Sam's unique journey and insights. Episode Hosts/Speakers: Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tim Abbey, Penn State Extension (host) Sam Hoadley, Manager of Horticultural Research at Mt. Cuba Center Image: The Mt. Cuba Center conducted a four-year trial assessing the horticultural characteristics, robustness, and suitability of 70 various species and cultivars of Carex plants. Carex muskingumensis ‘Oehme’ was rated among the top performers of this evaluation. Photo of Carex muskingumensis ‘Oehme’ by Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJoin the podcast team as we trace Nancy Knauss' fascination with plants from an early age to leading horticulture tours across the world with her company, Xylem Excursions . Her philosophy is that these horticulture tours are a gateway to history, food, culture, and the connections that plants weave into our daily lives. Episode Hosts/Speakers: Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Sandy Feather, Penn State Extension (host) Nancy Knauss, Xylem Excursions Image: 2023 Horticulture tour at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. Nancy Knauss, Xylem Excursion Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIs it possible to talk about brown tree snakes, Creedence Clearwater Revival, owls, swimming pools, Guam, bees, and Furby stuffed animals in one podcast? The Keeping it Green podcast team pulled it off with the assistance of Penn State Entomology Postdoctoral Scholar Nash Turley. Join us as we talk to the globe-trotting ecologist Nash Turley and his adventures in the world of ecological research. We’ll also spend some time on his effort with the Pennsylvania bee monitoring program. Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension (host) Tim Abbey, Penn State Extension (host) Nash Turley, Penn State Entomology Postdoctoral Scholar Image: Nash Turley explaining the finer points in netting bees. Photo: Val Sesler, Penn State Extension Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedListeners are invited to explore disc golf courses' basic design and maintenance principles. With disc golf’s surging popularity, Penn State Extension Educator Glen Bupp discusses the unique aspects distinguishing disc golf courses from traditional ball golf counterparts. The team also looks at the pivotal issue of invasive species, showcasing how the management of disc golf courses serves as an opportunity to promote environmental stewardship and biodiversity. And how can a simple sunflower seed spark a lifelong pursuit in horticulture? Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension (host) Glen Bupp, Penn State Extension Image: Disc golf basket, Hole #1, at Deer Lakes Disc Golf Course in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. Leaves can add beauty to the landscape even when not on the tree. Glen Bupp, Penn State Extension Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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1 Season 1 Episode 29: Mark Sellew with Prides Corner Farms 47:44
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedJoin the podcast team as they journey to Connecticut to chat with Mark Sellew of Prides Corner Farms . Mark shares the intriguing story of transitioning from greenhouse tomatoes to ornamentals 44 years ago. With four locations in Connecticut, the farm now cultivates 3,000 plant varieties and employs 700 during peak seasons. Mark unveils secrets to the operation's success, including insights into a Black Swan event. Tune in to what challenges Mark off the farm. Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tim Abbey, Penn State Extension (host) Mark Sellew, Prides Corner Farms Image: Colorful sugar maple leaves can add beauty to the landscape even when not on the tree. Photo: Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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1 Season 1 Episode 28: Hugh Weldon and Dan Bangert with The Professional Grounds Management Society 1:00:07
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedResidential landscapers specialize in creating and maintaining outdoor spaces for individual homeowners, focusing on aesthetics and personalized design. In contrast, grounds managers of institutions oversee larger outdoor areas, emphasizing not only aesthetics but also safety and events. Listen to the interview with Hugh Weldon and Dan Bangert as they talk about their humble beginnings, falling off dump trucks and life in Ireland, and their journey managing institutional grounds. The two also explain the benefits of The Professional Grounds Management Society . And how does battery-powered equipment fit into their operations? Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Sandy Feather, Penn State Extension (host) Hugh Weldon , Grounds Manager with Villanova University Dan Bangert , Grounds Team Leader with Pennsylvania Hospital Image: Maturing fruit of spicebush ( Lindera benzoin ) by Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Keeping It Green podcast team takes a dive into the challenges faced during the summer growing season. Maybe the podcast title should have been "The Landscaping Apocalypse" instead of “Summer Wrap-Up?" The group had a realistic discussion about the invasive pests and ecological problems that plagued landscapes during these hot months. We wrap on a positive note, shifting focus to some of our favorite fall activities. (What is the Phantom Fall Fest?) Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension (host) Tim Abbey, Penn State Extension (host) Sandy Feather, Penn State Extension (host) Photo: Over 300,000 acres of state-owned land in Pennsylvania were sprayed to manage spongy moth populations in 2023. Image courtesy of Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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1 Season 1 Episode 26: Talking About Ticks with Amy Korman, Extension Educator with Penn State 49:52
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedPennsylvania has become a hot spot for tick-borne diseases with the dubious distinction of ranking #1 in the country for the number of Lyme disease cases per year. Amy Korman, a Penn State Educator, joins the podcast team to discuss the complex tick lifecycle, who is at most risk to exposure, and some management techniques. What is an accidental entomologist? And finally, why does Amy like to play in a really terrible orchestra? Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension (host) Tim Abbey, Penn State Extension (host) Amy Korman , Penn State Extension Image: Each dot represents one case of Lyme disease. Note the concentration in Pennsylvania. Image courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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1 Season 1 Episode 25: Landscape Design with Claudia West of Phyto Studio 50:24
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFrom her origins in East Germany to her current role as the principal of Phyto Studio, Claudia West's story is intertwined with the significance of North American native plants. Tune in to today's podcast episode to unravel Claudia's remarkable journey and gain insights into her perspective on landscape design. For Claudia, landscape design transcends mere decoration; it serves as a conduit to amplify biological diversity. By seamlessly melding aesthetics with ecological richness, she perceives each design as an avenue to reintroduce people to the wonders of nature. And what is her favorite North American native plant? Tim Abbey, Penn State Extension (host) Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension (host) Claudia West, Penn State Master Gardener, Co-Author of Planting in a Post-Wild World: Designing Plant Communities for Resilient Landscapes Image: A curved walkway with benches allows visitors to the Pollinator and Bird Garden to cross over the pond in the Penn State Arboretum . The planting design was created by Claudia West with Phyto Studio. Photo by Patrick Mansell, Penn State Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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1 Season 1 Episode 24: Conversation with Erin Kinley, Penn State Master Gardener 50:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSo how did a Nebraska farm girl, raised on an animal/row crop operation, become interested in horticulture? And what brought her to the East Coast? Tune in as Erin Kinley talks about her path from the farm to the coordinator of Penn State’s Master Gardener program in Eastern Pennsylvania. Plus, she’ll talk about the training and educational efforts of the 4,000-plus Master Gardener volunteer base. And what is the difference between a garden club and Master Gardener? Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension (host) Erin Kinley, Penn State Area Master Gardener Coordinator Master Gardener Manual American Society for Horticultural Science National Award Winner! In full color and with nearly 600 photographs, this 800-page hardback book provides basic horticultural knowledge in botany; plant propagation; soil health and fertilizer management; plant pathology and diseases; entomology; integrated pest management; lawn care; vegetable gardening; indoor, herbaceous, woody, and native plants; tree fruit and small fruit; weeds and invasive species; and pruning. Order yours today! Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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1 Season 1 Episode 23: The Perennial Challenge of Invasives, a Conversation with Dr. Victoria Smith, State Entomologist of Connecticut 47:46
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe team ventures into the regulatory landscape of the horticulture industry with a conversation with Dr. Victoria Smith, the State Entomologist of Connecticut. One of the main roles of Vicky’s position is to address the perennial challenge of invasives. Why are some organisms tough to contain (emerald ash borer, spongy moth, etc.) and others, such as the Asian long-horned beetle, a regulatory success? One of the bread-and-butter plants for landscapes is boxwoods. Vicky talks about the devastation of boxwood blight to their nursery industry and how they recovered and emerged stronger on the other side. Plus, what insect keeps her and other regulatory officials up at night? Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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1 Season 1 Episode 22: “A Variety of Horticultural Topics” With the Keeping It Green Podcast Team 50:13
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe podcast team gets together to kick around their thoughts on a variety of horticultural topics and asks several deep questions: Why are there all those planes flying around central Pennsylvania? What is stressing out the sycamores across the state, causing the leaves to turn ‘crispy’? And on the hunt for clues in arborvitae branch dieback. Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension Sandy Feather, Penn State Extension Tim Abbey, Penn State Extension Photo: Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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1 Season 1 Episode 21: Conversation with Tim Vela of United Veterans Construction and Landscape Solutions, Inc. 51:58
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe podcast team heads out to the southwest to chat with Tim Vela of United Veterans Construction and Landscape Solutions, Inc. Tim’s early exposure to horticulture started when his mother gave him the ‘keys’ to the push lawnmower and sent him off into the neighborhood to find some lawns that needed cutting. Many years later, he is now involved in the maintenance of commercial developments and colleges. Tim is also involved with the National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Veterans in Landscape Network . Tim chats about how it’s a win/win for everyone involved , from the companies that hire veterans to the veterans themselves. Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tim Abbey, Penn State Extension (host) Tim Vela, United Veterans Construction and Landscape Solutions, Inc. , and member of the National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Veterans in Landscape Network Photo: Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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1 Season 1 Episode 20: Talking with Jeff Fowler and Tanner Delvalle, Hosts from Penn State’s Fresh Cut Grass Podcast 1:07:58
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Keeping It Green podcast team joins forces with Penn State Extension’s Fresh Cut Grass podcast crew. Can enthusiasts of woody and herbaceous plants get along with fans of turfgrass? Tune in as the crew talks about some of the most common mistakes that the hosts and guests see in the landscape. Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension (host) Tim Abbey, Penn State Extension (host) Sandy Feather, Penn State Extension (host) Jeff Fowler, host of Penn State Extension’s Fresh Cut Grass podcast Tanner Delvalle, host of Penn State Extension’s Fresh Cut Grass podcast Fresh Cut Grass podcast Photo: Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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1 Season 1 Episode 19: Talking with Cat Meholic, Horticulturist from the Hagley Museum and Library and co-founder of Women in Horticulture 52:07
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMargaret and Tom cover ground with Cat Meholic, a Horticulturist from the Hagley Museum and Library and co-founder of Women in Horticulture . History and horticulture collide as Cat talks about her role in recreating many of the plantings in the former DuPont Estate. While the Hagley Museum and Library grounds are no longer dangerous, how does the Museum acknowledge their explosive history today? Finally, Cat Meholic explores the beginning and purpose of Women in Horticulture. Episode Hosts/Speakers: Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension (host) Cat Meholic , Horticulturist from the Hagley Museum and Library and co-founder of Women in Horticulture Photo: Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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1 Season 1 Episode 18: Talking with Tim Martinez, LandCare’s West Division and Mari Medrano, CoCal Landscape Services, Inc. 44:50
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedToday’s podcast is crowded as Margaret and Tim chat with Tim Martinez and Mari Medrano about their career journeys and respective companies. They also delve into their efforts with the National Association of Landscape Professionals to ensure a strong voice for Hispanic landscapers in the industry. Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tim Abbey, Penn State Extension (host) Tim Martinez, Executive Vice President of LandCare’s West Division Mari Medrano, Human Resources Director for CoCal Landscape Services, Inc. National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Latino Landscape Network Photo: Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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1 Season 1 Episode 17: Talking with Tyler Pollock, Dendro Tree & Landscapes LLC 56:32
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedStarting a business in any industry can be daunting and challenging for young adults. But also exciting! The podcast team talks to Tyler Pollock about his early experiences in the tree care profession and his journey to creating his own company. The wide-ranging conversation covers oak wilt treatment, interaction with homeowners, to the influence of his father’s horticulture experience. Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension (host) Tim Abbey, Penn State Extension (host) Tyler Pollock, Dendro Tree & Landscapes LLC Photo: Tim Abbey, Penn State Extension Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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1 Season 1 Episode 16: Jenny Girard with RM Landscape and Stephanie Leveling of BOSS, Members of the National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Women in Landscape Network 47:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe landscape industry has traditionally been male-dominated. But female participation is increasing, and the benefits of diversity in the workplace can bring new perspectives and skills. But it can also present unique challenges. Jenny and Stephanie are part of the National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Women in Landscape Network which creates a community to connect and empower women in the landscape industry. Join in as we hear their backgrounds, journeys, perspectives, and stories. Margaret Pickoff, Penn State Extension (host) Sandy Feather, Penn State Extension (host) Jenny Girard, RM Landscape Stephanie Leveling, BOSS National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Women in Landscape Network Photo: Tom Butzler, Penn State Extension Keeping It Green has an email: keepingitgreen@psu.edu Do you have a suggestion for a future episode? Want more information on something we talked about? Send us your questions and comments, or just say hello! We would love to hear from you! Check out Penn State Extension's Green Industry Team website !…
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