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In this episode, we’ll learn how a small rice farm near Jacksonville, Florida transformed to include an orchard, farm-to-table restaurant, an event space, and even the chance to take a hike with goats. Scott Meyer and Lindsay Scott are the owners of Congaree and Penn. In our interview today, Scott and Lindsay will explain why they decided to open a restaurant that highlights regional produce and specialty dishes from local chefs as well as how impactful having an agritourism hotspot has been since the start of the pandemic.  Check out Congaree and Penn HERE: https://www.congareeandpenn.com/ Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we will be talking with a few guests from a Texas-based winery that is putting the Lonestar state on the map when it comes to winemaking and offers Texans a unique tourism opportunity. Agustina Vin is located in Fredericksburg, Texas, just under two hours west of Austin. The 60-acre winery was planted in 2017 with over 10 different varieties that are well suited for the Texas climate. Today, the winery offers wine tastings, tours, and an online wine store with over 20 varieties that have been awarded by several organizations like the Texas International Wine Competition and the San Francisco International Wine Competition.   https://augustavin.com/ Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Follow us over on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ This week, we will be talking with Rob Rastovich an Oregon rancher who runs his family's 100-year-old ranch and also works as the Chief Technology Officer for ThingLogix, an IoT or Internet of Things company focused on helping businesses create applications that run on Amazon Web Services. Rob has an extremely interesting background in developing technology geared towards the Internet of Things and working with Oregon breweries to supply his cattle with a unique type of feed. Rob's family ranch, called Barley Beef, uses spent grain from beer brewing in their feed and also offers direct-to-consumer purchases both in terms of cuts of beef as well as whole cow. Barely Beef Website: https://www.barleybeef.com/ ThingLogix Website: https://www.thinglogix.com/ Chirpley.com: https://www.chirpley.com/ Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Check out all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week I’m chatting with Donna Kilpatrick from Heifer International, a global nonprofit working to eradicate poverty and hunger through sustainable, values-based holistic community development. Heifer International was kind enough to sponsor this interview with Donna. In our interview today, Donna and I will talk about her background and start with Heifer International, what regenerative farming practice looks like at the ranch, how we can balance sustainability while also trying to feed the world and her corgi that she is training to be a cattle dog.   Heifer International Website Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Check out all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we will be talking about an intriguing technology in the agriculture and food science space, cultured meat aka real meat, but made in a lab. Alex Shirazi is a startup advisor, author, and podcast host who has a deep understanding of the cell-cultured meat industry. Alex has advised many startup businesses, some of which are seeking to develop new cultured meat technologies. He has also built The Cultured Meat Symposium which is aimed at bringing together leaders in the cell-cultured meat world. Alex also co-wrote a book titled “Where do hotdogs come from?” which is a kid's book about cellular agriculture and the future of meat production. In our interview, Alex and I will chat about his background, the processes of making cultured meats, if this technology is a replacement for normal meat or if it’s just another choice for consumers. We’ll also dive deep into how taste and texture are extremely important when developing these meats and how the meat proteins and fats are created. I went into this episode knowing very little about this technology and learn so much from Alex and I think you will too. Cultured Meat and Future of Food Podcast Where do hotdogs come from? - Book website Alex on Twiter Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Check out all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we will be talking to Neil Dudley from Pederson’s Farms, a direct-to-consumer meat company. Neil has helped Pederson Farms see a 1000% revenue growth over the past 10 years. Neil is passionate about the agriculture industry, sustainable farming and ranching practices, and the western lifestyle. In our interview, Neil and I chat about his background and the background of Pederson Farms, what sustainability looks like on the farm, his passion for cowboy life and western culture, the impact the tv show Yellowstone has had on culture, and the mentality of “No Days Off.” And when you’re done listening, be sure to check out Pederson Farms’ website as well as their podcast, Powdered by Protein Podcast that’s also hosted by Neil. Check out Pederson's Farms Website for more! Powdered by Protein Podcast Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ Talking Points Neil's background History of Pederson's Farms What does sustainability look like on the farm? Beef and pork products from one farm? What does your direct-to-consumer model look like? Developing "Grit" The 'Cowboy Perspective" Meal kits include Whole 30 and no sugar Pederson’s Podcast: Powered by Protein! “Making the Best Better.” And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Check out all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guests today are Hayley and Stephanie Painter. The sisters grew up on a dairy farm in Pennsylvania and have created a yogurt brand called "Painterland Sisters." Painterland Sisters Website: https://painterlandsisters.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/painterlandsisters/ Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Check out all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maaaaaaan this is a good one. My guest today is Phillip Stutts, an absolute legend in the marketing game. Phillip is the author of The Undefeated Marketing System and the founder of Win Big Media. Follow Phillip:  Website: www.phillipstutts.com Instagram: @phillipstutts Facebook:@ceophillipstutts LinkedIn: Phillip Stutts Twitter: @phillipstutts Phillip's book: The Undefeated Marketing System - How to Grow Your Business and Build Your Audience Using the Secret Formula That Elects Presidents (2021) Phillip's background Background Interviews/Podcasts/ESPN, CBS, FOX BUSINESS, political campaigns... Interviews with legends like Gary Vee, Paul Finebaum, worked on countless political campaigns, etc What have you learned during your work on political campaigns? Marketing your political figure. Finding your audience. What can the average joe learn from this? Marketing your brand? Branding in five easy steps - What is your marketing strategy and how did you develop it. How Data and AI can help you market your business. How can farmers, ranchers, anyone in the ag industry use this strategy? Book - The Undefeated Marketing System Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Check out all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guests today are Thomas Addison II and Jeff Manley from Red, White, and Blue Farms in Willison, Florida. Links mentioned in the show: https://redwhiteandbluesfarm.com/ https://www.facebook.com/RedWhiteAndBlueFarms https://handafarms.com/ Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Check out all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Franck Groeneweg, a farmer that has one amazing story. Franck grew up in France, moved to Iowa, then Canada, and now Montana, farming all along the way. In our interview today, Franck and I chat about his background, why he and his family practice regenerative agriculture, the importance of building relationships with other farmers, and much, much more! Franck on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FranckGroeneweg Living Sky Grains Website: https://livingskygrains.com/ Talking Points Franck's background - Farming in France, Iowa, Canada, Montana Growing wheat, canola, chickpea Growing spring and winter wheat, canola, Chickpeas and Flax in regenerative agriculture practices on 15,000 ac. What is regenerative agriculture? Is regenerative agriculture worth it? For both you and the environment? Starting flour mill and setting up a direct to consumer business Selling to bakeries “Products with the best nutritive quality" Starting a flour mill and oil press Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This story is pretty darn cool. Luke is a student who saw a need for more students getting involved in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) careers. To fix that problem, Luke started his own business, AgTechSteam, which creates agriculture and science-themed experiment boxes! How cool is that?! Luke saw a problem and built a solution. In our chat today, Luke and I talk about his inspiration behind the boxes, why he believes these boxes should be FREE, and who he looks up to. AgTechSteam Website AgTechSteam on Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Check out all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Rob Stone, a 4th generation farmer in Saskatchewan, Canada. Rob also worked as the director of the Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat) which works at helping grow the Saskatchewan wheat industry. In our chat today, Rob and I talk about his family's history in farming, no-till and glyphosate usage on the farm, environmental issues, and much more! Rob on Twitter Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Check out all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is the future of investing in farmland? And can crowdfunding be a huge tool for both farmers and investors? My guest today is Brandon Silveira, a fourth-generation farmer, real estate investor, and expert in farm management who founded FarmFundr. Brandon and I will chat about the start of FarmFundr, how farmland investment has changed in years past, and if the agriculture industry can take advantage of crowdfunding. Talking Points Brandon is a fourth-generation farmer who created FarmFundr The impact of environmental issues, growing practices, etc. Organic prices. investor backgrounds Ag investment VS inflation Potential of investments. Responses from farmers AG NFTs... lol The future of farm financing for American Farmers How does Crowdfunding work? Issues in crowdfunding (Starfield the video game) Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Check out all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ When you think Iowa agriculture you probably think corn and pigs, which would be right! But, one farmer is stepping up the state's leafy greens and microgreen production and has started an awesome direct-to-consumer model. My guest today is Steve Strasheim from Twisted River Farm. In our interview today, Steve and I chat about why he started the farm, his production methods, and what his delivery model looks like. Check out Twisted River Farm for more: https://www.twistedriverfarm.com/ Talking PointsSteve's Background start of Twisted River Farms Production methods Growing in hoophouses vs growing in rows Thoughts on farmer/consumer relationship Selling at farmers markets, resturants, stores, AND home delivery. Man...Steve is a busy guy! "CONTROL THE ENTIRE PROCESS FROM SEED TO STORE” Delivery process DIRECT to Consumer model Greens in North Iowa And be sure to follow us on social media!https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Check out all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To watch this Farm News Friday episode, head over to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Links for all the featured articles are below: Our Coverage of the Southeast Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference https://www.youtube.com/c/FarmTraveler/videos Clarksons Farm Returns https://www.the-sun.com/entertainment/tv/4446690/clarksons-farm-first-look-season-two-jeremy-diddly-squat/ Fertilizer Prices are up, will they come down? https://brownfieldagnews.com/news/fertilizer-prices-will-come-down-soon-but-how-much/ https://brownfieldagnews.com/news/near-record-high-fertilizer-prices-projected-for-2022/ Space Cotton https://www.agriculture.com/crops/growing-cotton-in-space-helps-identify-sustainable-production-practices Farm Dog of the Year https://www.fb.org/newsroom/farm-bureau-names-2022-farm-dog-of-the-year Latest Farm Traveler Farm Visit https://youtu.be/zdqPlA3hYZw See more at: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler Subscribe to the Farm Traveler podcast here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ashish Malik is with Bee Vectoring Technology, a company revolutionizing how fungicide can be delivered to crops. In our interview today, Ashish and I chat about his background, how BVT's creation works with bees to help crops, and how this can be used to help address sustainability in agriculture. Check out BVT's website for more! Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ Talking Points: Ashish's Background BVT - Bee Vectoring Technologies What was the development process like? How does this affect bee health? Difference between Bumble Bees and Honey Bees The inspiration behind BVT? Issues facing bees and using them to help with crops How does this technology help address sustainability? Can you still use the bee honey after it uses this fungicide? Your thoughts on "Bee drones" technology Can this be used on all crops around the world? What's the future of BVT? What long-term impact can this have on crops and farmers? And be sure to follow us on social media!https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here:https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Check out all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To bring in the new year, the first episode of 2022 is a great one. Today, I'm interviewing KC Cattle Company CEO and Owner, Patrick Montgomery. Before starting KC Cattle Co, Patrick spent time as an Army Ranger. Many of the members of the KC Cattle Co family are veterans and have brought what they learned in the service to the company that specializes in wagyu beef. In our chat today, Patrick and I will chat about how he started KCCC, what makes Wagyu so wonderful, how their hotdog was voted "Best Hotdog in the WORLD", and how they deliver straight to consumers. Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ https://kccattlecompany.com/ And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Check out all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reflecting on 2021 and looking forward to amazing things in 2022! And as always, THANK YOU for listening and supporting this show! Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Check out all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Canada, a neighbor to the North is home to countless amazing farmers, ranchers, and restaurants. Our guest today is Rheannon Green from Alberta on a Plate, which is dedicated to celebrating farmers and restaurants throughout the province. What was first inspired by Alberta Farm Days has transformed into a huge resource for farmers, consumers, and restaurant owners who all want to support local food. Check them out at the links below. Check them out at the links below Website: https://www.albertaontheplate.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abontheplate Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abontheplate Learn more at our website: https://thefarmtraveler.com/ And be sure to follow us on social media! https://www.instagram.com/farm_traveler/ https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmTraveler https://www.youtube.com/farmtraveler Subscribe here: https://podkite.link/FarmTraveler Farm Traveler is part of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective, the Podcast Network for the Outdoors-man. Check out all of the Waypoint Outdoor Collective Podcasts HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices