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People all over the country follow Andrea Flemming on social media for one main reason - she keeps it real when it comes to farming. If there are days to cry over sick animals, she talks about it. If there is a success, she talks about it. Most importantly, she does not shy away from discussing the importance of mental health in a challenging industry. Known as "ThatFitAgvocate," Andrea, a fifth-generation farmer from Minnesota, shares how her social media posts started as a hobby but have grown to so much more.

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Horses are part of our culture in so many ways. They carry riders for leisure, horse shows, rodeos, and much more. Likewise, horses are being used  for therapy with children and adults. When Hurricane Ian raced across Florida, it went past the city of Ocala, which is the horse capital of the world triggering an emergency response to get feed to horses. Louisa Barton, known as the "Brit With The Bit" talks about how she came into the horse world, what it's like living in Ocala, and how it has changed her life as well as so many others.

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Local Brewing Distilleries have become popular across the county with the shiny brewing vats and pipes visible to patrons at the bar. To build a brewery is not only a labor of love, but a lot of labor, science, and good business instincts. Owners and brewers Davis and Hailee Gove share how they set up Jim Dandy Brewing in the middle of the country's largest barley and hops agriculture sector. Their background in microbiology, chemistry, and artistry made brewing a perfect fit for this couple.

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Is it true that reindeer prefer moss over carrots? Can they see with ultraviolet vision? How far can they swim? Is it legal to drive reindeer through Canada? Why must you make reservations months ahead to be with the reindeer during the Christmas season? This fun, high-energy podcast with Erika Bowie, general manager of Leavenworth Reindeer Farm takes us on a journey of all things reindeer.

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Children know them as culinary finger puppets, but olives are a growing industry that may surprise you. Whether it is black, green, extra virgin, or refined, olives and olive oils have an interesting history and process to get them in our food. Ciriaco Chavez, Director of Agriculture & Innovation at Redlands Farm Holding, tells us the ins and outs of this "survival" fruit and what it takes to get dozens of different variations out to consumers.

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One time a year, over 40 million turkeys are purchased for Thanksgiving dinner tables. How do turkey farmers plan for this yearly push and make it go off without a hitch? Owner, Ronny Lee and daughter, Charli Decker are turkey farmers in  New Jersey who raise and sell these festive birds directly from their farm. They talk about turkeys, the history of Thanksgiving, and a few common misconceptions

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It is impressive how ranchers who graze on public lands provide excellent land management services, while also saving taxpayers money. It is important to acknowledge the invaluable role that ranching plays in public land management and the positive impact it has on conservation and natural resources. Danny Munch, an esteemed economist for the American Farm Bureau Federation, sheds light on this matter with his insider's perspective, providing us with a better understanding of the benefits that ranchers bring to the table.

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Of all the things we have imported from Europe, the Quagga Mussel is an accidental stowaway that threatens all U.S. waters. They can clog city water-intake structures, agriculture pipes, and create havoc on docks, buoys, boat hulls, and beaches. An estimated $500 million a year is spent managing them in the Great Lakes alone. Bruce Johnson, Lieutenant AIS Field Operations Utah Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife, shares in behind-the-scenes work to control these aquatic pests.

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Yaks can't wait for the first day of winter! They get giddy as the first snowflakes hit their noses. This is especially true for Kent Sutton's Yak farm in Archer, Idaho. Not meant to be a cow rancher, Kent decided to become a Yak farmer after watching Brad Pitt in "Seven Years in Tibet". After many years and adventures with these charismatic animals, he hasn't regretted his decision. Listen and laugh as he tells his story.

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We live in a world of information overload. Unfortunately, not all information is accurate. Farmers now have the added job of addressing misinformation on agriculture practices that fills our social media channels daily. Shay Meyers, CEO of Owyhee Produce and social media influencer, shares his experiences of leveraging social media to counter false narratives and promote his family's operations.