Farming, Personal Growth and Spirituality: The Transcendent Farmer

Inspírate con la fascinante historia de Valentín Gómez en este episodio del Transcendent Farmer Podcast. Valentín relata su viaje desde Argentina hasta convertirse en un querido preparador físico en Santa Teresa, Costa Rica. Profundiza en sus métodos de entrenamiento físico integrado (DFI) específicamente para surfistas y comparte ideas sobre cómo el estilo de vida y el entorno en Santa Teresa han impactado positivamente su crecimiento profesional y personal. Este episodio es imprescindible para los entusiastas del fitness y aquellos cautivados por experiencias de viaje transformadoras.

In this episode of the Transcendent Farmer Podcast, we interview breath worker Martin Strandberg, who shares his journey from Norway to Costa Rica, discusses the healing powers of breathwork and cold therapy, and explores how these practices can enhance mental health, personal growth, and physical well-being.

Únase a la anfitriona Emily Reno y a la invitada de Transcendent Farmer Felicia Rodriguez de Finca Orgánica San Luis para una conversación en profundidad que explora su evolución de la agricultura tradicional a las prácticas orgánicas y el papel fundamental de las semillas en el patrimonio agrícola. Profundizan en el clima dinámico de Costa Rica, la importancia del agroturismo y cómo la pasión y la comunidad impulsan sus esfuerzos agrícolas.

Join Emily Reno and Terry Morse, Minnesota-based healer and guide as they dig into where to start when developing a spiritual practice, the power of frequency, the boomerang effect, and SO much more.

Explore the spiritual connection in agriculture with Narayan, a Nepalese farmer. His humble upbringing instilled a deep respect for the land and a holistic view of farming. As a farm management instructor, he empowers farmers, especially immigrants, to tackle challenges like climate change. Join the conversation on how farmers can lead climate action and make a real impact.

Join Emily Reno and Kent Sheer, of Green Island Preserve, for an engaging conversation around rural living, making a living off of your farm when not located near an urban area, his involvement with research on back-to-the-landers in the 70s (as one himself!) and tips for finding access to land in rural places you might not have thought of.

Únase a José Oliva, de HEAL Food Alliance, y a la presentadora Emily Reno, para una estimulante conversación sobre la importancia de construir alianzas para apoyar a nuestros trabajadores del sector alimentario, el poder de la tecnología para cambiar radicalmente la forma en que trabajamos y la influencia de la Ley Agrícola en El sistema alimentario estadounidense // Join Jose Oliva, of HEAL Food Alliance, and host Emily Reno, for an invigorating conversation about the importance of building alliances to support our food workers, the power of technology to radically shift the way we work, and the influence of the Farm Bill on the U.S. food system.

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Emily Krekelberg, a seasoned Extension Educator specializing in Farm Safety and Health at the University of Minnesota, brings nearly a decade of experience supporting farmers through robust education, networking, and communication initiatives. With a diverse background encompassing roles within Livestock Production Systems in Stearns, Benton, and Morrison Counties, Emily has concentrated on dairy production with notable contributions to beef work. Over her tenure, she has engaged with the agricultural community through workshops, tours, evaluations, and consultations, while also actively participating in local agricultural committees. Emily's multifaceted role extends to communications, where she has contributed through articles, radio appearances, and social media outreach.

Notably, Emily served as the Director of the Rural Stress Task Force, demonstrating her commitment to addressing stress and mental health issues in rural Minnesota. As a co-host of the podcast "The Moos Room," Emily leverages her expertise to discuss pertinent topics, benefiting Minnesota beef and dairy producers. Her unwavering passion for dairy farming, livestock production, farm safety and health, and mental health is evident, making her a valuable asset to the agricultural community.

Join Jenny Heck, Lillian Otienno, and Patrice Bailey with your host Emily Reno for an exciting conversation about resources available to Emerging Farmers in the state of Minnesota, recent programs that can help you with a down payment for your first farm, and more!

Join Transcendent Farmer host Emily Reno and guest Eric Sannerud for an engaging discussion about creating efficiencies in technical assistance service delivery, addressing economic disparities in the food system, considerations that farmers should keep in mind when growing hops, building business models that aren’t extractive, and building your business with your target customers alongside you. If you’re curious to learn more about GrownBy, a service that can help you reach customers faster, and the role that online sales can play in your business model, then you won’t want to miss this episode.

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