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Conversations with farmers, leaders, and lawmakers around the country on what it takes to grow a safe and sustainable food supply. These monthly chats are hosted by American Farm Bureau President Zipp... more
FAQs about Farmside Chat:How many episodes does Farmside Chat have?The podcast currently has 66 episodes available.
December 07, 2020Keeping Christmas Green and Bright on the Tree FarmWhat does it take to grow the "perfect" Christmas tree? Johnny Wishon, owner of Wishon Evergreens in Sparta, North Carolina, joins AFBF President Duvall to discuss what happens the other 364 days a year to grow our favorite holiday centerpieces....more32minPlay
November 02, 2020Getting Out the Vote in Rural AmericaWhat are the key issues facing farm country leading up to the election? What is the importance of the rural vote? Sara Wyant, president of Agri-Pulse Communications, and Cody Lyon, AFBF's managing director of advocacy and political affairs programs, join AFBF President Zippy Duvall to discuss....more37minPlay
October 05, 2020Mental Health Matters in Rural AmericaFarm strength takes many forms and our rural communities are stronger when we come together to prioritize our mental health. AFBF President Zippy Duvall sits down with California farmer Tara Beaver Coronado and Colorado Farm Bureau Executive Vice President to discuss what tools and outlets are available to address rural stress and prioritize mental health....more58minPlay
September 07, 2020US Food Supply Chain Adapts to Pandemic ShiftsThroughout the COVID-19 pandemic, employee safety and the security of the food supply have been top priorities of farmers and food companies as the challenges of this crisis have unfolded. FMI President and CEO Leslie Sarasin and South Carolina farmer Chalmers Carr chat with AFBF President Duvall about what's next as the food chain adapts to major shifts in demand, as well as efforts on the farm and in local grocery stores to protect frontline employees....more45minPlay
July 06, 2020Farmers and Innovative Companies Building a Sustainable FutureFarmers can't do the work of sustainability alone but rely on partnerships with innovative researchers and companies to provide the latest tools and technology for reducing their environmental footprint. Bayer crop scientist Dr. Calvin Treat and OptimaBio engineer Mark Maloney chat with AFBF President Zippy Duvall about the latest projects and cutting-edge technology from their companies....more33minPlay
June 01, 2020New Dairy Tale Brings Kids to the FarmGet a behind-the-scenes look at the newest book from Feeding Minds Press, "Chuck's Ice Cream Wish" with American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture executive director Daniel Meloy and illustrator Ward Jenkins....more27minPlay
May 11, 2020Farm Bureau Ramps Up Farm to Food Bank EffortsIllinois Farm Bureau President Richard Guebert and Texas Farm Bureau President Russell Boening join AFBF President Zippy Duvall to share on-the-ground efforts from their members and staff to get food from the farm to those who need it most in this crisis....more39minPlay
April 20, 2020Farmers Eager to Meet Market DemandsAFBF President Zippy Duvall is joined by Minnesota beef producer Peter Bakken and AFBF Economist Michael Nepveux to discuss the challenges facing livestock markets during COVID-19....more27minPlay
April 06, 2020How Farmers Are Caring for the EnvironmentCome rain or shine, farmers are caring for their land and resources, leading the way in agricultural sustainability. AFBF President Zippy Duvall gets down to the numbers on impact and greenhouse gas emissions with Chief Economist John Newton and talks with Washington apple grower April Clayton about how her family farm stays green....more33minPlay
March 23, 2020Farmers Respond to COVID-19As America's farmers rise to address challenges with the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, AFBF President Zippy Duvall and Executive Vice President Dale Moore discuss what agriculture faces moving forward and how farmers are doing their part to protect our food supply....more21minPlay
FAQs about Farmside Chat:How many episodes does Farmside Chat have?The podcast currently has 66 episodes available.