Forward Farming

Let's hear it for the boys!!! You heard the mom advice last week, now it's time to put the dad's in the spotlight to hear what advice they come up with for Dan. (Let's just pretend they didn't compare giving birth to gutting a deer...) Did we miss any important advice? Let us know over on our podcast page on Facebook and Instagram @forwardfarmingpodcast and go give Tom and Dan a follow while you're at it @mr_modfarmchick & @the_dan_bristow

As our pregnancies wind down, things are finally starting to feel real! As a first time mom, Amber is hitting the panic alarm and has ALL the questions for Becca and Annaliese- two pro farm moms! Check out their advice to new moms, what their favorite stage of their kids were and if they had any major mom fail moments! Make sure to give Annaliese a follow on IG @modfarmchick Facebook: Modern-day Farm Chick and her blog www.moderndayfarmchick.com

As the honeybees are busy working on the cranberry marsh, now is the perfect time to talk to beekeepers, Matt & Sarah McLean AKA @homesteadinthehood on IG. We learn what it takes to create a hive and keep it healthy and thriving, how to collect honey, and most importantly, what brands of honey bees are out there? Special thank you to Matt & Sarah for joining us and make sure to check out their website homesteadinthehood.com and give them a follow on IG @homesteadinthehood

It's the most wonderful tiiiiiime of the year! It's June Dairy Month! To help us kick things off, we welcome the 73rd AND 74th reigning Alice in Dairyland, Julia Nunes. Alice in Dairyland is Wisconsin's agriculture ambassador, educating her audiences across the state about the importance of Wisconsin's diverse ag industry. Hear how Julia prepared for her roll and all the fun adventures she has been on and what she has planned for the upcoming year. She also spills the tea on her stance on Kwik Trip chocolate milk. Make sure to give Julia a follow and keep up with her adventures: @aliceindairyland

Ever wondered why cranberries grow in water or why cranberry growers have the easiest job ever? This is the episode for you! (SPOILER: they don't!) Join us as we dive into the cranberry industry and all the misconceptions surrounding it! Make sure to give us a follow on Facebook and Instagram @forwardfarmingpodcast and @farmingwiththehilbys and @cranberrychats

Ever wonder what really goes on at a dairy farm? We asked you to send in your assumptions about the dairy industry and Becca is here to clear the air. If you had a dairy product today, make sure to thank your farmer! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @forwardfarmingpodcast

This week we tackle the topic of veal! Thank you to @newmexicomilkmaid @dairycarrie and @calfvet_ for bringing attention to this method of farming- we sure learned a lot! Make sure to keep an eye out on the Forward Farming instagram page and we will be reposting the blogs from Tara and Carrie and their trip to the veal farm!

Please give Corey a big warm welcome to the podcast! Corey is a Wisconsin native who built the Wisconsin Clothing Company from the ground up and continues to grow and support local, family businesses. Hear how he got started and what his goals are for his company! Also find out what his (slightly odd) preferences are in a lightning Wisconsin rapid fire this or that! Check out Corey and the Wisconsin Clothing Company on IG @wisconsinclothingcompany and online at www.wisconsinclothingco.com

This week we are joined by fellow podcaster, Trevor Williams, host of The Farm Traveler Podcast! We pick his brain on all things podcasting, his favorite state fair food, and a quick rapid fire Q&A that will leave you in a sugar coma. If you can get through the first few minutes of our pregnancy brain, this is a must listen!

Hello and welcome to our therapy session! Being a pregnant farmer is TOUGH! Especially when you're in peak busy season. Find out how we are dealing with this challenge and the reminders we keep giving ourselves to ease the guilt. Make sure to give us a follow on Facebook & Instagram @forwardfarmingpodcast if you're not already!