In this episode, I continue our conversation about red tide with Lisa Krimsky, water resources regional specialized agent with UF/IFAS Extension and the Florida Sea Grant!

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In this episode, I speak with Betty Staugler, an extension agent with The Florida Sea Grant Marine Extension program in Charlotte County, about red tide. What is it? Who does it affect? And why should we be concerned with it?

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In this episode, I speak with Jaclyn Lopez, the Florida Director of the Center for Biological Diversity, about Florida Panthers, policies in place that protect them, and wildlife corridors. 

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In this episode, I speak with Amber Crooks, the Environmental Policy Manager at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida, about Florida Panthers and the challenges they currently face.

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In this episode, I speak with Mayzie Purviance, founder of the Activists vs. Agriculture blog and assistant editor of the Western Ag Reporter. We discuss what it means to be an agricultural communicator, the skills you learn in an ag comm program, and Mayzie's own experiences while working in this field. Show notes and additional resources can be found under the podcast tab on my website: www.fromurbantoag.com.

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In this episode, I speak with Dr. Frank  Mitloehner, a professor and air quality specialist at UC Davis, about his research on cattle and their effect on the environment. Questions covered in this interview include: how do cows contribute to greenhouse gases? How do gas emissions from cattle compare to those from transportation? How can you compare an animal-based product to a plant-based product using a lifecycle assessment?

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In this episode, I speak with Brooke Helsel, owner of The Beef Boutique, about the beef industry, the life stages of beef cattle, and answer questions provided by our online audience! Some common questions that were answered included: is there a nutritional difference between grass-finished and grain-finished beef? Why have I heard that red meat is bad for me? How long does a beef cow live?

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In this episode, I speak with Quincie Gourley, the marketing coordinator at Taylor Farms and leafy greens enthusiast! We discuss the produce industry, challenges they face, how COVID-19 has affected them, and previous E. coli outbreaks within the industry. 

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In this episode,  I speak with Ms. Morgan Wonderly to get an overview of the swine industry and answer some commonly asked questions that were provided by our Facebook group members! You will learn about her research on pork products, common management practices within the swine industry, and challenges the industry currently faces. The Q&A portion of the episode covers topics such as the average size of pigs, labeling trends on pork products, and how the swine industry is integral to medical advancements.

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In this episode, I speak with Tony Lopes, owner of SustainiBeef, about how he developed his business and how he views his role as an agriculturalist.

Are you looking to diversify or start a new business? Are you interested in environmentally-conscious, locally raised products? Listen to the episode!

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