In this episode, Josh Wilder and Ana Skemp sit down with Azure Standard founder and CEO David Stelzer to discuss his inspiring health journey, the vital connection between soil health and human wellness, and how a grassroots distribution model can revolutionize sustainable agriculture . Together, they explore the challenges of scaling organic farming, the flaws in the conventional food system, and practical ways consumers and growers can foster a healthier future .

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Mother Earth News Lead Editor Ana Skemp talks with Dr. Jennifer Quammen from the American Veterinary Medical Association about the 2026 influx of New World screwworm cases in livestock.

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In this episode of the Mother Earth News and Friends podcast sponsored by Brinsea, host Josh Wilder chats with long-time poultry keeper Erin Snyder about the seasonal benefits and practical methods of incorporating herbal teas into your flock's diet. Discover expert tips on boosting chicken and duck health naturally, from choosing the right herb blends to proper storage and safe feeding practices.

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Food and Farm Journalist Sarah Mock talks with Ana Skemp and Josh Wilder about the recent cyclospora outbreak and ways the U.S. food system could change in order to prevent future foodborne illness outbreaks of this scale.

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Listen as Pa Thao describes the joys of running a flower and vegetable farm with and inspired by her mother that blossoms sharing its space with their community through agritourism.

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In this audio article from Wren Everett, she covers how to approach growing a modern victory garden in order to have a resilient and dependable food source. The article is followed by a few questions about the guidance mentioned.

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Discover how to source, select, and electrify e-bikes for commuting or farm work in this podcast episode with Andy Fry from the Topeka Community Cycle Project.

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Discover the real dangers that domestic cats and dogs pose to your backyard flock, from irresistible baby chicks to destructive canine attacks. Safeguard your coop today by implementing secure fencing, learning local predator laws, and prepping a livestock first aid kit to handle unexpected emergencies.

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In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, host Josh Wilder sits down with garden writer and flower farmer Andy Wilcox to explore how to build a low-stress, high-yielding cut flower garden. From mastering the art of plant pinching to navigating the early summer gap month and storing dahlia tubers over winter, this conversation is packed with simple, practical tips for growing stunning homegrown bouquets.

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In this audio article brought to you thanks to Brinsea is from Backyard Poultry. Learn natural strategies for increasing egg production by focusing on flock nutrition, stress reduction, and environmental enrichment. The article highlights the use of specific herbs, high-protein supplements during molting, and the importance of understanding a hen's natural biological rhythms to maintain a healthy, productive flock.

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