Organics Unpacked Episode #12: Interview with Kris Nichols, Director of Research and Extension at Canadian Organic Growers and Research Director at MyLand Company  

What is really going on in your soil? This week, we take a deep dive into the science of soil microbiology, with Dr. Kris Nichols. Kris is a soil microbiologist who holds research positions at Canadian Organic Growers and the Arizona-based MyLand Company. She joins Organics Unpacked to break down the complex activity of soil microorganisms and how that relates to carbon — and what that means for organic growers.

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Learn more about Canadian Organic Growers: www.cog.ca

Learn more about MyLand: www.myland.ag

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Organics Unpacked Episode #11: Interview with Gina Colfer, Organic Products Account Manager for Wilbur-Ellis Company

We unpack organic farming in the “Salad Bowl of the World” with Gina Colfer, the Organic Products Account Manager for Wilbur-Ellis Company. Gina discusses the role of Wilbur-Ellis in the growth of organic farming, as well as the adoption of a whole systems approach for organic growers. Wilbur-Ellis is the fourth largest agriculture retailer in the United States.

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Organics Unpacked Episode #10: Interview with Jessica Shade, Director of Science Programs at The Organic Center

In this episode, we welcome Jessica Shade, Director of Science Programs for The Organic Center. The Organic Center is a nonprofit research and education organization that conducts and convenes credible, evidence-based science on the environmental and health effects of organic food. Jessica joins the show to break down some of the biggest myths that surround organic farming.

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Organics Unpacked Episode #9: Interview with Rick Geise, Director of the Organic Fertilizer Division, Nature Safe

We welcome Rick Geise, the Director of the Organic Fertilizer Division for Nature Safe, a subsidiary of Darling Ingredients. Rick discusses various ways to improve the sustainability and profitability of organic farms, including the recycling of raw material into organic inputs.

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Organics Unpacked Episode #8: Interview with Don O’Bryan, Co-Owner of The Seed House, and organic farmer Kyle Andersen  

We welcome Don O’Bryan and Kyle Andersen to the show. Don operates The Seed House, a seed supplier located in O’Neill, Nebraska, and Kyle is an organic farmer based in Iowa. Don and Kyle discuss a range of topics, including the use of cover crops in organic farming.

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Learn more about The Seed House: www.theseedhouse.com

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Organics Unpacked Episode #7: Interview with Steve Sinkula, CEO of AgriSecure, and Bryce Irlbeck, Business Development Manager at AgriSecure

In this episode, we welcome Steve Sinkula and Bryce Irlbeck from AgriSecure. Steve and Bryce discuss transitioning from conventional farming to organic farming, as well as new ways growers can better scale an organic operation to increase farm profitability.

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Learn more about AgriSecure: www.agrisecure.com

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Organics Unpacked Episode #6: Interview with John Jansen, VP of Commercial Operations for Trace Genomics   

We welcome John Jansen, VP of Commercial Operations at Trace Genomics, to discuss the latest information on soil health and the living soil, including new ways to analyze your soil to improve productivity. Trace helps farmers across the country better understand their soil through data-driven, evidence-based recommendations.

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Learn more about Trace Genomics: www.tracegenomics.com

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Organics Unpacked Episode #5: Interview with Paul Hardy, President of Rembrandt Enterprises  

We look at the role of raw chicken manure in organic farming, with special guest Paul Hardy. Paul is the President of Rembrandt Foods, one of the world’s largest egg-producing and further processing facilities.

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Organics Unpacked Episode #4: Interview with Henry Ines, CEO of GoChain  

In this episode, we hear from Henry Ines, CEO of GoChain. GoChain is a blockchain company that helps all members of the food supply chain track and monitor crops from the ground to the kitchen table. Henry discusses topics related to blockchain technology and where it is headed in the future. He also shares some detailed examples of real blockchain applications, including stopping food illness outbreaks, plus requirements you may face as an organic farmer. 

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Learn more about GoChain: www.GoChain.io

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Organics Unpacked Episode #3: Interview with Jason Ellsworth, Organics Portfolio Manager for Wilbur-Ellis Company

In this episode, we hear from Jason Ellsworth, the Organics Portfolio Manager for Wilbur-Ellis Company. Wilbur-Ellis is the fourth largest agriculture retailer in the United States. Jason shares how Wilbur-Ellis helps the agriculture industry in three main vertical markets and how his role supports organic farming in the West.

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