In this episode, you will learn the history of Sullivan Supply and the development of the Stock Show University from Taylor Harrison, the Stock Show University Manager.

Also learn about preparing for your fair, or a show, and why it all comes down to a routine, routine, routine that you can stick to. Did we mention you need a routine?

Join Debbie as she speaks with the University of Idaho Extension Educator, Nic Usabel as they solve the common hot weather gardening issues such as blossom drop, blossom end rot, garden care, and even turf care in the hot sun.

Sydney Bennett, the material Management Environmental Analyst for the City of Boise, which is part of the Public Works Program, joins Matt for an educating, and eye-opening discussion about the Boise composting program.

With a 97% participation rate and 116,000 compostable pounds of "waste" a year not going to the landfill, the city of Boise has developed a program for other cities to follow and find room for growth.

Debbie welcomes Dr. Richard Guggenheim to discuss how to keep your plants healthy through soil and water management.

You will learn a quick and easy way to visually see how much sand or clay your soil has in it with a fun project for the whole family.

Most importantly, once you know your soil texture, you can be more aware of how to water, fertilize, and landscape. Learn the bell curve of irrigation from Dr. Rich Guggenheim, as well as other hot weather lawn and gardening tips.

Nathan Stastny, a newly retired Idaho FFA State Officer, shares his journey in the iconic blue corduroy jacket. From his VERY competitive spirit with his sisters while showing pigs to the many FFA positions he held at his high school, his district, and ultimately, his state.

This month it's all about the start of planting season (tomatoes, melons, squash, annuals etc.)and identifying which bugs are going to appear (because they will) and what to do with them and if needed, how to get rid of them.

In 1975, what started out as a better way to get bulk commodities, at the time - potatoes, out of a truck, Trinity Trailer founder, Leonard Eisenman, developed and established a segmented belt trailer that helps moves product out of a truck and into production.

What started as "There has to be a better way" has turned into an international company that is focused on customers and pride in its workforce that makes them stand out above the rest.

Debbie, a Certified Arborist for the city of Boise, talks with Matt Perkins, a forester for the city of Meridian who also manages the Arboretum at Julius M Kleiner Memorial Park in Meridian, Idaho.

They discuss the Arboretum along with advice on how to select a tree for your yard, along with planting, soil, water, and pruning tips.

This month, Matt interviews Diana Sinner, Fair Director at the Canyon County Fair. They discuss how they were able to have a fair during the 2020 pandemic and how and what they are planning in 2021 including the announcement of the amazing concert lineup.

March is all about pre-gardening and getting ready for a fantastic spring. Debbie gives us Tips of the Trade from pruning, sprinklers, pre-emergent, potato planting, spring perennial clean-up, chickens, and why live by the rule "Don't top your trees!"

Check out the list here: https://blog.mydbsupply.com/2021/02/09/march-tips-of-the-trade/