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The Farm Stress podcast focuses on supporting farmers, farm families, and workers in the commercial agriculture industry who are experiencing stress. In each podcast, we will tackle topics that challenge our farming community, provide constructive suggestions, and build awareness around the potentially stressful conditions affecting farmers.
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Dr. Tree Fruit and Don

Penn State Extension

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This podcast focuses on providing timely commercial tree fruit production advice for beginning industry professionals and seasoned growers. Educators from Penn State Extension and faculty from Penn State University’s horticulture, entomology, and plant pathology departments drop in to give insights and observations about what is going on in the orchards.
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The Barnyard Broadcast

Penn State Extension

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Join our host as she interviews producers, industry representatives, and Penn State Extension professionals about current topics that affect livestock producers. Topics include general care, health, nutrition, breeding, milking, and marketing. The Barnyard Broadcast also includes a monthly market update so producers can stay current on state and national trends.
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The Money Compass

Penn State Extension

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This podcast from Penn State Extension helps adults of all ages navigate critical financial literacy and health insurance topics essential for managing money and simplifying health coverage. Each episode is geared towards the general public while addressing the specific needs of farmers, and provides the latest knowledge and research aimed at improving our communities’ financial well-being and access to health care.
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Keeping It Green

Penn State Extension

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Our landscapes have many functions; they add beauty to our surroundings, provide a place to recreate, reduce stress, and clean and cool the surrounding environment. They also provide pollen and nectar for pollinators and provide habitat for birds. Keeping It Green is a weekly podcast in which Penn State extension educators talk with ornamental plant professionals and enthusiasts who add beauty and function to our landscapes. Topics will range from design, installation and maintenance, plant ...
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Bovine Banter

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Bovine Banter focuses on management, production, and profitability to help make farms more successful. Join the Penn State Extension Dairy Team for informal educational conversations with dairy producers, industry representatives and Penn State faculty and research. Each week we will cover hot topics in the dairy industry that will help dairy producers become more profitable. Guests will compare research with experiences of what has and has not worked on their farms and provide tips to help ...
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Produce Pointers

Penn State Extension

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Produce Pointers is hosted by Penn State Extension Horticulture Educators Glen Bupp, Leah Fronk, and Karly Regan. The podcast broadcasts timely growing information to the vegetable and small fruit industries featuring interviews with guests who are experts in research, extension, and farming.
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C-CHANGE Grass2Gas

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The C-CHANGE Grass2Gas podcast brings the latest in what is happening with anaerobic digestion and regenerative farming practices. Join us as we explore innovative approaches through combining anerobic digestion of manure with biomass to make farming more profitable and sustainable.
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Developing Successful Farmers focuses on starting farming, production, and topics to help make beginning farmers more successful. Join the Penn State Extension New and Beginning Farmer Team for informal educational conversations with educators, industry experts, and Penn State faculty and research. Each week we will cover topics that will help new and beginning farmers become more aware of the resources to assist their journey to enter farming. Guests will provide information within their fi ...
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Fresh Cut Grass

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Fresh Cut Grass is a weekly podcast in which hosts Jeff Fowler and Tanner Delvalle, Commercial Horticulture Educators with Penn State University, discuss various turfgrass topics with industry professionals from around the US. Topics include all aspects of sports turf management, lawn care, parks, golf, and any other professional turf. Professionals from different segments of the turf industry will be featured as guests, and casual conversation about turf management and turf improvement will ...
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Fresh Cut Grass is a biweekly podcast in which hosts Jeff Fowler and Jon Cuny, Commercial Horticulture Professionals, discuss various turfgrass topics with industry professionals from around the US. Topics include all aspects of sports turf management, lawn care, parks, golf, and any other professional turf. Professionals from different segments of the turf industry will be featured as guests, and casual conversation about turf management and turf improvement will occur.
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Between the Vines

Lake Erie Regional Grape Program

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Between the Vines focuses on timely viticulture, business management, and Integrated Pest Management issues to help vineyards achieve commercial success. The podcast covers timely topics and research updates throughout the year. It is brought to you by the Lake Erie Regional Grape Program. This regional Extension team is a collaboration between Penn State and Cornell University.
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Fertilizer Calculators for Concord Vineyards (Beta) by Dr. Terry Bates. Dr. Terry Bates emphasizes that the new Nitrogen and Potassium Fertilizer Calculator for Concord Vineyards (Beta) represents a significant step forward in managing vineyard nutrition. By integrating scientific research with practical applications, Dr. Terry Bates and the team a…
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Navigating health insurance can feel overwhelming, whether you are a parent looking to ensure coverage for your family or a farmer looking for the right plan, this episode will set you at ease and help you make informed decisions with confidence. Learn how health coverage is like an investment for your future with information and advice from our gu…
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Don, Kari and Greg discuss what to keep an eye out for with a hot June on the horizon. PSU FREC Field Day: https://extension.psu.edu/penn-state-fruit-research-and-extension-center-field-day Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Josh Woodward is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Courtesy of FreeM…
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Dr. Terry Bates emphasizes that accurate crop estimation provides valuable information, allowing growers to decide whether thinning is necessary. Thinning is often debated among growers, but knowing the crop load can significantly influence management decisions. To simplify the estimation process, a crop estimation calculator has been developed. Th…
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Hello everyone! Welcome to another episode of The Market Minute with Mattie! These episodes are smaller segments of the Barnyard Broadcast. It will give listeners an overview of the beginning of June numbers and insights into the current markets. If you want to access the reports referenced in this episode, please visit the links below! As always, …
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The Keeping It Green team travels to Oregon’s Willamette Valley to interview Leigh Geschwill, Owner and Sales Manager of F & B Farms and Nursery. Leigh offers a behind-the-scenes look at her family’s third-generation business, which includes a wholesale greenhouse operation producing annuals, organic herb and vegetable starts, potted flowers, fall …
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Kari, Don, Greg, and Shan discuss the end of the Spring season and what to do when the weather doesn't seem to want to cooperate. Topics include the end of the thinning window, fungicide coverage, and insect life cycles. FREC Field Day: https://extension.psu.edu/penn-state-fruit-research-and-extension-center-field-day Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Mu…
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Hello everyone! Welcome back to the Barnyard Broadcast! Today's episode focuses on parasites, which can be a large problem within our small ruminant herds. I am excited to have in this episode three professionals who have years of experience in parasitology! We are delighted to have on the podcast Melanie Barkley, Dr. Scott Bowdrige, and Dr. Robert…
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Join the conversation between Jeff and Amber to hear how Jeff used the loss of his dairy cows as a medium to connect with others experiencing significant farming losses. Learn more about Jeff at his website: https://jeffcorlemusic.com/ Listen to Jeff's Music: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC30acLMpdWF-5kdzTCpUeNQ Follow Jeff on TikTok, YouTube, a…
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Kari, Don, Shan and Greg meet up to discuss the large (and timely) volume of work headed down the pipe. FREC Field Day: https://extension.psu.edu/penn-state-fruit-research-and-extension-center-field-day Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Josh Woodward is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Cour…
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Between the Vines hosts Dr. Katie Gold from Cornell University to learn more about her work with fundamental and applied science of plant disease, work with NASA, and Mancozeb updates. Dr. Kaitlin (Katie) Gold is an Assistant Professor of Grape Pathology in the Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology Section of the School of Integrative Plant Sci…
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Kari, Don, Greg and Shan discuss the MANY items coming down the pipeline within the next few days. FREC Field Day: https://extension.psu.edu/penn-state-fruit-research-and-extension-center-field-day Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Josh Woodward is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Courtesy …
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Hello everyone! Welcome to another installment of The Market Minute with Mattie! These episodes are smaller segments of the Barnyard Broadcast. It will give listeners an overview of the beginning of May numbers and insights into the current markets. If you want to access the reports referenced in this episode, please visit the links below! As alway…
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Dr. Gregory Martin, a Poultry Extension Educator with Penn State Extension, describes his firsthand experiences with Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) as it has taken a toll on poultry farms in Pennsylvania. Episode Host and Speaker: Ginger Fenton (host), Gregory Martin (speaker)By Penn State Extension
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In this episode, we'll talk with Jake Jacobs, the Northeast Cooperative Extension cohort coordinator for the Farm and & Ranch Assistance Network. Jake will talk about ambiguous loss in agriculture. Important Resources shared in the podcast are the AgriStress Hotline 1-833-897-2474, and the National Suicide and Crisis Hotline, 988. Primary Host/Mode…
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Send us a text After 26 years of caddying Stephen "Cutter" Burke talks about taking a 6.5 mile walk with someone new every day! Cutter does the math for us on the number of loops he has walked and shares some of the most memorable golfers he has carried for. We start the conversation about his book which you can find at https://www.cutterthecaddie.…
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Kari, Greg, Shan and Don discuss the wild weather that we've experienced early this season and the importance of disease, insect and blossom management. Photo Credit: E. Winzler Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Josh Woodward is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Courtesy of FreeMusicArchive.org Make sure you sign up to…
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Kari and Don and joined yet again by Shan and Greg to provide the full spectrum of updates for the early season. PS Extension Spring Orchard Meetings: https://extension.psu.edu/spring-orchard-meetings Hosts: Don Seifrit, Kari Peter Speakers: Shan Kumar, Greg Krawczyk Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Extension Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Jo…
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Hello everyone! Thank you for tuning into the Barnyard Broadcast! This is the first of many panelist style interviews that will be done. This episode focuses on calving which is an exciting but stressful time of year. I am excited to have on this episode three professionals who have spent a large part of their life dedicated to cattle production, r…
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In this episode, dairy educator Daniela Roland talks with first responders Steve Brown and Rob Nese about farm safety and emergency response on the farm. They share practical tips for implementing farm safety and insights that farmers can use on their operations. Photo credit: Penn State ExtensionBy Penn State Extension
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Kari and Don are joined by Shan and Greg. Shan gives a phenology update from around the state, as well as highlights areas where some blossom damage occurred. Kari mentions several upcoming infection periods, and Greg highlights things to keep an eye out for as the weather looks like it will finally warm up consistently. NEWA Website: https://www.n…
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Send us a text Dr. Rob Golembiewski, Technical Services Director for Atticus and field hockey play by play announcer talks Turf with Jon and Jeff. They talk about summer patch disease control. What a fantastic conversation about Rob's work during his time at Michigan State and the legendary Dr. Joe Vargas.…
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Hello everyone! Welcome to the second installment of The Market Minute with Mattie! These episodes are smaller segments of the Barnyard Broadcast. In this episode, I will dive into the topic of tariffs and how that can affect agricultural markets. If you would like to access the websites and articles referenced in this episode, please visit the lin…
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Are you ready to take control of your financial future and begin your path to financial wellness? Join us to learn the secrets to setting successful financial goals for your family or farm business. Guests include Darlene Sansone and Paula Ledney both of Penn State Extension. Darlene serves as an Extension Educator on the Food, Families, and Commun…
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Kari and Don are joined by Shan and Greg. Kari and Shan outline some cold weather concerns for the next 24 hours, and Greg highlights the importance of good weather data for insecticide application timing. NEWA Website: https://www.newa.cornell.edu/ Hosts: Don Seifrit, Kari Peter Speakers: Shan Kumar, Greg Krawczyk Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Music…
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In this episode, Dr. Becot shares her insights about multiple generations working on the farm with considerations for health insurance, childcare, and keeping everyone safe on the farm. Episode host and speaker: Ginger Fenton with guest Dr. Florence Becot Image credit: Ginger Fenton, Penn State Extension…
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Join Jennifer and Andrew as they discuss grower interactions and Coffee Pot Meetings starting up again in May. They also chat about getting on a regular podcast schedule as well as making a request for advisory committee members that help direct educational programming efforts by tailoring them to grower needs. LERGP.com https://lergp.cce.cornell.e…
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Kari has a disease update, and then she and Don are joined by Sarah Zost from the State Horticultural Association of PA. SHAP is looking for a new Executive Secretary. Job posting will be listed below when available. Since Sarah is a local fruit grower, Kari and Don do a Grower Q&A. Hosts: Don Seifrit, Kari Peter Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Music C…
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Join dairy educator, Kasey Hower, as she speaks with Ed Crow and Jamie Kopco from the Penn State Extension Pesticide Education program on the importance of chemical safety on your dairy farm. Their discussion includes considerations you should make when handling common chemicals, common mistakes that may be made, some particularly hazardous chemica…
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Kari provides a lightning fast update for the upcoming infection period starting the week of March 31, 2025. Hosts: Don Seifrit, Kari Peter Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Josh Woodward is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Courtesy of FreeMusicArchive.org Make sure you sign up to get notif…
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Hello everyone! Welcome to the first installment of The Market Minute with Mattie! These episodes are smaller segments of the Barnyard Broadcast. It is meant to give listeners an overview of the beginning of March numbers and insights into the current markets. If you would like to access the reports referenced in this episode, please visit the link…
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Don and Kari return for a pre-season update and discuss the plan for the upcoming season of the podcast. Regular podcasts will be returning shortly! Hosts: Don Seifrit, Kari Peter Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Josh Woodward is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Courtesy of FreeMusicArchive.org Make sure you sign up …
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Hello everyone and welcome to the first ever episode of The Barnyard Broadcast brought to you by Penn State Extensions livestock team! In this episode our host, Mattie Horchler, introduces a few members of the livestock team and takes the time to explain Penn State Extensions mission! The Barnyard Broadcast will post episodes on the 2nd and 4th Wed…
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Send us a text Dr. Ben McGraw joins the show to talk about spring insects in 2025. He shares control updates and what we should be watching for in early spring of 2025. We talk in depth about insect life cycles and the weathers influence on the countries insect populations. Always educational and fun when Ben shares information.…
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Join the Keeping It Green team as they sit down with one of Penn State Extension’s newest hires, Kelly Piccioni. Kelly shares her family's deep-rooted history in horticulture, starting with her great-grandfather, who bought Christmas trees by the railcar and sold them during the Great Depression—eventually leading the family into nursery production…
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Join the Keeping It Green team as they chat with one of Penn State Extension’s newest hires, Patricia Prade. She studied forestry within the Brazilian university system with no interest in insects—until something changed. We'll explore what sparked her newfound fascination, her research on the invasive Brazilian pepper tree in Florida, and the role…
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Description: Digesters can be complicated, and winter especially offers unique challenges. Join us as we talk to Matt Steinman, Dickinson College Farm energy projects manager, as he talks about the lessons learned from operating the Dickinson digester through its first winter. Then, stay to hear about how this digester project inspired a musical. H…
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Shan and Don introduce Dr. Lee Kalcsits from Washington State University. Dr. Kalcsits is project head for SPARC: Strengthening Pear and Apple Resilience to Climate. He outlines what that grant will focus on over the next several years. Additionally, Don and Kari talk early season orchard maintenance as a follow-up to last season. If you'd like to …
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With the noticeable pollution of various waterways in the US there has been a lot of talk about how to best protect against this pollution on farms. One of the most promising solutions is implementing native grass strips on fields, on marginal lands or as riparian buffers around waterways. Join us as we talk about the various benefits of using nati…
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Extension veterinarian, Dr. Adrian Barragan, shares current research being conducted on transition cows focusing on the role of inflammation, precision technology applications for management, and hypocalcemia. Host: Ginger Fenton; Guest: Dr. Adrian Barragan Image credit: Penn State Dairy Extension file photo…
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