Podcast
Keeping Ag Real
Hosted by Jenny Schweigert · EN
Hostess, Jenny Schweigert of the Keeping Ag Real podcast, has created a show highlighting what is really happening in agriculture in a how its grown point-of-view. From citrus processing managers to farmers and ranchers to the restaurant sector, the show aims to showcase all of agriculture - the good, the bad and even the tough issues facing our industry. Additionally, she will bring perspectives from outside of agriculture on topics such as real food, sustainability, carbon footprints and family farming.
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A loaded show: Disrespect from hunters, 9k acres of hay, hunting wolves, bear baiting, wildfires
Feb 26, 201900:34:26Tap to summarizeCan hunters and ranchers find a mutual respect for one another? Katie Reinert discusses this plus the threat of wolves on her livestock, baiting bear, wildfires and haying 9000 acres. No typo. Join us as Katie also talks about her side hustle as a leather maker. Check out her Instagram account for some extraordinary artwork with practical purpose.
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Ways to AgVocate every day through #AgDay365 and "Food: How It's Made"
Dec 28, 201800:31:15Tap to summarizeIt's no secret that the general public live and breathe by misinformation regarding agriculture. Reaching the general public takes a village. Listen to American Agri Women's Past President, Doris Mold, as she discusses the efforts the American Agri Women have utilized and the evolution of their programs. Doris also shares how navigating Washington, D.C. becomes teamwork for the different generations of women in agriculture. Special thanks to Bayer and the American Agri Women
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Debunking Misconceptions of Ag Innovation; How GMO Technology Changed Her Family Farm with Karolyn Zurn
Dec 21, 201800:27:06Tap to summarizeResearching farming for nearly 50 years is one perspective when discussing innovations in agriculture. Actually living it and sharing detail by detail, is a completely different animal. Meet Karolyn Zurn from Minnesota, American Agri Women's 1st Vice President. She shares her farming experience beginning with dairy, to sugar beets and corn. Listen to how GMO technology has not only improved their farm but also continues to better the environment. While working off the farm, Karolyn had the opportunity to work in food sales. She shares this and how she fills her life today. Please visit today's sponsors:
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What is Farmers Business Network's FBNHealth? with Lucas Strom and Jerod McDaniel
Dec 17, 201800:25:42Tap to summarizeSince its inception the Farmers Business Network has been a contentious topic among American farmers. Growing from a hundred members to over 8,000 in a few short years has leverage the company to better assist farmers. One of the ways they can help is by pooling members together to offer FBN Health. Listen to Lucas Strom, Vice President of Business Development for FBN and farmer turned podcaster, Jerod McDaniel discuss this new product. More information on FBN Health visit www.FBNHealth.com News coverage: FBN Unveils New Healthcare Option for Its Members New Healthcare Option Tailored for Farmers
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Inspiring the Future of Women in Agriculture
Dec 7, 201800:29:03Tap to summarizeToday's episode is the first of its kind as we will be featuring two guests. The first is Jackie Applegate, Head of Global Vegetable Seeds and Environmental Science for the Crop Science Division at Bayer. The second guest is Jeanette Lombardo, American Agri-Women's current President. Even though this episode is intended to inspire women in agriculture, men, you need to listen as well… these ladies bring advice to the table which applies to everyone, no matter your packaging! As you will hear Jackie say in the episode, "So, it's not us versus them. It's how we together can make a difference." These ladies bring advice to the table which applies to everyone, no matter your packaging. Thank you to the support of Bayer Crop Science and American Agri-Women for sponsoring today's episode.
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054 | Rural Revival - Danna Larson is "Bringing America Back to the Country, One Idea at a Time"
Oct 26, 201800:25:00Tap to summarizeIf this podcast doesn't excite you about rural America, I'm not sure what will. Please meet Danna Larson, rural America's biggest advocate and change maker. She is head brainchild of the Rural Revival which is changing the face of small towns across the country. Danna is full of a fire filled with passion and has generously shared her experience on issues facing struggling towns. She has teamed up with Brooke Clay of Rural Gone Urban to bring The Ruralist. Listen to Danna provide a 411 on this incredible new project. Important links you need to visit: www.ruralrevival.co www.ruralist.co www.ruralist.co/nominate www.ruralrevival.co/farmdinner www.instagram.com/ruralrevivalco www.facebook.com/ruralrevivalco www.ruralgoneurban.com
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053 | Bayer & Monsanto, European food & agriculture
Oct 19, 201800:44:16Tap to summarizeKristin Reese, aka Local Farm Mom, has been my companion on a couple of recent adventures. In this episode, we share our experience exploring Europe's food and agriculture, while also attending Bayer's Future of Farming event - the first event since the acquisition of Monsanto. Our journey through Switzerland taught us the importance of slowing down in life. In Germany we learn there are no speed limits & the Netherlands provided a one-of-a-kind event involving Dutch Cooking. Take a listen to learn more. Special thanks to Bayer for inviting Kristin and I to the Future of Farming event.
Transcribe →052 | Unity is strength - It is time for agriculture to collaborate
Sep 1, 201800:10:32Tap to summarizeUnity is strength - It is time for agriculture to collaborate
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051 | Lauren Arbogast - Amy Schumer makes us take a pledge, commodity group collab needed? And, are you stuck in your community?
Aug 24, 201800:29:36Tap to summarizeThis episode with Lauren Arbogast was one of luck. We happened to both be attending She Knows Media's BlogHer Creatives Summit, allow us the opportunity to record an episode. We talk about how commodity groups, organizations and companies could be pooling their resources and dollars to make a bigger impact with non-farm/ranch folks. She also emphasizes the importance of communities...and, stepping out of your comfort zone to new communities. Thank you for listening!
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50 Episodes of Keeping Ag Real | Special guest Jeff Schweigert & we talk about the Keeping Ag Real Road Trip, Hogging catfish and leaving the farm
Jul 19, 201800:29:09Tap to summarizeIts hard to believe that Keeping Ag Real has hit its 50th episode. Thank you to all of our loyal listeners and guests! You make this show what it is today. In celebration of the 50th episode, I interview my husband. We discuss the upcoming Keeping Ag Real Road Trip, hoggin' for catfish and what it was like to stop dairying. We really keep it real with lots of laughing, a little spat and reminisce on the good 'ol days. Thank you to our sponsors Farm Journal Media | Drover's, Farm Journal & AgDay! Follow us on our roadtrip beginning July 21st!
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