From Urban to Agriculture

In this episode, we are joined by Eric Bream, President of Bream Family Farms Inc.,  and Mitchell Yerxa, farm manager for River Vista Farms, to discuss water storage infrastructure and water usage in California and what it means for both farmers and consumers going forward.

In this episode, I speak with marine biologist and manager of the International Shark Attack File, Tyler Bowling.

You will hear about shark-safety, shark repellents, differences between sharks, and hear answers to frequently asked listener questions!

For additional resources, please visit the show notes on my website: https://www.fromurbantoag.com/podcast

In this episode I speak with Dr. David Godwin, Director of the Southern Fire Exchange, and Stacey Frederick, the Statewide Program Coordinator
California Fire Science Consortium. We discuss recent challenges various regions have faced with fire, what it means to study fire, and how land can be managed and prepared for fire.

Curious about lab-made meat? In this episode, I speak with Dr. David Block from the University of California Davis, about his research on cultivated meat! Questions answered in the episode include: what is it, how is it made, and what specific research will be conducted as part of his NSF-funded project?

In this episode, I speak with UF doctoral candidate, Peyton Beattie, about the common challenges first-year graduate students face and ways to overcome them! 

In this episode, I speak with Markie Hageman, an ag writer and the founder of Girls Eat Beef Too. We discuss her unique journey into agricultural advocacy, how she became an agricultural writer, and tips for people looking to start their own agricultural enterprise. More information available in the show notes on my website: www.fromurbantoag.com/podcast

In this episode, I speak with doctoral student Whitney Stone about her experiences of conducting research as a graduate student. We discuss the learning process, broader impacts, and common challenges. Link to examples of our research can be found in the show notes on my website: www.fromurbantoag.com/podcast.

In this episode, I speak with Carrie Isaacson and Mitchel Yerxa to learn more about the implications of Prop. 15. In this interview, you will get answers to questions such as why are California producers concerned? How will it affect small business owners? What will be the effect on consumers?

In this episode, I speak with beef blogger and agricultural advocate, Amanda Radke. We discuss her experience as a woman in the beef industry and answer commonly asked questions about beef and beef alternatives.  Visit my website for show notes and links to additional resources!

In this episode, I continue our conversation about red tide with Lisa Krimsky, water resources regional specialized agent with UF/IFAS Extension and the Florida Sea Grant!

In this episode, I speak with Betty Staugler, an extension agent with The Florida Sea Grant Marine Extension program in Charlotte County, about red tide. What is it? Who does it affect? And why should we be concerned with it?

In this episode, I speak with Jaclyn Lopez, the Florida Director of the Center for Biological Diversity, about Florida Panthers, policies in place that protect them, and wildlife corridors. 

In this episode, I speak with Amber Crooks, the Environmental Policy Manager at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida, about Florida Panthers and the challenges they currently face.

In this episode, I speak with Mayzie Purviance, founder of the Activists vs. Agriculture blog and assistant editor of the Western Ag Reporter. We discuss what it means to be an agricultural communicator, the skills you learn in an ag comm program, and Mayzie's own experiences while working in this field. Show notes and additional resources can be found under the podcast tab on my website: www.fromurbantoag.com.

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Frank  Mitloehner, a professor and air quality specialist at UC Davis, about his research on cattle and their effect on the environment. Questions covered in this interview include: how do cows contribute to greenhouse gases? How do gas emissions from cattle compare to those from transportation? How can you compare an animal-based product to a plant-based product using a lifecycle assessment?

In this episode, I speak with Brooke Helsel, owner of The Beef Boutique, about the beef industry, the life stages of beef cattle, and answer questions provided by our online audience! Some common questions that were answered included: is there a nutritional difference between grass-finished and grain-finished beef? Why have I heard that red meat is bad for me? How long does a beef cow live?

In this episode, I speak with Quincie Gourley, the marketing coordinator at Taylor Farms and leafy greens enthusiast! We discuss the produce industry, challenges they face, how COVID-19 has affected them, and previous E. coli outbreaks within the industry. 

In this episode,  I speak with Ms. Morgan Wonderly to get an overview of the swine industry and answer some commonly asked questions that were provided by our Facebook group members! You will learn about her research on pork products, common management practices within the swine industry, and challenges the industry currently faces. The Q&A portion of the episode covers topics such as the average size of pigs, labeling trends on pork products, and how the swine industry is integral to medical advancements.

In this episode, I speak with Tony Lopes, owner of SustainiBeef, about how he developed his business and how he views his role as an agriculturalist.

Are you looking to diversify or start a new business? Are you interested in environmentally-conscious, locally raised products? Listen to the episode!

The Importance of Comfort and Conversation: How One Dairy Farmer Ensures Cow Comfort & Shares Her Story With the Public. In this episode I speak with Katie Doterer-Pyle, third generation dairy farmer and owner of the Cow Comfort Inn Dairy. We not only discuss the importance of cow comfort, but also how she plays a role in communicating with non-farming audiences.

In this podcast I speak with Tara Vander Dussen, better known online as the New Mexico Milkmaid, about the history of National Dairy Month and dairy sustainability. 

This episodes consists of an interview with Lindsey Morgan, Director of Education at the San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden. We discuss the idea of urban agriculture, the development of the SLOBG, current programs they offer,  and the various sustainability efforts they have in place!

This episode has something for everyone! During this interview you will learn what the role of an agricultural communicator entails, how crisis communication fits into agriculture, and you will get some great tips on how to practice media literacy in your everyday life!

Have you ever wondered about the difference between organic and "conventional" agriculture? In this episode I speak with Mr. Hunter Francis, Director of the Center for Sustainability at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, about the history of alternative agricultural movements, the core values of sustainability, and answers common audience questions about organic products.

How critical thinking and conflict resolution affect everyday communication! The first half of this episode discusses the meaning of critical thinking, confirmation bias,  and how we can best process new information. The second part of the podcast focuses on conflict resolution and active listening. 

Have you ever had questions about dairy farms or dairy products? In this podcast we discuss dairy animal welfare, sustainable practices on dairy farms, and the safety of dairy products.

This episode I speak with Patrick Frazier and Jeremy Rose about honey bee management, the role of pollinators, and challenges the bee industry is facing!

Hello! This is a brief introduction to the "From Urban to Ag" podcast. I'll go over the content you can expect to hear in future episodes, why this podcast was created, and explain a bit of my own background and experience!