Entries by Rich Myers

Organic Pest Management in the South with Integrated Pest Management

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In this webinar, NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Audrey Kolde discusses using integrated pest management (IPM) to manage pests on organic crops in the South. These science-backed practices empower farmers to cultivate robust, thriving plants while effectively managing pest infestations. Audrey is not just an NCAT specialist; she is also a produce farmer in Louisiana and […]

Exploring a Resilient Forest Garden with Dani Baker

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In this video, we delve into the heart of food-forest design, exploring the importance of plant diversity, thoughtful crop arrangements, and the application of permaculture principles. From her food forest on Wellesley Island in New York state, author and renowned gardener Dani Baker shares her expertise on creating a thriving, self-sustaining ecosystem that not only […]

Episode 358. Abundant Montana “Meet Up” Meets with Success

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In this episode of Voices from the Field, NCAT Local Foods Specialist Molly Kirkham talks with Erin Austin of Abundant Montana. Abundant Montana is a nonprofit that helps create a more resilient and reliable food system by developing educational campaigns about local foods, providing digital marketing and promotion assistance, and fostering business-to-business connections for Montana […]

Episode 357. Soil-to-Skin: Laura Sansone of New York Textile Lab on the Intersection of Growers and Designers

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This episode of Voices from the Field is part of our Soil-to-Skin podcast series, in which NCAT Carbon Farm Planners Allison Cooley-Agee and Danielle Duni explore the relationships between soil health, fiber production, and market solutions. It is part of NCAT’s Climate Beneficial Fiber Partnership with Colorado State University, Carbon Cycle Institute, Fibershed, Seed2Shirt, and […]

Episode 356. Soil-to-Skin: Tameka Peoples of Seed2Shirt Shares Her Journey

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This episode of Voices from the Field continues our Soil-to-Skin podcast series, in which NCAT Carbon Farm Planners Allison Cooley-Agee and Danielle Duni explore the relationships between soil health, fiber production, and market solutions. It is part of NCAT’s Climate Beneficial Fiber Partnership with Colorado State University, Carbon Cycle Institute, Fibershed, Seed2Shirt, and New York […]

Episode 355. Soil-to-Skin: Rebecca Burgess of Fibershed on Building Community

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This episode of Voices from the Field begins our Soil-to-Skin podcast series, in which NCAT Carbon Farm Planners Allison Cooley-Agee and Danielle Duni explore the relationships between soil health, fiber production, and market solutions. The series is part of NCAT’s Climate Beneficial Fiber Partnership with Colorado State University, Carbon Cycle Institute, Fibershed, Seed2Shirt, and New […]

Climate Beneficial Fiber Partnership: Introduction for Producers

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The Climate Beneficial Fiber Partnership is working with wool, alpaca, and cotton growers – primarily in nine states – to accelerate the adoption of conservation-agriculture practices that benefit the climate, strengthen on-farm resilience, and build regional fiber systems. The partnership team will provide enrolled producers with technical assistance and $18 million in direct incentive payments […]

Urban Garden Tips with Echo Global Farms

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This video shares some of the innovative and affordable urban agriculture techniques practiced by Echo Global Farms near Fort Myers, Florida. It explores practical methods such as wicking beds, tire gardens, and using recycled materials to create thriving gardens in urban areas. Creative techniques highlighted in the video are useful for those with limited financial […]

Episode 354. The Rich Heritage of Chicken Breeds

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In this episode of Voices from the Field, NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Tyler Jenkins talks with Richard Udale and Anne Fanatico in an enlightening conversation about the world of poultry breeding, genetics, and the rich history of the chicken. Richard and Anne, both renowned experts in the field, discuss the evolution of various chicken breeds […]

Episode 353. A Closer Look at Draft Horses

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In this episode of Voices from the Field, NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Tracy Mumma talks with her husband, David Sturman, and daughter, Lina Sturman, about using draft horses on the farm. They discuss some of the jobs horses can do, including logging and agritourism, and some of the different hitches that can help make effective […]