The Farm Talks podcast is an audio edition of Farm Talk Newspaper, your four-state ag news source. Farm Talk News has proudly been serving the four-state area with quality ag content since 1974. Listen in for 100% agriculture 100% of the time.
Each month we will be exploring a different segment of agriculture and hearing from the experts about challenges and strategies for local producers in the four-state area of SE Kansas, SW Missouri, NW Arkansas and NE Oklahoma.
How to take the first step: An Oklahoma 4-H'er journey to leadership
The next generation of agriculturalists are here!
It's time to hear how they are impacting their communities and what better to do that than through the 4-H and FFA organizations? Farm Talks Podcast is proud to celebrate the next generation.
Host, Emily Zahurones welcomed Kate Sherrill, an avid 4-H’er
from Northeast Oklahoma in Pawnee County. Kate serves as the Northeast 4-H district president and credits her 4-H and FFA experiences with helping her flourish in her personal growth journey.
Farm Talks podcast episodes will be dropped monthly on the first Friday of the month, each covering a unique segment of agriculture in the four states. Farm Talk invites producers to listen in on stories that reach the heart of the matter in the heartland.
2 Feb 2024
50 years of Farm Talk through the eyes of a founder
Farm Talk Newspaper is celebrating 50 years of as the four state's #1 source of quality ag content for SE Kansas, SW Missouri, NE Oklahoma and NW Arkansas.
Many staff have shared in its legacy, but one founder stayed involved in production in Parsons, Kansas for over 40 years. Host, Emily Zahurones invited former ad manager and publisher Ted Gum to share his story and detail the history of Farm Talk starting from 1974.
Farm Talks podcast episodes will be dropped monthly on the first Friday of the month, each covering a unique segment of agriculture in the four states. Farm Talk invites producers to listen in on stories that reach the heart of the matter in the heartland.
5 Jan 2024
Foreign Holdings: How does affect Kansas landowners
Foreign investment and ownership of American soil is a hot-button topic for U.S. producers, but how are out-of-state holdings affecting local land prices?
Happy New Year! 2024 is the year of the farm bill and we are excited to talk about what that means for producers. Host, Emily Zahurones has invited ag economist Robin Reid from Kansas State to chat about the impact of foreign land ownership, land values and how out-of-state land holdings are impacting Kansas farm families.
Farm Talks podcast episodes will be dropped monthly on the first Friday of the month, each covering a unique segment of agriculture in the four states. Farm Talk invites producers to listen in on stories that reach the heart of the matter in the heartland.
1 Dec 2023
Turkey Talk: Habitat and population initiatives across Missouri
Merry (almost) Christmas and we hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving this year. It's hunting season and we are happy to talk about the most popular bird of the season: Turkey.
Last on the lineup for 2023 on the Farm Talks Podcast we invited Nick Oakley with the Missouri Department of Conservation for a bit of “Turkey Talk.” As statewide turkey and grouse biologist, Nick prioritizes habitat reconstruction to rebuild the turkey population in rural areas.
Farm Talks podcast episodes will be dropped monthly on the first Friday of the month, each covering a unique segment of agriculture in the four states. Farm Talk invites producers to listen in on stories that reach the heart of the matter in the heartland.
3 Nov 2023
Technician Training: How Deere is preparing college students for the workforce
Hands-on experience is the best teacher in any profession, but companies like John Deere are taking it to the next level.
For episode 2 in season 2, we're welcoming Troy Leith with Kansas Prairieland Partners to chat about the John Deere Technician Training program. This curriculum, ongoing since 1992, is designed for college students to kickstart their careers with hands-on learning and mentorship. Troy is committed to helping students across the state find their niche with a local John Deere dealership.
Farm Talks podcast episodes will be dropped monthly on the first Friday of the month, each covering a unique segment of agriculture in the four states. Farm Talk invites producers to listen in on stories that reach the heart of the matter in the heartland.
6 Oct 2023
Missouri cattlemen promote good, bad and ugly of farm life
Thank you for being with us for a full year!
This episode kicks off season 2 of the Farm Talks Podcast. Farm Talk staff are at the Ozark Fall Farmfest this weekend for October 6-8. Make sure to come visit and pick up a copy of the official farm show directory.
This month, Missouri Cattlewomen's president-elect, Jennifer Poor and her husband Jason, joined with us for the premiere episode of season 2. Jason and Jennifer are from Pomona, Missouri. They share the importance of being fully transparent to in-person and digital audiences as land and animal stewards. The Poor family is heavily involved in the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association and is committed to growing the digital voice of Midwest cattle producers.
Farm Talks podcast episodes will be dropped monthly on the first Friday of the month, each covering a unique segment of agriculture in the four states. Farm Talk invites producers to listen in on stories that reach the heart of the matter in the heartland.
1 Sept 2023
Seed and chemical recommendations for 2024 in the Four States
Farming keeps getting more expensive. When and where should seed and chemicals be purchased if a producer’s goal is to make long-term profits without diving too deep into the money pit?
Farm Talk’s 40 Under 40 honoree, Shannon McClintock, joins us for our September episode edition focused on seed and chemical industry insight. Shannon works as an agronomist and certified crop advisor for MFA Incorporated in Southeast Kansas and Southwest Missouri. Shannon shares his recommendations in seed and chemical decisions for 2024 and what to plan for across the four states with your local agronomist to prepare for the season ahead.
Farm Talks podcast episodes will be dropped monthly on the first Friday of the month, each covering a unique segment of agriculture in the four states. Farm Talk invites producers to listen in on stories that reach the heart of the matter in the heartland.
4 Aug 2023
Creating an effective rural media toolkit for direct-to-consumer family farms
Do you have a great product, but are unsure of how to market it? This episode is for those who want to develop the perfect marketing strategy.
Kickstart your business by publishing content that strikes the perfect balance between funny, emotional and educational.
Host Emily Zahurones invited Lindy Knowles from Eureka, Kansas to episode 11 of the Farm Talks Podcast. Lindy is a powerhouse marketing manager between her family ranch, Master Hand Milling and her small business. She chats with Emily on specific strategies related to website development and how to create brand awareness through community involvement.
Farm Talks podcast episodes will be dropped monthly on the first Friday of the month, each covering a unique segment of agriculture in the four states. Farm Talk invites producers to listen in on stories that reach the heart of the matter in the heartland.
7 Jul 2023
Hay cutting challenges in year two drought conditions
Drought conditions are hitting hard for livestock producers in the four states as emergency hay reserves are dwindling and precipitation continues to be in short supply.
Host Emily Zahurones welcomed Cooper Murray from Ava, Missouri to episode 10 of the Farm Talks Podcast. Cooper owns and operates Murray Custom Hay Works where he works alongside his dad. Cooper chats about what to expect from first cutting and for second cutting this season in terms of hay availability going forward.
Farm Talks podcast episodes will be dropped monthly on the first Friday of the month, each covering a unique segment of agriculture in the four states. Farm Talk invites producers to listen in on stories that reach the heart of the matter in the heartland.
2 Jun 2023
Livestock judging and what to focus on this summer season
We're back on on the cusp of the 2023 summer season with episode 9 of the Farm Talks Podcast.
It’s warming up in the four states and host, Emily Zahurones is excited to welcome livestock judging coach, Andrew Anderson, a Southeast Kansas native from Caney. As high schools and collegiate youth gear up for another year of judging competitions, Andrew touches on how to prepare for the big day and his coaching goals as he moves into a new career at Eastern Oklahoma State College in the animal science ag division.
Farm Talks podcast episodes will be dropped monthly on the first Friday of the month, each covering a unique segment of agriculture in the four states. Farm Talk invites producers to listen in on stories that reach the heart of the matter in the heartland.
5 May 2023
Polymers and plastics: Can they be used to improve rural productivity?
The 2023 Four State Farm Show is just two weeks away May 19-21! Tune in for episode 8 of the Farm Talks Podcast.
Host, Emily Zahurones invites Kansas local, Tim Dawsey from the National Institute for Materials Advancement at Pittsburg State University to talk about his work in boosting the voices of rural farmers and ranchers to help bridge the gap between farm and research centers. His work in polymer, plastics and materials-based manufacturing adds an interesting angle to modern agriculture.
Farm Talks podcast episodes will be dropped monthly on the first Friday of the month, each covering a unique segment of agriculture in the four states. Farm Talk invites producers to listen in on stories that reach the heart of the matter in the heartland.
7 Apr 2023
The allure of authenticity in farming and ranching operations
Tune in for episode 7 of the Farm Talks Podcast as we celebrate Farm Talk's 40 Under 40 special edition with a special visit from one of our nominees.
Emily Zahurones welcomed Jacquelyne Leffler, a small-town rancher and ag advocate in Americus, Kansas. As the CEO of Leffler Prime Performance, she's had the opportunity to film episodes for Rural America Live through RFD-TV. She recalls her route back into the family farm and the importance of having a community perspective.
Farm Talks Podcast episodes drop monthly on the first Friday of the month, each covering a unique segment of agriculture in the four states. Farm Talk invites producers to listen in on stories that reach the heart of the matter in the heartland.
3 Mar 2023
Influencing the next generation of agriculturalists
Tune in with us for episode 6 of the Farm Talks Podcast as we shift to local and youth-driven involvement in the four-states.
Emily Zahurones sat down with educators, Keith and Jeri Geren. The couple teaches vocational agriculture at Labette County high school in Altamont and Field Kindley high school in Coffeyville. Both have found education as a way to pay it forward to the next generation of agriculturalists.
Farm Talks podcast episodes drop monthly on the first Friday of the month, each covering a unique segment of agriculture in the four states. Farm Talk invites producers to listen in on stories that reach the heart of the matter in the heartland.
3 Feb 2023
How to get the most from custom livestock processing
The 2023 Western Farm Show is just around the corner February, 24th-26th! Tune in with us for episode 5 of the Farm Talks Podcast.
After a chat with Rick McNary with Shop Kansas Farms last episode, we move a step further and ask "Where can I go to find custom processors and support these small businesses?" Emily Zahurones spoke with Chris Gabriel with Wild Country Meats in Hominy, Oklahoma on how the meat processing industry has changed since the pandemic and how producers and consumers alike can lend a helping hand.
Farm Talks podcast episodes will be dropped monthly on the first Friday of the month, each covering a unique segment of agriculture in the four states. Farm Talk invites producers to listen in on stories that reach the heart of the matter in the heartland.
10 Jan 2023
Social media operates as a food market, connection for rural Kansans
“What better unifier of humanity is there than food?”
For the new year January edition of the Farm Talks podcast, Emily Zahurones spoke with Rick McNary, a retired pastor and founder of Shop Kansas Farms, who asked listeners how people connect with one another. The idea created the groundwork for the popularized Facebook group turned LLC, Shop Kansas Farms, designed to unite producers and consumers for food consumption and security.
Farm Talks podcast episodes will be dropped monthly on the first Friday of the month, each covering a unique segment of agriculture in the four states. Farm Talk invites producers to listen in on stories that reach the heart of the matter in the heartland.
5 Dec 2022
Automation and spatial technology in agriculture
Field farm data over time can help improve profitability, but what is it used for?
For December’s edition of the Farm Talks podcast, Emily Zahurones spoke about the future of ag machinery with Terry Griffin, an agricultural economics professor at Kansas State University and consultant for farm data and spatial ag technology. As the ‘Space Plowboy’ on Twitter, Griffin talked about how producers can participate in exciting tech advancements without breaking the bank down the road.
4 Nov 2022
On-farm crop research & social media benefits in the farming community
On the November episode of the Farm Talks podcast, find new angles in modern crop technology as associate editor, Emily Zahurones welcomes guest speaker Brent Rendel, a wheat, corn and soybean farmer in Northeast Oklahoma. Tune in as we discuss the benefits of on-farm research technology and navigating the social media realm as both an advocacy and farming community tool.
7 Oct 2022
Generational resiliency in the four-state cattle industry
This month on the premiere episode of the Farm Talks podcast, get personal with a local cattleman as associate editor, Emily Zahurones welcomes guest speaker Nathan Isakson, a Missouri high school ag teacher, to chat about educating younger generations, surviving generation shifts and navigating the ongoing drought.
Farm Talks podcast episodes will be dropped monthly on the first Friday of the month, each covering a unique segment of agriculture in the four states. Farm Talk invites producers to listen in on stories that reach the heart of the matter in the heartland.
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