Welcome to Growing Farms and Families Podcast! This is a joint effort between University of Kentucky Agriculture & Natural Resources Extension Agent, Adam Huber and Family Consumer Science personnel, from the Allen County Extension Service. In this series listeners will be educated on a number of topics ranging from agriculture to food nutrition. Join us for a fun educational and laid back experience!
Get to know the farmers! In this episode we have a producer spotlight! We sit down with agriculture producer Sarah Jones as she discusses her farming operation and how her family started in the farming business!
Links from the Show:
Websites: https://anchor.fm/growingfarmsandfamilies (https://anchor.fm/growingfarmsandfamilies)
Allen County Cooperative Extension Service: www.allen.ca.uky.edu (http://www.allen.ca.uky.edu/)
Facebook:
Growing Farms and Families with Adam & Kelly Podcast: @GrowingFarmsandFamiliesAdamandKelly
Allen County Cooperative Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources: @AllenCountyExtensionAgriculture
Allen County Cooperative Extension Family and Consumer Sciences: @AllenCountyExtensionFCS
3 May 2022
All about gardening!
If you are interested in growing a garden this podcast episode is just for you! We will discuss various garden topics that will help you be successful with your garden adventure this summer!
19 Apr 2022
Ep. 14: What are you waiting for?
Would you consider yourself a procrastinator? I didn’t either until I learned a little bit more about the true nature of procrastination. Did you know that there is multiple types of procrastination- it may be emotional, physical, protective, or from an underlying uncertainty. Listen in to today’s episode to learn more about each type and how to push through and become more productive with your time! Stop waiting and tune in!
Links from the Show:
University of Kentucky Family and Consumer Sciences Extension: http://fcs-hes.ca.uky.edu/ (http://fcs-hes.ca.uky.edu/)
Find us online!
Websites: https://anchor.fm/growingfarmsandfamilies (https://anchor.fm/growingfarmsandfamilies)
Allen County Cooperative Extension Service: www.allen.ca.uky.edu (http://www.allen.ca.uky.edu/)
Facebook:
Growing Farms and Families with Adam & Kelly Podcast: @GrowingFarmsandFamiliesAdamandKelly
Allen County Cooperative Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources: @AllenCountyExtensionAgriculture
Allen County Cooperative Extension Family and Consumer Sciences: @AllenCountyExtensionFCS
5 Apr 2022
Ep. 13: Feelin’ Peachy?
In this episode we dive into caring for your fruit trees! We discuss pruning methods, diseases and general care for fruit trees in Kentucky! Whether you’re a backyard fruit tree grower or a seasoned horticulturist this episode has helpful tips and information to get you started on the right foot with your fruit tree care!
Links from the Show:
Simplified Backyard Apple & Pear Spray Guide: http://plantpathology.ca.uky.edu/files/ppfs-fr-t-18.pdf (http://plantpathology.ca.uky.edu/files/ppfs-fr-t-18.pdf)
Backyard Apple & Pear disease, pest and cultural practices calendar: http://plantpathology.ca.uky.edu/files/ppfs-fr-t-21.pdf (http://plantpathology.ca.uky.edu/files/ppfs-fr-t-21.pdf)
IPM Scouting Guide for Common Problems of Apple in Kentucky: http://www2.ca.uky.edu/agcomm/pubs/ID/ID219/ID219.pdf (http://www2.ca.uky.edu/agcomm/pubs/ID/ID219/ID219.pdf)
IPM Scouting Guide for Common Problems of Peach in Kentucky http://www2.ca.uky.edu/agcomm/pubs/ID/ID260/ID260.pdf (http://www2.ca.uky.edu/agcomm/pubs/ID/ID260/ID260.pdf)
Simplified Backyard Peach & Stone Fruit Spray Guide: http://plantpathology.ca.uky.edu/files/ppfs-fr-t-20.pdf (http://plantpathology.ca.uky.edu/files/ppfs-fr-t-20.pdf)
Backyard Peach & Stone Fruit Disease, Pest & Cultural Practices Calendar: http://plantpathology.ca.uky.edu/files/ppfs-fr-t-22.pdf (http://plantpathology.ca.uky.edu/files/ppfs-fr-t-22.pdf)
Find us online!
Websites: https://anchor.fm/growingfarmsandfamilies (https://anchor.fm/growingfarmsandfamilies)
Allen County Cooperative Extension Service: www.allen.ca.uky.edu (http://www.allen.ca.uky.edu/)
Facebook:
Growing Farms and Families with Adam & Kelly Podcast: @GrowingFarmsandFamiliesAdamandKelly
Allen County Cooperative Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources: @AllenCountyExtensionAgriculture
Allen County Cooperative Extension Family and Consumer Sciences: @AllenCountyExtensionFCS
15 Mar 2022
Ep. 12: Transplants: We’re Diggin’ It!
Welcome to the 200 level course on preparing for your garden! This episode is your complete guide to growing and buying vegetable transplants. You will discover how to start your own transplants under controlled conditions and successfully move your seedlings outdoors. We also discuss consumer strategies for purchasing the healthiest transplants at the nursery. You will be ready to dig and plant after this episode!
Links from the Show:
Home Vegetable Gardening in Kentucky: http://www2.ca.uky.edu/agcomm/pubs/ID/ID128/ID128.pdf (http://www2.ca.uky.edu/agcomm/pubs/ID/ID128/ID128.pdf)
Find us online!
Websites: https://anchor.fm/growingfarmsandfamilies (https://anchor.fm/growingfarmsandfamilies)
Allen County Cooperative Extension Service: www.allen.ca.uky.edu (http://www.allen.ca.uky.edu/)
Facebook:
Growing Farms and Families with Adam & Kelly Podcast: @GrowingFarmsandFamiliesAdamandKelly
Allen County Cooperative Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources: @AllenCountyExtensionAgriculture
Allen County Cooperative Extension Family and Consumer Sciences: @AllenCountyExtensionFCS
1 Mar 2022
Ep. 11: Experience the World from you own Kitchen
Welcome to your second health observance holiday episode! March is National Nutrition Month, which is an annual campaign from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to encourage everyone to make informed food choices and develop healthy eating and physical activity habits. In this episode, we discuss the benefits of incorporating different cultural foods into your diet, and you may be surprised that many foods eaten around the world are also grown right here in Kentucky! Listen in to this episode for a fun discussion and all kinds of ideas for getting out of your meal planning ruts!
Links from the Show:
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics National Nutrition Month page: https://www.eatright.org/food/resources/national-nutrition-month (https://www.eatright.org/food/resources/national-nutrition-month)
Cultural Food Ideas and Other Resources: https://www.eatright.org/food/resources/national-nutrition-month/toolkit (https://www.eatright.org/food/resources/national-nutrition-month/toolkit)
Find us online!
Websites: https://anchor.fm/growingfarmsandfamilies (https://anchor.fm/growingfarmsandfamilies)
Allen County Cooperative Extension Service: www.allen.ca.uky.edu (http://www.allen.ca.uky.edu/)
Facebook:
Growing Farms and Families with Adam & Kelly Podcast: @GrowingFarmsandFamiliesAdamandKelly
Allen County Cooperative Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources: @AllenCountyExtensionAgriculture
Allen County Cooperative Extension Family and Consumer Sciences: @AllenCountyExtensionFCS
15 Feb 2022
Ep. 10: Spread the Love, It’s American Heart Month!
Great news! In this episode, we talk about chocolate, pizza, and heart health (and no, we don’t tell you that either of these foods is off limits). February is American Heart Month, so we are taking a few moments to discuss the different types of heart diseases and what they are, risk factors, and preventative measures for protecting your heart. Listen in and spread the love!
Links from the Show:
American Heart Association Website: https://www.heart.org/ (https://www.heart.org/)
Healthy Choices for a Healthy Heart University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Publication: https://leslie.ca.uky.edu/files/healthy_choices_for_a_healthy_heart.pdf (https://leslie.ca.uky.edu/files/healthy_choices_for_a_healthy_heart.pdf)
Plate it Up Kentucky Proud Heart Healthy Recipes
Low Fat: https://ukcsa.files.wordpress.com/2019/03/low-fat.pdf (https://ukcsa.files.wordpress.com/2019/03/low-fat.pdf)
Low Sodium: https://ukcsa.files.wordpress.com/2019/03/low-sodium.pdf (https://ukcsa.files.wordpress.com/2019/03/low-sodium.pdf)
Find us online!
Website: Allen County Cooperative Extension Service: www.allen.ca.uky.edu (http://www.allen.ca.uky.edu/)
Facebook:
Allen County Cooperative Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources: @AllenCountyExtensionAgriculture
Allen County Cooperative Extension Family and Consumer Sciences: @AllenCountyExtensionFCS
1 Feb 2022
Ep. 9: Winter is for Wildlife Habitat Improvement
Do you need a winter project? Why not start thinking now about how to improve your property as a wildlife habitat? If you want to learn more about how to effectively scout your property, provide cover and food sources for species of interest, or conduct a prescribed fire, this episode is for you! Like many things, improving your property as a wildlife habit starts with planning, and this episode contains everything you need to get started!
Links from the Show:
Registration Information for the Wildlife Habitat Improvement Program, February 15, 2022 @6:00 p.m.
~https://uky.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrf-ygrTwiGtbLbtgJRnLfT8CCQRpfJTMr (https://uky.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrf-ygrTwiGtbLbtgJRnLfT8CCQRpfJTMr)
University of Missouri Deer Nutrition Study: https://extension.missouri.edu/publications/g9487#.YfGPTbzifwo.link
Allen County Agriculture and Natural Resources Newsletter
~ https://allen.ca.uky.edu/content/agriculture-newsletter-archives (https://allen.ca.uky.edu/content/agriculture-newsletter-archives)
University of Kentucky Forestry and Natural Resources Page: http://forestry.ca.uky.edu/wildlife (http://forestry.ca.uky.edu/wildlife)
~Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKWildlifeExtension/ (https://www.facebook.com/UKWildlifeExtension/)
Find us online!
Website: Allen County Cooperative Extension Service: www.allen.ca.uky.edu (http://www.allen.ca.uky.edu/)
Facebook:
Allen County Cooperative Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources: @AllenCountyExtensionAgriculture
Allen County Cooperative Extension Family and Consumer Sciences: @AllenCountyExtensionFCS
18 Jan 2022
Ep. 8: So, you want to grow a garden?
Did you know that you can start getting ready for your summer garden even while the snow is still on the ground? There is so much that can be done, even in January that will give you the best opportunity for success in this year’s growing season. In this episode, we share with you a quick list of things to think about and do now- everything from planning your garden out on paper to site selection to soil testing. Listen in to get started!
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Links from the show:
University of Kentucky ID-128 Publication: http://www2.ca.uky.edu/agcomm/pubs/ID/ID128/ID128.pdf (http://www2.ca.uky.edu/agcomm/pubs/ID/ID128/ID128.pdf)
Find us online!
Website: Allen County Cooperative Extension Service: www.allen.ca.uky.edu (http://www.allen.ca.uky.edu/)
Facebook:
Allen County Cooperative Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources: @AllenCountyExtensionAgriculture
Allen County Cooperative Extension Family and Consumer Sciences: @AllenCountyExtensionFCS
5 Jan 2022
Ep. 7: Get SMART in the New Year!
This year, kick resolutions to the curb and tune in to this episode where we share an alternative strategy to adopting healthy habits in the New Year! We discuss simple ways to set financial and fitness goals that are achievable. We walk through the process of creating goals that are specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely using examples that are relevant to you and your family!
14 Dec 2021
Ep. 6: From Holiday Décor Staple to . . . Fish Habitat?
Are you considering purchasing a real Christmas tree this year? This episode is full of tips on where you can find a Kentucky farm-grown Christmas tree, how to select the freshest tree (and keep it fresh once it is in your home) and even how to cut down on allergens that may be present on your tree- don’t laugh until you try it! We also discuss proper disposal of trees once the season ends through the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Tree Recycling Program to improve fish habitat in our local lakes and bodies of water!
9 Nov 2021
Ep.5: Turkey Tuesday Part 2
This episode is sure to leave your mouth watering! If you listened to our October episode, you know that this month, we are talking all about how to safely prepare your Thanksgiving turkey! We discuss how to know what size turkey you need to purchase, safe techniques for thawing the turkey, the pros and cons of various cooking methods, how to know when your turkey is ready to eat, and ways to keep your leftovers safe and delicious! You don’t want to miss this episode!
12 Oct 2021
Ep.4: Turkey Tuesday Part 1
Is it Turkey Time? The next two episodes are for you because we are doing a two-part series on all things turkey! In this episode, we cover the basics of turkey hunting, from hunt preparation, permits and licenses required, to supplies, equipment, and finally harvesting and processing your bird. Learn hunter ethics, tactics, and woodsmanship. Stay tuned for our November episode for more details on how to prepare your turkey after harvest to get it ready to put on your table!
14 Sept 2021
Ep.3 Fall Family Fun on the Farm
Is it fall yet? Well, its close! Have you ever wondered what fun fall activities you can do in your area? Well we have all of the information that you need to explore local agritourist venues! In this episode we talk fun fall activities and things to do with your family as fall arrives! We also discuss the benefits of the Kentucky Proud branding and how to become a Kentucky Proud member.
10 Aug 2021
Ep.2 Fall Gardening, the Best Kept Secret
Did you know that there are three growing seasons in Kentucky? If you missed the boat on planting a summer garden, it’s not too late to get your hands in the dirt this year! Listen in to hear all about how to start a fall garden and learn about some delicious recipes to make with your fall garden produce!
6 Jul 2021
Ep.1 Meet Adam and Kelly; Grow, Shop, and Eat Local
Welcome to the first episode of Growing Farms and Families! In this episode, we will be discussing how you can grow, shop, and eat locally in your community. Supporting local farmers markets and local businesses is a great way to improve your health and build the local economy. Tune in for a fun, family challenge activity!
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