<strong><u>Raised Between the Rows</u></strong> is an authentic look at faith, family, and the grit of the American farm. Join Ashleigh, a next-generation farmer helping grow her family’s legacy while navigating the world of seed sales alongside her dad, and Amanda , a wife and mother of three farming full-time with her father. As retired dairy farmers now dedicated to corn and soybeans, Amanda and her dad bring a lifetime of experience to the field. Together, Ashleigh and Amanda share the real stories of scouting crops, balancing business, and staying rooted in faith every season.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Raised Between the Rows
Claim This Podcastby Ashleigh Bryant
Podcast Overview
<strong><u>Raised Between the Rows</u></strong> is an authentic look at faith, family, and the grit of the American farm. Join Ashleigh, a next-generation farmer helping grow her family’s legacy while navigating the world of seed sales alongside her dad, and Amanda , a wife and mother of three farming full-time with her father. As retired dairy farmers now dedicated to corn and soybeans, Amanda and her dad bring a lifetime of experience to the field. Together, Ashleigh and Amanda share the real stories of scouting crops, balancing business, and staying rooted in faith every season.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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June 10, 2026
The Post-Planting
<p><strong>We survived planting season! (Mostly intact).</strong></p><p>Join Ashleigh and Amanda on this week’s episode as they officially trade the tractor seats for a long-overdue coffee chat. After trying to hit "record" for five days straight, the girls are finally diving deep into the post-planting debrief—and fair warning, they are going down some hilarious rabbit holes.</p><p>From the absolute necessity of self-care (shoutout to eyelash perms and skipped workouts) to embracing our high-maintenance farmer identities, we’re keeping it 100% real about what it looks like to be a woman in a male-dominated industry.</p><p><br></p><h3>What We’re Talking About This Week:</h3><ul><li><strong>The Self-Care Struggle:</strong> Why lash perms are a seed-dealer necessity, and how Amanda’s husband accidentally stole her Mother's Day massage.</li><li><strong>Embracing the High Maintenance:</strong> Why we’re done trying to "blend in" with oversized flannels. If our hair is done and our nails are painted, we’re still getting the job done.</li><li><strong>The Reality of "Farm Rich":</strong> Debunking the biggest misconceptions about farm wealth, navigating generational transitions, and why farmers are asset-rich but cash-poor.</li><li><strong>Dealing with the Naysayers:</strong> How we handle old-school mindsets and how to handle business partners who won't respect the next generation.</li></ul><p>Grab your coffee (or a Diet Coke), hide in the pantry for a few minutes of peace, and let’s see what’s happening between the rows!</p><p><strong>Connect with Us:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>Hosts:</strong> Ashleigh Bryant & Amanda</li><li>Don't forget to <strong>subscribe, rate, and review</strong> if you love keeping it real with us each week!</li></ul><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
May 22, 2026
Kinks, and Closing Wheels
<p>Buckle up for a real and relatable look at the chaos of modern farming! In this episode of Raised Between the Rows, Ashley and Amanda catch up right after a long day of planting a massive 17-variety corn test plot.</p><p>The girls dive straight into the unpredictable reality of this year’s "marathon spring." They discuss shifting dramatically from ultra-wet conditions to an unexpected dry spell, and the modern farming dilemma: at what point do you stop waiting for the "perfect" conditions and just settle for "good enough"?</p><p>Amanda also gets candid about the learning curves of operating a brand-new planter. From troubleshooting software kinks to accidentally breaking off a closing wheel (and choosing to just keep moving anyway!), she shares the humorous and exhausting reality of juggling a new piece of equipment while keeping a baby happy off the tractor field.</p><p>Whether you’ve had to suck 600 pounds of beans out of a drill this season or you're just trying to beat the next rain cloud, this episode is a reassuring reminder that no one has the perfect spring—and we're all just figuring it out as we go.</p><p><strong>In this episode, we talk about:</strong></p><ul><li>Planting a 17-variety test plot with corporate seed partners.</li><li>The wild weather shifts from freezing wet days to immediate 80-degree heat.</li><li>Managing the inevitable "growing pains" and quirks of new farm equipment.</li><li>Why the "perfect spring" doesn't exist and how farmers across the region are coping.</li><li>A hilarious runaway stroller incident on the deck!</li></ul><p>Grab your coffee or a Diet Coke, and join us for a chat between the rows!</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
May 12, 2026
Cultivating Resilience
<p>In this episode, Ashleigh and Amanda sit down with Sarah Zastrow—a multi-generational crop farmer, farm-stress guru, and the voice behind the Throwing Wrenches, Mending Fences podcast. Farming is often romanticized, but the reality involves a unique set of pressures that can weigh heavily on families and mental well-being. Sarah shares her journey from joining the Farm Bureau to find a "better way of doing things" to becoming a leading advocate for mental health in the agricultural community.</p><p>We dive into practical strategies for managing stress, the importance of building a supportive network, and how to find joy in agriculture again, even when the "wrenches" start flying. Whether you're a lifelong farmer or new to the industry, this conversation offers the tools and encouragement needed to balance the demands of the farm with personal wellness.</p><h3><strong>Show Notes</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>Meet Sarah Zastrow:</strong> An introduction to Sarah’s background farming 1,400 acres of corn and soybeans in Midland and Saginaw counties alongside four generations of her family.</li><li><strong>The Path to Leadership:</strong> How Sarah’s involvement in the Michigan Farm Bureau led her to win the 2021 State Discussion Meet and the 2022 Young Farmer Leader Award.</li><li><strong>Defining "Cultivate Balance":</strong> Sarah explains the mission of her business, which provides workshops and coaching to help farmers manage stress and prevent burnout.</li><li><strong>Throwing Wrenches, Mending Fences:</strong> Insights from Sarah’s own podcast about life, family, and finding peace in the middle of farm chaos.</li><li><strong>Practical Stress Tactics:</strong></li><li>Recognizing the "volcano" of stress before it erupts.</li><li>Low-cost strategies for better sleep and mental clarity.</li><li>The power of a strong support network like the Young Farmer program.</li><li><strong>Agriculture Advocacy:</strong> Why Sarah believes it’s vital to be a "voice for agriculture" in communities that may feel disconnected from the farm.</li></ul><p><strong>Connect with Sarah:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Podcast:</strong> Throwing Wrenches, Mending Fences</li><li><strong>Social Media:</strong> @throwingwrenchesmendingfences on Instagram and Facebook</li></ul><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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