Strawberry Chat

About Strawberry Chat

Strawberry Chat is a virtual discussion about strawberry production in Indiana and neighboring states. We invite guests to discuss various topics related to strawberry production in the lower Midwest. The podcast was based on research activities supported by grant funding, including the NC-SARE Project LNC21-454; SCRI (Grant No. 2021-51181-35858/project accession no. 1027430); ISDA Specialty Crops Block Grant Program.

Publisher

Wenjing Guan and Miranda Purcell

Category

science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

10 Mar 2022

Latest episode

16 May 2025

Latest episodes

20 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 May 2025

   Farmer Interview with McNitt Growers: Neopestalotiopsis and Resistant Varieties | Episode 20, May 16, 2025

   In this episode, we talk with Bill McNitt, owner of McNitt Growers (http://www.mcnittgrowers.com/)—a nursery specializing in spring bedding plants and fall strawberry plug production. Bill shares his firsthand insights into how Neopestalotiopsis disease has affected the strawberry industry and discusses the promising opportunities presented by newly released resistant varieties now available to fruit growers.

2. 

   18 Dec 2024

   Farmer Interview with Sam Erwin: Indiana Berry Company, and Strawberry Production in Indiana | Episode 19, Dec. 18, 2024

   Sam Erwin, owner of Indiana Berry Company, shares insights on strawberry production in Indiana, including the company's history and innovative bare-root strawberry plant production methods.

3. 

   4 Oct 2024

   Farmer Interview with Brad Bapst: Plasticulture Production in Southern Ohio | Episode 18, Oct. 4 2024

   In this episode, we travel to southern Ohio, speak with one of the largest plasticulture strawberry growers, Mr. Brad Bapst, who shares his journey and insights on growing strawberries. We also hear from Mr. Thomas Harker, who discusses how the strawberry research conducted at the Ohio State University South Centers impacts strawberry production in the area.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 26 / 100

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Quality

52

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

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