Georgia Farm Bureau Launches "I Farm. I Vote." Campaign
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In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, you'll get to hear an in-depth discussion with Adam Belflower, Governmental Affairs Specialist for Georgia Farm Bureau. Adam breaks down GFB's "I Farm. I Vote." Campaign by giving you some insight as to what Georgia Farm Bureau does as a grassroots organization and explains why, now more than ever, it's important to know who candidates are and what policies they support. The "I Farm. I Vote." Campaign aims to provide unbiased information so Georgians can make an informed decision and support leaders who promote Georgia farmers and Georgia-grown...
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Back to School with Ag in the Classroom
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In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, you'll get to hear a discussion with Lauren Goble, Educational Programs Coordinator for Georgia Farm Bureau. Lauren shares her story and passion for agriculture and the Ag in the Classroom program, and gives some insight for anyone that might be interested in incoprorating ag into their classroom or lesson plans. Show Notes:
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It's OK to Not be OK
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In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, you'll get to hear a one-on-one interview with Kevin Tanner, Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities. Commissioner Tanner shares his story and passion for mental health, especially those in the agricultural community.
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Digging Into the Georgia Peanut Industry
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In this episode, you'll learn about the different parts of the peanut indutry. From industry events like the Peanut Farm Show, to learning about the important work of Peanut Breeders, and finally the grading process at peanut buying points that is done by the Georgia Federal-State Inspection Service. Catch it all in this episode!
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Hurricanes, Climate, and More with Agricultural Climatologist, Pam Knox
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Shortly after Hurricane Idalia made landfall and made its way through Georgia, we spoke with Agricultural Climatologist, Pam Knox all about our climate here in Georgia and the Southeast, and the factors that help shape it.
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Terry England: 2023 GFB Commodity Award Winner
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Each year at their annual GFB Commodity Conference, the organization recognizes someone who's made a lasting impact on the Georgia ag industry. Known as the GFB Commodity Award, it's one of the organization's highest honors. This year's recipient is Barrow County's Terry England.
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Great Southeast Pollinator Census
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In this episode of the Growing On podcast, you'll be hearing from Becky Griffin, Community and School Garden Coordinator and Pollinator Health Associate with UGA Extension. Becky discusses this year's upcoming Great Southeast Pollinator Census and why it's so important.
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Meet Joe Garner, President of the Georgia Cattlemen's Association
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In this bonus episode, you'll be hearing from Georgia Cattlemen's Association President, Joe Garner. Joe talks about his background, his love for the cattle industry, his journey to becoming the President of the organization, and so much more.
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Conversation with Gabe Outlaw, 2022 Georgia Forester of the Year
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In this bonus episode, Gabe Outlaw, the 2022 Georgia Forester of the Year, discusses his role with the Georgia Forestry Commission and dives into what he finds rewarding working in the position, as well as his reaction to being recognized for his hard work and dedication to keeping the forestry industry here in Georgia number one in the nation.
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Spring Harvests in Georgia
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In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, we're on the road covering a few Spring harvests here in Georgia. Join us as we hear about this year's sweet corn, blueberry, broccoli, and strawberry harvests and hear from the producers that grow, manage, and harvest them. They'll discuss their growing seasons, give updates on harvest, and discuss any challenges they faced getting that crop from seed to market.
info_outlineSpace: the last frontier for mankind. By 2025, NASA is planning on making a big leap as they work on sending astronauts to the Red Planet. An important part of a manned space mission however is figuring out how to support your crew for a minimum of 18 months in space, which is why they have a deep space food challenge to see if a technology or system can be created to support the crew on long-term missions.
Also on the show, April is National Safe Digging Month, so Jay talked to Dr. Glen Rains with UGA Tifton about digging safety. Dr. Rains has good information to make sure underground hazards don't result in injuries.
Finally on this episode, Katie sits down with Slayten Carter, GFB's new Membership Acquisition Manager. Slayten talks about her background, her journey to GFB, and what her new role looks like at the Bureau.