Bästa Vegetable podcaster (2025)

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405-All About Ferns, with Dr. Emily Sessa of NYBG 58:27

3d ago58:27

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Ferns aren’t quite as showy as flowering plants, but they are beautiful and their biology is fascinating, according to my guest this week, evolutionary biologist Dr. Emily Sessa of the New York Botanical Garden. She is here to teach us all about ferns, from their history to their unique properties. Podcast Links for Show notes Download my free eBoo…

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404-Houseplant Propagation Need-to-Knows, with Lindsay Sisti 52:54

13d ago52:54

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One of the most fun and satisfying aspects of raising houseplants is being able to propagate them to get more. But some houseplants are easier to propagate than others. To share the need-to-knows of houseplant propagation, Lindsay Sisti, the author of “The Ultimate Guide to Houseplant Propagation,” joins me on the podcast this week. Podcast Links f…

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403-Winter Tree Care, with Basil Camu 44:36

20d ago44:36

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Winter tree care isn’t just about aesthetics — it reduces the risk that a tree drops a limb or topples, which can both doom the tree and cause property damage and injury. To share important winter tree care tips and warnings, arborist and tree preservationist Basil Camu returns to the podcast this week. Podcast Links for Show notes Download my free…

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402-Bylaws for Biodiversity 1:29:56

27d ago1:29:56

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Gardeners trying to do right by the ecosystem often run into antiquated bylaws, covenants and restrictions that prohibit natural yards. This frustration led to the creation of Bylaws for Biodiversity, an initiative to encourage lawmakers and homeowners associations to adopt rules that protect and promote biodiversity on private and public lands. Jo…

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401-Fighting for the Right to Have a Natural Yard, with Wolf Ruck 55:17

1M ago55:17

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Yard maintenance rules and laws created decades ago, before people and governments were attuned to the ecological damage wrought by climate change and habitat loss, continue to be blindly enforced in suburban and urban neighborhoods. My guest this week, Ontario gardener Wolf Ruck, has fought hard to defend his right to use his yard to sequester car…

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400-Defending a Native Garden From Misguided Laws 1:02:42

1M ago1:02:42

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Rewilding a home landscape to support wildlife and increase biodiversity is a noble and worthwhile effort and should be every property owner’s right. However, ill-advised local ordinances that favor tidiness over ecology can make a native garden a target for fines and prosecution. On this week’s podcast, native gardener Craig Sinclair explains how …

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399-Preparation and Seed Organization Tips for a Stress-Free Seed Starting Season 1:00:01

2M ago1:00:01

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Preparing for seed starting season well ahead of time and becoming better organized will save you headaches and money in the months to come. This week, I’m sharing how I prepare and the new efficient seed organization system that I have adopted. Podcast Links for Show notes Download my free eBook 5 Steps to Your Best Garden Ever - the 5 most import…

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398-Get Small and Live Better on a Lean Micro Farm-Encore Presentation 1:00:47

2M ago1:00:47

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Farmer and author Ben Hartman proves it doesn’t take a ton of space to grow enough food to sustain a business. Ben joins me on the podcast to explain how he maximized efficiency on his lean micro farm to grow enough crops to satisfy his most loyal customers while reducing the effort and resources required to be successful. Podcast Links for Show no…

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397-Looking Ahead to 2025, with Margaret Roach 54:32

2M ago54:32

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Margaret Roach, the New York Times gardening columnist and host of the podcast “A Way to Garden,” is back with me again to discuss what’s new in her garden and what she’s planning for in 2025. Margaret is a repeat guest many times over and a listener favorite who always has interesting observations to share. Podcast Links for Show notes Download my…

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396-Looking Back on 2024 in the Garden 54:01

2M ago54:01

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The end of the year is always a good time to reflect and take stock of the lessons we’ve learned. On this week’s podcast, we look back on 2024 in the garden to make note of the experiences and knowledge we will take with us going forward on our gardening journeys. Joining me in recapping 2024 is my right-hand person — and left-hand too — Amy Prenti…

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395-Your Natural Garden: Ecological Gardening in Action 59:21

3M ago59:21

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Starting a native, organic garden is a big step on the ecological gardening journey, and once you’ve made it that far, you’ll have even more questions than you did before. Garden designer Kelly Norris joins me to shed light on what comes next and discuss his new book, “Your Natural Garden.” Podcast Links for Show notes Download my free eBook 5 Step…

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394-The Easiest Way to Start and Grow Native Flower Seeds in Winter-Encore Presentation 57:27

3M ago57:27

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Germinating native flower seeds is more involved than the seed starting you may be used to, but it’s not hard and it will scratch your gardening itch in winter. Wild Seed Project founder Heather McCargo joins me to explain how to start native flower seeds and the biodiversity benefits that it provides. Podcast Links for Show notes Download my free …

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393-The Hidden Life of Roots-Encore Presentation 52:51

3M ago52:51

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In the soil under our feet, amazing things go on that we don’t get to see. The more we learn about the hidden life of roots, the greater our understanding of how plants obtain the water and nutrients they need to grow. Landscape designer and author Robert Kourik joins me on the podcast to explain what roots and other organisms are up to beneath the…

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392-Prevent Eye Injuries in the Garden 41:33

3M ago41:33

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Eye injuries in the garden may not be top of mind when weeding and harvesting, but gardeners should be in the habit of taking precautions. To identify the risks to our eyes that gardening poses and ways to prevent injuries, joining me on the podcast this week is retinal surgeon Dr. C. Kiersten Pollard. Podcast Links for Show notes Download my free …

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391-Fall Bulb Planting A to Z-Encore Presentation 49:45

3M ago49:45

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Spring’s flower garden starts with fall bulb planting. To share everything you need to know to plant and grow flowering bulbs successfully, Brent Heath of Brent and Becky’s Bulbs, the celebrated mail-order bulb company, joins me on the podcast. Podcast Links for Show notes Download my free guide - Fall Bulbs 101: Selecting, Planting, and Caring for…

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390-Essays on Urban Nature, with Joanna Brichetto 1:09:12

4M ago1:09:12

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Even in an urban environment, nature is all around, if you know where to look. This week, writer Joanna Brichetto joins me to discuss her essay collection, “This Is How a Robin Drinks: Essays on Urban Nature,” and the benefits of becoming attuned to wildlife. Podcast Links for Show notes Download my free eBook 5 Steps to Your Best Garden Ever - the…

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389-Wicked Plants: Mother Nature’s Dangerous Botanical Creations 1:00:44

4M ago1:00:44

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Poisonous plants like poison ivy and giant hogweed can cause irritation, pain and scarring, but there are other plants — wicked plants — that are downright deadly. Joining me this week to discuss the stories behind the world’s most dangerous plants is New York Times bestselling author Amy Stewart. Podcast Links for Show notes Download my free eBook…

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388-How to Create a Naturalized Bulb Lawn-Encore Presentation 37:28

4M ago37:28

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A naturalized bulb lawn provides beautiful blooms each spring continuously with no need for additional plantings. In this week’s encore, I’m joined by horticulturist Peggy Anne Montgomery to discuss the history and techniques behind bulb lawns and to share how to start your own. Podcast Links for Show notes Download my free eBook 5 Steps to Your Be…

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387-Leave the Leaves for Wildlife and the Climate 57:34

4M ago57:34

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“Leave the leaves” is a slogan you must have heard by now. Each fall, conservationists encourage homeowners to keep leaves on their property rather than sending them off to landfills. There are a number of reasons to do so, chiefly to support wildlife and reduce contributions to climate change. For a deep dive into why leaving the leaves is such a …

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386-The Revelations of a Nature Journal, with Margaret Renkl 46:17

5M ago46:17

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When we pause to observe the natural world more closely and record those observations and the way they make us feel, we gain a greater understanding of nature and ourselves. Writer Margaret Renkl, who has a new prompt journal out now as a companion to her best-selling book “The Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year,” joins me this week to discuss the b…

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385-Appreciating the Diversity of Native Bees 51:45

5M ago51:45

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There are around 4,000 species of wild, native bees in North America, though imported, domesticated honeybees seem to be the bees that get all the attention when it comes to conservation. To help us learn about native bees and their value, joining me on the podcast this week is entomologist and wild bee expert Dr. Jessica Forrest. Podcast Links for…

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384-Count Birds with Project FeederWatch 46:56

5M ago46:56

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Citizen scientists are key to tracking bird populations in North America and identifying which birds are growing in numbers and range — and which are on the decline. To explain the value of bird counts, what can be learned from the data and how anyone can get involved, joining me on the podcast this week is Project FeederWatch project leader Dr. Em…

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383-Gardening Burnout 50:22

5M ago50:22

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Gardening burnout happens when a garden becomes so much more work than you can keep up with and a source of disappointment — one disaster after another — rather than a source of joy. It’s the feeling of not just being overwhelmed but wanting to give up gardening altogether (at least for now). This week, I identify the sources of gardening burnout a…

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Hurricane Francine, Inflation, and the Produce Market's Future 51:14

5M ago51:14

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In this week's episode of the Credible Vegetable Report, Craig Slate and Matt Mandel discuss the latest developments in the world of produce. Hurricane Francine made landfall and disrupted parts of the southern U.S., but how will it impact the produce market? Join us as we explore the effects of the storm, the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) repo…

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382-The Tree Collectors: Amy Stewart’s Tales of Arboreal Obsessions 1:04:23

6M ago1:04:23

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Tree collectors come in many different fashions, as author Amy Stewart explores in her new book, “The Tree Collectors: Tales of Arboreal Obsession.” Amy joins me on the podcast this week to discuss tree collecting, what inspired her to write this book, and 10 of the 50 tree collectors she featured in the book. Podcast Links for Show notes Download …

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Stormy Skies and Fresh Start: Weather, USDA Updates, and the Future of Produce 37:51

6M ago37:51

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In this episode of the Credible Vegetable Report, hosts Craig Slate and Matt Mandel dive into the peak of hurricane season, tracking storms and their potential impact on the produce industry. With Saharan dust clearing, tropical waves are rising, which could shape a more intense season. Matt reflects on his sun-soaked return from Hawaii, complete w…

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381-Simple Garden Design Lessons, with Margaret Roach-Encore Presentation 59:58

6M ago59:58

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Margaret Roach is one of those heroes in horticulture and gardening media who I really admire. She excels at communicating her fundamental understanding of the natural world and reminds her readers and listeners to keep on digging, in more ways than one. She has been a guest on this podcast many times, and this week I am revisiting her first appear…

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Hurricanes, Strikes, and the Latest Produce Insights 43:58

6M ago43:58

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In this episode of the Credible Vegetable Report, Craig Slate and Matt Mandel are back to discuss the latest happenings in the world of produce. From weather updates to industry shifts, here's what you can expect: Hurricane Watch: With multiple tropical storms brewing in the Pacific, find out how these could impact Hawaii's key crops, including a s…

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380-Monarch Butterflies and Milkweed: A Remarkable Story of Co-evolution-Encore Presentation 57:12

6M ago57:12

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The annual monarch butterfly migration south starts this month, so I thought it would be a good time to revisit my conversation with ecologist and evolutionary scientist Dr. Anurag Agrawal, an expert on monarch butterflies and milkweed — the only type of plant that monarchs lay their eggs on. Podcast Links for Show notes Download my free eBook 5 St…

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379-My Audio Garden Journal: Winding Down Summer, Readying for Fall 37:21

6M ago37:21

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Periodically, rather than recording a podcast from my studio, I like to get out into my garden and record an audio journal on-site, so I can talk in real time about what I’m seeing, the wins and challenges of the season, what’s worked, what hasn’t and what I plan to change. In this edition, I touch on many things you may have noticed in your own ga…

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Tropical Storm Ernesto’s Impact, Kroger-Albertsons Merger Concerns, and Surging Avocado Prices 39:29

6M ago39:29

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In this episode: Tropical Storm Ernesto: We dive into the potential impact of Tropical Storm Ernesto on the East Coast and discuss the broader implications of this active hurricane season. Learn more about solar activity's effect on storms and what it means for the produce market. USDA Perishable Trade Trends: A closer look at USDA’s recent reports…

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378-The Essential Role of Soil Bacteria in the Garden-Encore Presentation 47:54

7M ago47:54

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Soil bacteria perform many essential tasks to enable plant growth, including cycling nutrients and fixing nitrogen. To explain the fascinating things that researchers have discovered about soil bacteria in recent years, my guest on this encore presentation is gardening columnist and author Jeff Lowenfels. Podcast Links for Show notes Download my fr…

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From Heatwaves to Market Shifts: The Latest Produce Insights 32:51

7M ago32:51

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Welcome to this week’s episode of the Credible Vegetable Report! Craig Slate and Matt Mandel are back to bring you the latest insights from the world of produce, retail, and food service. In this episode: Weather Watch: As the Northwest gets a break from extreme heat, the focus shifts to Southern California, Arizona, Nevada, and Utah, where heat ad…

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377-Plasticulture, AI and More Innovations in Agriculture 45:51

7M ago45:51

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Fumigation film and drip tape inaugurated changes in agriculture that made it easier and far more efficient to grow food crops in difficult climates, and now artificial intelligence is bringing about advancements in weed and pest control, among other promising developments. To discuss innovations in agriculture and how they could also benefit home …

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376-The Light Eaters: The Unseen World of Plant Intelligence 1:05:44

7M ago1:05:44

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Plants can do some marvelous things — in addition to being “light eaters” they have their own ways of seeing, hearing and feeling. My guest this week, environmental reporter and author Zöe Schlanger, is here to discuss her new book, The Light Eaters, on the concept of plant intelligence and how it changes our understanding of plant life. Podcast Li…

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Heat Waves, Grocery Mergers, and eCommerce Surges: Produce Industry Updates 41:14

7M ago41:14

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Welcome to the Credible Vegetable Report! This week, hosts Craig Slate and Matt Mandel delve into the latest updates affecting the produce industry. In this episode: Weather Watch: 🌡️ Extreme heat continues to scorch California, impacting summer crop yields and farm operations. Meanwhile, flood watches are in effect for the southern Midwest and nor…

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375-Apple Hunters Rediscover the Colorado Orange Apple 55:38

7M ago55:38

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Many apple varieties that have not been commercially available for decades have been lost to history, but there are people called “apple hunters” who go in search of once-popular apples to save them from extinction. My guest this week, Jude Schuenemeyer is an apple hunter who is here to share a success story: the rediscovery of the Colorado Orange …

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Consumer Prices Drop, eGrocery Sales Surge, and Kroger's Big Shake-Up 39:52

7M ago39:52

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Welcome to the Credible Vegetable Report! This week, Craig Slate and Matt Mandel delve into the latest updates affecting the produce industry. Leave a like and subscribe to our channel! In this episode: 🥵 Weather Watch: Extreme heat continues to scorch California, impacting summer crop yields and farm operations. Meanwhile, flood watches are in eff…

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374-The Insect Crisis: How Losing the Little Things Creates Big Problems 55:23

7M ago55:23

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The insect crisis is one leg of the biodiversity loss problem that has cascading effects on the ecosystem and threatens human survival. To share the causes of and the solutions to insect decline, joining me this week is Oliver Milman, author of “The Insect Crisis: The Fall of the Tiny Empires That Run the World.” Podcast Links for Show notes Downlo…

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Farm Income Freefall: What’s Driving the Biggest Drop in History? 35:20

8M ago35:20

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Curious about the latest trends and developments in the produce industry? Join hosts Craig Slate and Matt Mandel in this week’s episode of The Credible Vegetable Report for a deep dive into the hottest topics affecting your grocery aisle and beyond. Key Questions Answered in This Episode: • How are recent weather events affecting the produce indust…

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373-The Land Ethic: Aldo Leopold’s Conservation Philosophy 1:01:20

8M ago1:01:20

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Aldo Leopold is considered to be one of the most consequential conservationists of the 20th century. In his posthumously published book “A Sand County Almanac,” he put forward the “land ethic” — the idea that the fates of humans and land are intertwined. To talk about Leopold’s influence on the conservation movement, joining me on the podcast this …

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372-Groundcover Solutions for Difficult Spaces and Turf Lawn Reduction 45:32

8M ago45:32

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Groundcover plants require far less maintenance than a turfgrass lawn and can also offer erosion control and ecological services, among many other benefits. To discuss groundcover solutions to lawn troubles, joining me this week is Kathy Jentz, author of “Groundcover Revolution.” Podcast Links for Show notes Download my free eBook 5 Steps to Your B…

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Surviving the Heatwave: Innovative Strategies from Farmers 38:01

8M ago38:01

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Welcome to another episode of the Credible Vegetable Report! This week, we dive deep into the challenges farmers are facing amid unprecedented heatwaves and drought conditions. Joining the show today is co-host, Tommy Wilkins, who brings over 40 years of expertise in buying, selling, and growing fresh produce. In this episode, we’ll cover: Weather …

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371-Climate Change-Resilient Gardening, with Kim Stoddart 55:41

8M ago55:41

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Extreme temperatures, drought and flooding are all becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change, creating new challenges for gardeners. To explain how to gird a garden for the effects of a warming planet, joining me on the podcast this week is Kim Stoddart, who literally wrote the book — two books, in fact — on climate change-resilient g…

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Farming in the Eye of the Storm: Market and Weather Impact 37:05

8M ago37:05

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Join us for this week’s Credible Vegetable Report with special guest, Dustin Blank. This episode dives deep into the ever-changing world of produce, exploring how tropical storms, market dynamics, and organic trends are shaping the industry. 🌾 What’s Covered: Weather Impacts: How tropical storm Alberto and other weather phenomena are affecting crop…

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370-Bird-Friendly Gardening, with Jen McGuinness 55:10

8M ago55:10

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Of the many reasons to garden, the presence of beautiful and interesting birds is among the most delightful. To explain how to make your garden bird-friendly, joining me on the podcast this week is Jen McGuinness, aka Frau Zinnie, the author of “Bird-Friendly Gardening: Guidance and Projects for Supporting Birds in Your Landscape.” Podcast Links fo…

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Crisis at the Capitol: Tackling Labor and Water Challenges in Produce 35:16

9M ago35:16

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Join Craig Slate and Tommy Wilkins at the Washington Conference hosted by the International Fresh Produce Association for an insightful discussion on the critical issues shaping the fresh produce industry. This episode covers the pressing topics of labor shortages, water scarcity, and the evolving policies affecting growers and distributors. 🌱 What…

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369-Essential Things to Know About Poison Ivy-Encore Presentation 55:14

9M ago55:14

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About 80% of the population is allergic to the oily resin urushiol, the compound found in poison ivy that causes dermatitis — a burning, itching rash. Reactions to poison ivy range from mild to life-threatening, and I am among those who have ended up in the ER due to poison ivy exposure. As this three-leaved menace is in its peak season, I am revis…

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Claudia Sheinbaum's Historic Win: Impact on Agriculture and Market Trends 40:46

9M ago40:46

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Join us for the latest episode of The Credible Vegetable Report, where Craig Slate and Matt Mandel delve into the dynamic world of agriculture, exploring critical topics affecting the vegetable market today. What’s Covered: 🌪️ Weather Woes: Discover how recent weather patterns, including drought conditions in South Texas and predictions of a hot, d…

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Too Cold for Tender Fruit? Hear What this Prairie Grower Does 32:15

9M ago32:15

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Think your climate is too cold to grow tender fruit? Find out how this grower harvests peaches, plums, cherries, apricots, and more…despite winter temperatures that can dip to -38°C (-36°F) and a short summer. In this episode, Donna and Steven chat with Saskatchewan fruit grower Dean Kreutzer. We talk about: Fruit adapted to cold climates Using unh…

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