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 im…

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…

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.…

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!…

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.Av Georgia Farm Bureau

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.Av Georgia Farm Bureau

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.Av Georgia Farm Bureau

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.Av Georgia Farm Bureau

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.…

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 ch…

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, you'll get the chance to learn about a couple of sheep operations here in Georgia; Hunt Road Katahdin Sheep Farm in West Georgia and Rosemary and Thyme Creamery in Northwest Georgia. Two different operations that have been working to develop their flocks and reputations.…

In this episode of the Growing On podcast, we'll be discussing Georgia's grape and wine industry that's been rapidly expanding over the past couple of decades. You'll hear about a couple of different operations in Georgia that have seen great success with not only growing grapes, but producing great, award winning wines.…

In this episode of the Growing On podcast, you'll get to hear about Georgia's citrus industry that has been rapidly expanding over the past decade. You'll hear from one grower about their start in the business back in 2018 and how it's gone so well for them, they are working on expanding their citrus operation.…

In this episode of the Growing On podcast, you'll get to hear from one farm family that own and operate a meat processing facility in Chatooga County, Wright's Meat Processing. Also on this episode, you'll hear from one UGA Turfgrass Specialist, Clint Waltz as to why those in the turfgrass industry are concerned with their annual survey report.…

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, you'll be introduced to the Flower Chicks - 8 flower loving sisters that grow and sell flowers from their farm to the public, at farmers markets, and their roadside stand. Also in this episode, you'll get to hear about an online farmers' market, Market Wagon - a service that connects consumers to farm fres…

On this episode of the Growing On Podcast, we're officially into Summer, which means long, hot days on the farm. Here in Georgia, temperatures can often be dangerous, which is why producers need to be smart for their sake, and for the sake of their livestock, which is why we talk about heat stress in cattle and ways producers can mange their herds …

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, Spring has sprung, which means producers all accross the state are hard at work either getting their 2022 crop in the ground or working to get their crops harvested. You'll hear from a couple of producers that are doing just that. Also in this episode, you'll get to meet Tommy Bedley, a farrier in Madison,…

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, we take you on a trip to Cuba where the U.S./Cuba Agricultural Trade Conference took place. We dive into some of the history behind trade relations with Cuba and talk about what it could mean with Ag Industry Leaders from the United States if those relations ever improved.…

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, we discuss the Georgia Peanut Commission's decision to sponsor the number 38 car in the Atlanta and Talladega NASCAR Cup Series races to promote one of Georgia's top commodities - peanuts!Av Georgia Farm Bureau

Trevor Crosby, who owns Echols Timber Harvesting in Echols County, talks about his business and the challenges they face in the forestry industry each and everyday. Crosby also touches on being a family business and how rewarding it is to work alongside your father, brother, and other family members.…

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, we are discussion two bills in the Georgia General Assembly; the "Right to Repair Act" and the "Georgia Raw Dairy Act". We breakdown both of the bills and explain what they would mean for Georgia agriculture.Av Georgia Farm Bureau

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, we are talking about our Annual Conventions, both on Jekyll Island and the AFBF Convention that was held in Atlanta this year. We take a in-depth look at policy development process and introduce you to our Young Farmer and Rancher Competitors that represented the organization in Atlanta.…

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, we talk about precision agriculture and new technology/machinery in the agriculture industry that helps producers be more productive and efficient. During the 2021 Sunbelt Ag Expo John Deere unveiled it's new CP770 Cotton Harvester - a brand new, state of the art machine that will help cotton producers be …

Amanda is a fifth-generation rancher from Mitchell,S.D., who has dedicated her career to serving as a voice for the nation’s farmers and ranchers. Since 2008, she has tackled hot industry issues on the BEEF Daily blog for BEEF Magazine, where she provides tools and strategies for producers to effectively engage with consumers and counter negative m…

Chris Koch doesn’t let limitations or obstacles stand in his way. Despite being born without arms and legs, Koch grew up like any other small-town kid — playing road hockey, causing mischief at school, and helping out on his family farm. Neither he or his family treated his disability like a tragedy, and instead used it to fuel his dreams. Today, K…

Nelson is a native North Carolinian farm boy and the 8th generation to raise his family on their farm in Taylor’s Bridge, NC. Married to the love of his life, Melody for 16 years, who is a high school teacher, they are finding theirway through raising their wonderful daughter Lily who is 13 going on 21 most days. An Agricultural banker by trade,Nel…

In this episode of the Growing On podcast, Katie and John are down on Jekyll Island for the 2021 Young Farmers and Ranchers Leadership Conference. Due to COVID, this is the first time they've been able to meet in 2 years, so John speaks with Will Godowns, YF&R Committee Chair to discuss this year's conference and how happy they are to be back in pe…

From now until the end of the year is a dangerous time on the farm as producers generally are working long hours in their fields and it only takes a split second for an accident to happen, which is exactly what happened to GFB President, Tom McCall earlier this year when baling hay. John sits down with him to talk about his accident and his message…

In the year 2021, there's an app for EVERYTHING, and it shouldn't come as a surprise that there's an app for agritourism, and that app is "Harvest Hosts" - a membership service that was founded to connect campers and RV enthusiasts to farms, wineries, and other agritourism destinations all across the United States. John Holcomb talks with Joel Holl…

Space: 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 syst…

Spring has sprung and as families look for something to do with the family, GFB's Certified Farm Markets serve as a great place for that and thanks to the 2021 Farm Passport, they can have all kinds of family fun on Georgia Farms and even earn prizes in the meantime. Take a listen as we talk with Kelly Henry, GFB's Certified Farm Market Coordinator…

For artist Ward Jenkins, what started out as just another job turned into a lot more than what he expected when he agreed to illustrate the book, “Tales of the Dairy Godmother.” What he found was a new appreciation for the ag industry, one that would have never happened if he hadn’t agreed to do the book. John catches up with him and discusses how …

The 2021 session is already halfway over, but this year's session hasn't come without some challenges due to the ongoing pandemic. Katie talks with GFB State Affairs Coordinator, Alex Bradford about how things are going under the Gold Dome.Av Georgia Farm Bureau

We recently got to talk with Chairman David Scott about his new role as Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee.Av Georgia Farm Bureau

In this episode of the Growing On podcast, Lily Baucom and Lauren Goble join us to talk about the new Georgia Ag Experience, a 36 foot mobile ag classroom that will be traveling around Georgia showcasing agriculture to children in grades 3-5.Av Georgia Farm Bureau

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, John Holcomb talks with Danah Craft with the Georgia Food Bank Association about how COVID-19 has impacted her organization and how the number of people using food banks has increased due to the virus.Av Georgia Farm Bureau

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, Jay Stone talks with Megan Schossow of Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health about fatigue and how it affects farmers and some ways they can manage it. Also, this week, Katie Duvall talks with Erin Nessmith, GFB's Young Farmer and Rancher Coordinator. They discuss the YF&R Program and how COVID-19 h…

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, Katie Duvall and John Holcomb talk with Keaton Walker with the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter about the cancellation of this year's National Fair due to COVID-19 and their decision to continue with the livestock show. Also in this episode, Jay Stone talks with Ranger Nick about wildlife safety…

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, Katie and John talk with Georgia Farm Bureau's Educational Program Coordinator, Lauren Goble. She discusses Ag in the Classroom and how it is affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Also in this episode, Jay Stone speaks with AFBF's Ray Atkinson, who coordinates the Farm State of Mind program, about key mental …

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, Katie talks with GFB President, Gerald Long about the I Farm. I Vote. campaign that was started back in 2018. They talk about the goals of the campaign and why it's so crucial for anyone that is impacted by agriculture(everyone) to research candidates and cast their vote in elections. Also on this episode,…

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, we discuss the end of the 2020 legislative session here in Georgia. Despite one of GFB's top priority issues not making it to the Governor's desk, Georgia agriculture still had a great year! We break down this year's session with State Affairs Coordinator, Alex Bradford. Also on this episode, Jay, Katie, a…

In this episode, Jay, Katie, and John are talking dairy! The month of June is Dairy Month and so Katie spoke with Nicole Duvall and Farrah Newberry with the Georgia Milk Producers, Inc. They talk about their organization and discuss how they enjoy promoting dairy here in Georgia. Jay Stone discusses tractor rollover safety with Dale Dobson, Farm Sa…

In this episode, Jay, Katie, and John discuss proper attire for farm work, the remaining few days of session, and of course talk about Georgia Grown's newest campaign, "Now More Than Ever, Buy Georgia Grown". Take a listen and learn how you can help Georgia Farmers, stay safe on the farm, and find out what's going on with this year's legislative se…

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, we're celebrating May as being Beef Month. To celebrate the occasion, Katie and John speak with Charlsy Godowns, Director of Association Services with Georgia Cattlemen's Association and Dale Sandlin, Executive Vice President of Georgia Cattlemen's Association and the Georgia Beef Board. They discuss both …

We recently got the chance to speak with Farrah Newberry, Executive Director of Georgia Milk Producers, INC. She discusses how COVID-19 is affecting the dairy industry here in Georgia and across the nation.Av Georgia Farm Bureau

In this episode, Jay, John, and Katie meet virtually and discuss Georgia Farm Bureau amid the COVID-19 Pandemic. We give you an update on departmental operations of GFB and even share a message from GFB President, Gerald Long.Av Georgia Farm Bureau

In this episode, we discuss the 2020-2021 Georgia Budget in regards to Georgia Agriculture as well as touch on the 2020 Census which is a big factor when it comes to federal funding in the coming years. Jay Stone also talks about tractor safety and we even get to hear from Senator Loeffler.Av Georgia Farm Bureau

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, we discuss the 2020 AFBF Annual Convention that was held this year in Austin, Texas. We discuss everything from the Young Farmer and Rancher events to the 2020 policy development process.Av Georgia Farm Bureau

In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, our primary focus is on the start of the 2020 Georgia Legislative Session. Katie Duvall sits down with Alex Bradford, State Affairs Coordinator for Georgia Farm Bureau. They discuss how the session is expected to go this year and even discuss some important agricultural bills expected to be debated under t…

In this inaugural episode of Georgia Farm Bureau's: Growing On Podcast, we give you a chance to get to know us - the hosts, learn about our organization, and find out some background on our President, Gerald Long.Av Georgia Farm Bureau