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Modern Farming

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Welcome to Modern Farming, the new podcast brought to you by the Green Jean Foundation. Join us each week, as we dive into different ways to think about agricultural production - looking at some methods to revolutionize what we do. The Modern Farming Podcast features a diverse panel of hosts and covers a wide range of topics. Our exclusive interviews with industry leaders, innovative discussions, and groundbreaking insights are something you won’t want to miss. But we’re more than just a podcast

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37:20

Classical Roots: Agriculture Education at...

Modern Farming ·

2025/06/14

In this episode, we sit down with Brooke Holcomb, the dynamic voice behind media and marketing at Independence Classical Academy, a public charter school in Fort Pierce, Florida. With plans to grow from a current K–9 school of 650 students to a full K–12 campus serving over 1,500, Brooke shares how agriculture and outdoor learning are deeply rooted in the school’s classical education model.We explore: • 📚 What a classical education really looks like—no tablets, no distractions—just deep, meaningful

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55:09

Florida Farm School: Connecting Kids to Nature,...

Modern Farming ·

2025/06/06

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Sarah Jones, founder of Florida Farm School, to explore how one woman’s vision turned a simple piece of land into a transformative learning environment for children. Born from a deep respect for nature and a desire to help kids reconnect with the world around them, Florida Farm School is a place where education, healing, and agriculture meet.🌿 What You’ll Hear in This Episode: • How the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic inspired Sarah to create an

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52:12

Planting Seeds of Curiosity: How One Teacher Is...

Modern Farming ·

2025/05/30

In this inspiring episode, we chat with Tiffany Gallegos, a dedicated educator with 21 years in the classroom, who has taken her passion for agriculture and turned it into a hands-on learning journey for her students. What began as a classroom visit from Florida Ag Experience sparked a mission to connect kids with agriculture beyond the textbook.Tiffany shares how she started an ag club as a passion project to bring experiential learning into her school. With no formal ag program in place, she saw

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54:35

Florida Ag Experience or Two Blonde Heifers: Florida...

Modern Farming ·

2025/05/23

In this entertaining episode, we meet Courtney and Jennifer, AKA Two Blonde Heifers - the dynamic duo behind the Florida Ag Experience, a Florida-based mobile classroom bringing dairy education directly to schools and fairs. Inspired by the Southwest Dairy Farmers in Texas, they launched their trailer three years ago to teach kids and consumers the truth about dairy—from “cow to counter.” Based at Dakin Dairy, Florida’s only dairy with on-site bottling and public tours, they combine hands-on

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20:15

AI Meets AG: Bringing Technology to the Ag Classroom

Modern Farming ·

2025/05/16

In this episode, we explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping both agriculture and education—starting right in the classroom. From diagnosing plant diseases to predicting nutrient deficiencies, AI is helping students and future farmers see agriculture through a high-tech lens.Discussion includes:🌾 How AI is being introduced into agricultural education🧠 AI’s role in identifying healthy vs. diseased crops💸 The cost of disease treatment and the value of early detection👨‍🌾 Why agronomists

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51:32

Community Agriculture in Action: 15th Street Farm,...

Modern Farming ·

2025/05/09

In part two of Community Farming Podcast’s Community Agriculture in Action, we’re joined by Emmanuel Roux, founder of 15th Street Farm in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida. What started as a therapeutic garden for a drug and alcohol recovery center has grown into a thriving urban organic educational farm, connecting people—especially kids—with nature, healthy food, and each other.🔍 In This Episode, We Discuss: • 🌱 The origin story of 15th Street Farm and its roots in recovery and healing • 🏙️ How

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59:45

Community Agriculture in Action: Hope Center Blue...

Modern Farming ·

2025/05/02

In the next Modern Farming podcast series, Community Agriculture in Action, we head to Chicago’s South Side to spotlight Hope Center Blue Island—a nonprofit born on the eve of the pandemic that has since blossomed into a community cornerstone. What began as a church has grown into a vibrant, community-driven nonprofit focused on economic development, intellectual growth, and healthy living, especially for teens and low- to moderate-income families.With a community garden at its core, Hope Center is

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41:01

Food for Thought: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and Why...

Modern Farming ·

2025/04/25

In this special recap episode of the Modern Farming Podcast, we bring together two powerful conversations from our What Is and Isn’t in Your Food series to highlight one essential truth: you don’t have to be a farmer to care about agriculture. The health of our soil directly impacts the health of our food—and ultimately, the health of you.Episode Highlights:We revisit key insights from two groundbreaking episodes: 1. “What Your Food Is and Isn’t” with David R. Montgomery and Anne Bikle This

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What Is and Isn't In Your Food Dan Kittredge

Modern Farming ·

2025/04/18

In this "What Is and Isn't In Your Food: Defining Nutrient Density" episode, we sit down with Dan Kittredge, a regenerative organic farmer and founder of the Bionutrient Food Association (BFA), to unpack a concept that’s changing the way we think about food: nutrient density.Dan coined the term nutrient density back in 2007, and since then has dedicated his life to helping farmers and consumers understand what makes food truly nourishing. It’s not just about calories or labels—it’s about the flavor,

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01:20:29

What Your Food Is and Isn't with Anne Bikle and David...

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2025/04/11

n this episode of Modern Farming, What your Food Is and Isn't with Anne Bikle and David Montgomery, we dig into what’s really beneath our food—starting with the soil. Joined by husband-and-wife team David R. Montgomery and Anne Biklé, we explore how both natural processes and human practices like conventional agriculture have contributed to widespread soil depletion, and what that means for the future of farming and our health.David, a MacArthur Fellow and professor of geomorphology at the

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30:38

DIrt to Dinner: the Final Bite

Modern Farming ·

2025/04/04

In this recap of the Dirt to Dinner series, Brad and Nick reflect on their conversations with two trailblazers in regenerative agriculture—Dr. Jonathan Lundgren from Ecdysis Foundation and Will Harris of White Oak Pastures.Brad shares firsthand insights from his time with Dr. Lundgren and his research team, who spent over a week in Florida gathering data on soil health, biodiversity, and regenerative farming practices. He highlights the depth of John’s research and the collaborative effort it takes

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51:25

Dirt to Dinner part 3: Regenerating Land, Livestock,...

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2025/03/28

Guest: Will Harris, fourth-generation cattleman and owner of White Oak Pastures, a pioneering regenerative farm in Bluffton, Georgia.Episode Overview:In the final installment of Dirt to Dinner on the Modern Farming podcast, we sit down with Will Harris, a leader in regenerative agriculture who transformed his family’s farm from an industrialized cattle operation into a sustainable, pasture-based, vertically integrated farm. Will shares his journey of moving away from conventional farming methods and

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51:44

Dirt to Dinner part 2: Regenerating Farms and...

Modern Farming ·

2025/03/21

In this second installment of the Dirt to Dinner series, we welcome agroecologist Dr. Jonathan Lundgren, Executive Director of Ecdysis Foundation and CEO of Blue Dasher Farm. Jon’s groundbreaking research is reshaping the future of agriculture, demonstrating how regenerative farming can restore ecosystems, improve farm profitability, and transform rural communities.In this episode, Jon shares his journey into regenerative agriculture and the science behind it, focusing on the 1000 Farms Initiative,

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55:38

Dirt to Dinner part 1: Soil Special

Modern Farming ·

2025/03/14

Welcome to the Modern Farming podcast's newest three-part series, Dirt to Dinner, exploring the connections between soil, farming practices, and the food we eat. In our Soil Special episode, Brad and Nick dig deeper into the foundations of regenerative agriculture and its role in modern farming. Is regenerative the new organic? And what does that mean for farmers and consumers alike?Topics Covered:🌱 The history of soil science—how long have we really understood soil health?🌾 Regenerative farming—a

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44:53

Pollination: Beyond the Bees with Special Guest...

Modern Farming ·

2025/03/07

Episode Summary:In this episode of Modern Farming, we’re diving into the fascinating world of pollination with special guest Helena Peterson! As an 18-year-old Agriculture Advocate, 4-H State Executive Board member, and one of Florida’s six Youth Pollinator Ambassadors, Helena is passionate about educating the next generation on the importance of pollinators and how we can protect them.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:🐝 What is pollination? How plants rely on pollinators to reproduce and why this

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51:39

Private Ag Services: Turning Passion into Progress

Modern Farming ·

2025/02/28

In this episode of Modern Farming, we dive into the business of producing food as a passion, exploring how innovative thinkers are transforming passion in agriculture into full-fledged businesses. Logan shares his journey from a small idea to a thriving enterprise, while Brad discusses the role of technology in modern agriculture. Nick reminds us that success isn’t just about growth—it’s about networking, relationships, and prioritizing family.Beyond the business side, we also discuss an important

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44:38

You Are What You Eat part 3 with Special Guest Erin...

Modern Farming ·

2025/02/21

In the final episode of our Modern Farming podcast series, You Are What You Eat, we welcome Erin Martin, founder of FreshRx Oklahoma and Co-Lead of the Oklahoma Food is Medicine Policy Coalition. A dedicated advocate for regenerative agriculture, soil health, and the power of food as medicine, Erin is transforming the way we think about nutrition and health.Brad, Logan, and Nick sit down with Erin to discuss the groundbreaking impact of FreshRx, a program demonstrating how dietary changes can

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40:50

You Are What You Eat part 2 - Nutritional Density of...

Modern Farming ·

2025/02/14

Welcome to the second episode of our “You Are What You Eat” series on the Modern Farming Podcast! In this episode, we dig deep into the nutrient density of foods—what it is, why it’s critical for your health, and how it’s been declining over the past 50 years. Shockingly, studies show we’ve lost 20–50% of the nutritional value in many common foods. But what’s behind this decline, and what can we do to reverse the trend?We’ll explore the history of nutrient tracking, going back to a time before 1950

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38:50

You Are What You Eat part 1 - Nutrients on the Farm

Modern Farming ·

2025/02/07

In this episode of “You Are What You Eat,” on Modern Farming, we dig into the fascinating world beneath our feet—where plants, microbes, and nutrients work together to sustain life. We explore how soil biologics and root exudates influence crop nutrition and soil health. Understanding these processes not only helps farmers and gardeners grow healthier plants but also ensures the food we eat is packed with the nutrients we need.Key Topics Discussed:🦠 Soil Biologics: Microbial Life & Plant Health

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14:47

Beyond NPK

Modern Farming ·

2025/01/30

Join Modern Farming hosts, Brad and Nick, as they explore the dynamic and ever-changing world of farm nutrients. From carbon-powered biological tools to the complex processes that link soil health with the food you consume, this episode offers valuable insights and expert perspectives.Highlights of the Episode: • A deep dive into the rhizophagy process, where plants attract, internalize, and manage soil microbes to influence plant growth and nutrient composition. • The relationship between the

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