The Easy Food Dehydrating podcast covers all things related to food dehydrating. Dried bananas? Fruit rollups? Mushrooms? Yep. What kind of dehydrator and food vacuum-sealers to use? Yes. What size oxygen absorber is best? Yeah. It's all in here by Susan Gast ~ your food dehydrating guru!
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Join hosts Dana Clémençon and Micah Schweizer on Balancing the Future from METTLER TOLEDO, where they delve into the world of sustainable technology and its transformative impact on our lives. Each episode features stories from leading innovators, breaking down complex tech advancements into engaging narratives that reveal how these innovations shape our present and future. From the origins of new technologies to their individual and societal implications, this podcast offers a compelling lo ...
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Hear from encouraging guest and hosts who walk the talk!Be Prepared and Enjoy the Journey!
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Practical Preparedness – self-reliance homesteading and emergency survival - surviving the unthinkable, Self-Preparedness and survival for all the family, Natural disasters and emergency preparations -Handy Tips on domestic preparedness – save money – handy tips on food and water storage – save money on domestic power resources (gas and electric)
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Levels builds tech that helps people understand how food affects their metabolic health, empowering others with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve health span. We host in-depth conversations with industry thought leaders with research-backed information, so you can take your health into own hands. Connect with us: Become a Member: https://levels.link/wnl Instagram: https://instagram.com/levels Twitter: https://twitter.com/levels LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/levels ...
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Welcome to the Purposeful Heartbeets Radio podcast, dedicated to having a better relationship with food on purpose.
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Welcome to the ContenderCast with Justin Honaman, a leadership and Consumer Industries entrepreneurship conversation centered on shining a light on bright ideas. The ContenderCast is the top global Consumer Industries entrepreneurship podcast. Justin is a digital commerce leader, author, communicator, and Consumer Products / Retail industry thought-leader based in Atlanta, Georgia. For additional information and guest access, visit contendercast.com. Every winner started as a contender!
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Empowering clients with commercial intelligence, supply chain expertise, and risk management solutions.
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The Wise Prepper Show is all about being prepared! LIVE Saturday Nights from 8-9PM PST on FM NEWS 101.1 FM in Portland Oregon and streaming live on KXL.com We take your calls and answer your questions about getting prepared. Call us at 503-417-9595, Toll Free 877.733.1011 - We cover the how's and the why's of getting prepared for the future for whatever may come. We bring you prepper news presented by Michael Knight and the Community Preparedness Calendar presented by co-host Joshua Patterson
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Follow along with us in our adventures in homesteading as we share our tips, tricks, follies, and adventures. Become part of our virtual family and let’s grow together. We have many years of farming, self-reliance, DIY, canning and food preservation under our hats and we want to share it with you.
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The Canny Couple, Aaron and Julia, are a small homestead family in rural Southwest Virginia. We work every day on being more self-reliant by living a frugal homestead lifestyle. We live a simple life, living our life debt free. We are reaching our goal of self-sufficiency by reducing our costs, merging frugality, homesteading, traditional skills, and modern enhancements to our everyday life. Working hard, living simply, and enjoying life! Visit us at https://linktr.ee/thecannycouple or email ...
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Gutsy Matters Podcast is for independent thinkers who aren’t afraid to stand out from the crowd. Join our gutsy conversations every fortnight to discover, uncover and create opportunities and perspectives about health, wealth and sustainable living. We’re excited to share these thought-provoking discussions because they change the way we do things, the way we think and how we succeed. Gutsy Matters Podcast is brought to you by Stored Naturally - helping you to live well with our all natural, ...
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Every year Americans lose Thousands of dollars from scammers pretending they want a romantic relationship.
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Making the best choice today, for a better tomorrow
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Prepping, politics, the prolife movement, and fatherhood we will talk about all of this and more. #shtf #prolife Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/k-pykh/support
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The Live Lightly Podcast, hosted by Jessica Franklin, a busy mom, wellness enthusiast, and Mother Nature lover, focuses on living a sustainable and healthy lifestyle and empowering busy moms to do the same. Jessica shares her journey of eliminating chemicals and plastic from her household and discusses the challenges of finding truly sustainable products amongst greenwashing. The podcast features interviews with founders of sustainable companies, who share their stories and the obstacles the ...
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The No-Till Growers Podcast Network (formerly known as The No-Till Market Garden Podcast) is a nuts and bolts (and earthworms and microbes) look at how to run a productive, profitable no-till market garden for small and mid-sized farmers. It's also where you can hear everything else No-Till Growers produces.
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Here we discuss work flows per enneagram type. We’ll also feature work flow audits and coaching based on an entrepreneur’s enneagram. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/enneagramentrepreneurs/support
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Each week Morgan presents different, unique ways to be prepared that maybe aren't talked about much in the prepping world. We're interested in getting down to the nitty gritty and really figuring out what is going to work for each person and family to be prepared for emergencies and disasters. Get prepared today!
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REPLACE. It's the one word that will stop climate change. If you've ever felt there are no clear guides, if you're tired of solutions like "use LED bulbs" or "drive less", if you feel hollowed out by protesters chanting "do something" without that something defined, you're not alone. Fortunately, there are thousands of people around the world who are doing "something". We'll show you their solutions, how they're doing it, how they're funded, and how long it takes to make a difference. We hav ...
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Welcome to Plan My Disaster: A "non-prepper's" guide to personal safety, home preparedness, and disaster planning. Join us as we talk with experts about current trends, resources, guides, and the must have gear for the "non-prepper's" out there, including us.
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Tom Carvel — ice cream king, business tycoon, the man who brought us Fudgie the Whale. His voice was one that could sink a thousand ships, yet his was the voice of Carvel. “Who better to sell my ice cream than me?” he reasoned. And he was right. In the 1970s and ‘80s you’d hear him calling out “Buy one, get one free!” deals during commercial breaks. It was precisely that lack of Madison Avenue polish that made you believe Carvel was kindly, grandfatherly, a regular guy who just happened to m ...
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Grow a better vegetable garden, whether you're a seasoned gardener or have never grown a thing in your life. Karin helps home gardeners learn to grow their own food using evidence-based techniques and research. She talks all about specific plants, pests, diseases, soil and plant health, mulch, garden planning, and more. It's not just the "how" but also the "why" that makes us better. The goal? For everyone to know how to grow their own food no matter what sized space they have or their exper ...
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Tangible, practical advice and information. Orchard Outlook is a podcast by Perennia Food and Agriculture Inc. hosted by our Tree Fruit Specialist, Michelle Cortens. These insightful discussions can help any grower navigate commercial tree fruit production for sweet success. Perennia is a technical development agency based in Nova Scotia, Canada with the mission to help farmers, fishers and food processors be more prosperous and profitable.
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The Green Majority is a multi-platform Canadian environment and politics news show, publishing since 2006. Learn more at www.greenmajority.ca
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A Podcast dedicated to an audiophile’s journey and experience with stories, equipment & music reviews, and insights into the history of the music business and recording industry.
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We bring you to the center of the sustainability conversation at UNC-Chapel Hill as we explore the technologies, partners, and exciting happenings that make our campus sustainable. From the North Carolina Piedmont to around the world, we seek out and discuss the latest in sustainability.
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Somewhere on Earth: The Global Tech Podcast is a weekly podcast that looks at technology and how it impacts our daily lives. We tell the untold tech stories from Somewhere on Earth. We don’t do new toys and gadgets, but look at new trends, new tech and new ways we use that tech in our everyday lives. We discuss how the ever evolving digital world is changing our culture and our societies, but we don’t shy away from the news of the day, looking at the tech behind the top stories affecting our ...
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Helping people lose weight whilst enjoying the food they love & getting stronger and healthier.
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Prepping skills taught on a positive note. From growing your own food and stocking a prepper pantry, to providing your own water and electricity and making your own natural remedies, learn the prepping skills you need to sustain you and your family through any crisis.
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The Best 5 Minute Wine Podcast is a weekly podcast by Forrest Kelly exploring wineries around the world. We take 5 minutes and give you wine conversation starters and travel destinations. In addition, you'll hear candid interviews from those shaping the wine field. Join us as we become inspired by their search for extraordinary wine and wineries. Voted One of The Best Travel Podcasts and Top 5 Minute Podcasts.
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Our planet is warming at an unsustainable rate. This climate crisis is being caused by humans and it will take human ingenuity to stop or reverse it... Hardware to Save a Planet explores the technical innovations that are giving us hope in the fight against climate change. Each episode focuses on a specific climate challenge and explores an emerging physical technology solution, with the person bringing it into reality. Hosted by Dylan Garrett, Head of Climate Tech Business at Synapse.
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Join Benjamin Brown, co-founder and head nutrition coach of BSL Nutrition as he chops it up with the worlds leading experts in all things nutrition, fitness, strength training, and lifestyle so that you can learn how to implement the most practical and realistic ways to immediately make a positive change in your life. No crazy restriction, no diet dogma, just tried and true methodolgy that has helped thousands of people lose weight, gain muscle, improve their energy and live healthier lifest ...
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Welcome to "Fueling the Future with Matthey Propane Service," the premier podcast for everything you need to know about propane in the residential, commercial, and recreational sectors. At "Fueling the Future," we explore the exciting world of propane, a versatile and clean fuel source that powers a multitude of applications. Our listeners can learn about propane's efficient use in homes, the benefits it brings to businesses, and how it keeps your recreational vehicles running smoothly. Host ...
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The Mayor’s Podcast with Summerland Mayor Doug Holmes is a monthly podcast relating to local issues and the work of the District of Summerland. Each month Mayor Holmes sits down with a municipal councillor, District staff, community member, or other people of interest to discuss a specific topic of importance to Summerland residents.
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Episode 84: Farm Wife, Sexy Life -Changing My Food Storage Setup
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Change can be empowering, even if it is a simple change to your working pantry. On this week's episode, Julia shares how she is shifting her focus for her family's food storage to create a sustainable, easy system that works for her whole family while creating a less stressful environment in emergency situations. ************ The Canny Couple is a …
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Easy Food Dehydrating and Safe Food Storage (available as eBook, Paperback, or Audiobook)
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"Easy Food Dehydrating and Safe Food Storage" - available as an eBook, paperback, or audiobook. Since 2010, Susan Gast has helped thousands preserve food at its peak, saving money and reducing waste. Learn to dehydrate fruits, vegetables, and meats, plus master proper storage techniques using everything from glass Mason jars to Mylar bags. Perfect …
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The November USDA WASDE bullish award goes to...
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Sugar USDA adjusts for early harvest sugar Shifts in old crop numbers Wheat Few changes for wheat, global stocks remain steady at 257 MMT Shout out to Kazakhstan with a 2 MMT increase to production! Corn & Soy Complex Both U.S. corn and soybean yields reduced (and much more for the latter). Ending stocks of soybean oil growing more ominous for 2024…
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Can you Turn a Pond into a Garden? + Unfairly Awesome Life Changes
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Welcome to episode 28 of Growers Daily! We cover: Feedback friday! Also we discuss converting a rice paddy, and unfairly awesome life changes. the drinking episode: https://youtu.be/YYsX_rzcfsQ Support our work (👊) at www.notillgrowers.com/support or www.Patreon.com/notillgrowers MY BOOK! The Living Soil Handbook 📕 👉 https://www.notillgrowers.com/l…
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Understanding the Key Role Minerals Play to Support Your Body in Detox & Hydration With Caroline Alan Founder, BEAM Minerals
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Today I speak with Caroline Alan to delve into the critical role of minerals in cellular detoxification, hydration, and overall health. Caroline shares her personal health journey with oral health, gut health, adrenal fatigue, and ongoing sinus infections that led her to discover the importance of plant-based minerals, emphasizing that minerals are…
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Episode 121 - Frugal Tips for Big Shopping Sales
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The days for big deals are almost upon us and if you are not careful, you can end up spending way more than you anticipated. On this week's episode of Rural Reliance, Aaron and Julia share their tried and true tips for maximizing their savings for shopping these big deal days. *********** The Canny Couple is a small homestead family in rural Southw…
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Bike Lanes, Atmospheric Carbon, Food Supply & A Youth Lawsuit (941)
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We talk about climate news and a youth lawsuit, with Fraser Thompson of Ecojustice.Green Majority Media
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Rehydrate Dried Food Safely: Here's How
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Dive into the art and science of bringing dehydrated foods back to life! Join us as we explore expert techniques for rehydrating everything from fruits to pasta, featuring insights from food preservation pro Susan Gast. Learn the secrets of proper rehydration timing, discover creative ways to maximize flavor, and understand how to maintain nutritio…
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Clearing Woods for a Garden + Farming Herbs
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Welcome to episode 28 of Growers Daily! We cover: Clearing a forest, farming herbs, and why did you get into food? Medicinal Herb Farmer Book: https://amzn.to/4fB4xTP Support our work (👊) at www.notillgrowers.com/support or www.Patreon.com/notillgrowers MY BOOK! The Living Soil Handbook 📕 👉 https://www.notillgrowers.com/livingsoilhandbook French co…
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Sustainable Kitchens: Smart Induction Stoves for Fighting Climate Change with Sam D’Amico
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In this episode of Hardware to Save a Planet, Dylan talks to Sam D’Amico, Founder and CEO of Impulse, Dylan chats with Sam about Impulse’s electric induction stove with built-in battery storage designed to reduce household reliance on the grid. They explore how this innovative stove combines high performance and precise temperature control, bringin…
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The Leaf Episode + Important Crop Storage Advice
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Welcome to episode 27 of Growers Daily! We cover: Composting Leaves, Mulching with leaves and storing food because why not.?! Coolbot: https://storeitcold.referralrock.com/lv1/Y6I33LJV/ Thermostat: https://amzn.to/3Cq40Wh Root Cellar book: https://amzn.to/3NUmHUP static aerated cmpost vid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=755RfsdIzbQ Support our wor…
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Farm-Raised Kids w/ Author & Farmer Katie Kulla of Oakhill Organics & Growing for Market
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Katie Kulla is the author of Farm-Raised Kids. A brand new book from Storey Publishing. Katie is also an illustrator, one of the hosts of the Growing For Market Podcast and farms with her husband at Oakhill Organics on Grand Island in rural Dayton, Oregon. In this episode, we do discuss Katie’s brand new book but we also talk a lot about Katie’s ex…
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Internet shutdowns in Mozambique following election
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Internet shutdowns in Mozambique following election In Mozambique, eleven people have lost their lives as law enforcement intensified its response to protests that erupted after the elections in October. For the second time within a year, authorities have suspended mobile internet services. Felicia Anthonio, the KeepItOn Campaign Manager at the dig…
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Doing the Farm All Over Again + Should Someone Create a New Farm Certification?
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Welcome to episode 25 of Growers Daily! We cover: Certifications, big mistakes we made on our farm, and New Years Resolutions... but in November. NRCS soil survey: https://websoilsurvey.nrcs.usda.gov/app/ Certified Naturally Grown: https://www.naturallygrown.org/get-certified/ Real Organic Project: https://realorganicproject.org/get-certified/ NYE …
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Bottle Bank is a groundbreaking wine-centric hospitality concept that redefines how enthusiasts engage with wine. Founder Damon Raque shares his journey from wine collector to entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of adapting to consumer needs in a rapidly changing market. With a focus on creating community and connectivity, Bottle Bank offers a…
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267_Psychological Tricks, Protein Insights, and Top Nutrition Tips for Your Weight Loss Journey
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Welcome to another Q&A episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show! I’m your host, Ben Brown, Owner and Head Coach at Body Systems. We are an online fitness and nutrition coaching company that helps individuals achieve sustainable fat loss in the most simplistic way possible. Today, I'm answering some of our clients' most commonly asked questio…
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Tropical Gardening, Plus Your Biggest Garden Failures of the Season - Ep. 223
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If you’ve been watching my social media accounts you’ve seen me posting about my recent trip to Puerto Rico. I was hoping to see what backyard gardeners were growing in a tropical region and also get an idea of what crops are economically significant to the region and I was actually surprised by what I learned. Today on Just Grow Something we’re go…
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Episode 85: Farm Wife, Sexy Life -My Dream & Goal for Our Homestead
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Everyone's homestead dream is a little bit different, and Julia is no exception to that rule. On this week's episode, she discusses what she wants from her homestead journey and how she hopes to get there. ************* The Canny Couple is a small homestead family in rural Southwest Virginia. We work every day on being more self-reliant by living a…
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Episode 12 - Sunshine Hydro's Pumped Hydro and Hydrogen Energy Storage Solution
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We have a lot of blindspots that prevent us from solving climate change, and this… this is a big one. Coal is a battery. A single piece of coal can store solar energy for 300 million years. Solar and wind can't store energy at all. That means they can't replace fossil fuels without a compatible storage capacity. While we've spent the last few decad…
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Use The Right Size Oxygen Absorber
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Dive into the world of oxygen absorbers with an exploration of Susan Gast's Easy Food Dehydrating website. Learn how to choose the right size absorber for your storage needs, from small 50cc packets for half-pint jars to 2000cc absorbers for large storage bins. Discover the science behind how these preservative powerhouses work, essential tips for …
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Cover Crops Gone Wild + Why Farming is Puzzling
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Welcome to episode 25 of Growers Daily! We cover: Dealing with cover crops that have gotten a little out of hand, puzzles, and hopeful planting. Support our work (👊) at www.notillgrowers.com/support or www.Patreon.com/notillgrowers MY BOOK! The Living Soil Handbook 📕 👉 https://www.notillgrowers.com/livingsoilhandbook French copy of The Living Soil …
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TIP TOP K9 DOG TRAINING
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Tip Top helps you quickly fix behavior problems and bring the best out of your dog! They got started 15 years ago in Oklahoma and now have locations across the U.S. where they help people communicate better with their dogs. With the Tip Top Method of Dog Training, you can quickly gain the control you have always wanted while still having a happy, t…
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Scaling Small Farm Knowledge with Jason Grauer of Stone Barns Center
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Today, we are going to break into the uniform tranquility of a beautiful region to speak with my guest, Jason Grauer, who is the Senior Director of Farm and Innovation at the Stone Barns Center. You all may be familiar with Blue Hill at Stone Barns, the very famous and very deservingly famous restaurant in the Hudson Valley of New York, Dan Barber,…
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Master Sommelier: Laura DePasquale's Journey in Wine Pt. 1-6
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Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of the wine industry with Laura DePasquale, Senior Vice President of Artisanal Wines at Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits. Laura shares her unique journey from aspiring artist to a trailblazer in the wine business, emphasizing the significance of women in leadership roles and how they are reshaping the …
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Reclaiming an Old Garden + Giving November its Applause
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Welcome to episode 24 of Growers Daily! We cover: A love of November, Reclaiming an old garden, confirmation bias, and the first month is in the books! Support our work (👊) at www.notillgrowers.com/support or www.Patreon.com/notillgrowers MY BOOK! The Living Soil Handbook 📕 👉 https://www.notillgrowers.com/livingsoilhandbook French copy of The Livin…
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Episode 120 - October Homestead Frugal Tactics
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On this week's episode of Rural Reliance with the Canny Couple, Aaron and Julia share how their budget was for October. With several successes and failures, they show that consistent budgeting and frugal experimentation will help you reach your financial goals. *********** The Canny Couple is a small homestead family in rural Southwest Virginia. We…
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Will this Halloween be spooky for chocolate lovers?
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With hefty chocolate prices scaring consumers, will we see a bias for sugar-based confectionery treats? Prices at the grocery store: Chocolate candies vs. sugar, candy, and gum Retailers are promoting more aggressively to move products Will price increases continue to insulate most companies on earnings/sales? Mark your calendars for our next webin…
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Dealing With Rodents in the Garden + Lessons in Small Scale Popcorning
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Welcome to episode 23 of Growers Daily! We cover: Death and animals, rodents in the garden, and popcorn! Rat trap https://amzn.to/3AixDbC Arizona worm farm video: https://youtu.be/s6M8d4aBwP0 Nytimes article on animals and death:https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/29/science/animals-death-monso.html Composter Podcast with Compost Power NYC: https://pod…
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BEST OF: OCTOBER 2024
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Our monthly Best Of show compiling our favourite parts of the past month.Green Majority Media
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Competition Among Farmers + Tomato Takedown
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Welcome to episode 22 of Growers Daily! We cover: Tomato Trellis Cleanup. Some facts about kentucky and some thoughts about competition tomato trellis video: https://youtu.be/QaLNP3wr6hc Support our work (👊) at www.notillgrowers.com/support or www.Patreon.com/notillgrowers MY BOOK! The Living Soil Handbook 📕 👉 https://www.notillgrowers.com/livingso…
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