Positivity in Ag

Whether you’re a hobbyist or a professional, hear from one of the maple syrup producer leaders Jim Admanski. From serving as the North American Maple Syrup Council Vice President to a sales consultant with Roth Sugar Bush in addition to creating his own maple syrup, this is an industry he is passionate about. Hear his background in the maple syrup industry, some reasons on both the producer and co...

There’s so much to making maple syrup, and it’s not just for your pancakes and waffles. Hear more about the industry from one of the nation’s top 5 producing states - Wisconsin - from the Wisconsin Maple Syrup Producer’s Association. We’re headed to the state’s winter institute, learning more about this part of the agricultural community.  Explore a variety of maple syrup options specifically desi...

The Positivity in Ag Podcast is returning for 2025, bringing you stories from the over 20 interviews and 10 countries and nations in Europe during the host Michelle Stangler's travels. In addition, you will hear many additional conversations including from agricultural events from across the United States. In today's episode, we’re giving you a sneak peak of what to expect from our European interv...

While it’s a competition, it's also a place to have conversations about many topics in agriculture at the National Collegiate Farm Bureau Discussion Meet competitor Jake Kinzer. Hear how the experience connected him with fellow college students and his top takeaways.  Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its See...

American Farm Bureau Foundation For Agriculture has many resources for advocates and has helped leaders like Patti Fischer to grow her community in New York. Hear more about her background and the resources offered in today’s episode.  Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

If you might be seeing a rise of prices related to tomato products, listen to today’s episode about tomato production and why you might be seeing that from Daniel Jones, a Californian farmer. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

How does Pixar and agriculture advocacy connect? Learn tips and tricks of how to connect with legislators about agriculture from the Managing Director, Advocacy and Political Affairs at the American Farm Bureau Federation Cody Lyon.  Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

Wanting to be more specific with a business major, college student Phil Ruch decided to add agriculture to his degree. Learn how this has helped him in today’s episode and what he has enjoyed about the agricultural community.  Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

Whether you like mushrooms or not, hear how Northwood Mushrooms began in an urban area, Minneapolis, and now connects consumers with the nutritious benefits of the food on today’s episode.  Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

Farming practices across the nation are different and people like Nick Podoll see and hear from a lot of farmers. One tool he uses to talk with farmers is talking about the Farming Systems Trial, a 40 year study with organic and conventional practices. Tune in to today’s episode to hear more about the study and the Rodale Institute.  Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists o...

A previous attorney, now an organic investigator, Anne Ross looks into farms across the nation and shares more about her role and advice for young professionals in today’s episode. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

There’s a lot to know about organic food production and related areas. That’s why the Midwest Organic Sustainable Education Service, also known as MOSES was founded many years ago. With a recent name change to Marbleseed, Lori Stern, the executive director, shares more about the organization and why the name of “Marbleseed.” Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Pos...

Connecting with the community at her farm is what Susan Nagel is striving to do. Having other people grow their own food through a farm share is an approach she has been doing to engage with the public to show how agriculture is intertwined in an individual's life. Hear how she does it in today’s episode.  Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag P...

Strawberries, blueberries and peaches and much more is an expanding into agritourism. For Thaddeus, he’s been working in the industry for many years and now manages an orchard. Find out advice he has and how it may not be a good season for the peach industry on today’s episode. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “I...

Find out how Lenny LaCrosse transitioned to the Navy to wanting to start a farm of his own and expanding his beekeeping businesses on today’s episode.  Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

Striving to serve regenerative leaders with educational and personal development programs is what Think Regenerative strives to do. Hear more about the non-profit from founder Ryan Slabaugh.  Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

How do canoes and harvesting a crop go together? Hear more from Tawny Savage about the business and how she works with her husband Bruce Savage. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

Especially on a small farm, Joel Barr recognized the need to lead a team effectively to sustain the operation for years to come. Hear how he does it and advice for farmers and people in agriculture who lead teams.  Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

After being in the military, Ryan Sullivan wanted to create a place for his family and the community to be part of it. Hear more about how he started a farm and where it is at today. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

A conversation that’s not talked about often; how to balance life and work with life changing since college graduation. Becca Hilby has been working at a dairy farm for over 10 years, and recently left the position. Hear more how she’s transitioned, and she’s been authentic about it on social media. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Mus...

With spring nearing, there our many plant sales going on and a lot to look forward to. Although, Eileen Mullet has been working at her college’s greenhouse since last year, and has many enjoyable parts to her job. Listen in to hear more of what her daily responsibilities are, and Eileen's favorite part. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast....

With nearly 1 million followers on Facebook along many other platforms Dan Venteicher, also known as the Iowa Dairy Farmer, has grown his social media presence by being authentic. Hear more from his perspective, and advice to starting and growing on social media. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Drea...

There’s a lot to conservation, and today’s episode hears more of how Jenni Scotti of the Kauai Soil and Water Conservation Districts is connecting people in agriculture with conservation efforts in Hawaii. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

A week to celebrate the National FFA Organization is year round for state FFA officers like Heidi Strey. Hear more about the organization from her perspective, and how it’s helped her develop skills for life after high school. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”

The continuation of education may be daunting for some, but for Grace Canny, she was wanting more to continue in her career. Listen to what it may be like to be a PhD student and advice she has for young people. Stay tuned, daily, to hear conversations from agriculturalists on the Positivity in Ag Podcast. Music by Slip.stream - “Its Seems a Dream”