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Send us Fan Mail Venessa Wood of Ag Talk, hosts Amber Bruckner, an entrepreneur who runs Pine Row Preschool and Childcare, an agriculture-based school on a 17-acre farm. Amber shares her journey from intending to go to vet school to discovering her passion for early childhood education. She emphasizes the need for farm-based education, recounting how she acquired the farm and the numerous challeng...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 'Ag Talk: Your Story Matters,' Venessa interviews Jeana Curtis from Missouri, who shares her multifaceted involvement in agriculture. Jeana discusses her background, growing up in a rural community, her educational journey, and her passion for agriculture despite not coming from a farming background. The conversation touches on her roles as an agricult...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood sits down with Tiffany Lashmet, an agriculture lawyer based in West Texas. Tiffany shares her background in agriculture, having grown up on a family farm and ranch operation, and discusses her journey into law. She details her role as an Ag law specialist at Texas A&M, where she educates rural landowners and agricultural producers on le...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Ag Talk, hosted by Venessa Wood, longtime friends Venessa and Cara Wilson explore Cara's journey of faith, her life with her late husband Chris Wilson, and the incredible work and mission he left behind. Chris, who started the Ranch Horse Team organization at Texas Tech and battled cancer for three years, wrote a 40-day devotional for cowboys titled 'I...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Ag Talk: Your Story Matters , Venessa Wood talks with Katy Davis, Senior Loan Officer at Ag Trust Bank, about her rural roots, career in ag lending, and the power of personal connections. They discuss balancing work and life as a woman in agriculture, faith-based support, and finding clarity in quiet seasons. Support the show Thank you for joining us at Ag Talk...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood interviews Sami McGuire, the owner of High Call Media. Sami shares her background, discussing her upbringing in the equine industry and her journey into horse sale photography, social media marketing, and the roping industry. She details the evolution of her career, starting from her first horse given to her as a baby to managing High Call...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa welcomes Chelsea Constantino to discuss her journey from small-town Midwest upbringing to becoming Miss Iowa and her current work in nutrition based on biblical principles. Chelsea shares her background, growing up in a Christian home involved in music, and her path to the Miss America pageant, where she discovered her passion for health and fit...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood interviews Lauren Pez from Canyon, Texas. Lauren shares her journey from growing up in the Flint Hills of Kansas to establishing her own cattle operation in Texas. The discussion covers key topics such as positioning oneself as a professional in agriculture, boosting confidence and authenticity, resume building, and leveraging LinkedIn for...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 'Ag Talk: Your Story Matters,' Venessa Wood interviews Cassie Schultz, a new ambassador for Ag Women Connect from Liberty Hill. Cassie shares her deeply moving and inspiring story of growing up on a farm, experiencing significant family losses, and ultimately reclaiming her agricultural roots. Cassie discusses her transition from assisting local FFA an...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Ag Talk, host Vanessa Wood chats with Amanda Carl, a Florida agriculture lawyer. They discuss self-care in the ag sector, Amanda's journey from aspiring vet to ag lawyer, and her family's deep roots in Florida agriculture. Amanda explains the importance of legal advocacy in ag, breaks down the H-2A labor program, and addresses challenges from new regul...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of ACT Talk, host Venessa Wood interviews Traci Ferguson and Katy Jane Seaton from the Farmhouse Vineyard. They discuss their origins, backgrounds, and the unique business they have built in the Texas panhandle. Traci, a former teacher from Brownfield, and Katy Jane, a wine marketer from Oregon, share how their families came together to create a successful vineyard...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa interviews Sharon Beach, who shares her journey from pharmaceuticals and private equity to agriculture. She recounts surviving a traumatic kidnapping, emphasizing resilience, faith, and self-advocacy. Sharon also discusses her work with Empire Ag, supporting farmers through financial services, and her upcoming book on perseverance and hope. Supp...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood interviews the event committee hosting the annual, West Texas Ranch Rodeo. They discuss how they took over the rodeo, its association with the Working Ranch Cowboys Association (WRCA), and the various events, including both youth and adult rodeos. The trio highlights community involvement, vendor participation, and additional events such as...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of AgTalk, host Venessa Wood speaks with mother and business owner Lacy Jones. Lacey shares her journey from being a rodeo athlete at Texas Tech to managing a diverse farm and running Wild West Vintage Decor. They discuss transitioning a business from a storefront to online sales, the importance of family, and personal experiences with infertility and adoption. Lac...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Ag Talk: Your Story Matters, host Vanessa Wood interviews Dr. Hannah Dodson, a family nurse practitioner from North Carolina with a rich background in both primary care and health informatics.  Dr. Dodson's journey from an entrepreneurial family to creating Lead Line Wellness, an initiative that integrates holistic wellness and health coaching, is explored...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa sits down with Katy Rush from Lubbock, Texas. Katy shares her diverse career journey from growing up in Fort Worth, attending college in Tennessee, and moving back to Texas for various roles in Western retail, fashion, and marketing.  She discusses her work experiences, including notable stints at Cowboys and Indians magazine and the National Ra...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 'Ag Talk, Your Story Matters,' Venessa interviews Annie Bradley from North Georgia, who shares her unique journey into agriculture. Annie's story begins in seventh grade when her interest in chickens led her to explore more about animals and ultimately join FFA in high school. Despite initial challenges, Annie pursued an education in agriculture,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Ag Talk: Your Story Matters, the Venessa interviews Kayla Wieczorek, a farmer from Missouri and creator of the 'Chronicles of Kayla' YouTube channel. Kayla shares her background and experiences growing up on a family farm, her career shift from finance to full-time farming alongside her husband, and the significant challenges and changes she faced, inc...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Ag Talk: Your Story Matters, Venessa Wood delves into the contentious new Horse Protection Act (HPA) rule with industry experts David Duquette, Mindy Patterson, and Karen Glueck. They discuss the perceived overreach by the USDA, the implications for horse owners and the agricultural sector, and the broader fight against animal rights ideologies. The speakers emp...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 'Ag Talk - Your Story Matters,' Venessa Wood interviews Judy Wagner, a trailblazer and legend in the agricultural and rodeo industries. Judy shares her journey from growing up in a ranching community in Avon, Montana as the eldest of eight siblings to becoming a prominent figure in the Western industry. She discusses her time as Chief Marketing Officer...

Send us Fan Mail Venessa Wood hosts a discussion on water conservation in agriculture, featuring an interview with Krysta, owner of the Rural Podcast Network, and later a detailed conversation with Senator Charles Perry. Key topics include the importance of new water supply developments, the economic impact of water scarcity on Texas and Arizona agriculture, and efforts to ban lab-grown meat in th...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa is sitting down with Erica Carduillo, a first-generation farmer and rancher from Colorado. Erica shares her transition from city life in the suburbs to farming on a 33-acre property in Wellington, Colorado. She discusses the unexpected emotional and spiritual journey of raising and processing animals, the importance of utilizing every part of th...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood interviews  Lorinda Van Newkirk, the CEO and founder of Lucky Chuck Socks. Lorinda shares her journey of creating the perfect socks for cowgirls, discusses her background in fashion, and provides insights on starting and growing a business. They delve into Lorinda's experiences with her previous company, Gypsy Soul, and the challenges...

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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of AgTalk, Your Story Matters, host Venessa talks with Shreene Johnson about her unique journey in the agriculture industry, focusing on her innovative use of Pinterest to support agricultural businesses. Additionally, the episode spotlights the Texas Tech Cattlewomen Association, featuring diverse stories from members Elizabeth Roan, Natalie, Alondra, and Paige Le...