That's Agra Tastic Show

In this episode, Dawn Combs, Owner of Soda Farm provides a highly engaging and detailed overview of the evolution of the Farm. Specific topics covered include: Farm Mission & layout, Healthy Remedy creations, Bees, Apprenticeship, Membership, December special holiday events (including some free educational activities), Plans for the year ahead and beyond, healthy soda creation and more. You&#3...

In this episode, President and CEO of the National Turkey Federation, Joel Brandenberger provides a highly engaging and informative overview on interesting " turkey happenings." Specific topics covered include Fun Facts about turkeys, consumer turkey production myths, tips for cooking that "perfect bird," The White House Turkey Tradition, top accomplishments of the last year, A...

In this episode, Morgan Anderson, the newly elected Eastern US Vice President of FFA shares her exciting life journey into FFA and her new role. Specific Topics covered include her home background, events, high school FFA experiences, state officer, and now Eastern US Vice President (role, goals, special projects, and much more) Ava Pratt, our show intern does a great job on covering these areas a...

In this episode, Megan Taylor, Family & Consumer Sciences, 4-H Youth Development Educator with the Ohio State University Extension in Union County, Ohio provides a highly engaging overview of the 4-H and Family Consumer Science Programs in Union County. Specific topics covered include membership scope, The Cloverbud Program, Teen Leadership, SPIN, "Active Parenting," Food Preservatio...

In this episode, Bill Carpenter of Deer Run Created provides an engaging overview of custom woodworking. Specific topics covered include start-up, woodworking tools, types and differences of wood, creation of charcuterie boards and other products, craft trends, and advice for those interested.

Very pleased to announce our new show intern, Ava Pratt from The University of Findlay. In this interview, Ava shares interesting things about her background and engagement into the field of Ag. She is going to be an excellent addition to the show at the present time. Be sure to check out this interview!

In this episode, Kristy Myer, Communications Manager with the National FFA provides a highly engaging and informative preview of the upcoming 96th Annual Convention & Expo scheduled for Nov. 1-4th in Indianapolis. Specific topics covered include convention schedule, General Sessions, Delegate Sessions, Teacher Sessions, Proficiency Awards, Chapter Gold Star Awards, Premier Chapter Recognition,...

In this episode, Jenny Rhoads, Public Relations Chairperson of The 116th Circleville Ohio "Greatest Free Show On Earth Pumpkin Show and Giant Pumpkin Grower, Dawn Wagner of Circleville provide a highly engaging preview of the upcoming show scheduled for Oct. 17-21st. Specific topics covered include Show history, Giant Pumpkins and the special growing contest, parades, musical entertainment, p...

In this episode, The Marysville Ohio FFA Chapter is featured with President Libby Ramge, Treasurer Austin Bennett and Reporter Riley Karcher providing a highly engaging inside look at the Chapter during the fall months. Specific topics covered include: participation in the upcoming 96th Annual National Convention & Expo, Chapter state awards, "Top Ten in the nation Recognition," Memb...

In this episode, new Executive Director of the Farmers Market Coalition, Charisse McGill provides an outstanding and engaging overview of the work of The Farm Market Coalition and happenings of Farmers Markets. Specific Topics covered include mission, core values, advocacy efforts, membership, special farmers markets events including "National Farm Market Week, Capital Fly-in, future strategi...

In this highly engaging episode, 2023 National Elite Miss Agriculture Queen Brittany Ennis and 2023 National Miss Agriculture USA Queen Kayla Staffer share their stories and tell about their dynamic experiences in the Miss Agriculture USA Organization. Their passion and commitment to agriculture, and to the organization come thru strongly during this show. For more info on Miss Agriculture USA org...

In this episode, Scott Stump provides a highly engaging, informative and "behind the scenes" overview of major developments with the FFA organization. Specific topics covered include Membership and inclusion, The 2022 Three Year Strategic Plan, A brief look at the 96th Annual Convention & Expo on Nov. 1-4th, The Work of The FFA Foundation, Alumni involvement, Ways to engage with loca...

In this episode, Hannah Sterns, Farmers Market Manager at Stowe Vermont provides a highly informative and engaging overview of the end of Summer and Fall market seasons at the Stowe market. Specific topics covered include: spotlight on diverse market vendors, tips for first time attendees, total market entertainment experience, market schedule, social media sites and more! This is a great primer o...

In this episode, Joel Brandenberger, President and CEO of The National Turkey Federation provides a highly engaging and informative overview of the current outstanding work of The National Turkey Federation. Specific topics covered include: Turkey consumption and production, turkey exporting, industry myths, major issues including Salmonella, farm labor, as well as the 2023 Farm Bill, organization...

In this episode, FFA Washington Leadership Conference Facilitators Cass Valdez and Bel D'Acquisto provide an outstanding overview of the Premier 2023 FFA Washington Leadership Conference. Specific topics covered include: Conference background and history, mission, The 6 week program highlights, The Living To Serve Projects, program application process, and much more! This is a great primer for...

In this episode, Brett Tozer and daughters Madelyn and Joanna provide a detailed and engaging look at their Market Garden at the EOO Farm in Marysville, Ohio. Specific topics covered include: personal profiles, farm history, the growing process for root vegetables, herbs like basil and garlic, sweet corn, fall crops (pumpkins), advise for starting a family market garden and much more!

In this episode, Ann Weeks, Public Relations Chairperson provides a highly engaging and detailed overview of this summer's premier upcoming Miami Valley Steam Threshers Show scheduled for July 13-16 at Past Time Park in Plain City, Ohio. Specific Topics covered include: event history, a walk thru of the schedule, special events including "Family Fun Night," "The Grand parade,&qu...

In this episode, Virgil Strickler, General Manager of The Ohio Expo Center and The Ohio State Fair provides a highly engaging, fun-filled and wealth added preview of this summer's 168th Ohio State Fair scheduled for July 26-August 6th. Specific topics covered include: special fair participation activities, grandstand entertainment, free entertainment, youth activities including the "Sale...

In this episode, Mindy Williamson, Marketing Director, provides a highly engaging, fun and value-added inside overview of this summer's outstanding fair scheduled from August 10-20th. Specific topics include: fair history, fair hours, featured grandstand entertainment, free entertainment, special participation activities, "Thrill Zone" and amusement rides, unique fair food, ticketing...

In this episode, Andrea Akers, Associate Director of Operations for Foodwise of San Francisco and Lulu Meyer, Director of Operations provide an outstanding overview of the work of Foodwise in operating The World Renown Ferry Plaza Farmers Market and The Mission Community Farmers Market. Specific topics covered include: Organization Re-Brand, Markets Equity Program, 30th Year Anniversary Celebratio...

In this episode, Ashley Thompson of The Thompson Family Farm of Marysville, Ohio along with son Case and daughter Abby take us inside their farm operation. Specific topics covered include: farm history, their sheep operation, fun facts about sheep, a year cycle of raising sheep, growing hay, Case's new Enterprise of growing vegetables, Abby's Wildflower business and her Sunflower Garden, i...

In this episode, VIP Teresa Martens takes us inside the progressive, evolving Dewitt Iowa Farmers Market which just began its spring season on 5/18. Specific topics covered include: market vendors variety, market success, community collaboration, special events and the total market experience,, the market seasons, market WOWS, new market manager and more! This is a great primer that provides you w...

In this episode, Madison Bliss, our show intern provides a detailed overview of her experiences as an Ag communications Intern with That's Agra-Tastic. Specific topics covered include: internship skills, advise for those interested in becoming an ag communications intern, rewards and more. This is brief primer is a good intro for those intersted in any type of ag communications internship.

In this episode, Market manager Hannah Stearns provides a highly engaging and informative overview of the progressive Stowe Vermont Farmers Market which opens for the season on May 14th. Specific topics covered include market history, market collaboration, types of vendors, market schedule, special events, market assistance program, the market season offerings and much more! You will want to catch...

In this episode, Judy & Russ Dam of Ohio's Best Dam Alpaca Farm provide a highly engaging and detailed overview of raising alpacas. Specific topics covered include: interesting facts about Alpacas, physical characteristics, types, the use of their Fiber, products, scope of the industry, feed, health, lifespan, challenges, Alpaca communication, tips for folks interested in raising Alpacas,...