Appalachian Farmcast
A weekly conversation podcast with farmers in the heart of Appalachia. Featuring updates and hard lessons from each farm. Plus topics including rotational grazing of cattle, sheep, and pigs, pastured chickens and turkeys for meat and chickens for eggs, sustainable and regenerative practices, direct marketing and current events related to farming and our food system.
Episodes
59 episodes
Episode 59 We Are Back
After a few weeks off, we’re back! In this episode, we catch you up on everything we've been up to over the last few weeks. From updates to new projects, we’ve got a lot to share. Tune in for all the details.
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Episode 59
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Episode 58 Late Fall Updates and Discussion of Hay Feeding Methods
Join Tyler and Cody as they catch up on life at each other's farms. They talk about everything from escaping animals and puppies to animal loading and shrinking goose numbers. Plus, they brainstorm some new ideas for feeding hay more efficientl...
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Episode 58
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Episode 57 - A Food Freedom Victory? Massie, Salatin, and the Future of Ag Policy
This week, we’re thrilled to have Tye Ward join us on the podcast for the first time! We’re diving into some exciting news: Joel Salatin, the self described Christian, libertarian, environmentalist, capitalist, lunatic farmer, author, and susta...
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Episode 57
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Episode 56 Adding Turkeys to Your Farm or Homestead
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, this week we're celebrating all things turkey! Whether you're considering adding these majestic birds to your homestead or just curious about the benefits they bring, we’ll walk you through everything y...
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Episode 56
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Episode 55 Back to the Beginning, Best of Episodes 1-3
Best of the First Three Episodes Guard Dog TrainingRam RoundupDipping Temps and Fall annualsWinter Water with IBC TotesWashing EggsBurnoutRyan’s love of the Spotify AI DJ
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Episode 55
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Episode 54 - Puppies, Netting Repair, and Trucking Animals
This week we get an update from the home farms. Disappearing grass, new puppies, trucking sheep to new grazing ground, while other animals are headed to freezer camp. Grab a coffee and join us!Remember to check our YouTube page: Appalac...
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Episode 54
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Episode 53 Farm Stories: Dan Goldstein of Waddle Om Farm
This week, we’re excited to welcome Dan Goldstein to the podcast! Dan shares the story of how he and his wife ventured into farming. We cover a range of topics, including Hawaii, sawmills, raising meat chickens, ducks, cows, and even puppies. P...
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Episode 53
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Episode 51 RFID Tags with Liz Riffle
This is more from our latest conversation with Liz Riffle of Riffle Farms. We have discussion about potentially mandating RFID tags in cattle nationwide.
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Episode 51
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Episode 50 SWAREC Ram Test Recap
Cody Recaps the Southwest Agricultural Research and Extension Center Ram TestTo find out more about the Test and the Sale Click BelowRam Test Website
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Episode 50
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Episode 48 Late Summer Update with Liz from Riffle Farms
Liz is back on the podcast to talk about the upcoming Bison Roast and much more.Click here for Bison Roast Tickets
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Episode 48
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Episode 47 A Great Day To Be A Ram
Love is in the air for the sheep at Winnow Glen, birds are all over the place at Pike Mtn, and missing animals!?! Late night updates coming your way!
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Episode 47
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Episode 46 Very Special Guest and Ryan is Back
Ryan comes by the podcast and brings a special guest.We share updates and discuss how things are going post farming.We also bring back the "What are you Listening to?" segment and shift gears to a bit of music discussion
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Episode 46
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Episode 45 Quick Update From Winnow Glen Farm
Cody takes his turn at flying solo for this episode. He gives an update on what has been going on at Winnow Glen Farm.
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Episode 45
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Episode 44 If You Want Something Done Right, Vacation Update
Cody gives an update from the road about his vacation.
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Episode 44
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Episode 43 Tyler is flying solo, Current Events and Quick Update from Pike Mtn
With Cody on vacation, Tyler is taking the lead for our first solo podcast. In this brief episode, he shares updates from Pike Mtn Farm, news about lab-grown meat being approved for sale in Singapore and the UK, and a reminder about the importa...
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Episode 43
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Episode 42 Managing Livestock During a Drought
Vacation PrepGoose UpdateManaging Livestock During a Drought and Technical Difficulties
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Episode 42
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Episode 41 Farm Crawl Recap and Cody Adds a New Species
Tyler gives a Farm Crawl RecapCody Adds a New Species
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Episode 41
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Episode 40 EAPK Recap
Cody recaps his time at the Eastern Alliance for Production Katahdins Symposium. https://easternalliancekatahdins.com/
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Episode 40
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Episode 39 Fireworks, Freedom, and Frightened Livestock
We are back this week with some stories from the Independence Day Holiday.
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Episode 39
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Episode 38 A Conversation All About Farmer's Markets? With Liz Riffle of Riffle Farms
Liz is back on the podcast to discuss red flags and green lights of farmer's markets. Tyler and Liz talk about why markets may or may not be right for your farm. They also discuss what to look for in a "good" market.
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Episode 38
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