Barnyard Language

We're glad you're joining us for another episode of Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend (or two) and be sure to rate and review us wherever you're listening! If you want to help us keep buying coffee and paying our editor, you can make a monthly pledge on Patreon to help us stay on the air. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and if you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch.If you have a something you'd like to Cuss & Discuss, you can submit it here: speakpipe.com/barnyardlanguage or email us at [email protected] Bergsma shares her experience of raising a family on a farm and the challenges and joys that come with it. She also discusses the loss of her son, Dallas, and how it inspired the creation of Three Oaks Cabin, a retreat for farmers and first responders. The cabin provides a space for reflection and rejuvenation, with the goal of preventing tragedies and promoting joy and purpose in life. Diane emphasizes the importance of community support and the role it played in making the project possible. The conversation explores the contributing factors for suicide among first responders and farmers, the importance of supporting someone in crisis, creating space for mental health conversations, growing hope and redefining identity, prioritizing self-care in agriculture, rebuilding intimate agricultural communities, and recognizing the importance of volunteer fire departments.Connect with Three Oaks CabinLearn more here: https://www.threeoakscabin.com/Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083395868106Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/3oakscabin/TakeawaysRaising a family on a farm provides opportunities to teach children about the beauty of life, the value of hard work, and the fragility of life.Parenting involves creating a sense of security and trust in children, while also preparing them to stand on their own and think for themselves.The loss of a child can be a catalyst for positive change and the creation of meaningful projects that benefit others.Community support and partnerships are crucial in bringing a vision to life and making a positive impact on the lives of others. First responders and farmers are more likely to contemplate or die by suicide due to factors such as mental fatigue, isolation, and trauma.Creating a supportive environment and normalizing mental health conversations can help individuals seek help and support.It is important to reach out to friends and family members who may be struggling and offer support and resources.Self-care and prioritizing mental health are crucial for individuals in the agriculture industry.Building strong and supportive agricultural communities can help combat isolation and provide a network of support.Volunteer fire departments play a vital role in rural areas and deserve recognition and support.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Growing03:13 Childhood and Background04:21 Military Life05:46 Moving and Family08:21 Navigating and Directions09:15 Transition to Farm Life11:10 Parenting Advice12:24 Raising Kids on the Farm15:26 Lessons from Farm Life21:57 Loss of a Child28:06 Three Oaks Cabin36:10 Progress and Programs41:51 Community Support45:13 Supporting a Cause46:05 Creating a Restful Space47:52 Contributing Factors for Suicide Among First Responders and Farmers51:33 Supporting Someone in Crisis56:49 Creating Space for Mental Health Conversations01:02:07 Growing Hope and Redefining Identity01:05:17 Prioritizing Self-Care in Agriculture01:12:22 Rebuilding Intimate Agricultural Communities01:15:12 Recognizing the Importance of Volunteer Fire Departments

We're glad you're joining us for another episode of Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend (or two) and be sure to rate and review us wherever you're listening! If you want to help us keep buying coffee and paying our editor, you can make a monthly pledge on Patreon to help us stay on the air. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and if you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch.If you have a something you'd like to Cuss & Discuss, you can submit it here: speakpipe.com/barnyardlanguage or email us at [email protected] Summary:This episode of Barnyard Language delves into the intricate balance of farm life, parenting, and community engagement with David Hafner. From the onset, it's clear that this conversation will take listeners on a journey through the trials and triumphs of rural living, as David shares his personal experiences and insights on nurturing the next generation of agricultural leaders.In the show, David opens up about his journey from running a larger scale operation to downsizing and re-evaluating his farming practices. He shares the challenges of facing unpredictable incidents like predator attacks and the impact of relocating his farm. Furthermore, David delves into his role as a 4-H agent, emphasizing the value of youth programs in developing leadership, public speaking, and advocacy skills. The insights he shares illustrate the adaptability required in modern farming and the importance of fostering a strong sense of community involvement and support. With a focus on passing down knowledge and preparing young individuals for future challenges, David exemplifies the spirit of forward-thinking within the agricultural world.Key Takeaways:Transitions in Farming: David speaks about the challenges of downsizing his farming operation and finding new paths, highlighting the importance of adaptability in agriculture.Farm Predator Challenges: Encounters with predators like coyotes and the loss of livestock underscore the ongoing challenges farmers face in protecting their animals.4-H Youth Development: As a 4-H agent, David emphasizes the value of educating youth in skills beyond traditional farming, such as public advocacy and leadership.Parenting Perspectives: The conversation touches on individual growth and the differences between the childhood experiences of parents and their children.Community and Farming: David's experience as a foster parent and community activist reflects the deep connection between farming communities and the welfare of children.ResourcesDavid Hafner's Website: https://www.farmeradvocate.com/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farmer_advocateInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmer_advocate/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbH7Y-j2sVoHQwPuelcsQsg

We're glad you're joining us for another episode of Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend (or two) and be sure to rate and review us wherever you're listening! If you want to help us keep buying coffee and paying our editor, you can make a monthly pledge on Patreon to help us stay on the air. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and if you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch.If you have a something you'd like to Cuss & Discuss, you can submit it here: speakpipe.com/barnyardlanguage or email us at [email protected] this conversation, Kathryn Wright, a mental health professional and farmer from New Zealand, discusses various topics related to agriculture and mental health. She shares insights into the agriculture industry in New Zealand, including deer farming and agricultural exports. Kathryn also talks about her research on rural mental health and the barriers young rural men face in seeking help. She emphasizes the importance of social connection and understanding farming life in mental health care. Additionally, Kathryn provides guidance on supporting children and teens in grief, as well as navigating complex relationships in grief. In this conversation, Caite Palmer, Arlene, and guest Katherine Wright discuss various aspects of grief and death. They explore the importance of embracing grief as a natural part of loving people and the need to acknowledge death instead of avoiding it. The conversation also delves into changing attitudes towards death, including the practice of bringing the deceased home and spending time with them. Alternative end-of-life care options and the role of respite services are highlighted. The discussion also touches on finding comfort in concrete actions and balancing grief with daily responsibilities. The hosts and guest share their thoughts on avoiding platitudes in grief and the underinvestment in youth mental health. The conversation concludes with information on how to connect with Kathryn Wright.TakeawaysGrief is a natural part of loving people, and it is important to embrace it rather than avoid it.Changing attitudes towards death include practices like bringing the deceased home and spending time with them.Alternative end-of-life care options, such as respite services, provide comfort and support for families.Finding comfort in concrete actions, such as helping with household tasks, can be a meaningful way to show love and support.Balancing grief with daily responsibilities can be challenging, and it is important to seek support and accept help from others.Grief is a lifelong companion, and while it may become lighter over time, it never fully goes away.Avoid using platitudes when comforting someone who is grieving, and instead offer genuine support and empathy.There is a need for greater investment in youth mental health to ensure early intervention and support for young people.Extending grace and kindness to others, as everyone carries their own burdens, can create a more compassionate society.To connect with Kathryn Wright, visit her Instagram page (@ag_mental_health_nz) or her website (www.kathrynwright.co.nz).Chapters00:00 Introduction and What Are You Growing?01:20 Overview of Agriculture in New Zealand04:23 Deer Farming and Agriculture Exports07:37 Transition to Agriculture and Mental Health10:35 Research on Rural Mental Health14:51 Impact of Telehealth on Access to Care17:20 Importance of Understanding Farming Life in Mental Health Care19:11 Research on Social Connection and Mental Wellbeing20:50 Impact of Forestry on Rural Communities26:03 Understanding Grief and the Stages of Grief32:09 Supporting Children in Grief40:24 Supporting Teens and Complex Grief45:16 Grieving Complex Relationships49:21 Embracing Grief and Acknowledging Death51:11 Changing Attitudes Towards Death53:43 Alternative End-of-Life Care Options55:44 Finding Comfort in Concrete Actions56:23 Balancing Grief and Daily Responsibilities58:53 Carrying Grief as a Lifelong Companion01:05:05 Cussing and Discussing: Avoiding Platitudes in Grief01:06:28 Cussing and Discussing: Underinvestment in Youth Mental Health01:08:57 Cussing and Discussing: Extending Grace and Kindness01:10:58 Connecting with Kathryn Wright

We're glad you're joining us for another episode of Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend (or two) and be sure to rate and review us wherever you're listening! If you want to help us keep buying coffee and paying our editor, you can make a monthly pledge on Patreon to help us stay on the air. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and if you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch.If you have a something you'd like to Cuss & Discuss, you can submit it here: speakpipe.com/barnyardlanguage or email us at [email protected] Herford, a farmer from Michigan, discusses her farming operation and the crops she grows, including sugar beets, corn, wheat, dry beans, and strawberries. She also talks about her transition into motherhood and coaching softball. Rita's husband also has a farm where they raise cattle. She explains the process of sugar production from sugar beets and the difference between cane sugar and beet sugar. Rita shares the challenges of balancing work and family responsibilities and the logistics of childcare and daycare as a farmer. This part of the conversation explores the challenges and joys of farming with children. It discusses the difficulties of balancing farm work with childcare responsibilities and the importance of communication and coordination in farming families. The conversation also touches on the transition to parenthood and the struggles of parenting multiple children. Finally, it highlights the benefits of raising kids on the farm and the flexibility it provides. In this conversation, Rita Herford discusses parenting challenges, including dealing with allergies and the stress of raising girls in a world of unrealistic beauty standards. She also shares her experience of dominating at the county fair and the importance of family support. The conversation concludes with information on how to connect with Rita online.Follow Rita on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grocery_store_farmer/Follow Rita on the Farm: https://www.facebook.com/GentnerBischerFarmsTakeawaysBalancing farm work and childcare can be challenging, but communication and coordination are key.The transition to parenthood can be overwhelming, and seeking support and therapy can be helpful.Each child is unique, and understanding their individual needs and love languages is important.Raising kids on the farm offers flexibility and the opportunity for quality time together. Parenting can be challenging, especially when dealing with allergies and health issues.It's important to support and appreciate each other as parents, even during difficult moments.Unrealistic beauty standards can negatively impact self-esteem, especially for women and girls.Family support and community are invaluable in balancing work and personal life.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Farming Overview03:36 Transitioning to Mom Life and Coaching Softball06:00 Husband's Farm and Cattle08:09 Sugar Beets and Sugar Production09:02 Growing Edible Beans12:28 U-Pick Strawberries and Family Involvement21:45 Choosing to Farm and Balancing Work and Family27:25 Logistics of Farming as a Couple34:13 Childcare and Daycare37:07 Challenges of Farming with Children40:30 Intergenerational Transfer of Farms44:49 Balancing Family and Business46:22 Creating a Harvest Tracker for Kids51:48 Communication and Coordination in Farming Families57:09 The Transition to Parenthood59:07 The Challenges of Parenting Multiple Children01:06:34 The Joys of Raising Kids on the Farm01:09:30 Parenting Struggles01:14:53 Parenting Challenges and Allergies01:17:51 Dominating at the County Fair01:19:19 Cussing and Discussing: Sleeping with Too Many Blankets01:21:22 Cussing and Discussing: Unrealistic Beauty Standards01:26:16 Appreciating Family Support01:28:08 Connect with Rita Herford

We're glad you're joining us for another episode of Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend (or two) and be sure to rate and review us wherever you're listening! If you want to help us keep buying coffee and paying our editor, you can make a monthly pledge on Patreon to help us stay on the air. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and if you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch.If you have a something you'd like to Cuss & Discuss, you can submit it here: speakpipe.com/barnyardlanguage or email us at [email protected] this Valentine's Day episode, the hosts interview their husbands and discuss various topics related to parenting and farming. They talk about the challenges and joys of parenting, the first impressions they had of each other, and the most appropriate Valentine's Day presents for long-term relationships. They also discuss what they would do differently on the farm if they won the lottery. Overall, the episode provides insights into the hosts' personal lives and experiences as parents and farmers. The conversation covers various topics including changes in Valentine's Day celebrations, excessive treats and gifts, dealing with fruit flies, challenges of farming, and the return of the husbands to the podcast.TakeawaysParenting can be challenging, but it also brings joy and fulfillment.First impressions can be important, but they don't always determine the course of a relationship.Valentine's Day presents should be thoughtful and considerate of the recipient's interests and preferences.Winning the lottery can provide opportunities to improve and expand farming operations.Personal connections and liking your partner are important factors in a successful and fulfilling relationship. Valentine's Day celebrations have become more elaborate and involve excessive treats and gifts.Fruit flies can be a nuisance during the winter months, even when there is no fruit present.Farming can be challenging, especially when it comes to managing livestock and building appropriate facilities.The husbands' return to the podcast brings a lighthearted and humorous dynamic to the conversation.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Valentine's Day Episode03:01 Listening to Podcast Episodes06:13 Challenges of Parenting09:26 The Most Challenging Part of Parenting12:15 The Best Part of Parenting14:17 Revealing Personalities as Parents16:28 First Impressions on First Dates21:55 Appropriate Valentine's Day Presents25:31 Winning the Lottery and Farming30:00 Cussing and Discussing40:23 Changes in Valentine's Day Celebrations41:19 Excessive Treats and Gifts42:07 Dealing with Fruit Flies43:08 Challenges of Farming44:09 Husbands' Return to the Podcast45:18 Closing Remarks

We're glad you're joining us for another episode of Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend (or two) and be sure to rate and review us wherever you're listening! If you want to help us keep buying coffee and paying our editor, you can make a monthly pledge on Patreon to help us stay on the air. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and if you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch.Kelli Foreman, a farmer in Alaska, shares her experiences of running a goat dairy and living on an island. She discusses the challenges of growing food in Alaska, including the need to import supplies and the limited options for transportation. Kelli also talks about the isolation of living on an island and the difficulties of accessing veterinary care. She shares her journey of transitioning from Nebraska to Alaska and the unique farming opportunities and programs she has developed. Kelli also discusses the importance of embracing the chaos of parenting and farming. In this conversation, Kelli Foreman shares her experiences and insights as a mother of three boys. She discusses the challenges and joys of motherhood, embracing individuality, and finding a balance between work and play with her kids. Kelli also talks about her parenting struggles, including dealing with intense emotions in her youngest son. She emphasizes the importance of not judging other parents and encourages a supportive and understanding approach. Kelli's unique perspective and down-to-earth advice provide valuable insights for parents navigating the ups and downs of raising children.TakeawaysRunning a farm in Alaska comes with unique challenges, such as limited access to supplies and veterinary care.Living on an island can be isolating, but it also offers opportunities for unique farming experiences.Creating educational programs and internships can help teach children about farming and agriculture.Parenting and farming can be challenging, but embracing the chaos and finding support can make it more manageable. Embrace your individuality as a mother and find what works best for you and your children.Enjoy spending time with your kids and create a deeper relationship with them.Parenting can be challenging, but it's important to remember that every child is different and has their own unique needs.Teach your kids the value of work and involve them in household tasks and responsibilities.Connect with Kelli on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kodiakgoatdairy/Chapters00:00 Introduction and Crazy Goat Lady03:03 Running a Goat Dairy in Alaska04:02 Challenges of Growing Food in Alaska05:12 Living on an Island and Transportation Challenges06:33 Transporting Animals and Supplies07:10 The Adventure of Animal Transport08:52 Living in Alaska and Nebraska Roots09:54 Transition to Farming and Moving to Alaska11:48 Family and Farming in Alaska12:10 Challenges of Veterinary Care in Alaska13:37 Isolation and Challenges of Living on an Island15:23 Food Security and Importing Supplies17:34 Living in a Small Town on an Island18:43 Maintaining Privacy and Balance in a Small Community20:53 Taking Breaks and Finding Support22:19 Creating a Farming YouTube Channel25:25 Expanding Farm Programs and Internships26:04 Raising Livestock for Meat28:47 Teaching Kids about Farming and Agriculture31:50 The Challenges of Parenting and Farming35:06 The Importance of Embracing the Chaos39:56 Creating an 1800s Farming YouTube Channel41:36 The Disappearing Small Farm44:20 The Challenges of Parenting Young Children45:17 Becoming a Mom and Embracing Individuality46:20 Birth Experiences and Parenting Styles47:24 Enjoying Time with Kids48:23 Parenting Struggles and Challenges50:32 Dealing with Intense Emotions in Children55:47 Work and Play with Kids57:15 Teaching Kids to Work59:45 Not Judging Other Parents01:00:26 County Fair Category: Doing Things Pretty Good01:02:11 Regional Food Specialties and Acceptance01:03:30 Not Judging Other Parents01:06:28 Social Media and Contact Information

We're glad you're joining us for another episode of Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend (or two) and be sure to rate and review us wherever you're listening! If you want to help us keep buying coffee and paying our editor, you can make a monthly pledge on Patreon to help us stay on the air. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and if you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch.SummaryIn this conversation, Natalie Green shares her experiences and journey in farming and homesteading. She discusses the crops and animals she grows, the size of her land, and her approach to food preparation and acceptance. Natalie also talks about how she got started in farming, the importance of sharing failures, and her transition from teaching to farming. The conversation concludes with a discussion on consumer preferences.TakeawaysNatalie Green grows a variety of crops and raises animals on her farm.She emphasizes the importance of self-sufficiency and only consuming food that she has grown herself.Natalie shares her failures openly and believes in the importance of vulnerability and learning from mistakes.She made the decision to transition from teaching to farming and is currently making a living from her one-acre farm.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background01:06 Summer Crops and Animals02:35 Size of Land06:02 Food Preparation and Acceptance10:04 Getting Started13:20 Sharing Failures20:08 Transition from Teaching to Farming27:10 Consumer Preferences

We're glad you're joining us for another episode of Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend (or two) and be sure to rate and review us wherever you're listening! If you want to help us keep buying coffee and paying our editor, you can make a monthly pledge on Patreon to help us stay on the air. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and if you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch.SummaryIn this conversation, April McKean shares her experience of living and farming in Manitoba, Canada. She discusses her farming background, the benefits of living close to family, and the decision to become a stay-at-home parent. April also highlights the differences between Canadian and American maternity leave policies and the challenges of childcare in rural areas. She talks about the isolation of being a new parent and the physical and mental changes that come with parenthood. April shares her struggles and successes in raising her kids on the farm and discusses the communication and challenges of farming with family. Lastly, she talks about her business, Little Farmhands, which provides farm-themed toys and products for children. In this conversation, April, the owner of Little Farm Hands, discusses the design of their popular swaddles and blankets, which feature realistic farm-themed prints. She also shares the challenges of running an online business in a rural area, including gaining customer trust and dealing with high shipping rates. April talks about expanding to the US market and her future goals, such as partnering with small retailers and introducing new prints. The conversation also touches on fun topics like dominating a category at the county fair and the frustrations of poorly written crochet patterns. April concludes by sharing where listeners can find Little Farm Hands online.Website: https://littlefarmhands.ca/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_littlefarmhandsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/littlefarmhands/TakeawaysLiving close to family can provide a support system and make family events more convenient.Maternity leave policies vary between countries, with Canada offering a year of leave and the US offering less.Rural areas often face challenges in accessing affordable and available childcare.Parenthood brings physical and mental changes, and it's important to prioritize self-care and make decisions that work best for you and your family.Raising kids on a farm provides unique opportunities for learning and growth.Open communication and understanding are key to working through challenges when farming with family.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Location01:00 April's Farming and Family Background03:40 Benefits of Living Close to Family06:10 Decision to Become a Stay-at-Home Parent09:08 Canadian Maternity Leave10:23 Challenges of Childcare in the US12:29 Isolation as a New Parent in a Rural Area16:21 Transition to Parenthood and Physical Changes19:34 Struggles and Decisions in Parenting25:48 Raising Kids on the Farm27:51 Challenges and Communication in Farming with Family33:32 Little Farmhands Business37:40 Market Gap for Farm Toys39:55 Product Design and Popular Swaddles42:10 Challenges of Running an Online Business in a Rural Area45:01 Expanding to the US Market46:02 Future Goals and New Products51:51 County Fair Dominance: Baking and Karaoke53:40 Cuss and Discuss: Poorly Written Patterns55:19 Cuss and Discuss: Kids and Eating Food57:28 Cuss and Discuss: Neglecting Personal Care59:05 Where to Find Little Farm Hands Online

We're glad you're joining us for another episode of Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend (or two) and be sure to rate and review us wherever you're listening! If you want to help us keep buying coffee and paying our editor, you can make a monthly pledge on Patreon to help us stay on the air. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and if you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch.SummaryAndrew Campbell, a dairy farmer from Ontario, discusses his farming operation and the concept of supply management in Canada. He explains how supply management works in the dairy industry, including the quota system and pricing formulas. Andrew also highlights the role of the government in regulating and supporting supply management. He discusses the challenges and opportunities for expansion in the dairy sector and the financial benefits of supply management for farmers. Overall, Andrew emphasizes the importance of working together as a community to ensure the success of the supply management system. The conversation covers challenges in the dairy industry, communicating with different audiences, dealing with negative interactions, proactively educating the public, the transition to parenthood, raising kids on the farm, dominating a category at the county fair, and cussing and discussing.TakeawaysSupply management in Canada ensures stability and profitability for dairy farmers by regulating production and pricing.The quota system allows farmers to produce a specific amount of milk based on their allocated quota.The government plays a role in setting regulations and pricing formulas for the dairy industry.Expansion in the dairy sector can be achieved through purchasing existing operations or participating in new entrant programs.Supply management provides financial security for farmers and allows for long-term planning and investment. The dairy industry faces challenges such as fluctuating milk prices and consolidation of processors.Effective communication requires understanding the audience and tailoring the message accordingly.Dealing with negative interactions involves being open, explaining the reasons behind practices, and finding common ground.Proactively educating the public about farming practices can help dispel misconceptions and build trust.Raising kids on the farm provides unique opportunities for them to learn and be involved in agricultural activities.Dominating a category at the county fair can bring a sense of accomplishment and pride.Cussing and discussing everyday challenges in farming life can provide a sense of camaraderie and support.Chapters00:00 Introduction and What Andrew is Growing02:06 Livestock and Crop Farming06:59 Andrew's Background and Return to Farming09:25 Income from Farming and Employment12:10 Overview of Supply Management in Canada21:33 Government's Role in Supply Management24:41 Deductions and Marketing in Supply Management26:18 Losses and Penalties in Supply Management29:42 Expansion and Quota Acquisition35:04 Monthly Quota Bidding and Expansion Challenges43:39 Perception of Supply Management in Canada46:40 Challenges in the Dairy Industry49:24 Communicating with Different Audiences52:52 Dealing with Negative Interactions56:16 Proactively Educating the Public01:04:40 The Transition to Parenthood01:07:12 Raising Kids on the Farm01:21:53 Dominating a Category at the County Fair01:23:48 Cussing and Discussing

SummaryJacob Beaton, an Indigenous farmer from British Columbia, shares his experiences and insights on various topics. He discusses his tribal name and the matrilineal society he belongs to. Jacob talks about living in a remote area and the challenges he faced while farming and homeschooling his children. He also shares his vision for an ideal educational system and the importance of problem-solving skills. Jacob highlights the agrarian roots of First Nations people and the impact of colonial policies on Indigenous food systems. Jacob Beaton shares his experience of running a training farm and the challenges faced by Indigenous Canadians. He discusses the stereotypes and misconceptions surrounding Indigenous people and the importance of revitalizing traditions. Jacob also highlights the need for local community resiliency and the impact of systemic racism on Indigenous communities. He shares the success and struggles of his training farm programs and the difficulties in securing funding. Jacob reflects on the benefits of raising children on the farm and the power and creativity of young people. He concludes by expressing his passion for Indigenous crops and his love for potatoes and squash. In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics in their 'Cussing and Discussing' segment. They talk about the annoyance of having boots everywhere during winter, the challenges of funding and business planning in farming, and the friction between white farmers and First Nations farmers.Key TakeawaysIndigenous nations were traditionally matrilineal societies, where names and property rights were passed through the mother's line.Living in remote areas can present unique challenges, but it also offers opportunities for self-sufficiency and a closer connection to nature.An ideal educational system should focus on building confidence, streaming individuals towards their interests, and developing problem-solving skills.First Nations people have a long history of agriculture and food production, which has often been overlooked or misrepresented.Colonial policies have had a lasting impact on Indigenous food systems, and there is a need for policy changes and greater recognition of Indigenous farming practices. Winter brings the challenge of having boots scattered everywhere in the house.Funding and business planning are difficult aspects of farming that require careful consideration.There is a need for better understanding and collaboration between white farmers and First Nations farmers to work towards common goals.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Tribal Name01:17 Matrilineal Society03:03 Location and Remote Living05:35 Growing People and Mixed Vegetable Farm07:01 Healthcare Experience in Mexico08:18 Homeschooling and Life Skills15:36 Ideal Educational System18:42 Background in Computer Science27:24 Transition to Farming35:44 Agrarian Roots of First Nations People46:36 Becoming a Lightning Rod47:17 Mystical Stereotypes48:16 Revitalizing Traditions49:32 Local Community Resiliency51:22 Roots of Racism53:13 Different Realities in the United States and Canada56:37 Challenges Faced by Indigenous Canadians59:10 Training Farm Programs01:05:21 Success and Struggles of the Training Farm01:11:29 Balancing Work and Family01:16:14 Barriers in Government Funding01:20:43 Raising Kids on the Farm01:27:20 Recognizing the Power of Children and Young Adults01:32:22 Dominating the County Fair01:33:17 Cussing and Discussing: Boots Everywhere01:35:16 Cussing and Discussing: Funding and Business Planning01:37:06 Cussing and Discussing: Friction Between White Farmers and First Nations FarmersThank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch.

This week we are joined by fellow podcast host, dairy industry professional, and hemp farmer, Peggy Coffeen. Peggy joins us today to talk about all things burnout, dairy, and hemp! Make sure to tune in to catch the full episode! Connect with Peggy Coffeen Below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pri_cbd/ & https://www.instagram.com/upleveldairy/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UplevelDairyWebsites: https://pricbd.com/ & https://www.upleveldairy.com/Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch.

You might be asking yourself what bees, butchering and trucks nuts all have to do with each other? And that would be a great question normally, but they are all discussed in today's episode with Tiffany Baxter, a beekeeper, butcher, and farmHER. Join Caite and Arlene for this enlightening and refreshing episode with Tiffany! Connect with Tiffany Baxter, of Freeland Farms Below!Instagram TikTokFacebookThank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

Join Arlene and Caite today as they chat with guest and public speaker, Bailey Kemery. After going through a traumatic farm accident herself, Bailey now travels speaking on that very issue. On today's episode, the ladies are diving deep into what farm safety can and should look like, even in rural areas as well as the topic of mental health and rural parenting. Make sure to tune in to catch the full episode! Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch.

This week we're talking to Krista Arntzen of The Rural Resource Room and Arntzen Angus Ranch in central Montana. Krista spent 14 years as a K-12 Special Education teacher before starting her 'Agtivity' subscription box service. Krista is also busy raising two children and Angus cattle on her family's ranch. Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch.

It's the most magical time of the year- the time when we spend too much money and too much worry on gear and gifts for our family and friends (and ourselves). We're back with more of your recommendations than ever before, plus more ideas from Arlene and Caite. They say the third time's a charm, but if you don't find the perfect gift idea here there's two previous guides to check out! Links for the things we mention are on our social media and here in our show notes. Please be sure to tell them where you heard them recommended!Boundri Rugs Bruder Toys Stupid Car Tray4H BogsThank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch.

This week we're talking to the very merry Pam Martin of Cedar Hill Christmas Tree Farm in Pakenham, Ontario. Pam tells us all the secrets to finding and keeping a nice tree, how to stay cheerful when dealing with the public (and family), and Caite gets a recommendation on a tree stand that might actually survive the season. Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This week we're talking to farmer and mother Raven Kaufman Lujan of Puukea Farms on the island of Maui in Hawaii. Raven tells us about blending the different cultural traditions of her family in how they raise their children and their farm, shares about the devastating fires on Maui this summer, and much more.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

More than a clothing company, Red Ants Pants is also a non-profit foundation and well-known Americana music festival based in rural Montana. This week we're talking to Sarah about making clothes for women who actually leave the house, the Ringling Brothers of circus fame, and a LOT more.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This week we've got Karen Moore, who is a licensed social worker specializing in neurodivergence, living off-grid with her family in Eastern Ontario.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This week's episode is with David Mutch, a farmer and the Agriculture Business Coordinator for the  Yaqan Nukiy Farms in Creston, British Columbia. David talked to us about the tremendous variety of crops on offer, including sweet cherries and specialty hay that gets exported to Japan.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

On this very special episode we're getting back together with two mamas we talked to last year to see how the first year of parenting has gone. We talked about delivery, feeding, raccoons, Home Depot, repetitive use injuries, and Longaberger baskets. We also started this episode with a chat with "Dairy Carrie" Carrie Mess, recorded live at the World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin. Carrie was Caite's mentor for starting the podcast, a well known agvocate, dairy farmer, and mother of two.This ended up being a long episode, but it's one of the best demonstrations of exactly why we started this show. Enjoy!Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This week we're chatting with Angel King, artisan cheese maker and chaos wrangler at Blue Jacket Dairy in Bellefontaine, Ohio. Angel talks to use about what should never go on a burger, how to delegate, blended families, audio books and a whole lot more! You can find her at http://www.bluejacketdairy.com/Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

We're kicking off SEASON 3 with Jane Paul of CROW of Lanark County! Jane is a returning guest coming to help us solve more kiddo communication problems.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

For a true blast from the past, we're going all the way back to the very first episode! Season THREE starts next Thursday. Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

Cody and Thomas Nicholson Stratton are raising their son to be the seventh generation on their regenerative grass-fed beef, dairy, lamb, wool, and egg operation in northern California. Balancing all these operations with off-farm work and managing a multi-generational farm as well as running very active social media accounts is clearly a labor of love and laughter for these three guys. Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

We're halfway through our summer break, which means it's time for another classic episode from our first two seasons! This week we're talking to Courtney Wyckoff, retired professional dancer, certified corrective exercise specialist, and founder of the exercise program MommaStrong. Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

Our summer break continues with another throwback episode, this time to our chat with Arlen Taylor of Springhills Fish!Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

We're on our summer break before Season 3, but we're happy to be sharing one of our favorite past episodes with you!Today we're extremely excited to be talking to Heather Bell, better known as Ma Bell! Heather is a mother of eight children, a farmer in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, and a social media star known for her cooking videos. Heather's family has been very active in foster care and adoption, and she was kind enough to share some of her experiences with us. The Bells can be found on Instagram and TikTok.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This week we're talking to Florence Becot about her work at the National Farm Medicine Center in Marshfield, Wisconsin. Florence and her team have been working to improve farm safety for families, including work on how access to quality childcare massively impacts the risks to children and adults on the farm. The Cultivate Safety website contains great information about how to balance safety with the realities of life on the farm.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This week we're talking to NY Times bestselling author, TED Talks presenter, podcaster, and professional sex educator Emily Nagoski. Emily is the author of 'Come As You Are' and the forthcoming 'Come Together' and co-authored the book 'Burnout' with her twin sister Amelia. Emily has her PhD in Health Behavior and was the Director of Wellness Education at Smith College before focusing on speaking and writing full time.This episode contains frank discussion of sexual and anatomical topics, as well as self-care, dealing with rage, how to not hate your long-term partner, what consent really means, and a lot more. As usual, headphones might be a wise choice!You can find all of Emily's work at EmilyNagoski.com and you can follow her on Instagram . Her new book is currently available for pre-order at your local indie book shop, and they can get you her current books as well. Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

Today we're joined by Deena Stout, a farmer, mother, and podcaster from Ohio. Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This week we're talking to Courtenay DeHoff, who is a television presenter, part owner of the PBR bucking bull Top Dollar, and founder of Fancy Lady Cowgirl, a global community of women who know that being a cowgirl is about attitude, not hats. Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This week we're talking to the exceptionally hilarious Faith Buhs of Stressed Out Mamas. Faith is a business owner, reformed city kid, and a mama to five kiddos in Saskatchewan. We talked about how to garnish chicken nuggets, how to being underestimated can be a secret weapon, and how having EZ Steer on your combine can spice up your sex life. Faith's business delivers customized, curated boxes of Canadian made products to Mamas who enjoy some useful pampering. Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This week we're talking to Certified Cheese Professional (best job title ever!) Janee' Muha about eating cheese for a living, photography, BandAids, why there's no cheese on a charcuterie board, and a ton more. We appeared on Janee's podcast The Mobile Monger earlier this year, and we're very excited to throw our own questions back! You can find more about Janee' here, including her blog, cheese recommendations, and social media.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This week we're talking to Kevin Cunningham of Shakefork Community Farm in Humboldt County California. Kevin and his family grow vegetables and eggs for farmers' market and CSA, utilizing oxen for draft power on their farm. They also welcome a number of apprentices every year, making it possible for more beginning farmers to get "boots on the ground" experience.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This week we're talking to Vanessa García Polanco, Director of Government Relations with the National Young Farmers Coalition. Vanessa is a Dominican immigrant with her Master's Degree in Community Food and Agriculture Systems from Michigan State University, and as a teenager she rebelled by volunteering at non-profits.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This week we're talking to Adrienne Ivey who is a rancher and mama of two teenagers in rural Saskatchewan. We talked skin care tips, which cows to cull, why we're glad it took more work to share naked photos when we were young, and a lot more. Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This week we're in Caite's hometown with entrepreneur and cricket rancher Shelby Smith of Gym-N-Eat Crickets. Shelby is an Iowa farm kid with a Master's degree in International Finance from Trinity College Dublin who came home and started farming crickets for human consumption. We had a great time talking to her about cricket stampedes, why bugs are great, how to get past the fear of legs in your teeth, and why women will eat anything. Shelby's 100% USA raised and processed roasted crickets, cricket bars, and cricket powder can be found in grocery stores and specialty stores around the country, as well as at her website. Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This year's Mother's Day special is EXTRA SPECIAL thanks to our guests! Caite's friend Hannah Jungling has been carrying a baby as a surrogate for José and Chris, but the kiddo decided it would be a lot more fun if they got to do the interview from a hospital birthing suite. So we've got Hannah, her husband Bryce, and new dads Chris and José on to talk about surrogacy, becoming parents, farming, and a whole lot more. Baby Emma made her appearance shortly after our interview, so you can see all the happy families on our social media!Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

Today Arlene is getting all of her criminal questions answered by retired law enforcement officer, Idaho farmer, and ag podcaster Matt Brechwald. We're talking about the FFA, podcasting, quitting your job, how to steal a barn, securing your farm, and a LOT more. Matt's work can be found at his website and you can subscribe to his podcast Off-Farm Income here Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode.If you want to leave us a Cussing and Discussing, you can do that on Speakpipe You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

Note: This episode contains talk of cancer, infertility, and access to abortion. If this is something that you'd prefer to skip we hope to see you back here next week.Today we're talking to Dr. Coley Barbee, MD who is a practicing rural physician, YouTuber, and the one doctor brave enough to see Caite's family! Coley is working towards a double board certification in Integrative medicine and has a YouTube channel where she presents cooking videos featuring accessible vegetable based dishes for the "meat and potatoes" folks she sees. We also talked about the one thing she can't keep alive, why you shouldn't shave your legs before appointments, and why she'd love to be paid in chickens.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This week we're joined by Milly Fyfe, an author, blogger, podcaster, mother, and farmer from the UK. Milly is the author of "No Fuss Meals for Busy Parents", which contains a forward from HRH Princess Anne. We chatted about Gloucester Old Spot hogs, what exactly a haggis is and where to hunt them, and how competitive Tug of War got her a husband. Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

Dr. Theeb is a Scottish veterinarian, Nuffield Scholar, and co-founder of the The British Veterinary Ethnicity and Diversity Society (BVEDS). In 2021 he traveled to the US, Australia, New Zealand, and around the UK as part of his study on ENCOURAGING AND SUPPORTING BLACK AND PEOPLE OF COLOUR IN AGRICULTURE. You can find his presentation of his study at the Nuffield Scholar website. Theeb can be found on Instagram and Twitter. You can learn more about the British Veterinary Ethnicity and Diversity Society at their website.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This week we're talking to Andrea LeFevre, author of A Day on the Farm With Mama: Harvest Edition. Andrea and her family farm in NE Illinois, where they also raise two young boys. Andrea can be found at her website Farm Wife At Heart or on Instagram as @FarmWifeAtHeartThank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

We're talking all things nature and rewilding with Irish veterinarian, podcaster, and TV host Dr. Sean McCormack. Sean is a self-confessed "nature nerd" who left an exotic animal practice to found the Ealing Wildlife Group, a successful conservation group in West London. Sean's work can be found at his website, Instagram, and at Ealing Wildlife Group.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

This episode features Keya Meggett, who is chronicling her (kinda mystical) return to her roots at Going Back Gullah. Keya is a chef by training, so we had a lot of talk about how food links us to our families, why cooking with little kids isn't all it's cracked up to be, and some honest talk about okra!Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

Dr. John Madigan is a Professor Emeritus at the University of California Davis Veterinary school, inventor of the Madigan Squeeze, expert in emergency animal management, inventor of the Loops Rescue System for large animal rescue, leading researcher in hormonal shifts during birth, founder of the Veterinary Emergency Response Team at UC Davis, and generally a badass cowboy.Dr. Madigan's work with the Madigan squeeze and his hormonal research has revolutionized the way we treat "birth injuries" in animals, as well as the care of neonatal animals and humans. A California native, Dr. Madigan has also done extensive work with animal rescue and emergency management, including pioneering easily learnable equipment and techniques for extricating large animals (including giraffes) from dangerous situations.He also talked to us about learning to ride from the San Francisco police department, experimenting on his children, and setting our kids up for success in college and beyond.Dr. Madigan's professional profile can be found here. His Loops Rescue System can be found here . UC Davis Vet Med Instagram is here.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

Julie Cates' students are learning about raising chickens on Mars, where walnuts come from, and lots more. Julie is a 6th grade teacher in California, and is very dedicated to teaching nutrition and math through ag in the classroom work.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

For Valentine's Day we're talking to Carrie Pollard, MSW RSW about everything y'all wanted to know about couple's counseling. We chatted about why to keep tractor talk out of the bedroom, how to stop losing the TV remote, being a self even with a farm and kids and a partner, how to set boundaries, and a lot more.Carrie can be found on Instagram as Compassionate_Counsellor or at her practice's website at Flourish With Compassion. Carrie is also the cofounder of the National Farmer Mental Health Alliance, which can be found on Instagram as NFMHAlliance or at their website.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.

Today we're talking to Melissa Nelson of Hungry Canyon Design, based in Northwest Iowa. Melissa raises cattle and two little boys with her husband, works at the local college helping launch students in ag careers, and makes cards for folks who need something a little different. She is also very active in community building in her small town, and has a lot of cool projects up her sleeve.Thank you for joining us today on Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, we encourage you to support us by becoming a patron. Go to Patreon to make a small monthly donation to help cover the cost of making a show. Please rate and review the podcast and follow the show so you never miss an episode. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and on Twitter we are BarnyardPod. If you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch. We are a proud member of the Positively Farming Media Podcast Network.