We are joined once again by our friend Peter Grubbe, from Middlebury Farms. Together, in an informal discussion, we give our opinions and perspectives on recent developments in the Organic industry regarding “Organic” Hydroponics, and animal welfare regulations for Poultry. Both topics have been covered in a concise breakdown on the blog:Organic Hydroponics –intellectualagrarian.com/2017/11/06/w…n-standards/Animal Welfare […]
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Certified Organic Livestock | Consumer Expectations vs. Producer Preferences
A recurring question inevitably arises in a representative government: Where does the responsibility of the representative lie, with the wishes of the people who elected him, or to his better judgement? On November 9th, 2017. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that the Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices (OLPP) final rule, which defines […]
Watering Down The Organic Standards
On November 2nd, 2017. The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB), decided on a vote of 8-7 to keep Hydroponic Production Organic. A decision that is disappointing to many who view labeling a soilless growing system “Organic” as a violation of the basic principles upon which the label and model were based. Hydroponic production is when […]
Podcast 17 – Permaculture Principles | Scott Mann – The Permaculture Podcast
Our tag line has never been truer today, as we discuss the Principles of Permaculture as they apply to agriculture, our lives, and our communities. To break it down for us today is Scott Mann from the Permaculture Podcast. Thanks so much to Scott for being on the show, be sure to go to his […]
An Evening At Inovasi
Eating real food is an irreplaceable experience. The flavors, the smells, the sight. Real food is one of life’s real delights. We generally eat three times a day, and we should enjoy it. After interviewing John Des Rosiers, the owner and chef of Inovasi, I made it a point to plan a visit to the restaurant.
Podcast 16 – Jim Riddle – Blue Fruit Farm | Interview
Our guest today is Jim Riddle from Blue Fruit Farm. He’s worn many hats and been on many Organic Agriculture boards, notably the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB), and currently the steering committee for the National Organic Farmers Association. In today’s episode we’ll talk with Jim about the various types of berries he grows and why, what the role of the NOSB is, and why conservation is conservative.
Just Bully | My Father’s World #1
Something new we’re trying, a story from my past farming experiences. “Just Bully” is the story of my father, a bull, and a bucket of chicken feed. Let us know if you like the story, if you do we might tell another one. Let us know on Facebook, or send us a Tweet @T_Layhew
Podcast 15 – Why We Farm | Elvira Di’Brigit
One of the big questions we ask on this show is why farmers farm, and our guest today asked the same question. Elvira DiBrigett is the author of Why We Farm: Farmers Stories of Growing Our Food and Sustaining Their Businesses. Together we talk about what inspired her to write this book, the importance of […]
Podcast: 14 – Farm To Table Dining | John Des Rosiers – Inovasi
When cooking at home eating locally is as easy as going to the farmers market, but if you’re eating out it can be another story. To talk about fine farm dining is today’s guest is John Des Rosiers, the chef and founder of Inovasi, and the Otherdoor. Two incredible restaurants in Lake Bluff IL. We’ll […]
Video: Misty Moraine Creamery | Field Notes
We had the opportunity to have a quick “mini-view” with Elizabeth Rich at her farm, Misty Moraine Creamery. We get a quick education on subterranean aging caves. Be sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel for more fun farm videos!