Environment
The heart of the wheat kernel: Episode 125
“If a food is free from something, then it must be healthy, right?” Wheat breeder Dr. Brett Carver talks gluten, extensive research, GMOs, and nutrition.
Read MoreThe art & science of farming citrus: Episode 124
Rich in vitamin C and flavonoids, many citrus varieties have earned their place on our breakfast tables, squeezed into our water (and cocktails), and in our favorite American recipes. There is both art and science in growing citrus that is in demand as part of our nutrition.
Read MoreA.I. in your food (cattle, not computers): Episode 122
Discover how AI enhances feed efficiency, reduces environmental footprints, and contributes to a more sustainable food system, while gaining insights into supporting local agriculture for a transparent and impactful meat-buying experience.
Read MoreSeparating fact from fiction in food & farming: Episode 118
Grocery store costs are crazy, but what costs have gone up on farms? Are fields sprayed with “such harsh pesticides” that workers can’t enter the fields? Is hydroponic farming the wave of the future when it comes to leafy greens? Should you be worried about lead in soil? Michele helps Nicole separate fact from fiction on these topics and more.
Read MoreTalking turkey – hormones, breasts, nutrition: Episode 117
The bird’s the word, but when we’re talking turkey, what do all those labels REALLY mean? Farmer Peter Klaphake answers animal care, sustainability, antibiotic, hormone, and more questions about turkeys.
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