Dietitians
Farm monoculture myths & soil nutrients: Episode 102
“We’re not ‘dousing’ our fields, we’re not ‘mining’ our soil, and nutrients don’t ‘run off’ the fields during normal rainfall.” RDN farmer Jennie Schmidt breaks myths about monoculture & soil health.
Read MoreApples, fungi, & pheromones: Episode 101
“Everyday life on the farm isn’t always sunshine and roses.” Nick Schweitzwer, a fifth generation farmer from the area known as “the ridge” north of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Roughly 60% of Michigan’s apple production are grown in the area and Nick grows over 18 varieties on his farm. He shares how there are many challenges…
Read MoreDietitian + farmer = sweet scent of Froot Loops + cows: Episode 100
Listen in as Michele & Nicol divulge their biggest nutrition and supermarket pet peeves, the greatest takeaways from the show, and their thoughts on how farmers and dietitians can continue to collaborate across the plate for the benefit of the consumer.
Read MoreFarm families, FFA, & the future of food: Episode 99
If Hannah Craun and Levi Schiller are any indication, the future of farming certainly shines bright in FFA members. While both emphasize the importance of modern agriculture in feeding a growing population, they recognize that certain technologies are misunderstood and hope dietitians can help.
Read MorePrune power for brains, bones & guts: Episode 98
Prunes have an awareness problem. They have been for so long paralleled with digestion, and yet they may be best super fruits on the market – good source of fiber and an excellent source of Vitamin K, an essential bone nutrient. “People have fear and anxiety around buying shelf-stable fruits and vegetables,
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