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"Ag Talk, Your Story Matters" is America's Platform for Women in Agriculture to share their thoughts, ideas and stories! This is a safe space for everyone in agriculture, no matter what their role is, to come together and have real and raw conversations with each other! We feature our AWC members, guest speakers, and current topics across the nation that affect our agriculture industry. Our goal is to include others into our discussions. We invite YOU to be a part of our conversation every week. Join us!
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Send us a text On this episode of Ag Talk with Venessa Wood, the hosts of Millennial Ag, Katharine Lotspeich, and Valene Lickley, share their journey from ag students to podcast hosts and industry voices. They discuss dairy and beef backgrounds, mental health in farming, policy’s impact, and the need for tough conversations around labor and leadership. Plus, advice for the next generation of ag leaders. Support the show Thank you for joining us at Ag Talk hosted by Ag Women Connect! America's...
Send a text Venessa Wood hosts Ag Talk: Your Story Matters and interviews Carey Portell, of Missouri, an Ag Women Connect advisor with a small lamb operation. Carey talks about winter lambing challenges, using warming and tubing to save lambs, and how farming and horses have supported her recovery after a serious car crash. They discuss her work with the AgriSafe Network and its AgriStress Project, a 24/7 rural crisis line with ag-trained operators, plus the growing mental health pressures in...
Send a text In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood interviews Lynn Figone, an entrepreneur and longstanding advocate for the agriculture community. Lynn shares her rich background, growing up in a dairy-centered town in Northern California, before transitioning to various roles within the ag industry. She elaborates on her journey, from being a Dairy Princess on a dare to facing and overcoming barriers for women in agriculture. Lynn discusses her involvement with the California Women for Ag...
Send us a text In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood sits down with Sally Allen of Triple Dynamics and her nephew, Logan. The discussion explores Triple Dynamics' mission to support and empower rural American businesses by helping them streamline operations, optimize branding, and navigate logistical challenges. Sally shares her rich background in agriculture, from growing up on a ranch in New Mexico to her work in the oil and gas industry, before pivoting to her current role in business c...
Send us a text In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa interviews Kara Bishop from Plains Cotton Growers. Kara shares her background growing up in Dickens County, Texas, and discusses her journey into agricultural communications. She highlights the importance of effective communication in agriculture and emphasizes the need to promote understanding and demand for cotton. Kara explains the environmental benefits of cotton over synthetic fibers, particularly in terms of biodegradability and reducin...
Send us a text In this episode of Ag Talk: Your Story Matters, Venessa sits down with Michelle Martin, founder of Ag Mag and an advocate for the agricultural community. They discuss Michelle's journey from discovering her passion for media at Texas A&M, to starting Ag Mag without any initial knowledge of the agriculture industry, and building it into a successful publication. Michelle shares her struggles and triumphs, from working various jobs to fund her college education, to initiating...
Send us a text Vwnessa Wood hosts Heather Garcia on Ag Talk: Your Story Matters, discussing Heather's journey and impact on her community. Heather shares her background, growing up in Sudan, Texas, her experiences as a single mother, and the challenges she faced such as divorces and controlling tendencies. She details her spiritual journey, the healing of her marriage, and the authorship of her book 'Just Love Him' with her husband Anthony. The conversation also touches on their communi...
Send us a text In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood interviews Keely Brazil-Covello, the investigative journalist behind American Unwon. Keely shares her journey from growing up in a small Californian town to becoming a journalist focused on ag advocacy. She discusses the significance of telling stories from rural America to bridge the urban-rural divide and highlights her experiences working on impactful stories like the Mod family’s case in South Dakota and a controversial dam removal i...
Send us a text The episode features Venessa Wood and several women discussing their experiences and takeaways from the Red, White, and Blue Ag Women Connect conference held three weeks prior. The event included a check-in at the Overton Hotel, an agriculture tour at Texas Tech University, a bubbles and blue jeans fashion show, a gala benefiting the Ag Women Connect Foundation, a dove hunt, a series of breakout sessions, and a final event at the Fiber Max Museum. Topics of discussion included ...
Send us a text In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood interviews Kaycie, a lifelong equine enthusiast whose passion for agriculture and storytelling has shaped her career. Kaycie shares her background, describing how she started showing horses at a young age and pursued a journalism career to stay connected with the equine world. She discusses her educational journey at West Texas A&M before moving into various roles in the agriculture and equine industries, including positions at...
Send a text In this episode of 'Ag Talk: Your Story Matters,' Venessa interviews Raigen Royal, founder of the newly formed non-profit, 'Rage for Love,' which aims to combat domestic violence and empower women. Reagan shares her personal journey of overcoming an abusive relationship, finding solace and stability in agriculture, and developing a successful career in Western fashion. She highlights her initiative's focus on awareness, survivor support, and self-defense training. The conversation...
Send us a text In this episode of Ag Talk: Your Story Matters, Venessa Wood interviews Heather Maude, a fifth-generation cattle and sheep rancher from South Dakota. Heather shares her background growing up in Wyoming and her passion for journalism and agriculture. The conversation then delves into Heather's recent struggles with the federal government concerning property rights on her family's land. Despite a long and emotionally taxing legal battle, Heather and her family have relied o...
Send a text In this episode of Ag Talk. Your Story Matters, Venessa sits down with Dr. Nicole Nicholson, a fifth-generation California cattle rancher and president of the San Luis Obispo County Cattle Women. Nicole shares her journey of balancing a career in educational psychology with ranch life, leading initiatives like the “Giving Back with Beef” campaign, and building supportive networks through Ag Women Connect. The conversation explores ADHD awareness, the challenges of wearing man...
Send us a text In this episode of 'Ag Talk,' Venessa sits down with Jana Earp from Fort Worth, Texas, to discuss life on the ranch, fashion, and the importance of community. They start by discussing their matching outfits and Jana's love for cowboy hats. Jana shares her background growing up on a ranch, her relationship with her husband Jimmy, and their collaborative efforts in both ranching and social media. They dive into Jana's transition from corporate America to starting her own bu...
Send us a text In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood speaks two dynamic, young women thriving in FFA. Both Alyssa Sullenberger from Alaska and Miru from Massachusetts chat more about their respective journeys in agriculture and FFA. Alyssa discusses the challenges of agriculture in Alaska, focusing on her innovative use of hydroponics to grow food year-round. She details her inspiration, technical setup, and future aspirations in equine therapy while maintaining her hydroponic endeavors. M...
Send us a text In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa interviews Chelsea Criswell from Plainview, Texas. They discuss Chelsea's journey from public education to homeschooling, her family's background, and her entrepreneurial ventures. Chelsea details the transition from being a public school administrator to starting a homeschooling enrichment center, Kairos Enrichment Center, which has seen significant growth and offers a variety of subjects including agriculture, science, and life skills. The ...
Send us a text In this episode of 'Ag Talk,' Venessa Wood is joined by members of Ag Women Connect: Krysta Paffrath, Krystal Butler, and Mandy Tapp. They discuss the upcoming Red, White, and Blue Conference in Lubbock, Texas. The event is scheduled for October 17-18 and will feature a variety of activities including guest speakers, a gala, fashion show, breakout sessions, sunrise yoga, and a self-defense demonstration. The conference aims to address various aspects of agriculture with a focus...
Send us a text In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa interviews Sarah Falen-Tate, a sixth-generation rancher from Wyoming and mother of a seven-and-a-half-month-old baby. Sarah is known as the 'Constitution Cowgirl,' a moniker she developed from her childhood interest in the U.S. Constitution. They discuss her experiences balancing work and motherhood, restarting her social media presence with a focus on constitutional education, and her advocacy for agricultural issues. Sarah emphasizes the im...
Send us a text In this episode of Ag Talk, Venessa Wood interviews Holly Haralson from Eastland, Texas. Holly shares her journey growing up in a suburban area with agricultural influences from her father's profession, leading to her high school years on a family farm. Holly’s professional path included obtaining a degree in animal science and a career in pharmacy before transitioning to agriculture. She co-founded Empire Ag with her husband, focusing on consulting and financial services for f...
Send us a text In this episode of 'Ag Talk,' Venessa Wood interviews Amanda Radke, an advocate for the agriculture industry from South Dakota. They discuss various issues affecting the agriculture community, including the impact of the American Angus Association's partnership with the Bezos Earth Fund and Global Methane Hub on low methane livestock breeding. Amanda outlines her extensive involvement in agriculture advocacy, sharing her personal journey and the challenges she's faced. A major ...
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