Dirt to Dollars

Agriculture, farming, and rural issues in central Kentucky.

Melissa Miller - 4H Foundation

This week we visit with Melissa Miller, Executive Director for the Kentucky 4H Foundation. We also talk about some new ag technologies and the things you leave at the end of your driveway. Follow us on facebook at Dirt to Dollars Podcast.Intro/Outro music is Parker Hastings rendition of Blue Moon of Kentucky, learn more about his music here: www.parkerhastingsguitar.com.

02-24
49:33

Joanna Coles - KFB Generation Bridge Advocate of the Year

This week we talk with Warren County Extension Agent Joanna Coles about her recent award and about agriculture in and around Warren County.

12-10
47:32

Travis Cleaver - KSU Small Farmer of the Year

This week we chat with Travis Cleaver who runs Cleav's Family Market about his recent KSU Small Farmer of the Year Award and his farming operation.

12-03
49:39

Thanksgiving Week

This week we talk about Thanksgiving, what we're thankful for, and a little about growing Christmas Trees for a profit. Follow us on facebook at Dirt to Dollars Podcast.Intro/Outro music is Parker Hastings rendition of Blue Moon of Kentucky, learn more about his music here: www.parkerhastingsguitar.com.

11-26
45:25

Dr. Morgan Hayes - Off grid solar on the farm

This week we talk with Dr. Morgan Hayes about components of an off grid solar installation and the ways it can be utilized for on farm energy. We also talk a little about handling facilities and energy efficiency on the farm. Follow us on facebook at Dirt to Dollars Podcast.Intro/Outro music is Parker Hastings rendition of Blue Moon of Kentucky, learn more about his music here: www.parkerhastingsguitar.com.

11-18
49:01

Solar Development Considerations

This week we talk with Dr. Alison Davis about solar developments that are threatening to displace farm land in our rural central Kentucky communities. For more information see the following pub: https://agecon.ca.uky.edu/files/solar_farming_considerations.pdf

11-12
49:54

Mind your P's and K's

This week we are talking about nutrient costs and being efficient with nutrients we already have on the farm.Follow us on facebook at Dirt to Dollars Podcast.Intro/Outro music is Parker Hastings rendition of Blue Moon of Kentucky, learn more about his music here: www.parkerhastingsguitar.com.

11-04
46:43

Popcorn Production with Jonathon Breeding

This week we talk with local farmer Jonathon Breeding about raising popcorn in Central Kentucky.Follow us on facebook at Dirt to Dollars Podcast.Intro/Outro music is Parker Hastings rendition of Blue Moon of Kentucky, learn more about his music here: www.parkerhastingsguitar.com.

10-28
54:51

State Ag Agent Update

This week we share some of the topics that stood out to us at our annual state ag agents meeting. Follow us on facebook at Dirt to Dollars Podcast.Intro/Outro music is Parker Hastings rendition of Blue Moon of Kentucky, learn more about his music here: www.parkerhastingsguitar.com.

10-22
46:32

Cover Crops for Central Kentucky

This week we discuss cover crop options for Central Kentucky Farmers. Follow us on facebook at Dirt to Dollars Podcast.Intro/Outro music is Parker Hastings rendition of Blue Moon of Kentucky, learn more about his music here: www.parkerhastingsguitar.com.

10-14
49:33

Dr. Katie VanValin - Beef Bash and Master Finisher programs

Dr. Katie VanValin joins us this week to talk about the upcoming annual UK Beef Bash and a new Master Finisher program. Follow us on facebook at Dirt to Dollars Podcast.Intro/Outro music is Parker Hastings rendition of Blue Moon of Kentucky, learn more about his music here: www.parkerhastingsguitar.com.

10-07
49:41

The Mega Show! Mega Sites, Mega Solar, Mega Pests, and Mega Input Prices.

Join us this week as we talk some big news affecting agriculture in Hardin and surrounding counties.Follow us on facebook at Dirt to Dollars Podcast.Intro/Outro music is Parker Hastings rendition of Blue Moon of Kentucky, learn more about his music here: www.parkerhastingsguitar.com.

09-29
47:18

Dr. Jessie Lay - Small Ruminant Parasite Testing

This week we are joined by Kentucky State University's Dr. Jessie Lay to talk about fecal parasite counts for small ruminants. Follow us on facebook at Dirt to Dollars Podcast.Intro/Outro music is Parker Hastings rendition of Blue Moon of Kentucky, learn more about his music here: www.parkerhastingsguitar.com.

09-10
47:48

Dr. Chris Teutsch - Fall Armyworms in Hay and Pasture Fields

This week we talk Armyworm pressure in local hay and pasture fields with Dr. Chris Teutsch.

09-01
49:18

Dr. Kenny Burdine - Livestock Market Update

This week Dr. Kenny Burdine drops by to talk about the current livestock markets. Follow us on facebook at Dirt to Dollars Podcast.Intro/Outro music is Parker Hastings rendition of Blue Moon of Kentucky, learn more about his music here: www.parkerhastingsguitar.com.

08-27
46:00

Kelley Yates - KY Sheep and Goat Development Office

This week we have Kelley Yates with the Kentucky Sheep and Goat Development Office to talk about small ruminant markets and what all her office does for producers in the state. Follow us on facebook at Dirt to Dollars Podcast.Intro/Outro music is Parker Hastings rendition of Blue Moon of Kentucky, learn more about his music here: www.parkerhastingsguitar.com.

08-05
49:57

Southern Rust, Applicator Issues, and Fall Armyworms

This week we talk about southern rust progression, applicator availability issues, and fall armyworms in soybeans. Follow us on facebook at Dirt to Dollars Podcast.Intro/Outro music is Parker Hastings rendition of Blue Moon of Kentucky, learn more about his music here: www.parkerhastingsguitar.com.

07-29
45:03

Tarrah Hardin - Hobby vs Farming

This week we are joined again with Tarrah Hardin from UK Extension's Kentucky Farm Business Management Program and we talk about how to differentiate between hobby and farming from a tax perspective. Follow us on facebook at Dirt to Dollars Podcast.Intro/Outro music is Parker Hastings rendition of Blue Moon of Kentucky, learn more about his music here: www.parkerhastingsguitar.com.

07-16
46:36

#MeatMeAtTheTable - KY Livestock Coalition

This week we visit again with Caleb and Leanne Ragland who's sharing information with us about the "Meat Me At The Table" program from the Kentucky Livestock Coalition. Follow us on facebook at Dirt to Dollars Podcast.Intro/Outro music is Parker Hastings rendition of Blue Moon of Kentucky, learn more about his music here: www.parkerhastingsguitar.com.

07-07
47:33

Wheat and HEAT

This week we discuss this year's wheat crop, heat and heat illness prevention, and a few other timely topics related to agriculture. Follow us on facebook at Dirt to Dollars Podcast.Intro/Outro music is Parker Hastings rendition of Blue Moon of Kentucky, learn more about his music here: www.parkerhastingsguitar.com.

07-01
48:04

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