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Recent Radio Shows
5/20/13 | 9:10 AM
A few years ago, Kin Schilling was given a one-acre triangle of land near her home in the small town of Hancock, New Hampshire. She decided to put in a garden and start a CSA program. She had seven members the first year, and every time she was in the garden, children came over.
"They... listen now
5/20/13 | 8:59 AM
As the saying goes, make hay while the sun shines. But there is always the chance that rain will disrupt the process.
Dan Undersander is an extension forage specialist at the University of Wisconsin. He says the effect that rain has on hay quality and yield depends on how much rain falls, and... listen now
5/20/13 | 8:48 AM
The best place to be in threatening weather is underground, so if there's a warning in your area, go to the basement. If you don't have a basement, there are options for building a tornado shelter.
Ray Huhnke is an extension ag engineer at Oklahoma State University. He says long... listen now
5/20/13 | 8:37 AM
Sheep and lamb are raised in every state, and the meat is available year-round at grocery stores nationwide.
Leo Tammi with the American Lamb Board says it's working hard to teach people how lamb can be a special and simple meal. The Lamb Board's Shepherd to Chef program pairs... listen now
5/20/13 | 8:29 AM
In this edition of Maintenance Monday, we're answering a question from Mike in Oklahoma. He's noticed an unusual vibration in the tractor while it's in motion. He's checked for loose wheel weights and lug nuts, and mud clods on the inside of the wheel rims, but the vibration is... listen now
5/13/13 | 4:15 PM
American Lowline cattle are a great fit for a small acreage owner who wants to raise beef but doesn't have a lot of space. Lowlines are related to the Angus breed but more compact, with shorter legs and smaller bodies. A full-grown Lowline cow weighs about 900-pounds, and stands about 45-inches... listen now
5/13/13 | 4:02 PM
Building a garden pavilion provides a versatile addition to your landscape. Gatherings with friends and family, weddings, and outdoor dining are just a few of the possibilities.
Kevin Boyle is a senior designer with WOOD magazine. He says the first thing to do is make sure there aren't any... listen now
5/13/13 | 3:36 PM
Corn, soybeans, and tobacco are big cash crops in Kentucky. But garlic has become a nice crop for Debra Green and her partner, Tom Scanlan. The couple plants approximately 12,000-15,000 garlic bulbs each year on five-acres.
Since Debra also has a full-time job, they wanted a crop that... listen now
5/13/13 | 2:44 PM
It used to be that a horse with a broken leg had to be put down. Advancements in equine medicine are now saving many of them. If your horse has a leg fracture, stabilize the leg the best you can and call a veterinarian. The quicker you act, the better the chance of a good outcome. Larry Galuppo is... listen now
5/13/13 | 2:27 PM
In this edition of Maintenance Monday, we're answering a question from Eddie in Colorado. He bought a used tractor at auction. The tires need replacing, but he's not clear on how to buy the right size he'll need for his operation.
Jerry Griffith is a division marketing manager for... listen now