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Beyond The Crops
Mary Pat Sass + Jena Ochsner
134 episodes
1 week ago
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops for our final episode of the season! In this special solo episode, Jena is flying solo as Mary Pat is under the weather. After opening with a heartfelt prayer for health and a Christ-centered holiday season, Jena takes a moment to reflect on the year that was, the lessons learned, and what’s on the horizon for 2026. She shares a vulnerable and transparent look at her family’s intensive health and healing journey this past year, from startling lab results to th...
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Welcome back to Beyond the Crops for our final episode of the season! In this special solo episode, Jena is flying solo as Mary Pat is under the weather. After opening with a heartfelt prayer for health and a Christ-centered holiday season, Jena takes a moment to reflect on the year that was, the lessons learned, and what’s on the horizon for 2026. She shares a vulnerable and transparent look at her family’s intensive health and healing journey this past year, from startling lab results to th...
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Episodes (20/134)
Beyond The Crops
134. Wrapping Up 2025: A Raw 2025 Recap on Health, Healing & Hope
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops for our final episode of the season! In this special solo episode, Jena is flying solo as Mary Pat is under the weather. After opening with a heartfelt prayer for health and a Christ-centered holiday season, Jena takes a moment to reflect on the year that was, the lessons learned, and what’s on the horizon for 2026. She shares a vulnerable and transparent look at her family’s intensive health and healing journey this past year, from startling lab results to th...
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1 week ago
30 minutes

Beyond The Crops
133. You Asked, We Answered: Stay-at-Home Mom Life, Burnout & Finding "The One"
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! Get ready for another rapid-fire Q&A episode where Jena and Mary Pat tackle your heartfelt and practical questions. After opening with a prayer, they dive straight into some of the most relatable struggles of motherhood and farm life. From navigating the tough transition to being a stay-at-home mom and recovering from burnout, to the secrets of a happy marriage and the daunting world of healthcare, this conversation is pac...
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2 weeks ago
43 minutes

Beyond The Crops
132. Is Total Acre Worth It? An Inside Look at the High-Yield Farmer Network
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! This week, Jena and Mary Pat are asking the question "What is Total Acre, and is it worth it?" They're joined by two very special guests who are deep in the trenches with this high-yield network: Mary Pat's husband Josh and fellow Wisconsin farmer Caleb Walters. From the community and networking to the data-driven trials and mindset shifts, they're breaking down what it takes to be a member, the biggest benefits they've seen o...
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3 weeks ago
49 minutes

Beyond The Crops
131. Farm Wife's Guide to Christmas: Gifts, Traditions & Making Adult Friends
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! As the Advent season begins, Jena and Mary Pat are kicking off the holidays with a fun, rapid-fire Q&A episode, tackling a sleigh-full of listener questions. After opening with a beautiful prayer for a Christ-centered season, they dive into everything from favorite Christmas traditions and non-toy gift ideas to the hilarious realities of making adult friends. Get ready for a conversation packed with laughter, practical adv...
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4 weeks ago
56 minutes

Beyond The Crops
130. A Post-Thanksgiving Catch-Up: Falling Iguanas, Freeze Dryers, & Holiday Prep
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! Fresh off the Thanksgiving holiday, Jena and Mary Pat are back for a classic catch-up episode that's equal parts heartfelt, hilarious, and helpful. They kick things off with a prayer for gratitude and peace as the holiday season begins. From there, they dive into everything from frustrating health updates and unlucky travel stories to decluttering tips, listener mail, and exciting news from their small businesses. 📌 What We Co...
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1 month ago
53 minutes

Beyond The Crops
129. The Poop Test & Getting Unstuck: Answering Your Questions on Decluttering & Farm Life
Welcome back to Beyond the Cops, where farm life meets real life! In this episode, Jena and Mary Pat are giving a real-time update on the end of harvest and answering some fantastic listener questions. They kick things off by responding to a heartfelt voicemail from a listener navigating a tough season, which leads to an encouraging conversation about finding your place, embracing change, and trusting God's plan. From there, they dive into a fun and practical Q&A, covering everything from...
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1 month ago
38 minutes

Beyond The Crops
128. Harvest, Hunting & Heavenly Promises: A Candid Catch-Up
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! In this candid catch-up episode, Jena and Mary Pat dive into the realities of the late-harvest season and the unique pressures it brings. From navigating the "double whammy" of harvest and hunting season to sharing hilarious family stories this conversation is the perfect mix of laughter and life lessons. 📌 What We Cover in This Episode: ✅ A Prayer for Harvest & Health ✅ Funny Hunting Stories ✅ Food, Glorious Food ✅...
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1 month ago
49 minutes

Beyond The Crops
127. The Harvest Q&A: Our Unfiltered Answers to Your Questions
Welcome back to Beyond the Cops, where farm life meets real life! Jena and Mary Pat are here to answer your questions! From practical questions about their favorite cab snacks and how to monetize social media, to thoughtful discussions on Bible study and navigating holiday family schedules, this episode is packed with stories, tips, and plenty of fun tangents. What We Cover in This Episode: ✅ Harvest Updates ✅ A Tangent on Farm Laundry ✅ Things We're Loving Lately ✅ Answering Your Quest...
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1 month ago
1 hour 1 minute

Beyond The Crops
126. A Raw Talk on Harvest Pressure & Giving Yourself Grace
Welcome back to Beyond the Cops, where farm life meets real life! In this raw and relatable harvest season check-in, Jena and Mary Pat get real about what it's like to navigate the busiest time of year when life throws you curveballs. Mary Pat opens up about feeling defeated after another vertigo episode sidelines her from the field, leading to a heartfelt conversation about self-preservation, giving yourself grace, and the pressures we put on ourselves. From harvest updates and homeschool re...
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2 months ago
50 minutes

Beyond The Crops
125. Breaking Free from Comparison: Finding Alignment in Your Farm Life
Welcome back to Beyond the Cops, where farm life meets real life! In this insightful and highly relatable episode, Jena and Mary Pat are tackling a thief that steals joy and paralyzes progress: comparison. After a quick harvest update filled with rain delays and breakdowns, they dive deep into why we compare, how it shows up in the ag world, and the practical, powerful steps you can take to break free. From social media pressures to finding your unique role on the farm, this conversation is a...
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2 months ago
45 minutes

Beyond The Crops
124. Wisdom from a Matriarch: A Conversation with Glendia Beck of Beck's Hybrids
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! In this truly special episode, Jena and Mary Pat are honored to sit down with a woman whose life is woven into the very fabric of agricultural legacy: Glendia Beck. As the wife of CEO Sonny Beck and a pivotal figure in the Beck's Hybrids story, Glendia shares a lifetime of wisdom, from the hilarious story of how she and Sonny really met (it started in the womb!) to the foundational principles that have guided their family and ...
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2 months ago
59 minutes

Beyond The Crops
123: The Grandmas We Lost This Summer: A Tribute to the Matriarchs Who Shaped Us
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life. In this special and deeply personal episode, Jena and Mary Pat take a moment to pause amidst the harvest rush to honor the incredible women who shaped them. Between the two of them, they lost three beloved grandmothers this past summer, all of whom had deep roots in agriculture. Join them for a heartfelt conversation as they share cherished memories, funny stories, and the timeless values passed down from their family matriarc...
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2 months ago
48 minutes

Beyond The Crops
122. The Long Road to Answers: Mary Pat's Vertigo Journey
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! In this deeply personal and highly-requested episode, Jena and Mary Pat get vulnerable about health. With Jena on the mend from a severe illness during the peak of harvest, the stage is set for a raw conversation about navigating health challenges during the busiest seasons. Mary Pat takes the lead, opening up in detail for the first time about her frustrating, months-long battle with vertigo. From the first dizzy spell in a W...
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3 months ago
41 minutes

Beyond The Crops
121. Finding Calm in the Harvest Chaos
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! Harvest is officially underway, and your hosts Jena Ochsner and Mary Pat Sass are diving into the beautiful chaos of the season. This episode is a classic catch-up, blending real-time harvest updates with life-at-home adventures, listener voicemails, and some heartfelt encouragement for navigating heavy times with grace. 📌 What We Cover in This Episode: ✅ Harvest Has Begun! ✅ Homeschooling Update ✅ School Life & Potty Tra...
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3 months ago
46 minutes

Beyond The Crops
120. Revival is Here: Finding Boldness When the World is Broken
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life. In this somber but hopeful episode, Jena and Mary Pat set aside their planned topic to speak from the heart about what’s been weighing on them. Opening with a heartfelt prayer, they dive into a candid conversation about navigating a world heavy with tragedy, the spiritual battles we all face, and the unwavering hope found in the Gospel. This isn't just a podcast episode; it's a front-porch chat about faith, conviction, and the...
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3 months ago
46 minutes

Beyond The Crops
119. More Than an Event: Why Community Matters for Farm Wives + Case IH Interview
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life. In this heartfelt and candid episode, Jena and Mary Pat take a moment to pause and reflect. Jena opens with a powerful prayer for a world heavy with tragedy, setting the stage for a conversation about finding hope, controlling what we can, and the immense value of community. Then, they dive into a full recap of their inspiring and cup-filling weekend at Kylie's Farm Wives Club, an event that couldn't have come at a better time...
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3 months ago
1 hour 4 minutes

Beyond The Crops
118. The Ultimate Farm Show Recap: Beck's Tech Days & Farm Progress Show + Case IH Interview
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! Fresh off a whirlwind month of travel, your hosts Jena Ochsner and Mary Pat Sass are here to recap their adventures at two major farm shows. From the incredible culture and cutting-edge research at Beck's Technology Days to the hustle and bustle of the Farm Progress Show, they're sharing the behind-the-scenes stories, coolest tech, and most inspiring moments. Plus, stick around to the end for a special live interview they reco...
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3 months ago
1 hour 4 minutes

Beyond The Crops
117. Pivot Bio's Next Chapter: New Products, Carbon Opportunities, and a Global Vision
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! Join your hosts, Jena Ochsner and Mary Pat Sass, as they sit down with Lori Reese, the Director of Commercial Sustainability at Pivot Bio. This conversation is a fascinating deep dive into the future of farming, from cutting-edge microbial nitrogen products to the often-confusing world of carbon credits. Lori, who comes from a seventh-generation farm family on both sides, shares her unique perspective on innovation, sustainabi...
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4 months ago
42 minutes

Beyond The Crops
116. Tackling Back-to-School Chaos, Farm Wife Style
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, where farm life meets real life! In this episode, your hosts Jena Ochsner and Mary Pat Sass are tackling a topic on every parent's mind: heading back to school. With a fantastic listener question, they dive into prepping advice, lunch ideas, and strategies for managing the morning chaos. Coming from two different perspectives this year—Mary Pat sending her kids to school and Jena embarking on her first year of homeschooling—this conversation is packed with pr...
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4 months ago
29 minutes

Beyond The Crops
115. Everything You Didn't Know About Peanuts with Dena Malsom of the National Peanut Board
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops! In this episode, Jena and Mary Pat are joined by Dena Malsom, Chief Marketing Officer at the National Peanut Board, for a fascinating conversation that busts myths, shares surprising facts, and explores the story of this humble but mighty crop. 📌 What We Cover in This Episode: ✅ Meet Dena Malsom & her journey from corporate marketing to the National Peanut Board. ✅ Peanut Farming 101: How peanuts are grown (spoiler: underground!) and why they're so sustai...
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4 months ago
40 minutes

Beyond The Crops
Welcome back to Beyond the Crops for our final episode of the season! In this special solo episode, Jena is flying solo as Mary Pat is under the weather. After opening with a heartfelt prayer for health and a Christ-centered holiday season, Jena takes a moment to reflect on the year that was, the lessons learned, and what’s on the horizon for 2026. She shares a vulnerable and transparent look at her family’s intensive health and healing journey this past year, from startling lab results to th...