We sit down with Tori Rumenik, a native of Florida, but now, an excited North Carolinian. Tori is the new Executive Director for the NC Ag Partnership. We learn her story, talk NC agriculture, and hear a whole lot of passion for the industry. NC Ag Partnership @NCAgPartnership Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, Marisa sits down with Dr. David Monks, Director, NC State Extension and Associate Dean, CALS. They talk about Extension services, North Carolina agriculture, and how these two entities help each other. Be sure to connect with Extension. It's not just for farmers. Find them at: Extension WebsiteFacebook InstagramXYouTubeFind us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, Chad and Marisa sit down with Dr. Blake Brown, an Ag Economist. We talk about how North Carolina is a diverse agriculture state, policy, and of course economics. We promise this conversation is anything but dull. NC Farmers Appreciation day is a date set aside to celebrate the state's farmers from mountains to sea. Learn more about NC Farmers Appreciation Day and the Young Farmer of the Year Award at https://www.ncfarmerappreciation.com/ You can also follow NC Farmers A...

Marisa sits down with Curtis Smith of T.C. Smith Produce. Mr. Curtis was awarded the 2024 NC Farmer of the Year Award at the inaugural NC Farmers Appreciation Day. NC Farmers Appreciation day is a date set aside to celebrate the state's farmers from mountains to sea. Learn more about NC Farmers Appreciation Day and the Young Farmer of the Year Award at https://www.ncfarmerappreciation.com/ You can also follow NC Farmers Appreciation Day on Instagram and Facebook Find us on Instagram @ra...

Marisa sits down with John and Kristen Norwood of Norwood Meador Farm. John was awarded the 2024 NC Young Farmer of the Year Award at the inaugural NC Farmers Appreciation Day. NC Farmers Appreciation day is a date set aside to celebrate the state's farmers from mountains to sea. Learn more about NC Farmers Appreciation Day and the Young Farmer of the Year Award at https://www.ncfarmerappreciation.com/ Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcas...

Jordan Phasey moved his family from Outback Australia to partner with the communities and farmers of Eastern NC to provide solutions to sludge on pig farms. He founded Phinite and now provides a unique fertilize product. Learn more about Phinite at: Web Facebook Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com

Nancy Kennedy is a feed truck driver for Smithfield Hog Production. She has a passion for mentoring others and agriculture. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com

This is part 2 where we sit down with this year's NC Pork Council award winners. In this episode: Emerging Leader--Ben Davis Lois G. Britt Service Award--Jan Archer Excellence in Innovation-- Tammy Peterson Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com

We sit down with this year's NC Pork Council Award Winners to hear their stories. This is part 1 of 2. Hall of Fame- Dexter Edwards WW Shay Award-Dr. Randy Jones Outstanding Pork Producer-Everett Johnson Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com

We sit down with NC Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler in this episode to talk agriculture in North Carolina. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode we sit down with Steven Brake of NC Center for Poultry Education. Steven was raised on the farm, left the farm, and ultimately came back to life on the farm. His working farm hosts tours and seeks to educate how broiler chickens are raised. For more on what Steven is doing visit and follow: https://www.nccpe.org/ @NCCenterforPoultryEducation Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com

Gang is all here with Marlowe, Chad, and Marisa catching up. There's a lot of good stuff packed in this one. In this episode: Marlowe is now a turkey farmer.Technology on the farm--can we take it to NASA?Marisa is back in NC.Prop 12 impacts on bacon prices.What is a contract farm? Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com

Milo joins us in this episode of Raised on the Farm. She was born and raised on the farm, and is now raising her daughter there too. May is Beef Month, so it's only fitting that we share our conversation with the new Executive Director of NC Cattleman's Association--Milo Lewis! Find NC Cattleman's at: Instagram Facebook Web Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com

Accidental farm girl, Madison, has a heart for agriculture, which is so obvious after talking with her. In this episode we hear about: Bacco Trail Apparel Growing strawberriesLove for the communityAnd how Madison ended up on the farmTo shop Bacco Trail visit: https://www.shopbaccotrail.com/ Stop by the strawberry barn in Fremont to get fresh strawberries! https://www.facebook.com/westfamilyfarms Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com

This episode is a little bit different. Chad catches up with this year's North Carolina Pork Council Award winners. Hall of Fame-Jimmy Pollock WW Shay Award-Dr. Billy Flowers Award for Excellence in Innovation-Dr. Ashley DeDecker Outstanding Pork Producer-Brian Kennedy Emerging Leader-Zeke McCullen Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, we're joined by Lauren Bell, the PSE Director for Trans Ova Genetics. Lauren was raised on the farm and currently lives on that same farm today. We talk about: Cattle ReproductionBeing raised on the farmFiber artsWool sheepAuctioneer schoolThe power of being well-dressedFind us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com

We talk to Nicole Hall, Mrs. US Agriculture '23. Raised on the farm, Nicole grew up in agriculture. Nicole is also a chicken farmer and real estate agent. In this episode we discuss: NC accents and pronunciationsAdvocating for agricultureBeing a farmer and being in pageantsImportance of owning property/homeFollow Nicole at @northcarolina.nicole and visit nicolenc.com Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com

Join the crew as they share what they're thankful for. Learn why Marisa is banned from making dressing and the time Marlowe ate a whole pie. Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com

General permits... sounds dry, right? It's more than just regulations. In this episode: Commander Ivey What is the General Permit?How do farmers feel about being regulated?Real comments from activistsHonest feelings about how the conversation is going Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com

Hubbs Farms is a working 5th generation family farm. In 2008, Tammy Peterson and her husband started an agritourism facet to the farm. In this episode, Tammy shares her journey with agritourism and the diversity it has brought the farm. It's a fun conversation that goes beyond the corn maze! To learn more about Hubbs Farm, visit www.hubbsfarmnc.com Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm Questions? Email us at raisedonthefarmpodcast@gmail.com