This week Hallie and Chris are discussing agrotourism, the practice of combining farms and tourism, what it is, both farmers and non-farmers love it, and how it works. We learn all about the agrotourism industry, as well as both Hallie and Chri

55: Twenty Questions

Dec 31st, 2021 39m 22s

Well, friends, this is it. After much discussion, we've decided to step away from the podcast for the foreseeable future. But instead of just podfading, we thought we'd put out one last episode answering some of the most commonly googled agricu

54: Glyphosate

Dec 3rd, 2021 32m 50s

We talk about the controversial weed killer!The post 54: Glyphosate appeared first on One to Grow On.

Break Time

Feb 9th, 2021 1m 52s

Hey there! We're taking a little break, but never fear. We'll be back!The post Break Time appeared first on One to Grow On.

53: Harriet Tubman Freedom Farm with Dallas Robinson

Jan 26th, 2021 35m 49s

This week we talk with farmer Dallas Robinson on her project, the Harriet Tubman Freedom Farm. She talks about what it means to grow food on her own and reconnect with the land and her ancestry as a person of color in the United States. Also, t

#AskOnetoGrowOn 7: What’s a Weed and Other Questions

Jan 12th, 2021 25m 38s

What makes something a weed? What is pumpkin spice? What are our favorite fruits and vegetables? These an many more listener questions answered on this week's episode.The post #AskOnetoGrowOn 7: What’s a Weed and Other Questions appeared first

52: Insect Agriculture

Dec 29th, 2020 56m 14s

This week we talk to Robert Nathan Allen (known by most as RNA) of Little Herds! We talk about what's exciting in the world of edible insects, as well as break down a few misconceptions. Also, would a grouping of insects even be called a herd?

51: Christmas Trees

Dec 15th, 2020 27m 46s

This week we're talking about Chistmas trees! What is a conifer? Should you buy real or plastic? How many super powers does Santa Claus have?The post 51: Christmas Trees appeared first on One to Grow On.

50: Food Rescue with Jess Palmer

Dec 1st, 2020 32m 1s

This week we're talking to Jess Palmer of https://keepaustinfed.org/ about food rescue. Why is food rescue something we need to worry about, and what can we do to help? Also, we're running our first ad!The post 50: Food Rescue with Jess Palmer

49: Apples

Nov 17th, 2020 34m 28s

This week we're talking about apples! We discuss varieties, methods of propagation, and how apples were first domesticated. Also, how well do you know Chaucer?The post 49: Apples appeared first on One to Grow On.

48: Xeriscaping with Leah Churner and Colleen Dieter

Nov 3rd, 2020 44m 58s

This week we're talking about xeriscaping! Leah and Colleen join us to talk about what it is, where it came from, and why a yard full of gravel is a terrible idea. Also, did your school ever have any weird branding?The post 48: Xeriscaping wit

47: Superfoods VI – Wild Rice, Spirulina, Kombucha, and Acerola

Oct 20th, 2020 42m 54s

More superfoods! Will wild rice, spirulina, kombucha, or acerola be caped? Will you please vote? Will you wear kombucha scobe?The post 47: Superfoods VI – Wild Rice, Spirulina, Kombucha, and Acerola appeared first on One to Grow On.

46: New Farmers with Marcus Coleman

Oct 6th, 2020 37m 46s

It's another guest episode! This week we discuss issues facing people who want to start out in the farming industry with Marcus Coleman, Program Director for the Grow Louisiana Beginning Farmer Training Program at the Louisiana State University

45: How Plants Use Water

Sep 22nd, 2020 29m 44s

In this episode we dive into the weird world of plant biology and answer the question of how plants use water. We learn about the xylem, the phloem, and how photosynthesis converts H2O into oxygen. Also, plants have hairs and cuticles!?The pos

44: Bananas

Sep 8th, 2020 36m 24s

This week we talk about bananas! The banana has quite a turbulent history. And while there are multiple varieties, the one we most commonly eat are all clones! Also, how far would YOU run in a banana costume?The post 44: Bananas appeared first

43: USDA COVID-19 Relief Programs

Aug 25th, 2020 30m 13s

Chris and Hallie discuss USDA policies focused on COVID-19 response and relief. They talk about the CARES act, CFAP, the Farm to Families Food Box program, and answer a few listener questions. Also, would Old McDonald be eligible for aid?The p

42: COVID-19 and the Food Supply

Aug 11th, 2020 37m 19s

Chris and Hallie discuses how COVID-19 has cause disruptions to the food supply in the US. We learn about swine, milk, and potato supply chains and how the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted them. Also, who originally decided that it was a good id

41: How Plants Communicate

Jul 28th, 2020 30m 9s

This week, Hallie and Chris explore the fun-filled world of fungi! We learn about the ways the fungi support plant-life, how they make it possible for plants to communicate with each other, and what these relationships mean for agriculture. We

40: Houseplants

Jul 14th, 2020 35m 12s

In this episode, Hallie and Chris discuss houseplants. They discuss a brief history of houseplants, as well as some of Hallie's favorite varieties and tips for keeping them! Also, Hallie clearly knows much more about Girls Scout cookies than Ch

39: Good Food and Supply Chains with FamilyFarmed

Jun 30th, 2020 37m 42s

For the third part in our local food series, Hallie and Chris sit down will Anna Crofts and Bob Benenson from the Chicago Good Food non-profit FamilyFarmed. They discuss the Good Food movement, what it means to bring local food into the supply

38: Farmers’ Markets with Amy Gallo

Jun 16th, 2020 25m 55s

This week Hallie and Chris sit down with Amy Gallo, the Farmers' Market Programming Manager at the Sustainable Food Center. They discuss how farmers' markets impact consumers and their communities, as well as what crops are the best to buy fres

Black Lives Matter

Jun 9th, 2020 1m 15s

We stand with the protestors. Black lives matter. White silence is violence. Act Blue: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bailfunds Read the transcript.The post Black Lives Matter appeared first on One to Grow On.

Black Lives Matter

Jun 9th, 2020 1m 15s

37: Urban Farming with Sophia Buggs

Jun 2nd, 2020 41m 14s

This week we kick off our series on local food and talk about the adventures of urban farming! Find Sophia on instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ladybuggsfarm/, or watch her TEDx talk! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrGSYHl3HfA Read the tran

36: Vegetable Gardening

May 19th, 2020 40m 8s

It's time to get our garden on! This week, Hallie and Chris discuss vegetable gardening, including how they started and how to do your own. We learn the history of gardening (and gardening policy), Hallie's best gardening tips, and which space-