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The Farming Podcast

Josiah Garber | www.thefarmingpodcast.comwww.thefarmingpodcast.com
The Farming Podcast with Josiah Garber covers topics related to natural farming: gardening, permaculture, homesteading and more. This podcast is focused on natural farming methods.
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Episodes

Episode-67 May 2015 Farming Updates

It’s been a busy farming season this May 2015. I talk about all that’s been going on and the importance of being on the farm as much as possible during springtime. Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line […] Source

Jun 22, 201518 min

Episode-66 Spring 2015 on the Farm

In this episode I talk about what I’ve been up to this spring on the farm. I also talk about all I’ve been learning. Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line at 1-858-208-FARM or email josiah@thefarmingpodcast.com Have a […] Source

Jun 20, 201518 min

Episode-65 Winter on the Farm Part 2

In today’s episode I continue to talk about how to thrive during winter on your farm. Make the most of your winter and set yourself up for farming success. Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line at 1-858-208-FARM or […] Source

Feb 09, 201518 min

Episode-64 Winter on the Farm Part 1

In this episode I talk about what I have learned about thriving on your farm during the winter season. There are many important considerations to make your winters go more smoothly on the farm. Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call […] Source

Feb 02, 2015

Episode-63 2014 Farming Year in Review

I today’s episode I talk about my year of farming in 2014. The things I’ve done, learned and what to expect for the future. Time flies when you’re having fun on the farm. Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our […] Source

Jan 26, 201519 min

Episode-62 Bee Genetics and Natural Beekeeping

I share my thoughts on natural beekeeping, bee genetics, and breeding for pest and disease resistant bees. Our goal as beekeepers should be to breed for bees that don’t need to rely on harmful chemical treatments. This simplifies our hive management and gives us healthier bees and safer honey. Thanks for listening to The […] Source

Oct 07, 201421 min

Episode-61 How to Learn Effectively

In this episode I explain a learning technique that will help you learn faster and get more done. This is a crucial learning technique for our culture which has access to nearly unlimited information. Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call […] Source

Oct 04, 201419 min

Episode-60 Restoring Land Through Grazing Management

Learn how proper grazing management can restore your farmland. Animals are the solution not the problem when it comes land restoration, building soil and producing nutritious, healthy food. Alan Savory on Grazing Management Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail […] Source

Oct 02, 201418 min

Episode-59 Finding Good Farming Advice and Information

How to find good farming advice and information. I also discuss how to discern good from bad advice and why the ‘experts’ are often wrong. This podcast was inspired by Joel Salatin’s Book You Can Farm. Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show […] Source

Aug 09, 201419 min

Episode-58 The Importance of Fun on the Farm

All about the importance of having fun in your farming pursuits. If you’re not having fun you’re not doing it right. 🙂 Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line at 1-858-208-FARM or email josiah@thefarmingpodcast.com Have a great day and […] Source

Aug 08, 201417 min

Episode-57 Pasture Establishment and Succession

I explain pasture establishment, the succession process and how to prevent it when establishing a pasture. I also talk about how I am establishing pasture and bee forage on 15 acres of land at the farm. Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future […] Source

Aug 07, 201418 min

Episode-56 Queenless Hives and Laying Worker Hives

A podcast about Queenless Bee Hives and Laying Worker Hives. More Information about Queenless Hives Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line at 1-858-208-FARM or email josiah@thefarmingpodcast.com Have a great day and keep farming! Source

Aug 01, 201418 min

Episode-55 Achieving Your Farming Goals The Smart Way

Here is a unique perspective on achieving goals. Learn to achieve your goals without taking two steps backward. Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line at 1-858-208-FARM or email josiah@thefarmingpodcast.com Have a great day and keep farming! Source

Jul 31, 201423 min

Episode-54 Separating Yourself From Your Competition

Learn the importance of separating yourself from your competition with unique and higher quality products. Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line at 1-858-208-FARM or email josiah@thefarmingpodcast.com Have a great day and keep farming! Source

Jul 30, 201421 min

Episode-53 Farming and Weeds: Problem or Solution?

Weeds, are they a problem or a solution on your farm? You may be surprised by this episode. Here’s a free eBook on the topic of Weeds. I highly recommend reading this book, especially if you are interested in regenerative, non-chemical agriculture. Weeds, Guardians of the Soil Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If […] Source

Jul 26, 201419 min

Episode-52 Bees from Swarm Capture and Swarm Traps

Learn how to get bees onto your farm for free from a couple methods. Here is the book I mentioned with the details on how to capture bees instead of buying them. This book is inexpensive and definitely worth the cost if you want to start keeping bees. Thanks for listening to The […] Source

Jul 25, 201418 min

Episode-51 Staying Organized on the Farm

A podcast on the importance of organization and some tips for staying organized on the farm. Here is the book that I mentioned that explains the system of organization I use. This book has really changed my life from one of chaos to control over what is going on. If you feel disorganized at all […] Source

Jul 24, 201419 min

Episode-50 Specialization vs Generalization On The Farm

In this episode I discuss specialization vs generalization in your farming enterprise. Here is the excellent book I mentioned in the podcast that discusses specialization vs generalization. If you want to gain freedom quicker in your life, I highly recommend this book. Early Retirement Extreme: A philosophical and practical guide to financial independence Thanks for […] Source

Jul 23, 201420 min

Episode-49 The Importance of Custom Work

This episode explains ‘Custom Work’ and how to get a lot done without spending a lot of money on farm equipment. Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line at 1-858-208-FARM or email josiah@thefarmingpodcast.com Have a great day and […] Source

Jul 18, 201418 min

Episode-48 Achieving Goals with Focus

In today’s episode I talk about how to achieve your goals through focus. It’s easy to get distracted, learn how to achieve your goals quicker with less stress. Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line at 1-858-208-FARM or […] Source

Jul 17, 201418 min

Episode-47 Tips for Transitioning to Your Farm or Homestead

In this podcast episode I talk about some tips I’ve learned for transitioning to your farm or homestead. Following these tips can make the process go a lot smoother. Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line at 1-858-208-FARM […] Source

Jul 16, 201418 min

Episode-46 Ideas for Large Acreage Farms

In this episode I explain some options for large acreage farms. There are many options besides the traditional ones when it comes to working with broad acreage. Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line at 1-858-208-FARM or email […] Source

Apr 16, 201413 min

Episode-45 Changes, Changes, Changes

In this episode I discuss all the changes happening in our lives right now and what’s going on with our new farm. We’ve been quite busy with a new baby girl born, fixing up the farmhouse and getting ready to move to the farm. 🙂 Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like […] Source

Apr 02, 201412 min

Episode-44 January Updates and My Kiwimana Interview

We’ve been working hard on getting things ready for the move to the farm. Listen to the show for details on what we’ve been up to. I was recently interviewed on Kiwimana Beekeeping Podcast. You can listen to the show here. I had a great time talking with Gary about beekeeping! I’d recommend subscribing if […] Source

Jan 28, 201414 min

Episode-43 Review of My Permaculture Design Course

In today’s episode I review my Permaculture Design Course taken with Geoff Lawton. It was a great course and I highly recommend it to anyone farming or interested in farming. I believe they will be running another online course in 2014. Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or […] Source

Jan 06, 201414 min

Learning from Failure and Making Mistakes

In today’s show I talk about the importance of learning from failure and making mistakes. I consider this show to be about one of the most important life skills that I know of. I consider this to be one of my better shows so far. Enjoy! Here’s the link to Michael Bush’s page on learning […] Source

Jan 04, 201413 min

Episode-41 We Bought a Farm

Yup it’s true. We’ve bought a farm. Listen to today’s show for more of the details. We’re excited to share our journey with you. I also talk about our plans for 2014 on the farm. 2014 should be a big year for The Farming Podcast. Happy New Year. Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. […] Source

Jan 04, 201417 min

Episode-40 Small Scale Farming

In today’s episode I talk about how to farm on a small scale. This is a great show for those of you who don’t have a large amount of land yet but want to get started farming. There are even some ideas for high value enterprises on small amounts of land. Enjoy the show and […] Source

Oct 09, 201317 min

Episode-39 Chickens as a Farming Machine

Today I talk about the versatile chicken and how it can be utilized in many ways on your farm as a machine. Chicken Tractor Book Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line at 1-858-208-FARM or email josiah@thefarmingpodcast.com Have a […] Source

Aug 31, 201314 min

Episode-38 Mulched Gardening and Farming

In today’s episode I talk about using mulch in your Garden and Farm. Inspirations for today’s episode Ruth Stout’s No Work Garden Book Back to Eden Film Thanks for listening to The Farming Podcast. If you’d like to leave feedback or questions for a future show call our voicemail line at 1-858-208-FARM or email […] Source

Aug 28, 201314 min
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