Idaho Harvest Heroes Podcast

University of Idaho Extension and the Farmer Veteran Coalition Idaho Chapter

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University of Idaho Extension and the Farmer Veteran Coalition of Idaho Chapter are committed to improving the economic opportunities and quality of life for military veterans choosing agriculture as their next mission.The Idaho Harvest Heroes Podcast will deliver production, marketing, financial, legal and human risk management education to new and beginning veteran farmers and ranchers through stories directly from experienced veteran producers.Over the next ten episodes, we will highlight veterans who have reduced their risks through diversification, innovation, creativity, and who have successfully navigated relevant state, regional and federal USDA programs supporting veteran and new an…

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  1. 1

    Adapting to Physical Challenges in Agriculture with Veteran Joe Ricker of AgrAbility and At Ease Orchards

    This episode features an interview with retired Army Colonel Joe Ricker, discussing his work with At Ease Orchard and AgrAbility to help veterans adapt to physical challenges in agriculture through farming and beekeeping.

    ·11m
  2. 2

    Financial Risk Management at Any Scale with Aaron Zimmerman

    This episode features an interview with Aaron Zimmerman, a veteran and bank vice president, discussing financial risk management strategies for veteran farmers in Idaho as part of the Harvest Heroes Program.

    ·17m
  3. 3

    Soil Regeneration for Resilience with Dennis Stitt of Soldier Mountain Highlands and Huns in Fairfield, Idaho

    This episode features retired Army Colonel Dennis Stitt discussing soil regeneration practices and veteran support in agriculture through the Farmer Veteran Coalition of Idaho Chapter.

    ·14m
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    Marketing Specialty Livestock Products with Joann Danner of Dancing Goat Farm in Bonners Ferry, Idaho

    This episode features an interview with Joann Danner, a veteran goat farmer in Idaho, discussing how she markets her specialty livestock products and manages business risks.

    ·9m
  5. 5

    Navigation Services for Veterans in Agriculture with Mindi Anderson of the Idaho Veterans Chamber of Commerce

    This episode features an interview with Mindy Anderson of the Idaho Veterans Chamber of Commerce discussing navigation services that help veterans access resources and support in agriculture.

    ·15m
  6. 6

    Farm Succession Planning with Randy Smith of Smith Family Tree Farm, Hayden, Idaho

    This episode features an interview with Randy Smith, a veteran farmer in Idaho, discussing farm succession planning as a legal risk management strategy for agricultural operations.

    ·16m
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    Complying with Cottage Food Regulations in Idaho with Cathy Cabalo of Cabalo’s Orchard and Garden, Kuna, Idaho

    This episode features an interview with Kathy Caballo about her experience producing and selling cottage foods in Idaho, focusing on navigating legal risks and regulations.

    ·17m
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    Managing Financial Risks in a Multibusiness Operation with Jaime Stephan of Stephan Family Farm, Hammet, ID

    This episode features an interview with Jamie Steffen, an Army veteran who operates Steffen Family Farms, focusing on managing financial risks through diversification, online sales, and grant applications.

    ·15m·1 clip
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    Diversifying Small Farm Production to Manage Risk with Veteran Ted Kovarik of Sonshine Acres, Emmett, Idaho

    This episode introduces the Idaho Harvest Heroes Podcast, hosted by Connie May, which focuses on helping military veterans manage farm risks through diversification.

    ·15m·1 clip
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    Managing Risks in Small Farm Agritourism with Ron Kern of Back Forty Farms, Nampa, ID

    This episode features host Connie May interviewing Ron Kern about using agritourism to manage risks on small farms, targeting military veterans in agriculture.

    ·14m·1 clip