Raised on the Farm

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By: Chad, Marlowe, & (sometimes) Marisa

Join Marlowe and Chad, two friends who were raised on pig farms, talk farm, food, and all things agriculture. It's a podcast for more than just farmers. Everything is on the table. 

27: Fueling Bacon with Nancy Kennedy
#27
Last Wednesday at 6:00 PM

Nancy Kennedy is a feed truck driver for Smithfield Hog Production. She has a passion for mentoring others and agriculture. 

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26: NC Pork Council Award Winner Interviews | Part 2
#26
03/18/2025

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

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25: NC Pork Council Award Winner Interviews |Part 1
#25
03/13/2025

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

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24: Helping People | NC Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler
#24
11/05/2024

We sit down with NC Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler in this episode to talk agriculture in North Carolina.  

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23: We can't just be farmers | Steven Brake with NC Center for Poultry Education
#23
07/31/2024

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

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22: Gang's All Here | Updates, Contract Farming, & Turkeys
#22
06/05/2024

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?


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21: Milo Lewis | Meet the New Executive Director of NC Cattleman's Association
#21
05/14/2024

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

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20: Strawberries and Bacco Trail with Madison Aycock West
#20
04/12/2024

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 farm

To shop Bacco Trail visit: https://www.shopbaccotrail.com/
Stop by the strawberry barn in Fremont to get fresh strawberries! https://www.facebook.com/westfamilyfarms

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19: NC Pork Council Award Winners | Interviewing Excellence
#19
03/19/2024

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 

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18: Have Scope, Will Travel | Lauren Bell with Trans Ova Genetics
#18
02/26/2024

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-dressed

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17: Farming Queen | Mrs. U.S. Agriculture Nicole Hall
#17
01/24/2024

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/home

Follow Nicole at @northcarolina.nicole and visit nicolenc.com 

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16: Giving Thanks | Stories, turkey, pie, and the whole hog
#16
11/22/2023

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!

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15: General Permits | Buckle up. We get passionate on this one.
#15
11/16/2023

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


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14: Combining community and the farm | Agritourism with Tammy Peterson of Hubbs Farms
#14
09/26/2023

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

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13: Just pick up the phone! | John Stewart talks public policy in agriculture
#13
08/17/2023

Meet John Stewart. He's  a State Government and Public Affairs Advisor for Elanco (aka a lobbyist). John is newly married, loves the outdoors, and travels a lot to talk ag policy with folks. 
It's a great conversation that may have you thinking differently about politics (maybe?). Don't miss this next episode with Marlowe, Marisa and John (Chad's on vacation this round). 

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12: Factory Farms, a Farmer's Take
#12
07/21/2023

We hear the term "factory farm" being thrown around to describe some farms, but what do farmers think about it? Listen to Chad and Marlowe's take on the term and catch a glimpse into how they operate their farms. 

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11: The Wellness of Farmers | Farm Safety On and Off the Farm
#11
06/29/2023

On this episode of Raised on the Farm, we're talking all about the wellness of farmers. It goes beyond just safety around equipment and livestock. Wellness also extends to mental health. Join Marlowe, Chad, and Marisa as they discuss how we all have a part to play in keeping our farmers well.

Note: Farming is one of the most stressful jobs and has a high suicide rate. If you are struggling, see these resources or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline  1-800-273-TALK (8255) (ENG), 1-888-628-9454 (ESP).

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10: Pig Farmers Learn from a Cattleman | Bryan Blinson, Executive Director of NC Cattleman's Assoc.
#10
06/12/2023

Beef is on the table in this episode of Raised on the Farm! Marlowe and Chad are joined by Bryan Blinson, Executive Director of the NC Cattleman's Association to talk beef, cattle, sustainability, and youth programs. It's a great conversation where these pig farmers learn a thing or two from a cattleman.

Learn more about NC cattle at:
Facebook: @nccattle
Instagram: @eatbeefnc
Web: https://www.nccattle.com/

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09: New Name + Important Topics like BBQ
#9
05/30/2023

Marlowe and Chad are recording remotely at their homes for the first time. In this episode:

Why the name change?BBQ opinionsEat your red meatLivestock vaccines

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08: We have a job for you! Jan Archer talks pork with the Buddies
#8
05/08/2023

She's a cool grandma and someone our Bacon Buddies look up to. It's the one and only, Jan Archer! In this episode:

The pork industry has a job for you!The importance of finding your tribeWhere does your pork go?PQAAnd More!

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07: GHG Guru in the House! Dr. Frank Mitloehner talks to the Bacon Buddies
#7
04/23/2023

GHG Guru Dr. Frank Mitloehner joins the Bacon Buddies in NC to discuss efficiency, energy, activists, communication, and of course greenhouse gases.
In this episode:
-how food choice is a personal choice
-how swine operations are different than cattle with GHG
-how the USA compares to the rest of the world in livestock GHG
-the importance of communicating agriculture's practices

Hear more from Dr. Mitloehner at:
Instagram: @UCDavisClear
Twitter: @GHGGuru
Clear Center at UC Davis

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06: Guest Taylor Best with RD Jones Sausage
#6
04/10/2023

The Bacon Buddies have talked a lot about how good RD Jones sausage is, so it was only natural they had one of the ones responsible for this great product on the show. Taylor Best joins Marlowe and Chad to talk sausage, farming, and entrepreneurship. They even auction off Chad's cup! Don't miss this episode!

Follow RD Jones Packing on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/R.D.JonesPacking/

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05: Preparing students for careers in agriculture with Edward Olive of University of Mount Olive
#5
03/20/2023

 Edward Olive with the University of Mount Olive joins the Bacon Buddies to talk about UMO's agricultural program.

UMO offers many ag degrees including animal science, ag communications, and precision ag!

 In this episode, we hear about: 
-UMO's ag programs 
-Get to know Edward Olive a bit more
 -The university's farm
 -AgFest 
-Success stories 

For more, head to: 
@UMOAgriculture 
https://umo.edu/the-school-of-agriculture-and-biological-sciences/ 

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04: Sweetpotatoes, H-2A Workers, and Farming with Kim Kornegay LeQuire
#4
03/13/2023

Kim Kornegay LeQuire with Kornegay Family Farms and Produce joins the Bacon Buddies as their first ever guest on the podcast! In this episode we hear about:

Sweetpotato is one word and how they are grown.The important roles H-2A workers play on the farm and  what farmers have to provide them.History of Kornegay Family Farms 



For more follow:
@kornegayffp
@ncsweetpotatoes


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03: Hot Takes
#3
03/06/2023

The Bacon Buddies drill each other with questions for their hot takes! On the table--food labels, how they like their bacon, summer vs winter, and more. 

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02: No eggs with that bacon, thanks Prop 12
#2
03/02/2023

 In this episode Marlowe and Chad talk about: 

Prop 12 and its price on foodFood insecurityShout out to first responders during a local fireEggs 

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01: I love bacon...that's a fact
#1
03/01/2023

 It's the very first episode of Bacon Buddies! We're talking about growing up on the farm, why we're starting a podcast, and of course, bacon! 

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