Wednesday Night Networking - Sustainable Agriculture

From Bedbugs to Grasshoppers: An Entomologist’s Take on BRIX and Insects

Season 6, Episode 1

The Gateway Research Organization welcomes Dr. Tom Dykstra, as he joins host Steve Kenyon for a casual Wednesday Night Networking session exploring plant health, BRIX measurements, and how water and nutrition affect pest pressure. Topics include grasshopper outbreaks, dung beetle activity, insect olfaction, dragonflies, all while mixing science and the farmer experience. As always there is some Q&A before the session went into an open unrecorded session for deeper discussion and peer networking.

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WNN - Inside the Stockman Grass Farmer with Carolyn Nation

Season 6, Episode 2

The Gateway Research Organization welcomes Carolyn Nation, co-owner of the Stockman Grass Farmer, as she joins host Steve Kenyon of Greener Pastures Ranching and Stacy Murray of Gateway Research Organization to delve into the magazine's origin, Alan Nation's legacy, and how the publication supports practical, profitable grass farming. The conversation covers the magazine's live schools, the move to digital, writer guidelines, and how it is connecting producers worldwide

The episode also dives into practical grazing topics: custom and rotational grazing do’s and don’ts, managing stress and reproduction in herds, negotiating land leases, creative bartering with landowners, and resources for getting started without land. Whether you're just staring out as a grass farmer, or you've been managing grass for years, there are insights for all. 

If you want to get in on these Virtual Networking Sessions live, they happen every second Wednesday at 6pm MST from late October to mid-April. Register for free at Wednesday Night Networking.

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WNN - The Secrets of Polycultures with Joe Gardner

Season 5, Episode 2

 

The Gateway Research Organization welcomes Joe Gardner of Covers & Co as he joins host Steve Kenyon of Greener Pastures Ranching to delve deep into the transformative power of polycultures and plant diversity in agriculture. Discover the secrets behind fostering healthy soil ecosystems without relying on synthetic fertilizers and how intercropping and diverse cover crops can revolutionize farming practices. They discuss the crucial roles of mycorrhizal fungi, legumes, and diverse root systems in enhancing soil health and water infiltration. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or just beginning your agricultural journey, this episode offers valuable insights into creating sustainable and resilient farming systems.

If you want to get in on these Virtual Networking Sessions live, they happen every second Wednesday at 6pm MST from late October to mid-April. Register for free at Wednesday Night Networking.

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WNN - Back to the Basics with Jim Gerrrish

Season 4, Episode 7

Jim Gerrish joins Steve Kenyon of Greener Pastures Ranching to talk about 'Getting Back to the Basics'.

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WNN - Bale Grazing with Brian English

Season 5, Episode 1: Brian English joins Steve Kenyon of Greener Pastures Ranching to talk about 'Bale Grazing'. 

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WNN - Cow Patty Critters with Dr. Kevin Floate (Jan 2024)

Season 4, Episode 5:  Dr. Kevin Floate joins Steve Kenyon of Greener Pastures Ranching to talk about 'Cow Patty Critters'. 

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WNN - The Future of Food with Gabe Brown (Dec 2023)

Season 4, Episode 4:  Gabe Brown joins Steve Kenyon of Greener Pastures Ranching for a discussion on the future of food and the role of regenerative agriculture. 

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WNN - Wrecks, Write-offs, and Windfalls with Dallas Mount (Nov 2023)

Season 4, Episode 3:  Dallas Mount, CEO of Ranch Management Consultants, joins Steve Kenyon of Greener Pastures Ranching. There was a robust discussion on the importance of understanding your economics, and the difference between economics, finances, and taxes. 

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WNN - Carbon Cycling with Brendon Rockey (Nov 2023)

In Season 4, Episode 2, Brendon Rockey, a regenerative potato farmer from Colorado joined Steve Kenyon from Greener Pastures Ranching to discuss the carbon cycle. Changing their mindset to focus on the entire carbon cycle has made a huge difference on both of their farms. A great conversation the myriad ways to make changes and the multiple benefits ensued.

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WNN - Preparing for a Changing Future with Don Campbell (Oct. 25, 2023)

Welcome to Season 4!  In episode 1, join Don Campbell, holistic management practitioner and teacher, and host Steve Kenyon, Greener Pastures Ranching, as they discuss things to consider in preparing for an uncertain future. What will it take to be resilient and changing climates, markets, and other conditions?

If you want to get in on these Virtual Networking Sessions live, they happen every second Wednesday night at 6pm MT from late Oct to mid-April each year. Register for free at Wednesday Night Networking..

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