Explore every episode of the podcast Raised on the Farm
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
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| 34: AI in Agriculture...Where the "I" stands for Intelligence | 23 Jan 2026 | 00:39:37 | |
Chad, Marisa, and Marlowe gather round the mic to talk AI...artificial intelligence that is. Does it have a place in agriculture? How are we seeing it being used? What concerns and benefits do we see? It's all on episode 34, the first of 2026. If you’ve got a question or a topic you want us to dig into, let us know—we want to hear from you. Join the conversation! Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 33: Tori Rumenik, Executive Director at NC Ag Partnership | A Passion for Agriculture | 17 Nov 2025 | 00:42:13 | |
We sit down with Tori Rumenik, a native of Florida, but now, an excited North Carolinian. Tori is the new Executive Director for the NC Ag Partnership. We learn her story, talk NC agriculture, and hear a whole lot of passion for the industry. @NCAgPartnership Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 24: Helping People | NC Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler | 05 Nov 2024 | 00:31:43 | |
We sit down with NC Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler in this episode to talk agriculture in North Carolina. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 23: We can't just be farmers | Steven Brake with NC Center for Poultry Education | 31 Jul 2024 | 00:58:33 | |
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. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 22: Gang's All Here | Updates, Contract Farming, & Turkeys | 05 Jun 2024 | 00:55:36 | |
Gang is all here with Marlowe, Chad, and Marisa catching up. There's a lot of good stuff packed in this one.
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| 21: Milo Lewis | Meet the New Executive Director of NC Cattleman's Association | 14 May 2024 | 00:40:54 | |
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 us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 20: Strawberries and Bacco Trail with Madison Aycock West | 12 Apr 2024 | 00:47:45 | |
Accidental farm girl, Madison, has a heart for agriculture, which is so obvious after talking with her. In this episode we hear about:
To shop Bacco Trail visit: https://www.shopbaccotrail.com/ Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 19: NC Pork Council Award Winners | Interviewing Excellence | 19 Mar 2024 | 01:01:32 | |
This episode is a little bit different. Chad catches up with this year's North Carolina Pork Council Award winners. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 18: Have Scope, Will Travel | Lauren Bell with Trans Ova Genetics | 26 Feb 2024 | 00:47:32 | |
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:
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| 17: Farming Queen | Mrs. U.S. Agriculture Nicole Hall | 24 Jan 2024 | 00:47:43 | |
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:
Follow Nicole at @northcarolina.nicole and visit nicolenc.com Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 16: Giving Thanks | Stories, turkey, pie, and the whole hog | 22 Nov 2023 | 00:26:01 | |
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. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 15: General Permits | Buckle up. We get passionate on this one. | 16 Nov 2023 | 00:48:04 | |
General permits... sounds dry, right? It's more than just regulations.
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| 32: NC Extension with Dr. David Monks | How Extension Supports Farmers | 15 Oct 2025 | 00:32:30 | |
In this episode, Marisa sits down with Dr. David Monks, Director, NC State Extension and Associate Dean, CALS. They talk about Extension services, North Carolina agriculture, and how these two entities help each other. Be sure to connect with Extension. It's not just for farmers. Find them at: Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 14: Combining community and the farm | Agritourism with Tammy Peterson of Hubbs Farms | 26 Sep 2023 | 00:49:43 | |
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! Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 13: Just pick up the phone! | John Stewart talks public policy in agriculture | 17 Aug 2023 | 00:49:56 | |
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. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 12: Factory Farms, a Farmer's Take | 21 Jul 2023 | 00:27:39 | |
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. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 11: The Wellness of Farmers | Farm Safety On and Off the Farm | 29 Jun 2023 | 00:35:30 | |
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. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 10: Pig Farmers Learn from a Cattleman | Bryan Blinson, Executive Director of NC Cattleman's Assoc. | 12 Jun 2023 | 00:35:33 | |
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. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 09: New Name + Important Topics like BBQ | 30 May 2023 | 00:33:10 | |
Marlowe and Chad are recording remotely at their homes for the first time. In this episode:
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| 08: We have a job for you! Jan Archer talks pork with the Buddies | 08 May 2023 | 00:37:05 | |
She's a cool grandma and someone our Bacon Buddies look up to. It's the one and only, Jan Archer! In this episode:
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| 07: GHG Guru in the House! Dr. Frank Mitloehner talks to the Bacon Buddies | 23 Apr 2023 | 00:43:03 | |
GHG Guru Dr. Frank Mitloehner joins the Bacon Buddies in NC to discuss efficiency, energy, activists, communication, and of course greenhouse gases. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 06: Guest Taylor Best with RD Jones Sausage | 10 Apr 2023 | 00:30:58 | |
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! Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 05: Preparing students for careers in agriculture with Edward Olive of University of Mount Olive | 20 Mar 2023 | 00:37:51 | |
Edward Olive with the University of Mount Olive joins the Bacon Buddies to talk about UMO's agricultural program. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 31: NC Ag Economics with Dr. Blake Brown | 22 Sep 2025 | 00:44:04 | |
In this episode, Chad and Marisa sit down with Dr. Blake Brown, an Ag Economist. We talk about how North Carolina is a diverse agriculture state, policy, and of course economics. We promise this conversation is anything but dull. NC Farmers Appreciation day is a date set aside to celebrate the state's farmers from mountains to sea. Learn more about NC Farmers Appreciation Day and the Young Farmer of the Year Award at https://www.ncfarmerappreciation.com/ You can also follow NC Farmers Appreciation Day on Instagram and Facebook Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 04: Sweetpotatoes, H-2A Workers, and Farming with Kim Kornegay LeQuire | 13 Mar 2023 | 00:45:02 | |
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:
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| 03: Hot Takes | 06 Mar 2023 | 00:37:16 | |
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. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 02: No eggs with that bacon, thanks Prop 12 | 02 Mar 2023 | 00:30:13 | |
In this episode Marlowe and Chad talk about:
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| 01: I love bacon...that's a fact | 01 Mar 2023 | 00:27:15 | |
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! Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 30: Curtis Smith--2024 NC Farmer of the Year | 08 Sep 2025 | 00:30:40 | |
Marisa sits down with Curtis Smith of T.C. Smith Produce. Mr. Curtis was awarded the 2024 NC Farmer of the Year Award at the inaugural NC Farmers Appreciation Day. NC Farmers Appreciation day is a date set aside to celebrate the state's farmers from mountains to sea. Learn more about NC Farmers Appreciation Day and the Young Farmer of the Year Award at https://www.ncfarmerappreciation.com/ You can also follow NC Farmers Appreciation Day on Instagram and Facebook Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 29: The Norwoods--2024 NC Young Farmer of the Year | 25 Aug 2025 | 00:44:07 | |
Marisa sits down with John and Kristen Norwood of Norwood Meador Farm. John was awarded the 2024 NC Young Farmer of the Year Award at the inaugural NC Farmers Appreciation Day. NC Farmers Appreciation day is a date set aside to celebrate the state's farmers from mountains to sea. Learn more about NC Farmers Appreciation Day and the Young Farmer of the Year Award at https://www.ncfarmerappreciation.com/ Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| Jordan Phasey | Australia to ENC...A journey to make better fertilizer | 16 Jun 2025 | 00:41:23 | |
Jordan Phasey moved his family from Outback Australia to partner with the communities and farmers of Eastern NC to provide solutions to sludge on pig farms. He founded Phinite and now provides a unique fertilize product. Learn more about Phinite at: Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 27: Fueling Bacon with Nancy Kennedy | 07 May 2025 | 00:24:41 | |
Nancy Kennedy is a feed truck driver for Smithfield Hog Production. She has a passion for mentoring others and agriculture. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 26: NC Pork Council Award Winner Interviews | Part 2 | 18 Mar 2025 | 00:39:04 | |
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 Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 25: NC Pork Council Award Winner Interviews |Part 1 | 13 Mar 2025 | 00:50:06 | |
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 Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 35: Keeping the Land-- Brandon Batten on Farmland Loss & Preservation | 06 Feb 2026 | 00:45:07 | |
We sit down with Brandon Batten, a farmer in Johnston County, NC to talk farming, faith, farmland loss/preservation, and the importance of getting involved in our communities. Johnston County is is among the top 5 fastest growing counties in the state and one of the top counties nationally for farmland loss. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 36: Adam Caldwell’s Campaign for County Commissioner and the Fight to Preserve Farmland | 17 Feb 2026 | 00:33:46 | |
We sit down with Adam Caldwell to unpack why Johnston County leads the nation in projected farmland loss, what a UDO really changes on the ground, and how citizen input can shape a better balance between growth, jobs, and agriculture. We cover buffers, bona fide farm status, easements, tax impacts, and the push to bring high-paying jobs closer to home. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| Pork Forward Expo Preview | 24 Mar 2026 | 00:18:53 | |
We talk with Neill Westerbeek about Smithfield’s Pork Forward expo. We break down what’s happening on April 15, 2026, including OIC credit hours, technology showcases, and the simple details that make the day easy to attend. Here's a few details:
For more: https://smithfieldfoods.com/Pork-Forward
Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||
| 37: Summer Lanier--From Farm Kid to Voice of NC Poultry | 16 Mar 2026 | 00:59:20 | |
Meet Summer Lanier, the NC Poultry Federation's new Executive Director. While new to this role, Summer is no stranger to the poultry industry. “I feel as if I have spent my life, up to this point, training for this position. Since the age of three, poultry has been the center of my home and professional life and coming to NCPF is a very natural progression in my career. I am thrilled for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take my passion for poultry to the next level and serve this great industry,” says Lanier in a NCPF press release. Raised on a turkey farm, Summer holds bachelor's degrees in both Animal Science and Poultry Science as well as a master's degree in Poultry Science from North Carolina State University (NCSU). She also completed NCSU's Agricultural Leadership Development Program in 2014. Prior to joining NCPF, Summer spent 19 years working for Prestage Farms, Inc. in numerous roles, including Public Relations Director, and most recently, Antibiotic-Free Turkey Production Manager. She lives in Wallace, N.C. with her husband, Matt, and their two children, Cade, 10, and Maesie, 6. Mark your calendars for Pork Forward,the state’s premier swine and agronomy event, happening April 15th at the Sampson County Exposition Center in Clinton. Join more than a thousand producers, industry partners and experts for a full day of learning, innovation, and handson demonstrations. Explore the latest in animal health, equipment and production technology — all in one place. Visit SmithfieldFoods.com/Pork-Forward for more details. Find us on Instagram @raisedonthefarm | |||