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Cultivation Station

Cultivation Station

Hosted by Colorado Department of Agriculture

Episodes

95

Latest episode

May 2026

Language

EN

About the show

Cultivation Station, a business development podcast from The Colorado Department of Agriculture's Colorado Proud program, dives into the rich and diverse world of food and agricultural businesses. Whether you're just beginning to think about starting a food or ag business in Colorado, or your operation is already up and running, the many topics covered, expert insight and insider tips and tricks can help you be successful!

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May 20, 2026Episode 1241 min

Episode 12 Season 5 - Hell Yeah Salsa!

Listen in on Cultivation Station while we learn about Hell Yeah! Salsa - a Colorado Proud member. Discover the essence of Hell Yeah! Salsa through their commitment to partnering with local family-owned farms. Their mission is simple: to deliver a high-quality product directly to your doorstep, ensuring you experience the freshest tastes of home.

May 6, 2026Episode 1135 min

Episode 11 Season 5 - Reaching the Colorado Consumer

Listen in on Cultivation Station while we chat with Tera Keatts from Philosophy Communications.  Tera understands that reaching the Colorado consumer takes more than just great products—it requires a deep understanding of what makes the Colorado market unique. In this episode, we explore how brands can successfully connect with Colorado shoppers to grow their businesses and deliver unmatched excellence to Colorado consumers!

May 6, 2026Episode 1032 min

Episode 10 Season 5 - Agribility

Listen in on Cultivation Station while we talk with Chad Reznicek about the Colorado AgrAbility project.  For the past 27 years, Colorado AgrAbility Project Rehabilitation Specialists have provided on-farm and on-ranch assessments, assistive technology recommendations, and resource connections for individuals experiencing physical limitations due to injury, disability, or age-related issues. Colorado AgrAbility has served over 670 clients with these physical support services.

April 3, 2026Episode 939 min

Episode 9 Season 5 - Polidori Sausage

Listen in on Cultivation Station while we chat with Polidori Sausage. Polidori is proudly recognized as America's oldest family-owned sausage company. The Polidori family has carried forward authentic Italian sausage-making traditions, building a brand rooted in heritage, hard work, and uncompromising quality.  From hand-crafted recipes passed down through generations to their lasting impact on Colorado's food culture, Polidori Sausage represents more than just a product—it's a legacy.

March 20, 2026Episode 848 min

Episode 8 Season 5 - Sexy Pizza

Listen in on Cultivation Station as we chat with Kyle Peters the founder of SEXY PIZZA.  We will get into how this incredidble company was born from a neighborhood pizza joint to expanding to 4 stores and staying rooted in community, showing up for the people around them, and giving back in ways that actually matter. It's about doing business with intention, funding local causes, and proving that growth doesn't have to mean dilution.

March 20, 2026Episode 625 min

Episode 6 Season 5 - Colorado Brewers Guild

Listen in as we chat with the Colorado Brewers Guild. We are going to learn all about the 2026 Collaboration Fest. This event is a celebration of everything we love about the brewing industry—community, camaraderie, creativity, and craft beer. Each year, Colorado breweries dive into the spirit of collaboration that defines Colorado craft beer.

February 3, 2026Episode 540 min

Episode 5 Season 5 - Deerhammer

Cultivation Station chats with Lenny from Deerhammer Distillery. After over 15 years of operation, Deerhammer remains a wholly independent business, free from the influence of investors or other entities.  As an ever-evolving brand, Deerhammer continuously strives to redefine the flavor and future of independent American whiskey. One barrel at a time.

January 27, 2026Episode 337 min

Episode 3 Season 5 - Creative Alignments

Listen in on Cultivation Station while we chat with the team at Creative Alignments. This group can affordably add recruiting bandwidth and expertise as you need. Contact Megan today.

January 21, 2026Episode 217 min

Episode 2 Season 5 - OSIA Beverage Company

Listen in on Cultivation Station while we chat with the co-founders of OSIA, an elevated spritz with functional benefits. Each drink contains the most high-quality fruits, herbs and mountain water. They keep it simple, so no additives or fake flavors.

December 29, 2025Episode 143 min

Episode 1 Season 5 - The Good Meat Company

Listen in on Cultivation Station while we talk with the Good Meat Project. This group is on a mission to advance an ethical meat system, and is serving ranchers, as well as consumers!

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