Farming with Family

Hosted by Ashley Kenny

Business Management

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Jul 2024

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We talk about the good the bad and the ugly of generational farming. We introduce your hosts, Garrett and Ashley, sibling dairy farmers in Eastern Washington State. The goal of our podcast is to provide you with relatable content about what it’s like to farm with older generations and to diversify to make the operation sustainable for ourselves and our kids. We want to offer you systems, mindset shifts, tools and testimonies to improve your farm’s longevity. Not because we’re experts, but because we want to learn this stuff alongside you. Follow us on facebook and instagram @darilanefarms.

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July 29, 202427 min

No. 2 - Farmers need you to vote and vote smart

Have you heard about the tractors blocking highways and driving through capitol cities in the EU? If you haven’t, those videos are worth a google. This a reason, among many, you need to vote and vote smart this election year. So why should you vote in such a way to support local farmers? Listen here to learn all about it. Your vote impacts farmers' costs, revenue and ability to provide high quality locally-raised food at an affordable price. This also means you need to Do research on propositions and candidates Be an advocate for agriculture Follow along on instagram @darilanefarms Follow on Facebook @darilanefarms Harley Davidson by Beat Mekanik via Free Music Archive license CC BY

July 22, 202423 min

21 - Should ag land be developed into houses? Interview with a local general contractor

Garrett Interviews Dallin Miller, of Miller and Sons Construction. They discuss what it’s like to be a general contractor in rural America They cover firing subs, your employee picks in trade labor industries, and more people problems. The crux of the discussion is whether or not rural land/ag land should be developed into housing. Hear both sides of the argument here. Follow along on instagram @darilanefarms Follow on Facebook @darilanefarms Harley Davidson by Beat Mekanik via Free Music Archive license CC BY

July 8, 202433 min

20 - Why is beef so expensive?

Your grocery bill is high because, well, inflation. But what all goes into pricing your beef? What does that cheap meat at the grocery store really contain? Facebook rumors about coloring and other stuff being put into it. Beef in general is going to be more expensive per pound than other foods because it’s protein. It has all your essential amino acids. So yes it’s going to be more expensive than your loaf of bread per oz. Red meat is also on the up cycle right now thanks to keto, low carb and the carnivore movements. But in general - beef is more expensive for these reasons: If it’s local, you’re going to be paying to know where your meat comes from. It takes more than a year to create the product It takes a metric crap ton of feed/land and water It’s livestock - you’re always gambling on them So is it worth it to still buy red meat and to buy it local if possible? Absolutely. Follow along on instagram @darilanefarms Follow on Facebook @darilanefarms Harley Davidson by Beat Mekanik via Free Music Archive license CC BY

June 24, 202424 min

19. If your dream job is to work on a farm, start here

If you think you (or your kid) should work on a farm for the life experience, we agree. But here are some things we look for in an applicant. Work ethic Desire to have a purpose rather than just a paycheck Willingness/desire to learn Punctuality Communication No whining Don't forget to leave a review and share with your friends. Thanks for helping the podcast grow. Follow along on instagram @darilanefarms Follow on Facebook @darilanefarms Harley Davidson by Beat Mekanik via Free Music Archive license CC BY

June 17, 202422 min

18. Entertaining Yourself on a Tractor

What are some ways you can entertain yourself while driving equipment? Or maybe just when you're on a road trip (use common sense and do what's legal). Podcasts Audiobooks talk about hoopla and Libby Get a good headset and call long lost friend or your mother-in-law Facebook marketplace Manage your budget with every dollar or something similar Netflix YouTube Praying Straightening the other person’s lines in swathing Count how many rows in you are Eating Communicating with other drivers Follow along on instagram @darilanefarms Follow on Facebook @darilanefarms Harley Davidson by Beat Mekanik via Free Music Archive license CC BY

June 5, 202426 min

No. 17 - Farmer Wants a Wife: What it takes to be a farm spouse

Same value system Patient/flexible schedule Good at being alone/have hobbies Persistent about quality time An understanding of the fiscal responsibility of having a farm Bonus They should probably at least want to have kids or pass on a farm, because that’s the whole point of building a farm for most people Skills/knowledge/networking that they can offer to the farm Doesn’t mind the smell of poo Does their own laundry Follow along on instagram @darilanefarms Follow on Facebook @darilanefarms Harley Davidson by Beat Mekanik via Free Music Archive license CC BY

May 27, 202426 min

No. 16 - How's your stewardship?

T-shirt winner is: I <3 milkingshorthorns on Apple Podcasts send us your size and address preferably via Instagram or Facebook and we’ll get that shirt to you! Stewardship is a buzzword especially in the ag and farming worlds. Why? Because it’s a term that more or less encapsulates what we do. The principles of stewardship easily apply to the vocation of farming, however they apply to any vocation. Biblical roots of stewardship Everything you have that is good or even neutral is from God. Anything that is not sinful is from God. This means your body, family, personality, skill set, land, animals, job, money - He is the creator of it all and the giver. So what does that translate to in practice? We care for our animals and plants. As Adam did with eve and God in the garden, you work as a team under the authority and guidance of God. Steward, the people in your life. Think of the tiny stewards in your life. Follow along on instagram @darilanefarms Follow on Facebook @darilanefarms Harley Davidson by Beat Mekanik via Free Music Archive license CC BY

May 20, 202434 min

No. 15: Q&A time - Fav siblings & farm chores, best advice, how to confidently diversify, and more.

- T-shirt giveaway time! Be entered to win a “Support Your Local Farmer” comfort colors tee by doing the following. Each of these is a single entry, meaning you have many chances to win if you do all of them: 1) write a review wherever you listen to your podcast 2) screenshot this episode as you’re listening and share on Facebook or Instagram stories and tag us @darilanefarms 3) post this on Instagram or Facebook with a review and tag us @darilanefarms - Troll roasting on social media Q&A time: Who’s our favorite sibling? How can we diversify confidently? Especially when we’re scared to lose money in the process BONUS: a random and awesome diversification income idea What’s our favorite farm chore? How do you separate difference in titles of coworker and family? What’s the balance of developing ag land into housing while still maintaining rural America? What is the most valuable advice we’ve ever been given and how has it changed our life? Follow along on instagram @darilanefarms Follow on Facebook @darilanefarms Harley Davidson by Beat Mekanik via Free Music Archive license CC BY

May 13, 202445 min

No. 14 Interview with the Farm Mom Part 2

Garrett wraps up his conversation with his mom, Lori. They discuss all things raising kids on the farm: Homeschooling Working with her kids on the farm Passing the farm onto the next generation Dreams and future plans on the farm Follow along on instagram @darilanefarms Follow on Facebook @darilanefarms Harley Davidson by Beat Mekanik via Free Music Archive license CC BY

May 6, 202417 min

No. 13 - What should you do when you see farm equipment on the road?

An episode on farm safety specifically regarding equipment: - What to do when you see farm equipment in front of or behind you on the road - Best colors to wear when you're around farming/harvest equipment - kids and farming safety - our best livestock safety tips - a couple stories to bring it all together. Follow along on instagram @darilanefarms Follow on Facebook @darilanefarms Harley Davidson by Beat Mekanik via Free Music Archive license CC BY