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American Family Farmer

American Family Farmer

De: Doug Stephan
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A weekly look at trends in Family Farming and Healthy Eating.Copyright Doug Stephan Economía Gestión Gestión y Liderazgo
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  • Organic Fertilizer From the Sea With Ann Molloy of Neptune’s Harvest

    Organic Fertilizer From the Sea With Ann Molloy of Neptune’s Harvest
    Feb 25 2026
    On this week’s episode of American Family Farmer, host Doug Stephan welcomes Ann Molloy, co-owner and Director of Sales & Marketing for Neptune’s Harvest, based in Gloucester.

    A member of a fifth-generation Gloucester fishing family, Ann shares how her family’s historic roots in New England’s seafood industry evolved into a nationally recognized organic fertilizer company. What began in the 1980s as a responsible solution for unused fish byproducts has grown into a thriving business dedicated to soil health and sustainable agriculture. By transforming fish remains and seaweed into nutrient-rich fertilizers through a specialized cold-processing method, Neptune’s Harvest preserves natural enzymes, oils, and micronutrients that support long-term soil vitality.

    Ann discusses the importance of environmental stewardship, resource conservation, and regenerative farming practices. She explains how fish- and seaweed-based fertilizers improve soil biology, enhance microbial life, and provide balanced plant nutrition—offering farmers and gardeners an alternative to short-term synthetic inputs.

    From coastal fishing heritage to modern agricultural innovation, this conversation highlights how family enterprise, sustainability, and responsible use of natural resources can work together to support the future of American farming.

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    20 m
  • Farming Politics, the Screwworm, and Excellence

    Farming Politics, the Screwworm, and Excellence
    Feb 25 2026
    Host and American Family Farmer, Doug Stephan www.eastleighfarm.com shares the biggest news affecting family farmers, starting with political news taking over agricultural news as politics make up a lot of what is affecting American family farmers. For instance, the U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a legal dispute that could reshape how agricultural companies handle labeling and liability.

    In other farming and ag news, the price of fertilizer is going up, the latest update of the New World Screwworm, an the search for a National animal disease response plan. A comprehensive plan will call for stronger Federal coordination to combat growing animal health threats that are coming into our country from other countries.

    Lastly, Doug opines a new book titled The Way of Excellence, written by Brad Stulberg. The book redefines excellence as a consistent, value-aligned, and long-term process. It focuses on sustainable, "grounded" growth—showing up daily, managing energy over time, and finding deep satisfaction in the process rather than external validation. The principles in book are deeply aligned with farming, treating the profession as a marathon rather than a sprint.

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    Social Media: @GoodDayNetworks
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    19 m
  • The Business of Healing: Sustainability, Transparency, and Family Farming

    The Business of Healing: Sustainability, Transparency, and Family Farming
    Feb 18 2026
    On this episode of American Family Farmer, host Doug Stephan welcomes Jodi Scott, co-founder of Green Goo, CEO of Spry Life, and a dedicated hobby farmer in Lyons, Colorado. Jodi shares her journey bridging science, psychology, and traditional herbal medicine, from pre-med studies and work supporting underserved patients to building a family business rooted in the healing power of plants. What began as handcrafted herbal remedies made on the family farm has grown into a nationally recognized, women-led, B Corp-certified brand carried by major retailers—while still staying true to its original mission of natural, effective first aid and personal care.

    Jodi also discusses the realities of scaling a family farm into an FDA-regulated business, sourcing high-quality herbs from trusted growers worldwide, and maintaining sustainability through recyclable packaging and plant-based formulations. She reflects on the Scott family’s pivotal decision to buy back the company in late 2025, returning leadership, restoring original formulas, and recommitting to transparency, community, and environmental stewardship. Along the way, listeners get a glimpse into daily life on the farm, tending animals, starting seeds for Colorado’s short growing season, and keeping the land at the heart of the business.

    This conversation highlights resilience, responsible growth, and the enduring connection between agriculture, wellness, and family enterprise.

    Website: AmericanFamilyFarmerShow.com
    Social Media: @GoodDayNetworks
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    20 m
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