Episodios

  • Turning A Farm Organic

    Turning A Farm Organic
    Oct 1 2025
    Doug welcomes Julia Barton, a passionate organic grower and the driving force behind Octagon Acres and Northridge Blueberries & Chestnuts in Conneaut, Ohio. Julia and her family raise heritage Soay and American Jacob sheep, grow certified-organic vegetables and seedlings, and invite visitors to experience pick-your-own blueberries and chestnuts along the beautiful Lake Erie shoreline.

    Beyond her own farms, Julia is the Farmer Services Director at the Organic Farmers Association, where she champions policies that strengthen and support certified organic producers nationwide. With a background in environmental science and rural sociology, Julia brings a unique perspective on sustainable food systems and the challenges—and rewards—of organic farming.

    Tune in as Doug and Julia talk about transitioning farms to organic certification, the joys of heritage breeds, and how local food systems can thrive when farmers and communities work together. Visit Northridge Blueberries to learn more.

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    19 m
  • The Autumn Harvest

    The Autumn Harvest
    Oct 1 2025
    Host and American Family Farmer, Doug Stephan www.eastleighfarm.com shares why he created the American Family Farmer program before jumping into the news affecting family farmers, beginning with the news that farmers and the Autumn harvest are worried about low crop prices, the trade wars and what tariffs are doing to their livelihood. It’s lead to a lot of farm-state law makers are putting pressure on President Trump to offer economic aide for farmers by the end of the year.

    Then, Doug breaks down challenges for the pork industry, the American market, and the need to align with the entire value chain along with packers.

    Lastly, Doug shares the story of 6 workers on a dairy farm being killed from cow manure. Here’s the thing, that’s not what actually happened. Doug uses this story to point out the danger of people only looking at a headline and not reading a full article. Doug breaks down the facts of the story and why not all news sources are reputable.

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    17 m
  • Guardians Farm: A Veteran-Owned Dairy With Heart

    Guardians Farm: A Veteran-Owned Dairy With Heart
    Sep 24 2025
    Step onto Connecticut’s only veteran-owned dairy farm, where every drop of milk is lightly processed, vat-pasteurized, and bottled right on the property. Guardians Farm in scenic Southbury is the passion project of David Buck, a retired U.S. Coast Guard Maritime Enforcement Specialist and former K9 officer, and his wife Tamra French, an active K9 officer. Together, they’re first-generation dairy farmers on a mission to produce clean, nutrient-rich milk while caring for the land through regenerative practices.

    Meet their beloved herd—Holsteins, Jerseys, and Brown Swiss—and learn how each breed contributes its own rich flavor and butterfat magic. From calf cuddles and goat snuggles to a welcoming farm stand stocked with minimally processed dairy, every visit lets you see (and taste!) where your milk comes from.

    Discover how David and Tamra nurture future generations of cows with group-raised calves, selective genetics, and zero-chemical fields. Whether you’re savoring their fresh milk, booking a weekend cuddle session, or simply curious about sustainable farming, Guardians Farm offers an unforgettable, hands-on experience.

    📍 Visit: Saturdays & Sundays 11 AM–3 PM, Wednesdays 3–6 PM
    🌐 Order online: GuardiansFarmDairy.com | Pickup & delivery 7 days a week
    📞 Call: (203) 906-6372


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    19 m
  • Growing Up On the Farm

    Growing Up On the Farm
    Sep 24 2025
    Host and American Family Farmer, Doug Stephan www.eastleighfarm.com shares why he created the American Family Farmer program before jumping into the news affecting family farmers, beginning with the news of prices for dairy going down, while production has surged, and cheese exports are on the rise.

    Then, Doug goes over the numbers of who owns what farms — family farms comprise 95% of all U.S. farms.

    Shifting focus, Doug opines on people who grew up on the farm, but moved away, and wish they could go back to being on the farm. This also points at how many family farmers have secondary jobs to help keep things afloat, and the disgusting reality that a majority of people, especially of new farmers, can’t make a living solely working on and running their farm. This brings back a common question, “Is farming really worth it?” Doug references his conversation with David Buck of Guardians Dairy, an insightful conversation which you can hear HERE.

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    18 m
  • Need Help With Your Organic Garden?

    Need Help With Your Organic Garden?
    Sep 17 2025
    Meet Grant Guidroz, one half of the husband-and-wife team behind FullnessFarm.com, a thriving organic farm in the heart of Baton Rouge. Since 2015, they’ve been on a mission to grow nutrient-dense vegetables, herbs, and edible flowers—without synthetic fertilizers, herbicides, or pesticides—and share the harvest through their popular CSA and the Red Stick Farmers Market.

    In this episode of American Family Farmer, you’ll hear how the Guidroz family built Fullness Farm from the ground up, why soil health matters for both flavor and nutrition, and how they help neighbors turn backyards into productive organic gardens. From custom garden design to hands-on consultations, Grant and Allison, his wife, show that anyone can cultivate fresh, seasonal food right outside their door while keeping every food dollar local.

    Tune in to learn how community-supported agriculture works, discover tips for starting your own organic garden, and get inspired by a family whose passion for sustainable farming is bringing true “fullness” to Baton Rouge and beyond.

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    19 m
  • Protecting the Food Supply

    Protecting the Food Supply
    Sep 17 2025
    Host and American Family Farmer, Doug Stephan www.eastleighfarm.com shares why he created the American Family Farmer program before jumping into the news affecting family farmers, beginning with the news the USDA will no longer use tax payer dollars to fund solar panels on productive farm land, the need to support farmers and protect the food supply, and the latest updates on the Big Beautiful Bill and how it will affect American family farmers. Next up, to address rising land costs, the USDA is going to reform the FSA and the rural loan programs to better access credit. Lastly, Doug shares a postcard he recently received to his farm from an anonymous sender — using name calling tactics and false accusations against Doug’s political stance. Doug breaks the whole message down and openly addresses each of the sender’s points.


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    18 m
  • You Say Potato, I Say Potato

    You Say Potato, I Say Potato
    Sep 10 2025
    This week, Doug Stephan (EastleighFarm.com) welcomes Andrew Mickelson, sixth-generation Idaho farmer and Chief Technology Officer at Mickelsen Farms (MickelsenFarms.com), one of the region’s largest potato producers.

    The Mickelsen family has been growing potatoes and grains for generations, building a legacy rooted in hard work, innovation, and community. Andrew shares insights into the family’s diverse operations — from growing Russet Burbank and Norkotah potatoes for the fresh market, to producing seed potatoes under Yellowstone Seed, to packing and processing through Rigby Produce and Potato Products of Idaho.

    In addition to running day-to-day farm operations, Andrew is also a strong advocate for the Right to Repair movement, pushing for farmers to have access to the tools and diagnostic codes needed to fix their own equipment.

    His leadership highlights how family farmers are not just feeding America, but also shaping the future of agriculture.

    Tune in to hear Andrew’s story of family, advocacy, and the technology that keeps America’s farms thriving.


    Website: AmericanFamilyFarmerShow.com
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    19 m
  • Wolves Don't Like AC/DC

    Wolves Don't Like AC/DC
    Sep 10 2025
    Host and American Family Farmer, Doug Stephan www.eastleighfarm.com shares why he created the American Family Farmer program before jumping into the news affecting family farmers, beginning with a story from Florida and how farmers are plowing over perfectly good tomatoes as the tariff policies are costing prices to go down.

    The latest on how the I.C.E. raids are affecting small farmers. Then, the problem in most parts of the U.S. with attacks on cattle by wolves and coyotes.

    Apparently, there are drones being used to deter the wolves in order to protect the cattle — and the drones are blasting AC/DC music to chase the wolves and coyotes away.

    Next up, Doug thinks about the problems that keep coming up with getting fresh vegetables and having a source, and how many are thinking about starting their own vegetable garden.

    Doug also shares information on the agri-hood he’s developing.


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    18 m