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  • Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 94 | Organic Vodka Company Relocates from Russia to the Midwest

    Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 94 | Organic Vodka Company Relocates from Russia to the Midwest
    Jul 16 2025
    David Katz, founder of Zyr Vodka, discussed his 25-year journey in the vodka industry, starting in Russia and transitioning to the U.S. He highlighted the unique aspects of Zyr Vodka, made from organic winter wheat and rye, and distilled in Peoria, Illinois. The brand was significantly impacted by the Russia-Ukraine war, leading to a shift in production to the U.S. Zyr Vodka is distributed in about 30 states, with plans to expand. The brand emphasizes transparency, using no additives, and is certified organic and gluten-free.
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  • Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 93 | Training Veterans on Commercial Vertical Farming

    Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 93 | Training Veterans on Commercial Vertical Farming
    Apr 25 2025
    In today's show, we visit with Christopher Burnett, who is recently retired from the Marine Corps. His goal is to start a nonprofit indoor commercial vertical farm to train military veterans and their families on the latest tools, techniques, and technology driving the CEA/vertical farm market. He has a proposal with the GW Bush Presidential Center Stand To Veteran Leadership Program to open a nonprofit commercial farm in Hagerstown, MD to expose folks to hydro, aero, and aquaponic systems. Tune into the podcast to learn more.
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  • Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 92 | Arnusch Farms' Progressive Partnership with New Belgium Brewing

    Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 92 | Arnusch Farms' Progressive Partnership with New Belgium Brewing
    Mar 19 2025
    Mark Arnusch from Arnusch Farms in Keensburg, Colorado, discussed a new research collaboration with New Belgium Brewing, Montana State University, and Proximity Malts to test drought-tolerant barley varieties. The project aims to develop barley suitable for Northern Colorado's climate, focusing on resilience to water scarcity and heat. Arnusch Farms is testing three varieties on nine acres, with planting starting when soil temperatures reach 38 degrees and harvesting around mid-July. The project also includes observations from Montana State University and New Belgium Brewery In addition, Arnusch Farms was named Top Producer of the Year by Farm Journal for his innovative farming practices and community contributions.
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  • Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 91 | Josh Johnston, AgriGold Agronomist

    Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 91 | Josh Johnston, AgriGold Agronomist
    Feb 28 2025
    Natural elements in the air that used to provide sulfur to crops have changed with cleaner air initiatives. That means a lack of sulfur in the soil. Now, farmers are having to add it, and Josh Johnson, AgriGold Agronomist (based in Kentucky), talks about all things sulfer on today's show.
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  • Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 90 | AgTrax Technology for Grain Elevators

    Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 90 | AgTrax Technology for Grain Elevators
    Jan 17 2025
    In today’s episode, I host an AgTrax Technology Panel. We discuss the integration of Ag Trax ERP with strategic partners like Stone X Financial Inc., FCM Division, and Easy Automation. Gayle Lewis, President of Ag Trax, explained the evolution of their Enterprise Resource Planned (ERP) system, emphasizing its strength in commodity accounting. Don Konz from Stone X highlighted the benefits of their hedge management platform, Stone Hedge, which integrates with AgTrax to streamline grain purchasing and hedging processes. Brady Gaalswyk from Easy Automation, Inc. detailed their software's role in optimizing feed manufacturing. Michael Hinton, Director of Sales and Marketing at AgTrax, underscored the importance of collaboration among partners to enhance customer efficiency and satisfaction.
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  • Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 89 | Food as Medicine Movement

    Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 89 | Food as Medicine Movement
    Nov 21 2024
    The International Fresh Produce Association is rallying behind the Food as Medicine movement. Learn what Food and Medicine is in today's show with my guest, Mollie Van Lieu, Vice President of Nutrition and Health at the IFPA.
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  • Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 88 | Rabo Agr Finance Pistachio Trends Report

    Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 88 | Rabo Agr Finance Pistachio Trends Report
    Oct 24 2024
    On today's show, Rabobank's, Dr. David Magana talks with Lorrie about a recent report on one of the most popular snacks in the US- pistachos.
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  • Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 87 | Sober Cowboy

    Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 87 | Sober Cowboy
    Sep 13 2024
    Today's show focuses on Sober Cowboy, a non-profit organization created to provide community support to those in agriculture who are dealing with addictions.
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