In this episode of “Grazing,” we visit with Katie Dillon, agronomist for RC Owen – Redrying and Storage in Gallatin, Tennessee. Katie discusses how tobacco is an agricultural staple for our area and covers the importance of this special crop.
From left: Randy Sutherland, Caroline Huffines, Katie Dillon, and Clint Grubbs.
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Most everyone has a tradition around Christmas that is very special and near to their hearts, whether it’s a favorite dish, candy, listening to music, or a particular movie. The crew here discussed what they enjoy about Christmas and the things they sometimes dread! Kick back and enjoy this weeks Grazing podcast and Merry Christmas everyone!
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In this episode, we chat with Jeff Smith, the County Director and Extension Agent for Robertson Co. If you have a question about livestock, weed identification, or anything agriculture related, Jeff Smith is your guy.
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When it comes to Christmas tradition, do you prefer a live tree or artificial? Tune in as we discuss some facts about Christmas Trees and how they’re so special to us and our family. Also, Clint does his “fact or fiction” segment and Caroline provides us with the local Hen House news within the community.
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In this episode, Clint wanting to bring on a very special guest — his wife, Jordan Grubbs. Clint & Jordan discussed their journey of having an unmedicated “at home birth” and wanted to share their personal experience.
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On this episode, we chat with a gentlemen who is definitely qualified to deal with “turkey-related” issues here within the county: Kaleb Stratton, game warden with Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency (TWRA) for Robertson Co. Kaleb discusses turkeys, local critters, and provides insightful knowledge regarding what it takes to be a TWRA officer. Plus, Caroline gives us a little info on what’s happening locally and Clint ends the session with his “Fact of Fiction” segment.
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If you have ever been to the Springfield location of Robertson Cheatham Farmers Co-op to buy feed, you’ve probably run into Patrick “Peanut” Lee, a Robertson Cheatham employee. In this episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Peanut, learning about how he started the Co-op journey, and his broad knowledge regarding chickens. We also discuss poinsettias, cooking turkey, and the importance of Veteran’s Day. Lastly, Caroline gives us the Hen House scoop within the community and Clint closes with his famous “Fact or Fiction” segment.
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On this episode, Clint chats with Sheriff Mike Van Dyke and Detective Terry Morris regarding security measures for better protection of equipment and property in rural Robertson County. One system in particular is the SmartWater CSI traceable liquids that the Robertson Sheriff Department uses to deter theft. Fascinating stuff!
Finally, Caroline shares some local goodies and Clint finishes it off with his “Fact or Fiction” segment.”
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On today’s episode, we chat with Alex Van Der Hengst, the co-owner/president of sales for South Central Growers here in Springfield, Tennessee. SCG is part of the greenhouse, nursery, and floriculture production industry. Alex discusses his everyday activities, provides some background on the operation’s history, and talks about the plants they grow throughout the year.
Finally, Caroline shares some local goodies and Clint conducts his infamous “Fact or Fiction” segment.
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On today’s episode, we visit with Jeff Ayers, the caretaker and manager of Bellwood Cemetery, of Adams, Tennessee. Jeff shares his knowledge and some history of the infamous Bell Witch and how the stories of this creepy Tennessee legend have developed over the years.
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