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Beyond The Crops

Jena & MP bring a unique perspective to the world of agriculture, offering a blend of humor, heart, and wisdom honed from their combined years on the farm. With a deep passion for their families, their farms, and the communities they call home, these two farmwives delve into the daily triumphs and tribulations that come from rural living.

They discuss everything from the latest advancements in agriculture and the art of balancing family with farm duties to the time-honored traditions and recipes that make life on the farm so special. Their stories will make you laugh, tug at your heartstrings, and inspire you to see the beauty in the ordinary moments of life.

“Beyond The Crops” is not just a podcast for farmers; it’s for anyone who appreciates the enduring values of hard work, resilience, and the simple joys of living close to the land. Whether you’re an urban dweller curious about rural life or a fellow farm enthusiast, you’ll find something to love in the genuine and heartfelt conversations of Jena & MP.

Subscribe today and be a part of their journey as they cultivate a deeper appreciation for the remarkable world of agriculture.

Copyright: © 2023 Beyond The Crops

Latest Episodes:

How We Keep The Holidays Intentional + Holiday Gift Guide! (Ep 85) Nov 26, 2024

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Are you ready to transform your holiday season into a time of intention, connection, and joy? In this episode, we’re diving into meaningful gift-giving ideas that go beyond the material, focusing on thoughtful presents that foster connection, support small businesses, and bring joy to both the giver and the receiver.
From unique local finds to heartfelt handmade creations, we’ll explore how to create a more purposeful holiday experience for your loved ones. Tune in for inspiration to make this season one to truly remember!

🎁 Featured in this episode:

Intentional gift ideas for parents, grandparents, and kids
Supporting local and small businesses
Creating meaningful holiday traditions

Make your holiday gifting purposeful and impactful—one thoughtful present at a time!

Get The Gift Guide Here
Remember we launch new episodes every Tuesday.
Keep track of your family's farm journey through harvest and beyond. Get your own Grounded Journal today.
We’d love to hear your feedback on this episode and our farm safety series on our Instagram page @beyondthecrops_.
We’ve enjoyed connecting with so many of you over there. Let us know if you have any questions or things you’d like us to do a deeper dive on. See ya next time
Connect with us outside of the podcast @‌jenaochsner and @‌marypat.sass @‌beyondthecrops_

Harvest Highlights: Highs, Lows, and Lessons from the Field (Ep 84) Nov 19, 2024

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Harvest season is wrapping up, and we’re sitting down to share our reflections, wins, and lessons learned from the fields. And of course our favorite field meals of the season—think crockpot ribs, homemade rye bread Rubens, and Friday night steak traditions.

Plus, we reflect on our recent farm safety series and the importance of keeping these critical conversations going to protect what matters most: our people.

Join us for this casual, heartfelt harvest debrief as we celebrate the season’s hard work and look ahead to what’s next!

Remember we launch new episodes every Tuesday.
Keep track of your family's farm journey through harvest and beyond. Get your own Grounded Journal today.
We’d love to hear your feedback on this episode and our farm safety series on our Instagram page @beyondthecrops_.
We’ve enjoyed connecting with so many of you over there. Let us know if you have any questions or things you’d like us to do a deeper dive on. See ya next time
Connect with us outside of the podcast @‌jenaochsner and @‌marypat.sass @‌beyondthecrops_

Best Advice From Our Farm Safety Series (Ep 83) Nov 12, 2024

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Welcome back to Beyond the Crops. Today we want to take a moment to thank each and every one of our guests who came on during our farm safety series. We've compiled the advice from each of our interviewees to share with you today.
These are quick, hitting, and impactful pieces of advice from those who experienced farm accidents firsthand. Take this episode and listen to it, then share it with your loved ones. We truly believe everyone in our industry should give this episode a listen to be better prepared with practical tips for the future.
Remember we launch new episodes every Tuesday.
We’d love to hear your feedback on this episode and our farm safety series on our Instagram page @beyondthecrops_.
We’ve enjoyed connecting with so many of you over there. Let us know if you have any questions or things you’d like us to do a deeper dive on. See ya next time
Connect with us outside of the podcast @‌jenaochsner and @‌marypat.sass @‌beyondthecrops_

How to Get Through Tough Times on the Farm: Income Diversification Ways To Stay Resilient (Ep 82) Nov 05, 2024

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Join us for a special live episode of Beyond the Crops, recorded at Husker Harvest Days with FP Next podcast hosts Kurt Ahrens and Sarah McNaughton. In this live conversation, we dive into strategies for preparing farms for economic shifts, exploring ways to diversify operations and stay resilient in today’s evolving agricultural landscape.
Our first-ever live audience made this a memorable experience, and we’re excited to share it with you. Tune in for insights, stories, and practical advice to help farm families weather economic challenges with confidence.
Remember we launch new episodes every Tuesday.
We’d love to hear your feedback on this episode and our succession series on our Instagram page @beyondthecrops_.
We’ve enjoyed connecting with so many of you over there. Let us know if you have any questions or things you’d like us to do a deeper dive on. See ya next time
Connect with us outside of the podcast @‌jenaochsner and @‌marypat.sass @‌beyondthecrops_

Practical, Often Overlooked Farm Safety Tips from ER Nurse Katie Hammock (Ep 81) Oct 29, 2024

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Today, we’re bringing you a special interview sparked from a listener connection made in our DMs. Katie Hammock, an ER nurse and dairy farmer’s wife, reached out after tuning into our farm safety series, offering her insights as a farm safety educator.
Katie has a unique perspective on ag safety from her experiences in the ER and is passionate about sharing practical, often-overlooked safety tips that could make a big difference. In this episode, she shares stories, advice, and crucial safety practices to keep our farms and families safe.
* Here's a list of links for everything Katie mentioned in this episode to keep you prepared and safe on the farm:
Tourniquet: https://amzn.to/3zzl3Va

QuikClot: https://amzn.to/3Y8QCyi

Coban: https://amzn.to/3XNElhs

Whistle:https://amzn.to/4gWp4Ur

CPR Shield: https://amzn.to/3NboowP

Remember we launch new episodes every Tuesday.
We’d love to hear your feedback on this episode and our succession series on our Instagram page @beyondthecrops_.
We’ve enjoyed connecting with so many of you over there. Let us know if you have any questions or things you’d like us to do a deeper dive on. See ya next time
Connect with us outside of the podcast @‌jenaochsner and @‌marypat.sass @‌beyondthecrops_

80. Farm Safety is More Than Just a Checklist: Why Open Conversations About Complacency, Awareness, and Community Matter Oct 22, 2024

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Farm safety is more than just a checklist—it’s about protecting lives and fostering a culture of awareness in our communities. In this episode, Taylor Sjogren shares her personal story of her dad’s farm accident and why it’s so important to talk openly about safety.
We talk about the dangers of complacency, the need for increased awareness, and how preparing our kids and keeping safety top of mind can make all the difference.
Whether you're working on the farm or supporting those who do, this episode highlights the crucial role that conversations and community play in preventing accidents and saving lives
Remember we launch new episodes every Tuesday.
We’d love to hear your feedback on this episode and our succession series on our Instagram page @beyondthecrops_.
We’ve enjoyed connecting with so many of you over there. Let us know if you have any questions or things you’d like us to do a deeper dive on. See ya next time
Connect with us outside of the podcast @‌jenaochsner and @‌marypat.sass @‌beyondthecrops_

79. Miracle in the Grain Bin: Kayla Cowell Shares a Farm Accident Survival Story and Career Change Oct 15, 2024

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Thank you so much for tuning into our safety series so far. This week we're welcoming Kayla Cowell to Beyond The Crops as she shares the truly miraculous story of her father surviving a grain bin fall and how that was a huge factor in her pivoting her career path and choosing to come back to the family farm.
Remember we launch new episodes every Tuesday.
We’d love to hear your feedback on this episode and our succession series on our Instagram page @beyondthecrops_.
We’ve enjoyed connecting with so many of you over there. Let us know if you have any questions or things you’d like us to do a deeper dive on. See ya next time
Connect with us outside of the podcast @‌jenaochsner and @‌marypat.sass @‌beyondthecrops_

78. Navigating Post Accident Trauma: A Mother's Tale of Farm Safety Oct 08, 2024

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This week, we are bringing back our farm safety series. This is the first time that we're getting the perspective of a mom who had a child that was injured on their farm.
Katie's son got his hand stuck in a feed auger. And the story is pretty incredible. She shares how sometimes like the knowledge that the farmers have of the equipment can be very helpful in a situation where somebody has some sort of limb or some sort of injury. And that was very true in this case, and they were able to actually save her son's hand because of the knowledge that the farmers had.
Katie also talks about how she did get to a point where she needed therapy and she prioritized her mental health.
Remember we launch new episodes every Tuesday.
We’d love to hear your feedback on this episode and our succession series on our Instagram page @beyondthecrops_.
We’ve enjoyed connecting with so many of you over there. Let us know if you have any questions or things you’d like us to do a deeper dive on. See ya next time
Connect with us outside of the podcast @‌jenaochsner and @‌marypat.sass @‌beyondthecrops_

77. From Farm Shows to Harvest: A Busy Season Recap Oct 01, 2024

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In this episode of Beyond the Crops, we are taking a break from our farm safety series to catch up on some recent events and share personal updates.
We discuss our experiences at the Farm Progress Show and Husker Harvest Days, including a live podcast and panel discussions. We also dive into the Farm Wives Club event organized by Kylie Epperson, emphasizing the importance of community and support among women in agriculture.
This episode covers our current harvest experiences, challenges with yield due to weather, and of course our dedication to prioritizing our mental and physical health during this busy season.
Remember we launch new episodes every Tuesday.
We’d love to hear your feedback on this episode and our succession series on our Instagram page @beyondthecrops_.
We’ve enjoyed connecting with so many of you over there. Let us know if you have any questions or things you’d like us to do a deeper dive on. See ya next time
Connect with us outside of the podcast @‌jenaochsner and @‌marypat.sass @‌beyondthecrops_

76. Honoring Kyle: A Story of Grain Entrapment and Family Resilience {Farm Safety Series} Sep 24, 2024

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As part of National Farm Safety Week from September 15th to the 21st, we are continuing our farm safety series. This series bring on different farm families to share their real-life experiences to raise awareness about farm dangers, help other agricultural families prepare, and offer support after accidents.
In this powerful and emotional episode, we sit down with Madi Kerr, a young woman from a multi-generational Indiana farm, to share a story of unimaginable loss and resilience. Maddie recounts the tragic day her family lost her brother, Kyle, in a grain entrapment accident at just 13 years old. With heartfelt honesty, Madi opens up about the impact of that day, the strength of her family, and the role their tight-knit community played in supporting them during their darkest time.
This episode is a sobering reminder of the importance of farm safety and the enduring power of family and community in the face of tragedy. If even one farm family learns from Kyle's story, Madi's bravery in sharing will have made a lasting difference. Tune in to hear this moving conversation about loss, love, and how farm life continues in the face of unimaginable grief.

Listen, learn, and honor Kyle’s legacy with us.
Remember we launch new episodes every Tuesday.
We’d love to hear your feedback on this episode and our succession series on our Instagram page @beyondthecrops_.
We’ve enjoyed connecting with so many of you over there. Let us know if you have any questions or things you’d like us to do a deeper dive on. See ya next time
Connect with us outside of the podcast @‌jenaochsner and @‌marypat.sass @‌beyondthecrops_

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