Perennial AF

Q&A With "Braiding Sweetgrass" Author Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer - PFG 2023 Dec 15, 2023

Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer, ecologist and author of "Braiding Sweetgrass" and "Gathering Moss", answers questions from the audience of our 2023 Perennial Farm Gathering. Moderated by author and Leopold scholar Curt Meine.

"You Should Consider Maple Syrup Production" - with Tony Johnson Dec 01, 2023

Wisconsin Extension forestry specialist Tony Johnson discusses how maple syrup production can open doors for other agroforestry enterprises, and how Wisconsin woodland owners can get started. Plus, Scott Brainard and Eliza Greenman describe the benefits of persimmons as an agroforestry crop.

Show notes at www.savannainstitute.org/perennialaf

Choosing the Right Livestock with Cherrie Nolden Nov 15, 2023

Goats, sheep, cattle, hogs, horses, and fowl all have different diets, behavior, and impacts on the land. Choosing the right type of livestock for you and your farm is key to success. Wisconsin farmer and researcher Cherrie Nolden discusses the strenghts, weaknesses, and needs of different types of livestock in this recording from the 2022 Perennial Farm Gathering.

Show notes: www.savannainstitute.org/perennialaf

"What Would It Look Like?" - Introduction to Agroforestry with the Field Notes Podcast Nov 01, 2023

Host Jacob Grace and Eric Wolske of Canopy Farm Management join Will Fulwider and Michael Geissinger, hosts of the Field Notes podcast from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension, to answer questions that Wisconsin crop farmers might have about agroforestry.

Show notes at: https://www.savannainstitute.org/perennialaf

Field Notes podcast: https://cropsandsoils.extension.wisc.edu/field-notes-podcast/

"My Dad and I Are Both Stubborn..." Generational Dynamics with Jacob Marty Oct 15, 2023

Jacob Marty reflects on how his relationship with his father has shaped the dynamics on their sixth generation family farm in southern Wisconsin in this recording from the 2017 Perennial Farm Gathering.

Show notes at https://www.savannainstitute.org/perennial-af-generational-dynamics-with-jacob-marty/

Tree Crop Improvement Research with Scott Brainard Oct 01, 2023

Scott Brainard, a plant breeding specialist working for the Savanna Institute, gives an overview of the institute's goals and strategies for breeding more productive and resilient tree crop varieties.

Show notes at https://www.savannainstitute.org/perennialaf/

“Embrace the Chaos” - Dayna Burtness, Beth Dooley, Eliza Greenman, and Anna Lappé Sep 15, 2023

In this recording from our 2021 Perennial Farm Gathering, farmer Dayna Burtness moderates an online panel conversation with cookbook author Beth Dooley, orchardist and historical horticulturist Eliza Greenman, and author and food justice advocate Anna Lappé.

Hear more at https://www.youtube.com/@SavannaInstitute

“The Benefits of Silvopasture Are Endless” - Farm Tour with Erik Hagan and Michael Dolan Sep 01, 2023

A recording of our July 27th, 2023 pasture walk at the Spring Green Campus with farm director Erik Hagan and farmer Michael Dolan. Erik and Michael share lessons learned and compare "silvopasture by addition" and "silvopasture by subtraction".

Show notes at https://www.savannainstitute.org/perennialaf/

Building an Agroforestry Business with Austin Unruh Aug 15, 2023

Austin Unruh, owner of Trees for Graziers and author of "The Grazier’s Guide to Trees", tells the story of how he started his agroforestry business in southeastern Pennsylvania and shares the advice he wished he had gotten as a beginning agroforestry entrepreneur in this recording from our 2022 Perennial Farm Gathering.

You can learn more about Austin and his work at https://treesforgraziers.com/

“It’s Better To Learn From Other People’s Mistakes” - with Kathy Dice and Tom Wahl of Red Fern Farm Aug 01, 2023

Kathy Dice and Tom Wahl of Red Fern Farm in southeastern Iowa have been practicing agroforestry for decades. In July, podcast host Jacob Grace visited Red Fern Farm to ask Tom and Kathy what they see as the three biggest agroforestry mistakes people can make, learn what their most profitable tree crops are, and explore their established, profitable, and highy diverse agroforestry system.

Show notes and more at www.savannainstitute.org/perennialaf

Black Currants: From Farm to Flavor, a Once-Forbidden Fruit Jul 15, 2023

This mini-episode features voices from our 2021 black currant tasting event: farmers Kevin Wolz and Erin Schneider and chefs Odessa Piper and Colton Schara. You can learn more about growing and marketing black currants at https://www.savannainstitute.org/blackcurrants/

Coppice Agroforestry with Mark Krawczyk Jul 01, 2023

Exerpts from Mark Krawczyk's presentation at the 2022 Perennial Farm Gathering, drawing from Mark's new book, "Coppice Agroforestry". Mark provides an overview of techniques and tree crops for coppicing, or "the ancient practice of resprout silviculture" - cutting off trees to make them resprout and regrow in useful ways. More at https://www.savannainstitute.org/perennialaf/.

"Fearless Farm Finances" with Paul Dietmann and The Cutting Edge Podcast Jun 01, 2023

Paul Dietmann, Senior Lending Officer for Compeer Financial’s Emerging Markets program, talks with host Jacob Grace and with Steffen Mirsky from the UW-Madison Division of Extension's Emerging Crops program and co-host of The Cutting Edge Podcast. Paul has worked for many years helping farmers and landowners find ways to finance new crops or emerging practices like agroforestry.

Fearless Farm Finances, a book by Paul Dietmann and colleagues

The Cutting Edge Podcast, hosted by UW-Madison Division of Extension's Emerging Crops Program

Thick as Thieves with Samantha Bosco May 15, 2023

Excerpts from Dr. Samantha Bosco's presentation at the 2022 Perennial Farm Gathering, entitled "Thick as Thieves: A social ecology of nucivery in a more-than-human world". Dr. Bosco's presentation covers a wide range of topics, from the influence of foraging animals' personalities on forest composition to the non-binary nature of agroforestry and its connections to social justice and queerness in nature. You can hear the full presentation at https://www.savannainstitute.org/perennial-farm-gathering/

The Institute’s Roots with Keefe Keeley & Kevin Wolz May 01, 2023

To commemorate the Savanna Institute’s 10th anniversary this year, Kevin Wolz and Keefe Keeley recall the early days of the Savanna Institute, including Kevin’s role as a founding member of the first board of directors and Keefe’s role as the organization’s first employee (and first executive director). More at https://www.savannainstitute.org/perennialaf/

Virtual Fence, and “The Artist’s Way” for Agroforesters Apr 15, 2023

Meghan Filbert discusses virtual fence technology in a recording from our most recent Perennial Farm Gathering, and staff member Bill Davison reads an essay he wrote about how the book "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron has influenced his thinking about farming and agroforestry.

Show notes at savannainstitute.org/perennialaf/

Grazing on Solar Farms, Mobilizing Goats, and Finding Farm Dogs – with Aaron Steele Apr 02, 2023

Aaron Steele is an Iowa farmer and entrepreneur, owner of Goats On The Go®, Sheep on the Go®, and host of the Farm Dog podcast. In this episode, Aaron describes why he started his business and his podcast, and discusses what he sees for the future of grazing on solar farms.

Show notes and links at https://www.savannainstitute.org/perennialaf

Farm Dog podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/farm-dog/id1573646688

New Forest Farm Tour with Mark Shepard Mar 15, 2023

An audio tour of agroforestry and perennial farming systems at New Forest Farm in southwestern Wisconsin with farmer Mark Shepard, author of "Restoration Agriculture".

Shower Goats and Arctic Kiwis - with Xinyuan Shi Mar 01, 2023

Savanna Institute Research Fellow Xinyuan Shi describes her time as an Agroforestry Apprentice and talks about her current research on silvopasture and multifunctional agroforestry buffers. We also share a teaser for the Agroforestry Podcast, hosted by the Center for Agroforestry.

Show notes: https://www.savannainstitute.org/perennialaf/

“Perennial Dreams and Realities” - Keynote by Dr. Ricardo Salvador, 2022 Perennial Farm Gathering Feb 15, 2023

A recording of Dr. Ricardo Salvador's keynote presentation to the 2022 Perennial Farm Gathering, "Perennial Dreams and Realities", which draws on Dr. Salvador's decades of experience working with scientists, farmers, and policymakers. Dr. Salvador has spent much of his career working in Iowa, and now serves as the director of the Food and Environment Program at the Union of Concerned Scientists. Show notes at https://www.savannainstitute.org/perennialaf/

How NOT to Start a Farm - with Marie Raboin Feb 01, 2023

Marie Raboin is a beginning farmer in southern Wisconsin who has already learned a lot from her first few years of raising livestock and tree crops. In this episode, host Jacob Grace visits Marie to see how many of his farm dreams can withstand her scrutiny.

The Climate Conversation with Keefe Keeley, Tucker Gretebeck, and the Environmental and Energy Study Institute Jan 15, 2023

This episode is a collaboration with The Climate Conversation podcast, which is produced by the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI). Hosts Dan Bresette and Emma Johnson interviewed Keefe Keeley, Savanna Institute's executive director, and Tucker Gretebeck, an organic dairy farmer, about how they got into agroforestry and what they're hoping to see in this year's Farm Bill. You can learn more and listen to the full episode at EESI's website, www.eesi.org.

Partnering for Agroforestry, Part II: Nettle Valley Farm, Southern Ohio Chestnut Company, and Delight Flower Farm Dec 15, 2022

Agroforestry can be tough to do on your own. This episode features interviews from our "Partnering for Agroforestry" series about successful partnerships that have made agroforestry possible. As farmer Dayna Burtness says, “We don’t all have to do it alone. That’s the way of the past!” You can see the full video series at https://www.savannainstitute.org/partnering/

"Is This Really A Dairy Farm?" - Ask-a-Farmer with Greg Galbraith Dec 01, 2022

Greg Galbraith, a retired Wisconsin organic dairy farmer turned podcaster, answers questions from listeners and tells some stories about his time as a farmer. Show notes available at https://www.savannainstitute.org/perennialaf/

Cooking with Perennial Ingredients - Beth Dooley, Linda Hezel, Rick Mullins, & Taylor Neff Nov 15, 2022

As we enter the holiday season, many of us begin thinking about food and cooking - and what to do with perennial crops as they go from farm to kitchen. In this recorded webinar from January 2022, we hear a conversation between cookbook author Beth Dooley, farmer Linda Hezel, chef Rick Mullins, and agroforestry apprentice Taylor Neff. We hope this episode will inspire you to “go get some really good food and cook!”

“Why Do Farmers Wear Overalls?” - Farmers answer commonly Googled questions about farming Oct 01, 2022

In this episode, Marie Raboin of Brix Cider, Jacob Marty of Green Fire Farm, and Thelma Heidel-Baker of Bossie Cow Farm answer some of Google's top questions about farmers and farming. You'll never think about overalls the same way again!

Show notes at https://www.savannainstitute.org/perennialaf/

Agriculture as a Climate Solution: Just Add Trees Sep 15, 2022

Keefe Keeley and Barbara Decré discuss agroforestry as a natural climate solution in a recorded webinar for the Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts, and Letters.

Learn more about Climate Fast Forward, Oct. 17th, 2022: https://www.wisconsinacademy.org/climate-fast-forward-2022

“You'll Be Stuck Raising Vegetables!” - with Bill Davison Sep 01, 2022

Savanna Institute staff member Bill Davison answers questions from listeners and shares some of his favorite podcasts, books, and perspectives for succeeding with agroforestry.

Partnering for Agroforestry, Part I: All Seasons Farm, Organic Compound, and Silverwood Park Aug 15, 2022

This episode features voices from our Partnering for Agroforestry series: All Seasons Farm, Organic Compound, and Silverwood Park. Learn more about these partnerships on our YouTube channel and at https://www.savannainstitute.org/partnering/

"The Indiana Jones of Agroforestry" with Eliza Greenman Aug 01, 2022

Eliza Greenman is a farmer, "fruit explorer", and Savanna Institute staff member based in Virginia. In this episode, she answers questions from listeners, plays a round of agroforestry would-you-rathers, and talks about her latest agroforestry work.

"Why Are We Still Using Old AF Technology?" - with Eric Wolske Jul 15, 2022

Eric Wolske is an experienced agroforestry researcher with a fondness for "booze crops" and an interest in modernizing agroforestry equipment and machinery. In this episode, Eric answers questions submitted by listeners and talks about his new role with Canopy Farm Management in Illinois.

Welcome to Perennial AF! Jul 14, 2022

The Savanna Institute's newly rebranded podcast and blog about perennial agroforestry (AF) features interviews, questions from listeners, inside jokes, and more. Subscribe to Perennial AF to hear real AF conversations with some of the Midwest's top agroforesters and perennial farmers!

More at https://www.savannainstitute.org/perennialAF

Profitable Berry Crops for the Upper Midwest - Blue Fruit Farm webinar with Jim Riddle Apr 15, 2022

Jim Riddle has been an organic farmer, gardener, inspector, educator, policy analyst, author, and speaker for more than 35 years. Jim co-owns and operates Blue Fruit Farm near Winona, Minnesota, where he and his wife Joyce Ford grow blueberries, black currants, elderberries, aronia berries, honeyberries and more. Jim has a wealth of knowledge about organic berry production, and in this podcast episode, he shares his advice for growing and direct marketing fresh berries as well as processed fruit products.

Episode links:

Blue Fruit Farm: www.bluefruitfarm.com Savanna Institute: www.savannainstitute.org Grassland 2.0: www.grasslandag.org Uncommon Fruits for Every Garden - Lee Reich, 2004 Grow Fruit Naturally - Lee Reich, 2012 www.organicfruitgrowers.org Organic fruit grower's association honeyberryusa.com www.misa.umn.edu/publications/perennialfruit Perennial Fruit - new, unusual, and unique crops for northern climates

"How Grouchy Would They Be?" - Ask an Agroforester with Matt Wilson Mar 15, 2022

Matt Wilson, our Wisconsin agroforestry technical service provider, answers questions we've received online and plays a round of agroforestry would-you-rathers.

"I've Learned Fifty Ways to Kill a Tree" - Ask an Agroforester with Kaitie Adams Feb 18, 2022

Savanna Institute's Illinois Community Agroforester, Kaitie Adams, answers questions we've received online and plays a round of agroforestry would-you-rathers.

“You Should Have Elderberries in Your Life!” - Terry Durham and Chris Patton Nov 15, 2021

Learn everything you ever wanted to know about elderberries in this episode! Featuring elderberry experts Terry Durham of River Hills Harvest and Chris Patton of the Midwest Elderberry Cooperative, this recorded conversation takes you through the benefits of elderberries and how to grow, harvest, process, and market them in the Midwest. Click here to learn more about Terry's work with River Hills Harvest and Chris's work with the Midwest Elderberry Cooperative.

This episode is supported by Grassland 2.0.

Greg Judy: "We Converted a Vegetarian..." Aug 31, 2021

Greg Judy is a Missouri farmer, author, and role model for many aspiring agroforesters and livestock farmers. This episode features Greg's keynote presentation at our 2018 Perennial Farm Gathering, which includes a whirlwind tour of his farm operation, the story of how he became interested in agroforestry, and a glimpse into the mindset that led Greg to question many of the assumptions he once made about farming.

You can learn more about Greg Judy and his work at http://greenpasturesfarm.net/

Eliza Greenman: "I Want to Haunt an Orchard Someday" Jul 31, 2021

Eliza Greenman is an orchardist and fruit explorer who is enthusiastic about incorporating livestock into orchards. This episode features a recording of her presentation at the Savanna Institute's 2019 Perennial Farm Gathering, in which she describes how she became obsessed with managing orchards and finding rare tree varieties, her plans to haunt an orchard someday, and what it's like to own the oldest pig in the world.

You can learn more about Eliza's work at hogtree.com.

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