Episodes

Monday May 20, 2024
Hay production with Dr. Chris Teutsch
Monday May 20, 2024
Monday May 20, 2024
Intro for show E113
Hello everybody! And welcome to Kentucky Ag Matters, a podcast designed to inform and educate both producers and consumers about all matters affecting Agriculture. On this week’s show we visit with Dr. Chris Teutsch, Extension Forage Specialist with the University of Kentucky to discuss Hay Production and Summer Annuals. And as always, we will wrap things up with this week’s Timely Tip. Thanks so much for joining us and we hope you enjoy the show!
Podcast Outline for show E113
Welcome to the show!
This week your hosts will discuss: Hay Production and summer annuals.
Timely Tip: Know the correct time to harvest your hay crop to achieve optimal quality AND maximum yield.
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Special thanks to our host’s for this week’s information and thanks to our listeners for joining in. We hope you have enjoyed our show and will make plans to join us again next week for our next episode. And until then remember…
Kentucky Ag Matters!!!

Monday May 13, 2024
Spring Update 2024!
Monday May 13, 2024
Monday May 13, 2024
Intro for show E112
Hello everybody! And welcome to Kentucky Ag Matters, a podcast designed to inform and educate both producers and consumers about all matters affecting Agriculture. On this week’s show we discuss this Spring’s progress for area row crops, as well as an update on area forages and livestock. And as always, we will wrap things up with this week’s Timely Tip. Thanks so much for joining us and we hope you enjoy the show!
Podcast Outline for show E112
Welcome to the show!
This week your hosts will discuss: Spring Progress 2024.
Timely Tip: Be mindful of large, slow-moving equipment on the roadways! Always be patient and courteous when sharing the road with any large implements.
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Special thanks to our host’s for this week’s information and thanks to our listeners for joining in. We hope you have enjoyed our show and will make plans to join us again next week for our next episode. And until then remember…
Kentucky Ag Matters!!!

Monday May 06, 2024
Fall Renovations with Ray Smith
Monday May 06, 2024
Monday May 06, 2024
Intro for show E111
Hello everybody! And welcome to Kentucky Ag Matters, a podcast designed to inform and educate both producers and consumers about all matters affecting Agriculture. On this week’s show we visit with Dr. Ray Smith, Extension Forage Specialist with the University of Kentucky. And as always, we will wrap things up with this week’s Timely Tip. Thanks so much for joining us and we hope you enjoy the show!
Podcast Outline for show E111
Welcome to the show!
This week your hosts will discuss: Extension Forage Programs.
Timely Tip: Soil test now for Fall Pasture renovation. Now is the time to correct any ph issues with an adequate lime application prior to Fall renovations.
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Special thanks to Dr. Smith for this week’s information and thanks to our listeners for joining in. We hope you have enjoyed our show and will make plans to join us again next week for our next episode. And until then remember…
Kentucky Ag Matters!!!

Monday Apr 29, 2024
Hort Hints with Andy Rideout!
Monday Apr 29, 2024
Monday Apr 29, 2024
Intro for show E110
Hello everybody! And welcome to Kentucky Ag Matters, a podcast designed to inform and educate both producers and consumers about all matters affecting Agriculture. On this week’s show we visit with Andy Rideout, Horticulture Agent in Henderson County, Kentucky. And as always, we will wrap things up with this week’s Timely Tip. Thanks so much for joining us and we hope you enjoy the show!
Podcast Outline for show E110
Welcome to the show!
This week your hosts will discuss: the Spring Vegetable Garden.
Timely Tip: Preventing Pest issues is much easier than addressing them after they’re a problem, Now is the time to consider using BT sprays or possibly row covers as a barrier to invading insects. These are both natural ways of controlling insects and reducing chemical pesticide use.
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Special thanks to Andy for this week’s information and thanks to our listeners for joining in. We hope you have enjoyed our show and will make plans to join us again next week for our next episode. And until then remember
Kentucky Ag Matters!!!

Monday Apr 22, 2024
Soybean diseases with Dr. Carl Bradley
Monday Apr 22, 2024
Monday Apr 22, 2024
Intro for show E109
Hello everybody! And welcome to Kentucky Ag Matters, a podcast designed to inform and educate both producers and consumers about all matters affecting Agriculture. On this week’s show we visit with Dr. Carl Bradley, Extension Plant Pathologist with the University of Kentucky. And as always, we will wrap things up with this week’s Timely Tip. Thanks so much for joining us and we hope you enjoy the show!
Podcast Outline for show E109
Welcome to the show!
This week your hosts will discuss: Soybean diseases.
Timely Tip: Take the time to familiarize yourself with all stages of disease cycles that you may see in your area.
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Special thanks to Carl for this week’s information and thanks to our listeners for joining in. We hope you have enjoyed our show and will make plans to join us again next week for our next episode. And until then remember
Kentucky Ag Matters!!!

Monday Apr 15, 2024
Grain Market Outlook with Grant Gardner
Monday Apr 15, 2024
Monday Apr 15, 2024
Intro for show E108
Hello everybody! And welcome to Kentucky Ag Matters, a podcast designed to inform and educate both producers and consumers about all matters affecting Agriculture. On this week’s show we visit with Dr. Grant Gardner, Ag Economist with the University of Kentucky. And as always, we will wrap things up with this week’s Timely Tip. Thanks so much for joining us and we hope you enjoy the show!
Podcast Outline for show E 108
Welcome to the show!
This week your hosts will discuss: Economic Outlook for Kentucky Grain Crops.
Timely Tip: With the current uncertainties in the market, It’s a good time to keep an eye on variable costs and focus on expenses that we can control.
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Special thanks to Grant for this week’s information and thanks to our listeners for joining in. We hope you have enjoyed our show and will make plans to join us again next week for our next episode. And until then remember
Kentucky Ag Matters!!!

Monday Apr 08, 2024
Kentucky Corn Grower's Association with Josh Lancaster
Monday Apr 08, 2024
Monday Apr 08, 2024
Intro for show E9
Hello everybody! And welcome to Kentucky Ag Matters, a podcast designed to inform and educate both producers and consumers about all matters affecting Agriculture. On this week’s show we visit with Josh Lancaster, President of the Kentucky Corn Growers Association. And as always, we will wrap things up with this week’s Timely Tip. Thanks so much for joining us and we hope you enjoy the show!
Podcast Outline for show E 10
Welcome to the show!
This week your hosts will discuss: Grain Production in Kentucky.
Timely Tip: Road safety.
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Special thanks to Josh for this week’s information and thanks to our listeners for joining in. We hope you have enjoyed our show and will make plans to join us again next week for our next episode. And until then remember
Kentucky Ag Matters!!!

Monday Apr 01, 2024
Weed Control Options for 2024
Monday Apr 01, 2024
Monday Apr 01, 2024
Intro for show E106
Hello everybody! And welcome to Kentucky Ag Matters, a podcast designed to inform and educate both producers and consumers about all matters affecting Agriculture. On this week’s show we visit with Dr. Travis Legleiter, Extension Weeds Specialist with the University of Kentucky. And as always, we will wrap things up with this week’s Timely Tip. Thanks so much for joining us and we hope you enjoy the show!
Podcast Outline for show E106
Welcome to the show!
This week your hosts will discuss: 2024 Weed Control Options.
Timely Tip: Be prepared for product shortages of some post-applied products and have a backup plan ready if needed. Remember to use residual products to help with season long control.
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Special thanks to Travis for this week’s information and thanks to our listeners for joining in. We hope you have enjoyed our show and will make plans to join us again next week for our next episode. And until then remember
Kentucky Ag Matters!!!

Monday Mar 25, 2024
Commodity Marketing with Fran McCall
Monday Mar 25, 2024
Monday Mar 25, 2024
Intro for show E105
Hello everybody! And welcome to Kentucky Ag Matters, a podcast designed to inform and educate both producers and consumers about all matters affecting Agriculture. On this week’s show we visit with Fran McCall, Commodity Specialist with Kentucky Farm Bureau. And as always, we will wrap things up with this week’s Timely Tip. Thanks so much for joining us and we hope you enjoy the show!
Podcast Outline for show E105
Welcome to the show!
This week your hosts will discuss: Commodity marketing in Kentucky related to Fruits, Vegetables, and Kentucky’s Certified Farm Market Program.
Timely Tip: Support your local Farmer’s Markets!
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Special thanks to Fran for this week’s information and thanks to our listeners for joining in. We hope you have enjoyed our show and will make plans to join us again next week for our next episode. And until then remember
Kentucky Ag Matters!!!

Monday Mar 18, 2024
KY Farm Bureau 2nd Vice President Larry Clark
Monday Mar 18, 2024
Monday Mar 18, 2024
Intro for show E104
Hello everybody! And welcome to Kentucky Ag Matters, a podcast designed to inform and educate both producers and consumers about all matters affecting Agriculture. On this week’s show we visit with Larry Clark, 2nd Vice President of Kentucky Farm Bureau. And as always, we will wrap things up with this week’s Timely Tip. Thanks so much for joining us and we hope you enjoy the show!
Podcast Outline for show E104
Welcome to the show!
This week your hosts will discuss: Farm Bureau Leadership in Kentucky
Timely Tip: Be an Advocate for Local Agriculture
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Special thanks to Mr. Clark for this week’s information and thanks to our listeners for joining in. We hope you have enjoyed our show and will make plans to join us again next week for our next episode. And until then remember
Kentucky Ag Matters!!!