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The Co-op Feeds Podcast
If you like to follow all things related to animal agriculture, then this is the podcast for you. Tune in for expert news with our special guest and coverage of hot topics in the industry with our Feed Bin segment.
Feeding Traditions is a monthly podcast hosted by Mary Jane Arnette with Co-op Feeds, celebrating the hardworking farm producers who are the backbone of Tennessee agriculture and loyal customers of our local Co-ops. Each episode features the raw, authentic stories of co-op…
Episodes
The Co-op Feeds PodcastFeeding Traditions: Feed Strong, Fight Strong with Alex Lawson
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and in this episode of Feeding Traditions, we’re sharing a conversation that hits a little closer to home. Host Mary…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastAugust Feeding Traditions: Inside Tennessee Hunting with TWRA
There’s more to hunting than what happens in the woods. In the latest episode of Feeding Traditions, host Mary Jane Arnette sits down with Dusten Moffitt…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastFeeding Traditions: The Next Generation of Agriculture with Ann Thomas Lowry
This month on Feeding Traditions, host Mary Jane Arnette sits down with Ann Thomas Lowry, a young agricultural leader serving as Tennessee 4-H State Council…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastFeeding Traditions: From Father to Daughter with Paul Arnette
This month on Feeding Traditions, host Mary Jane Arnette sits down with her dad, Paul Arnette. For nearly 40 years, Paul has been part of the Co-op system…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastFeeding Traditions: Integrity in Every Acre with Amos Huey
This month on Feeding Traditions, host Mary Jane Arnette sits down with West Tennessee farmer and longtime Co-op leader Amos Huey for a conversation about…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastFeeding Traditions: Growing the Future: Inside the TFC Foundation with Claire Hill
This month on Feeding Traditions, host Mary Jane Arnette sits down with Claire Hill, Executive Director of the Tennessee Farmers Co-op Foundation, whose work…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastFeeding Traditions: The Dawson Family Story
This month on Feeding Traditions, we’re heading to White Bluff, Tennessee, to meet Beth and Phil Dawson, a husband and wife farming team who have built their…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastFeeding Traditions: Feed Strong, Fight Strong - The Story of Dani Morrison
This month on Feeding Traditions, our guest is Dani Morrison, a team member at First Farmers Cooperative, whose story is one of resilience, faith, and the…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastFeeding Traditions: Mike Richardson Laying Down his Hard Hat
Mike Richardson has dedicated more than 40 years to the Co-op system, starting in a temporary role at the fertilizer plant, moving into the warehouse and…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastFeeding Traditions: A Father-Son Legacy in Henderson County
Marty and Mark Tolley of Darden, Tennessee, are a father-and-son duo carrying on a family cattle tradition that began in the late 1940s. From Marty’s early…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastFeeding Traditions: Generations of Growth with Benjie Daniel
Benjie Daniel of Charlotte, Tennessee, carries on a remarkable family tradition spanning over 150 years. As the sixth generation on a century farm, Benjie has…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastFeeding Traditions: James Wright, A Trailblazer for our System
James Wright has worn a lot of hats—Co-op manager, farmer, mentor, and a James B. Walker Award honoree. In this episode of Feeding Traditions, he reflects on a…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastFeeding Traditions: Carrying the Legacy, featuring Amanda Evans
Amanda Evans grew up on a dairy farm in Anderson County. Today, she’s stewarding the same land by boarding horses, cutting hay, and honoring the legacy her…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastFeeding Traditions: Meet Moore County Cattle Producer, Todd Jennings
In this episode of Feeding Traditions, we’re proud to feature the story of Todd Jennings, a Moore County cattle producer. From humble beginnings to growing his…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastFeeding Traditions: Rooted to the Land, featuring Mr. Donald Jernigan of Rutherford County
In honor of National Agriculture Day, join host Mary Jane Arnette as she sits down with Mr. Donald Jernigan, a Rutherford County farmer whose journey is as…
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The Feed Bin- Season 2, Episode 13: Exciting Changes to come at the UT Research Centers!
In the February edition of the Co-op Feed Bin podcast, we’re joined by Kevin Thompson, Director of the Middle Tennessee UT AgResearch and Education Centers, to…
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The Feed Bin- Season 2, Episode 12: Winter Weather is Here!
In the January edition of the Co-op Feed Bin podcast, hosted by John Houston, Director of Business Services for ProTrition Feed, we explore how Co-op Feeds can…
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The Feed Bin- Season 2, Episode 11: Minerals Matter: Unlocking Optimal Cow Production in Tennessee
The December edition of the Co-op Feed Bin podcast, hosted by John Houston, Director of Business Services for ProTrition Feed, features an in-depth discussion…
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The Feed Bin- Season 2, Episode 10: The Beef Industry in Tennessee with the experts!
Tune into the November episode of The Feed Bin podcast, where host John Houston records live at the Tennessee Beef Heifer Development Program in Lewisburg, TN…
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The Feed Bin- Season 2, Episode 9: Maximize Mineral Supplementation with Co-op Cattle Mineral
In the October episode of The Feed Bin podcast, host John Houston and ProTrition Nutritionist Todd Steen discuss significant updates to the Co-op cattle…
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The Feed Bin- Season 2, Episode 8: Supplementing Livestock
Join us for the latest episode of The Feed Bin podcast, where host John Houston dives into the pressing issues of short forage as we transition into the fall…
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The Feed Bin- Season 2, Episode 7: Generate Bottom Line with Generator
Join us for the latest episode of The Feed Bin podcast, where host John Houston sits down with Protrition Nutritionist Todd Steen to discuss our new product…
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The Feed Bin- Season 2, Episode 6: UTIA Research Centers
Join John Houston and special guest Charlie Stogner, along with Dr. Saulo Zoca and Claire Hunkler, all esteemed employees of the University of Tennessee…
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The Feed Bin- Season 2, Episode 5: Farmland Loss Numbers Research with Charley Martinez from UTIA
Join John Houston and special guest Charley Martinez, Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at UTIA, on the June edition…
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The Feed Bin- Season 2, Episode 4: Bridle Bound: Navigating the Journey to Horse Ownership
Join host John Houston in this month's episode of the Feed Bin Podcast as he provides a comprehensive overview of the latest agricultural census findings. The…
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The Feed Bin- Season 2, Episode 3: Learn More About our Feed Mills
Learn about the production process behind your animals' feed in the April edition of The Feed Bin! Host John Houston and guest Randy Henley, Director of Feed…
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The Feed Bin- Season 2, Episode 2: Proper Pasture Care
Join your host, John Houston, Director of Business Services for ProTrition Feed, and his guest, John Duke, Crop Nutrients Marketing Manager from GreenPoint Ag…
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The Feed Bin- Season 2, Episode 1: From Field to Feed Bin
Join John Houston, the host of the Feed Bin podcast, as he introduces Terrie Ragan, the director of purchasing for ProTrition. Together, they delve into…
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The Feed Bin- Season 1, Episode 20: Harvesting Memories: A Farewell to Donnie Chapman
Tune in to the January episode of the Co-op Feeds Podcast with host Jennifer Dowd! In this special edition, we sit down for an interview with Donnie Chapman…
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The Feed Bin- Season 1, Episode 19: The Reindeer Farm
Join host Jennifer Dowd in a festive episode of The Feed Bin as she interviews Jessica Anderson, the owner of The Reindeer Farm in Bowling Green, KY. 🦌✨ This…
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The Feed Bin- Season 1, Episode 18: Pinnacle's Nutritional Upgrade
Join Jennifer Dowd and equine nutrition expert Grey Parks in this month's Co-op Feed Bin episode as share the latest discoveries in equine nutrition research…
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The Feed Bin- Season 1, Episode 17: Chaney's Dairy Barn
Join us on this episode of The Feed Bin as we take a journey to the heart of the American countryside to explore Chaney's Family Dairy. Nestled in Bowling…
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The Feed Bin- Season 1, Episode 16: A Cowboy's Journey
Listen to this month’s episode of “The Feed Bin." Host Jennifer Dowd interviews Randall Scheck, owner of Randall Scheck Performance Horses in Lewisburg, TN…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastEquine Essentials- Season 3, Episode 14: Feeding a Senior Horse
As horses age it is important to review their rations to make sure they are getting the correct nutrients from their feed. 🐴 Join ProTrition equine…
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The Feed Bin- Season 1, Episode 15: The Butchering Business
In this month's episode of the Feed Bin, join your host Jenifer Dowd as she introduces two producers in the beef cattle industry that found a niche in meat…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastBeef Tips & Gravy- Season 1, Episode 14: Series Finale
In the Beef Tips & Gravy Series Finale, John Houston, Director of Business Services for ProTrition Feed, recaps previous episodes and provides essential tips…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastEquine Essentials- Season 3, Episode 13: The Differences in Forage Only and Forage Based Diets
In this episode, join Protrition's Equine Nutritionist, Grey Parks, as she discusses the differences between forage-only and forage-based diets and how to…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastChick Talk- Season 4, Episode 6: Frequently Asked Questions
Co-ops across the state get all kinds of questions about raising chickens! This week's Chick Talk is working to answer many questions that our stores get…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastBeef Tips & Gravy- Season 1, Episode 13: Managing Nutrition in Dry Conditions
Get ready for the premiere of Beef Tips and Gravy's latest episode! As the temperature rises and the conditions dry, cattle farmers are finding it difficult to…
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The Feed Bin- Season 1, Episode 14: Transportation in the Agriculture Industry
Don't miss out on the July episode of The Feed Bin! Join us as host Jennifer Dowd interviews two logistics industry experts who shed light on the importance of…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastEquine Essentials- Season 3, Episode 12: Traveling with your Horse
Join Grey Parks, ProTrition equine nutritionist, on this month’s episode of Equine Essentials! Grey discusses traveling with your horse and tips to minimize…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastPasture to Pet- Season 5, Episode 4: Dog Nutrition
In this episode of Pasture to Pets, we're talking all about dog nutrition! From farm dogs to inside pets, we've got you covered. So grab your furry friend and…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastChick Talk- Season 4, Episode 5: Meat Bird Nutrition
Layers and meat birds are raised for two different purposes, and their diet should reflect that. It’s important to understand the body composition and…
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The Feed Bin- Season 1, Episode 13: The Center for Profitable Agriculture is Celebrating 25 Years!
Don't miss our June episode of the Feed Bin featuring the UT Extension Center for Profitable Agriculture. In this episode, our host Jennifer Dowd speaks with…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastBeef Tips & Gravy- Season 1, Episode 12: Educational Opportunities in the Beef Industry
Looking to learn more about educational opportunities in the beef industry? Then you won't want to miss this week's Beef Tips and Gravy Premiere Event! Hosted…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastEquine Essentials- Season 3, Episode 11: Body Condition Scoring
Join Grey Parks, ProTrition Equine Nutritionist on this month’s episode of Equine Essentials! In this episode, Grey discusses body condition scoring in horses…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastPasture to Pet- Season 5, Episode 3: Nutritional Needs for Llamas and Alpacas
Looking for information on llamas and alpacas' nutrition and feeding? Learn about their diet in this month's Pasture to Pet premiere event here on Facebook!
The Co-op Feeds PodcastChick Talk- Season 4, Episode 4: Raising Chickens with Dr. Tom Tabler
Join host John Houston and special guest Dr. Tom Tabler, UT Poultry Extension and Research Specialist, on Chick Talk this month for an informative episode on…
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The Feed Bin- Season 1, Episode 12: Tennessee Department of Agriculture
Tune into this month’s episode of The Feed Bin featuring host, Jennifer Dowd, with Andy Holt, Tennessee Department of Agriculture Assistant Commissioner for…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastBeef Tips and Gravy: Feed Through Dewormers- Season 1, Episode 11
Feed dewormers are an easy and viable option for summer parasite management. Tune in to this month's Beef Tips and Gravy for more information on how feed…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastEquine Essentials- Season 3, Episode 11: Horse Pasture Management
Proper pasture management leads to high-quality, productive pastures that can supply excellent nutrition for horses. Tune in this month to hear ProTrition…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastPasture to Pet- Season 5, Episode 2: Nutritional Needs for Rabbits and Guinea Pigs
Rabbits and guinea pigs diets have more in common than you would think! Tune in to learn more about the proper rations to meet the digestive systems needs of…
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The Feed Bin- Season 1, Episode 11: Beef Reproduction Tips & Tricks
Tune into this month's episode of The Feed Bin featuring host, Jennifer Dowd, with Dr. Justin Rhinehart and Dr. Saulo Zoca, both of The University of…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastChick Talk- Season 4, Episode 3: Approaching the Teenage Years: Transitional Stages Nutritional Needs
Chicken lovers – we've got the expert know-how on how to feed 'em!
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Beef Tips and Gravy: Spring Fly Control with IGR Mineral- Season 1, Episode 10
Tune into this month's Beef Tips & Gravy with host John Houston, Director of Business Services for ProTrition Feed! As we transition into spring, it's…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastEquine Essentials- Season 3, Episode 10: Ration Balancers Do's and Don'ts
Did you know that ration balancers were originally created to balance unfortified grains such as oats, corn or barley? Tune in this month to hear ProTrition…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastPasture to Pet- Season 5, Episode 1: Nutritional Needs of Ostriches & Emus
We are excited to announce Pasture to Pets, our newest series! In this video series, Jennifer Dowd, ProTrition inside sales and marketing representative, will…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastChick Talk- Season 4, Episode 2: Chick Care Essentials
You have brought baby chicks home, now what? It is important to ensure your chicks are being fed properly to meet their nutritional needs at each stage of…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastThe Feed Bin- Season 1, Episode 10: 2023 Southern Equine Expo
Tune into this month's episode of The Feed Bin featuring host, Jennifer Dowd, with Grey Parks, equine nutritionist. Jennifer and Grey discuss topics in the…
The Co-op Feeds PodcastBeef Tips and Gravy: Legislation Affecting The Cattle Industry: Season 1, Episode 9
Tune into this month's Beef Tips & Gravy with host John Houston, Director of Business Services for ProTrition Feed, and Tennessee Cattlemen's Association…