Around the Homestead

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Brad McGinley and Shaun Rhoades

13 episodes

3 months ago

In this episode, Shaun and Brad discuss considerations for purchasing locally grown meat with "Mom at the Meat Counter", Dr. Janeal Yancy, Meat Scientist at the University of Arkansas. They discuss purchasing both local beef and pork, how much you should expect and the required freezer space, cuts you might want to consider and much more! Everything you need to know about buying meat from a local farmer. Resources: Mom at the Meat Counter Blog Mom at the Meat Counter Facebook Page...

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Purchasing Locally Grown Meat | Episode 13

9 months ago

46 minutes

Around the Homestead

Holiday Plants | Episode 12

In this episode, County Extension Agents Shaun and Brad discuss selection and care of some of the most popular holiday plants with Arkansas Horticulture Specialist Randy Forst. These include mums, Christmas cactus, poinsettias, and fresh cut Christmas trees. Learn how to care for these plants during the holidays and after the season is over. The guys also briefly discuss the Arkansas Master Gardener Program. Find more information at the links below. Chrysanthemum htt...

1 year ago

34 minutes

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Avian Influenza For Backyard Poultry | Episode 11

In the episode Grant County Extension Agent Brad McGinley visits with Dr. Dustan Clark, Extension Poultry Heath Veterinarian, about the current outbreak of avian Influenza. They discuss the impacts for backyard hobby flocks, how poultry owners can protect their flocks, and what to do if you suspect you have a sick bird. Avian Influenza and Biosecurity Resources Find lots more great educational content on our website at www.uaex.uada.edu

3 years ago

21 minutes

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Getting Started with a Home Orchard | Episode 10

In this episode, Brad and Shaun discuss how to get started with a home orchard. They discuss considerations for growing peaches, apples, pears, figs, blackberries, blueberries, muscadines, and strawberries. They also discuss the importance of variety and site selection as well as care and maintenance. Check out our website for more helpful info around the homestead! Home Orchard Resources Find lots more great educational content on our website at www.uaex.uada.edu

3 years ago

41 minutes

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Homestead Weed Control | Episode 9

In this episode, Brad and Shaun chat with Johnson County Agent, Blair Griffin about controlling weeds in your lawn and pastures. Topics include spurweed control, timing of applications, equipment considerations for homeowners and small commercial sprayers, spraying pastures, and choosing the correct products. Check out our website for more helpful info around the homestead! For more helpful info on tree care check out these resources! Home Lawn Resources Pasture Weed Control ...

3 years ago

26 minutes

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Tree Care and Maintenance Part 3 - Common Tree Issues | Episode 8

Part 3 of our Tree Care and Maintenance Series. In this episode Brad and Shaun discuss common tree issues with retired forester and Master Gardener Carol Guffey including common diseases, insects, weed-eater damage, protecting newly planted trees and much more! This is the final episode of our tree care series. Check out our website for more helpful info around the homestead! For more helpful info on tree care check out these resources! Tree Pruning Resources Tree Plantin...

3 years ago

14 minutes

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Tree Care and Maintenance Part 2 - Tree Planting | Episode 7

Part 2 of our Tree Care and Maintenance Series. In this episode Brad and Shaun discuss all aspects of tree planting with retired forester and Master Gardener Caroll Guffey including species and site selection, bare root vs container grown, planting techniques, and much more! This episode is part two of a three part tree care series. Check out our website for more helpful info around the homestead! For more helpful info on tree care check out these resources! T...

3 years ago

35 minutes

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Tree Care and Maintenance Part 1 - Pruning | Episode 6

In this episode learn how to correctly prune trees around your property. Retired Extension Forester and Master Gardener Caroll Guffey joins Brad and Shaun to discuss proper tree pruning. They discuss when and how to prune and even when to call in a professional. This is part one of a three part tree care series. Check out our website for more helpful info around the homestead! For more helpful info on tree care check out these resources! Tree Pruning Resources ...

3 years ago

24 minutes

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Getting Started with Backyard Poultry Part 2 | Episode 5

Arkansas County Agents Brad McGinley and Shaun Rhoades continue their discussion of starting a backyard flock with Dr. Dustan Clark, Extension Poultry Veterinarian. In this episode they discuss poultry health issues, egg handling, predator control, and biosecurity for backyard hobby flocks. For more information and resources visit https://www.uaex.edu/counties/around-the-homestead-podcast. Find lots more great educational content on our website at www.uaex.uada.edu

4 years ago

34 minutes

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Getting Started with Backyard Poultry Part 1 | Episode 4

Part 1 of a two part series in which Arkansas County Extension Agents Brad McGinley and Shaun Rhoades discuss starting a backyard flock with Arkansas Extension Poultry Veterinarian, Dr. Dustan Clark. This episode covers getting starting with poultry facilities, breeds of chickens, and feeding. Find lots more great educational content on our website at www.uaex.uada.edu

4 years ago

38 minutes

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Troubleshooting Tomatoes | Episode 3

Arkansas County Extension Agents Brad McGinley and Shaun Rhoades discuss common issues home gardeners face when growing tomatoes. They discuss common diseases as well abiotic disorders caused by environmental factors and herbicide damage. They also give gardeners tactics to use to help prevent potential problems as well as discussing ways to diagnoses issues. For more helpful info on growing tomatoes check out this link. https://www.uaex.edu/yard-garden/vegetables/tomato-...

4 years ago

26 minutes

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Controlling Pond Weeds and Algae | Episode 2

Join hosts Arkansas County Extension Agents, Brad McGinley and Shaun Rhoades as they discuss the controlling weeds and algae in your farm pond with special quest Arkansas Extension Aquaculture Specialist, George Selden. Find lots more great educational content on our website at www.uaex.uada.edu

4 years ago

23 minutes

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Starting a Vegetable Garden | Episode 1

“Co-hosts County Extension Agents Brad McGinley and Shaun Rhoades with the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture discuss techniques and equipment needed in starting a vegetable garden on your homestead.” Find lots more great educational content on our website at www.uaex.uada.edu

4 years ago

25 minutes