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Why This Beer?Open-Source Hops: Eric Sannerud and the Case for Public VarietiesSummaryIn this episode of 'Why This Beer', hosts Azlan Graves and Darren Binnema engage with Eric Sannerud, a passionate advocate for hops and agriculture. They explore the intricate relationship between beer and agriculture, emphasizing the importance of local ingredients and the stories behind them. Eric shares his journey in the hops industry, the significance of public hops versus proprietary varieties, and the challenges of maintaining hop quality. The conversation highlights the evolving landscape of craft beer and the need for brewers to connect with their ingredients and the stories they tell. In this engaging c...
2025-12-111h 12
Food Freedom RadioFood Freedom Radio – October 4, 2025On this episode of *Food Freedom Radio*, host Laura Hedlund talks with Eric Sannerud about GrownBy (https://grownby.com), a farmer-owned platform that connects farmers directly with eaters. They discuss how this innovative tool supports local food systems, strengthens family farms, and makes it easier for consumers to access sustainable, fresh food. Tune in to learn how farmer-led solutions are reshaping the future of food.
2025-10-0643 min
Craft Beer ProfessionalsBeer is AgricultureIn this session, we’ll dig into the hard work behind two of beer’s essential ingredients: malt and hops. You’ll hear directly from barley growers and hop producers about what matters most, how each harvest impacts the final product, and where the industry stands today. We’ll also talk with brewers who are leaning into the agricultural side of beer and using ingredients to tell a deeper, more meaningful story.Panelists: Eric Sannerud (Sannerud Hop Consulting)James Howdeshell (HOB Brewing Co.)Nathan Boll (Boll Farms)Tim Schnars (Meadowlark Brewing)Mod...
2025-09-1756 min
A One Pint StandThe Tale of Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative's Collab Beer For Farm AidOn this episode of A One Pint Stand, I stopped by Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative to hear the tale of how Broken Clock brewed a beer for Farm Aid, a fundraiser that has been going since 1985 and showcases epic music for a good cause. The beer is called Fam, and it is a hoppy lager. It was brewed with a special hop from West Coast Hop Breeding and malt from Two Track Malting. I loved the conversation I had with Jeremy and Shaun from Broken Clock and Eric Sannerud from West Coast Hop Breeding and President of Sannerud Hop Con...
2025-09-081h 23
The Rookie Farmer PodcastThe $0 Startup Cost E-Commerce Platform Every Small Farm Needs (TRFP 23)In this episode, Alec welcomes GrownBy's Director of Accounts and Partnerships, Eric Sannerud, to talk about GrownBy: a farmer-owned cooperative e-commerce platform designed specifically for farms selling directly to consumers. Unlike other tech solutions, GrownBy was built with a unique understanding of the challenges of local food sales. If you're a farmer looking for a platform to sell in, maybe GrownBy's the one for you! Click here to learn more about GrownBy. Click here to check out farmer Alec and Crop Culture Farm. Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, a...
2025-08-291h 13A One Pint StandMy Interview w/ Eric Sannerud of Sannerud Hop ConsultingI sat down with Eric Sannerud of Sannerud Hop Consulting to talk about hops at Dual Citizen Brewing Company. Eric expertly answers all my questions about this dynamic craft beer ingredient. If you want to know the story behind this "wicked and pernicious weed," go ahead and pop in your headphones and let Eric's knowledge isomerize your brain. Cheers!
2024-07-011h 37
The Transcendent FarmerConscious farming: Creating sustainability for your farm in finance, market channels, and mental health with Eric SannerudJoin Transcendent Farmer host Emily Reno and guest Eric Sannerud for an engaging discussion about creating efficiencies in technical assistance service delivery, addressing economic disparities in the food system, considerations that farmers should keep in mind when growing hops, building business models that aren’t extractive, and building your business with your target customers alongside you. If you’re curious to learn more about GrownBy, a service that can help you reach customers faster, and the role that online sales can play in your business model, then you won’t want to miss this episode.
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2023-06-3045 min
Master Brewers PodcastEpisode 283: Brewing with VistaBrewers who’ve used the most recent public hop variety released by the USDA share their experiences.Special Guests: Eric Sannerud, Jeremy Moynier, John Leingang, John Trogner, and Max Shafer.Sponsored By:Fermentis: The Lupulin Exchange: Berkeley Yeast: Precision Fermentation: Gusmer: BSG: Proximity Malt: Hopsteiner: Links:Vista Hops Merch — 100% of merch proceeds are donated to support public hop research!VistaHops.com — News, Merch, and MoreVista Hops InstagramUpcoming Events - Master Brewers Calendar2023 Master Brewers Conference — Oct 6-8 | The Westin SeattleJoin Master Brewers
2023-06-1247 minMaster Brewers PodcastEpisode 258: Sustainability of the American Hop IndustryThe popularity of heavily-hopped beer styles has put USA hops front and center, but threats are looming; wildfire, climate change, water availability, the loss of hop farming families, and the ongoing shift from public to private hops. Hop growers Darren Gamache (VGF) and John Segal (Segal Ranch), master brewer Karl Ockert, and hop consultant Eric Sannerud joined John Bryce on stage during the 2022 Brewing Summit to discuss these topics and more.Special Guests: Darren Gamache, Eric Sannerud, John Segal, and Karl Ockert.Sponsored By:Alfa Laval: Brew Ninja: Precision Fermentation: Gusmer: BSG: Proximity Malt...
2022-09-051h 23
TEDx ShortsWithout farmers, you’d be hungry, naked and soberFarmer and entrepreneur Eric Sannerud shares the benefits that eating local has on communities, and suggests we do more than “vote with our fork.” This talk was filmed at TEDxStCloud. All TEDx events are organized independently by volunteers in the spirit of TED's mission of ideas worth spreading. To learn more about TEDxSHORTS, the TEDx program, or give feedback on this episode, please visit http://go.ted.com/tedxshorts. Follow TEDx on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TEDx Follow TEDx on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tedx_official/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
2021-09-2705 min
TED Podcast | Society and Culture농부들이 없다면 굶주리고 헐벗으며, 위기에 처할 겁니다 | 에릭 새너러드(Eric Sannerud)농부들은 식량과 경제 안정을 제공하지만, 미국의 농업 종사자는 새로 유입되는 농업 인구에 비해 은퇴하는 농업인들이 빠르게 증가하고 있습니다. 당면한 문제를 지역 농산물 시장에서 장을 보는 것 만으로는 해결할 수 없는 이유를 에릭 새너러드의 농산물 정책에 대한 짧은 강의를 통해 알아보세요. 그가 여러분의 투표로 농부들에게 더 나은 미래를 줄 수 있음을 알려줍니다.
2020-03-1809 minTEDTalks 社会与文化有农民才能有饭吃、有衣穿、有酒喝 | 埃里克·桑纳鲁德农民为我们提供食物，保持我们的经济稳定。但在美国，农民退休的速度比新人加入的速度快。来体验一下埃里克·桑纳鲁德（Eric Sannerud）的农业政策“速成班”，看看为什么这个问题不能仅靠购买本地农产品来解决——以及如何利用你的投票权为农民创造更好的未来。
2020-03-1809 minTEDTalks 사회와 문화농부들이 없다면 굶주리고 헐벗으며, 위기에 처할 겁니다 | 에릭 새너러드(Eric Sannerud)농부들은 식량과 경제 안정을 제공하지만, 미국의 농업 종사자는 새로 유입되는 농업 인구에 비해 은퇴하는 농업인들이 빠르게 증가하고 있습니다. 당면한 문제를 지역 농산물 시장에서 장을 보는 것 만으로는 해결할 수 없는 이유를 에릭 새너러드의 농산물 정책에 대한 짧은 강의를 통해 알아보세요. 그가 여러분의 투표로 농부들에게 더 나은 미래를 줄 수 있음을 알려줍니다.
2020-03-1809 minTEDTalks Sociedad y CulturaSin agricultores, estaríamos hambrientos, desnudos y sobrios. | Eric SannerudLos agricultores nos mantienen alimentados y preservan nuestras economías estables. Sin embargo, en EE.UU. los agricultores se están jubilando más rápido de lo que se los reemplaza. Toma un curso rápido en política agrícola con Eric Sannerud para ver por qué este problema no se puede resolver simplemente comprando en el mercado de productores locales, y aprende cómo puedes usar tu voto para crear un mejor futuro para los agricultores.
2020-03-1809 minTEDTalks Sociedade e CulturaSem os produtores rurais, estaríamos famintos, nus e sóbrios | Eric SannerudProdutores rurais asseguram nossa alimentação e mantêm nossa economia estável. Mas nos EUA, eles estão se aposentando rápido demais e não estão sendo substituídos. Em sua palestra sobre política agrícola, Eric Sannerud nos ajuda a entender porque esse problema não pode ser resolvido apenas comprando de produtores locais e nos ensina como usar o voto para criar um futuro melhor para os agricultores.
2020-03-1809 minTED Talks Society and CultureWithout farmers, you'd be hungry, naked and sober | Eric SannerudFarmers keep us fed and our economies stable, but in the US they're retiring faster than they're being replaced. Take a crash course in agricultural policy with Eric Sannerud to see why this problem can't be solved by simply buying from your local farmer's market -- and learn how you can use your vote to create a better future for farmers.
2020-03-1809 minTEDTalks Culture et sociétéSans agriculteurs, vous seriez affamés, nus et sobres | Eric SannerudLes agriculteurs assurent notre alimentation et stabilisent économie. Hélas, aux États-Unis, ils prennent leur retraite avant même d'être remplacés. Suivez un cours express en politique agricole avec Eric Sannerud pour comprendre pourquoi il ne suffit pas d'acheter des produits locaux, et apprenez à vous manifester pour créer un meilleur avenir pour les agriculteurs.
2020-03-1809 min
Off The Menu07-27-19 - Off the MenuThe hops industry in Minnesota is definitely becoming a thing. But where does it stand in respect to other growing regions around the world? Mighty Axe Hops CEO Eric Sannerud explains the state's status with this burgeoning crop. Dara explains some different ways to enjoy muskmelon/canteloupe.
2019-07-2736 min
Young Farmers PodcastMinnesota Young Farmers Organize to Pass Innovative LawEric Sannerud of Mighty Axe Hops and the Central Minnesota Young Farmers Coalition talks about the campaign to pass the Beginning Farmer Tax Credit in Minnesota. This new law gives a tax credit to landowners who rent or sell their land to a new farmer. This year, a million dollars have been allocated for this bill and 162 farms were sold or rented to beginning farmers. Hear about how this ambitious group of young farmers stood up for the future of agriculture in the state and helped to solve one of its toughest challenges.
2018-07-2832 min
UprootedUprooted Episode 17: MN Community Food SystemsMore and more, farm and hunger advocates are acting in coalition to protect the supply of healthy food that is accessible by all people and beneficial to community development. Josh is joined by IATP's Erin McKee, Marcus Schmit of Second Harvest Heartland, and Eric Sannerud, a farmer and organizer in Central Minnesota, to talk about the coalition that is forming to promote community food systems in Minnesota including in upcoming precinct caucuses on February 6.
2018-01-2300 min
Social Entrepreneur174, Eric Sannerud, Mighty Axe Hops | Experimenting within an EcosystemMighty Axe Hops is using experimentation to create an ecosystem within an ecosystem. Eric Sannerud is an experimenter. He tries small experiments, gathers feedback and then adjusts. For example, in 2013, he was graduating from the University of Minnesota. At the same time, he had several irons in the fire. He was part of a team that launched Twin Fin, an innovative urban farm start-up, growing fish and greens in a city warehouse. At the same time, he was involved with the Famers’ Legal Action Group (FLAG). He was also involved with Urban Oasis, the winner of...
2017-06-2619 min
Still Growing...A Weekly Gardening PodcastSG564: Grow Your Own Apothecary with Herbalist Jodi McKeeJodi is the creator of Inspired Living Home Body Spirit. She started her study of herbs over 15 years ago. Jodi is the soulful mother of three boys. Her specialties include: herbal consultations, hand-crafted herbal remedies, energy healing, herbal instructional classes and inspiration. Herbs are some of the easiest plants to grow. In fact, I… Author information Jennifer Ebeling Producer & Host at Still Growing... Gardening Podcast Jennifer Ebeling is a proud Minnesotan and U of MN alumni. Gooooooo Gophers! Each week, Jennifer produces and hosts Still Growing - a gardening podcast dedicated to...
2017-03-311h 53Still Growing...A Weekly Gardening PodcastSG561: Bringing Farms to Schools in Oregon with Rick ShermanRick Sherman was hired by the Oregon Department of Education in 2012 as the Farm to School/School Garden coordinator after working for 32 years for a food service management company. The last 20 of those years have been spent as a Director of Nutrition Services in Eugene, Albany and Dallas (Oregon). Rick is a Master… Author information Jennifer Ebeling Producer & Host at Still Growing... Gardening Podcast Jennifer Ebeling is a proud Minnesotan and U of MN alumni. Gooooooo Gophers! Each week, Jennifer produces and hosts Still Growing - a gardening podcast dedicated to he...
2017-03-101h 35Still Growing...A Weekly Gardening PodcastSG557: Gardening Challenge: Grow and Preserve a Year’s Worth of Food with Megan CainMegan Cain never touched a vegetable plant until the summer she turned 26. Today, Megan shows people how to successfully grow their own food and get the most from their vegetable gardens. Megan trains gardeners through her business, The Creative Vegetable Gardener, and is the author of several books including the book we dive into today: Super Easy Food Preserving. Author information Jennifer Ebeling Producer & Host at Still Growing... Gardening Podcast Jennifer Ebeling is a proud Minnesotan and U of MN alumni. Gooooooo Gophers! Each week, Jennifer produces and hosts Still Growing...
2017-02-102h 24Still Growing...A Weekly Gardening PodcastSG555: How to Grow a Gorgeous Garden Using Less Water with Pam PenickPam Penick is the author of two books, The Water-Saving Garden and Lawn Gone! She is also one of the founders of the Garden Blogger’s Fling. Pam has been blogging about her garden since 2006, which means she’s definitely blogging royalty by this point. Today, we do a deep dive into her book, The Water-Saving Garden, and how everyday gardeners can create a more efficient and water-savvy garden. Author information Jennifer Ebeling Producer & Host at Still Growing... Gardening Podcast Jennifer Ebeling is a proud Minnesotan and U of MN alumni. Gooooooo Goph...
2017-01-272h 59Still Growing...A Weekly Gardening PodcastSG532 How to Grow and Harvest Hops Like a Boss with Eric Sannerud of Mighty Axe HopsBy this time next year, Eric Sannerud's Mighty Axe Hops will be the largest grower and processor of hops in the State of Minnesota. This young farming entrepreneur's business has done nothing but shoot up - just like his hops plants. Author information Jennifer Ebeling Producer & Host at Still Growing... Gardening Podcast Jennifer Ebeling is a proud Minnesotan and U of MN alumni. Gooooooo Gophers! Each week, Jennifer produces and hosts Still Growing - a gardening podcast dedicated to helping you and your garden grow. The show is an in-depth interview...
2016-08-061h 16
Hidden Apron RadioEp. 9: Eric Sannerud - Young Hops Farmer, Speaker, Food Systems Designer on the Need for Young Farmers, Education, and BeerEric is a fourth-generation back-to-the-land farmer. Eric grows hops under his company Mighty Axe Hops and is selling to top breweries in Minnesota from Fulton Beer, Day Block Brewing, and more. Inspired by the ideas of educators/farmers Eduard Lindeman & Wendell Berry, he designed a first of its kind cooking and food systems course and contributed to a Food Systems Major, among the first in the country while he was studying at the University of MN. During these experiences at University, Eric was a founding member of Urban Oasis, a sustainable food center, which won a competitive $1...
2016-07-201h 13