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ATTRA - Voices from the FieldNCAT/SARE: Chestnuts in Southeastern Ohio. A Cooperative Small Farm EffortThis episode of Voices from the Field was produced in partnership with ATTRA and the Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program. To learn more about SARE’s library of practical information and available grants to fund projects that advance sustainable agriculture, visit sare.org. In this episode, NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Tyler Jenkins dives into the world of chestnuts with Michelle Ajamian, who works with Rural Action as a network developer for Appalachian Staple Foods Collaborative. Michelle shares her experiences and insights from her work in southeastern Ohio as a project developer and advocate for s...2024-03-1325 minATTRA - Voices from the FieldMeet NCAT: Tammy Barnes Shares Her JourneyIn this episode of Voices from the Field,NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Tyler Jenkins introduces us to new NCAT staff member Tammy Barnes. Tammy, who is also a sustainable agriculture specialist, will be focusing on carbon planning from Kentucky. Tammy shares her wealth of experience and the insights garnered from an extensive career dedicated to sustainable agriculture, from equestrian and other livestockmanagement, to cropping systems and holistic farm management. She also sharesthe story of her sustainable agriculture career and long history of farmer support and advocacy. She details the path that led her t...2024-03-0627 minATTRA - Voices from the FieldMeet NCAT: Danielle Duni, Carbon Farm Planner for Woolgrowers in WyomingThis episode of Voices from the Field introduces one of NCAT’s newest staff members. Danielle Duni recently joined NCAT as a Carbon Farm Planner who will aid Wyoming shepherds as they build profitable businesses and healthy landscapes. Danielle shares her winding career path working with livestock across the western U.S. and her vision for ranchers “finding that interface where we can all work together to build resilient communities.” Also, Danielle and NCAT Grazing Specialist Linda Poole sketch the shape of the Climate Beneficial Fiber Partnership, a five-year program to provide technical assistance and cost...2023-11-2943 minATTRA - Voices from the FieldMeet NCAT: Carbon Farm Planner Allison Cooley-Agee of MontanaIn this episode of Voices from the Field, we meet one of NCAT’s impressive new staff members, Allison Cooley-Agee. Allison talks with NCAT Livestock Specialist Linda Coffey about her background and the interesting and varied experience she brings to her new position as a Carbon Farm Planner. Training cutting horses, milking goats on an organic dairy, raw milk, 4-H, and Nicole Masters all make their way into the conversation. Allison also discusses the Climate Beneficial Fiber Project, which will be the main focus of her work for the next few years and will benefit sheep producers in...2023-11-1533 minATTRA - Voices from the FieldMeet NCAT: Tyler Jenkins on Carbon Farm PlanningIn this episode of Voices from the Field, we get to know one of our newest NCAT employees, Tyler Jenkins. Tyler is joining the NCAT team as a Carbon Farm Planner and will be working on our “Building Soil, Building Equity” project, as well as contributing to the ATTRA Sustainable Agriculture program. NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Nina Prater talks with Tyler about his work before coming to NCAT, what he will be focused on as part of the NCAT team, and to how to make the perfect tomato sandwich.Related ATTRA Resources: · NCATReceives $30 Million to...2023-09-1341 minATTRA - Voices from the FieldMeet NCAT’s New Executive Director, Fred BahnsonIn this episode of Voices from the Field, we meet Fred Bahnson, NCAT’s new Executive Director. Fred tells us the story of the journey that led him to NCAT and talks with Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Mike Lewis about the strength of NCAT’s resources — and staff — and some of its many programs.Related Resources:· National Center for Appropriate Technology· ATTRA· Armed to Farm· Soil for Water· AgriSolar ClearinghouseContact Fred Bahnson and Mike Lewis at fredb@ncat.org and mikel@ncat.orgPlease complete a brief...2023-08-0239 min