Mother Earth News and Friends
Mother Earth News and Friends shares the stories of the leaders in sustainable and rural living. We're passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more.
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In this episode sponsored by Growing Spaces, host Josh Wilder sits down with author and horticulturist Leslie Halleck to discuss her new book, The Home Greenhouse Revival. The conversation dives deep into practical strategies for backyard gardeners, homesteaders, and plant enthusiasts looking to stretch their growing seasons.
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In this episode sponsored by Brinsea, Josh Wilder is joined by Jeannette Beranger, who describes the importance of heritage breeds and the challenges facing different breeds in the U.S. and around the world in 2026.
Mother Earth News Lead Editor Ana Skemp talks with Dr. Jennifer Quammen from the American Veterinary Medical Association about the 2026 influx of New World screwworm cases in livestock.
Resources mentioned include:
Screwworm Page on AVMA website
Governement Screwworm Response Page
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In this episode of the Mother Earth News and Friends podcast sponsored by Brinsea, host Josh Wilder chats with long-time poultry keeper Erin Snyder about the seasonal benefits and practical methods of incorporating herbal teas into your flock's diet. Discover expert tips on boosting chicken and duck health naturally, from choosing the right herb blends to proper storage and safe feeding practices.
Food and Farm Journalist Sarah Mock talks with Ana Skemp and Josh Wilder about the recent cyclospora outbreak and ways the U.S. food system could change in order to prevent future foodborne illness outbreaks of this scale.
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Listen as Pa Thao describes the joys of running a flower and vegetable farm with and inspired by her mother that blossoms sharing its space with their community through agritourism.
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In this audio article from Wren Everett, she covers how to approach growing a modern victory garden in order to have a resilient and dependable food source. The article is followed by a few questions about the guidance mentioned.
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Discover how to source, select, and electrify e-bikes for commuting or farm work in this podcast episode with Andy Fry from the Topeka Community Cycle Project.
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Discover the real dangers that domestic cats and dogs pose to your backyard flock, from irresistible baby chicks to destructive canine attacks. Safeguard your coop today by implementing secure fencing, learning local ...
In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, host Josh Wilder sits down with garden writer and flower farmer Andy Wilcox to explore how to build a low-stress, high-yielding cut flower garden. From mastering the art of plant pinching to navigating the early summer gap month and storing dahlia tubers over winter, this conversation is packed with simple, pract...
In this audio article brought to you thanks to Brinsea is from Backyard Poultry. Learn natural strategies for increasing egg production by focusing on flock nutrition, stress reduction, and environmental enrichment. The article highlights the use of specific herbs, high-protein supplements during molting, and the importance of understanding a hen's natural biological rhythms to maintain a healthy, productive flock.
This is an audio article of Arboreal Flavors, read by Josh Wilder. This article explores the nutritional potential of foraging from common forest trees, highlighting that species like linden, maple, and spruce offer edible leaves, flowers, and seeds. It specifically details how linden trees can be used for making calming teas or fresh salads, while emphasizing the importance of proper identification and sustainable harvesting pract...
Expert Tara Chapman shares essential hive inspection tips, covering smoker techniques, hive tool uses, and choosing protective gear for successful beekeeping.
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This podcast episode from Mother Earth News and Friends provides expert guidance on managing the "awkward teenage stage" of poultry, focus...
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Host Josh Wilder and producer Alyssa Warner discuss practical strategies for preventing "brooder boredom" and the aggressive pecking behaviors that can arise in young flocks. From DIY enrichment like "cool sticks" and suspended vegetables to essential tips on nutrition and space management, this episode provides homesteader...
In this episode of the Mother Earth News and Friends podcast sponsored by True Leaf Market, host Josh Wilder speaks with homesteader Patri...
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