The Unexpected Agriculturalist

S2 Episode 14 - Inside agricultural policy

This week we explore how agricultural policy shapes everything from river use and land responsibility to labor systems and student internships in the industry. Through stories on river liability, H2A workforce changes, and ag policy internships, we highlight how decisions behind the scenes directly impact agriculture in everyday life. This podcast is produced by senior agricultural communication students at Abraham Baldwin Agriculture College, under the supervision of Dr. Austin Moore.

S2 Episode 12 - Strong on the outside: Mental health in agriculture

In this episode we discuss an important, yet often unspoken topic of conversation in the agricultural community: mental health. Students learn from Melon One, Heart of Georgia Hospices camp initiatives, and veterinary professional, Dr. Thompson. Each offer perspectives on the challenges the rural community, producers and other careers in agriculture face. This podcast is produced by senior agricultural communication students at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, under the supervision of Dr. Austin Moore.

S2 Episode 11 - Fruit in focus

This episode highlights Georgia’s evolving specialty crop industry, featuring early watermelon production, the growing demand for organic farming, and the emerging potential of citrus in Georgia. Through conversations with local producers and industry specialists, this episode explores innovation, consumer preferences, and agricultural adaptation. This podcast is produced by senior agricultural communication students at Abraham Baldwin Agriculture College, under the supervision of Dr. Austin Moore.

S2 Episode 10 - From feed stores to flight paths

This episode dives into agricultural businesses like Godfrey’s Feed and The Funston Market, but that's not all. We also fly high and explore the fast-paced, yet highly skilled world of ag aviation by spending a day in the life with an ag pilot. Whether you are on land or in the air, this episode highlights many of the different ways agriculture is present in our daily lives. This podcast is produced by senior agricultural communication students at Abraham Baldwin Agriculture College, under the supervision of Dr. Austin Moore.

S2 Episode 9 - The other side of the show banner

This episode takes listeners behind the scenes of show life, highlighting the work of professional livestock fitters, the importance of livestock drug testing, and the impact of agricultural marketing through companies like Square One Agri Marketing. Together, these stories reveal how much preparation, integrity, and strategy go into the livestock industry beyond what is seen in the show ring.   This podcast is produced by senior agricultural communication students at Abraham Baldwin Agriculture College, under the supervision of Dr. Austin Moore.