11 episodes
Around the Homestead Brad McGinley and Shaun Rhoades
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5.0 • 2 Ratings
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Welcome to the Around the Homestead Podcast, where Arkansas County Agents, Brad McGinley and Shaun Rhoades share information on topics from gardens to goats. Our aim is to provide small farmers and landowners valuable education on projects that may arise around the homestead. Whether you have been on the homestead all your life or have just began the farm lifestyle, we hope you garner helpful tips to make your rural lifestyle most rewarding. Visit our webpage to find publications and resources for topics covered in each episode and much more! https://www.uaex.uada.edu/counties/around-the-homestead-podcast/
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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.
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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!
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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
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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
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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!
Tree Pruning Resources
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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
Tree Planting Resources