53 episodes

Jena & MP bring a unique perspective to the world of agriculture, offering a blend of humor, heart, and wisdom honed from their combined years on the farm. With a deep passion for their families, their farms, and the communities they call home, these two farmwives delve into the daily triumphs and tribulations that come from rural living.
They discuss everything from the latest advancements in agriculture and the art of balancing family with farm duties to the time-honored traditions and recipes that make life on the farm so special. Their stories will make you laugh, tug at your heartstrings, and inspire you to see the beauty in the ordinary moments of life.
"Beyond The Crops" is not just a podcast for farmers; it's for anyone who appreciates the enduring values of hard work, resilience, and the simple joys of living close to the land. Whether you're an urban dweller curious about rural life or a fellow farm enthusiast, you'll find something to love in the genuine and heartfelt conversations of Jena & MP. 
Subscribe today and be a part of their journey as they cultivate a deeper appreciation for the remarkable world of agriculture.

Beyond The Crops Mary Pat Sass + Jena Ochsner

    • Education
    • 4.9 • 146 Ratings

Jena & MP bring a unique perspective to the world of agriculture, offering a blend of humor, heart, and wisdom honed from their combined years on the farm. With a deep passion for their families, their farms, and the communities they call home, these two farmwives delve into the daily triumphs and tribulations that come from rural living.
They discuss everything from the latest advancements in agriculture and the art of balancing family with farm duties to the time-honored traditions and recipes that make life on the farm so special. Their stories will make you laugh, tug at your heartstrings, and inspire you to see the beauty in the ordinary moments of life.
"Beyond The Crops" is not just a podcast for farmers; it's for anyone who appreciates the enduring values of hard work, resilience, and the simple joys of living close to the land. Whether you're an urban dweller curious about rural life or a fellow farm enthusiast, you'll find something to love in the genuine and heartfelt conversations of Jena & MP. 
Subscribe today and be a part of their journey as they cultivate a deeper appreciation for the remarkable world of agriculture.

    52. Permission to invest in YOU-Prioritizing Personal Growth When Saying Yes to You Feels Challenging

    52. Permission to invest in YOU-Prioritizing Personal Growth When Saying Yes to You Feels Challenging

    Kylie Epperson joins us this week as the first ever repeat guest on Beyond the Crops! The three of us are very passionate about encouraging women to find their roles and step into who YOU are meant to be on your farm, in your family, in life in general.  We share all the ways we have invested in ourselves through retreats, online courses, etc.  Whether it was for business or personal development, we all have gone to a retreat with something in mind and came away with so much more!  We hope this episode leaves you feeling empowered and WORTHY to invest in YOU!

    Tickets to Farm Wives Club THE EVENT here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/farmwivesclubtheevent/1205722?

    Connect with Kylie: https://kylieepperson.com/
    Follow Kylie on the gram: https://www.instagram.com/kylieepperson_/

    Connect with us outside of the podcast @‌jenaochsner and @‌marypat.sass @‌beyondthecrops_ 

    • 50 min
    51. Tillage For Dummies and Pre-Planting Encouragement

    51. Tillage For Dummies and Pre-Planting Encouragement

    Join us as we welcome our husbands back to the podcast. Today we're learning more about different tillage types and why we do them in words WE can understand! We also leave you with some encouragement going into the busy planting season.

    Link to the heated lunchbox Josh uses. 

    The “salty water” we couldn’t stop talking about is our favorite electrolytes from LMNT. We all drink at least 1 pack every single day. The boys beg for salty water, they love it too!! Use this link and get a free sample pack with your first order: Get a discount at Drink LMNT, Inc.

    • 43 min
    50. How Functional Medicine Healed Chronic Migraines and Lyme Disease

    50. How Functional Medicine Healed Chronic Migraines and Lyme Disease

    Welcome back to Beyond the Crops, on this episode we’re starting a new series, Backroad Real Talk, where we explore more personal topics we care about. This week we’re sharing our experiences with functional medicine.

    Today Jena is sharing the health journey that she's been on and how she finally got my migraines under control after TWELVE years of suffering with them weekly if not daily.

    Connect with us outside of the podcast @‌jenaochsner and @‌marypat.sass @‌beyondthecrops_

    • 52 min
    49. Planting Prep: How We're Physically and Mentally Preparing for the Most Important Pass of the Season.

    49. Planting Prep: How We're Physically and Mentally Preparing for the Most Important Pass of the Season.

    Planting is the most important pass of the season. It’s the only time the farmer gets to play offense and what happens during planting has a direct impact on yield and profitability. It is a BIG deal and it puts our farmers (and us as wives) under a LOT of stress. Tune in to hear HOW and WHY we are diligently preparing for this important season. There is a lot to get ready on the farm, but there is also a lot we are doing to get our bodies and minds ready as well!
    Breville Touch Espresso Machine on a MAJOR sale: 
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    Jena’s favorite coffee - Purity Coffee: 
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    Connect with us outside of the podcast @‌jenaochsner and @‌marypat.sass @‌beyondthecrops_

    • 41 min
    48. Celebrating National Ag Day, Daylight Savings Drama, + a Looming Tik Tok Ban

    48. Celebrating National Ag Day, Daylight Savings Drama, + a Looming Tik Tok Ban

    It’s not secret that Daylight Savings Time absolutely sucks. BUT did you know that there is scientific proof that this hour shift in time has detrimental effects on our mental and physical health and even causes deaths every year?! Tune in to hear the history behind DST and WHY it is time for the clock to run out on DST.
    Is the clock running out on TikTok too?! The US government is trying to force a sale of TikTok or ban it from US app stores impacting millions of people and the income of an astronomical amount of American families. Even worse, is this violating our first amendment? Hear our take!
    Connect with us outside of the podcast @‌jenaochsner and @‌marypat.sass @‌beyondthecrops_

    • 27 min
    47. Why We Don't Have Health Insurance: All About Christian Healthcare Ministries

    47. Why We Don't Have Health Insurance: All About Christian Healthcare Ministries

    We're excited to finally bring you a highly requested episode from Christian Healthcare Ministries (CHM), a faith-based healthcare cost-sharing ministry. CHM operates on the principle of Christians helping fellow Christians with their medical bills. They offer various programs tailored to different needs and budgets, providing an alternative to traditional health insurance.
    In this episode, we'll deep dive how CHM was a pivotal part of MP and Jena both stepping away from their full time off the farm jobs that previously provided traditional health insurance coverage. We'll also discuss the benefits of healthcare cost-sharing ministries and why/how both of our families have felt so much peace since leaving conventional insurance behind, shedding light on how these programs function and who they may be suitable for.
    Tune in as we explore this unique approach, how Christian Healthcare Ministries aligns with the values of our families, and how it has been an affordable and faith-based solution to our healthcare costs.
    Learn more about CHM here: 
    Home - Christian Healthcare Ministries
    If you’re interested in joining or have more questions please don’t hesitate to reach out to MP or Jena!
    Connect with us outside of the podcast @‌jenaochsner and @‌marypat.sass @‌beyondthecrops_

    • 36 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
146 Ratings

146 Ratings

hawg79 ,

Love!

Just love these ladies! What great ambassadors for Agriculture!

Courtw99 ,

Relatable and Informative!

The functional medicine episode is amazing. I am not in a stage of motherhood yet, but the episodes like this one help to make me feel prepared for when that time comes. Also, it was a good reminder that you can work in conventional ag, and be crunchy at the same time!

WARDRILES ,

LOVE IT

I love MP and Jenna! Such great people to look up to as mamas, business owners, and farm wives. Their podcast has brought so much joy and inspiration to me. Encourages me as a wife, mama, and farmer. Y’all keep it up! I’ll be here to listen!

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