Farm Credit AgVocates Podcast

On this episode of the Farm Credit AgVocates podcast, Jenny Kreisher interviews Jeremy Willet, musician-turned-agriculturalist and owner/operator of Willet Family Farm in Westminster, Maryland. While Jeremy was touring the world with his band, he found inspiration on a trip to Africa, leading him to partner with ChildFund International to help them tell their story and garner involvement at the local level. Today, Willet Family Farm offers guests truly unique outdoor experiences, and fosters an environment of inclusivity. We hope his story inspires you as much as it did us!
Episode Notes: https://www.mafc.com/blog/agvocates-podcast-jeremy-willet
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On this episode of the Farm Credit AgVocates podcast, Meaghan Webster explores a current trend sweeping rural America that is surprisingly “small”. Nick and Tessa MacDonald in Camden-Wyoming, Delaware decided to ditch debt and downsize their living quarters back in 2019 and began working up a plan to build a tiny home on a couple acres.
Episode Notes: https://www.mafc.com/blog/agvocates-podcast-nick-tessa-macdonald
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On this episode of the Farm Credit AgVocates podcast, we interviewed Jim Brown, the Assistant Manager of Creamery Operations at Penn State University’s Berkey Creamery.
In this episode, you’ll learn about the Creamery’s start, how it’s evolved over the years, and it’s place in Penn State’s culture today. And, for all you wondering, the most popular flavor is not Peachy Paterno!
Episode Notes: https://www.mafc.com/blog/agvocates-podcast-jim-brown
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On this episode of the Farm Credit AgVocates Podcast, we interviewed Dr. MeeCee Baker, President and CEO of Versant Strategies in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Versant Strategies is a premier governmental relations firm focused on agricultural, environmental, and rural issues.
In this episode, you’ll learn how MeeCee transitioned from teaching ag education for 20 years to advocating for Pennsylvania agriculture with Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture and eventually leading the charge at Versant Strategies. MeeCee has overcome many barriers in the industry and works hard to stand up for the ag community in PA.
Episode Notes: mafc.com/blog/agvocates-podcast-meecee-baker
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On the third and final episode of our Farm Transition Planning series, guest host Darlene Livingston, Executive Director from PA Farm Link interviews Jody Anderson Leighty, attorney with Stock and Leader in York, PA. We explore legal considerations in farm family transitions, and Jody shares her expertise. We also dive into the issues that come along with succession planning, business planning and more.

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Episode Notes: https://www.mafc.com/blog/agvocates-podcast-jody-anderson-leighty
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