Maine Farmcast

Maine Farmcast

University of Maine Cooperative Extension

Episodes 110
Avg. Duration 29m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (2)
Since May 2024
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Weekly
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Episodic
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99%
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About This Podcast

The Maine Farmcast features weekly conversations with experts from across the country sharing insights and advice for both new and seasoned farmers running operations of any size. Hosted by three livestock specialists from the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, the show brings you world-class expertise paired with practical advice about how to apply cutting-edge research to improve the efficiency and sustainability of your farming operation.

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Recent Episodes

Robots on the Dairy Farm

Jun 10, 2026 12m Transcript

In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira celebrates June Dairy Month with a solo episode on how robotics are shaping dairy farm management. She discusses the benefits and…

Don’t Do This: Farming Mistakes We’ve All Made with Dr. Richard Brzozowski

Jun 03, 2026 48m Transcript

In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Colt W. Knight is once again joined by Richard Brzozowski, professor emeritus and former Extension livestock specialist, for a practical and story-driven…

Little Boots, Big Lessons: Parenting on the Farm

May 27, 2026 28m Transcript

Raising kids on a farm comes with a unique mix of challenges, responsibilities and rewards. In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we dive into what it really means to parent in an agricultural…

From Barns to Biotech: The IDEXX Story and the Power of Diagnostics with Rick Linscott

May 20, 2026 43m Transcript

In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Glenda and Colt sit down with Rick Linscott, a retired senior scientist from IDEXX Laboratories, based in Westbrook, Maine. Rick reflects on his 35-year career…

A Passion for Wool: Spinning Stories and Sheep with Dr. Erin Percival Carter

May 13, 2026 31m Transcript

On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist with University of Maine Cooperative Extension, talks with Dr. Erin Percival…

Planning for Success in Animal Agriculture with Dr. Richard Brzozowski

May 06, 2026 40m Transcript

In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Colt W. Knight sits down with longtime colleague, mentor and former Extension administrator Richard Brzozowski to reflect on a lifetime in agriculture and…

Forage Quality: Preparing for a Successful First Cutting with Joe Lawrence

Apr 29, 2026 19m Transcript

On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, speaks with Joe Lawrence, dairy…

Revitalizing the Northeast Livestock Expo: Youth, Education, and Opportunity with Dana Brown

Apr 22, 2026 33m Transcript

In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight talks with Dana Brown, a dairy nutritionist, former president of the Maine Beef Producers Association and livestock producer, about the revival…

Insuring the Farm: What Every Producer Should Know with Courtney Morse

Apr 15, 2026 33m Transcript

In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Colt W. Knight sits down with Courtney Morse of Robinson Insurance Agency to discuss a topic many farmers avoid until it is too late: farm insurance. From…

Emerging Threats to Plant Health: A Discussion on Fusarium Diseases of Garlic With Dr. Alicyn Smart

Apr 08, 2026 20m Transcript

On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist for University of Maine Cooperative Extension, talks with Dr. Alicyn Smart, a…

Kick This Pig: 100 Episodes Later

Apr 01, 2026 42m Transcript

After 100 episodes of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight and Dr. Glenda Pereira take a moment to reflect on the journey. What started as a leap into the unknown has grown into a weekly podcast…

Why Maine Farmers Need Marketing, Not Just Better Fences with Erin Percival Carter

Mar 25, 2026 42m Transcript

In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, hosts Colt Knight and Glenda Pereira are joined by Dr. Erin Percival Carter, associate professor of marketing at the University of Maine, to examine one of the…

Corn Silage Hybrids: Understanding the Influence of Management, Weather and Genetics with Joe Lawrence

Mar 18, 2026 29m Transcript

In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, speaks with Joe Lawrence, dairy…

Inside the Sample: How DNA Testing Transforms Farm Management with Dr. Tom Rounsville

Mar 11, 2026 1h 4m Transcript

In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, hosts Colt and Glenda are joined by Dr. Tom Rounsville, an applied molecular genetics specialist with University of Maine Cooperative Extension, for an…

Maine's Most Influential Sheep: A History of the Katahdin Breed with Tom Hodgman

Mar 04, 2026 33m Transcript

On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Glenda and Colt are joined by returning guest Tom Hodgman. The conversation includes the origin story of the Katahdin sheep, a breed developed right here in…

Potatoes and Midcoast Maine with Brett Johnson

Feb 25, 2026 32m Transcript

On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, an assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, talks with Brett Johnson, an…

Robots, Research and Really Good Chocolate Milk with Patricia Henderson

Feb 18, 2026 38m Transcript

Glenda and Colt sit down with Patricia Henderson, farm superintendent of the J.F. Witter Center at the University of Maine. Henderson shares her journey from growing up on a diversified livestock…

Navigating Vet School Applications with Maddy Philbrick (Part 2)

Feb 11, 2026 23m Transcript

On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Maddy…

Navigating Vet School Applications with Maddy Philbrick (Part 1)

Feb 04, 2026 22m Transcript

On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, talks with Maddy Philbrick, a…

Diagnosing Plant Problems with Dr. Alicyn Smart

Jan 28, 2026 24m Transcript

On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr.…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Maine Farmcast have?

Maine Farmcast has published 110 episodes since May 2024, covering topics in Education, Science.

Is Maine Farmcast still active?

Maine Farmcast is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 29m.

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