Farm to Market Podcast: Recent Episodes
Charlie Amos
Dr. Derrell Peel and Charlie Amos discuss all things Agricultural and how its products get to consumer's hands. They dive in to history of production and the influences Ag has had on modern society.
Derrell and Charlie discuss the strange and apparently true story of two wayward green colored youths in rural England.
Charlie and Derrell discuss the impact of the severe winter of 1886/87 and the challenges of the current cattle market. This episode was recorded in late 2022.
Derrell and Charlie discuss the history of barbwire. No blood was spilled in the making of this episode.
A blast of winter weather didn't keep Charlie and Derrell from getting together to bring Christmas greetings to the Farm to Market world.
Charlie and Derrell discuss the history of denim and the role of blue jeans in the development of the U.S.
Charlie and Derrell discuss how peddlers delivered products for rural folks in a world before Amazon.
In this latest edition of the Farm to Market 501 sessions, Derrell visits with Charles Nichols, educator and long-time rancher in Arnett, Oklahoma.
Derrell welcomes Dr. Brett Carver, OSU Professor and Director of the Wheat Improvement Team to talk about how a constant stream of OSU wheat varieties provides better products for producers and consumers.
Derrell visits with Dr. Hannah Shear, whose Kentucky roots shape her agricultural teaching and research at Oklahoma State University.
In early May, Charlie and Derrell visited about manmade attempts at making rain. It must have worked because Oklahoma has had considerable rain since then.
Derrell visits with Dr. Jared Taylor about his work in public health as a veterinarian.
Derrell and Cody Peel discuss the role of fire and cooking in the development of modern man.
Derrell visits with Dr. Trey Malone about his research on consumer behavior, food supply chains and food marketing.
Derrell and Cody Peel discuss the history, food and cultural melting pot that is New Orleans.
While in Florida, Derrell visits with Gene Lollis, ranch manager of Buck Island Ranch, about cattle ranching, conservation, and marketing local beef.
Derrell visits with Cliff Coddington, current president of the Florida Cattlemen's Association and manager of the Longino ranch, about diversified agricultural and conservation programs in Florida.
Derrell visits with Melaina Lewis, Director of Communications with the National Fisheries Institute about the seafood industry. Just so you know, the top ten species of seafood are shrimp, salmon, canned tuna, Alaska Pollock, tilapia, cod, catfish, crab, pangasius and clams
Derrell visits with Flint Johns, ranch manager for one of the largest cattle ranches in the country, about the challenges and opportunities of ranching in Florida's semi-tropical environment.
Derrell and Charlie count down songs about Oklahoma. Many you are familiar with and some you may have never heard.
Derrell and Charlie bring you another small town salute just in time for your 2022 Oklahoma travels.
Derrell visits with Brady Sidwell about his innovative development of local agricultural and food supply chains.
After reminiscing about Charlie's garden adventures, Derrell visits with Casey Hentges, host of Oklahoma Gardening, about the challenges of gardening and landscaping in Oklahoma.
Don't just think of Los Angeles. California has a vibrant beef cattle industry with a rich history. Derrell visits with Clayton Koopmann, a fifth generation California cattle rancher.
Derrell visits with meat scientist Dr. Amanda Blair about her research on fetal programming and beef quality.
Derrell compares and contrasts feeder cattle auctions from Oklahoma to Nebraska to South Dakota.
In this episode Derrell visits with Kent Bacus, Senior Director of International Trade and Market Access for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association about the growing importance of beef trade.
Derrell and Cody Peel visit the historic town of Ingalls, Oklahoma, site of the little-known gun battle between lawmen and the Doolin-Dalton gang.
Derrell and Cody Peel visit Cahokia, the largest Mississippian culture site in the U.S.
Sue Hancock Jones of the National Ranching Heritage Center visits with Derrell about the museum in Lubbock, Texas and the story of ranching on the high plains.
Derrell visits with Meghan Grebner, who is a rarity among the ladies - she is an aficionado and connoisseur of whiskey and beer. Enjoy this fun and informative conversation.
At the National Cattlemen's Beef Association convention, Derrell visits with author and speaker Dr. Jayson Lusk about food industry issues and trends.
Charlie visit with Scott Alls from USDA Wildlife Services about their plans to eradicate feral hogs.
Back in Montana, Derrell visits with Joe McDonald about the history of Fort Connah, the Mission Valley and the Flathead Indian Reservation.
Derrell listens as Charlie describes his recent visit to the Department of Public Safety. Spoiler alert, there's a rant in this episode.
Derrell and Charlie discuss recent cyber attacks and impacts on agricultural industries.
Derrell visits with Robert York, CEO of National livestock, about the history of the company and the growing array of financial and marketing services available for cattle producers.
The president of the Oklahoma City National Stockyards, Kelli Payne, visits with Derrell about the legacy and ongoing success of the last of the original stockyards.
Derrell visits with Natalie Shirley, President and CEO of the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum about the history, mission, and programs of the museum. There is always something new to see at "The Cowboy".
The USDA Chief Economist, Dr. Seth Meyer, visits with Derrell about the role of the chief economist's office in USDA.
Tina Colby from the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service visits with Derrell about how market prices are reported for agricultural products.
Lyndall Stout, Director of Ag Communications Services at Oklahoma State University visits with Derrell about how agricultural information gets from the university to the public.
Dr. Brian Whitacre joins Derrell to discuss the progress in getting rural broadband to all parts of the country.
Derrell and Charlie discuss the history of Mules and their contributions to civilization.
Dr. Rosslyn Biggs combines country girl sensibilities with extensive training and experience in her position at the Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Biggs joins Derrell to discuss issues and needs of veterinarians and the cattle industry.
It's not the Wizard of Oz but it is tornado season. Dr. Amy Hagerman visits with FM about extension's role in helping communities prepare for and survive disasters.
Listen again to Charlie and Derrell's discussion of St. Patrick and the history of St. Paddy's day.
Derrell visits with Dr. Dave Lalman about increasing cow size and how that impacts beef industry efficiency.
Charlie and Derrell reunite to catch up after the storm-induced isolation of the past few weeks.
Derrell visits with Dr. Glenn Selk about his outstanding career as an area and state extension specialist and creator of the Cow-Calf Corner.
The recent winter storm disrupted many things including FM recording sessions. However, there is more to learn by listening again to this episode from 2019 originally entitled "Stories from Sugar Loaf".
Dr. Amy Hagerman visits with Derrell and provides an update on agricultural policy issues.
Derrell and Charlie visit with Oklahoma state statistician Troy Marshall about all that agricultural data from NASS.
Derrell and Charlie discuss some destinations to add to your getaway list. Also why you should maybe take it slow and avoid the interstates.
Blayne Arthur visits with Derrell and Charlie about her role as Secretary of Agriculture for the State of Oklahoma.
Derrell and Charlie expand on a previous dairy episode and discuss the wonderfully delicious internationally recognized cheese.
Dr. Bob Smith sits down with Derrell and Charlie to discuss some of the herd health challenges facing the beef cattle industry.
Derrell and Charlie discuss the different regional names for our nation's favorite foods and drinks.
It’s Christmas time! Cut that tree, fill those stockings and pour a cup of eggnog. Enjoy the show and Merry Christmas!
Derrell and Charlie highlight a few small towns worth visiting in this travel episode. Pack up the kids and soda pop for this latest audio trip.
Derrell and Charlie discuss the original food truck, better known as the "Chuck Wagon".
Derrell and Charlie discuss the growing poverty and hunger rate in the U.S. and how we can help those in need.
Derrell and Charlie discuss the relationship between Mother Nature's most vicious and vital storms and the people who live in their paths.
Dr. Dayton Lambert joins Derrell to discuss aquaculture and the production of catfish and tilapia.
Dr. Justin Talley joins the FM podcast to discuss ticks, spiders and the Luftwaffe of the insect world.
Derrell visits with area extension specialists about working in a multi-disciplinary team; the unique wheat-cattle complex; and a new Extension Experience podcast.
Derrell and Charlie catch up on the general state of Agriculture and how gender reveals relate to it.
Not your typical agricultural economist. Dr. Dayton Lambert joins Derrell to discuss his interesting journey from anthropology to experience in Africa, work in aquaculture and now a Ph.D. agricultural economist.
Dr. Bailey Norwood and Derrell discuss growing hops and other plants that walk the line between desirable flowers and problem weeds.
From edible cow hides to Paddlefish caviar, Dr Rodney Holcomb joins Derrell to discuss food product development and marketing.
Dr. Amy Hagerman joins Derrell to discuss the complex world of agricultural policy and why consumers should care about it.
Derrell sits down with Russ McAllister, owner of Montana Taxidermist, to discuss the art of taxidermy. It's a skill long associated with western decor and culture.
Cold or Hot it hits the spot. Derrell and Charlie discuss the history of canned deliciousness that is SPAM.
From sacred beverage of the ancient mesoamericans to everyday treat, Anthony Ruiz joins Derrell to discuss the pleasures of chocolate.
He's not the globe-trotting archaeologist, but he is a professor. Dr. Rodney Jones joins the FM crowd to discuss agricultural finance and centennial farming.
Derrell and Charlie discuss a list of what's considered the top 25 country songs about agriculture.
In the midst of burgers and hot dogs, join FM for a encore presentation of the Founding Farmers episode
Guest Anthony Ruiz joins Derrell for an in-depth discussion about coffee and how important it is to them and many other folks.
Derrell and Charlie discuss how volcanoes have affected them and agriculture in North America.
Derrell and Charlie reflect on their favorite road trips and places to visit in America.
Some time back Derrell visited with Dr. Stephanie Brault about USDA's Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the National Animal Health Monitoring System (NAHMS) data surveys.
Derrell and Charlie take a moment to recognize moms and the exceptional role they play in our lives. Try not to cry on this one.
Charlie and Derrell discuss the age-old confrontation between man and beast in agriculture.
Derrell and Charlie discuss leather and how it has shaped, protected and moved our civilization forward.
The FM microphone goes to Dr. Bailey Norwood's kitchen to follow a student project for the Farm to Fork class.
Charlie reaches out to Derrell from an undisclosed location via the FM hot line. They catch up and compare what’s going on to other times in history.
Charlie and Derrell take a few minutes to discuss the impacts so far of COVID-19 on food systems.
Derrell and Charlie discuss the man that compelled an island to convert and is celebrated by world-wide feasting and drinking.
Charlie and Derrell, the black sheep of ag academia, discuss the woolly history of Ovis aries production and the declining consumption of lamb in the United States.
Charlie and Derrell discuss baseball and the many agricultural connections to the game.
Dr. Bailey Norwood joins the FM podcast to discuss his popular interactive Farm to Fork class as well as research into why we eat what we eat.
From the Driftless Region to the Alamo. Charlie and Derrell catch up on recent travel and cattle meetings.
In our latest 501 session, internationally renown Dr. Merritt Taylor joins the FM podcast. Merritt discusses his beginnings farming in the shadows of New Mexico's Oregon Mountains to an academic career that would take him into the jungles of Bolivia, rice fields of Haiti to witnessing the wake of the Soviet Union on Russian soil.
Trenton Kissee joins the FM podcast to discuss the history of agriculture in the Creek Nation and how they were members of the original SEC conference.