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Fill Your Plate NOW

Fill Your Plate NOW

By: Tammy Baker and Julie Murphree
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Imagine knowing exactly where your food comes from, supporting local farmers, and enjoying meals that are not only fresh and delicious but also cost-effective. By bridging the gap between you and the source of your sustenance, we're not just feeding bodies; we're enriching lives. Embrace this journey to wellness and wealth, where every bite brings you closer to the farm gate and further from what's unhealthy. Join the movement that's making consumers healthier, happier, and financially food-shopping wiser. In this podcast, you'll learn about sustainable farming practices, nutritional home-cooking hacks, food and farm technology all from the farm girl, Julie Murphree, and the nutrition Ninja, Tammy Baker.2025 Art Cooking Food & Wine
Episodes
  • Large Animal Vet Life, Dairy Regulations & Consumer Myths: Inside Look with Dr. Kandice Runyon

    Large Animal Vet Life, Dairy Regulations & Consumer Myths: Inside Look with Dr. Kandice Runyon
    Jun 25 2026

    Discover the real story behind dairy cow care with Dr. Kandice Runyon, DVM, Director of Animal Wellbeing at United Dairymen of Arizona (UDA). In this insightful episode of Fill Your Plate Now, the Ontario Veterinary College graduate and experienced dairy production medicine specialist shares her journey from growing up around Canadian family farms to international training in New Zealand, New Mexico, Israel, and Wisconsin. Dr. Runyon discusses the rewards and challenges of life as a large-animal veterinarian, a typical day on the job, and an unexpected moment while checking a cow's health. She addresses common misconceptions about dairy farming and farm animal welfare, explains key regulations and programs that ensure high standards of care, and details how dairies train workers to properly care for their animals. Learn fascinating facts about dairy cows: their unique biology, what they eat, how they convert feed into milk, and how their nutritional needs change throughout life. Dr. Runyon also highlights the three most important things every consumer should know about modern dairies and dairy cows. Whether you're a consumer, farmer, or simply curious about where your milk comes from, this episode provides transparent, expert-backed insights into bovine health, sustainable dairy practices, and animal wellbeing in today's dairy industry.

    Resources for Dr. Kandice Runyon, DVM | Director of Animal Wellbeing

    United Dairymen of Arizona Website | UDA Leadership Web Page

    Additional Resources

    Tammy Baker LinkedIn | Julie Murphree LinkedIn | AZ Milk Producers Website | Arizona Farm Bureau
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    49 mins
  • Arizona's 360 Days of Sunshine: How the Desert Became America's Winter Salad Bowl

    Arizona's 360 Days of Sunshine: How the Desert Became America's Winter Salad Bowl
    Jun 18 2026

    Discover how Arizona's incredible climate powers our state's agriculture. With over 300 days of blazing sunshine, mild desert winters, and diverse microclimates, the Grand Canyon State grows fresh vegetables when the rest of the country is frozen. From Yuma — the Winter Lettuce Capital of the World — supplying 90-100% of U.S. leafy greens in peak winter months, to robust harvests of dates, pecans, melons, and cotton, Arizona farmers turn sunshine and smart irrigation into a $31 billion economic powerhouse. In this episode of Fill Your Plate Now, we explore the "golden gift" of Arizona's solar abundance, record-breaking truckloads of fresh produce feeding the nation, and the innovation making desert farming a model for climate-resilient food production. Tune in to see how Arizona fills America's plates — every single day of the year.

    Resources for Julie Mirphree, Strategic Communications Director at the Arizona Farm Bureau Federation

    Julie Murphree LinkedIn | Arizona Farm Bureau

    Additional Resources

    Tammy Baker LinkedIn | AZ Milk Producers Website |
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    17 mins
  • Life & Legacy on Desperado Dairy

    Life & Legacy on Desperado Dairy
    Jun 11 2026
    Join us on a captivating journey into the heart of agriculture and dairy farming at Desperado Dairy. In this podcast, we sit down with Casey and Andrea Dugan, proud owners and a 4th-generation dairy family, as they share the triumphs and tribulations of operating Desperado Dairy. Discover the intricate and rewarding life on the farm, where caring for their beloved cows, dedicated workers, and passionate community is at the forefront of everything they do. From the daily challenges of dairy farming to their innovative practices that ensure safe, nutritious, and affordable products for consumers, this podcast reveals the dedication and evolution of a modern-day dairy operation. Tune in for a blend of heartfelt stories, industry insights, and a celebration of sustainability in agriculture. Whether you're an aspiring farmer or just curious about where your milk comes from, this podcast is your ticket to understanding the legacy and love behind the life of Desperado Dairy.

    Resources for Casey and Andrea Dugan | Desperado Dairy

    United Dairymen of Arizona Website | Instagram

    Additional Resources

    Tammy Baker LinkedIn | Julie Murphree LinkedIn | AZ Milk Producers Website | Arizona Farm Bureau
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    43 mins
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