All Episodes

Season 5 Episode 19: Growing Our World: Join Peggy with Justin Johnson from Hullett Marsh in Huron County to find out about tall grass and prairie conservation.

Season 5 Episode 18: Kitchen Garden: Join Peggy with Lambton County archivist Nicole Aszalos to discover local, historical recipes as far back as the year 1826.

Season 5 Episode 17: A Farmer’s Life: Join Peggy with Keith Currie, President of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture to hear about family farming across our nation.

Season 5 Episode 16: Helping Hearts: join Peggy with baker Janet Cullen from Forest Fritter Friends to find out about foodservice training for adults with developmental disabilities.

Season 5 Episode 15: Growing Our World: Join Peggy with Katerina Atanassova, Senior Curator of Canadian Art to discover Helen McNicoll’s paintings about farmyards and orchards.

Season 5 Episode 14:" Kitchen Garden: Join Peggy with Amy Turnbull from the London Middlesex Master Gardens to learn about getting the most out of the growing season with succession planting"

Season 5 Episode 12: “Helping Hearts: Join Peggy with Kathy MacKay from the Middlesex London Food Policy Council to learn about a vision for our local food system.”

Season 5 Episode 13: “A Farmer’s Life: Join Peggy with Senator Rob Black to hear about a life of leadership in agri-food".

Season 5 Episode 11:“Growing Our World: Join Peggy with Jessica King from the Long Point Regional Conservation Authority to discover what citizen science is and how apps like iNaturalist Canada help report rare and at-risk species.”

Season 5 Episode 10:“Kitchen Garden: Join Peggy with family farmers Nathan Tebokkel and Alex Chesney from Thames River Melons to learn about bees and this year’s honey season.”

Season 5 Episode 9:“A Farmer’s Life: Join Peggy with Mackenna Roth from the  Middlesex Federation of Agriculture to hear about local flowers and new beginnings.”

Season 5 Episode 8:“Helping Hearts: Join Peggy with Hugh Fletcher, Lucia Lilbourne, and Bev Hughes to honour inductees to the Middlesex Agricultural Hall of Fame.”

Season 5 Episode 7: “ Growing Our World: Join Peggy with Craig Paterson, biologist at the St. Clair Regional Conservation Authority, to hear about the return of softshell turtles to our area.”

Season 5 Episode 6: “ Kitchen Garden: Join Peggy with Madaline Wilson, long-time home gardener, as we discuss excitement for a new food growing season.”

Season 5 Episode 5: “A Farmer’s Life: Join Peggy with Bonnie Sitter and Colin Field to honour the Farmerettes, girls working on farms in the 1940’s."

Season 5 Episode 3:“Growing Our World: Join Peggy with family farmers Chris and Vivian Crump to hear about the return of bluebirds and many more birds"

Season 5 Episode 4:"Helping Hearts: Join Peggy with Jim Collins, Founder of Harvest Hands Canada to hear about addressing hunger"

Season 5 Episode 2:Kitchen Garden: Join Peggy with Connor Flynn, “The Preserving Chef”, to celebrate rhubarb and asparagus season

Season 5 Episode 1: “A Farmer’s Life: Join Peggy with Ruth Talbot from the Middlesex Federation of Agriculture to honour farm moms”.

Season 3 Episode 52: “Hear how communities across Canada help out close to home in order to find unity and hope through food”.

Season 3 Episode 51: "Find out how the whole family can meet local cheese makers while enjoying a day of rural sights and agricultural history on the Oxford County Cheese Trail ."

Season 3 Episode 50:“Learn about farm vehicle road safety and why farmers need your help”

Season 3 Episode 49: “Discover from Margaret Hudson, President and CEO of Burnbrae Farms, how women in agri-food leadership can build a legacy for the future”.

Season 3 Episode 48: “Learn how two artisan bakers and jam makers create storybook memories for people of all ages”.

Season 3 Episode 47: “Find out what school age children across Canada are doing to help our bees for World Bee Day”

Season 3 Episode 46: “Hear how Margaret Hudson, President and CEO of Burnbrae Farms, embodies and envisions a future for women in leadership”

Season 3 Episode 45: Learn how ecological farmers work together to lead research on their farms and share their findings

Season 3 Episode 44: Discover how Canadians enjoy the history, heritage and culture of food and drink across the nation.

Season 3, Episode 43: Hear how a Canadian botanist and gardening author appreciates the joys of nature through botanical illustration.

Season 3, Episode 42: Find out how the Stratford Chefs School inspires the next generation of culinary artists in food sustainability

Season 3 Episode 41: An ecological farmer featured in a series by the National Farmers’ Union.

Season 3 Episode 40: Discover how Ontario’s historical agri-food buildings, tools, and way of life is preserved, and how you can experience it for a day.

Season 3 Episode 39: Learn how maple syrup is graded, and where to enjoy maple-season activities across Ontario.

Season 3 Episode 38: Find out how to enjoy every moment of this year’s home growing season by attracting wildlife and songbirds to your garden.

Season 3 Episode 37: Hear how a local country girl reflects on and celebrates her rural life.

Season 3 Episode 36: Discover the ways that conservationists and ranchers collaborate to protect wildlife, and contribute to World Wildlife Day (March 3, 2024)

Season 3 Episode 35: Learn how soups and stews keep us nourished and warm our hearts throughout the Winter months.

Season 3 Episode 34: Find out how a food waste app is helping consumers save money and eat well, while businesses avoid losses.

Season 3 Episode 33: Learn how vertical growing technology is transforming local food production all year long.

Season 3 Episode 32: Learn how one community garden plans for Spring and for another season of sharing good, local food.

Season 3 Episode 31: Discover the ways that local programming contributes to the aims of World Wetlands Day

Season 3 Episode 30: Find out why restaurants across Canada are going green and how it helps build their brand and profits.

Season 3 Episode 29: Learn how partnerships with small scale farmers in the Global South is creating a movement for change.

Season 3 Episode 28: Learn about a father and daughter’s unique relationship working together at a local farmer’s market throughout the seasons.

Season 3 Episode 27: Discover the ways that vision and leadership in rural communities sets the stage for new beginnings in agri-food.

Season 3 Episode 26: Find out why past and present reflections on faith and fellowship in farming are part of the holiday season.

Season 3 Episode 25: Learn how cranberries are grown and harvested by a family-run farm and business.

Season 3 Episode 24: Learn about holiday baking across generations, and the ways knowledge is transferred across time and place.

Season 3, Episode 23: Discover how a national, interdisciplinary network collaborates on regenerative soil management, and what is planned for World Soil Day (Dec. 5th)

Season 3, Episode 22: Find out how an urban farm prepares their gardens for Winter, and hear their plans for community events throughout the season.

Season 3 Episode 21: Hear about the importance of finding credible agri-food information and where to locate it.

Season 3 Episode 20: Learn about agriculture’s unique cultural heritage and how farmers’ values, beliefs, and ways of living influence the world today.

Season 3 Episode 19: Discover how financial health and literacy impact food insecurity, and what education is available to help overcome challenges.

Season 3 Episode 18: Find out how culinary artists hone their craft and create the next generation of inspired eating, and how to enjoy in-season root vegetables.

Season 3 Episode 17: Hear about the ways that, for over a century, Canadians have come together to celebrate rural quality of life at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.

Season 3 Episode 16: Learn what is happening across the globe on World Food Day (October 16th), and see how small changes at home can make a big difference.

Season 3 Episode 15: Find out what is happening for Fall on local, family-run farms, including apple-picking, visits to the pumpkin patch, and farmgate markets

Season 3 Episode 14:- Discover ways to avoid waste in school lunches, and what is being done across Canada in support of a universal school food program.

Season 3 Episode 13: Hear about innovative research on mandatory food system literacy in public education for Grades 1-12.

Season 3 Episode 12: Hear how farmers stand together across Canada to participate in the United Nations’ decade of Family Farmers (2019-2028)

Season 3 Episode 11: Find out how folklore imparts knowledge about life in agri-food from days gone by, and how it helps inform our world today

Season 3, Episode 10: Learn how community supported agriculture works, and the ways farmers and consumers collaborate to reduce food loss and waste.

Season 3, Episode 9: Discover how youth across Canada learn leadership skills and make a difference in their communities in agri-food.

Season 3 Episode 8: Hear how individuals across Canada contribute to the United Nations’ decade for eco-system restoration

Season 3 Episode 7: Find out how an inclusive community garden shares the harvest in every sense.

Season 3 Episode 6: Learn how technology-enabled food rescue along with dedicated volunteers and staff create a significant impact in their community.

Season 3 Episode 5: Discover how agri-food economists contribute to policy and everyday life in order to balance production and consumption.

Season 3 Episode 4: Hear how two innovators inspire peace and love through flowers and…local honey!

Season 3 Episode 3: Find out how a desire to help turned into an expansive urban rooftop garden that contributes to a flourishing community.

Season 3 Episode 2: Learn what is happening on an Alberta beef farm and how food loss can be managed through an innovative program.

Season 3, Episode 1: Discover how philosophers use logic and other methods to find answers and how this relates to food questions of the day.

Season 2, Episode 52: Hear how nature and spirituality meet to honor and protect bees—800 species across the world, as we look forward to this year’s World Bee Day.

Season 2, Episode 51: Find out what is happening in how growing at the start of a new season and how to practice safety from lifting to sunscreen and soil testing.

Season 2, Episode 50: Learn why it is important to learn about nutrition, food safety and how to plan meals on a budget.

Season 2, Episode 49: Discover how farmers work to preserve the soil, research ecological best practices, and share their work with each other and the world.

Season 2, Episode 48: Hear how farmers advance their profession and network, advocate for farmland preservation and plan for Spring.

Season 2, Episode 47: Find out what one Canadian community is doing to clean up its river banks and to improve the environment through community action.

Season 2, Episode 46: Learn why avoiding food waste and loss through food rescue is an important social action to help feed hungry families.

Season 2, Episode 45: Discover how family gardening is a creative process and how each new season is a new canvass to explore.

Season 2, Episode 44: Hear how staff, volunteers, partners, and communities collaborate to protect fisheries, freshwater ecosystems, and coldwater resources for our future generations.

Season 2, Episode 43: Find out what a “year in the life” is like for Canada’s oldest seed company, while learning about indoor planting and planning for a new gardening season.

Season 2, Episode 42: Learn how to use up groceries, transform leftovers, and love every bite, while helping our planet by avoiding food waste

Season 2, Episode 41: Discover how farmers partner to restore and preserve Canada’s wetlands as we celebrate World Wildlife Day, coming up on March 3rd.

Season 2, Episode 40: Hear how Ontario plans to work together to strengthen our agri-food sector, support economic growth, and ensure an on-going high quality food supply.

Season 2, Episode 39: Discover how local businesses are strengthening their connection to nature by turning food waste into resources, decreasing demand for landfill, and reducing greenhouse gases.

Season 2, Episode 38: Learn how zero-waste groceries, borrowing cooking tools, and repairing small kitchen appliances helps connect people to the planet and each other.

Season 2, Episode 37: Find out why farmers’ dedication and expertise should be part of every agri-food dialogue today.

Season 2, Episode 36: Discover how a Canada-wide, family-run egg business contributes to innovations in agriculture and sustainable development.

Season 2, Episode 35: Hear how farmers are sharing their stories to protect Ontario farmland now and in the future.

Season 2, Episode 34: Discover how new and expert gardeners alike can plan for a new season of home growing.

Season 2, Episode 33: Find out more about the Hunger Count 2022 report and hear hope for the New Year through the HUB of Opportunities.

Season 2, Episode 32: Hear reflections and Christmas wishes from the farm including patience, kindness, joy, and much more.

Season 2, Episode 31: Discover the origins and modern interpretations of old-fashioned holiday home-baked goodies from gingerbread to Christmas cake.

Season 2, Episode 30: Management & Innovations in Soil Health

Season 2, Episode 29: Inspiration, Education & Having the Right Resources

Season 2, Episode 28: Coordinating, Expanding & Advancing Waste Management in Ontario

Season 2, Episode 27: Family Farming, Building Community & Sustainability

Season 2, Episode 26: Discover how a local, small business teaches authentic cooking skills while promoting trying new recipes at home.

Season 2, Episode 25: Learn how adults with all abilities learn transferable skills training in urban agriculture and more.

Season 2, Episode 24: Find out the ways farmers and ranchers promote environmental stewardship through nature-based land innovations.

Season 2, Episode 23: Discover and celebrate local food at the “Know Your Food - Grow, Eat, Understand” event coming up at the Western Fair on November 5th

Season 2, Episode 22: Hear about initiatives across the globe to address the theme, “leave no one behind” for World Food Day (October 16th).

Season 2, Episode 21: Discover how local, family farmers embrace innovation and soil health as we celebrate Ontario Agriculture Week (October 3rd-9th).

Season 2, Episode 20: Learn how a new, local business manages its environmental footprint while growing microgreens in the city.

Season 2, Episode 19: Find out about year-round Canadian agriculture and agri-food solutions as we observe the United Nation’s International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste (September 29th).

Season 2, Episode 18: Hear an Ontario student’s perspective on and successes from learning about nutrition and food systems in high school.

Season 2, Episode 17: Discover the role of fall fairs in celebrating local agriculture heritage, and find out everything you need to know to enjoy the Ilderton Fair.

Season 2, Episode 16: Learn about urban pollination projects and the importance of bees.

Season 2, Episode 15: Find out about the research and progress happening in our community in food and organic waste management.

Season 2, Episode 14: Hear about local, family farm-led markets and their importance in society.

Season 2, Episode 13: Discover the Middlesex County Culinary Guide for local recipes, food attractions, restaurants, farms, markets and much more—all, close to home!

Season 2, Episode 12: Learn how fruit picking and sharing in urban orchards is improving community food sustainability.

Season 2, Episode 11: Learn about family farming and environmental conservation, and…where to get local, in-season sunflower oil!

Season 2, Episode 10: Discover how to avoid food waste and manage your food budget while studying at university.

Season 2, Episode 10: Discover how to avoid food waste and manage your food budget while studying at university.

Season 2, Episode 9: Hear how agri-food businesses are “greening” their operations in our region.

Season 2, Episode 8: Discover diversity in our “ways of knowing” about life processes in our food system.

Season 2, Episode 7: Learn how a local seed company started and how to read seed packet labels.

Season 2, Episode 6: Find out what sustainable eating is and how our community supports this way of life.

Season 2, Episode 5: Hear about Canada’s recently published dietary guidelines for health professionals and policy makers.

Season 2, Episode 4: Discover historical food tips to help families today and find “your place at the table”.

Season 2, Episode 3: Learn mistakes to avoid when planning your edible garden

Season 2, Episode 2: Find out how to spring cleaning your yard by managing garden waste and composting.

Season 2, Episode 1: Hear about healthy school food and food literacy advocacy in the upcoming Ontario election.

Episode #52: Learn why and how a next generation baker became interested in family recipes, traditional baking methods, and how she puts new twists on her family’s favorites.

Episode #51: Hear what factors you should consider and permits you may need when planning to add or modify a shed or other garden structure to support your backyard growing.

Episode #50: Learn ways you can help with school food policy currently under discussion and how you can participate in The Great Big Crunch campaign coming up on March 10, 2022.

Episode #49: Learn about life in the sugar bush, the process for making maple syrup, and the different grades of maple products.

Episode #48: Find out how a multi-generational dairy farm family has developed a new product, partners in research, and contributes to the community while preserving the environment.

Episode #47: Learn about the pressures farmers face today from food prices, to workload, legacy planning, stress, and more, and how we can find the way forward together.

Episode #46: Hear about London’s Urban Agriculture Strategy and what to consider when planning next season’s garden, from space layout, to buildings and plants.

Episode #45: Food Fund Inc.

Episode #44: Consumer Trust in the Agri-Food System

Episode #43: Learn about the “fish on fences” community art program and ways to help protect our watersheds and aqua life by making small changes at home.

Episode #42: Discover what is growing in gardens this winter, how to enjoy the beauty of your plants in the cold months, and ways to get started as a master gardener.

Episode #41: Learn about the national Love Food Hate Waste program and ways to jumpstart the New Year by planning meals, using what is your cupboards, and keeping food fresh

Episode #40: Christmas On The Farm

Episode #39: The Organic Council of Ontario on organic framing and standards

Episode #38: Discover what is happening in our city in food waste management, composting, the green bin program and much more

Episode #37: What's in season? Healthy Holiday Eating

Episode #36: Discussing a report on solutions to food waste with the National Zero Waste Council

Episode #35: Learn what indigenous food sovereignty is and what factors contribute to cultural food insecurity, as well as hear about the Northern Ontario Indigenous Food Sovereignty Collaborative.

Episode #34: Learn about the rate of and reasons behind the disappearance of farmland, and what changes could be made to preserve agricultural soil for our future

Episode #33: Discover how permaculture (a coined term combining “permanent” and “agriculture”) is a method of composting and land management designed to regenerate the soil using a holistic, integrative approach based on the laws of nature.

Episode #32: Find out how London joins communities across Canada to retrieve and redistribute surplus food that is healthy and safe in order to feed families, students, and others while reducing food waste destined for dumpsters or landfill.

Episode #31: Learn what food cooperatives are and how members get to decide what is stocked on the grocery shelves as well as the sources and quality standards for the food items available on the shelves, as a means of contributing to a flourishing food system.

Episode #30: Find out what the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization is doing to promote World Food Day, in order to help raise awareness on ways we can build a flourishing food system for the entire human family.

Episode #29: Discover how a food literacy for students program helps kids across our city and region learn about where food comes from, how to grow your own food, and prepare delicious meals from scratch.

Episode #28: Find out how the power of nature combined with modern technologies can close the loop on food waste and soil restoration while transforming waste into high-value products to improve agricultural efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and prevent soil erosion for our future generations.

Episode #27: Learn what farmers are doing across a variety of topics and how they build community connections through special events such as the upcoming Breakfast from the Farm at Western Fair on October 2nd.

Episode #26: Hear from a fourth-generation family apple grower about life in the orchard and favorite ways to enjoy one of the season’s most loved and versatile fruits.

Episode #25: Find out why the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization is celebrating a Year of Fruits and Vegetables and get tips on home freezing to preserve farm-fresh fruits and vegetables to enjoy all year long.

Episode #24: Discover how the world’s first commercial rooftop greenhouse located on an industrial building in Montreal, Quebec, proves that high-yield, year-round farming is a sustainable, and commercially viable way to feed cities delicious, locally produced vegetables.

Episode #23: From farm to plate, hear about innovations in sustainability in Canadian egg farming and the ways that the principles of reduce, reuse, and recycle achieve a efficient and effective circular economy.

Episode #22: Learn how education is a factor in food insecurity and why it is important to find reliable sources of information across Canada’s agri-food sectors.

Episode #21: Find out how a celebrated cookbook author got started and get inspiration and information about home canning and preserving—just in time for the Fall harvest!

Episode #20: Discover how lambs graze sustainably using solar panel technology and how the cost and use of farmland place pressures on our flourishing food system now and in the future.

Episode #19: Hear about Food Day Canada initiatives and learn tips from a senior cookery instructor and purchasing expert on how to develop purchasing practices that can help reduce food waste.

Episode #18: Learn about the economic pressures in the Canadian food production system and how to get value for every food dollar by selecting foods that are nutritious and affordable.

Episode #17: Hear Alan Malloux’s (Downie Street Bakehouse) thoughts about life in artisanal bread baking and get insider tips on achieving the perfect sourdough at home.

Episode #16: Discover what revitalizing urban land is and how using city green space can make significant contributions to both agricultural and social enterprises while making a difference in the lives of our community.

Episode #15: Learn strategies from a professional chef on ways household food inventory can be managed for optimum efficiency and how food storage is vital to saving money and avoiding spoilage.

Episode #14: Learn how the availability of affordable, nutritious, and culturally desirable food is important to our community and the ways in which a diversified food system can contribute favorably to our future.

Episode #13: Learn how a family farm evolved to provide “flavor comes first”, seasonal produce including strawberries. Find out Shawna Johnson's (from the Hutchison Farm) advice to make the tastiest jam ever.

Episode #11: Discover how designing an urban farm has contributed to a flourishing food system while creating awareness and building community.

Episode #12: Hear Daria Allen’s thoughts on why, in today’s busy world, many people have returned to baking bread, making salad dressing and more. Daria is an author and owner of the Ballymaloe Cookery School in County Cork, Ireland.

Episode #10: Find out the ways household food waste can be avoided by understanding and purchasing quality ingredients.

Episode #9: Learn what Canada’s Food Policy is and where households can find more information to contribute to a flourishing food system at home and beyond.

Episode #8: Find out what Darina Allen, celebrated author and owner of Ballymaloe Cookery School, Co. Cork, Ireland discovered in researching local variations of common recipes and why she decided to write the book, Forgotten Skills of Cooking.

Episode #7: Discover how home growing can connect you to the soil and humanity and why it is fun to create a flourishing food system at home.

Episode #6: (Part 2) Recent UN report and statistics on global food waste. Find out what you can do at home to reduce waste, how to support your community to address hunger and other ways you can help governments collaborate to feed a hungry planet.

Episode #5: Philosophy, Food and Persuasion. Learn why philosophy is more important than ever in today’s conversations about food and how you can use philosophy to understand persuasion.

Episode #4: Return to traditional food preparation methods. Find out what Sarah Hood predicted 10 years ago about household approaches to food preparation and the ways that you can easily and successfully try canning, pickling, and preserving in-season, local fruit and vegetables.

Episode # 3: Creativity and home growing. Find out what city farming is and how you can become a home grower by using your creativity and ingenuity to contribute to a flourishing food system right in your own backyard.

Episode #2: Recently published UN report and statistics on global food waste

Episode #1: The purpose of food. Find out how food unifies the human family, what the body does with food and how nutrition relates to a person's life chances.