Stories from the Field

🎙️ Episode 9 is here! Not only is this the first episode we ever recorded,but it’s also a special interview between P&E Committee Co‑Chair Maci and her dad. Tune in to learn all about Delmarva’s broiler chicken industry and hear their conversation from a truly unique perspective.Stories from the Field shares real stories from Delaware’sfarming community. Follow along to get a behind-the-scenes look at local ag, hear from DEFB members, and discover the diversity of farming in the First State! Episodes are released monthly on the third Friday. Thispodcast is a Delaware Farm Bureau production, presented by the Delaware Farm Bureau Promotion & Engagement Committee.

🎙️ Episode 8 is here! In honor of International Women’s Month, we sat down with Amy Hopkins of Hopkins Farm to talk about the vital role women play in agriculture. Tune in to this episode to hear her story and insights.Stories from the Field shares real stories from Delaware’s farming community. Follow along to get a behind-the-scenes look at local ag, hear from DEFB members, and discover the diversity of farming in the First State!Episodes are released monthly on the third Friday. This podcast is a Delaware Farm Bureau production, presented by the Delaware Farm Bureau Promotion & Engagement Committee.

🎙️ Episode 7 is here! This month, we sat down with Emerson Hickey, who will be serving as the 2026 Delaware Farm Bureau Ambassador. Tune in to learn more about Emerson, what she hopes to bring to the role, and what she’s looking forward to gaining from her ambassadorship.Stories from the Field shares real stories from Delaware’s farming community. Follow along to get a behind-the-scenes look at local ag, hear from DEFB members, and discover the diversity of farming in the First State! Episodes are released monthly on the third Friday. This podcast is a Delaware Farm Bureau production, presented by the Delaware Farm Bureau Promotion & Engagement Committee.

🎙️ Episode 6 is here!This month, we sat down with Drew Harris of University of Delaware Cooperative Extension, to learn more about Delaware Ag Week and his role as Kent County Extension Agent. Stories from the Field shares real stories from Delaware’s farming community. Follow along to get a behind-the-scenes look at local ag, hear from DEFB members, and discover the diversity of farming in the First State!Episodes are released monthly on the third Friday. This podcast is a Delaware Farm Bureau production, presented by the Delaware Farm Bureau Promotion & Education Committee.

🎙️ Episode 5 is here!This month, we sat down with Andrea Haritos of Huck and Buck Farm in Smyrna, DE, to explore the realm of agritourism on a small farm. Tune in to hear Andrea share the heart and vision of her operation—and why diversifying makes a difference.Stories from the Field shares real stories from Delaware’s farming community. Follow along to get a behind-the-scenes look at local ag, hear from DEFB members, and discover the diversity of farming in the First State!Episodes are released monthly on the third Friday. This podcast is a Delaware Farm Bureau production, presented by the Delaware Farm Bureau Promotion & Education Committee.

🎙️ Episode 4 is here! This month, we sat down with Paul Schreppler of Schreppler’s Fir Tree Acres in Magnolia, DE, for a festive conversation about life on a Christmas tree farm. Tune in as Paul shares the heart behind his family-run operation, the seasonal rhythms of tree farming, and what makes choosing a real tree so special. From planting to harvest, it’s a story rooted in tradition, community, and holiday spirit.🎄Stories from the Field shares real stories from Delaware’s farming community. Follow along to get a behind-the-scenes look at local ag, hear from DEFB members, and discover the diversity of farming in the First State!Episodes are released monthly on the third Friday. This podcast is a Delaware Farm Bureau production, presented by the DEFB Promotion & Education Committee.

🎙️ Episode 3 is here!This month, we sat down with Ashley Holmes of Alley Mill Farm for a conversation titled “Harvest to Home.” Tune in as Ashley shares her journey in direct-to-consumer farming, the story behind Alley Mill Farm, and how her family brings fresh, local products from the field to the table.Stories from the Field shares real stories from Delaware’s farming community. Follow along to get a behind-the-scenes look at local ag, hear from DEFB members, and discover the diversity of farming in the First State!Episodes are released monthly on the third Friday. This podcast is a Delaware Farm Bureau production, presented by the DEFB Promotion & Education Committee.

Episode 2 is here! This month we sat down with Megan Bishop, part owner of Bishop Farms in Felton, DE. Tune in to learn about grain farming and what steps they take to be sustainable.Stories from the Field shares real stories from Delaware’s farming community. Follow along to get a behind-the-scenes look at local ag, hear from DEFB members, and discover the diversity of farming in the First State!Episodes are released monthly on the third Friday. This podcast is a Delaware Farm Bureau production and is presented by the DEFB Promotion & Education Committee.

Episode 1 is finally here! We’re kicking off our podcast with Chris Sylvester, owner of Spectrum Farms in Felton, DE. Hear his journey of starting a flower farm and why educating consumers about local blooms is so important. Don’t miss it! Stories from the Field shares real stories from Delaware’s farming community. Follow along to get a behind-the-scenes look at local ag, hear from DEFB members, and discover the diversity of farming in the First State!Episodes are released monthly on the third Friday. This podcast is a Delaware Farm Bureau production and is presented by the DEFB Promotion & Education Committee.

Welcome to Stories from the Field, a Delaware Farm Bureau (DEFB) production. On this podcast we will highlight agricultural operations from across the state of Delaware, provide insight on the diversity of the industry, and educate the public on the behind the scenes of farming life. We will speak to a variety of DEFB members, all actively involved in the farming community.