Regeneration Rising

In this episode, host Kristina chats with Christian La Bar, operations manager at the Milton Ranch in Montana, owner/operator of a custom grazing business, and part of the first cohort of Quivira’s manager fellowship program. Christian and Kristina discuss his experiences as a first-generation rancher, what he gained from the manager fellowship program, and what he’s up to now. Check out Quivira’s job board to see an assistant manager position Christian's hiring for at the Milton Ranch in Montana.

Applications for our manager fellowship program are open now through September 20. Learn more and apply: https://quiviracoalition.org/newagrarian/manager-fellowship/.

In this episode, host Kristina chats with Cally Hale, fifth-generation rancher and project manager at Valley Food Partnership in Colorado. Cally discusses the history of the family ranch and her experiences in not one, but two, succession planning conversations on two family properties, one in Colorado and one in New York. She talks about the decision-making process and what resources have been helpful. Cally also shares details about her work with the Valley Food Partnership and what programs listeners can get plugged in to.

Today we're sharing an episode from LANDED, a new podcast produced by American Farmland Trust that explores how farms and ranches transition from one generation to the next. Across the country, professionals are helping aging farmers and ranchers make plans for their land. These “Land Transfer Navigators” are securing the future of agriculture one farm, family, and community at a time. In this episode, ride along with Dan Skeeters — a Navigator from Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust — as he supports two different ranching families through the ins and outs of succession planning. But be warned. Among the tales of triumph are moments of heartbreak: sold-off cattle herds and uncertain futures, lost family land and shattered identities. Dan and other Navigators are right there through it all, offering advice, encouragement, and hope.

In this episode, host Kristina chats with Nina Katz, education and outreach manager at Quivira Coalition. Nina is a self-proclaimed foodie and loves to convene people around regenerative agriculture. We chat about upcoming events hosted by Quivira, resources like our technical guides and webinars on YouTube, as well as get an inside look into this year’s REGENERATE Conference coming up October 28-30 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. There’s a little something for everyone!

In this episode, host Kristina chats with Duke Jackson, production manager at the Old Fort Farm in Hesperus, Colorado and owner of Sol Vista Farm. Duke talks about the trials and successes of starting a farm, the programs at the Old Fort Farm that support beginning agrarians, and the beauty and struggles of working a full-time job and running a veggie farm. Duke, along with three other neighboring farmers, saw a need and opportunity to support each other and founded the Grasshopper Collective. Duke explains the reasoning behind deciding to close down Sol Vista Farm this year and how the Grasshopper Collective is shifting to a new model as a seed garlic company.

In this episode, host Kristina chats with Julie Friend, owner of Wildom Farm in western Maryland. Wildom Farm uses regenerative practices in raising pasture-raised chicken, forest-raised pork, grass-fed beef and lamb, and eggs, as well as lard based moisturizer and sunscreen. Julie talks about her journey into agriculture starting with farmer’s market visits and later moving from Chicago back to family land to start a farm. We also discuss heritage breed selection, minimizing on-farm waste, value-added products, and a new research project she’s excited to start.

 

In this episode, host Kristina chats with Jaimie Stoltzfus, owner of Cowgirl Meat Co. in Big Timber, Montana. Jaimie discusses nuances of her business including how she makes shipping meat worthwhile, the partnerships that support her work, and her marketing strategies. She also talks about her experiences working her way up from ranch hand to ranch manager and other roles that helped her as a business owner now.

In this episode, host Kristina chats with Meredith Rose, owner and operator of Rose West in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Meredith shares her journey from the suburbs of Chicago to becoming an aggregator of the local agricultural community. Rose West offers CSA boxes of local goods from partnerships with farmers and ranchers as well as products grown at Meredith’s homestead. Meredith discusses the significance of making local food accessible and the importance of connecting with your community.

On this episode, join host Kristina Britt as she recaps the transformative experiences and key takeaways from the recent REGENERATE Conference in Santa Fe, New Mexico. With nearly 600 attendees, this conference was a hub for young agrarians, ranchers, and community leaders to connect, learn, and share. Hear firsthand accounts from new agrarian apprentices, Sims Wulbern and Jeff Courchaine, [Re]generation Fellows Brinton Reed and Katia Arami, and insights from executive director Xochitl Torres Small. Don’t miss out on these inspirational stories and mark your calendars for REGENERATE 2026!

In this episode, we welcome Quinn Taubman-Harper, a New Agrarian Program apprentice at Mannix Ranch in Montana. Quinn shares his journey in regenerative agriculture, discussing his diverse background, the meaningful connections he's made, and the valuable lessons learned as an apprentice. Tune in if you’re interested in applying to be an apprentice this fall or curious about the process.