Peter invites his neighbors and mushroom growers, Sarah and Steve Gallagher, to call in and talk about how they grow mushrooms and how they have found success, particularly with Shiitakes.

Washington County State’s Attorney Rory Thibault talks about the long-running criminal case of Harley Breer. Curtiss Reed Jr of the Vermont Partnership for Fairness and Diversity talks about news in the struggle for racial equality. […]

Hilling potatoes involves covering the plant with loose organic material periodically to encourage the tubers to grow deep and wide, improving the flavor of the potatoes. Peter talks about how to hill potatoes when you’re […]

With outdoor garden season basically in full swing and a lot of new gardeners experimenting now that grocery store visits seem a bit risky, it’s important to review the basics and refresh even the most […]

We had some hot weather this week, but this being Vermont there’s still more cool weather on the way that can harm some plants. Peter goes over what to get outside now and what to […]

With the warming weather coming in, now is the time to start planting the rest of your plants. A few more tender things might still be affected by night time temperatures, but the majority should […]

It’s still a tad cold out, but there’s still plenty you can plant right now. Peter tells his tale of getting a soil thermometer so you know what will grow right now and what to […]

With the cold weather we’re having right now, it’s more important than ever to plant things that can handle this early season cold. Things like rhubarb, spinach, and arugala can thrive despite the cold. When […]

If you want your garden to be able to keep your panty stocked for the year with delicious produce, you’ll need to do some planning. Think about how much produce your family would eat in […]

With the start of autumn and the cold weather, it’s time to prepare the gardens in our yards for the winter. But that doesn’t mean you’re done growing delicious produce! It’s very easy to start […]

Just because we’re in September, doesn’t mean the growing season is over. When something comes out of the garden, something else can go in. Peter gives his advice on what you can grow this time […]

Peter interviews John Hayden, owner of The Farm Between in Jefferson, VT.  He and his wife Nancy wrote the new book “Farming on the Wild Side: The Evolution of a Regenerative Organic Farm and Nursery.”

With the advent of the Labor Day weekend, the summer growing season begins to come to a close. There are things you can do to maximize the output of your plants in this time and […]

Dietrich Gehring and Laura Ten Eyck join Peter to discuss their book, “The Hop Grower’s Handbook” and how you can get started growing hops at home. Buy “The Hop Grower’s Handbook” here: https://www.amazon.com/Hop-Growers-Handbook-Sustainable-Small-Scale/dp/1603585559/

Peter and Joel talk about the environmental benefits of organic materials both in the garden and on the farm.

It may be August, but that doesn’t mean you can’t plant some delicious produce. And with the hot summer we have had, it may be a great August to plant with temperatures expected to keep […]

After taking phone calls from listeners, Peter gives his advice on how to protect your cabbage from pests. And don’t forget to water your plants often during this hot weather. Try to keep water off […]

Peter takes a call about how to maximize apple yields and gives his tips on how to get the best apples from your apple trees. Then he talks about how to grow mint for tea […]

Peter talks about one of the most frustrating pests that plague gardens, Cutworms, and how to protect your plants from them. And as always Peter takes calls to answer your most pressing garden questions.

It’s not too late to get your plants in the ground. The weather has still been a little cold recently and now is still the time to plant. Peter gives some more insight following up […]

The number one vegetable grown in gardens nationwide is tomatoes. And with the Memorial day weekend, now is the perfect time to plant. Peter gives some tips on growing tomatoes and some varieties of lettuce […]

Peter Burke and Joel Najman talk mushrooms in response to a listener question. Peter gives his tips for growing potatoes and gives a few varieties to try.

This week we cover how to take care of your berry plants: blackberries, blueberries, and more. Proper care starts in the fall and continues into early spring to ensure a good crop. Then we talk […]

How often do you try something new in your garden? Whether it’s new varieties, completely new types of produce, or different methods it’s important to try something new each year to maximize your garden’s efficiency […]