Episodes

Our guest in this episode was Ricky Parrish, a Greenbrier Middle School history teacher, owner of Parrish Performance (also in Greenbrier), and a childhood friend of Clint’s. We talked ancient history and carburetors.

In this episode, we visit with Terry Martin, the Director of the Springfield Parks and Recreation department. He gives us the scoop on the goings on at Parks & Rec, upcoming events, and other goodies. It’s another exciting (and crazy) episode on Grazing, so kick back and enjoy!

Today we visit with Robert Ellis and Brad Fisher, Research Director and Research Associate for the Highland Rim Ag Research Center, respectively. The center is located here in Springfield, Tennessee. We cover a little of what goes on regarding trials, varieties, and the different crops that they manage at Highland Rim. Kick back and enjoy!

In the spirit of Father’s Day, we had the opportunity to have Clint’s dad, Murry Grubbs, into the studio for a chat. He entertained us by telling stories from his past and reminiscing about the jobs he had over the years. Great fun!

This episode we decided to go in a different direction by discussing how we all got started here at Co-op and what a special place this truly is. Kick back and enjoy!

Today, we visit with Greg Brann, longtime Grazing and Soil Health Specialist with the Natural Resources Conservation Service. He also does private consulting for farmers, ranchers, land preservation organizations, and public land managers to improve synergistic regenerative land management practices. If you’re looking to improve your hay production and maximize the potential of of your livestock, you don’t want to miss this episode.

In this episode, Clint, Caroline, and Randy discuss Memorial Day — what it means both for our country and for them, personally.

In mid-May here in Robertson County, Tennessee, farmers have started the process of cutting hay. In this episode, we provide some useful tips on how to maximize your hay production, whether you are putting it up for winter, for sale, or feeding right away. Enjoy!

In this episode, we chat with Sumner County TWRA (Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency) officer Jason Shapton. We cover several topics related to the Great Outdoors, not the least of which are boating and hunting safety. Enjoy!

This episode, we have the pleasure of having Clint’s mom, Carol Grubbs, as our special guest. With Mothers Day just past, we wanted to chat with the lady who created this mountain man we call Clint. Enjoy!

Today, we visit with Miranda Head of Head’s Farm in Cedar Hill, Tennessee. With May in full swing, strawberries — among other things — are going “full blast” at the farm. Miranda highlights some of the produce produced and sold at Head’s Farm throughout the year along with how the business was started.

In this episode, we visit with Robertson County historian, Yolanda Reid. She gives us some fantastic insight on how Robertson County and Springfield were founded along with some cool historical tidbits. Given the chance, we could chat with her for hours! (Stay tuned for her next visit in the near future!)

On this episode, we visit with one of our own, Mr. Tim Baldwin, a spreader driver here at the Springfield location. We dive into Tim’s life a little to learn more about his weekly family gatherings and his catfish noodling hobby. Kick back and graze on this week’s podcast!

In this episode, we visit with Katie Dillon of RC Owen Gallatin Redry and Storage Company. Katie and the gang discuss all things tobacco.

During springtime, you will see many types of new plants pop up as the season unfolds. In this episode, we discuss some common weeds that are actually edible and contain substantial health benefits!

Spring is officially here, and our farms and yards are teeming with active songbirds. In this episode, we dive in on a few different types of birds that we admire and some of the feed they prefer. Have a questions about which bird feed or materials you may want? Give one of our locations a call!

With the arrival of spring, you might want to start investing in your garden, but maybe aren’t sure what to grow. On this week’s episode, we chat with Co-op’s own Christy Hunter, our resident expert on all things gardening. Kick back and relax as we dive into garden season! Christy Hunter

Chances are, if you’ve driven down HWY 49 going toward Springfield or Orlinda, you’ve passed a newly renovated block building with the name of Hancock Family Farm Grocery Store. They sell a wide range of produce and meats. We spoke with owner Mathew Hancock about how he and his family have maintained the business going over the years and about the workings of the store. Clint ends the day with his “Fact or Fiction” segment.

This week, our guest is Travis James, talent representative for United Talent Agency. We discuss some of his daily duties, from booking shows, concerts, and many other media outlets for his clients. Enjoy this fascinating episode of the Grazing Podcast and have a great week!

This episode, we visit with Paul Binkley, a veteran and trailblazer of retail development and training in Tennessee’s cooperative system. Paul has been with Co-op for over 35 amazing years and in agriculture for more than 40. He brings loads of wisdom and insight, both inside and outside of agriculture. Enjoy this week’s Grazing Podcast!

This week, our special guest is Travis James, talent representative for United Talent Agency. We discuss the daily task of his job from booking shows, concerts, and many other media outlets for his clients. Enjoy this fascinating episode of the Grazing Podcast and have a great week!

This week, we visit Mr. Gary Williams, our Sales Specialist for Protrition Feed. We chat with Gary about his history with Co-op and how his love for agriculture — specifically livestock — evolved to what it is today. Tune in and take notes!

Today, we welcome one of our own — Mr. Bobby Ogg. If you visit our Springfield location, there’s a good chance you’ll run into Bobby. He’s our Fertilizer Manager and has been with us for nearly 22 years. We took time to chat with Bobby to learn a little more about him, his years of showing cattle with his kids, and his history with Co-op. Kick back and graze away on this week’s Grazing Podcast.

In this episode, we chat with Timmy Mann, 4-H agent with UT extension in Robertson County. Timmy discusses the benefits of the 4-H program and how it impacts area students for years to come. Clint wraps it up with his “Fact of Fiction” segment.