Bluebird Grain Farms

Episode 7-The Politics of Farming & Food

In episode 7 Bluebird Grain Farms owner and farmer Sam Lucy  touches on "The Politics of Farming and your Food."  He speaks about the challenges confronting organic farms and how farm subsidies often inadvertently discourage the cultivation of nutritious and sustainable crops. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion that sheds light on the critical intersection of agriculture, health, and politics.

Episode 6- Processing

In episode 6 Deputy Don and Farmer Sam discuss how harvesting, storage, and the processing of ancient wheats profoundly impact the quality and flavor.  Join them as they uncover the nuances behind processing emmer wheat.  Get ready to deepen your understanding and appreciation for the journey from field to table, and the great lengths that Bluebird Grain Farms has gone so they can deliver you nutritious  organic food. 

Episode 5 - Regenerative Agriculture

What is regenerative agriculture? Blaine Schmaltz, our partner Emmer grower in North Dakota, talks with Sam and Don about how he's using regenerative practices to help us grow nutritious and robust Emmer crops. 

Episode 4 - Seed

Sam Lucy of Bluebird Grain Farms is one of the original farmers to grow and process organic Emmer and Einkorn Seed in the country for food production. Over the past 25 years, Sam has learned the intricacies of planting and growing the two ancient varieties of wheat. Listen to what Sam has to say about their unique characteristics, growth habits, and how soil conditions can play an important role in growing and harvesting, and processing these grains. 

Episode 3 - Soil

There is so much more going on in the soil than what we see.  Farmer Sam discusses the wageless workers, soil PH, and the importance of trace minerals in crop production.  He discusses the myriad of factors that contribute to building long-term soil health.

 

Episode 2 - Water

Does it take a lot of water to grow good crops? In episode 2 Sam Lucy talks about water and the role water plays in agriculture in the American West. Sam discusses Bluebird's regenerative practices and how minimal water use can lead to healthier organic grain crops. 

Episode 1- Healthy Food Starts in the Soil

Healthy food starts in the soil. In our first podcast, Bluebird Grain Farm owner and farmer Sam Lucy  introduces their organic regenerative farm practices.  In an interview with local radio host Don Ashford of KRoot Radio, Twisp Washington,  Sam shares why Bluebird feels so passionate about soil health and bringing the most nutrient dense grains to your table.