Produce Pointers: A Podcast for the Produce Industry

The emphasis is on growing conditions in Pennsylvania and surrounding states. The Produce Pointers podcast is hosted by Penn State Extension Horticulture Educators Glen Bupp, Leah Fronk, and Karly Regan.

Every two weeks from early spring to late autumn, Penn State’s vegetable and small fruit extension educators meet to update one another on the progression of insects and diseases throughout Pennsylvania. We also problem solve horticultural issues and look for novel pests. The information shared during these bi-monthly meetings is distilled down and shared with produce growers via Produce Pointers. This offers growers another resource for keeping up-to-date on the movement of pests and helps inform integrated pest management decisions.

Interviews with guests focus on emerging topics in the research of growing produce, in-field observations, and practical experience that can be applied by growers on their farms. Episodes for the 2022 season include interviews with university researchers, extension educators, and current farmers.

You can access the podcast and download episodes from the Produce Pointers webpage or anywhere you listen to podcasts. We encourage questions and suggestions for podcast topics and can be reached at producepointers@psu.edu.