Cultivating Curiosity

Oct 01 2024 30 ep. 28 mins 8
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On Cultivating Curiosity, we get down and dirty with the experts on all the ways science and agriculture touch our lives, from what we eat to how we live. Listen in for episodes about a hot new coastal commodity, a day in the life of a pollinator, how to live more sustainably through urban farming and so much more.

2023 Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Georgia Award of Excellence for Podcasts.

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Adding value: Helping Georgia farmers diversify and thrive through food processing

Oct 01 2024 18 mins  
In this episode of Cultivating Curiosity, Kaitlyn Casulli, assistant professor and UGA Cooperative Extension process specialist in the CAES Department of Food Science and Technology, shares her journey into food science and her fascinating work with food safety, thermal processing and her efforts to support the craft beverage industry in rural Georgia. She also introduces the new V

Field to fabric: How UGA's Cotton Team supports Georgia's growers

Aug 30 2024 23 mins  
Do you know where your T-shirt got its start? In this episode, we travel to Tifton, Georgia, to speak with Camp Hand, assistant professor in the CAES Department of Crop and Soil Sciences and a key member of the UGA Cotton Team. Join us as we dive into the intricacies of cotton agronomy, the importance of UGA's experiment stations and the collaborative nature of the cotton industry

Cultivating community: Learning and serving at UGArden

Jul 30 2024 20 mins  
In this episode, we sit down with Ty Brooks, farm director at UGArden, UGA's student community farm. Join us as Ty shares his journey and insights into the daily operations of UGArden, a unique space dedicated to research, teaching and outreach. Discover how UGArden engages students through internships, volunteer opportunities and hands-on learning experiences while giving back to

A message from Cultivating Curiosity

Jul 03 2024 2 mins  
In this quick episode, co-host Jordan Powers pops in ahead of the holiday weekend to share a Cultivating Curiosity hosting update. It's a tale of two Emilys listeners won't want to miss!---Produced by Jordan Powers and Emily CabreraEdited by Jordan PowersMusic and sound effects by Mason McClintock, an Athens-based singer, songwriter and storyteller who creates innovative soul-pop m

The mentor’s legacy: Shaping the next generation of food safety scientists

Jun 03 2024 19 mins  
In this episode of Cultivating Curiosity, we explore the long, illustrious career of Larry Beuchat, professor emeritus at UGA's Center for Food Safety. Larry shares his journey from Penn State to Quaker Oats, where he worked on iconic projects like candies for the film "Willy Wonka," and then to UGA, where he spent over 50 years in food safety research. Larry discusses the evolutio

Partnerships in pest control: The UGA and Orkin connection

May 24 2024 28 mins  
Join us as we delve into the world of urban entomology with two of the field's leading experts: Dan Suiter, Orkin Professor of Urban Entomology and UGA Cooperative Extension entomologist, and Glen Ramsey, director of Rollins Entomology Department Technical Services. Discover the nuances of urban entomology and its impact on our daily lives, from homes to hospitals. Learn about the

Navigating food waste and loss in today's world

Apr 30 2024 25 mins  
In this episode, we sit down with Angelos Deltsidis, assistant professor and postharvest Extension specialist at the University of Georgia Tifton campus, to explore the important role postharvest physiology has in preserving the quality and safety of our food supply and its broader implications for agriculture and global food security. From the moment fruits and vegetables are harv

Ripe for change: How climate shifts are shaping the future of peach farming

Mar 29 2024 23 mins  
In this episode, we dive into the world of peach production with Dario Chavez, associate professor in the CAES Department of Horticulture. Join us as we explore the intricate relationship between science, agriculture and climate change, uncovering how chill hours impact peach production and discuss the future of peach breeding in the face of shifting climate trends. From innovative

Sip, savor, succeed: Inside the Flavor of Georgia food contest

Feb 13 2024 17 mins  
Join us for an exclusive peek behind the curtain of one of the University of Georgia's most beloved events – the Flavor of Georgia food contest. In this episode, we sit down with Laurel Dunn, assistant professor and Extension coordinator in the Department of Food Science and Technology. From the initial product submission to the final judging round, Laurel explains the contest pr

Leadership, Innovation and the Journey to the No. 1 Ag School with CAES Dean and Director, Nick Place

Jan 11 2024 26 mins  
In this episode of Cultivating Curiosity, we sit down with Nick Place, Dean and Director of the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at the University of Georgia. Follow along as we learn about his journey from a Pennsylvania dairy farm to leading the forefront of agricultural and environmental science research, education and outreach. Hear about the dean's experience