Oct 27, 2025 | Ag Matters
Frank Bell from Palmer Brewing Company joins host Ken Hoffman on Ag Matters. Palmer Brewing Co. is located in Palmer’s Industrial Park, where Arkose Brewery used to be. Frank got his start in home brewing and enjoyed not just the science but also the art of...
Oct 16, 2025 | Ag Matters
Dylan Blankenship of Blankenship Farms visits with Ken Hoffman on Ag Matters. Dylan says, “I’m a plowboy, not a cowboy.” He explains to Ken the different levels of hay and their grading system. This knowledge helps set prices and allows the consumer...
Oct 13, 2025 | Ag Matters
Dr. Julie Meer from Farm 779 Fermented Foods joins Ken Hoffman. Ken asked Julie, “Where did you get the name Farm 779?” Julie explained that there had been many calls to the USDA about a grant for a high tunnel greenhouse. Julie had grown accustomed to...
Sep 29, 2025 | Ag Matters
Nick Stern and John Smet, founders of the Pacific Kelp Co., join host Ken Hoffman. Nick and John are currently building their aqua farm just south of Ketchikan with Alaskan Giant Kelp. It grows year-round in nutrient-rich Alaskan water and provides an essential...
Sep 15, 2025 | Ag Matters
Host Ken Hoffman welcomes Mark Wolbers, the President of the Alaska Pioneer Fruit Growers Association. You don’t need to be a commercial grower to benefit from membership in The Alaska Pioneer Fruit Growers Association. The association aims to share information...
