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Hosted by Karen Klassen, Scott Beaton · science · EN-CA · 31 episodes
Tune in as we are joined by industry experts and farmers to discuss important issues in organic grain farming. Check out our website at www.manitobaorganicalliance.com and www.pivotandgrow.com and see what organic grain production can do for you. We bring the resources, tools and expertise you need to get growing! Grain on the Brain podcast is created by the Prairie Organic Grain Initiative; working to create resilience and stability in the prairie organic grain sector. This podcast is partially funded by the Prairie Organic Development Fund.
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Grain on the Brain is hosted by Karen Klassen, Scott Beaton. The show has published 31 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Why Bees Thrive on Farm" (26 May 2026, 48 minutes), "Evaluating Struvite for Nutrient Cycling in Organic Systems" (19 March 2026, 41 minutes), and "DriftWatch Goes Prairie-Wide" (4 March 2026, 50 minutes).
Grain on the Brain publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 49 minutes across 31 episodes.
Booking probability for Grain on the Brain is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Grain on the Brain requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Grain on the Brain's contact route on record: verified email.
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Karen Klassen, Scott Beaton hosts Grain on the Brain, a science show with 31 episodes published.
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Episode #7
<h2>Resources</h2> <p>Use Driftwatch and Beewatch to map your fields and bee colonies to prevent unwanted pesticides and keep the bees safe! https://driftwatch.org/</p> <h2>Guest bio for Ian Steppler</h2> <p>Ian...
Episode #6
<h2>Resources</h2> <p>You can learn more about all of the organic science cluster projects here: https://www.organic-science-canada.ca/about-us/</p> <p>And specifically learn about the project discussed today here...
Episode #5
<h2>Resources</h2> <p>DriftWatch is now active across all three Prairie provinces! Whether you’re a farmer, applicator, or beekeeper, this platform is here for you. </p> <p>Visit Drift watch and map your farm here...
Episode #4
<h2>Resources links</h2><p>There are many online resources to help with getting started in organic certification that are continually updated. Canadian Organic Growers has a detailed overview of the steps to transition...
Episode #3
<p>Resources links</p><p>Learn more about struvite from the Manitoba Cooperator:</p><p>https://www.manitobacooperator.ca/news-opinion/news/struvite-fertilizer-from-winnipeg-sewers/</p><p>Organic Federation Canada...
Episode #2
<p>Creating a nutrient budget will help you evaluate the effect of nutrient management on your fields’ sustainability and help you assess efficiency and improve resource allocation. The Nutrient Budgeting Web App was...
Episode #1
<h1>Resources links</h1><p>Canada Grazing Exchange</p><p>A free online platform connecting livestock owners with landowners across Canada who have available grazing land or cover crops. A great tool to help improve soil...
Episode #4
Today Scott talks with John Cote who runs John Boy Farms near St. Agathe Manitoba. John shares about his experience growing vegetables for the local market and how and why he chose to focus on garlic. They also cover a...
Episode #3
In this episode, Scott interviews Cody Straza and Ian Cushon in a live panel format, recorded at the Organic Connections show in Saskatoon. Both are experienced organic farmers and they cover a wide variety of topics...
Episode #2
<h1>Resources links</h1><p>Rodale Institute has some excellent information around composting as well</p><p>https://rodaleinstitute.org/why-organic/organic-farming-practices/composting/</p>
Episode #1
<h1>Resources links</h1><p>One fantastic way to build soil health and improve the water infiltration capacity of your soil is to integrate livestock onto your land. For grain farmers who don’t own livestock, MOA and...
Episode #6
<h1>Resources links</h1><p>You can contact Neal Wagar, Manitoba Technical Sales Rep via email neal@overtonee.ca or phone (204-218-2221) for any questions about Ecotea.</p><p>Recent study results have been uploaded to...
Episode #5
<h1>Resources links</h1><p>Curtis mentioned Manitoba Agriculture’s Soil Management Guide as a great resource in learning more about soils in general and how to manage...
Episode #4
<h1>Resources links</h1><p>Check out the Rodale Institute resources, webinars and courses</p><p>https://rodaleinstitute.org/why-organic/organic-basics/</p><p>Education...
Episode #3
<h1>Resources links</h1><p>The WADO annual report with its 2020 results can be found here:</p><p>https://mbdiversificationcentres.ca/westman-agricultural-diversification-organization/</p><p>You can also use their search...
Episode #2
<p>The Bauta Family Initiative on Canadian Seed Security supports a national Participatory Plant Breeding Program - PPB - with the University of Manitoba that puts farmers in the driver's seat to select varieties that...
Episode #1
<h1>Resources links</h1><p>Check out Dr. Kris Nichols’ website to learn more about her work and soil health resources:</p><p>https://kris-systems.com/</p><p>She has a method in her Resources section for COLLECTING SOIL...
Episode #9
<h1>Resources links</h1><p>You can get involved as a Farmer For Climate Solutions by going to their website and clicking on the Take Action button</p><p>https://farmersforclimatesolutions.ca/</p><p>Find more information...
Episode #8
<h2>Guest bio for Dr. Doug Cattani</h2><p>Doug received his BSA and MSc. from the University of Manitoba (Plant Breeding) and his PhD. from Wageningen University, The Netherlands in Plant Production Ecology. He has...
Episode #7
<h1>Resources</h1><p>Our resource list this episode is directly from our guest Ward Middleton and includes the resources he has found helpful on his own farm.</p><p> </p><p>For farmers who may be interested in...
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