This month, Matt interviews Diana Sinner, Fair Director at the Canyon County Fair. They discuss how they were able to have a fair during the 2020 pandemic and how and what they are planning in 2021 including the announcement of the amazing concert lineup.

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Episode 173 - Canyon Co. Fair Concert Lineup Announcement

Debbie, a Certified Arborist for the city of Boise, talks with Matt Perkins, a forester for the city of Meridian who also manages the Arboretum at Julius M Kleiner Memorial Park in Meridian, Idaho.

They discuss the Arboretum along with advice on how to select a tree for your yard, along with planting, soil, water, and pruning tips.

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174 - Arbor Day Talk with Mathew Perkins

In 1975, what started out as a better way to get bulk commodities, at the time - potatoes, out of a truck, Trinity Trailer founder, Leonard Eisenman, developed and established a segmented belt trailer that helps moves product out of a truck and into production.

What started as "There has to be a better way" has turned into an international company that is focused on customers and pride in its workforce that makes them stand out above the rest.

175 Trinity Trailers

Nathan Stastny, a newly retired Idaho FFA State Officer, shares his journey in the iconic blue corduroy jacket. From his VERY competitive spirit with his sisters while showing pigs to the many FFA positions he held at his high school, his district, and ultimately, his state.

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177 - Interview with Nathan Stastny

Join Debbie as she speaks with the University of Idaho Extension Educator, Nic Usabel as they solve the common hot weather gardening issues such as blossom drop, blossom end rot, garden care, and even turf care in the hot sun.

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180 Hot Weather Garden Solutions

In this episode, you will learn the history of Sullivan Supply and the development of the Stock Show University from Taylor Harrison, the Stock Show University Manager.

Also learn about preparing for your fair, or a show, and why it all comes down to a routine, routine, routine that you can stick to. Did we mention you need a routine?

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181 - Prepare Your Animal For Fair

Jared Jablonski, the Fire Information Officer with BLM, literally grew up at the BLM offices with his dad running bulldozers and is now with the Fire Information Office and is the lead with providing education and information to the public.

Did you know that twenty percent of Idaho fires are caused by vehicles? Here are some tips of what you can do to prevent forest fires:
-Check your tires. proper tread so if it blows, cause sparks.
-Trailers: secure the trailer chains - don't let them drag!
-General vehicle maintenance. Make sure you have enough coolant & oil.
-Pull off in low or no vegetation areas due to the undercarriage of motorized vehicles can easily start fires.
-Stay on established trails and roads.

You will also learn when shooting on BLM land what is and is NOT legal on BLM and Public Lands. Also, learn about what kind of fires you can and cannot have while camping at a campground and/or while out on public lands.

Go to idahofireinfo.com

182 - D&B Supply Fire Season Preparedness

This month Debbie sits down with Master Gardener, Gretchen Anderson, to discuss harvesting and preservation. Gretchen is a Master Food Safety Advisor which means she is up-to-date on what the safest way to preserve what you grown.

Back in the day, there were a lot of food born illnesses but with certification or education, this can be avoided.

If you are using an "old" family recipe, this is a great show to learn about how acidity levels have changed over the years and how to adjust for modern preservation.

Debbie and Gretchen talk about the abundance of flies, the heat, freezing, dehydration (did you know that your library might have one to loan you?), canning, and how satisfying the jar sealing moment is.

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183 - Garden Harvesting and Preservation

This September the D&B Supply Lawn & Garden podcast will focus on what you should be doing this month to clean up, stock up, and prepare for the upcoming cold weather.
You will learn: What and when to fertilize, What to do with perennial weeds, evergreen plants, and when to transplant, overseed, or plant your lawn, plus many more valuable tips in this 20-minute drive-time podcast.

184 - D&B Supply September Lawn & Garden Tips

Matt sits down with Dr. Brett Bauscher, of the Canyon Small Animal Hospital in Caldwell, to talk about our pets and the risks of ticks during the fall weather.

185 - Fall Time, Pets And Ticks

Debbie Cook talks with Gretchen Anderson, Advanced Master Gardener and Advanced Master Food Safety Adviser, about How to get your backyard chickens ready for the cold weather. They will give you tips from preventing frostbite to feed you should be using.

186 - Winter Preparation for Chickens

Matt talks to Marc Warnke about the use of pack goats for backcountry hunting excursions.

187 – Pack Goats and Hunting

Debbie explains what you can be planting this time of year and other to-do’s you should be doing to get your garden ready for the spring. 
Debbie answers questions about soil testing, peonies, pin oaks, and much more.

188 - November Garden Checklist

Matt talks with Debi Engelhardt-Vogel, about the history of Vogel Farms, raising Turkeys, and locally produced food.
Debi talks about the importance of not losing touch with where our food comes from and giving people the choice of getting their food locally.

189 - Vogel Farms

Listen to Debbie Cook and Matt Brechwald discuss December garden maintenance. Learn how to keep your hummingbirds coming around, save your birdseed from squirrels, pick the perfect holiday plants, get the most life out of your Christmas tree, and more. Plus, hear about the best places to view holiday lights in the Treasure Valley.

190 - Winter Garden Prep & Holiday Plants

Join Matt Brechwald as he shares how The D&B Supply Show came to be, the mission it accomplished, and more. Thank you for listening throughout the past 5 years!

The Final Episode

In this episode, Matt speaks with Brad Stokes, University of Idaho, Elmore County, Extension Educator about managing flies, mosquitos, and other biting insects that bother us and our livestock.While we may never be able to eliminate biting insects complete or completely prevent the diseases they can carry, we can take steps to minimize exposure.

The D&B Show Episode 24 - Biting Insects

In this episode, Matt discusses wood-burning stoves and fireplaces with Monte Weaver, a hearth technician at D&B Supply. 

Monte Weaver has been working with pellet and wood-fired stoves since 1991. He got his start with Hearth & Home Technologies. You learn some of the benefits and best practices for pellet stove heating.

The D&B Show Episode 45 - Wood-burning Stoves

In this episode, Matt discusses one of the premier New Year’s Eve events in the entire United States of America, the Idaho Potato Drop with its creator, the CEO of the Idaho New Year’s Commission, Dylan Cline.

You will learn about how the Idaho Potato Drop got started, what happens behind the scenes, and what the event means for the region.

The D&B Show Episode 51 - Idaho Potato Drop

In this episode, Matt is talking all about garden equipment and tools and what you should be doing to manage your bees this Spring. The first of two guest is Chris Sabbarese of Corona Tools. Next Melinda Jean Stafford, the president of the Treasure Valley Beekeepers.

The D&B Supply Show Episode 64 - Gardening and Beekeeping

In this episode, Matt speaks with Dr. Jim Lindstrom, 4-H Youth Development Director with the University of Idaho Extension and Debbie Lauber with Caldwell 4-H. During the interviews, you'll learn more about what the 4-H is, how it works, and how you can become involved.

4-H has a long history of teaching agriculture and home economics. Over time, it has become the largest youth development organization in the United States. The organization also meets local needs in each community.

The D&B Supply Show Episode 69 - 4-H

In this episode, Matt speaks with Kristine Schellhaas and Dr. Mike Koob of the Idaho Humane Society. If you care about animals, you are going to want to listen to this episode. There are some surprises.

The D&B Supply Show Episode 79 - Idaho Humane Society

Sam Wolkenhauer, the Regional Economist for the Idaho Department of Labor, talks with Matt about the enormous growth that Idaho is having and will continue to have. He also asks the questions like how fast are we really growing? Where is the growth happening? How is that impacting jobs? How does the influx of large employers impact wages? Are wages going up?

The D&B Show Episode 104 - Growth In Idaho

Matt sits down to talk all about composting with David Hopkins, a University of Idaho Extension Master Gardener. He'll talk about how he got his start as a master gardener, what compost is and how it benefits your garden. All this and more in another information packed episode of the D&B Show.

Episode 126: All About Composting

This week, Matt sits down with Amber Beierle, the Historical Sites Administrator for the Idaho State Historical Society to talk about what the Idaho State Historical Society and what they do, the legend of how Nampa got its name and to talk about the Old Idaho Penitentiary and some of its history. Between talk of ghost stories and paranormal investigations to the talk of making sure that all of Idaho gets represented by the Idaho State Historical Society, there's something for everyone and it is all here on the D&B Show!

Episode 127 - The Fascinating History Of Idaho

Join Matt as he talks with the four owners of D&B Supply, Mark Schmitt, Joe Masar, Blaine Ream, and Brandt Ruzicka about what it takes to keep a farm and ranch store relevant with product mix, marketing, opening new stores, and of course how to maintain the country lifestyle that includes the land, the animals, and the kids.

The D&B Show Episode 128 - 60th Anniversary Interview with D&B Owners

Matt sits down with Karri Keller, the executive director of the Kuna Chamber of Commerce to talk about all about Kuna Days and what to expect. They'll talk fireballs, how Keri got her start with the Kuna Chamber of Commerce as well as some of the schedule for Kuna Days and also talk about Kuna Days' past and some of the kids' events. All that and more on this episode of the D&B Show!

The D&B Supply Show - Episode 132-  Celebrating Kuna Days

Today, Matt sits down with Lorie Dankers, Spokeswoman and Public Affairs Manager for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Together, they'll discuss what you need to know and the proper procedure for flying with a firearm and other items such as a pocket knife as well as what the consequences are if you don't check your firearm in at the ticket counter with your checked luggage. All this and more great information on this week's episode!

The D&B Supply Show - Episode 142 - Flying With Firearms

In this episode of the D&B Supply Show, Matt sits down with Candi Fitch, the executive director of the Idaho Apple Commission to talk about Idaho grown apples and why they are such a versatile crop in Idaho agriculture. Together, they'll discuss the history of Idaho apples, recipes that you can use during this holiday season and the mission of the Idaho Apple Commission. All this and more on the D&B Supply Show!

The D&B Supply Show - Episode 148 - Enjoying Idaho's Apples

Bonnie Brown, a Hatco Sales, Territory Sales Manager for D&B Supply discusses the beautiful brands of Stetson and Resistol which is truly a "finish piece" to an outfit. You will learn that there are no rules that say you have to wear a certain type of hat for a certain type of face, it's all about personal preference.
From the crown and the brim, the unique styles and colors, learn more about why hats can finish an outfit, or make the outfit.

The D&B Supply Show - Episode 150 - The Perfect Cowboy Hat

This week Matt answers the question: What is it like to be on a working ranch on Christmas morning? A very well known southern Idaho cattle rancher Guy Coylerof Guy Coyler Herefords and Angus in Bruneau, Idaho speaks to Matt about his life on the ranch. A multi-generational operation, this family ranch continues to run a very successful business and has no plans to stop.

The D&B Supply Show - Episode 154 - Christmas On The Ranch

This week, Matt speaks with Jessica Anderson, Communications Specialist and PAC Coordinator at the Amalgamated Sugar Company. Jessica talks about the history of the Amalgamated Sugar Beet factory as well as her own farming background and the easy transition to work with "her people." Twelve percent of refined sugar comes from the Amalgamated sugar company, which means yes, we have a sweet tooth, especially this time of year.

D&B Show Podcast Episode 155 - Amalgamated Sugar

Matt speaks with Philip Marks the founder of Direct Seed Sales. They walk through the step by step process of planting seeds to grow your own grass. They also talk about which seed types will be successful for different situations along with ways to get the most out of your seeds.

Episode 161 - Planting New Grass Seed with Philip Marks

Matt sits down with Tim Reed who founded WhyFire. They talk about how WhyFire has built a process to make it easier to purchase a stove. The two walk through an example walk through of their process to find the right stove for you.

Episode 164 - Picking a Stove with Tim Reed

With over 20 years of FFA and 4-H advising and teaching, Matt is joined with self-proclaimed "Crazy Goat Lady", Janna Volders to discuss how to pick a goat for your fair project. Jana advises the most important quality to look for when choosing your animal is personality. Other important topics are the amount of time you spend with your goat and knowing who your breeder or seller is

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Episode 169 - Pygmy Goats

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D&B Supply is a leading retailer in the Northwestern United States. Our customers are our friends and neighbors, and we do our best to help our friends live the country lifestyle.

With this in mind, the D&B Supply Show is devoted to providing interesting, helpful, and entertaining information for anyone interested in land and animals.

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