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The first season’s guests include a cassava grower from Cameroon, an agroforester from North Carolina, a ”chicken midwife” from California, the Grass Whisperer, and many, many more. You won’t want to miss an episode!

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Welcome to the opening theme for the podcast Food, Flowers, & Fun: Visits with farm women from around the world!

Host: K. Castrataro, Pen Light for Farmers

Want to be on the show? Contact K at www.penlightfarmers.com

Lyrics, melody, and vocals: Kristen \"K\" Castrataro

Background accompaniment: Heather Niemi Savage

Farm sounds: K's dad

Kid needing math help: K's daughter

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