Season 2
September 27, 2023
Live To Farm is back for a new season filled with friendship, fun, and (of course) farming! Season two finds Kevin Kalb and Brooks Cardinal at the start of another year in the field, working alongside their families and growing together through the work. Learn with the farmers as they invite agronomy experts into their plots: staying up to date on the newest innovations in agriculture and sharing techniques to support the farming industry in America through education. Come along as the families travel outside of Indiana to expand their knowledge by exploring the differences in farming across the country and around the world…from New York to South Africa!
13 Episodes
Episodes
Crossin' the Equator
September 28, 2023
Kevin and Shawn travel to South Africa to escape the Indiana winter. They meet up with their friend Danie Bester for an educational field day and walk his crop...then the safari fun begins! Part 1 of 3.
The Cutting Edge
October 5, 2023
Come along to the Africa Agri Tech conference. Shawn spends her day with horses and honeybees. The farmers enjoy an evening of fun and competition, with Danie's family and friends. Part 2 of 3.
Down to Cape Town
October 12, 2023
The farmers travel to Cape Town! They visit a planter manufacturer. Kevin, Danie, and Shawn spend time learning about grape harvest and winemaking. The Kalbs sightsee before flying home. Part 3 of 3.
A New Chapter
October 19, 2023
Planting begins on the Kalb and Cardinal Farms! The farmers take great care to ensure soil health for the coming growing season. Playful arm wrestling and grip strength tests determine who is the strongest at the Kalb's.
Set Up for Success
October 26, 2023
The Cardinals and Kalbs continue planting corn and soybeans, sharing strategies to set each crop up for optimal growth. Later, they visit Emmick Farm and join Farmer Grayce to discuss soil health and other tips and tricks for planting.
I Heart NY Farm Girls
November 2, 2023
The Kalbs visit New York, learning about dairy farming and seeing the city.
No Pain, No Grain
November 9, 2023
The Kalbs get a new grain vac. An unforeseen tornado wreaks havoc on their farm.
The G.O.A.T. Farmer
November 16, 2023
Shawn and her daughters spend time on a goat farm. Kevin reflects on crop progress.
Progress Makes Perfect
November 23, 2023
Kevin and Brooks attend the Farm Progress show. Maintenance is in full swing.
Eyes on the Prize
November 30, 2023
The Cardinals upgrade their grain bins. Dallas and Kix show their prize pigs.
Mission: Melon
December 9, 2023
Watermelon harvest on Cardinal Farms. The kids make harvest more fun.
Reap What You Sow
December 16, 2023
Kevin and Brooks reap the yield of another season. Harvest is in full swing.
The Cycle Continues
December 23, 2023
Kevin and Brooks prepare for next year. They tile for water management.
