Rooted in FFA: Janyel Taylor’s Journey from Teacher to Nursery Leader

Rooted in FFA: Janyel Taylor’s Journey from Teacher to Nursery Leader

In this episode of The Modern Farming Podcast, Kris and Tara sit down with Janyel Taylor, Nursery Operations Manager and Chief Financial Officer at Ralph Taylor’s Nurseries.

Janyel’s journey into agriculture began in high school, where an influential FFA teacher sparked a passion that would shape her future. That early inspiration led her to the University of Florida, and eventually into the classroom, where she spent eight years as an agriculture teacher investing in the next generation.

Today, Janyel plays a key role in her family’s nursery business, combining her background in education with hands on experience in operations and financial leadership. Her story is a powerful example of how strong roots in agricultural education can grow into lifelong impact within the industry.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The role FFA and ag teachers play in shaping future careers

• Her transition from the classroom to the family nursery business

• What it takes to manage both operations and finances in a growing agricultural operation

• The importance of family legacy in agriculture

• Encouragement for young people considering a path in agriculture

Whether you come from a farming background or are just beginning to explore the industry, Janyel’s story is a reminder that the right mentor and a willingness to step forward can open doors you never expected.

🎧 Listen now and be inspired by a journey rooted in education, leadership, and a deep commitment to agriculture.

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Growing Minds and Future Farmers with Mike McCracken

Growing Minds and Future Farmers with Mike McCracken

In this episode of the Modern Farming Podcast, we sit down with Mike McCracken—farmer, educator, and former Florida FFA State Officer—to explore how agriculture education is evolving alongside a rapid...

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Lake Swan Camp with Perry Rollins

Lake Swan Camp with Perry Rollins

In this inspiring episode, Kris and Tara sit down with Perry Rollins, director of Swan Lake Camp in Melrose, Florida, to explore how outdoor education, agriculture, and service come together to transf...

12 Joulu 202515min

Farm Fresh, Seriously Bangin’: Evan Ratzlaff Talks Hot Sauce and Sustainability

Farm Fresh, Seriously Bangin’: Evan Ratzlaff Talks Hot Sauce and Sustainability

In this episode of the Modern Farming Podcast, we sit down with Evan Ratzlaff, founder of Swamp Dog Sauce, a hot-sauce company with a mission far bigger than heat. Evan and his team are redefining wha...

5 Joulu 202529min

Soil Superheroes: Eaton Worms Turns Vermiculture into Regeneration

Soil Superheroes: Eaton Worms Turns Vermiculture into Regeneration

In this episode, we dig deep—literally—into the world of earthworms and soil regeneration with Rodney Eaton of Eaton Worms, a Florida company specializing in high-quality earthworms and organic soil-b...

28 Marras 202546min

Rooted in Florida: Joanna Oswalt on Agritourism and Advocacy

Rooted in Florida: Joanna Oswalt on Agritourism and Advocacy

This week, Kris and Tara sit down with Joanna Oswalt—a seventh-generation Floridian, agricultural consultant, and President of the Sumter County Farm Bureau. With deep family roots in Florida agricult...

21 Marras 202544min

From Soil to STEM: Transforming the Classroom with Kevin O’Gorman

From Soil to STEM: Transforming the Classroom with Kevin O’Gorman

In this episode, we talk with Kevin O’Gorman, a hands-on science educator whose love for agriculture and the natural world began on his family’s retired apple orchard in upstate New York. With a degre...

14 Marras 202539min

Cover Cropping with Brad Turner

Cover Cropping with Brad Turner

Former host and longtime soil health advocate Brad Turner returns to The Modern Farming Podcast to dig deep into cover cropping. In this episode, Brad explores what happens when we push the land too h...

13 Marras 202547min

Financial Fitness for Farmers: Planning for Today and Tomorrow

Financial Fitness for Farmers: Planning for Today and Tomorrow

In this episode of the Modern Farming Podcast, we sit down with Rocky Malphurs — a 34-year financial and insurance professional with deep Florida roots and a lifelong commitment to helping farmers, ra...

7 Marras 202548min

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