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Farm Talk with Paul Ward in Ventura County, CA discusses different aspects of farm living in rural communities in California.
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Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
Skilled tradesman Colm has been serving the Ventura County community since 2007. From windows to solar panels to rain gutters, entrepreneur Colm FitzGerald from Deluxe Window Cleaning has you and your home covered. In this episode you’ll discover the many benefits of professional window cleaning and learn how it can potentially boost the efficacy of your solar panels! During the interview you’ll pick up some tips of the trade and see the value of your windows in a whole new light.
Get in touch:
Colm FitzGerald | Owner
Deluxe Window Cleaning
Call/Test: 805-340-4159
Email: colm@deluxewindowcleaning.co
Instagram: @deluxewindowcleaning
Full episodes are always available on Paul’s YouTube channel. Don't forget to hit subscribe!
In this week's episode:
0:00 Introduction
0:55 Windows are an expensive home investment
2:06 Timeline for getting residential windows cleaned
4:20 Window cleaning is a skilled trade with professional results
6:00 Benefits of washing with purified water
6:24 Cleaning solar panels
6:48 The entrepreneurial story behind Colm’s window cleaning business
9:27 Colm’s favorite parts of the business
10:21 Increasing a home’s curb appeal when selling
12:00 Increased door and window functionality with a professional cleaning
12:42 Colm also cleans rain gutters
13:47 How to get in touch with Colm for a professional window, solar panel, or rain gutter cleaning
13:58 Increased solar panel production with proper cleaning
Related Episodes:
Have ideas for future episodes? We'd love to answer your questions - leave a comment! For any home buying or home selling needs in the Ventura County area of California, please reach out to Paul@HomeAndRanchTeam.com or visit www.HomeAndRanchTeam.com
A special THANK YOU to our sponsors! Farm Talk with Paul Ward would not be possible without the support of our sponsors, Opus Escrow. Supporting our sponsors ensures Farm Talk can provide listeners with the best possible episodes.
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Join host Paul Ward as he embarks on an enlightening journey into the world of sustainable agriculture in the heart of California. In this captivating episode of "Farm Talk," Paul sits down with the visionary Andrea Crawford, the founder and driving force behind Roan Mills Bakery and Kenter Canyon Farms, nestled in the scenic landscapes of Fillmore, CA.
Andrea Crawford is not your average farmer; she's a pioneer in the realm of regenerative farming practices and heirloom grain cultivation. Her passion for preserving heritage grains and reviving traditional milling techniques has made her a beacon of inspiration for both aspiring farmers and food enthusiasts alike.
Tune in to discover how Andrea's dedication to biodiversity, soil health, and responsible farming methods is shaping the future of food production in California. Paul and Andrea delve into her journey, from her initial forays into farming to her successful establishment of Roan Mills, which has become a celebrated hub for artisanal grain milling and heirloom grain production.
Throughout the episode, you'll learn about:
- 1. The Roan Mills story: Explore Andrea's profound connection to the land and her commitment to sustainable agriculture.
- 2. Heritage grains and their significance: Discover the importance of preserving ancient grain varieties and the impact they have on our diets and ecosystems.
- 3. Regenerative farming practices: Gain insights into the innovative techniques and philosophies that Roan Mills employs to foster biodiversity and soil health.
- 4. Milling traditions: Dive into the fascinating world of stone milling, its historical significance, and the unique flavor profiles it imparts to Roan Mills' products.
- 5. Community and collaboration: Learn about Andrea's efforts to build a strong farming community and her collaborations with local chefs, bakers, and artisans who share her passion for quality ingredients.
This episode of "Farm Talk" is a testament to the power of sustainable farming, the importance of preserving agricultural heritage, and the dedication of individuals like Andrea Crawford in shaping a more responsible and flavorful future. Don't miss this engaging conversation between Paul Ward and Andrea Crawford as they explore the roots and future of Roan Mills.
Watch the full episode on Paul’s YouTube Channel
0:00 Introduction to show and to Andrea Crawford
0:22 The Farmer, Miller, Baker and Pasta Maker
0:58 The beginnings: A Backyard Gardener
1:48 How Andrea transitioned to a baker
3:04 How Chez Pannise Restaurant and Alice Waters fit into Andrea’s story
4:34 Andrea’s Ah-Ha moment
6:59 Wolfgang Puck backs Andrea’s idea
7:42 Andrea literally sails from Berkeley down to LA
8:42 Andrea makes the cover of the Sunday LA Times
10:38 Andrea is charmed by Larry Silverton to stick around
12:14 Is Andrea still maintaining the garden(s)?
13:15 The transition to the urban farming business and Kenter Canyon Farms
15:37 Andrea and her husband buy the ranch
16:17 Are they organic?
16:47 The transition to a bakery
17:43 Andrea starts milling her own grain
19:33 The operation is still out of Andrea’s kitchen
20:42 After the ground squirrels got cocky, the professionals are brought in and production multiplied
21:42 How they got into the wheat business
22:17 Andrea starts baking
24:19 Whole Foods and Farmers’ Markets change the game
26:35 A broad inventory, including pastas
27:46 What Farmers’ markets you can find Roan Mills Farms products at
28:10 Roan Mills Bakery days and hours of operation and what visitors can expect to find there
31:04 Roan Mills website
31:34 Andrea feeds the hungry with leftovers
32:10 Compostable Cellophane
32:49 Andrea explains the farm being regenerative
34:36 The menus change with the seasons and availability of what’s farmed
35:17 Where does the name Roan Mills come from
36:07 What’s next for Andrea and Roan Mills
37:15 Andrea explains what working for them looks like and how it keeps morale up
38:19 Thank you to our sponsor: Opus Escrow
Related Episodes:
Organic & Sustainable Hop Farming in Fillmore, CA with Mollie Engelhart
Alex Frecker and Frecker Farms: Certified Organic Row Crops
Sage Brews- A Female Owned Organic Brewery
Have ideas for future episodes? We'd love to answer your questions - leave a comment! For any home buying or home selling needs in the Ventura County area of California, please reach out to Paul@HomeAndRanchTeam.com or visit www.HomeAndRanchTeam.com
A special THANK YOU to our sponsor! Farm Talk with Paul Ward would not be possible without the support of our sponsor Opus Escrow. Supporting our sponsor ensures Farm Talk can provide listeners with the best possible episodes.
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
15 Minutes with Paul Ward - Steve Vanderzwaag of Zwaag Termite Control (Part 1)
Termite damage will scare off even the most enthusiastic buyer but Steve Vanderzwaag, proprietor of Zwaag Termite Control, has fought the tiny home destroyers for over 20 years. Steve has so much information to share, Paul had to extend this episode into a second part!
Steve estimates he has crawled through over 15,000 crawl spaces in over 20 years in business. Steve knows his way around a fumigation tent and a heat treatment - but which one does he recommend? The answer might surprise you!
Discover why Zwaag Termite Control is the only pest control company Paul recommends in part one of this series:
- How Steve got started in the industry over 20 years ago
- Termite damage vs dry rot damage,
- When most tenting treatment takes place
- The importance of getting a termite inspection done before listing a home for sale
Check out Paul's interview with Steve Vanderzwaag on YouTube!
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Get in touch!
Zwaag Termite Control
805-383-9900 or
805-526-7040
Call Today for a Free Estimate or Inspection Request
Have ideas for future episodes? We'd love to answer your questions - leave a comment!
For any home buying or home selling needs in the Ventura County area of California, please reach out to Paul@HomeAndRanchTeam.com or visit www.HomeAndRanchTeam.com
A special THANK YOU to our sponsors! 15 Minutes with Paul Ward would not be possible without the support of our sponsors, Opus Escrow and Community West Bank. Supporting our sponsors ensures 15 Minutes with Paul Ward can provide listeners with the best possible episodes.
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
A brokerage in Westlake Village, CA for a little over 15 years, Pacific Oaks Mortgage has the opportunity to work with various lenders to help find a loan program that best fits the borrower’s needs. In this episode, Paul sits down with Chris James, a Loan Specialist with Pacific Oaks Mortgage to discuss VA Loans. Chris helps us understand who qualifies for a VA Loan, shares some information about different programs designed specifically for Veterans, gives us insight on current interest rates, and so much more.
Get in touch:
Chris James
Pacific Oaks Mortgage Team
Cell: 818-292-1260
chrisjames@pacificoaksmortgage.com
Watch the full episode complete with charts and guides on Paul’s YouTube channel.
What you’ll learn in this week’s episode:
0:00 Introduction
0:40 Who is Pacific Oaks Mortgage?
1:12 With 100 large investors, Pacific Oaks Mortgage can get the borrow the best possible rate available
1:55 Who specifically qualifies for a VA Loan
2:15 How much money does a Veteran buyer have to put down on their loan?
2:43 The lowest a Veteran’s FICO score can be to qualify
3:31 The Temporary BuyDown Program and how it benefits a Veteran
4:40 Chris tells us about the preapproval process for a VA Loan
6:44 Current interest rates on VA Loans
7:35 Chris talks about the different ways to structure a BuyDown loan.
8:30 More benefits of the BuyDown Program
9:35 Stats on current homeowner’s interest rates
10:05 Overbidding and Higher Prices with lower interest rates vs Higher interest rates, more affordable home prices, and refinancing later
10:35 Other programs that Pacific Oaks Mortgage offers
11:14 “Piggyback HELOC mortgages” & One Time VA Construction Loans
13:29 Programs available to help a Veteran even with increased interest rates
13:46 How to contact Chris James
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Have ideas for future episodes? We'd love to answer your questions - leave a comment! For any home buying or home selling needs in the Ventura County area of California, please reach out to Paul@HomeAndRanchTeam.com or visit www.HomeAndRanchTeam.com
A special THANK YOU to our sponsor! Farm Talk with Paul Ward would not be possible without the support of our sponsors, Opus Escrow. Supporting our sponsors ensures Farm Talk can provide listeners with the best possible episodes.
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
In the heart of Ventura County, Kim Rice, a lady brewmaster, has been hard at work turning seasonal organic produce and local organic hops into unique beer and kombucha flavors - including Boozy Booch. Not often thought of as an agricultural product, Sage Brews is dedicated to using organic and local ingredients and practicing regenerative farming to produce some truly impressive results. In this episode, Paul discovers more about regenerative farming, wet hops, and the exciting future in store for Sage Brews. Discover Kim’s journey to brewmaster, how kombucha is different from beer, and how to turn strawberries into a best-selling blond beer.
Watch the full episode on Paul’s YouTube Channel
0:00 Introducing lady brewmaster, Kim Rice, from Sage Brews in
2:00 Making organic beer with ingredients sourced in southern California,
3:11 Sage Brews is one of few breweries growing their own hops.
4:30 What are WET hops and why are they important?
5:56 The specialness and vibrancy of once-a-year wet hop brewed beer.
6:38 A third of Sage Brews production is fresh kombucha made with local ingredients.
7:35 What differentiates kombucha from beer?
9:25 Seasonal produce determines available beer and kombucha flavors.
9:43 How Sage Brews incorporates regenerative farming practices in their hop yard.
11:39 The origin of Kiss The Ground beer.
13:33 Life as a lady brewmaster in a traditionally male dominated industry.
14:43 The exciting future of Sage Brews (hint: Texas & Los Angeles).
17:17 How people can enjoy beverages produced by Sage Brews.
18:16 Kim Rice’s journey to brewmaster.
20:59 Sage Brews is an award winning brewery!
21:36 Which inventive flavors are people drawn to?
23:28 Turning strawberries into an ale.
26:00 Paul’s Garden of Eden is a compost bin.
26:47 Turning restaurant food waste and spent grain from the brewery into a regenerative cycle.
Related Episodes:
Organic & Sustainable Hop Farming in Fillmore, CA with Mollie Engelhart
Interview with Chef Mollie Engelhart of Sow a Heart Farm
Hilary Boynton - Founder of School of Lunch
Have ideas for future episodes? We'd love to answer your questions - leave a comment! For any home buying or home selling needs in the Ventura County area of California, please reach out to Paul@HomeAndRanchTeam.com or visit www.HomeAndRanchTeam.com
A special THANK YOU to our sponsor! Farm Talk with Paul Ward would not be possible without the support of our sponsor Opus Escrow. Supporting our sponsor ensures Farm Talk can provide listeners with the best possible episodes.
Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
15 Minutes with Paul Ward - First Time Home Buyer Specialist, Marianne Caprino
In this special episode, Paul meets with first time home buyer expert, Marianne Caprino. Marianne shares some surprising information such as a first-time home buyer can also be someone who has not owned a home in three years! Marianne also shares what mortgage insurance is and how it can affect a buyer’s ability to purchase a home. There may be some unforeseen costs involved when buying a home but this episode breaks it down into easy-to-understand segments so buyers can be prepared!
What programs are available in California to help first time homeowners? How can you start on your journey to home ownership? Tune in and find out!
Paul has also prepared a video presentation with this episode available on YouTube @PaulWardFarmTalk and on his blog with a full transcript!
What you’ll learn in this episode:
0:00 Topic Introduction
0:34 First time home buyer criteria
0:54 New programs for first time home buyers in California
2:27 Defining mortgage insurance
2:46 Possible unforeseen costs
3:54 20% down payment assistance
5:51 Loan restrictions
6:31 Loan eligibility
8:11 Important factors to consider
11:05 Low-income grant programs
12:35 How to get in touch with Marianne Caprino
First-time Homebuyer related 15 minutes episodes:
Vanessa Jimenez from Opus Escrow
Mortgage Rates with Mortgage Loan Originator, Karly Rosalez
Marianne Caprino - Mortgage Loan Originator
Luxury Properties, Jumbo, Conventional, FHA, VA
Dignified Home Loans, LLC
Cell (805) 340-6659 2751
Park View Court 2nd Floor, Suite 231 Oxnard, CA 93036
NMLS 1829876
Dignified Home Loans | Your Trusted Mortgage Lender - Marianne Caprino
Have ideas for future episodes? We'd love to answer your questions - leave a comment!
For any home buying or home selling needs in the Ventura County area of California, please reach out to Paul@HomeAndRanchTeam.com or visit www.HomeAndRanchTeam.com
Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
Horses, cows, goats, and pigs oh my! In this episode, Paul meets with Dr. Katie Nenneker, COO and co-founder of Nenn Equine to discuss what it’s like being a large animal mobile veterinarian in Southern California. Based out of Santa Rosa Valley near Camarillo, Dr. Nenn and her husband Greg Marx founded the practice in 2020 with the goal to service all animals in the surrounding communities in need of mobile veterinary care. Just three short years later, Nenn Equine is the primary vet source for large animals from Long Beach to Mojave.
Discover how Dr. Nenn treats large companion animals with state of the art laser technology to heal catastrophic injuries that once might not have been treatable. When she’s not saving lives, you’ll find her treating Los Angeles’s surprisingly large pot bellied pigs, including pedicures complete with rhinestones! There’s so much to learn about a practice that ranges from vaccinating flocks of chickens to splinting a broken leg for a Nigerian dwarf goat… but that’s not all!
Dr. Nenn has a few more endeavors up her sleeve! She’s in the process of starting a large animal hospital so community members and their animals don’t have to travel 400 miles to Davis CA for specialized care. She also created the non-profit Nenn Foundation to save animals who are in dire need of care their owners cannot afford.
Tune in to hear the incredible rescue story of DaVinci the pygmy goat, thanks to the Nenn Foundation in this episode!
Watch on YouTube! https://youtu.be/zyVmMylAinM
Contact Nenn Equine
1-805-603-2716
Animal Related Farm Talk Episodes
Beekeeper Larry Pender - https://youtu.be/UT4QnrfqETE
All Dogs Rule - https://youtu.be/G1Bqw7W9IJQ
Equine Facilitated Learning - https://youtu.be/XMKZ3VVI-bQ
In This Episode:
0:00 Intro to our Guest Dr. Katie Nenn
:28 How Nenn Equine began in 2020
1:20 Territory covered by Nenn Equine
2:26 How patients are prioritized
3:57 The most common call Nenn Equine receives
5:12 Vaccination schedule by species
6:27 Farm animals as companion animals
8:44 Start of the art laser technology for treating large animals
13:09 One stop veterinary services
14:30 Video consultations
15:52 Nenn Equine’s practice is expanding
17:11 Farm animals in Los Angeles
18:37 Nenn Foundation
20:00 Establishing a large animal hospital
22:06 Rescuing large animals
24:39 Veterinary medicine is female driven industry
27:22 Expanding the Nenn Foundation into other states
28:20 Davinci the rescue goat
30:15 Bulldog of the Year at Fresno State
Have ideas for future episodes? We'd love to answer your questions - leave a comment! For any home buying or home selling needs in the Ventura County area of California, please reach out to Paul@HomeAndRanchTeam.com or visit www.HomeAndRanchTeam.com
A special THANK YOU to our sponsors! Farm Talk with Paul Ward would not be possible without the support of our sponsors OPUS Escrow and Community West Bank. Supporting our sponsors ensures Farm Talk can provide listeners with the best possible episodes.
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
Wednesday Jul 26, 2023
Home appraisals are so important because they guarantee your lender that the home is worth the purchase price. But are appraisals always accurate? In this episode, Paul walks us through a recent appraisal nightmare that no homeseller ever wants to encounter. What happens when appraisals go wrong and why can they be so inaccurate? Get your questions answered in this brief but informative episode!
Watch the full episode complete with charts and guides on Paul’s YouTube channel.
What you’ll learn in this week’s episode:
0:00 Real estate transactions and how they can impact a transaction
0:19 A recent real estate appraisal debacle in Ventura County, CA
0:55 The three types of appraisals
2:13 Challenges of appraising custom homes
2:50 The appraised custom home
4:40 The first incorrect appraisal
5:38 The second appraisal is also too low
6:11 Why the appraisals went so wrong
9:54 Paul’s advice when encountering an inaccurate appraisal
11:05 Contact Paul with any questions
11:14 Thank you to our sponsor, Opus Escrow
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Have ideas for future episodes? We'd love to answer your questions - leave a comment! For any home buying or home selling needs in the Ventura County area of California, please reach out to Paul@HomeAndRanchTeam.com or visit www.HomeAndRanchTeam.com
A special THANK YOU to our sponsor! Farm Talk with Paul Ward would not be possible without the support of our sponsor Opus Escrow. Supporting our sponsor ensures Farm Talk can provide listeners with the best possible episodes.
Wednesday Jul 19, 2023
Wednesday Jul 19, 2023
Join Paul Ward as he learns about an incredible nonprofit that redistributes produce to food insecure people in Ventura and Los Angeles counties. Andrea Howry shares how she started volunteering with Food Forward and the logistics behind redistributing over 227 types of produce from backyard farms, wholesale and farmers’ markets. Food Forward rescues produce that would otherwise go to waste and works with many organizations to redistribute enough food to meet the nutritional needs of over 220,000 people.
Learn more about Food Forward, including how to volunteer at a picking event!
Watch the full episode complete with charts and guides on Paul’s YouTube channel.
What you’ll learn in this week’s episode:
0:00 Introducing Andrea Howry from Food Forward, a non-profit organization dedicated to ending food insecurity in southern California
0:26 Thanks to our sponsor, Opus Escrow
0:27 What is a backyard harvest coordinator with Food Forward?
1:17 Is one tree enough to warrant a call from Food Forward?
1:45 Does Food Forward accept canned goods?
2:06 How does fresh produce get distributed by Food Forward?
2:47 What are the sources of fresh produce?
4:28 Where would the food go if hungry families weren’t being served?
5:14 Food insecurity is a huge problem.
5:52 Where did the idea for Food Forward come from?
6:59 Is Food Forward a combination of employees and volunteers?
7:38 Are there repeat donors?
8:09 Is harvesting from just orchards or gardens, too?
8:33 What happens to crops that don’t have a long shelf life?
9:33 What happens to donations like lemons?
10:18 How does Food Forward find volunteers?
11:59 How much food is prevented from going into the landfill?
13:06 How does food get distributed by Food Forward?
13:58 How big is Food Forward?
14:58 What is the role of a Farmers’ Market Coordinator
15:16 Is a church a hunger relief organization?
15:28 Does Food Forward distribute directly to families?
15:34 What’s in store for the future of Food Forward?
16:32 How can people get in touch with Food Forward to donate produce?
17:21 What does a picking event entail?
17:47 How Andrea Howry started volunteering with Food Forward.
18:51 Redistributing 227 different types of produce to food insecure people.
20:10 Thank you to Andrea for sharing her time and knowledge with the Farm Talk audience.
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Have ideas for future episodes? We'd love to answer your questions - leave a comment! For any home buying or home selling needs in the Ventura County area of California, please reach out to Paul@HomeAndRanchTeam.com or visit www.HomeAndRanchTeam.com
A special THANK YOU to our sponsor! Farm Talk with Paul Ward would not be possible without the support of our sponsor Opus Escrow. Supporting our sponsor ensures Farm Talk can provide listeners with the best possible episodes.
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
Paul meets with Carlos Ramirez of Bonito Coffee to talk about "farm to cup coffee", his Central American family traditions that started his passion for coffee roasting, and his love for the Ojai community.
Have ideas for future episodes? We'd love to answer your questions - leave a comment! For any home buying or home selling needs in the Ventura County area of California, please reach out to Paul@HomeAndRanchTeam.com or visit
www.HomeAndRanchTeam.com A special THANK YOU to our sponsor! Farm Talk with Paul Ward would not be possible without the support of our sponsor Opus Escrow. Supporting our sponsor ensures Farm Talk can provide listeners with the best possible episodes.