It takes a family to raise a farm! This new reality series provides a glimpse into the life and living of America's farm families. They work hard and play even harder.
It takes a family to raise a farm! This new reality series provides a glimpse into the life and living of America's farm families. They work hard and play even harder.
Producer: Jess Littman, Kevin Kalb, Brooks Cardinal
Director: Jared Gagnon-Palick
"Live To Farm is a brand new show on Discovery Channel that follows some of the top farmers of America, from the planting season through harvest. These farming families teach the general public about what goes on behind the scenes on a successful farm, while enjoying the dynamics at play within a family-run operation. The program also provides instruction and guidance to other working farmers about the technology, products, and techniques that go into producing a high yielding crop. By demonstrating the ongoing work of farmers, Live To Farm gives audiences a new appreciation for the people who often go unnoticed as they provide for us every day. The show is sponsored by many of the biggest agricultural companies in the world - including Case IH, Dekalb, Agrigold, Heliae, Pivot Bio, Bayer Ag, and many more - in an effort to educate the general public about the worldwide endeavor to improve sustainability and awareness for the future of agriculture."
10 episodes
The Kalb family welcomes us to their wonderful farming world. Rain threatens to disrupt planting, so the Kalbs host a friendly shooting contest. Dallas Cardinal shows us the best way to maintain a cultivator. Tilling dirt gets explosive with Mikey.
Runtime: 22 minThe Cardinal family harvests their wheat crop, while planting soybeans right behind. Joe Dedman the “Corn Whisperer” visits the Kalbs to share his wealth of agricultural knowledge. The Cardinal family navigates their flooded fields using water-sports.
Runtime: 22 minIt’s watermelon planting season! The Cardinal family shows us the importance of pollination using Honey Bees, and provides a tour of their farming operation. Kevin’s equipment seems to break down at the worst time possible.
Runtime: 22 minIt’s a 4th of July celebration at the Kalb farm. A homemade slip-and-slide is the star of the party, but not everyone makes it down smoothly. Kevin and Brooks give us an update on their corn. A homemade fireworks show is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday.
Runtime: 21 minThe county fair isn’t just funnel cakes and theme rides; the Cardinals are showing off their best hogs at the 4H pig show! A pig-gone-wild threatens to disrupt Dallas’ winning title.
Runtime: 21 minThe farmers attend a “Field Day” in Indiana, where they learn about the latest in farm technology. They get a sneak peak at a one of a kind sprayer, and are the first ones in America to test drive it. Kevin and Brooks spray their own fields with nutrients, but Tar Spot disease threatens to destroy Brooks’ corn crop.
Runtime: 21 minFarming isn’t just for the boys - we’re spending time with a few women in agriculture! The farmers get some help from their friends, making sure their crop is ready for harvest. Farmer Grayce gives us a tour of her farm to see how the millennials get it done.
Runtime: 21 minIt’s harvest time on the farm! Watermelons, Corn, and Soybeans headline this year's successful yields. Kevin and Brooks spend some time with Joe Dedman, the Corn Whisperer. Chelsea shows us the best way to cut a watermelon.
Runtime: 21 minWater can either be a farmer's best friend, or their biggest enemy. The elements can give life one day, and take it the next. Kevin and Brooks tile their fields to better control the flow of water on their land.
Runtime: 21 minWith another year of farming under their belts, there is no time to rest; the preparation for next year's planting season is immediately underway. The families start working the ground to prepare the soil for next year, but will they finish in time before the ground freezes?
Runtime: 21 minLive 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
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.
Runtime: 20 minCome 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.
Runtime: 20 minThe 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.
Runtime: 20 minPlanting 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.
Runtime: 20 minThe 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.
Runtime: 20 minThe Kalbs visit New York, learning about dairy farming and seeing the city.
Runtime: 20 minThe Kalbs get a new grain vac. An unforeseen tornado wreaks havoc on their farm.
Runtime: 20 minShawn and her daughters spend time on a goat farm. Kevin reflects on crop progress.
Runtime: 20 minKevin and Brooks attend the Farm Progress show. Maintenance is in full swing.
Runtime: 20 minThe Cardinals upgrade their grain bins. Dallas and Kix show their prize pigs.
Runtime: 20 minWatermelon harvest on Cardinal Farms. The kids make harvest more fun.
Runtime: 20 minKevin and Brooks reap the yield of another season. Harvest is in full swing.
Runtime: 20 minKevin and Brooks prepare for next year. They tile for water management.
Runtime: 20 minLive To Farm | Season 1 Trailer