Farmstrong
Few things connect people faster than food. For host Ryan Armstrong, it’s the stories of the people behind the food that hit deepest — their family legacies, how they made it through the tough times and how they celebrate the good times. This podcast will give you a face behind the food. It uncovers the honest and proud stories of the fascinating yet little-known sectors of the agriculture industry.
Farmstrong
1 | Teyanna Marx: The Art, Heart and Hard Truths of Modern Farming
In this inaugural episode, Ryan Armstrong is joined by Teyanna Marx — ag marketer, artist and multigenerational Wisconsin farmer. Together, they dig into the roots of agricultural life, from Teyanna’s childhood memories on the family farm to her journey as Wisconsin’s “Alice in Dairyland.” Teyanna shares the highs and lows: the heartbreak of selling her family’s dairy herd, the joy of blending creativity with advocacy, and why vulnerability and real conversations are vital for rural communities.
They explore the ongoing challenges of succession planning, skyrocketing land prices and mental health in agriculture. For Teyanna, gratitude, communication, and mentorship lie at the heart of keeping farming communities resilient — even as extreme weather and business realities test their limits. Ryan and Teyanna also discuss how social media can be both a bridge and a barrier, and why simply saying “thank you” can make a big difference.
Highlights include:
- How Teyanna’s experiences as Alice in Dairyland shaped her calling
- The tough decision to move away from dairy, and what it taught her about advocacy
- The power of asking questions and honoring both tradition and new ideas on the farm
Memorable Quotes:
- “Farmers…are some of the most deeply feeling people on this planet. And we are also some of the people that struggle with vulnerability the most.” – Teyanna Marx
- “If I can help in some way…perhaps that moment won't happen again for another 11 year old girl.” – Teyanna Marx
Tune in to hear how sharing honest stories can heal, connect, and inspire—across fence lines and generations.
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Resources:
- Florida Farm List
- Georgia Grown
- Fresh from Florida
- Community Cannery Locations
- Florida Young Farmer and Rancher Resources
- Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers
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