{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The DC Beer Show","title":"Wheatland Spring is an Oasis","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/4a19d5cc\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2113,"description":"Explore the intersection of farming, community, and craft beer with Bonnie and John from Wheatland Spring. This episode highlights their sustainable farming practices, innovative brewing, and the meaningful community events they host, emphasizing the importance of terroir and local support in beer production.Main topics:The farm's history and regenerative agricultural practicesThe philosophy behind estate brewing and terroir in beerThe annual Land Beer Fest and Oktoberfest celebrationsThe impact of small-scale maltsters on local brewingCommunity engagement and the future of Wheatland SpringIn this episode:Bonnie and John share the background and mission of Wheatland Spring, founded on the principles of regenerative agriculture and small farm supportThe hosts and guests discuss their approach to making beer with a sense of place, emphasizing terroir and the uniqueness of estate-grown ingredientsDetails about the Land Beer Fest, including the new Liberty estate beer, celebrating the US 250th anniversaryThe importance of supporting local maltsters like Murphy and Rood, and how the upcoming change affects their supply chainThe community-building aspects of Wheatland Spring, from farm weddings to festivals and local collaborationsTheir vision for preserving farmland and maintaining the farm as a retreat within reach for future generationsInsights into the planning and execution of their events, including German-inspired OktoberfestThe significance of supporting small businesses and the local economy through intentional brewing practicesResources & Links:Wheatland Spring FarmCity Brew ToursConnect with Bonnie and John:Wheatland Spring on InstagramWheatland Spring on FacebookJoin the conversation and support local brewing, farming, and community in Virginia. Cheers to Wheatland Spring’s mission of sustainability, terroir-driven beer, and community connection!Thank you for tuning in! Follow what's happening in the DC scene at DCBeer.com and @dcbeer on social media....","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/3ZGJXigg_LXZYcA5JMFyRe2YublcOsUWLQcYuE1EuxE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzUxNi8xNTg4MTA3/NzY5LWFydHdvcmsu/anBn.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}