Beakuency welcomes David Newman and Spencer Crawford. David is the co-founder of Arthur’s Point Farm in Ghent, Columbia County, and Spencer is an expert birder with a background in wildlife biology who has spent significant time observing birds on the farm. Arthur’s Point Farm is a native plant nursery that supports ecological agriculture, restores the land, and helps implement natural climate solutions for surrounding farmers and landowners. Their holistic land management has also created thriving habitat for birds, including threatened grassland species like the Grasshopper Sparrow. Among the many factors contributing to this rich biodiversity, the interview highlights intentional hedgerows, a practical approach that enhances farm productivity while supporting insect and bird populations, and a go-to habitat for birders. Spencer shares how avian life benefits from this approach, while David shares the challenges for farmers and the importance of public policy support to achieve long-term environmental outcomes. Their words encourage each one of us in the community to act as land stewards by planting native species and supporting local, resilient agricultural systems.

Arthur’s Point Farm website

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Hosted by Mayuko Fujino, "Beakuency" invites the local community to be inspired by the joy, beauty, and wisdom bird enthusiasts find in the nature of our neighborhoods. Every episode features an interview with local bird people, plus a freeform mix of sound made by birds and humans inspired by birds.

Read the interview transcripts and see more photos at beakuency.substack.com.

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