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A farmer and digital farming expert, Clint Chaffer brings first-hand knowledge and high-energy personality to interviews with industry thought leaders on topics farmers are thinking about. Listen in as Clint talks all things ag, and join in the fun along the way.

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    Tales From Planting Season

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 35:48


    It's planting season, and in this episode, Andy Folta sits down with Heather Freebairn and Lantz Cornett to share real-world stories from the field. From planter problems to tech surprises, they explore how FieldView™ helped turn challenges into wins—and built stronger grower relationships along the way.

    ATF on the Farm Part 2 | Around the Farm Ep. 102

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 22:55


    Tom is back in the shop at the Climate Research Farm with Josh Dukeman, Adam Bailey, and Lantz Cornett. In this second part, they continue their conversation on how FieldView is enhancing their research trials and strengthening relationships between seed dealers, agronomic advisors, and growers.

    ATF on the Farm Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 36:36


    In this special episode of Around the Farm, Tom visits the Climate Research Farm in New Berlin, IL, where he sits down with Josh Dukeman, Adam Bailey, and Lantz Cornett. Together, they explore the exciting trials they have planned ahead and discuss how FieldView and Preceon are playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of their research.

    Looking Back, Planting Ahead

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 29:34


    We're celebrating Episode 100 of Around the Farm!

    Channel Seed Brand Merger

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 42:37


    In this episode, Tom and Andy chat with Kyle Allen, a Channel Seed Pro with Gateway Precision Ag, about the recent regional seed brand merger at Channel and the latest innovations in digital agriculture that he's leveraging with growers.

    Farmly Feud

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 29:05


    This month, Andy and Tom catch-up with their siblings, Michelle Valentine, Transformation Inoculation Lead at Bayer Crop Science, and James Verseman, Product Manager at SKF Group. Join them as they discuss their experiences working in agriculture and test their industry knowledge in a game of Farmly Feud.

    Harvest Season 24'

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 38:21


    In this episode, Andy and Tom meet with Chris Kallal, territory agronomist at DEKALB/Asgrow. Join them as they speak about challenges and trends in 2024 harvest and post-harvest.

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    First Responders and Harvest Safety Preparation

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 35:18


    In this episode, Andy and Tom meet with FieldView Product Manager, Lucas Buchmiller. Discussions span farm safety during harvest season and best practices to ensure first responders and your workers are prepared in case of an emergency on your farm.

    Drive 2.0

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 24:13


    Andy meets with Digital Enablement Leads Ryan Van Norden and Philip Larsen. They discuss Drive 2.0's new features and benefits. You can find more information about Drive 2.0 at https://climate.com/.

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    Grain Marketing Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 25:07


    In this episode, Tom and Julie are joined by Steve Nicholson, Senior Analyst - Grains & Oilseeds, Rabo AgriFinance. The three of them discuss the current grain market and what market trends growers should look out for in the next couple of months.

    Stories from the Field

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2024 25:31


    Tom, Andy, and Julie review some stories and videos sent from farmers. Tune in to hear these entertaining stories, perfect for when you're in the cab or out scouting.

    FieldView Changes in 2024 Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 19:28


    In this second part from Episode 89, Tom is back with Wyatt Jones, the Brand Manager for Climate FieldView, and Andy Folta, the US Product Marketing Manager. Wyatt continues his discussion with Tom about the recently introduced FieldView premium, highlighting its fresh features and benefits for farmers. Andy continues the conversation to discuss the imminent release of Drive 2.0 and the enhancements in data gathering that customers can anticipate with this updated technology. Tune in to learn more about the recent progressions from FieldView in the current year.

    Cicada Season

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 25:49


    In this episode, Tom and Julie meet with Dr. Eric Blinka, an entomologist and Technology Development Representative at Bayer. Listen to hear more about the latest advancements in pest management and what we can expect from cicadas in 2024.

    Addressing Carbon with ForGround

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 27:45


    In this episode, Julie meets with Andrew Starr, Brand Marketing Lead with ForGround by Bayer. Andrew gives an overview of the Bayer Carbon Program and the resources growers and companies can benefit from. They also meet with Ben Runge, Sustainable Systems Agronomist at ForGround, who discusses how growers can evaluate various sustainability and carbon programs available to them. Listen to hear more about how the Bayer Carbon Program helps growers and companies across the nation advance soil health and sequester carbon.

    FieldView Changes in 2024 Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 18:42


    In this episode, Tom meets with Wyatt Jones, Climate FieldView Brand Manager, and Andy Folta, US Product Marketing Manager. Listen to hear about the newly launched FieldView tiers, the latest features, and offerings for the new the tiers. They also discuss the upcoming launch of Drive 2.0 and the improvements in data collection customers can expect. Stay tuned for part 2!

    Spring Weather Report 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 36:44


    In this episode, Julie and Tom dig into 2024 weather patterns, looking back at the el niño that occurred in the last six months and the upcoming la niña. They meet with Zach Hansen, Climate Weather Science Team Manager, who discusses where to plant ahead of these future weather patterns and tools that can help you forecast. Brad Coleman, former President of the American Meteorological Society, also sits down with them to discuss what the different patterns look like for an el niño versus a la niña. Listen to hear more about how farmers should plan for these upcoming weather patterns.

    Planting Checklist

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2024 18:40


    In this episode, Zach Kayser and Julie Bonk go through the planter's checklist, identifying the key items growers need to take action on for this planting season. They meet with Brad Veale, Channel Seed Pro, who speaks about the importance of making machinery more efficient. Fabián G. Fernández, Professor & Extension Nutrient Management Specialist, also speaks about how farmers should set up their farm trials in order to receive rich data. Listen to hear more about how farmers should approach the 2024 planting season.

    Planning Innovation for Planting

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 16:30


    In this episode, Tom Verseman and Julie Bonk discuss opportunities for exploring innovation ahead of the 2024 planting season. Tom recalls insights gleaned from Brad Veale, a Channel Seed Pro from Missouri. Jerry Seuntjens from Kingsley, Iowa shares advice about developing and approaching field trials. Listen to hear more about deciding and implementing tests in the field!

    Preceon Groundbreakers' Harvest Results with Erica Strittmatter

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 16:51


    In this episode, Tom Verseman interviews Erica Strittmatter, Corn Straits Launch & Marketing Lead at Bayer Crop Science. Erica shares some insight on the Preceon smart corn system trials in 2023. Tune in for this special interview live from Tucson, AZ!

    Clint's Sign-off | Around the Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 29:01


    In this episode, Clint bids farewell. Watch for a selection of Clint's greatest clips. Join us as we relive some of the most captivating discussions from the show.

    Year-in-Review 2023: Insights and Memorable Moments on Around the Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024 35:51


    Welcome to a special New Year's episode of Around the Farm! Join hosts Clint Chaffer and Tom Versemen on a journey through the best moments and insights from 2023. Test your knowledge alongside Clint and Tom in their pop quiz questions. Get up to speed with the latest groundbreaking developments in the ag industry that caught their attention, from cutting-edge technologies to sustainable farming practices. Buckle up and join us for an unforgettable Around the Farm! Get ready to learn, engage, and be inspired by the thriving world of agriculture. We'll see you there. #AroundTheFarm #AgriculturePodcast #FarmLife #AgPodcast #Farming #YearReview

    Succession Planning with Lance Woodbury

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 37:13


    In this episode, Clint Chaffer interviews Lance Woodbury, a Family Business Advisor for Pinion. Have you planned for what will happen to farm leadership when the previous generation leaves or a sibling returns? If not, take a listen as to why you should and how to start those tough conversations with your family. About the Series: Around the Farm is the podcast about all things ag. Industry experts share their first-hand knowledge about the seasonal topics that are on your mind - and have some fun along the way. #AroundTheFarm #AgriculturePodcast #FarmLife #AgPodcast #Farming #successionplanning

    The Benefits of Using Traction Ag for Today's Farmers with Bailey Brown, Sales and Success Account Manager at Traction Ag.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 31:25


    In this episode, Clint Chaffer interviews Bailey Brown. Bailey is a Sales and Success Account Manager at Traction Ag. Traction Ag is a farm management software company that provides accounting, payroll, and other admin systems and field management software to farmers. Listen as we dive deep into how easy it is to do administrative tasks while still getting all your planting done, even when you are still on the tractor! If you have ever wondered if there was an easier way to get done farming and admin, then take a listen to this episode of Around the Farm! About the Series: Around the Farm is the podcast about all things ag. Industry experts share their first-hand knowledge about the seasonal topics that are on your mind - and have some fun along the way. Check out our audio version wherever you get your podcasts #AroundTheFarm #AgriculturePodcast #FarmLife #AgPodcast #Farming

    Combyne Ag's Marketing Management with Alain Goubau

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 49:43


    In this episode, Clint Chaffer interviews Combyne Ag CEO, Alain Goubau. Alain discusses his family farm in Canada and deep dives into how the Combyne Ag system works.

    Channel Seed's Brand Evolution with Shad Schenk

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 32:51


    In this episode, hosted by Channel Seed's Tom Verseman, we interview Shad Schenk, Channel Seed Professional, and Dealer, about the changes coming to Channel Seed and subsequent evolution of products and benefits for growers. About the Series: Around the Farm is the podcast about all things ag. Industry experts share their first-hand knowledge about the seasonal topics on your mind - and have some fun along the way. Check out our audio version wherever you get your podcasts. #AroundTheFarm #AgriculturePodcast #FarmLife #AgPodcast #Farming #CropScience #ATF

    Introducing The Preceon™ Smart Corn System with Dr. Denise Bouvrette

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 32:25


    In this episode, Clint Chaffer interviews Dr. Denise Bouvrette about the The Preceon™ Smart Corn System launch. Dr. Bouvrette shares insights into the development of the technology and benefits growers have experienced in trials. Listen to hear more about this groundbreaking innovation in corn short stature hybrids. About the Series: Around the Farm is the podcast about all things ag. Industry experts share their first-hand knowledge about the seasonal topics on your mind - and have some fun along the way. Check out our audio version wherever you get your podcasts. #AroundTheFarm #AgriculturePodcast #FarmLife #AgPodcast #Farming #CropScience #ATF The Preceon™ Smart Corn System, including short stature corn developed through traditional breeding, is expected to be available, subject to final commercialization decisions, for planting in the 2024 growing season. Short stature corn developed through biotechnology is not currently available for commercial sale or commercial planting. Commercialization is dependent on multiple factors, including successful conclusion of the regulatory process. The information presented herein is provided for educational purposes only, and is not and shall not be construed as an offer to sell. Preceon™ is a trademark of Bayer Group. ©2023 Bayer Group. All rights reserved.

    Water Utilization with Mark Reiman, Gothenburg Learning Center

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2023 39:56


    In this episode, Clint Chaffer interviews Mark Reiman. Mark is a manager at the Bayer Water Utilization Learning Center in Gothenburg, Nebraska. Mark shares insight on how the Water Learning Center takes input from farmers and university partners to ensure trials meet industry needs. Listen to hear more about current water utilization techniques at the center. About the Series: Around the Farm is the podcast about all things ag. Industry experts share their first-hand knowledge about the seasonal topics that are on your mind - and have some fun along the way. Check out our audio version wherever you get your podcasts #AroundTheFarm #AgriculturePodcast #FarmLife #AgPodcast #Farming

    Dr. Andrew Penney of A Penney For Your Thoughts on Planting 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2023 33:10


    In this episode of Around the Farm, host Clint Chaffer converses with Dr. Andrew Penney, a "Plant Doctor" and Technical Agronomist for Bayer Crop Science. Dr. Penney is not just an expert in the field, but also the host of the ag podcast, 'A Penney For Your Thoughts.' Dr. Penney shares insights from his career in agronomy, shares how his podcast came to life, reveals his dream guests and standout episodes. He also sheds light on the current planting season, analyzing trends and factors influencing farmers' decisions this year.

    Ag Tech Flashback with Ben Schroeder

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 29:44


    We've come a long way since storing field data on floppy disks. In this episode of Around the Farm, we're diving into the history of agricultural technology with Ben Schroeder, a Climate Enablement Manager for Climate FieldView.   Clint and Ben talk about the transformation of ag tech over the years, touching on the complexities of early data management processes and sharing his personal favorites and not-so-favorite technologies. Hear about experimental tech that made unexpected turns and the revolutionary changes that FieldView brought to the agricultural landscape. Ben also unveils some of the creative ways farmers have implemented FieldView into their practices and shares his personal experiences from his recent participation in the filming of A Farmer's Journey Season 3, Episode 1. Don't miss this captivating blend of technology, agriculture, and personal insight! #AroundTheFarm #AgTech #FieldView #AFarmersJourney

    The Science Behind TriVolt with Cody Evans

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2023 31:48


    In this exciting episode of Around the Farm, host Clint Chaffer sits down with Cody Evans, a crop science expert. Cody shares his insights and experiences working with TriVolt, a game-changing herbicide in the world of agriculture. Don't miss this informative episode as we dive into the world of TriVolt and explore how it's revolutionizing crop management. #AroundTheFarm #TriVolt #CropScience   ALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW PESTICIDE LABEL DIRECTIONS. TriVolt™ is a restricted use pesticide. Not all products are registered for use in all states and may be subject to use restrictions. The distribution, sale, or use of an unregistered pesticide is a violation of federal and/or state law and is strictly prohibited. Check with your local dealer or representative for the product registration status in your state. Roundup® and TriVolt™ are trademarks of Bayer Group. For additional product information call toll-free 1-866-99-BAYER (1-866-992-2937) or visit our website at www.BayerCropScience.us. Bayer CropScience LP, 800 North Lindbergh Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63167. ©2023 Bayer Group. All rights reserved.

    From Channel Grain to the Glass with Chris Fornstrom

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 25:40


    Tom Verseman sits down with Chris Fornstrom, a Channel Seedsman, basketball coach, and bourbon producer from Pine Bluffs, WY. Chris studied at the University of Wyoming and is involved with the management of Pine Bluffs Distilling. Tom and Chris dive into the challenges of being a Channel Seedsman and the values of the Channel brand. Chris shares his experiences creating custom whiskey for his customers, made exclusively from Channel grain.

    Planting Forecast 2023 with Zach Hansen

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 27:15


    Join us for another exciting episode of Around the Farm, where host Clint Chaffer interviews Zach Hansen, the lead of the Weather Science Team at Climate FieldView. With a strong background in tropical thunderstorms, Zach shares his insights on the recent back-to-back La Niña years, weather conditions during the past winter, and the planting forecast for the upcoming season.

    How to Automate Acreage Reporting MyAgData

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2023 28:38


    The Best Moments Of 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2023 17:34


    You can't move forward without knowing where you came from, so we're kicking off 2023 with a look back at some of the best bits on Around The Farm in 2022. We've rounded up memorable moments–whether they're good information or just plain good times–and put them together in a special episode for you while Clint also teases the upcoming season. 

    What's It Like To Farm Around A Professional Baseball Field?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2022 13:01


    In this episode, Clint talks with Aaron Rahe who is one of the famous Rahe brothers that takes care of the farmland that surrounds that famous baseball diamond in the middle of Dyersville, Iowa. We'll hear about the challenges of farming with an annual professional sports game being held in the middle of your crop, brotherly farming competitions, and how FieldView has been a crucial tool in their operation. 

    What's All The Fuss About Regenerative Ag and Carbon Credits?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 26:15


    In this episode, Clint talks with Colin Rogers and Tyler Williams who are sustainable systems agronomists with ForGround by Bayer, a new program that supports farmers in adopting regenerative agriculture practices that are right for their operations. This episode we'll hear about the potential benefits of things like no-till/strip till and cover crops--which help improve long-run soil health and potentially open new revenue opportunities for farmers--and get some quick tips on how to start making small & easy changes toward sustainable farming.

    Living The Farmer's Life with Brian Scott

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 20:10


    In this episode, Clint talks with Ag influencer and Purdue alum Brian Scott. His YouTube channel “The Farmer's Life” has nearly 10k subscribers. With a Soil and Crop Management Degree, Brian currently grows corn, soybeans, popcorn, and wheat. Tune in as Clint and Brian chat about farm life, being a farmer influencer on social media, and all other things Ag!

    Our Friend at Farmers National Company - Around The Farm 64

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 20:20


    With guest Colin Hogrefe, Farm Manager | Farmers National Company    On this episode, Clint's talking with Colin Hogrefe, a Farm Manager with Farmers National Company -- the nation's largest farm & management company that covers all sorts of business lines for farmers ranging across Farm Management, Real Estate, Oil & Gas, Forestry, Hunting and Leasing Permits.  The two chat about trends driving rising farmland values--plus, how you can learn from what Colin has seen how tenant farmers use FieldView to optimize their operations.

    September 2022 Grain Marketing Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2022 24:19


    Guest host Tom Verseman fills in for Clint Chaffer in this grain marketing update. Tom speaks with Matt Bennett, a grain marketing consultant and a co-founder of AgMarket.net, about recent market changes, volatility, risk management tools and more. Listen in to peer into the near future of grain marketing. 

    The 411 on the Farm Progress Show 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2022 35:34


    With guest Matt Jungmann, National Events Manager, Farm Progress   The Farm Progress Show showrunner (and Clint's neighbor), Matt Jungmann, talks about Farm Progress – THE industry trade show for the producers of our food, fiber, and fuel. The two chat about what to expect from the show (with a few exclusive sneak peeks), the new permanent sites, and how the community comes together to put on Farm Progress on August 30 - September 1!

    Entrepreneurship with the Heart of the Midwest

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2022 23:42


    With guest Erin Holbert, Heart of the Midwest and @ernholbert on Instagram    Agronomist and Indiana farmer Erin Holbert doesn't just run equipment on her family farm, she also runs the Heart of the Midwest boutique and social media. Clint talks to Erin about working with family, self-teaching technology, and raising raccoons. Listen along to hear more about Erin's entrepreneurship. 

    Cattle, Corn, and Digital Agriculture with a 4th Generation Farmer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 25:50


    With guest Jacquelyne Leffler, Leffler Farms and Leffler Prime Performance    Clint meets with a Jacquelyne of all trades, a Kansas farmer who raises cattle and grows wheat, corn, and soybeans. Jacquelyne discusses the challenges and benefits of introducing digital solutions as a fourth generation farmer and the tumultuous 2022 planting season. Tune in to get the scoop from the star of A Farmer's Journey Season 2. 

    Let's Talk Cotton

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2022 35:17


    With guests Fran Deville & Brandon Cavins, Climate Activation Managers    What sort of optimizations are successful cotton farmers making? Where can you focus efforts in reducing costs? Climate Activation Managers Fran Deville and Brandon Cavins join Clint to share their insights on the cotton industry, price changes, and impacts on demand and planting. 

    Nitrogen and Irrigation Management

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 33:20


    With guest Holly Thrasher, Technical Agronomist, Dekalb Asgrow    The right inputs at the right time can change everything. Holly Thrasher joins Clint to dig into best practices for managing nitrogen inputs. When should you hold back? When should you invest more? Holly shares her advice on making in-season decisions. 

    Getting Involved With The FFA

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2022 28:28


    With guest Mindy McDermott, Learning and Development Specialist, Climate FieldView  In this episode, we're talking about all things FFA. Mindy McDermott joins Clint to discuss the benefits of getting involved with a local FFA chapter, the skills students develop, and the role the organization plays in its communities. 

    Spring 2022 Grain Marketing Update

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 29:06


    With guest Stephen Nicholson, EVP Global Sector Strategist-Grains and Oilseeds, Rabo AgriFinance  How are global markets reacting to ongoing conditions? What does that mean for your bottom line? In this episode, we get the inside scoop from grain marketing expert Stephen Nicholson. Tune in to hear his take on market trends. 

    Wheat Agronomy 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2022 39:13


    With guests Dr. Cody Creech and Dr. Amanda Easterly, University of Nebraska  Did you know that wheat is competitive with weeds? Have you heard about wheat hybrids? In this episode, Dr. Cody Creech and Dr. Amanda Easterly from the University of Nebraska shed some light on wheat agronomy. Tune in to hear about their trials and the advantages of exploring wheat in your field.  Sponsored by:  Around the Farm is brought to you by Climate FieldView™. Go to Climate.com/bayer-PLUS to find out how to get a year of FieldView Plus free. 

    Planting 2022 Checklist

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 19:30


    With guest Krista Russell, Customer Experience Advisor, Climate FieldView    Planting season is around the corner and it's time to make sure your equipment is ready to roll. In this episode, we're joined by Krista Russell from the Customer Experience team at Climate FieldView. Listen for Krista's tips and tricks for ensuring a seamless planting season. 

    Planting Prep with Jerry

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 26:32


    In this episode, we're looking ahead to planting ‘22 with Jerry Seuntjens from Kingsley, Iowa. You'll hear about planning ahead and future-proofing farming operations, as well as the digital tools that tie it all together.  Sponsored by:  Around the Farm is brought to you by Climate FieldView™. Go to Climate.com/bayer-PLUS to find out how to get a year of FieldView Plus free. 

    Digging Into Soil Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2022 29:30


    Soil health is everything from cover crops to no-till to measuring microbial health. Is there an accessible way to approach soil health without rolling out farm-wide changes? We spoke with Dr. Dianna Bagnall of the Soil Health Institute about the nickels and dimes of incremental change.    Sponsored by:  Around the Farm is brought to you by Climate FieldView™. Go to Climate.com/bayer-PLUS to find out how to get a year of FieldView Plus free. 

    A La Niña & El Niño Crash Course

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2022 40:18


    The forecasts predict another La Niña year. What does that mean for the weather this winter and spring across the country? Weather expert Brad Coleman explains the implications and fundamentals of a La Niña or El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO).    Sponsored by:  Around the Farm is brought to you by Climate FieldView™. Go to Climate.com/bayer-PLUS to find out how to get a year of FieldView Plus free. 

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