This podcast gets down in the dirt on topics like ranching, farming, and construction practices out here in the West. Learn from 4Rivers' best resources on the latest John Deere equipment and technology alongside our host, Fred Eichler. Fred is a farmer,
In this episode of Connected To The Land with 4Rivers Equipment, host Fred Eichler sits down with Jimmy Atencio, the new certified dealer diesel mechanics instructor, about the astounding need for service technicians in the heavy equipment industry and how people can take advantage of these career opportunities.
In this episode of Connected To The Land with 4Rivers Equipment, host Fred Eichler talks with Brian Larson about his small cattle operation, his time on the board for the Colorado Farm Show, and his position as a salesman for 4Rivers Equipment in Greeley, Colorado.
In this episode of Connected To The Land with 4Rivers Equipment, host Fred Eichler talks with Mike Sydow, construction technology specialist, about SmartGrade technology from John Deere and safety on construction job sites.
In this episode of Connected To The Land with 4Rivers Equipment, host Fred Eichler speaks with Zach Carpenter, a certified crop advisor and integrated solutions specialist, about agriculture technology and its benefits for farmers across all areas of farming.
In this episode of Connected To The Land with 4Rivers Equipment, host Fred Eichler talks with Jace Hickey from Hickey Livestock about the sheep showing community/industry and how he and his family travel across the country to many sheep show competitions.
In this episode of Connected To The Land with 4Rivers Equipment, host Fred Eichler speaks with Don Thorn, Executive Director of the Colorado FFA about the story of the FFA and its beginnings, what they're doing now, and what they plan on happening in the future.
In this episode of Connected To The Land with 4Rivers Equipment, host Fred Eichler talks with The Forage Pro, Kent Russell, about hay and forage in the northern US around Colorado and Wyoming. Hear Kent's story about how hay has become such a big part of his life. From cutting and raking to the equipment, Kent knows how to bale some hay.
In this episode of Connected To The Land with 4Rivers Equipment, host Fred Eichler talks with Glen Fritzler of the Fritzler Farm Park about his story of his family farm that he has now built into a Halloween amusement park with various activities like a haunted maze called Scream Acres, paintball, pumpkin cannons, and much more! Check out their website here for tickets and details: https://www.fritzlerfarmpark.com/
In this episode of Connected to the Land Podcast with 4Rivers Equipment, Fred Eichler speaks with John Sunkenberg, the District Sales Manager for Wirtgen Group, about their new partnership with John Deere and what Wirtgen Group has to bring to the table.
In this episode of Connected to the Land Podcast with 4Rivers Equipment, Fred Eichler chats with Brett Arnusch, one of the owners of Arnusch Farms. Brett explains to Fred how Arnusch Farms is involved in the craft brew and distillery industry.
In this episode of Connected to the Land Podcast with 4Rivers Equipment, Fred Eichler speaks with William Fite, the Territory Customer Support Manager for John Deere, about the Right to Repair and how it can impact customers.
In this episode of Connected to the Land Podcast with 4Rivers Equipment, Fred Eichler talks with Ryan Winberg, Director of Sales at 4Rivers, about features of the Compact Utility Tractor and how to operate it safely.
In this episode of Connected to the Land Podcast with 4Rivers Equipment, Fred Eichler talks with Danell Kalcevic, the Office Manager and Safety Director at Kalcevic Farms. She shares with Fred the techniques she enforces to improve safety practices on Kalcevic Farms.
This episode of Connected to the Land Podcast with 4Rivers Equipment, features a conversation between Fred Eichler and Derick Kiel, a John Deere Master Technician at 4Rivers. Learn about some of the newest features on John Deere combines as well as how to harness the machine's potential when it comes to technology. Kiel talks through the importance of yearly inspections and how to stay ahead of machine downtime. Go Harvest App:https://apps.apple.com/us/app/goharvest/id684295661 All John Deere Apps: https://apps.apple.com/us/developer/john-deere/id411445733 4Rivers Sponsored Technician Program:https://www.4riversequipment.com/company/careers/service-career-4rivers-equipment/techsponsorship/
In this episode of Connected to the Land Podcast with 4Rivers Equipment, Fred Eichler, and Neil Motley, Branch Manager at 4Rivers Equipment in Strasburg, CO talks through skid steers, compact track loaders (CTLs), and compact wheel loaders. These versatile machines prove to be some of the handiest equipment at 4Rivers Equipment. Learn about floatation and traction, dozer attachments, bale accumulators, and more! This one will get you thinking about all the different use cases for these compact machines! 4Rivers Sponsored Technician Program: https://www.4riversequipment.com/company/careers/service-career-4rivers-equipment/techsponsorship/
Ryan Winberg, Corporate AG Sales Manager at 4Rivers Equipment, shares the latest from John Deere ag equipment. This episode of Connected to the Land Podcast with 4Rivers Equipment, Fred Eichler, and Winberg discuss investing in the right machines for the job; the John Deere X9 Combine released at Agritechnica and NEW spraying technologies. Also, learn more about how the hemp industry is changing the line-up at 4Rivers Equipment. This episode is a can't miss with what is latest from John Deere! John Deere App Center: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/john-deere-app-center/id940151246 4Rivers Sponsored Technician Program: https://www.4riversequipment.com/company/careers/service-career-4rivers-equipment/techsponsorship/
Section control takes your operation to the next level with precision planting. This episode of Connected to the Land Podcast with 4Rivers Equipment, Fred Eichler, and Derick Kiel, a John Deere Master Technician at 4Rivers Equipment, talks through the best practices in the field with planters. Learn about some of the newest features on John Deere planters as well as how to retro-fit older units to practice precision planting. Kiel also covers the best preventative maintenance to keep your planter at its peak performance. John Deere App Center: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/john-deere-app-center/id940151246 4Rivers Sponsored Technician Program: https://www.4riversequipment.com/company/careers/service-career-4rivers-equipment/techsponsorship/
In this episode of Connected to the Land Podcast with 4Rivers Equipment, Fred Eichler learns more about technology in the field with John Deere equipment. Nick Guadagnoli, Technology Manager at 4Rivers, covers technology on equipment available and how it's making an impact on both construction sites and farms across the country. While technology on machines isn't new, activating the advantages into business decisions is still in its infancy. Guadagnoli speaks to the solutions available through 4Sight Solutions and Furrow Focus at 4Rivers Equipment that is making it easier for operators and owners to make better decisions. 4Sight Solutions: https://www.4riversequipment.com/4sight-solutions/ Furrow Focus: https://www.4riversequipment.com/furrow-focus-2/
Welcome to the Connected to the Land Podcast with 4Rivers Equipment! In this episode, Fred Eichler reflects on one of the most useful tools on his ranch, a John Deere Compact Tractor. Ryan Adams, Territory Manager at 4Rivers Equipment has been a go to resource for gardeners and ranchers in Northern Colorado looking for a tractor solution fit for any task. With several attachment options and a 10 year warranty from 4Rivers Equipment, Compact Tractors are one of the most versatile machines available for farmers. Adams talks through the options available as well as discussing some of the most popular options at 4Rivers Equipment. Michelle using 1025R: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nb8M-Da1Tdk Loader Safety: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_K07sHUzPw0 Tractor Games: https://www.facebook.com/515177491851827/videos/1635744956461736/ Tractor Games: https://www.facebook.com/515177491851827/videos/1635788999790665/ Drive Green Events: https://www.4riversequipment.com/events/2020-04/
Welcome to the Connected to the Land Podcast with 4Rivers Equipment! In this episode, Fred Eichler talks about everything to do with hemp with Allen Matsuda. Matsuda, Territory Manager at 4Rivers Equipment, has been working with farmers in the front range for decades. With a BS in Agronomy, Allen has become a resource for farmers experimenting with growing hemp. As a newer crop being grown at mass production, we are all learning the tools and resources needed to make this crop succeed. Matsuda talks through the basics of growing hemp and what challenges farmers face today. Symposium Event Info: https://nocohempexpo.com/ 4Rivers Careers: https://www.4riversequipment.com/company/careers/