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In a previous conversation with Luke Jones he told me that healthy soil has room for air, light, and water. That got me thinking about the similarities to the conditions that help make for a healthy soul. I have had this sermon percolating for a long time and finally got a chance to share it at the Cowboys for Christ kickoff to the Newell, SD Labor Day Celebration.Sponsor:Seven Weeks CoffeeRelevant Links:Ep. 411 Luke Jones – Changing Our Mindset to Facilitate Regenerative Agriculture

After the hottest UK summer on record, Farming Focus™ looks at how increasingly unpredictable weather is affecting food production. Riverford Organic Farmers founder Guy Singh-Watson and Herefordshire mixed farmer Ben Andrews join host Peter Green to discuss the growing risks from drought, flooding and extreme rainfall. Drawing on their extensive experience, they explore how soil health, water management, biodiversity and changing farming systems can help businesses build resilience for an uncertain future.Are there topics you'd like us to cover or guests you'd love to hear from? Get in touch by emailing us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk or by connecting with us on our socials @cornishmutual. Your feedback helps us shape the podcast to meet your needs.Farming Focus is the podcast for farmers in the South West of England, but is relevant for farmers outside of the region or indeed anyone in the wider industry or who has an interest in food and farming.For more information on Cornish Mutual visit Farmer Insurance Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Dorset | Cornish MutualFor our podcast disclaimer: Farming Focus - The Podcast for South West Farmers | Cornish MutualIf you'd like to send us an email you can contact us at podcast@cornishmutual.co.uk

Does tillage make money? The answer isn't simply yes or no. The KUHN team explains why the industry is moving away from “recreational tillage” toward more calculated, specialized passes designed to solve specific problems. From managing heavy residue and correcting compaction to creating a seedbed, the goal is to understand what the field needs and then determine whether the fuel, labor, equipment, and time required can generate a return.The conversation also challenges the idea that broadcast fertilizer is simply “slinging it.” Garrick explains how modern precision spreaders control drop points, spread patterns, application rates, section control, and border spreading. KUHN's EMC system measures torque on the spinner discs every second and can respond to changing material flow, clogs, and over- or under-application to maintain the target rate. Then the guys get into strip-till and KUHN's new 24-row 1210 Gladiator XL. Beyond reducing passes, strip-till can combine targeted tillage with concentrated fertilizer placement in the root zone. KUHN discusses trials where an 8- to 10-bushel yield gain across enough acres could potentially create a roughly two-year equipment payback, while more efficient nutrient placement may offer opportunities to rethink fertilizer rates. Ultimately, this episode isn't about convincing every farmer to till—or not to till. It's about knowing why you're making the pass. Soil type, compaction, residue, fertility, pH, equipment, labor, timeliness, and management style all matter. The right system is the one that solves a problem on your farm and can justify its cost. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Only 4% of Benedikt Bösel's customers scanned the QR code on their meat — even though that code would have shown them the life of the specific cow they were eating, its pasture, its movement, everything. The other 96% either trusted the brand completely, or simply didn't care. That number sits at the centre of this conversation.This episode was recorded live at Groundswell 2026, the UK's largest regenerative agriculture festival. Koen moderated a 55-minute panel on a question that matters as much to investors as to farmers: who actually benefits when data is collected from farms?The four panellists: Ichsani Wheeler, soil scientist at the OpenGeoHub Foundation and satellite data researcher building an open-access soil registry; Benedikt Bösel, farmer of a 3,000-hectare operation in eastern Brandenburg running a digital twin alongside the physical farm; Antony Yousefian, co-founder of The First Thirty, an investment firm building the data infrastructure to turn farms into preventative healthcare systems; and Matthijs Westerwoudt, co-founder of Wilder Land, building what he calls a Strava for biodiversity using AI-powered acoustic monitoring.Video credit @Commonland.In this session:— Why Benedikt says most farm data has been useless — and what is finally changing— Why Antony believes the cost of communicating with plants has collapsed— The NHS values one quality-adjusted life year at £30,000 — and why that number should reframe the entire food system— The 2013 US case where aggregated farm data was used to set surveillance pricing on inputs against the farmers who generated it— Why only 4% of customers scanned the QR code with full cow data — and what that tells us about the real entry point to consumer behaviour change— How Wilder Land is turning bird species counts into a biodiversity score farmers can put on a product label— What Benedikt's wife's iron levels after birth have to do with all of this-------This session is part of the AI 4 Soil Health project which aims to help farmers and policy makers by providing new tools powered by AI to monitor and predict soil health across Europe. For more information visit ai4soilhealth.eu.Thoughts? Ideas? Questions? Send us a message!Find out more about our Generation-Re investment syndicate:https://gen-re.land/ Thank you to our Field Builders Circle for supporting us. Learn more hereSupport the show=======In Investing in Regenerative Agriculture and Food podcast show we talk to the pioneers in the regenerative food and agriculture space to learn more on how to put our money to work to regenerate soil, people, local communities and ecosystems while making an appropriate and fair return. Hosted by Koen van Seijen.

Dr. Eric Scherder of Corteva Agriscience returns to Farm4Profit to look back at the 2026 growing season and help farmers start building their 2027 agronomy plan. The conversation begins with cover crops and why simply getting seed on the ground isn't enough. From erosion and nitrate management to weed suppression and soil health, Eric explains why farmers need to know their objective, establish a good stand, and have a termination strategy before spring arrives.The discussion moves into weed management and the importance of starting clean, using multiple modes of action, and layering residuals—especially in early-planted soybeans. Eric challenges farmers to think beyond a one-size-fits-all herbicide program and use the entire agronomic toolbox, including cover crops, no-till, row spacing, crop rotation, residual herbicides, and emerging technologies like See & Spray. With nitrogen representing one of the largest crop investments, the guys also discuss fall versus spring application, nitrogen loss, and why stabilization matters beyond the fall application window. Eric explains the science behind N-Serve and Instinct Next Gen, why keeping nitrogen in the ammonium form can help protect it from loss, and how farmers can match nitrogen practices to the logistics and realities of their individual operations. Ultimately, the message is simple: don't treat every field the same. Use what you learned in 2026, test new ideas where they make sense, work with trusted local advisors, and build a 2027 plan around the specific challenges and opportunities on your farm. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Less than 1% now remains of Texas' original native prairies, making them one of the most endangered ecosystems in the world. Recorded at the Southern Family Farmers and Food Systems Conference, this conversation with Native Prairies Association of Texas (NPAT) stewardship specialist, Andy Olson, explores why prairies matter, what a healthy prairie ecosystem looks like, and how landowners and everyday citizens can help protect these increasingly threatened landscapes. This conversation builds on our previous discussion on conservation easements, regenerative land stewardship, and the critical role farmers and ranchers can play in restoring native ecosystems. MEET OUR GUEST: Andy Olson is from central Iowa where he grew to appreciate the tiny remnants of the tall grass prairie. His love of nature and history led him to earning a master's degree in cultural resource management from Colorado State University. He worked for the University of Northern Iowa's Tallgrass Prairie Center where he helped landowners restore native prairie on their farms before joining NPAT as a stewardship specialist helping to manage NPAT's 11 fee-simple properties across Texas. Want to learn more about protecting and restoring Texas prairies? Visit the Native Prairies Association of Texas at texasprairie.org. TIME STAMPS: 00:00 Soil Sisters Intro 00:44 Meet Andy Olson 03:24 Texas Prairie Status 04:26 Prairie Ideal Ecosystem 06:13 How Much Is Left 07:08 Threats And Goals 08:14 Landowner Solutions 12:12 CRP And Prairie Strips 13:54 Pollinators And Connectivity 15:50 NPAT Land Trust Basics 17:56 Why NPAT Is Different 20:39 Easements And Rights 22:28 Stewardship Monitoring 25:07 Community And Volunteers 26:43 Help Without Land 27:57 Where To Learn More 28:17 Closing Credits

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Could the health of the soil your food is grown in affect your autoimmune health? In this episode, I'm joined by Pat Miletich to explore the often-overlooked connection between Soil Health and Quality and autoimmune disease. We discuss how soil depletion, agricultural practices, and the nutritional quality of our food may influence inflammation and overall health—and why paying attention to where our food comes from could be an important part of supporting the body when dealing with autoimmune challenges. If you're struggling with autoimmune symptoms despite trying to eat healthy, this conversation offers a different perspective on a factor that is often overlooked: the health of the soil behind the food on your plate. Pat Miletich was sick his entire childhood. While doctors offered little, he went looking for answers on his own, and what he found changed everything. That research became the foundation for a UFC championship and a coaching legacy that produced 12 MMA world champions. The connection between what goes into the body and what comes out in performance was never theoretical for Pat. He lived it, tested it on world-class athletes, and built a system around it. Today that same investigation points to the land itself. His work with Soil Saviors connects what is missing from depleted soil to what is missing from the food we grow and the bodies we live in. For gardeners and homesteaders trying to grow real food without chemicals, Pat's message hits like a light switch. He is not selling a trend. He is explaining a 40-year chain of cause and effect that most people have never heard laid out this clearly. Follow Pat on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pjmiletich/ Pat's website with a free soil health e-course: https://www.soilsaviors.org/ ollow my Substack for additional resources, recipes, and more. http://autoimmunerehab.substack.com Autoimmune Wellness Consultation https://tidycal.com/annalaurabrown/autoimmune-wellness-consultation My youtube channel with videos of this podcast and more. https://youtube.com/c/annalaurabrownhealthcoach Autoimmune Healing Journal- Use this journal for tracking, writing down your thoughts and optimizing your autoimmune healing journey. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H3T87QVN  

In this episode of ATTRA's Voices from the Field, NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Rex Dufour leads a lively discussion with Helen Atthowe, a long-time organic farmer who has farmed in Montana, California, and Oregon. Helen and her late husband, Carl Rosato, co-owned and operated a certified organic orchard in California where they pioneered methods for raising tree fruits without the use of pesticides. In this conversation, Helen shares her life-long passion for on-farm research, which includes ecological weed and insect management and managing living mulches for improving and maintaining healthy soil. Helen is the author of "The Ecological Farm: A Minimalist No-Till, No-Spray, Selective-Weeding, Grow-Your-Own-Fertilizer System for Organic Agriculture," available through Chelsea Green Publishing.Resources:The Ecological FarmThis podcast is produced by the National Center for Appropriate Technology through the ATTRA Sustainable Agriculture program under a cooperative agreement with USDA Rural Development.

In this episode of ATTRA's Voices from the Field, NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Rex Dufour leads a lively discussion with Helen Atthowe, a long-time organic farmer who has farmed in Montana, California, and Oregon. Helen and her late husband, Carl Rosato, co-owned and operated a certified organic orchard in California where they pioneered methods for raising tree fruits without the use of pesticides. In this conversation, Helen shares her life-long passion for on-farm research, which includes ecological weed and insect management and managing living mulches for improving and maintaining healthy soil. Helen is the author of "The Ecological Farm: A Minimalist No-Till, No-Spray, Selective-Weeding, Grow-Your-Own-Fertilizer System for Organic Agriculture," available through Chelsea Green Publishing.Resources:The Ecological FarmThis podcast is produced by the National Center for Appropriate Technology through the ATTRA Sustainable Agriculture program under a cooperative agreement with USDA Rural Development.

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Healthy soil requires more than nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. In Part 2 of our soil health series, we're taking a deeper look at the essential minerals plants need to grow strong, resist stress and produce truly nutrient-dense food.In this episode, you'll learn:

Visit RedDirtAgronomy.com Daniel Adamson Ph.D., Oklahoma State University Extension soil and water conservation specialist, joins Dave Deken, Brian Arnall Ph.D. and Josh Lofton Ph.D. for a conversation about building an Extension program in a changing communications landscape. They discuss YouTube, short-form video, social media, field demonstrations and why seemingly ordinary work can become valuable educational content when producers get to see something they normally would not. Adamson currently serves as an OSU assistant professor and Extension specialist focused on soil and water management and conservation. The conversation also gets practical: what equipment actually matters for producing useful videos, why digital outreach can be difficult to measure inside traditional academic systems, and how artificial intelligence raises the stakes for putting reliable, unbiased agricultural information online. From a phone and microphone to a soil pit and a good explanation, the group makes the case that reaching producers is increasingly about meeting them where they already search. Key takeaways: YouTube and short-form video can reach producers who may never attend a traditional Extension meeting. What feels routine to a specialist may be completely new—and highly useful—to someone watching from the farm. Good agricultural video does not require a truckload of equipment; steady footage and clean audio can make a major difference. Digital outreach can produce measurable reach even though traditional academic evaluation systems may still place more value on peer-reviewed publications and fact sheets. As AI becomes another source of agricultural answers, recognizable, research-based Extension content becomes increasingly important. Detailed Timestamped Rundown 00:00–02:57 — Why Extension communication matters now Dave introduces the episode around Extension, communication and getting good research-based information to producers who increasingly search for answers on their phones. He previews YouTube, video production and the growing importance of trusted information in an AI-driven world.02:58–05:31 — Meet Daniel Adamson The group reintroduces Adamson nearly two years into his OSU career, with some Oklahoma-versus-Texas banter and a little background on his rural roots.05:32–07:15 — Building an Extension program Adamson talks about finding the right "lanes" for his program and learning what will actually meet people's needs. One unexpected responsibility has been onsite wastewater treatment—better known to most rural homeowners as septic systems.07:16–09:20 — The communication problem The conversation turns to one of Adamson's biggest questions: how Extension reaches people in the ways they actually consume information while respecting their time. Video and social media become central to that discussion.09:21–13:48 — From radio and websites to YouTube Arnall remembers an Extension landscape dominated by websites, radio and television. Dave contrasts that with Oklahoma Wheat Commission videos, describing a YouTube channel that grew rapidly as producers found timely crop information there.13:49–18:50 — Short videos and ordinary Tuesdays Lofton and Adamson discuss the surprising reach of short-form videos. Adamson's simple soil-structure clip earns thousands of views, reinforcing the idea that work scientists consider ordinary can be genuinely interesting to producers.18:51–23:30 — Local audiences become regional audiences The group compares Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube audiences and discusses how online field days and videos can reach people well beyond Oklahoma. The practical advice: capture footage while the work is happening, even if narration comes later.23:31–27:07 — Does academia reward digital outreach? Arnall and Lofton describe a mismatch between the ways audiences increasingly consume Extension information and the ways universities traditionally measure scholarly productivity. Fact sheets and peer-reviewed publications count differently than podcasts, blogs or social videos.27:08–30:29 — Communication creates opportunities The group discusses how online visibility can build reputation, generate speaking opportunities and help specialists become recognizable resources. Arnall describes finding a place in academia through communication and "edutainment."30:30–33:51 — Adamson's North Star: help people Adamson explains that he wants to learn useful things, teach them simply and avoid overlooking basic information just because a specialist has seen it many times. Research quality remains essential, but valuable Extension knowledge does not always fit neatly into an academic mold.33:52–35:36 — Why YouTube stands out In-person education remains valuable, but Adamson is particularly interested in concise, useful videos. He illustrates the point with his own experience searching YouTube for practical help dealing with a mole in his garden.35:37–39:16 — What equipment actually matters The group asks what someone needs to start making agricultural videos. Dave's recommendations are intentionally simple: a phone, something that holds it steady and an external microphone when possible. Clean audio matters more than an expensive production setup.39:17–41:29 — Portrait, landscape and the algorithm They discuss vertical versus horizontal video, YouTube Shorts and platform algorithms. Dave's advice is essentially to make useful content rather than obsess over gaming the algorithm.41:30–44:21 — Extension, trust and artificial intelligence Adamson explains why he valued Extension as a crop adviser: it offered a source of unbiased, factual information. Lofton connects that role to AI, warning that automated answers can incorporate unreliable material and making trustworthy source material even more important.44:22–45:31+ — Extension's next generation The episode closes by reflecting on how much expectations have changed. Social media and technology are no longer optional extras for a new specialist or even a college instructor—they are increasingly part of communicating effectively with the people they serve. RedDirtAgronomy.com

Join The Circle and use code "PODCAST": https://holplus.co/circle/ What if chronic disease, declining energy, cognitive issues, and fertility challenges are not isolated problems, but signs of a deeper disconnection from the natural world?In this episode of hol+ with Dr. Taz MD, Dr. Zach Bush explores the relationship between human health and the health of our environment. Drawing from his background in internal medicine, endocrinology, cancer research, and hospice care, he explains how his search for the root causes of disease led him from the hospital and laboratory to the microbiome, soil science, and regenerative agriculture.Dr. Bush describes mitochondria as essential generators of cellular energy and explains how the microbes living within and around us help support metabolism, immunity, neurological function, and communication throughout the body. He shares his perspective on how chemical agriculture, declining biodiversity, and changes in our food systems may be affecting these biological relationships.Dr. Taz and Dr. Bush also discuss the rise of obesity, insulin resistance, autoimmune disease, cognitive decline, chronic fatigue, and infertility. Dr. Bush presents his theory that these conditions may be connected through a broader decline in metabolic energy and our increasing separation from nature.The conversation ultimately turns toward hope and practical action. Dr. Bush explains why restoring soil, supporting regenerative farmers, growing food, strengthening local communities, and spending more time in direct contact with nature may help rebuild both human and planetary health. He also shares how something as simple as growing a mint plant can begin restoring a family's relationship with living food.In this episode:Dr. Bush's journey from conventional medicine to microbiome and soil researchWhat mitochondria do and why they are essential for cellular energyHow the microbiome influences metabolism, immunity, and brain functionThe relationship between soil health, food quality, and human healthHow chemical agriculture may disrupt biological communicationWhy Dr. Bush describes modern illness as nature deficit disorderHis theory connecting metabolic decline with chronic disease and fertilityWhy supplements cannot fully replace a healthy food systemHow regenerative agriculture can support human and planetary healthSimple ways to reconnect your family with food, soil, and natureWhy community and human connection may be essential parts of healingAbout Dr. Zach Bush:Dr. Zach Bush is a triple board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine, endocrinology and metabolism, and hospice and palliative care. His work has focused on the relationships between the microbiome, human health, environmental health, food systems, and regenerative agriculture. After years of working in conventional medicine and biomedical research, Dr. Bush began exploring how soil health, biodiversity, and chemical exposure may influence human metabolism and chronic disease. His work helped give rise to Project Biome and Farmer's Footprint, initiatives focused on regenerative food systems and restoring the relationship between human and planetary health.Connect with Dr. Zach Bush:https://zachbushmd.com/https://www.instagram.com/zachbushmd/https://farmersfootprint.us/About Dr. Taz:Dr. Tasneem Bhatia (Dr. Taz) is a triple board-certified integrative medicine physician, bestselling author, and founder of hol+, a multi-location integrative medicine practice.Learn more: https://doctortaz.com/aboutStay Connected:Connect further with hol+ at https://holplus.co/ and don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+.Book a Hol+ Consultation:https://holplus.co/locations/virtual/Follow Dr. Taz on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drtazmd/https://www.instagram.com/liveholplus/Subscribe to the audio podcast:https://holplus.transistor.fm/subscribeSubscribe to the video podcast:https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsProduced by https://ClipGrowth.com (Producer: Pat Gostek)

Shop my all-natural skincare products at Arvoti.com.Electroculture gardening sounds ridiculous… until you stick copper into your own garden bed and watch what happens next.After five years of growing blackberries on the homestead, this year's harvest has been the most abundant I've ever had, and it lined up with the season I loaded that bed with copper wire and antennas.Electroculture is the practice of placing copper stakes, wires, and antennas in the garden to interact with the natural electricity in the atmosphere. Some gardeners swear by it. Others insist there's no science behind it. My response to the "no research" crowd is simple: my eyeballs are the research. The beds with copper and the beds without look nothing alike, and the difference is obvious.There's a bigger story tucked inside this too… Old French books on electroculture that people say disappeared. An element called aether that used to sit in the dictionary and doesn't anymore. Antennas on the old world's fair buildings that I've talked about in the “Secrets Hidden in Mainstream History” episode linked below. None of that proves anything on its own, but it makes you wonder what we've been trained not to look at. If you've been curious about copper in the garden, or you're tired of being told a good harvest requires a paywall of fertilizer and sprays, this one is for you.You'll Learn:[0:00] Introduction[2:48] Electroculture gardening explained, and why copper harvests keep going viral[4:41] Why "my eyeballs are the science" beats waiting for a research paper[7:41] They lied about fertilizer and Roundup, and what the dandelion reveals[9:15] Copper's real risk with lightning, and the storm boost that followed[11:18] How disappearing French books and world's fair antennas hint at a reset[16:02] Why gardeners split into two camps, and where you should actually landRelated Gubba Homestead Episodes:These Secrets Hidden in Mainstream History Reveal A Dark PatternThe Hidden Benefits of Dandelions & Why No One Knows About ThemFind more from Gubba: Gubba Homestead | X | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | WebsiteGubba Homestead Products | Shop

Third-generation cattle producer Tom Lahey always knew he wanted to return home to the family farm near Goondiwindi. But after working across Western Australia and travelling through the United States to visit some of the world's leading regenerative ranches, he came back with a different perspective on what the future of Australian grazing could look like.Rather than chasing quick wins, Tom has focused on building a more resilient business by improving soil health, measuring grazing performance and making better decisions with data. Over the past five years, AgriWebb has become a central part of that journey, helping the family move from relying on notebooks and memory to having real-time information that supports day-to-day management and long-term planning.In this episode, Tom shares how travel reshaped his thinking, why healthy soil and healthy people go hand in hand, and how technology is helping his family make more confident decisions while creating a stronger future for the next generation.Key insights from the conversation:Growing up on a family cattle property near GoondiwindiHow travelling through the US changed his approach to grazing and soil healthBringing new ideas back into a multi-generational family businessWhy AgriWebb became the foundation for better decision-makingUsing grazing data to navigate dry seasons with confidenceHow technology supports carbon projects and tells the story behind farming practicesThe importance of measuring progress instead of relying on memoryWhy the future of farming will rely on connected technology and better dataBuilding a legacy focused on healthy soils, healthy businesses and healthy peopleChapters:00:00 Introduction to Tom Lahey and his farm journey00:28 Tom's background and family farm in Wyaga02:08 Growing up on the family farm and passion for farming04:56 Adopting a progressive mindset in agriculture06:53 Experience in Western Australia and genetic improvements07:35 Trip to the US and insights into regenerative ranching09:42 Soil health, environment, and profitability11:30 Implementing grazing techniques post-US trip13:20 Using AgriWebb for farm management and decision making17:52 Integrating data and technology in farm operations20:26 Evolution of farm management tools over five years22:38 Future plans for technology and farm legacy

UNL is hosting the 2026 Soil Health Assessment Training workshop on August 20. Soil Health Program Coordinator Miranda Mueller says the workshop will benefit anyone interested in keeping soil healthy and vibrant by learning testing procedures through hands-on demonstrations.

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Host and American Family Farmer, Doug Stephan (www.eastleighfarm.com) examines some of the most significant challenges and opportunities facing today's farming community. The conversation explores the vital role family farms play in feeding communities and preserving the future of American agriculture. Doug discusses the challenges farmers face from changing government policies, the ongoing debate surrounding glyphosate and other agricultural chemicals, and why supporting local farms remains more important than ever. Doug also shares examples of sustainable farming philosophies, including pasture-based dairy operations, while emphasizing the resilience and innovation of family farmers navigating today's agricultural landscape.Key Takeaways:Family farms remain the backbone of American agriculture despite growing economic and regulatory challenges.Consumer support for local farms helps strengthen rural communities and preserve agricultural traditions.The use of glyphosate and other chemicals continues to spark important conversations about farming practices and food production.State and federal policy decisions can have significant impacts on farmers' livelihoods and agricultural resources.Many producers are embracing sustainable and pasture-based farming methods that prioritize both environmental stewardship and animal welfare.For more on the American Family Farmer…Website: AmericanFamilyFarmerShow.comSocial Media: @GoodDayNetworks

A tornado can leave a farm standing and still prevent the next crop from going into the ground. North-central Oklahoma farmer Karen Eifert Jones shares what happened after the April 23 tornado passed over her family's headquarters near Enid and tracked across five of their farms. Barbed wire, lumber, shingles and household belongings covered fields and pastures that needed to be planted within days. Karen explains how more than 150 volunteers, neighbors and emergency crews helped locate equipment, wind-damaged fence and walk fields shoulder to shoulder before the next rain. She also shares practical lessons about disaster donations, community shelters, farm mental health, USDA fence assistance, crop decisions and the local relationships that make agricultural recovery possible. Key takeaways: Tornado debris can create serious hazards for planters, combines, livestock and vehicle tires long after the storm. Local emergency coordinators can help farmers locate highly specialized equipment such as hydraulic wire winders. Flexible cash donations allow trusted local groups to purchase the tools and supplies survivors actually need. Community recovery must address mental health, livestock losses, warning communication, and access to safe shelter. Long-term crop rotations still require flexible decisions based on moisture, weeds, labor, cattle, and planting windows. Detailed timestamped rundown 00:00–02:47 — Episode introduction Dave introduces Karen Eifert Jones and the episode's central story: recovering farmland after a tornado scattered fences, construction material and household debris across multiple farms.02:47–03:55 — What is growing on the farm Karen reviews millet planting, completed canola harvest, nearly completed wheat harvest, full-season corn, soybeans, grain sorghum, double-crop soybeans and the cattle operation.03:55–05:04 — Making annual crop decisions The discussion turns to balancing a five-year operating plan with short-term field conditions, rainfall and individual farm constraints.05:04–06:52 — Why millet fits one difficult farm Karen explains how access limitations make hay the only practical option on one rented farm and why millet has become its most profitable use.06:52–07:11 — Hay sales build new relationships A wheat field overtaken by rye was harvested as hay, creating a relationship with a drought-stricken customer who later subleased pasture.07:11–08:49 — Canola's place in the rotation Canola may only break even in some years, but Karen values it as a rotation tool that can improve the following wheat crop.08:49–09:33 — Wheat and canola yield losses Both crops produced roughly one-quarter of expected yields because the moisture needed during production did not arrive.09:33–10:57 — Why the farm still double-crops Double-cropping helps keep the soil covered, manage weeds and provide an opportunity for revenue rather than leaving ground idle.10:57–12:06 — Soybeans, sorghum and weed pressure Moisture, broadleaf weeds, grasses and Johnson grass influence which crop goes into each field.12:06–12:56 — Why double-crop corn does not fit The family has considered double-crop corn but regards the timing and production potential as too marginal.12:16–12:56 — Connecting crops and cattle Corn and sorghum residue can be grazed, so water access, fencing and planned cattle locations also influence crop choice.13:03–15:10 — Buying equipment versus hiring custom work Karen describes how labor availability, machinery costs, custom rates and cooperation with neighboring operations shape equipment decisions.15:10–16:34 — Preparing for generational transition Her son is working as an hourly employee before purchasing shares in the operation, while the family expands primarily through rented land.16:44–19:23 — Remembering the April storm Dave recounts watching tornadoes near Braman and Enid before realizing one was approaching Karen's farm and Vance Air Force Base.19:23–20:28 — Karen watches from Stillwater Karen was attending an Oklahoma State University event and sheltered in the student union after discovering her friend's hotel lacked an adequate tornado plan.20:28–21:43 — The tornado crosses the operation A neighbor sent video showing the funnel over Karen's house. The path crossed the headquarters and continued along five farms.21:43–22:56 — Debris blocks spring planting Four fallow farms were filled with wire and wreckage just as full-season planting needed to begin.22:56–24:29 — The search for wire winders After two unsuccessful days, Karen asked the local emergency command center for help locating a hydraulic wire winder. Within minutes, one was found—and a neighbor located another.24:29–25:06 — One request produces two crews Karen's church planned to send volunteers, while emergency coordinators arranged an additional crew.25:06–26:29 — Walking fields shoulder to shoulder Volunteers searched the ground systematically. One 20-acre field contained so much material that workers could barely take a step without encountering debris.25:30–26:29 — Returning personal belongings Crews recovered photographs, checks, certificates and named clothing that could be cleaned and returned to tornado survivors.26:29–27:29 — More than 150 people volunteer Volunteers came from Enid, Tulsa, Wichita, Oklahoma City, Woodward and surrounding communities, representing many ages and occupations.27:29–28:13 — The Oklahoma Standard in action The hosts reflect on the rural instinct to ask what work needs to be done and then show up to do it.28:13–28:59 — Clearing the final field before rain A second crew completed debris removal around 3 p.m. The planter was already waiting, and the field was planted by 5 p.m.29:14–30:06 — A growing crop becomes a thank-you Karen's son arranged for a roadside banner thanking donors and volunteers. Grain sorghum growing behind it demonstrates what their work made possible.30:08–32:45 — Community shelters and warning access Karen argues for more public shelter options, particularly for lower-income residents, immigrants, apartment residents and people who may not receive or understand warnings.32:45–34:41 — Livestock losses and mental health The group discusses the emotional consequences of losing animals, homes and personal security, including anxiety that can return during later storms.34:41–35:34 — Surviving more than one disaster Karen recounts the story of an elderly couple who lost a home in the 1973 Enid flood and then lost its replacement in the 2026 tornado.35:34–37:51 — What disaster survivors really need Water, snacks, gloves and flashlights were useful, but excess or poorly matched donations created storage and distribution challenges.37:51–38:31 — Cash purchases specialized equipment Local coordinators used donated funds to buy tow-behind magnetic sweepers for collecting nails and other metal from fields and properties.38:31–40:10 — Keep donations close to the community Karen recommends working through trusted local organizations, churches, Extension offices or other groups that understand immediate needs.40:10–40:39 — Leftover supplies become emergency trailers Unused water, first-aid materials, gloves and tools were stored in trailers that can be deployed during the next tornado, fire or emergency.41:14–41:58 — USDA assistance for damaged fencing Karen used her previous USDA experience to help neighbors find the appropriate forms and ask about cost-share support.41:58–43:02 — Previewing an Enid canola meeting The conversation shifts to an Aug. 4 producer meeting focused on canola production, harvest methods, varieties and market opportunities.43:02–44:16 — Comparing canola harvest strategies Wind damaged windrowed canola, while rain complicated desiccation, illustrating that no harvest approach eliminates every weather risk.44:16–45:40 — Canola's renewable-fuel market Karen explains that much of the region's canola enters a specialized market connected to renewable jet fuel, carbon ratings and energy policy.45:40–46:14 — Final reflections The hosts thank Karen for sharing both the tornado recovery story and her perspective on the future of canola.46:14–46:56 — Closing and listener invitation Dave directs listeners to Red Dirt Agronomy for guest information, resources and future episodes. 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Engineered microbes could irreversibly alter gut, soil, and ocean ecosystems. Smith calls for urgent regulation and public education. #MicrobiomeThreat #GMOMicrobes #HealthCrisis

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This business spotlight explores how RLF AgTech is turning decades of agricultural research into practical products that help farmers improve productivity and profitability.Chairman Ben Barlow shares his journey from building and exiting New Edge Microbials to leading RLF AgTech, explaining why commercialisation is often the missing link between great science and widespread adoption. He discusses what attracted him to the business, how RLF has built on more than 20 years of research and field trials, and why the future of Australian agriculture depends on making innovation practical at the farm gate.This episode explains how RLF AgTech's approach to plant nutrition, biologicals and local manufacturing is helping strengthen farm businesses while positioning Australian innovation for global growth. For anyone interested in ag tech, agricultural productivity or the future of farming, this is a practical and insightful conversation.RLF AgTech is an Australian agricultural technology company developing plant nutrition and biological solutions that improve crop performance. The business combines decades of research, extensive field trials and local manufacturing to deliver products that integrate into existing farming systems while supporting more productive and resilient agriculture.Key insights from the conversation:How RLF AgTech is commercialising decades of agricultural researchWhy adoption depends on trust, education and on-farm resultsThe role of local manufacturing in strengthening Australian agricultureWhy improving farm profitability is the foundation for future ag tech adoptionBen's outlook on the future of Australian agriculture and agricultural innovationChapters:00:00 Introduction and Ben Barlow's background01:34 Ben's journey since last conversation02:30 Focus on plant, animal, and soil health03:57 Deep science and commercial potential of biologicals05:55 Involvement with RLF AgTech07:52 Opportunities in biologicals and crop yields10:54 Australian agriculture's adoption challenges14:13 Market opportunities and niche products17:06 Global markets and export potential20:02 Local manufacturing and supply chain resilience23:11 Future of agritech and investment challenges26:08 Leadership, risk, and strategic growth30:00 Opportunities and pathways for Australian agriculture32:50 Skills for the next generation of farmers33:56 Closing remarks and key takeaways

Dr. John Murphy, Director of Agronomy at AgXplore, joins the Farm4Profit crew to cut through the confusion and explain the science behind one of agriculture's fastest-growing product categories. From seaweed extracts and amino acids to nutrient efficiency and stress reduction, Dr. Murphy explains how biostimulants influence plant biology, why they're different from biologicals and fertilizers, and how new research is changing the industry's understanding of crop performance. The discussion also covers pending government definitions, future regulation, the latest university research, and practical recommendations for farmers considering their first biostimulant application. Topics include: What biostimulants actually are Seaweed extracts and amino acids Plant stress reduction Nutrient efficiency Biologicals vs. biostimulants Gene expression in plants Fertilizer efficiency Crop nutrition Soil health Sustainable farming Farm Bill regulation Research from universities Timing applications for maximum ROI Future innovations in crop nutrition Whether you're skeptical of biostimulants or already experimenting with them, this episode provides one of the clearest explanations available from a scientist who studies them every day.   Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

BYO wheelbarrow to load up on Solomon's wisdom, cos today we're chatting with the grandaddy of beyond-organic gardening himself, Steve Solomon! If you don't know Steve, he's a bit of cult hero in food growing circles thanks to his deep research into soil remineralisation and why it is absolutely critical for human health.In this convo:How pre-industrial communities ate 4 x more nutrient-dense foodWhy MINERALS are the key to healthy soil and healthy humansBetter nutrition… lower libido?Why compost is really bloody complicated…and how compost can ruin your soil if you're not carefulHow to calculate how much organic matter your soil actually needsThe ugly truth about commercial compostCOF ~ Complete Organic FertiliserWhy Steve doesn't recommend soil testing for everyoneEVIL GOVERNMENT EDICTSSteve's pact to intentionally follow his interests 100%“THE PURPOSE OF MY LIFE IS TO DO WHATEVER IT IS I'M INTERESTED IN”LINKY POOS

Healthy soil doesn't happen by accident. It starts with protecting the living ecosystem beneath your feet.In this first teaching episode of my Soil Health series, I'm sharing why keeping your soil chemical-free is the foundation for everything else we'll cover. Whether you're growing vegetables, fruit trees, flowers, or pasture, the health of your soil determines the health of your plants.We'll look at how herbicides, pesticides, fungicides, and synthetic fertilizers affect the beneficial biology living in your soil and why quick fixes often create bigger problems over time. I'll also explain how healthy soil naturally becomes more resilient, helping your plants better withstand pests, disease, and drought.If you've ever struggled with weak plants, poor harvests, or garden problems that seem to come back year after year, this episode will help you understand why the solution starts below the surface.In this episode, you'll learn:• Why a chemical-free foundation is the first step to healthy soil• How common garden chemicals impact beneficial soil life• Why healthy soil is a living ecosystem, not just dirt• Simple steps you can take to begin restoring your soil naturallyThis is Part 1 of my Soil Health series, so if you're ready to grow healthier, more nutrient-dense food while working with nature instead of against it, you're in the right place.For the companion blog post, visit: https://homesteadingfamily.com/healthy-soil-starts-here/And if you missed the introduction to the series, you can catch that here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-to-improve-soil-quality/Thanks for listening to Everyday Homesteading. I'll see you in the next episode as we explore the next building block of healthy soil: minerals.Thanks to Homestead Kitchen magazine for sponsoring this podcast. Grab your copy of this monthly print magazine here and start enjoying homesteading knowledge, tips and recipes in the palm of your hands: https://homesteadingfamily.com/in-the-homestead-kitchen-ytTime Stamps:0:00 - Introduction1:12 - Homestead Kitchen Magazine3:22 - Main Topic~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~MORE ABOUT US!WELCOME! We're so glad you're here! We are Josh and Carolyn Thomas. Together with our eleven children, we are The Homesteading Family where we're living a self-sustainable life in beautiful North Idaho. Let us welcome you and show you a bit about us here: http://bit.ly/HFWelcomeVideoGrow, Preserve & Thrive with us!Visit us on our blog: https://www.homesteadingfamily.comFacebook at https://www.facebook.com/homesteadingfamilyInstagram: https://instagram.com/homesteadingfamilyRumble: https://rumble.com/HomesteadingFamilyA few highlights you don't want to miss are our FREEBIES!!Healthy Healing at Home – Learn how to confidently use herbal medicine in your home with this FREE 4 video workshop: https://homesteadingfamily.com/HHHytYour Best Loaf – A Free 4 video workshop teaching you how to make great bread at home, every time, regardless of the recipe you are using: https://homesteadingfamily.com/free-bread-workshopBecome a master canner in just a few days with my FREE video series where together we are going to stock your shelves with amazing food the whole family will love. 

Soil health continues to be an important conversation in agriculture as farmers look for ways to improve their operations, protect their resources, and build long-term sustainability. On this Ohio Ag Net Podcast, powered by Ohio Corn and Wheat, learn about the Farmers for Soil Health program and the opportunities it is providing for growers who want to take the next step in conservation. Plus, bringing some certainty back into agriculture is something that could happen if some policies are passed in Washington. With items like the Farm Bill, year-round E15 and fertilizer availability and prices on the cusp of becoming law, farm groups are pushing hard to get Congress to move. Get an update from Ohio Farm Bureau.

What if the food in your pantry could tell you more than what is on the nutrition label? So many of us walk through the grocery store looking for foods that seem healthy, easy, and nourishing, but we are rarely taught to ask where those foods came from, how they were grown, or what was lost along the way. We see beautiful produce that may have no flavor, pantry staples that all look the same, and labels that make big claims without always helping us understand what is actually in the food we are feeding ourselves and our families. In this episode, we're talking with Sarela Herrada, co-founder of SIMPLi, a regenerative organic pantry brand known for beans, grains, and oils. And instead of stopping at the usual conversation about protein, fiber, or what to buy at the store, Sarela helps us look at the bigger picture: how soil health, farming practices, indigenous agriculture, crop rotation, and food sourcing all shape the flavor, nutrition, and impact of what ends up on our plates. We get into what regenerative organic actually means, why sustainable agriculture is about more than a farming trend, and how food systems affect everything from nutrient density to farmer fairness, plus: Why nutrient dense food starts with the soil before it ever reaches your kitchen How organic beans, grains, and oils can carry more flavor and nourishment Why cooking beans from dried can be worth the extra step What makes Simpli beans different from conventional pantry staples Why food as medicine is not just a buzzword when we understand how food is grown How indigenous agriculture has shaped regenerative practices for generations Why asking where your food comes from can change the way you shop What to look for when choosing better food for your everyday meals If you've ever wondered whether your pantry staples are actually supporting your health, your values, and the kind of food system you want to participate in, this episode is your invitation to start asking important questions before your food ever hits the plate. Let's rebrand wellness together! Elizabeth, Tara & Maria   This episode is sponsored by SIMPLi. We're grateful for their support in bringing this conversation to you.   Connect with us! The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition Take the free quiz, What Type of Eater Are You?: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/quiz Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness Join Tara's Newsletter: www.taradeleonfitness.com/connect Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com   If you want to start a podcast or grow your existing one, visit julianabarbati.com and let them know we sent you! Connect with Sarela Herrada: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarelaherrada/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/eatsimpli Website: https://eatsimpli.com/

"Farming in a way that's good for the health of the consumer and good for the product is also good for the environment. And so everybody wins, and then our consumer wins." —Andrew Salisbury  Coffee health benefits aren't just marketing; they're backed by nearly 30,000 studies, yet almost none of that research made it into the bag of coffee sitting in your kitchen.  In this episode of Essential Ingredients, Justine Reichman talks with Andrew Salisbury, founder of Purity Coffee, about the personal frustration that led him to rebuild coffee from the soil up. It started with his wife's low energy and a stubborn question: was her daily coffee helping or hurting? That question sent Andrew to two coffee scientists at Vanderbilt, who handed him a list of health benefits tied to coffee — and a gap no company was filling.  Andrew explains why coffee is actually the number one source of antioxidants in the American diet, ahead of blueberries and kale, and why most companies stop at "avoiding the bad stuff" instead of maximizing the good. He walks through Purity's three-level testing process — bean, soil, and now the body — and explains why regenerative, shade-grown farming produces higher yields and more antioxidants than industrial methods, while also sequestering carbon rather than releasing it. The conversation moves from roast curves and chlorogenic acids to the real economics of paying farmers a premium, and why climate change is expected to cut Arabica coffee supply in half by 2035.  This is a conversation about what happens when a company refuses to accept "that's just how it's done." Listen to the full episode to hear how one entrepreneur is trying to make your daily cup a genuine act of health: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/essential-ingredients-podcast/id1534417325   Meet Andrew:  Andrew Salisbury is the founder and CEO of Purity Coffee, a specialty coffee company built on a simple but radical premise: every decision from farm to cup should be made for human health first. After investigating his wife's low energy and digging into research at the Institute for Coffee Studies at Vanderbilt, Andrew discovered that coffee is the number one source of antioxidants in the American diet—and that no brand was optimizing coffee specifically for health. Partnering with leading coffee researcher Professor Adriana Farah, Andrew spent 18 months developing Purity's approach: shade-grown, regeneratively farmed, organic coffee that is independently lab-tested to minimize mold, mycotoxins, pesticides, and heavy metals while maximizing antioxidants and polyphenols. Through Purity Coffee and the emerging concept of "circular health coffee," Andrew is helping reshape how the industry thinks about regenerative agriculture, soil health, and clean sourcing, proving that what's best for the drinker can also be best for farmers and the planet. Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok  Connect with NextGen Purpose: Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Podcast Chapters: 01:19 Meet Andrew Salisbury: Founder of Purity Coffee 04:37 Coffee's Surprising #1 Antioxidant Ranking 05:31 Why No One Built Health-First Coffee Sooner 10:03 Inside Purity's Three-Level Coffee Testing 12:14 How Regenerative Farming Fights Climate Change 15:23 Clean Sourcing: Farm-to-Cup Transparency 23:54 Balancing Sustainability With Accessible Pricing 33:50 The Future of Coffee and Soil Health 40:44 Where to Find Purity Coffee 

Welcome to Agronomic Monday on RealAg Radio, brought to you by FMC Ag Canada and hosted by Lyndsey Smith! 00:00 - Coming up… 01:47 - Aidan Filipchuck of PRIDE Seeds 12:30 - Horst Bohner of OMAFA 21:10 - Bryan O’Hara of FMC Ag Canada 28:06 - Marcel Van Staveren 39:16 - Marcel Van Staveren 50:54... Read More

Welcome to Agronomic Monday on RealAg Radio, brought to you by FMC Ag Canada and hosted by Lyndsey Smith! 00:00 - Coming up… 01:47 - Aidan Filipchuck of PRIDE Seeds 12:30 - Horst Bohner of OMAFA 21:10 - Bryan O’Hara of FMC Ag Canada 28:06 - Marcel Van Staveren 39:16 - Marcel Van Staveren 50:54... Read More

Welcome to RealAg on the Weekend with your host for this week’s show, Lyndsey Smith! Today on the show, Smith is joined by Dr. Edward Bork of the University of Alberta to talk about e-collars for cattle, Marcel Van Staveren of K-Hart on addressing soil health goals and how a disc drill has changed how... Read More

Revitalizing Soil Health, Naturally with guest Pat Miletich, Soil Health Advocate and co-founder of Soil Saviors Soil health is vitally important, because the health of the food we eat correlates directly to the health of the soil where the food is grown. While our conventional agriculture system continues to mistreat millions of acres with military chemicals, we wonder why the United States has the sickest population. Toxic industrial chemicals have removed vitality from our soils. Fortunately, there exist natural solutions that can detoxify, nutrify, and rebalance soil. In this episode Pat Miletich shares his story of overcoming respiratory illness, discovering humates, and achieving athletic recognition. Humates are naturally occurring organic compounds that boost soil fertility by acting as powerful chelating agents. They bind to essential soil minerals, prevent them from being locked away or leached, and make them highly bioavailable to plant roots.This translates into growing food that is more nutritious and energizing. Miletich is a UFC Hall of Famer, lifelong outdoorsman, and co-founder of Soil Saviors, a movement that seeks to restore soil health and help people grow nutrient-dense food naturally. After decades studying performance, nutrition, and environmental health, Miletich became deeply focused on the connection between living soil, nutrient density, and human health. His work now centers on teaching gardeners, homesteaders, and families how to rebuild soil biology and grow healthier food without relying on synthetic chemicals. INFORMATION RESOURCES Revitalize your soil now with Soil Saviors - https://www.soilsaviors.org/ Use 10% discount code: storywalking10 Explore the “Bees, Weeds, Trees & Seeds” pathway at https://storywalking.com/bees-weeds-trees-and-seeds/ RELATED EPISODES Soil Science and Bionutrition with Dan Kittredge, Bionutrient Food Association - https://dreamvisions7radio.com/nature-as-teacher/ Regerative Farming: Healing the Land One Bite at a Time with Joel Salatin - https://dreamvisions7radio.com/regenerative-farming-healing-land/ Why Eating Organic is Crucial to the Future of the Planet with Zen Honeycutt, Moms Across America - https://dreamvisions7radio.com/eating-organic-crucial-future-planet/   Learn more about the Story Walking Radio Hour at https://storywalking.com Reach Out to Wendy with Comments and Queries email storywalkerwendy@gmail.com or text 401 529-6830.   Join the Story Walking movement - https://storywalking.com/ Follow Story Walking on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/StoryWalkingRadioHour/ or Instagram https://www.instagram.com/storywalkerwendy/ Subscribe to Wendy's Substack to receive notifications of new podcast and product releases https://substack.com/@wendynadhernyfachon  Read about DIPG: Eternal Hope Versus Terminal Corruption by Dean Fachon begin to uncover the truth about cancer - https://dipgbook.com/ Learn more at https://netwalkri.com email storywalkerwendy@gmail.com or call 401 529-6830. Subscribe to Wendy's blog Writing with Wendy at www.wendyfachon.blog. Join Wendy on facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/StoryWalkingRadio

A hard wheat year can still teach Oklahoma producers something useful about risk, timing, and variety decisions. In this episode of the Red Dirt Agronomy Podcast, Dave Deken, Brian Arnall Ph.D., and Josh Lofton Ph.D. talk with Amanda Silva Ph.D., Oklahoma State University Extension small grains specialist, about the 2026 Oklahoma wheat crop. They discuss drought stress, scattered rainfall, early crop development, planting date decisions, test weight, wheat streak mosaic virus, and what variety trials can still tell farmers in a difficult year. Key takeaways: Rain timing drove much of the difference between fields, even within the same county. Earlier crop development, warm winter conditions, and a cooler grain-fill period shaped yield and test weight outcomes. Planting date can be used as a risk-management tool, especially when paired with different maturity groups. Wheat variety trials are still valuable in stressful years, but researchers must carefully judge data quality, CV, blocks, and field variability. OSU research continues on late-planted wheat, seeding rates, nitrogen management, forage production, coleoptile length, and deeper planting to chase moisture. Detailed timestamped rundown 00:00–02:14 — Intro and setup Dave opens Episode 514 by framing the conversation around the Oklahoma wheat crop and why a hard year can still shape decisions for future crops. He also promotes the Summer Crop Demo Day near Chickasha and introduces Brian Arnall Ph.D., Josh Lofton Ph.D., and guest Amanda Silva Ph.D.02:17–06:19 — Field-tour context and statewide wheat observations The group talks about seeing wheat across Oklahoma through field tours, Oklahoma Wheat Commission work, and research stops from Apache and Greenfield to the Panhandle and northeast Oklahoma. Dave notes how seeing the crop in person gave a fuller picture than just looking at numbers.06:27–09:10 — A hard, variable wheat season Silva describes the season as one of the hardest since she started at OSU. She explains that southwest and western Oklahoma were especially rough, while some locations saw enough rain to produce pockets of better wheat. Rainfall patterns created major differences, even between fields in the same county.09:11–12:02 — Stand establishment, planting timing, and grain fill Josh compares the wheat variability to what he saw in canola. Silva and Arnall discuss how some locations benefited from earlier establishment, while others struggled with stands and canopy closure. Cooler weather during grain fill likely helped preserve some grain quality and test weight.12:04–15:17 — Why wheat matured early Arnall asks why wheat was running ahead of schedule across a broad region. Silva points to warm late-winter and early-spring temperatures that moved the crop through growth stages quickly. The group also compares how those conditions affected canola and freeze risk.15:17–17:40 — The critical period for yield Silva explains that the jointing-to-flowering period is especially important because key yield components are being set. Moisture or stress during that window can strongly shape final yield.17:45–20:35 — Diversifying planting dates Arnall raises the idea of spreading planting dates as another form of risk management. Silva agrees that stacking planting dates could help, especially when combined with different variety maturities. She clarifies that “early” for grain-only wheat may still mean mid-October, not September.20:36–23:53 — Dusting in wheat and chasing moisture Dave asks when dusting in becomes worth the risk. Silva explains that farmers and researchers both have acreage and time constraints, and sometimes planting dry is a practical choice. The group also discusses deeper planting, coleoptile length, and whether Oklahoma could learn from dryland systems in the Pacific Northwest and Australia.23:54–28:13 — How much water does wheat really need? Dave asks whether researchers can determine a minimum moisture requirement for wheat in a controlled setting. Arnall and Lofton explain why lab or pot-study answers do not always translate well to field decisions because soil, temperature, humidity, wind, rooting environment, and other factors change the outcome.29:09–32:19 — Silva's research program Silva outlines current OSU wheat work, including planting date, variety maturity, nitrogen management in late-planted wheat, seeding rates, forage response, grazing recovery, nitrogen uptake, protein, and nitrogen-use efficiency. She notes new forage-focused seeding-rate work at El Reno and possibly Chickasha.32:20–36:47 — Variety trials and disease pressure The group discusses OSU's wheat variety trial network, the number of varieties being evaluated, and the inclusion of irrigated wheat work in the Panhandle. Silva notes wheat streak mosaic virus pressure in irrigated plots and explains that water alone does not remove the impact of disease.36:48–45:45 — How researchers judge trial data Arnall asks Silva and Lofton to explain how they decide whether trial data is trustworthy. They discuss CV, blocks, reps, averages, plot-by-plot review, field notes, drone imagery, canopy gaps, and the challenge of publishing fair comparisons when field variability is high.45:46–49:10 — Lessons from a stressful wheat year Silva's big takeaway is the resilience of wheat and Oklahoma producers. The group points out that hard “scientist years” can reveal useful information about stress tolerance, variety response, and management, even when they are not the years producers hope for. RedDirtAgronomy.com

Grazing is marketed as climate-friendly—but evidence shows it depletes soil carbon, yields little nutrition, and worsens warming. #RegenerativeMyths #SoilHealth #Agroecology

The organic certification body, the Soil Association, is warning it may withdraw from the farmed salmon sector unless higher standards are met. The organisation says while current standards are being satisfied, that's not driving the improvments in the industry that they want to see. They cite high fish mortality, unacceptable levels of sea lice, and the use of harmful chemical treatments. The industry body says its salmon farmers are committed to the highest standards of fish welfare and environmental responsibility. As we take a closer look at soils all this week, today we meet two Sheffield university researchers who are investigating the properties of micorrhizal fungal networks, which bind together millions of micro organisms - the protection of which many see as the solution to soil health. And as the climate becomes more extreme, the management of water in farming will become more vital than ever. With this in mind, a pilot study has been taking place in Shropshire to assess how technology can help farmers pre-empt risks from flooding and drought. Scientists have even developed an app to give landowners a better idea of what they might face.Presented by Anna Hill and produced by Sally Challoner.

In this episode, microbiologist and co-creator of the Johnson-Su bioreactor, Dr. David Johnson, schools us on how to tell if a soil is healthy and of good quality.   Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights!   Get market farming tools, seeds, and supplies at Modern Grower. Follow Modern Grower:  Instagram  Instagram Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network:  Carrot Cashflow  Farm Small Farm Smart  Farm Small Farm Smart Daily  The Growing Microgreens Podcast  The Urban Farmer Podcast  The Rookie Farmer Podcast  In Search of Soil Podcast Check out Diego's books:  Sell Everything You Grow on Amazon   Ready Farmer One on Amazon **** Modern Grower and Diego Footer participate in the Amazon Services LLC. Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

Welcome to episode 428 of Growers Daily! We cover: today we're gonna shoutout some soil health principles, talking succession planting tips, how to find good, safe mulch, and why we avoid disturbance within reason. We are a Non-Profit! 

With the surname “Kentish,” Nic carries his family's potato growing legacy. While it's one of pride, the journey has certainly not been easy.  After returning to the family farm in South Australia, he found himself confronting one of the biggest challenges many farming families face: how to build a profitable, sustainable business in an increasingly volatile industry. In this episode, Nic Kentish unpacks his lessons learned from decades in farming, including a difficult transition into organic potato production that ultimately left the business carrying significant debt. Nic speaks candidly about the financial and emotional pressure that comes with succession, the realities of running high-risk agricultural enterprises, and why understanding your gross margins matters just as much as understanding your soils. Now an educator with RCS's Grazing for Profit program, Nic explains why he believes agriculture must be viewed as a connected system: where soil health, profitability, relationships, livestock management, and technology are all intertwined. The conversation explores regenerative agriculture, biological farming, and why Nic prefers to focus less on labels and more on outcomes. Sarah and Nic discuss: Why “great technology” still has to solve real on-farm problems The lessons Nic learned from transitioning to organic farming Gross margins, debt, and the hidden pressures of succession Why soil health and profitability are deeply connected The role of observation and intuition alongside agtech Why family relationships are often the biggest risk, or strength, in farming businesses How farmers can build resilience in increasingly variable conditions     Useful Links: The Warble Podcast | RCS Change Agent: The maverick agronomist who changed grazing methods - ABC News Optiweigh Low Stress Stock Handling - Farmsafe Arden Andersen - Soil Learning Center Halter's $2 billion question, with founder Craig Piggott Regen Ag Series Australian Rural Leadership Foundation For more information and resources, visit our website.  The information in this post is not investment advice or a recommendation to invest. It is general information only and does not take into account your investment objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making an investment decision you should seek financial advice from a professional financial adviser. Whilst we believe the information is correct, we provide no warranty of accuracy, reliability or completeness. [12:00:00] Sustainable farming has to be profitable. [00:23:00] Regen ag is about outcomes not labels. [00:37:00] Good tech supports farmer intuition

Visit: Freshrxok.org for more information.summaryIn this episode, Erin Martin shares her inspiring journey from gerontology to advocating for regenerative agriculture and food as medicine. Discover how soil health impacts human health, the success of the FreshRx Oklahoma program, and how supporting local regenerative farmers can transform lives and healthcare.key topicsSoil microbiome and human healthFood as medicine and regenerative agricultureSuccess stories from the FreshRx Oklahoma programPolicy initiatives supporting food as medicineThe impact of nutrient-depleted soil on food qualityCommunity and intergenerational healthDisclaimer: This podcast is for general information and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute medical or dental advice. Any mention of products, services, tests, or supplements is not an endorsement and may include affiliate links. Guest views are their own and may not reflect the views of Dr. Debbie Ozment or this podcast. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation.Visit my website DrDebbieOzment.com for valuable free downloads.  Additionally,  you will find shopping links which I have curated on the website.  Please follow me on instagram at drdebbieozment.

Brazilian-trained chemical engineer, Raiza Rezende left a career path lined up by petroleum, gas, and pharmaceutical companies to study syntropic agriculture with Ernst Götsch, then WWOOFed her way across Spain, Portugal, and Greece before co-founding two organisations working from opposite ends of the same problem: Agrosystemic, which helps large farms in Portugal and Brazil transition toward regenerative practices, and RHEA, the Regenerative Healthcare European Association, which is trying to prove — with hard data — that healthy soil produces healthier people.Pull one carrot out of the ground and test it, and the number on the lab report tells you almost nothing. Is its vitamin A content high or low? Compared to what? That's the problem sitting underneath the entire “nutrient density” conversation, and it's the one Raiza keeps running into: without thousands of samples across farms, regions, and varieties, a single result is just a number with nowhere to stand.In this conversation recorded in a Lisbon park, with the podcast's producer Antonella Totaro taking over hosting duties for the first time, we get into Raiza's path from an oil-and-gas-sponsored engineering campus in Rio to the most desertified farmland in Portugal, why Agrosystemic refuses to tell conventional farmers they're doing it “wrong”, what four real farms and 40-plus measured parameters are starting to reveal about nutrient density, why €700 billion a year in EU disease treatment costs hasn't yet connected soil research to health research, and why, with a magic wand or a billion euros, she'd skip the technology and put the money straight into farmers.More about this episodeThoughts? Ideas? Questions? Send us a message!Find out more about our Generation-Re investment syndicate:https://gen-re.land/ Thank you to our Field Builders Circle for supporting us. Learn more hereSupport the show=======In Investing in Regenerative Agriculture and Food podcast show we talk to the pioneers in the regenerative food and agriculture space to learn more on how to put our money to work to regenerate soil, people, local communities and ecosystems while making an appropriate and fair return. Hosted by Koen van Seijen.

In this special National Soil Health Day episode, Jeff, Mary, and Eric talk with Dr. Ray Weil of the University of Maryland. An internationally recognized soil scientist, Dr. Weil shares how a desire to make a difference in the world led him from an interest in medicine to a lifelong career in soil science. The conversation explores his early experiences managing an organic farm, decades of work pioneering cover crop research, and his belief that plants are among the most powerful tools for improving soil health. From living roots and plant diversity to soil biology and resilient farming systems, Dr. Weil highlights how working with nature and using plants to feed and protect the soil can benefit both the soil and the people who depend on it. In celebration of National Soil Health Day, keep the learning going by reading and watching! Dive into The Nature and Properties of Soils, co-authored by Dr. Ray Weil, and then head to YouTube to watch In the Soil Pit #1 with Professor Ray Weil: Soil Horizons. Whether you're new to soil science or a longtime enthusiast, these resources bring the world beneath our feet to life!Tune in, like, and subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts or 4thesoil.org/podcastAs always, we encourage you to cooperate with other farmers, graziers, and gardeners for peer-to-peer learning. We can all be 4 The Soil, for the future! Here is how with four principles: 1) Keep the soil covered -- Cover crops are our friends;2) Minimize soil disturbance -- Be gentle, take it easy;3) Maximize living roots year-round -- Keep roots growing; and4) Energize with diversity -- Thrive with diversity.If you are interested in art and framing the 4 The Soil posters for your office or home, the 16” by 20” posters are available for purchase and printing as single posters or a set of five posters. Additional, 4 The Soil gear and swag is available for purchase at https://4-the-soil.printify.me/If you have questions about soil and water conservation practices, soil health principles, or how you can celebrate National Soil Health Day on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, call or visit a USDA Service Center, a Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District office, or your local Virginia Cooperative Extension office.   4 the Soil: A Conversation is made possible with funding support from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and The Agua Fund. Other partners include the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service; Virginia Cooperative Extension; Virginia State University; Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation; and partners of the Virginia Soil Health Coalition.Disclaimer: Views expressed on this podcast are those of each individual guest.To download a copy of this, or any other show, visit the website 4thesoil.org. Music used during today's program is courtesy of the Flip Charts. All rights reserved. 4 the Soil: A Conversation is produced by On the Farm Radio in collaboration with Virginia Tech. The host and co-hosts are Jeff Ishee, Mary Sketch Bryant, and Eric Bendfeldt.

What if the secret to healthier plants, bigger harvests, fewer pests, and less work in the garden isn't another fertilizer or amendment? What if it's your soil?In this episode of Everyday Homesteading, we're kicking off a brand-new Soil School series by exploring the foundation of every productive garden: healthy soil. You'll learn why soil is much more than dirt, how a thriving soil ecosystem works, and the six key elements that create resilient, nutrient-dense gardens.Over the next several months, Josh will be diving deeper into each of these topics in a special Soil School series designed to help you build healthier soil and work smarter, not harder, in the garden.In this episode:

Justin Bruch is back in the Farm4Fun studio, and as always, the conversation goes far beyond the original topic. What starts as a discussion about a recent trip to Spain and the Maya Corn head factory quickly turns into a fascinating journey through global agriculture. Justin shares stories from managing large-scale farming operations in Ukraine, developing farms in Brazil, working in Africa, and helping introduce innovative equipment solutions that eventually led to the creation of Maya Corn heads in North America. In this episode, the crew discusses: Touring the Maya Corn head factory in Spain How Maya Corn heads were discovered while farming in Ukraine Managing more than 250,000 acres across multiple countries The realities of farming in Ukraine before and during wartime Stories from Russia, Siberia, Africa, Brazil, and Canada Why Ukraine may have some of the best farmland in the world Global differences in farming practices and technology adoption Corn head design, reliability, and residue management The impact of tariffs and international trade on agriculture equipment Rising fertilizer and diesel costs facing American farmers Soil health, carbon sequestration, and regenerative agriculture Organic farming opportunities and market challenges Why equipment efficiency matters more than ever in tight-margin years Justin also dives into the economics of modern farming, discussing nitrogen availability, residue breakdown, organic matter, and practical ways farmers can improve profitability while building healthier soils. The conversation includes an honest look at current agricultural policy, 45Z opportunities, regenerative agriculture, and what the future may hold for American producers. Along the way, listeners will hear unforgettable stories involving international travel, farming in post-Soviet Ukraine, navigating foreign business environments, and lessons learned from agriculture around the globe. Whether you're interested in equipment, agronomy, world agriculture, or simply great storytelling, this episode delivers all of the above. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Helen Mark visits Tattykeel Garden in Omagh, where Hugh and Kathleen Ward reflect on four decades of gardening as they open their gates for the National Garden Scheme. Helen meets Ian Marshall to explore simple, cost effective propagation techniques for Hydrangeas and a range of houseplants. Near the foothills of the Sperrin Mountains, Helen catches up with Miriam Turley at An Creagán to discuss the challenges facing community garden groups across the country. And with Conor O'Kane she learns how homemade bio char can boost soil health. Colin Agnew joins Helen in studio. Email the programme at gardenerscorner@bbc.co.uk

With input costs remaining high and profit margins under pressure, producers are increasingly looking for ways to improve productivity without simply adding more fertilizer, more irrigation, or more crop inputs. In this episode of North American Ag Spotlight, host Chrissy Wozniak sits down with Chad Godsey, Chief Agronomist at Green Evolution Technologies, to discuss how growers are evaluating new technologies, why efficiency has become the new benchmark for success, and how innovations at the soil and root level may help unlock future yield gains.Chad brings a unique perspective to the conversation, combining a PhD in Agronomy and Soil Science with a lifetime of farming experience on his family's multi-generational Colorado farm. He shares how his work as a consultant across more than 100,000 acres has shaped his views on technology adoption and why today's farmers are demanding proven, measurable results before investing in new products.The discussion explores how growers are increasingly conducting their own on-farm trials to validate new technologies and why return on investment has become the deciding factor in purchasing decisions. Chad explains that while farmers have been inundated with new products in recent years, many are now focused on technologies that can consistently improve water-use efficiency and nutrient-use efficiency rather than simply promise yield increases.A major focus of the episode is Green Evolution Technologies' InteliGel hydrogel platform. Chad explains how the technology works by absorbing and storing water and nutrients within the soil profile, making them available to crops during periods of stress. He discusses how the hydrogel can be applied using existing farm equipment, reducing barriers to adoption while fitting into current farming practices.The conversation also dives into field trial results from corn and soybean production systems. Chad shares data from third-party research that demonstrated significant yield improvements and profitability gains, particularly during periods of late-season drought stress. He also discusses the potential for multi-year benefits from a single application, an important factor when evaluating long-term return on investment.Listeners will hear Chad's perspective on the challenges facing ag technology companies, including the common mistake of bringing products to market before they have been fully validated across different environments and management systems. He offers practical advice for growers evaluating new products, emphasizing the importance of establishing clear benchmarks and measuring efficiency improvements over time.Whether you're interested in water management, nutrient efficiency, precision agriculture, or the future of crop production, this episode offers valuable insights into how innovative technologies are helping farmers do more with less while maintaining profitability.Learn more about Green Evolution Technologies and InteliGel by visiting https://greenevolutiontechnologies.com, or send Chad an email with your questions to chad@hydrogel.us.Thank you to Chad Godsey for joining us on North American Ag Spotlight and sharing his expertise on the future of agricultural productivity.Send us Fan MailEcorobotix, together with DFS Finance & AgDirect, is making it easier for growers to access the ARA Ultra High Precision Sprayer. Flexible purchase and lease programs offer competitive rates, deferred payments, and end-of-term options, helping farms cut inputs, reduce labor & boost profitability without straining cash flow. Learn more HERESubscribe to North American Ag at https://northamericanag.com

In this episode, we welcome Alex Boekelheide from Northville, South Dakota, a fifth-generation farmer passionate about stewardship, continuous improvement, and preparing his operation for future generations. Alex shares the story of his family farm, the responsibility that comes with carrying on a legacy, and the lessons he's learned working alongside his father while transitioning leadership responsibilities to the next generation. The conversation dives into: Growing up on a fifth-generation farm Leadership lessons learned from family and mentors Why succession planning should start earlier than most farms think The value of advisory teams and outside expertise Building a resilient operation through crop diversity Incorporating oats and cover crops into a corn-soybean rotation Soil stewardship and conservation-focused farming Drainage tile, salinity management, and improving productivity Farm marketing strategies and working with trusted advisors Technology adoption and equipment decisions The importance of transparency when preparing the next generation to farm Alex also shares how Farm4Profit episodes featuring Onshore Advisors and BOA Safra inspired him to explore opportunities that ultimately generated substantial value for his operation through R&D tax credits and fertilizer tax programs. He walks through his experience, the process, and why surrounding yourself with knowledgeable experts can help uncover opportunities many farmers overlook. Most importantly, this episode is a reminder that successful farms aren't built by knowing everything—they're built by continuously learning, asking questions, and surrounding yourself with great people. Whether you're focused on succession planning, conservation, profitability, or simply becoming a better operator, this conversation is packed with practical insights and real-world experiences from a farmer who is intentionally building for the next generation. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

https://agxplore.com/assessment/ How do top growers consistently push yield boundaries while still focusing on return on investment? In this special Farm4Profit episode recorded from the AgX booth at Commodity Classic, Tanner and Corey sit down with AgX Sales Agronomist Billy Carter and three progressive farmers who are proving what's possible in modern agriculture. Minnesota farmer Ron Pagel shares how he surpassed the 300-bushel corn mark by combining advanced fertility programs, drone applications, fungicide timing, and a commitment to trying new ideas. Wisconsin farmer Dave Justman discusses balancing farming, retail agronomy, and the pursuit of higher-yielding soybeans while helping customers implement proven agronomic practices. Kentucky farmer and Kentucky Soybean Association President Jonathan Reynolds explains how conservation practices, cover crops, no-till management, and long-term soil health improvements have created a foundation for both yield and profitability. Throughout the conversation, Billy Carter breaks down the agronomic principles behind AgX's high-yield programs, including seed treatments, fertility management, fungicide strategies, plant growth regulation, hybrid selection, and the importance of focusing on details many growers overlook. Topics include: Breaking the 300-bushel corn barrier Building profitable high-yield systems Contest plots versus whole-farm ROI Cover crops and soil health as yield drivers Fragipan soils and improving water infiltration Nitrogen efficiency and fertility management Hybrid and variety selection strategies Drone applications and late-season management High-yield soybean challenges and opportunities The role of mindset, observation, and continuous learning Whether you're chasing yield contest results or simply looking to improve efficiency and profitability across your operation, this episode delivers practical lessons from growers who are constantly pushing the limits of what's possible in the field. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.