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Farm4Profit Podcast

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Our mission is to provide farms and operators an independent and unbiased outlet for information related to increasing the profitability of their farming operation. We will be providing farms and operators of all sizes and experience levels access to the latest trends, projections, and the tools necessary to increase farming profitability. We will take each episode to deliver latest news, what's working for active farms, and a topic of focus each episode. Remember, if you aren't farming for profit you won't be farming for long.
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Episodes

F4F - Ross Chastain Watermelon Farmer/Racecar Driver

Ross Chastain Where are they from, what do they farm, how did they get into farming How’s the family - do they farm with family? Grew up in Alva, Florida Older brother of NASCAR driver Chad Chastain How did he get into NASCAR? Busch Race Car Driver Driver of the No. 1 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for Trackhouse Racing Part-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, driving the no. 92 Chevrolet Camaro for DGM ARacing Part-time in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, driving the No. 45 Chevrolet Silverado for Niece...

Jun 20, 202440 minEp. 397

Unlocking Crop Potential through Advanced Nutrition

Episode Title: Maximizing Crop Yields with Advanced Nutrition Solutions Guest: Gunther Kreps Overview of the episode's topic: Plant Nutrition and its impact on crop productivity. Understanding Plant Nutrition Importance of plant nutrition in modern farming. When did we really start to get a good understanding of the importance of plant health? Introduction to AgXplore and their role in the agricultural industry. The 5 Phases of Crop Development Explanation of the five phases: Foundation Establis...

Jun 17, 20241 hr 20 minEp. 396

F4F - Carson Kahler the 6th Gen Farmer

Episode Sponsor: https://www.estesperformanceconcaves.com/product/xpr-3-concaves/ In this episode of the Farm4Profit podcast, we welcome Carson, famously known as the 6th Gen Farmer. Carson, along with his brother Chris and father Ryan, carries on a rich family farming legacy in South Western Minnesota. Known for his engaging and humorous approach to promoting agriculture, Carson has amassed a significant following on social media with over 1,000 Facebook followers, 5,000 Instagram followers, an...

Jun 13, 202459 minEp. 395

The Future of Cattle Profits: Legacy Beef Co-op Explained

Today, we have a special guest, Chad Tentinger, a fourth-generation cattle farmer from Marcus, Iowa. Combining his passion for cattle and construction, Chad founded TenCorp, Inc. in 2007 and remains deeply involved in the cattle industry. He has partnered with local producers to build two state-of-the-art turn-key cattle operations. Chad is here to introduce Legacy Beef Co-op, a revolutionary cattle producer co-op that bases cattle pricing on the Boxed Beef Cutout, reflecting true consumer deman...

Jun 10, 20241 hr 6 minEp. 394

F4F - Oh Sheep Sh*t

Kayla and Shannon 2 hairstylist and makeup artists with no farm background - Was in industry was 10 years Wives and mothers Husbands said no to getting sheep with them - Started a sheep farm knowing nothing Farm Start being sheep farmers in September 2022 31 ewe’s and 1 ram Why sheep? Wanted something that their kids could help with Sheep are at Shannon’s farm Winter they are their full time Summer - will graze on a pasture near Kayla’s, pasture near shaylas, and on Shannon’s farm Their first bo...

Jun 06, 20241 hr 2 minEp. 393

Unlocking Farm Efficiency: Pivots and Combines

Episode Sponsor https://www.estesperformanceconcaves.com/xpr-concaves/ XPR3 Link https://www.estesperformanceconcaves.com/product/xpr-3-concaves/ What role does the concave serve in the harvesting process? Do you need a different concave for different crops? Does each combine manufacturer have a different size or style of concave? Do concaves wear out? Is the concave an important investment? How does this effect a listener’s ROI? Stop Rotor Loss Less Damage Boost Profitability How did Estes begi...

Jun 03, 20241 hr 10 minEp. 392

F4F - Mike and Bo Schlechter - Everglades

@EvergladesTV 50.7k YouTube Subs John Deere Dealership Founded in 1963, Everglades Equipment Group is a family owned and operated full-service John Deere dealership with 18 locations covering central and south Florida. Everglades Equipment Group serves a wide range of customers the largest agricultural producers of sugar citrus vegetables individual farmers golf courses nurseries & commercial landscape management companies construction businesses We have become one of the largest John Deere ...

May 30, 20241 hrEp. 391

Financial Independence in Farming w/ Mary Jo Irmen

Building Financial Independence in Farming: A Conversation with Mary Jo Irmen Introduction: Today, we're excited to have Mary Jo Irmen, founder of WithoutTheBank.com, joining us to discuss how she helps farmers achieve financial independence. Mary Jo, could you start by giving us a brief overview of your background and how you got involved in helping farmers with their finances? It was never my intent to teach the world about the Infinite Baking Concept much less write two books. However, someti...

May 27, 20241 hr 10 minEp. 390

F4F - Cole Sonne - Sonne Farms

Cole Sonne - Sonne Farms Mt Vernon South Dakota @SonneFarms 172k Facebook -- 48.4k Instagram – 270k YouTube Subs My name is Cole Sonne fourth generation farmer living in South-Eastern South Dakota. My father and I raise Black Angus Cattle. we raise bulls Who all is involved? we also grow alfalfa, grass hay, corn, and soybeans. I started making youtube videos for not just your entertainment, but for mine as well. Has made 740 videos Married – Wife Tiffany Renovated their home at the “South Farm” ...

May 23, 20241 hr 1 minEp. 389

Beyond Drones: Unveiling the Agronomic Benefits

IN-STUDIO INTERVIEW GUESTS:  Sue Brakhane, Chief Agronomist  Travis Biggs, Imaging Services Director INTERVIEW FLOW AND TOPICS (OR GOALS) - Circle back to who we are as a company, reference founding partners Danny Assman and Ryan Schroeder and their original Farm4Profit interview. - Emphasize the differences of Terraplex as a drone sales company (our emphasis on service) REALLY deep dive into services. More than just servicing and repairing drones when they crash, but the after-sale service as...

May 20, 20241 hr 2 minEp. 388

F4F - Jen Hartmann - Corey's CTO Campaign Updates

@jenalyson Twitter 24.3K Where are they from How’s the family Quad Cities Married w/ 2 children Herself and spouse both work for Deere Pat has worked for Deere 20+ years - He’s 2nd generation Deere Lyric’s Graduation John Deere Director of PR & Social Leading the CTO campaign Received her 15th anniversary ring at Deere Attended AGRITECHNICA - Future Ag Expo in Germany Her team is all over: 2 in Des Moines, 1 in Vermont, 1 in California, 5 in Quad Cities, 1 in Chicago, Germany Previous roles ...

May 16, 202457 minEp. 387

Understanding the Cattle Market: Navigating Challenges with Cattle Business Systems

Balance 4 Ward Cattle feeding company based out of SW Iowa, focused on helping and creating more opportunities for the mid-market cattlemen Level the playing field for them so they can compete in the industry We primarily do two things as a company – We Feed Cattle. Provide Additional Services to Cattle Feeders to help them make more money One of those services being our Cattle Business Systems Addressing Challenges in Cattle Ranching: Could you elaborate on the various challenges cattlemen face...

May 13, 202455 minEp. 386

F4F - Karl Armstrong - Canada's Best Farmer?

Welcome to the Farm4Profit Podcast! In this episode, we're joined by Karl Armstrong, a farmer from Southwestern Ontario. Karl shares insights into his farming operation, which focuses on corn, wheat, and soybeans, and winter barley. Beyond the fields, Karl enjoys camping year-round, even in the snow, with a favorite spot being Pinery Provincial Park. He adds a humorous touch to his social media presence, incorporating puns with pictures of Travis Kelce and Andy Reid during games. As a self-procl...

May 09, 20241 hr 16 minEp. 384

Exploring Land Investment Strategies with Justin Bruch

In this episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we're honored to welcome Justin Bruch, a fifth-generation Iowa farmer and Co-Founder of AgFunder.com. With a rich background in agriculture spanning four continents, Justin brings a wealth of experience to the discussion. Justin's journey in agriculture began on his family's farm in Iowa, where he cultivated a deep appreciation for the land and its potential. After earning his bachelor's degree in Agronomy from Iowa State University in 2000, Justin emb...

May 06, 20241 hr 13 minEp. 383

F4F - Bridgette Readel

@bmreadel Instagram 1.6k TikTok 661 Facebook 1.2k Twitter 14.6k Sukup Booth 2/29/2024 11:00 AM Bridgette Readel How’s the family - do they farm with family? Wife, mom, passionate agriculturalist, NDSU Bison & rhubarb advocate What do they want to make sure they see before they leave About Bridgette Farm kid extraordinaire…..NDSU grad Both herself and husband are heavily involved in agriculture and have two adult children Graduated as a high school ag teacher….Now active teaching adults about...

May 02, 202448 minEp. 382

Unveiling the Power of Micro-Captive Insurance - The 831(b) Advantage

In this insightful episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we explore the fascinating world of Micro-Captive Insurance with none other than Van Carlson, the esteemed Founder & CEO of SRA. With over twenty-five years of experience in the risk management industry, Van brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table, sharing valuable insights on how small to mid-market businesses can leverage 831(b) Plans to effectively manage their property and casualty risks while enjoying significant tax...

Apr 29, 20241 hrEp. 381

Farm4Fun w/ Farmer Froberg!

In this episode of the Podcast, we sit down with Farmer Froberg, a fifth-generation farmer hailing from Alvin, TX. With a rich history in farming and a passion for educating consumers about modern agricultural practices, Farmer Froberg shares insights into their family farm, Froberg Farms. We delve into Farmer Froberg's background, including his time as an Army veteran and his experience working at a nonprofit farm that trained veterans—a venture that unfortunately lost its grant funding. Now, F...

Apr 25, 20241 hr 3 minEp. 380

From Farmhand to Featuring Agriculture - Clayton Lind's Big Goals

In this episode, we sat down with Clayton Lind, founder of Atlas Media Solutions, who shared his inspiring journey of transitioning from a farmhand to a media entrepreneur dedicated to spreading awareness about agriculture. Clayton's passion for storytelling drove him to scale his business, aiming to reach 100 million people online by 2024 and produce Netflix-level pro-ag documentaries by 2025-2026. Through Atlas Media Solutions, Clayton crafts high-quality digital media to showcase the agricult...

Apr 22, 202456 minEp. 379

F4F - Michelle Martin - AG Mag

Welcome back to another episode of the Farm4Profit podcast! Today, we're joined by the incredible Michelle Martin, a powerhouse in the agricultural industry with a fascinating journey to share. Michelle hails from South Texas, where she and her husband Clayton farm vegetables, raising their son Knox almost on the border with Mexico. Despite her marine degree from A&M, Michelle found her passion in media and reporting, eventually starting her own ag magazines and hosting the popular TV show, ...

Apr 18, 20241 hr 7 minEp. 378

Staying on Top of Today's Ag Economic Dynamics

Fastline: 1:00 Economics Show 10:00 www.johndeere.com www.brandt.ca Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website www.Farm4Profit.com Shareable episode link https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.com Email address Farm4profitllc@gmail.com Phone 515.207.9640 Subscribe to YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5Xqw Follow us on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profit Connect with us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/...

Apr 15, 20241 hr 5 minEp. 377

F4F - Master Pipe Layer - Randy Nessman

Randy Nessman West Central MN Wife and two boys Likes to camp and be on the lake, down hill skiing, snowmobiling, and ice fishing Kids in hockey? – other sports? What do they want to make sure they see before they leave Drain Tile Contractor Other jobs 16/17: worked for agronomy center and then got his CDL Has also done custom harvesting, spraying, fertilizing, and building grain handling equipment Farmer Born and raised on a dairy farm that was run by his parents Family quick dairy farm when he...

Apr 11, 20241 hr 3 minEp. 376

Cultivating Stability: How Sower Legacy Farmland Fund Supports Farmers

www.johndeere.com www.brandt.ca www.agleader.com Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website www.Farm4Profit.com Shareable episode link https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.com Email address Farm4profitllc@gmail.com Phone 515.207.9640 Subscribe to YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5Xqw Follow us on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profit Connect with us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Cult...

Apr 08, 20241 hr 4 minEp. 375

F4F - Kelsey Banks Overcoming Obstacles

www.johndeere.com www.meridianmfg.com www.terraplexag.com www.agleader.com Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website www.Farm4Profit.com Shareable episode link https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.com Email address Farm4profitllc@gmail.com Phone 515.207.9640 Subscribe to YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5Xqw Follow us on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profit Connect with us on Facebook https://www.facebo...

Apr 04, 202446 minEp. 374

Carbon Intensity Scores w/ Mitchell Hora

Guest: Mitchell Hora is a 7th generation Iowa farmer and the Founder/CEO of Continuum Ag. His farm has stressed the importance of no-till since 1978 and has become a hub for innovation in the adoption of diverse cover crops, interseeded covers, relaying cropping, small grains, and other soil health practices. www.johndeere.com www.meridianmfg.com www.terraplexag.com www.agleader.com Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website www.Farm4Profi...

Apr 01, 202448 minEp. 373

F4F - Ag With Emma

Last time we interviewed her 101.1k on tiktok. 16.3k YouTube subs. 95k Instagram. 7.6k facebook. 12.4k twitter Current stats 171.5k 228k 145k 20k 27k www.johndeere.com www.meridianmfg.com www.agleader.com Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website www.Farm4Profit.com Shareable episode link https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.com Email address Farm4profitllc@gmail.com Phone 515.207.9640 Subscribe to YouTube https://www.youtube.com/chann...

Mar 28, 202458 minEp. 372

Fields of Innovation: David Hula & Spring Equipment Releases

1:00 David Hula Interview 21:00 Corteva Nitrogen Minute 22:50 John Deere Product Releases Today, we're diving into the exciting world of agricultural technology with a special focus on the John Deere product releases unveiled at the 2024 Commodity Classic. Join us as we explore the innovative advancements and cutting-edge machinery that are set to revolutionize farming practices across the country. From precision planting solutions to state-of-the-art harvesting equipment, we'll break down the k...

Mar 25, 20241 hr 12 minEp. 371

F4F - Mark Thomas - High Yield Extraordinaire

www.johndeere.com www.meridianmfg.com www.terraplexag.com www.agleader.com Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website www.Farm4Profit.com Shareable episode link https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.com Email address Farm4profitllc@gmail.com Phone 515.207.9640 Subscribe to YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5Xqw Follow us on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profit Connect with us on Facebook https://www.facebo...

Mar 21, 202447 minEp. 370

Growth, Greatness, and Change: How do we get more?

www.johndeere.com www.meridianmfg.com www.agleader.com https://www.corteva.us/products-and-solutions/crop-protection/Nitrogen-Stabilizers.html @sonomacountywinegrowers Growing Boards and Associations Karissa Kruse - President & CEO of Sonoma County Wine Growers 2017 - launched the Sonoma County Center for Ag Sustainability Focused on bringing subject matter experts to Sonoma County Gave a TEDx talk “Drink the Good Stuff” 2014: selected as a North Bay Business Journal Women in Business Award ...

Mar 18, 20241 hr 14 minEp. 369

Farm4Fun Suzannah Underwood - Auctioneer and Voiceover Queen!

Resources and Links www.johndeere.com www.meridianmfg.com www.terraplexag.com Episode Summary A fifth generation California native from an agriculture family, Suzannah Underwood received her BA in Spanish with a music concentration from Emory University in Atlanta, GA. After graduation, she attended the American Academy of Musical Theatre in New York City before moving on to commercials, film, theatre and eventually finding her love in voice overs. Known for her authoritative yet nonthreatening ...

Mar 14, 202449 minEp. 368

Farming into the Future: The TerraClear and GUSS Automation Journey (Rock Picking & Spraying)

RESOURCES & LINKS TerraClear Rock Picking 2:25 -14:30 Guss Automation 15:00- Finale www.terraclear.com www.gussag.com www.johndeere.com www.meridianmfg.com www.terraplexag.com Discover the inception of GUSS Automation, born out of the need to address labor challenges in agriculture. Dave's invention of an autonomous orchard/vineyard sprayer led to a transformation in their business model, eventually catching the attention of industry giant John Deere. Explore the evolution of GUSS Automation...

Mar 11, 20241 hr 5 minEp. 367
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