This episode covers a wide range. We hear about Bobby Lee's trip across the country and into some big cattle areas. Logan shares his bathroom stop routines for when traveling, and they both share their secret weapon to staying regular. We hear an update on the crops after our recent rain and what the corn looks like especially. They finish up by discussing the recent land purchase attempts by China, and talk whether or not some of the main granaries in our area are American owned. If you enjoy t...
Aug 04, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Is getting into hay a profitable business venture, and why do aliens always land in farmers fields? These are some of the very important topics covered in this episode. Lots of ground covered in this one! If you enjoy this episode then please leave us a review and share this episode with your friends! Submit your questions of all calibers at our contact page on our website: https://www.talkdirtpodcast.com/contact Follow us on social media: Bobby Lee: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/search/top...
Jul 28, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 43
We have officially entered a drought. We break down what that means, and what we can most likely expect for the rest of this year. How does this affect the cattle world? Bobby Lee explains the potential to have to sell the stockers early. As far as on the row crop side of things Logan shares about losing a farm to the drought already, and what else he's seeing currently. If you enjoy this episode then please leave us a review and share this episode with your friends! Submit your questions of all...
Jul 21, 2022•56 min•Season 1Ep. 42
This episode we discuss the wild news going on right now around the farmers protesting in the Netherlands. We share why this matters for us here in the states, and what we can most likely expect. Bobby Lee then unleashes a heavy conspiracy theory upon us, and it just might blow your mind. We hope you enjoy this episode! If you enjoy this episode then please leave us a review and share this episode with your friends! Submit your questions of all calibers at our contact page on our website: https:...
Jul 14, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 41
This episode begins way off from agriculture but ultimately ends with ag discussions. Logan shares about unfortunate movie timing on an airplane which leads Bobby Lee to share an unfortunate movie timing for him as well. Let us know whose scenario was worse on our website contact or DM us. It is dry, like dangerously dry here in West Tennessee. They share the struggles along with that, and what they're expecting. If you enjoy this episode then please leave us a review and share this episode with...
Jul 07, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 40
We discuss a variety in this episode. It actually gets pretty political out of the gate. We talk the climate of the country, and the media portrayal. Then we roll into the main meat of the show. It never fails there's always something in the world of Agriculture that can stop you in your tracks. Bobby Lee shares his recent experience that ruined his lunch plans. Logan tries to come to the rescue and also shares similar stories to Bobby Lee's. If you enjoy this episode then please leave us a revi...
Jun 30, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 39
We're BACK! We explain the brief hiatus, and are a glad to be back in action. Lots to dive into this episode. It is bone dry here in West TN and there doesn't seem to be an end in sight. We talk about the effects of the heat and drought, as well as the difference of planting green vs burned down. Then we get into the grand conspiracy that is the cattle that died due to the heat wave. We explain the unfortunate side that it has turned political. If you enjoy this episode then please leave us a re...
Jun 23, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Logan and Bobby Lee once again discuss the setbacks due to weather and breakdowns. Logan shares about his close call working on his sprayer, and how much he lacks. Bobby Lee then gives us a look into the profitability of artificial insemination versus a breeder bull. They discuss the joy of working at night and alone. Lots covered in this one. If you enjoy this episode then please leave us a review and share this episode with your friends! Submit your questions of all calibers at our contact pag...
Jun 09, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Join Logan and Bobby Lee this week as they discuss the highs and lows of farming. If it isn't Mother Nature, then its breakdowns. The saying "it's always something" is absolutely fitting of agriculture. If you enjoy this episode then please leave us a review and share this episode with your friends! Submit your questions of all calibers at our contact page on our website: https://www.talkdirtpodcast.com/contact Follow us on social media: Bobby Lee: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q...
Jun 02, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Lot of ground covered in this one. We answer a listener question about various cattle breeds, and using certain metrics to decide on the route to go. We are again rainy out here, and behind on crop planting. We share some of the difficulties we have faced in that area, and the frustrations with it. Lastly, we cover a wild story out of New Mexico, and Maine. It's a sad story that resulted in the euthanizing of an entire herd of cattle, and the ultimate end of a diary cattle operation. If you enjo...
May 26, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 35
This episode is really a smorgasbord of sorts. We talk about the supply chain getting worse and worse, and what we think might could turn it around. A little bit of the costs involved today with farming, blocking idiots online, how farmers set their own schedule, and we talk about the crazy fires in New Mexico. We hope y'all enjoy this episode. If you enjoy this episode then please leave us a review and share this episode with your friends! Submit your questions of all calibers at our contact pa...
May 19, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 34
This episode we discuss a few interesting topics. First, Logan shares a wild nearly very bad fiasco he had happen, and Bobby Lee relives a similar situation he had. They then dive right in to the topic at hand. Sustainability of manure, and natural fertilizers. They talk about the only way we can try and truly get back to the roots of agriculture that people crave to see. Lots of good discussion in this episode, and we hope that you enjoy it! If you enjoy this episode then please leave us a revi...
May 12, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 33
We're joined this episode by a friend from way back! Aaron Wenger used to live in Tennessee but eventually found his way back to Iowa and now farms full-time. Hear him share his story of running nearly 5,000 hogs, and how they use that in their row crop operation. We had a blast chatting with him, and hope you enjoy hearing a little inside discussion on farming in another state. If you enjoy this episode then please leave us a review and share this episode with your friends! Submit your question...
May 05, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Who gets up earlier, row crop farmers or livestock farmers? Whats the reason for getting up so early? Also what kind of major lifestyle shifts come with being a farmer? We discuss the difficulties of traveling, and the anxieties that come along with it. Why do some farmers never want to leave their dirt? Lots of great discussion in this episode and we hope you enjoy it. If you enjoy this episode then please leave us a review and share this episode with your friends! Submit your questions of all ...
Apr 28, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Rain rain and more rain. We discuss the challenging weather we are facing here in our area. Planting is behind overall and not just because of the rain but also the temperature. We both share why we're a little extra tired this episode. Then we go into a listener question about grazing cover crops. That leads into a pretty good discussion about cover crops in general. If you enjoy this episode then please leave us a review and share this episode with your friends! Submit your questions of all ca...
Apr 21, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 30
We explore a multitude of current events in the farming arena in this episode along with sharing that farmers may be even dirtier than people think. Are we going to see a shortage of turkey at the stores? Hows the cattle bill going? These are just a couple of the topics we discuss before ultimately settling in on regenerative ag practices. We talk about the film "Biggest Little Farm" and how they turned a very damaged farm into a thriving eco-system. Is this the future of agriculture? Listen in ...
Apr 14, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Should you buy steers or bulls? Whats the advantage either way? We explore this listener question today, and share the different reasons for each. We also ask the question is college worth it for someone who wants to be a farmer? Logan and Bobby Lee each give their perspective on it, and the pros and cons of each route. Does a degree help you acquire land? Is there good farm information out there without going to college? All this and more explored in today's episode. If you enjoy it please leav...
Apr 07, 2022•52 min•Season 1Ep. 28
This episode we explore a few various topics as typical before we settle in on the power of niche markets. We share how you can make a good living on very few acres if you pursue some of the more speciality crops, and types of cattle. This is the golden age for niche markets in our opinion, and we encourage you to consider this idea. Join us in the episode as we share our thoughts on the matter. Please leave us a rating/review if you enjoy this and share it with your friends! https://www.talkdir...
Mar 31, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 27
We explore a few different topics this episode but end up settling into discussing the challenge of progress with towns vs farmland. We share some pretty staggering numbers on the amount of farmland lost over the years, the increase of population in our hometown, and more of the struggles in that realm. We quote the John Dutton on our thoughts of progress. Is it really progress?? Our libertarian side also comes out in this episode. If you enjoyed this episode we ask that you please leave us a ra...
Mar 24, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 26
We cover the widespread topic that is solar panel farms today and why we just aren't too sure about them. We discuss their impact on farming, and ask are they really good for the environment?? Before we get into all that we discuss some time change, and a good bit of politics on this one. We really hope you enjoy this one and as always we ask that you send us topics you'd love for us to discuss. Please leave us a rating/review Talkdirtpodcast.com
Mar 17, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Would you have ever thought that a dictator attacking another country would have drastically affected prices for farmers and ranchers all the way back home in Tennessee? Well it definitely does. We discuss the insane volatility of the commodity markets these days and how it is going to affect everyone regardless of if they're a farmer or not. The better question is will it ever go back to normal? Hear us share our thoughts on that in today's episode. Please leave us a rating/review, and share it...
Mar 10, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 24
We begin this one talking about some of the adrenaline rush of farm auctions, and missed opportunities. We also share how we may have possibly jinxed our weather last week. Next we cover a listener topic about leasing a bull vs buying a bull. Along with buying bred heifers, bred cows, etc. We go down multiple avenues with this one, and the financial expectations with all. Lastly we finish up talking about cowboy hats. We hope you enjoyed the show, and ask that you please leave us a rating/review...
Mar 03, 2022•58 min•Season 1Ep. 23
We kick this one off with some rodeo talk from raising bucking bulls to getting kids involved in the rodeo. Next we follow up about the previous episodes topics which came to a conclusion finally. Then we answer a listener question. We greatly appreciate y'all's questions and ask that you continue to send em to us! Please share this episode with your friends! Visit our website: https://www.talkdirtpodcast.com/ Follow us on social media: Bobby Lee: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=...
Feb 24, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 22
We explore several current events going on in the agriculture world in this one. We actually open with a listener question which we love to get! Next we go into two major news stories revolving around at the moment. I don't want to give away anything so you just have to tune in to hear it. Drug Cartels, helicopters, and high speed wranglers are all involved in this episode. Please leave us a rating/review, and share this episode! Submit your questions at: Talkdirtpodcast.com...
Feb 17, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 21
We begin by updating everyone on the latest with the Cattleman's bill that we've been discussing, and how the NCBA essentially failed us. Next we jump into two listener questions we had. First being, supplementing cattle when feeding marginal to lower quality hay. We discuss some of the different feeding regimens there, and will most likely really explore this in a later episode. Secondly, we dive into some basic pasture management. How do you control the thorn trees, what kind of sprayer to use...
Feb 10, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 20
We prepare for the incoming ice storm about to hit our area and talk about how we feel bad for the cows. We discuss more on the latest news with the bill going around to help in the fight against the monopoly meat packers. Why we essentially got betrayed by one group, and why another might vote for it but only to save face. Then we had a listener question that we both explore. We really appreciate all questions, and ask that you submit any you have for us! You can go on the website under the con...
Feb 03, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 19
We welcome our first guest to the podcast. Our good friend Lee Dixon joins us to discuss his whitetail consulting business. It very much links in with his past as a farmer and learning how to manage the land. He shares his history of soil science, growing big bucks, and his strategies for killing mature bucks. He shares some great tidbits of wisdom on how he goes about killing these bucks, the benefits of timbering the property and so forth. Give them a call and schedule your consult with Lee to...
Jan 27, 2022•57 min
We discuss our goals for 2022 but not new years resolutions. We also cover multiple current topics in the agriculture world. The push for more diversity in Ag, sweet potato, Agricultural monopolies, fixing fences, and much more. Thank you for tuning in and please leave us a rating/review! Send us a topic you'd like to hear us discuss. www.TalkDirtPodcast.com
Jan 20, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 17
We begin this episode discussing the market reports and the effect they have on the prices. We then started talking the advances in yields throughout the years, and ultimately find ourselves discussing a lot of nutrition. We fully dissect the vegan style of eating, and why we really are built to eat meat and veggies. We discuss the different stomachs of other animals, and also the way eating advanced us as a mankind. This is all from the lens and perspective of two farmers. Hope you enjoy it and...
Jan 13, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 16
We explore quite a bit in this episode. We answer a couple listener questions, address some issues we want to take head on, talk about when it becomes necessary to rattle the cages, and a whole lot more! Please leave us a rating/review if you enjoyed this episode. Also share it with your friends! Send us any questions you have on our Instagram pages or our website. IG: Logan- @lo.hanks Bobby Lee- @hurricanecreekfarm www.Talkdirtpodcast.com...
Jan 06, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 15
