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The TopSoil Podcast

Mitchell Horaglobalagnetwork.com

TopSoil Podcast digs into the hottest topics in agriculture including carbon intensity, soil health & precision ag. CEO Mitchell Hora & other Continuum Ag Representatives sit down with industry leaders to provide an opportunity for you to educate yourself on the latest and greatest in agriculture… and we want you to be along for the journey! 

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Episodes

Carbon Intensity - Topping Out CI Models with TopSoil (Part 3 of 5)

Carbon Intensity(CI) is a HOT topic and we are excited for you to follow along with our webinar series! Learn about what carbon intensity means in a nutshell! The Process: Complete your TopSoil Profile ➡️ Unlock your Carbon Intensity (CI) Score ➡️ Subscribe to the Regen Roadmap ➡️ IMPLEMENT!!! Get the full scope with other videos we have listed: • Carbon Intensity ... More webinars COMING: https://continuum.ag/events/topsoil-w.. . Get started: https://topsoil.ag/Account/Login Learn More: https:/...

May 04, 20231 hrSeason 6Ep. 3

Carbon Intensity - Intelligently Navigating Changes in the Carbon Space (Part 2 of 5)

Carbon Intensity(CI) is a HOT topic and we are excited for you to follow along with our webinar series! Learn about what carbon intensity means in a nutshell. The Process: Complete your TopSoil Profile ➡️ Unlock your Carbon Intensity (CI) Score ➡️ Subscribe to the Regen Roadmap ➡️ IMPLEMENT!!! Get the full scope with other videos we have listed: • Carbon Intensity ... More webinars COMING: https://continuum.ag/events/topsoil-w.. . Get started: https://topsoil.ag/Account/Login Learn More: https:/...

Apr 25, 20231 hr 5 minSeason 6Ep. 1

Carbon Intensity - What the heck is Carbon Intensity? (Part 1 of 5)

Excited is an understatement for how we feel about what's happening... Learn about what carbon intensity means in a nutshell. The Process: Complete your TopSoil Profile ➡️ Unlock your Carbon Intensity (CI) Score ➡️ Subscribe to the Regen Roadmap ➡️ IMPLEMENT!!! Get the full scope with other videos we have listed: • Carbon Intensity ... More webinars COMING: https://continuum.ag/events/topsoil-w... Get started: https://topsoil.ag/Account/Login Learn More: https://continuum.ag/ Watch the video: ht...

Apr 20, 20231 hr 6 minSeason 6Ep. 1

Mitchell & Ellie Ellis

On this episode of the TopSoil Podcast, Mitchell sits down with Ellie Ellis, a PhD Candidate in the fellowship program at the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research at Colorado State University. Together, they discussed carbon measurement, soil health data, and opportunities for carbon models and carbon intensity metrics. To learn more about Ellie's research, email info@continuum.ag. Mitchell Hora Continuum Ag | Founder & CEO Website Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Ellie Ellis Foundation f...

Dec 02, 202255 minSeason 5Ep. 4

Mitchell & Dave Stamp

In this episode of the TopSoil Podcast, Continuum Ag founder, Mitchell Hora, sits down with his mentor Dave Stamp. Dave helped Mitchell early on in the beginning stages of the development of Continuum Ag, and helping him to find the right path to success. Tune in for the reunion and to find out more on how Continuum Ag came to be. Mitchell Hora Continuum Ag | Founder & CEO Website Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Dave Stamp Wilbur Ellis Business Development Central USA LinkedIn...

Nov 18, 202226 minSeason 5Ep. 3

Tackling Stubbornness on the Family Farm - with Stubborn.Farm

In this episode of the TopSoil Podcast, host Mitchell Hora is joined by guest Andy "Caygeon" Junkin, the founder of Stubborn.Farm, where they discuss handling multi-generational family farms to reach your goals and success. Andy shares some personal stories from when he was dealing with narcissism and stubbornness on his family farm, how he delt with these issues at the time, and how he came about helping other family farms deal with the stress of these issues and more today. Tune in to hear som...

Oct 17, 20221 hr 23 minSeason 5Ep. 2

David Montgomery and Anne Bikle

On this week's episode of the TopSoil Podcast, host Mitchell sits down with authors David Montgomery and Anne Biklé, a husband and wife writing duo. David is a broad-minded geologist and Anne is a free-range biologist with a bad case of plant lust. The pair have written several books both together and separate, including The Hidden Half of Nature , What Your Food Ate , Growing A Revolution , and Dirt. The couple started Dig2Grow because "that's what happens when you write, talk, and act on thing...

Jul 12, 20221 hr 1 minSeason 5Ep. 1

The Field Day Series 2022 (Session 2-4)

On this episode of the TopSoil Podcast, Mitchell sit's down to continue answering questions that were submitted during our June field day. This episode will be focused on session 2 - Diversifying Your Operation, session 3 - Data Driven Decisions, and session 4 - Regen Ag for Starters. Panelist from our in person event are as follows. Session 2: Russell Hedrick, Johnny Hunter, and Michael Vittetoe, with Liz Haney moderating. Session 3: Rick Haney, Lance Gunderson, Rob Stout, with Mitchell Hora mo...

Jun 28, 202249 minSeason 4Ep. 3

The Field Day Series 2022 : Managing Fertility with Soil Health (session 1)

On this episode of the TopSoil Podcast, Mitchell sit's down to continue answering questions that were submitted during our June field day. This episode will be focused on session 1, Managing Fertility with Soil Health. Panelist from our in person event include Rick Clark, Kyle Schnell, and Loran Steinlage, with Brian Hora moderating. Mitchell Hora Continuum Ag | Founder & CEO Website Twitter Linkedin...

Jun 21, 202231 minSeason 4Ep. 2

The Field Day Series 2022 : LIVE From Field Day

In this episode of the TopSoil Podcast, Mitchell shares our live recording from The 2022 Continuum Ag Field Day that was held last week, with guest hosts Jeremiah Durbin and Christie Apple. Jeremiah and Christie sit down with all of our session speakers to ask the speakers questions about themselves, their operation, and what they will be or have already discussed during their session. You won't want to miss out! Mitchell Hora Continuum Ag | Founder & CEO Website Twitter Guest Hosts: Jeremia...

Jun 14, 20221 hr 11 minSeason 4Ep. 1

Mitchell and Edwin Suarez

On today's episode of the TopSoil Podcast, host Mitchell sits down with guest Edwin Suarez. Edwin is the Senior Agronomist at Koch Agronomic Services, LLC, and joins Mitchell to discuss his background in ag, options for sustainable ag practices, and what Koch Agronomic is focusing on in the world of soil health. Mitchell Hora Continuum Ag | Founder & CEO Website Twitter LinkedIn Field Day Edwin Suarez Koch Agronomic Services | Senior Agronomist Website LinkedIn...

May 24, 202224 minSeason 3Ep. 18

Mitchell and Emily Hora

On this episode of the TopSoil Podcast, Mitchell sits down with his Head of Marketing, and younger sister, Emily Hora. Emily is the founder & CEO of Wildflower Creative Branding, an agricultural based marketing contractor in Southeast, Iowa. Continuum Ag is gearing up for their June field day, and Mitchell and Emily talk all the details, including announcing all of the speakers that will be joining us. The field day will touch on topics including managing fertility with soil health, diversif...

May 10, 202247 minSeason 3Ep. 17

Mitchell and Trey Forsyth

In this episode of the TopSoil Podcast, Mitchell chats with his good buddy Trey Forsyth, who is the Director of Government Affairs at Michael Torrey Associates. Trey has experience with what's now known as Truterra within their sustainability programs, which led him to D.C. representing Land O' Lakes, and has since gained experience with ag trade work. Today, he is working with a government boutique to help companies and organizations with their D.C. strategy to connect with the food and ag supp...

May 03, 202246 minSeason 3Ep. 16

Mitchell and Adam Rodenberg

In this episode of the TopSoil Podcast, Mitchell sits down with Adam Rodenberg from U.S. Bank. Adam recently joined the company after holding various roles in the ag industry, and he joins us today to catch up and talk sustainability. Mitchell Hora Continuum Ag | Founder & CEO Website | Continuum.ag Facebook | Continuum Ag LinkedIn | Continuum Ag Twitter | Mitchell Hora Adam Rodenberg U.S. Bank | Ag Relationship Manager Phone: (319) 321-8340 Email | adam.rodenberg@usbank.com Website | usbank...

Apr 26, 20221 hr 1 minSeason 3Ep. 15

Where it started | Brian Hora

On today's episode of the TopSoil Podcast, we have a new voice leading the way. Guest Brian Hora, the father of founder & CEO Mitchell Hora, talks about when he started farming, how he started regenerative practices on the family operation, and what he has learned along the way. Brian Hora Continuum Ag - Farmer Lead Website Facebook Twitter LinkedIn...

Apr 19, 202224 minSeason 3Ep. 14

TopSoil Tuesday with Lance Gunderson

In today's episode of the TopSoil podcast, we wanted to share with you our TopSoil Tuesday webinar's, with guest Lance Gunderson. Lance is the co-founder and president of Regen Ag Lab, and joins us to talk about the benefits his lab brings the agricultural community along with their focus on soil health and regenerative agriculture. He also answers some questions about the Haney soil health test and soil sampling. We host our TopSoil Tuesday webinar twice a month to hear from a guest about their...

Apr 12, 20221 hr 6 minSeason 3Ep. 13

Mitchell and Campbell de Wet

In this episode of the TopSoil Podcast, Mitchell sits down with our very own Campbell de Wet to properly introduce him to the community. Campbell grew up in the mountains of South Africa on a farm with goats, sheep, and cattle. He has joined us at Continuum Ag to learn more about regenerative agriculture practices and share with others the benefits. Tune in as they talk about what he has learned so far and what he is excited to experience yet.

Apr 05, 202231 minSeason 3Ep. 12

Continuum Ag Enterprise with Brad McDonald

In this weeks episode of the TopSoil Podcast, we share with you our enterprise webinar with guest Brad McDonald, hosted by Continuum Ag. Learn how we helped farmer brad make $81/acre when adopting regen ag practices. We discuss how Brad approached regen systems, why he chose to work in the carbon program, and why he went with Continuum Ag. Mitchell Hora Continuum Ag Website Facebook Twitter...

Mar 29, 202238 minSeason 3Ep. 11

Mitchell and Spencer Stensrude

In this episode of the TopSoil Podcast, host Mitchell sits down with Spencer Stensrude, CEO of Ag Ventures Alliance. Among the topics of todays talk include sustainable agriculture, family farms, and ag tech. How is ag tech going to play a role today and in the future? Listen now. Mitchell Hora Continuum Ag Website Facebook Twitter Spencer Stensrude Ag Ventures Alliance Webiste Facebook LinkedIn...

Mar 21, 202247 minSeason 3Ep. 10

Mitchell and Jeremiah Durbin

In this weeks episode of the TopSoil Podcast, host Mitchell Hora sits down with guest Jeremiah Durbin, owner of Sustainable Legacy Consulting. Mitchell and Jeremiah are going to discuss topics such as the four legged stool of soil health and Jeremiah's own operation. Mitchell Hora Continuum Ag Website Facebook Twitter Jeremiah Durbin SLC Facebook Instagram...

Mar 15, 202239 minSeason 3Ep. 9

Mitchell and Karen Fang, Bank of America

In this episode of the TopSoil Podcast, Mitchell Hora sits down with Karen Fang, the Global Head of Sustainable Finance at Bank of America (BofA). BofA has pledged to reach net zero emissions before 2050 and announced a target to mobilize and deploy $1.5 trillion sustainable finance capital by 2030. BofA is engaging with their clients across all industry sectors to assist them in their decarbonization journey. Tune in as Karen shares thoughts on the bank’s work on this front with their global cl...

Mar 08, 202225 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Mitchell and Ryan Sirolli

In the latest episode of the TopSoil Podcast, Mitchell Hora sits down with Cargill's Ryan Sirolli. Ryan is on Cargill's sustainability team and leads their efforts for row crop sustainability, and is helping Cargill to work towards a process to help farmers implement more sustainable ag systems. Tune in as they discuss how Cargill and groups similar to them are approaching sustainability and farming on their own family operations. Mitchell Hora Continuum Ag Website Facebook Twitter Ryan Sirolli ...

Mar 01, 202236 minSeason 3Ep. 7

Mitchell Hora and Dr. Liz Haney

On this episode of the TopSoil Podcast, Mitchell sits down with Dr. Liz Haney, co-owner of Soil Regen, Heritage Ground, and Regen Mills. Listen in as they talk about how they got to where they are in regenerative ag, research and processes they have discovered, and what to focus on in order to help and develop soil health practices. Mitchell Hora Continuum Ag Website Facebook Twitter Dr. Liz Haney Soil Regen Website Facebook Regen Mills Facebook Heritage Ground Facebook Soil Regen LinkedIn Dr. L...

Feb 22, 202255 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Mitchell Hora and Cristian Barcan

In this episode of the TopSoil Podcast, Mitchell sits down with Cristian Barcan, the Vice President of Sustainability North America at Rabo AgriFinance, to discuss sustainability, carbon sequestration and markets, and more. Mitchell Hora Continuum Ag Website Facebook Twitter Cristian Barcan Rabo AgriFinance LinkedIn...

Feb 15, 202241 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Mitchell and Rick Clark

Mitchell Hora sits down with Rick Clark to talk about building soil health and the importance of implementing regenerative ag practices. Rick is a 7,000 acre regenerative organic farmer and the recent Innovative Farmer of the Year award recipient from No-Till Farmer. Mitchell Hora Continuum Ag Website Facebook Twitter Rick Clark Facebook Webinar...

Feb 08, 202254 minSeason 3Ep. 4

Mitchell and Trent Catch Up

Mitchell Hora and Trent Stout are back in the studio to catch up and discuss what they have been doing these past few years. Mitchell Hora Continuum Ag Website Facebook Twitter Trent Stout Stout Seed Website Twitter

Feb 01, 202255 minSeason 3Ep. 3

No-Till on the Plains (Part 2 of 2)

Trent Stout is coming at you in this TopSoil episode with his own thoughts on the No-Till on the Plains Conference, and why this whole "no-till" thing is so important.

Feb 05, 201934 minSeason 3Ep. 2

No-Till on the Plains Conference Recap

In episode 1, we present you with our first couple of guests for Season 2! Mitchell is joined with two Washington County, Iowa farmers (once again): Michael Cavin and Michael Vittetoe. The three are venturing back from Wichita, Kansas where they attended the "No-Till on the Plains" conference. They are giving you their feedback on the event, as well as their overall take aways!

Feb 01, 201922 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Getting Ahead of the Game

Mitchell comes at you in episode 11. He is finishing up the discussion on 60 inch corn, as well as quantifying sustainability, reducing our carbon footprint and looking toward your end goal. If you aren't starting now, then you're going to get left behind!

Jan 29, 201911 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Adapting to Change

Trent continues with the topic of 60 inch corn. He discusses how, like most things, it is a learning process and there will be hiccups, but we must focus on the end goal of profitability.

Jan 24, 201912 minSeason 2Ep. 10
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