TRUTalk

FACT or FICTION but AG Addition! Tune in to the latest episode of TRUTALK, where we tackle some of agriculture's most debated topics. Join hosts Josh Howard and Jackson Lyons, along with special guest Marty Park, as they challenge common beliefs, share perspectives, and separate fact from fiction across a variety of ag-related discussions

Think a parts department just sells parts? Think again. Bluffton Parts Manager Erikk Schoeff joins us to reveal everything happening behind the counter—from inventory and daily operations to the full range of services TRULAND’s parts team brings to the table.

This week on TRUTALK, our hosts sit down with new team member Austin Conrad to talk early planting season hot topics. They talk through weather, field conditions, boundaries, technology, and the challenges and considerations that come with getting the season underway.

After 18 months of renovations, our Napoleon location is entering a new chapter. In this episode, our hosts sit down with team members from the Napoleon store to hear their perspectives on the updates, the rich history of the location, and what makes it so special. Throughout the conversation, one thing is clear—Napoleon isn’t just a store, it’s a legacy.

From bins and dryers to full-scale grain systems, Bluffton is the heart of TRULAND’s grain handling operation. Luke Rinkenberger dives into the division’s history, advancing technology, his team, and how they deliver custom grain handling solutions across the area.

This week on TRUTALK, we sit down with a team from Meyer Building, a company that has been shaping the construction industry for years. Meyer shares how the industry has changed over the years and what quality building really means today. They walk us through the story behind projects like TRULAND’s Bluffton renovation, talk about the customers they serve, and give an inside look at what goes into...

This week on TRUTALK, the team recaps this past winter and how it set the stage for the season ahead. They also break down the forecast for a slower spring and what that could mean for planting windows, weather patterns, disease pressure, and key agronomy decisions going into 2026

As we gear up for the spring season, we’re kicking off our first Technology Roundtable of 2026. Josh and Jackson sit down with Tyler Thomas and Ryan Maxwell to talk through the latest in ag tech—what they’re seeing, what’s helping customers, and why tools like the Operations Center continue to be essential. From AutoPath and Boundaries to Rate Controllers, subscriptions, receivers, and more, the t...

Bruce Kennedy joins Josh, Jackson, and guest host Andy to reflect on a lifetime spent shaping the company into what it is today. From the early Kennedy‑Kuhn days to his role in guiding the business through mergers, growth, and industry changes, Bruce offers a rare and invaluable perspective on more than five decades of evolution.

TRUTALK goes live from the 2026 Fort Wayne Farm Show! Hosts Josh and Jackson kick things off with Regional Sales Manager Brian Spangler to dive into our history with the show, our booth, and what we brought this year. They’re also joined by Customer Account Manager Dalton Yenser, Tradexpos Show Director Dan Slowinski, and customer Russell Anderson for a full look at the people, planning, and passi...

New year, new host, and a renewed focus on cultivating TRU conversations! TRUTALK is back with exciting plans for 2026—more topics, more stories, and more ways to connect. Don’t miss what’s ahead!

Josh Howard, Lead Agronomist and Customer Success Coordinator, walks us through his latest and last scouting report for the 2025 growing season. Hot topics for the year come full circle and we make our final (educated) guesses on the season's status. When will harvest begin? What is with all the ears dropping? Why take 30 seconds to set up documentation? What's the word on nutrient managem...

We talk a lot about new technology on the podcast and you may have caught yourself thinking "that doesn't apply to me" a time or two. Brenton Peters is here today to let you in on the things he's learned along the way while retrofitting his aged equipment with the latest and greatest technology. From his G5 to AutoPath, Turn Automation to SF-RTK, and everything between, he is a w...

August has arrived and thus our agronomic thoughts transition to pollination, kernel development, and pod fill. While the fungicide conversation is typically past its prime this time of the year, this year is no exception to the rule that no two years of farming are ever the same. The all new tassel wrap topic, late season disease introduction, a bit of insects, and more of Josh and Jordan just ch...

If you have ever wondered if you really need to update your software, then this episode is for you. While some software might fix the bugs, our favorites unlock the latest and greatest features to our customers. From the classic "pinch to zoom" to much awaited AutoTrac Turn Automation with header control and everything in-between - tune in to hear more about all that comes with the lates...

Some crops across the territory are tracking with the age old saying, but some are proving to be much further along. With flag ears popping across the countryside and first flowers beginning to appear, we shift our focus to timely rains, incoming pests, and, of course, fungicide thoughts.

Jim Mangas with Revolutionary Safety brings a new spin to the age-old safety conversation. After anhydrous training with TRULAND, Jim joins Josh and Jordan to discuss all the other safety hot topics that come with the (farm) territory. This one is well worth a listen! For more information about Revolutionary Safety, Find them at their website or on TikTok , Instagram , and Facebook .

Josh Howard, TRU LAND Agronomist, takes a break from walking fields to walk us through the 2025 growing season thus far. Josh discusses chemical challenges, cold weather, fungicide, and a bit of wheat in the latest edition of CropTalk. Join in and drop your lingering questions below or to our email, TruTalkPodcast@trulandequip.com!

Tim Miller joins the TRU TALK team to talk all about his specialty - SPRAYERS! His knowledge base is vast but in this latest episode we break down the benefits of ExactApply technology, John Deere's nozzle offerings, and of course the exciting potential with See & Spray.

Ground conditions, ground contact, ground rules. Our agronomy chats are back for the season, and this is a big one! Join the great downforce debate (well, more of a conversation) as TRU LAND Agronomist Josh Howard breaks down the residual impacts of incorrect planter settings and what we should be looking for when setting our planters.

Are setup files no longer fitting your documentation needs? Do you hvae lingering questions about AutoPath before we start Plant 25? Would you like your tillage operator to run AutoPath Boundaries? Tune in to hear more about all the easy-to-adopt tech offerings before we kick off planting!

Don't miss the debut of the TRU LAND Operational Training Library! Join us as we discuss the newest TRU LAND venture, our very own web video series. Content tailored to your planter and your needs in the palm of your hand...does it get better than that? Press play on the latest TRU TALK episode to learn more!

Brian and Mason Salomon of Salomon Farms joins the TRUTALK Team to discuss the newest addition to their organization - an autonomous tractor. Have they always gravitated towards technology? What have they been doing to prepare? What decisions played a role in this new venture? Answers to the most popular questions surrounding autonomy answered by the people that have taken the leap. Tune in and dr...

When your tractors down, and you're in the field, who you gonna call? Call center! Join Jolynn Nissen, CST Coordinator, and the TRU TALK hosts as we discuss ExpertConnect and our 24/7 customer call center that extends to Integrated Solutions, Parts, Service, and more. Tune in for some great info, fun surprises, and most importantly the customer support phone number! TRU LAND call support: 260-...

TikTok star and John Deere's Chief Tractor Kid (CTK) Jackson (@JustAJacksonThing) joins us to talk about...wait for it...tractors, among other things. We discuss what tractors and lawn mowers he has around his farm, his future plans, and you may even leave with a few new nuggets of information about tractors.