After Hours Ag

In this episode of the After Hours Ag Podcast, we're joined by Dr. William Aderholdt, Executive Director and co-founder of Grand Farm, to discuss how the organization is bringing together farmers, startups, researchers, manufacturers, and government agencies to solve agriculture's biggest challenges.

Join us in the field with Gage Swenson of Swenson Farms as we put a new Pillar cart and drill to work behind his tractor and discuss the realities of farming today. Gage shares the history of his family's operation and the generations that have worked the same land before him. Along the way, we dive into the challenges modern farmers face, including rising input costs, volatile commodity prices, a...

We sit down with Ag with Emma, one of the most recognizable voices in ag social media, to talk about how she went from a minimal ag background to becoming a trusted educator and creator with a massive online following. She breaks down how seed production, FFA, and extension work helped shape her, and how a simple classroom moment ("Is soil the same as fertilizer?") sparked her mission to teach agr...

We sat down with Minnesota State Senator Rob Kupec—a longtime TV meteorologist turned lawmaker representing the Moorhead, MN area—for a wide-ranging conversation on how government and agriculture intersect in Greater Minnesota. ---- Please leave us a 5-Star review to help us grow the show! Questions or feedback?  AfterHoursAgPodcast@gmail.com Watch our Episodes & Clips on YouTube:  https://www.you...

We talk to Scott Galliart, a collectibles maker from Huxley, Iowa, who created a 1/64th scale version of the Big Bud after seeing it on the Welker Farms YouTube channel. Scott has made over 800 collectables using CAD and 3D printing and has owned more than 35,000 Matchbox collectibles. Scott's products are available at: https://daltonsfarmtoys.com/?s=se-&product_cat=0&post_type=product And here's...

We welcome on Kevin Gillespie from K-Hart Industries to walk us through the K-Hart Spyder Drill parked at the Red E booth at Big Iron! We cover frame sizes, spacings, horsepower needs, the double-disc Gent undercut opener, walking leg, Service Mode, steerable hitch/skew control, maintenance, cart compatibility, and how to try Gent openers. If you run heavy residue and true no-till—or just want a h...

What do a $1,000 anvil, a Facebook ramp, and a tragic fire have in common? They all shaped Steve Ystebo's path. From running a family ag equipment business to leading a nonprofit that changes lives through transportation, Steve was dedicated to being a servant for God. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Don't forget to leave a Like👍and Subscribe🤝 for more pod...

On this episode of After Hours Ag, Matt rides along with his guest, John, while seeding in his tractor. John shares stories of his family's farm and the legacy it holds. This is a deep and heartfelt conversation ranging from passing the farm down to the next generation to evolving equipment. Don't forget to leave a Like👍and Subscribe🤝 for more podcasts and ag videos! We would love to hear your q...

Matt jumps in the tractor with the one and only Bob Welker during seeding season at Welker Farms in Montana! They talk about how the farm started, about how they got into YouTube, and where he thinks farming will go in the future! This one was special! Enjoy! Make sure to leave us a 5-Star review, which helps us grow and reach more people  We would also love to hear your questions and feedback - ...

Matt is joined by Kalen Manthei. Kalen talks about his history in farming and many of the important decisions he has made along the way. Enjoy! Make sure to leave us a 5-Star review, which helps us grow and reach more people  We would also love to hear your questions and feedback -  AfterHoursAgPodcast@gmail.com -----------------------------------------------  After Hours Ag is a show designed to...

This episode of After Hours Ag is accompanied by AG Mafia, ran by Bridgette Readel, Jason Hanson, and Klye Okke. Their goal is to bring the farming community closer together by hosting events. One of their major events is called 'Agronomy on Ice' where anyone can join a tailgating atmosphere on a frozen lake. Enjoy the great conversation! Don't forget to leave a Like👍and Subscribe🤝 for more podc...

Matt is joined by Riley Slivka, the owner and director of Agristudios! They discuss their interest in creating YouTube videos and the work that goes into them. Riley talks about some of the behind-the-scenes of his most popular videos like his work with Big Bud Tractors and also his Sugar Beet Mafia Series! Enjoy! Make sure to leave us a 5-Star review, which helps us grow and reach more people  We...

Matt is joined by Crew, Jack, & Kingston of the Great Falls, Montana area! They discuss their interest in farming at a young age, their interests, and how faith plays a part in their lives. Enjoy! Make sure to leave us a 5-Star review, which helps us grow and reach more people  We would also love to hear your questions and feedback -  AfterHoursAgPodcast@gmail.com ---------------------------------...

Ryan & Phil Pfeifle are farmers in Power, Montana. The climate and soils in Montana help grow some of the highest quality barley in the world. The Pfeifle's do business with some of the most successful brewing companies in the world! They want to explore the limits of flavor in craft beer and spirits by growing unique local grains and turning them into unique local malt! They are joined by their A...

Adam, Madison, & Reed take you back to listen to some of the most thought provoking and fun moments from the podcast this year! We are happy so many of you support us each week! It's because of you we can continue sharing awesome stories from farmers around the US. We want to wish you Happy Holiday's wherever you're listening from. We have a lot planned for the upcoming year so make sure you stay...

Today we have the Johnson clan on from Ada, Minnesota! Adam is old friends with Lynn, Chuck, and Paul so they go into many expereinces on the farm they've had together. We also touch on many issues facing farmers today. The price of land has skyorocketing, low commodity prices, and high input costs. We also get to dive into the history of how far back the Johnson homestead goes back! Enjoy! We wou...

We're talking about everything dairy today! Adam shares about his childhood growing up on a dairy farm! How it works from the cow to the grocery store. We welcome on a new voice as well, Reed is a new employee at Red E and comes to us from PETA. We talk about the relationship Dairy farms has with PETA and how people react to certain things on social media. We would love to hear your questions and...

Today we're joined by Legendary Broadcaster & Meteorologist Mick Kjar! You probably know Mick best from his time at Valley News Live from 1988-2015 serving the local community as a Farm Broadcaster and Meteworologist.  we talk about Mick's most memorable farm stories, growing up, and what the heck "corn sweat" means.  We would love to hear your questions and feedback - AfterHoursAgPodcast@gmail.co...

Today we're joined by David Presler from Gackle, ND! We touch on many topics including: How he ended up taking over the family farm, how social media plays a role in ag, and we ignite an old high school rivalry between David & Adam! We would love to hear your questions and feedback - AfterHoursAgPodcast@gmail.com Make sure to leave a 5-Star Review wherever you're listening so we can continue shari...

We welcome Jeremiah & August Heupel to the show! They work a cow calf operation around Medina, ND while also farming the small grains as well. We talk about a variety of topics including how working cattle works, the science behind farming, and why beef is so important. Enjoy! We would love to hear your questions and feedback - AfterHoursAgPodcast@gmail.com Make sure to leave a 5-Star Review where...

Farming is in Sarah Heinrich's blood. She is KFGO's Farm & Ranch Director while also being a full-time farmer. Raising cattle, row crops and small grains at the family ranch. She credits getting into broadcasting to her Uncle, Al Gustin, who was one of the best known farm reporters in the Dakotas for 45 years, prior to his retirement in 2012. We talk about a variety of topics including: How the in...

Today we welcome on Jay LefeBvre & Lance Bushard from LefeBvre Companies! Since 1948 LefeBvre has been in the transportation service industry.  They specialize in over-dimensional freight and hauling of precast concrete products. Their service has now expanded to bridge beams, road freight, heavy equipment, and bulk cement. We cover many topics including how their business has grown and adapted ov...

Ray Meyer is a Farm hand, father, and fabricator. He also creates custom toy corralls for kids to play with and pass onto the future generations! He lives in North Eastern South Dakota and we caught up with him at the Dakotafest Farm show. Enjoy! We would love to hear your questions and feedback - AfterHoursAgPodcast@gmail.com Make sure to leave a 5-Star Review wherever you're listening so we can...

Micah Meyer is the Chief Operational Officer of Tenacity Ag, a performance drone spraying company. Micah says the company was formed to offer quality products and services at competitive prices to make sure this technology is in the hands of agricultural producers to make their occupations easier and more profitable. Some topics covered in the episode include: How fast drone aerial applicating has...

Ryan Veldhuizen is a 4th generation farmer from Edgerton, Minnesota. The Veldhuizen's farm has a typical heritage for southwest Minnesota. The family has been in the region dating back to 1911. They own pigs from sow to finish and market about 45,000 hogs annually! The family also raises corn, wheat and soybeans. Back in 2014, Ryan was one of 6 farmers featured in a documentary called "Farmlands"...