Around The Farm

Guest host Tom Verseman fills in for Clint Chaffer in this grain marketing update. Tom speaks with Matt Bennett, a grain marketing consultant and a co-founder of AgMarket.net, about recent market changes, volatility, risk management tools and more. Listen in to peer into the near future of grain marketing. 

With guest Matt Jungmann, National Events Manager, Farm Progress   The Farm Progress Show showrunner (and Clint’s neighbor), Matt Jungmann, talks about Farm Progress – THE industry trade show for the producers of our food, fiber, and fuel. The two chat about what to expect from the show (with a few exclusive sneak peeks), the new permanent sites, and how the community comes together to put on Farm...

With guest Erin Holbert, Heart of the Midwest and @ernholbert on Instagram    Agronomist and Indiana farmer Erin Holbert doesn’t just run equipment on her family farm, she also runs the Heart of the Midwest boutique and social media. Clint talks to Erin about working with family, self-teaching technology, and raising raccoons. Listen along to hear more about Erin’s entrepreneurship. 

With guest Jacquelyne Leffler, Leffler Farms and Leffler Prime Performance    Clint meets with a Jacquelyne of all trades, a Kansas farmer who raises cattle and grows wheat, corn, and soybeans. Jacquelyne discusses the challenges and benefits of introducing digital solutions as a fourth generation farmer and the tumultuous 2022 planting season. Tune in to get the scoop from the star of A Farmer’s...

With guests Fran Deville & Brandon Cavins, Climate Activation Managers    What sort of optimizations are successful cotton farmers making? Where can you focus efforts in reducing costs? Climate Activation Managers Fran Deville and Brandon Cavins join Clint to share their insights on the cotton industry, price changes, and impacts on demand and planting. 

With guest Holly Thrasher, Technical Agronomist, Dekalb Asgrow    The right inputs at the right time can change everything. Holly Thrasher joins Clint to dig into best practices for managing nitrogen inputs. When should you hold back? When should you invest more? Holly shares her advice on making in-season decisions. 

With guest Mindy McDermott, Learning and Development Specialist, Climate FieldView  In this episode, we’re talking about all things FFA. Mindy McDermott joins Clint to discuss the benefits of getting involved with a local FFA chapter, the skills students develop, and the role the organization plays in its communities. 

With guest Stephen Nicholson, EVP Global Sector Strategist-Grains and Oilseeds, Rabo AgriFinance  How are global markets reacting to ongoing conditions? What does that mean for your bottom line? In this episode, we get the inside scoop from grain marketing expert Stephen Nicholson. Tune in to hear his take on market trends. 

With guests Dr. Cody Creech and Dr. Amanda Easterly, University of Nebraska  Did you know that wheat is competitive with weeds? Have you heard about wheat hybrids? In this episode, Dr. Cody Creech and Dr. Amanda Easterly from the University of Nebraska shed some light on wheat agronomy. Tune in to hear about their trials and the advantages of exploring wheat in your field.  Sponsored by:  Around t...

With guest Krista Russell, Customer Experience Advisor, Climate FieldView    Planting season is around the corner and it’s time to make sure your equipment is ready to roll. In this episode, we’re joined by Krista Russell from the Customer Experience team at Climate FieldView. Listen for Krista’s tips and tricks for ensuring a seamless planting season. 

In this episode, we’re looking ahead to planting ‘22 with Jerry Seuntjens from Kingsley, Iowa. You’ll hear about planning ahead and future-proofing farming operations, as well as the digital tools that tie it all together.  Sponsored by:  Around the Farm is brought to you by Climate FieldView™. Go to Climate.com/bayer-PLUS to find out how to get a year of FieldView Plus free. 

Soil health is everything from cover crops to no-till to measuring microbial health. Is there an accessible way to approach soil health without rolling out farm-wide changes? We spoke with Dr. Dianna Bagnall of the Soil Health Institute about the nickels and dimes of incremental change.    Sponsored by:  Around the Farm is brought to you by Climate FieldView™. Go to Climate.com/bayer-PLUS to find...

The forecasts predict another La Niña year. What does that mean for the weather this winter and spring across the country? Weather expert Brad Coleman explains the implications and fundamentals of a La Niña or El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO).    Sponsored by:  Around the Farm is brought to you by Climate FieldView™. Go to Climate.com/bayer-PLUS to find out how to get a year of FieldView Plus f...

We’re closing the book on 2021. Before the final chapter ends, we want to share the best advice our guests have passed along this year. We’ve rounded up all of those pearls of wisdom into a single episode. Tune in to hear what they had to tell us, and hear Clint’s final thoughts on the year.    Sponsored by:  Around the Farm is brought to you by Climate FieldView™. Go to Climate.com/bayer-PLUS to...

With guest Dan Meyer, Farmer and Claims Adjuster for Farmers Mutual Hail   When yield or commodity prices fall short, insurance enters the picture. Using precision data from your fields can take the insurance claims filing process from days to hours. In this episode, Dan Meyer of Farmers Mutual Hail briefs Clint on using precision data for insurance claims as well as the sorts of claims he’s antic...

With guest Tanner Dunn, Illinois Farmer and Product Manager of Machine Compatibility at The Climate Corporation  It’s turkey time again! Clint Chaffer and Tanner Dunn share the Thanksgiving festivities at their family celebrations. What’s the best side? Do side-by-side rides fight off the tryptophan? And is anyone bringing a turducken? From our FieldView families to yours, have a happy and safe Th...

With guest Alecia Stuann of @raisingprincesswarriors  No one farms alone. In this episode, mental wellness advocate Alecia Stuann and Clint have a conversation about mental health in the farming community. What do you do when you see someone having a rough time? Listen along for advice on supporting your neighbors.  Sponsored by:  Around the Farm is brought to you by Climate FieldView™. Go to Clim...

With guest Tanner Dunn, Illinois Farmer and Product Manager of Machine Compatibility   In this episode, we’re sharing our stories of when things didn't go as we planned during the harvest season. You might relate to a few of the mis-adventures on Dunn Farms and Chaffer Farms when the hustle and bustle of harvesting leads to a few funny mishaps.   Sponsored by: Around the Farm is brought to you by...

What does the rest of autumn have in store for us? Weather expert Brad Colman shares what to expect for the weeks ahead as we push further into harvest season. Plus, we’ll learn more about the upcoming La Nina.    Sponsored by:  Around the Farm is brought to you by Climate FieldView™. Go to Climate.com/bayer-PLUS to find out how to get a year of FieldView Plus free. 

At harvest time, there’s no shortage of things on your to-do list. In this episode, we’re helping you check off the digital farming prep. Greg Deim, Iowa farmer and product manager for the FieldView Cab app, joins the show to share quick tips to make sure your harvest data collection is seamless and accurate.  Sponsored by: Around the Farm is brought to you by Climate FieldView™. Go to Climate.com...

Women have always played a vital role in agriculture, and that continues to expand each year. In this episode, Clint welcomes Kate Danner of Longley Farms, Tara Schrock, director of sales at Trelleborg, and Anita Chaffer of Chaffer Farms to share perspective from their decades of ag experience. Plus, hear their advice for women considering a career in ag.  Sponsored by: Around the Farm is brought...

Grab your tape measure and buckle into your side-by-side, scouting season is here. Shawn Kand, a Crop Consultant in Kentucky, shares tips from his 21 years in the field. Follow along for advice on how to tackle growing challenges this year.    With guest Shawn Kand, Crop Consultant, Backroads Consulting   Sponsored by: Around the Farm is brought to you by Climate FieldView™. Go to Climate.com/baye...

Doing accurate stand counts and making replant decisions can be tough. In this episode, host Clint Chaffer welcomes Chad Weeks with Sentera to chat about new drone and sensor technology that improves accuracy and saves time -- plus makes it all a little more fun. Sponsored by: Around the Farm is brought to you by Climate FieldView™. Go to Climate.com/bayer-PLUS to find out how to get a year of Fie...

It’s planting season, and that means three square meals a day in the cab. What’s your favorite cab meal? What didn’t work so well? Tanner Dunn, Illinois farmer, joins host Clint Chaffer to debate cab cuisine and the best snack options while on the move. Sponsored by: Around the Farm is brought to you by Climate FieldView™. Go to Climate.com/bayer-PLUS to find out how to get a year of FieldView Plu...

In this episode, Illinois farmer Tanner Dunn joins host Clint Chaffer to share real-life stories of when things don’t go as planned during planting season. You may be able to relate to a few of the adventures on Dunn Farms and Chaffer Farms when the hustle and bustle of planting leads to a few funny mishaps. Sponsored by: Around the Farm is brought to you by Climate FieldView™. Go to Climate.com/b...