Farm4Profit Podcast

Farmers spend countless hours choosing the right herbicide, the right rate, and the right timing.  But what if the biggest factor in spray performance is something most growers never test? The water in the tank. In this episode of Farm4Profit , we sit down with AGX to discuss how water quality and adjuvants impact herbicide performance — and why many spray failures have nothing to do with resistan...

In this episode of Farm4Profit , we sit down with Lauryn and Colin Pinkston , a young couple from Lexington, Kentucky , who are building Pinkston Cattle Company while balancing off-farm careers and a rapidly growing social media following. What makes their story unique is that neither of them grew up directly involved in production agriculture . Lauryn grew up riding horses with family ties to the...

In this episode of Farm4Profit, we sit down with Richard Fordyce, Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation , for a timely conversation about federal policy and what it means for American producers. 💰 BRIDGE Payment Application Process • What producers need to know • How to apply • Key deadlines and considerations • How this support fits into today’s margin environment 💻 Moving USDA i...

More farmers across the Midwest are pushing planting dates earlier in the season to capture longer growing seasons, improved yield potential, and better crop development . In this episode of Farm4Profit, we sit down with Eric Sherder from Corteva to talk about why early soybean planting is gaining momentum and how new genetics and herbicide systems are helping farmers manage the risks. We discuss:...

Not every farm starts with generational wealth.  Not every farmer gets to farm full-time. In this episode of Farm4Profit, we sit down with Jesse and Alex — the Lampley Brothers , Middle Tennessee farmers who are building their operation the hard way. They raise: • Beef cattle • Hay • Row crops And they do it while maintaining full-time off-farm careers. What started in 2021 as funny, relatable far...

In this episode, we sit down with Daniel Taylor, National Sales Manager at AgriFinancial (AgFi) , and Ethan Turley, Underwriter , to talk about agriculture through the eyes of credit underwriters. Margins are tight. Interest rates are elevated. Commodity prices have softened. Input costs remain stubbornly high. So what are lenders actually seeing? We break down: 📉 The 2026 Farm Economy • Are we i...

In 1956, Iowa farmer and inventor Arthur Luscombe built a rugged PTO-powered grinder mixer on his farm. That simple idea would become the foundation of Art’s Way Manufacturing — a company that has weathered decades of ag cycles, market volatility, and industry consolidation. Today, Art’s Way employs approximately 120–150 people across facilities in Armstrong and Monona, Iowa , producing specialize...

Most farmers think tax credits are for tech companies and laboratories. They’re wrong. The Research & Development tax credit has been around since 1981 — originally built to encourage innovation. Over the decades, it has become more taxpayer-friendly and more accessible… but still incredibly underutilized in agriculture. In this episode, we talk with Onshore, a tax technology company founded in 20...

Most farmers think tax credits are for tech companies and laboratories. They’re wrong. The Research & Development tax credit has been around since 1981 — originally built to encourage innovation. Over the decades, it has become more taxpayer-friendly and more accessible… but still incredibly underutilized in agriculture. In this episode, we talk with Onshore, a tax technology company founded in 20...

Bar 7 Ranch in Gatesville, Texas isn’t just a working cattle and sheep operation — it’s one of the most recognized ranch brands on the internet. But here’s the twist: Cody and Erika Archie didn’t grow up ranching. They’re first-generation ranchers who built their life from the ground up — raising beef cattle and Dorper sheep while raising their two kids, Kylee and Clancy, right alongside them. And...

www.onshore.com In this What’s Working in Ag segment, the Farm4Profit team tees up one of the most impactful conversations we’ve had all year: Research & Development tax credits for farmers . We sit down briefly with Dom and Tim from Onshore to explain—quickly and clearly—why this long-standing tax credit now applies to modern farming practices , not just labs and patents. From testing new hybrids...

In this episode, we sit down with the team behind Performance Livestock Analytics , the creators of Performance Beef and Cattle Krush — two powerful tools designed to help feedlot and cow-calf producers move from reactive to proactive management. Founded in 2015 in Ames, Iowa, acquired by Zoetis in 2020, and then returning to independence in 2023, Performance Livestock Analytics has grown into a p...

In this episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we sit down with Tom Corcoran , better known online as Farming Sumbitch , a first-generation farmer from rural western New York who has built something truly special — both online and in real life. Tom shares the story behind the SUMBITCH Tractor Show ( Some Unique Machines Brought In To Commemorate History ), an annual August event hosted on his family’...

In an industry driven by razor-thin margins, volatile markets, and rising input costs, mid-market cattle producers often face a simple truth: expertise matters more than luck . In this episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we welcome Todd Drake , CEO of Balance4Ward — a company dedicated to helping cattle feeders break out of the “daily grind” and build intentional, profitable, and sustainable opera...

From copper wire and irrigation pumps to fencing and remote electrical systems, thieves are targeting farms more aggressively than ever — driven by rising metal prices and the reality that rural law enforcement is stretched thin. We dig into: Why agricultural crime is surging across the U.S. What thieves are stealing most — and why farms are uniquely vulnerable The true cost of theft beyond scrap...

In this episode of Farm4Profit, we sit down with Lance Weaver , a Texas native, former ag banker, and now business coach with Legacy Farmer , to talk about what really happens behind the scenes in agricultural lending — and what farmers need to understand to protect their operations. After earning degrees in Ag Business and Ag Economics and spending over a decade in ag finance, Lance reached a bre...

Nels farms corn and soybeans in Iowa, including seed beans for major companies, while running a diverse lineup of equipment and managing challenges like field fires, weather swings, and land access as a next-generation farmer . He shares what it was like returning to the family operation, starting on his own acres, and building a farm business one decision at a time. We also dive into: Why he star...

In this What’s Working in Ag segment, we highlight a growing trend we’re seeing across agriculture heading into 2026: farmers investing in skills instead of opinions . Agris Academy is hosting a 2026 Winter Workshop on Merchandising and Futures Risk Management on February 19th in Baltic, South Dakota , with both in-person and online options available. What makes this workshop stand out is what it...

In this episode of Farm4Profit, we’re joined by Ken Ripley , AVP of Regional Sales for FMH’s Northwest region and a farmer himself in southern Minnesota. Ken brings decades of experience from both John Deere and crop insurance , helping producers understand how to build smarter protection strategies. We break down: The current financial environment farmers are facing How crop insurance, FSA progra...

This episode is a little different—and that’s exactly why you’ll want to listen. Sammy Smith is a Johnston, Iowa native who grew up racing on small tracks across the state before becoming one of the youngest drivers to win at NASCAR’s national level. Today, at just 21 years old, he’s competed across the ARCA Menards Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, and the Truck Series , racing for some of the sport...

Titan Immel doesn’t follow the traditional ag retail playbook—and that’s exactly why his businesses are growing. In this episode, we sit down with the founder of AgHub Midwest and Ten Percent Ag to unpack how a 17-year-old seed dealer turned into a diversified ag entrepreneur serving tens of thousands of acres across the Midwest. We dig into: How Titan started selling seed while still in high scho...

Grant and Spencer Hilbert didn’t grow up farming—but today they’re running a first-generation operation, raising crops, adding beef cattle, and building one of the most transparent ag creator platforms online. In this episode, we sit down with the brothers behind Hilbert Farms , The Squad , and the American Farming game to talk about: How YouTube income helped fund their first farmland purchase Wh...

This What’s Working in Ag segment is brought to you by www.ambrook.com , we bring back Hannah Mann , CPA and ag-focused accountant, to answer the follow-up questions farmers had after our recent tax planning episode. This short, to-the-point conversation focuses on what’s actually working right now for producers who want better control of their numbers heading into 2026. Hannah shares: Why most fa...

Seed costs remain one of the largest line items on a farm’s balance sheet—but what if there was another way to think about genetics, pricing, and value? In this episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we sit down with Nate Belcher , a crop consultant, regenerative ag specialist, and longtime advocate for alternative ag business models. Nate shares his perspective on off-patent corn genetics , non-GMO...

In this Farm4Fun episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we’re joined by Cavin Malloy , an Eastern Iowa farmer from Williamsburg and the creator behind @stonecoldcavin . Known for his high-energy, wrestling-inspired persona and relatable day-in-the-life farm content, Cavin has built a loyal following by showing the real side of farming—with humor, honesty, and Midwest grit. We dig into: Where Cavin gr...