Farm4Profit Podcast

In this Farm4Fun New Year’s episode , we officially introduce Cody Vanderholm , the newest hire at Farm4Profit and our Project and Digital Media Manager . Cody lives in Stanton, Iowa , and brings a unique mix of ag roots, technical experience, and creative talent to the Farm4Profit team. He grew up showing cattle, still helps run Vanderholm Cattle Company with his dad, and works closely with 4-H a...

In this episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we sit down with Joe Kerns , a 30-year industry veteran and Iowa State University graduate who has worked across procurement, risk management, nutrition, hedging, livestock marketing, and operational benchmarking. Joe doesn’t sugarcoat the situation—and his perspective raises uncomfortable but necessary questions about the future of U.S. agriculture, esp...

The hosts go mic-only to say thank you to the people who make this show possible: you . As we wrap up 2025, we take a moment to reflect on what this community has become. The Farm4Profit audience reached: 200,000+ unique listeners 1,200,000+ total downloads 660,000+ Spotify streams 10.4 million+ YouTube views in the last year 2.18 million+ long-form episode listens 43.4 million impressions and 1.3...

Diesel technology has come a long way — but with tighter emissions systems, DPFs, EGRs, and high-pressure injectors, today’s engines are also more vulnerable than most operators realize. In this episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we’re joined by Garth Redifer , Vice President of Sales at Power Service , a third-generation, veteran-owned diesel additive manufacturer based in Weatherford, Texas. Wi...

In an ag world driven by automation, efficiency metrics, and shiny new equipment, this farmer is unapologetically doing things differently — and calling it Doing It Wrong Dairy . Tristan is a sixth-generation dairy producer in Wisconsin who believes real farming doesn’t need filters, polish, or permission. Farming on his own for more than a decade, Tristan relies heavily on 30+ year-old equipment...

Farms today run more digital systems than ever before — GPS-guided equipment, grain accounting software, cloud-connected records, automated livestock and irrigation controls, and online financial tools. And that shift has put agriculture squarely into the Top 10 most-targeted industries for cyberattacks . In this episode, we sit down with Chris Sherman , founder of TechSupport. Farm , who speciali...

Today’s Farm4Fun episode brings you straight to the porch of Braswell Family Farms, where Trey Braswell , the fourth-generation president of a well-known East-Coast egg and feed operation, walks us through his roots, his responsibilities, and the heart behind a business built for generations. We explore how the farm began in 1943 as a small grist mill — and over 80 years and four generations later...

We sit down with  Brad Burkhart , Market Development Specialist for Corteva Agriscience, to recap what really happened in the 2025 crop season — and what farmers should take forward into 2026. Brad walks us through the major trends he saw at harvest: disease pressure that showed up across multiple regions, waterhemp surges creeping from edge to row, and early-season conditions that made crop prote...

This episode features a rare and powerful perspective: what it takes to lead one of agriculture’s most respected family-owned companies — when you’re not part of the family name. We sit down with Tom Mangan , Sukup Manufacturing’s incoming CEO and the first non-family executive to hold the role in the company’s history. Tom’s background spans Fareway Stores, Endicott Clay Products, Deloitte Tax, a...

Tax season doesn’t have to be a scramble — and today’s guests show farmers exactly how to get ahead. We’re joined by two ag-focused CPAs: Mackenzie Sprain from LattaHarris and Hannah Mann from Pioneer Accounting LLC. One brings deep ag tax expertise, the other specializes in helping farmers build cleaner records and better financial visibility — together, they give producers a complete roadmap for...

This special Thanksgiving episode features Tork and Sawyer Whisler , the father–son duo behind BarnTalk , This’ll Do Farm , and a massive online following that continues to grow year after year. Tork is a 5th-generation Iowa farmer who returned to hog production after time in construction and sales, and Sawyer is a 6th-generation farmer who jumped straight into farming full-time after high school....

Today we’re joined by James (Jim) Eggleston , founding partner of Eggleston King Davis, an agricultural and commercial real estate law expert with offices in Texas and California. Jim specializes in farmland transactions, partitions, entity structuring, asset protection, private equity financing, and complex mediations — all areas that directly impact farmers, ranchers, and multigenerational famil...

Today we’re joined by Emerson King , the young Western Kentucky farmer behind the fast-growing online brand Adventures of Farmer King . Emerson operates a full-time row crop farm paired with six large broiler chicken houses , raising thousands of birds while producing corn, soybeans, wheat, and more. What started as a simple idea to show real farm life has grown into a respected and relatable plat...

In this episode, the Farm4Profit Podcast gets real about the financial and organizational realities facing today’s farms . Jace Young, CEO of Legacy Farmer , joins the hosts to share how he helps farmers move from “organized chaos” to truly structured, profitable, and sustainable businesses . He lays out the five most common pitfalls holding family farms back — micromanaging, centralized decision-...

In this episode, the Farm4Profit Podcast dives into how the Peterson Farm Bros went from small-town Kansas to global agricultural ambassadors — one parody video at a time. Greg shares the story behind launching their first viral video in 2012, the family’s passion for using humor and music to educate the public, and how they balance content creation with the demands of a 1,000-head cattle operatio...

In this Farm4Profit episode, the crew sits down with Randy Marcks , Sukup Steel Buildings expert, to discuss the evolution of steel structures in modern agriculture and how smart planning leads to stronger, more efficient operations. Steel buildings aren’t just about durability—they’re about design precision, longevity, and adaptability . Randy walks us through Sukup’s building innovations—from I-...

In this high-octane Farm4Profit episode, the team welcomes Kyle Kirkwood , one of the brightest young stars in the NTT INDYCAR Series , to explore how agriculture fuels racing’s future —literally. Kyle, who pilots the #27 car for Andretti Global , shares his journey from a five-year-old discovering jet cars at Moroso Motorsports Park to standing on the podium at Long Beach and Bommarito in 2025. W...

In this timely market update, DPA’s Luke Stamp joins Farm4Profit to break down the state of the farm equipment marketplace as we move through Fall 2025. Luke opens with a direct comparison to this time last year — sales volume, auction activity, and market strength — then drills into the big-picture factors shaping demand: bankruptcies and liquidations, dealership consolidation, macroeconomic driv...

This episode explores the grit, growth, and grace behind building a successful ranch from the ground up. Luke and Natalie share how they turned a shared dream into a working legacy—growing from a small commercial herd to a nationally recognized registered Angus operation known for elite genetics and a customer-first mindset. We dive into: The early years —from purchasing their first commercial cow...

“Navigating Tight Margins with Financial Mastery” dives straight into the realities of today’s ag economy. Grant Wiese joins the Farm4Profit crew to unpack how producers can manage risk, make data-backed marketing decisions, and plan for the future—even when margins are razor thin. Listeners will hear how knowing your true cost of production can transform decision-making. Many farmers can quote a...

Andrew Luzum —a farmer, conservation advocate, and strategic agronomist—to explore how traditional values and modern innovation can work hand in hand to sustain agriculture for generations to come. Andrew shares how his family operation, rooted near a trout hatchery in Winneshiek County , has made water quality and environmental responsibility central to their mission. Knowing that their farm dire...

Alex Noll , a farmer whose operation has earned national recognition for both corn and wheat yields, shares how he achieved a remarkable 340.39 bu/acre corn yield and consistent top finishes in dryland wheat. Alex explains his crop rotation strategy—especially how following wheat can boost corn and soybean yields by 5–8% and grain sorghum by nearly 30 bu/acre in dry conditions—and how he balances...

The Farm4Profit Podcast heads to California wine country for a two-part series highlighting the remarkable people shaping the legacy and future of Sonoma County Winegrowers . In Part 1 , Dan Rotlisberger —fifth-generation farmer and Vineyard Manager at Robert Young Estate Vineyards —shares how his family’s operation evolved from diverse orchards to one of Alexander Valley’s most respected vineyard...

This Farm4Profit episode brings listeners a deep dive into the science and story of Sea Energy Agriculture , tracing how ocean minerals have moved from experimental hydroponic plots in Florida to practical, profitable farm programs across North America. Guests Lynn Hoover , Senior Director of Agronomy and Commercial Sales, and Michael Sileck , Commercial Sales Leader for Sea-90 and Baja Gold Salt...

This Farm4Profit episode features Matt and Kelly Griggs , owners of Griggs Farms LLC in Humboldt, Tennessee — a fifth-generation family operation growing corn, soybeans, wheat, and cotton on 2,000 acres. What began in 1882 with cotton has evolved into a nationally recognized regenerative farm rooted in conservation and faith. Listeners will hear how: Matt began experimenting with cover crops back...