Successful Farming Podcast

Once tractors started replacing horses, tractor manufacturers came out of the woodwork. Some were reputable and some were downright swindlers. Successful Farming's Dave Mowitz takes us back in time with historical back stories of ageless iron. Also, if you're a collector, find out what's currently hot and what's not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Colby Frey of Fallon, Nevada is farming the same ground his ancestors first plowed in 1854. That's over 165 years of knowledge handed down from generation to generation. Colby is mixing that advice with the desire to make sure his children have a future on the farm by distilling whiskey from the grains grown on their land. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

America's oldest family-owned creamery is located in Minerva, Ohio. Venae Watts and her brother and co-owner Adam grew up in the business, obsessing over butter like the four generations before her. In this episode, Venae talks about the history of the creamery, how their "rolled butter" came to be, and how they're preparing the next generation to take over the business. Learn more about your ad c...

When a grocery store closes in a small town, it creates a ripple effect through the entire community. The Rural Grocery Initiative based at Kansas State University is working hard to reverse that trend with advice and innovative solutions. Jodi Henke talks with Program Manager Erica Blair on how rural communities can hang on to their access to food and other staples. Learn more about your ad choic...

Thirty-seven years ago, a young woman named Betsy Freese began her career as the assistant swine editor for Successful Farming magazine. She has had many more titles and duties since then, including having an industry-changing impact on the swine industry with her annual "Pork Powerhouses" reports. On July 1st, she is retiring. There is no doubt that Betsy has left her mark on agriculture. Learn m...

Brandi Buzzard is the communications director for the Red Angus Association of America. Listen to hear what made her mad enough to start a blog many years ago, which continues to this day. She is also a rancher in Kansas, a mom, has caught the attention of the President of the United States, and wants you to feel comfortable with your food. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

Time. It's what we don't have enough of, especially if you're a farmer. Michigan State Extension Health Educator Sean Knurek joins me in discussing how farmers - or anyone - can find more time for themselves. Admit it, you need a break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 1031 Exchange has been an economic driver for 100 years and is still one of the most powerful land transfer and ownership tools for farmers and landowners. Farm families can utilize this as a way to pass along the farm without the burden of a lot more taxes. In this episode, Successful Farming Markets Editor Mike McGinnis talks with David Brown, President and Certified Exchange Specialist with...

Despite market fluctuations, there are some who still want to become dairy producers. In this episode, Successful Farming's Mark Moore talks with Tracey Erickson, Extension dairy field specialist with South Dakota State University, and Heather Gassner, Extension livestock business management field specialist with SDSU. Success is in the details when you're planning a dairy operation. Learn more ab...

No longer do you have to hop in the truck and drive for miles looking for used machinery and equipment. Jodi Henke talks with Successful Farming's Dave Mowitz about best practices when buying from dealer's lots and online from auctions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Every soybean farmer wants the secret to high yields while saving money. DeAnna Thomas talks with Cederville, Ohio soybean producer Cory Atley about his strategies, and his advice to farmers on how they can reach full yield potential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Selling your used equipment and machinery can bring top dollar if you pay attention to detail. Jodi Henke talks with Successful Farming's Executive Machinery Editor, Dave Mowitz, on where it pays to spiff up the machine, and where it probably doesn't. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Farmers have been fighting weeds for as long as they've been planting crops. DeAnna Thomas talks with Dr. Aaron Hager at the University of Illinois about digging into past studies on weed control, and how current weather patterns are altering the plans of attack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Weed Science Society of America is a non-profit, scientific organization that's working hard to understand and eliminate the pesky weeds in your fields. Successful Farming's Jodi Henke is talking with Lee Van Wychen, Executive Director of Science Policy for the WSSA. He discusses the organization's latest priorities in weed control, current research and future endeavors. Lee also debunks a cou...

Not all weed seeds are destroyed when livestock consume them. What goes in will sometimes come out. Jodi Henke talks with University of Minnesota Extension Manure Management Specialist Melissa Wilson about what you can do prevent weed seeds from germinating after they've been, um, expelled. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Producers get dollar signs in their eyes when there's a rally in the grain market. Successful Farming's Marketing Editor, Mike McGinnis, and Al Kluis of Kluis Commodity Advisors have advice on strategies to help you benefit from those rallies. This includes what you should do, and what you should NOT do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You can't build a solid house with one tool and the same goes for growing a good crop. Successful Farming's Jodi Henke discusses integrated weed management with Tommy Butts, Extension Weed Management Specialist at the University of Arkansas. Tillage, narrow windrow burning, planting earlier in the season and other options can help manage the weed seed bank and make your battle plan a lot stronger....

Is it the overuse of herbicides driving weeds such as Palmer amaranth to become resistant to them - or is it us? How do you recognize resistance? Jodi Henke discusses these weedy questions and more with Texas Agrilife Extension Weed Specialist Scott Nolte. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Volunteer corn will be raising its ugly leaves in leaps and bounds this season. Thanks to high wind events in 2020, a lot of flattened corn was left lying on the ground and the kernels will take the opportunity to sprout. You'll have to go after it early and often. Here's how. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Whether you've been marketing your grain for years or just starting out, here's a nuts-and-bolts refresher with Successful Farming's Marketing Editor, Mike McGinnis, and Al Kluis of Kluis Commodity Advisors. They discuss basic marketing concepts and terms, how the markets work, and tips on how USDA reports can help you develop a marketing plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

Soil health and sustainability is top of mind for farmers and ranchers. DeAnna Thomas talks with Nutrien's Director of Sustainable Ag Retail, Tom Daniel, about understanding soil health and sustainable practices to protect it. You could even compare the concept to your own digestive system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You've done the soil testing. Now, you have to figure out how to use the results. DeAnna Thomas talks with Nutrien's Director of Sustainable Ag Retail, Tom Daniel, about how technology and sustainability go together for soil success on the farm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The crops you grow next year may be dependent on the fertilizer you put down this fall. Successful Farming's Jodi Henke talks with Loveland senior plant nutrition marketing manager Eric Moon about the importance of a soil nutrition plan and also how it affects your seed selection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is there enough oomph in your soil to keep your crops happy and healthy? You don't really know for sure unless you test it. Successful Farming's Jodi Henke talks with Nutrien agronomist Craig Marsh about how to pull and evaluate soil samples from your fields. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who says you have to dry corn the same way as everyone else? Jodi Henke talks with Eric Jellum about his ingenuity and money-saving process of drying corn using a natural resource - heat from the ground. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices