Around The Farm

September 2022 Grain Marketing Update

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. 

The 411 on the Farm Progress Show 2022

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 Progress on August 30 - September 1!

Entrepreneurship with the Heart of the Midwest

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. 

Cattle, Corn, and Digital Agriculture with a 4th Generation Farmer

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 Journey Season 2. 

Let’s Talk Cotton

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. 

Nitrogen and Irrigation Management

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. 

Getting Involved With The FFA

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. 

Spring 2022 Grain Marketing Update

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. 

Wheat Agronomy 101

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. 

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Planting 2022 Checklist

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.