Fastline Fast Track
112 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsFastline Fast Track features agriculture industry newsmakers discussing hot-button issues and the latest in farming equipment and trends that affect farmers from coast to coast, as reported by our Fastline, Big Ag and Pink Tractor publications.The podcast also features "The Legends Stage," a segment presented by the Ernest Tubb Record Shop, featuring up-and-coming and legendary country music artists.
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Ep. 105: World Ag Expo update; the music of John PayCheck
May 07, 2021 03:47 - 1 hour - 109 MBOn this episode, Jennifer Fawkes, marketing manager for the International Agri-Center and the World Ag Expo, provides an update on the 2021 virtual World Ag Expo. Jesse Allen recaps the week in the markets in his Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz talks tires in “Bushels and Cents.” The Episode also features the music of singer/songwriter John PayCheck. Time stamps Jennifer Fawkes, World Ag Expo: 1:12 World Ag Expo advertisement: 8:09 Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 8:38 Chandler Equipmen...
Ep. 104: Opioid crisis on the farm, dairy labeling, rural broadband push, the music of Alison Elena
April 30, 2021 04:37 - 1 hour - 119 MBRay Atkinson of the American Farm Bureau Federation and Illinois Farmer Connie Gyorr discuss the opioid crisis on the farm. Chris Galen of the National Milk Producers Federation talks about the new DAIRY PRIDE Act, and Farm Bureau’s Emily Buckman discusses the American Connection Project for rural broadband. Emily Solis with the Animal Agriculture Alliance provides details about the Animal Agriculture Alliance Summit. The episode also features the music of former American Idol contestant, Al...
Ep. 103: Talking fuel efficiency with CLAAS, pork rebound, sunflower strength, the music of Dave Wilbert, Dawn Anita tribute
April 23, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 108 MBOn this episode, we hear about a rebound in the pork market after a tumultuous 2020. We also hear why now might be a good time to consider planting sunflowers. Potato growers raise concerns about Mexico’s USMCA obligations, EPA head says no imminent changes coming to waterway rules and the USDA’s National Agricultural Classification survey is coming. Daryl Theis from CLAAS talks about the fuel efficiency of the manufacturer’s equipment and a sweepstakes that aims to put money back into the p...
Ep. 102: John Deere tractor-planter and sprayer innovations, weed control, new USDA pandemic aid, cash basis talk, the music of Emily Miller
April 16, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 134 MBOn this episode, John Deere representatives Ryan Jardon, Kevin Juhl and Joel Basinger discuss a new integrated tractor and planter solution, new Hagie sprayers and John Deere See and Spray Select technology. We talk weed control and a new palmer amaranth study. Also, the USDA has retooled some of its COVID-19 aid programs. Jesse Allen discusses cash basis in this week’s Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz talks slow-starting engines in “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music o...
Ep. 101: Trouble on the border, mental health on the farm, the music of Victoria Rose
April 09, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 137 MBOn this episode, Texas farmer Scott Frazier testifies before the House Judiciary Committee on problems facing farmers and ranchers along the border; the United Soybean board reveals results of a consumer confidence survey and the World Dairy Expo will stay in Madison, Wisconsin. The episode also features a panel discussion on mental health on the farm, as well as the music of rising country star Victoria Rose. Time stamps Scott Frazier: 1:23 Mace Thornton, United Soybean Board: 3:08 ...
Ep. 100: Examining fertilizer prices; neighbor problems; the music of Adam Warner
April 01, 2021 15:16 - 1 hour - 116 MBOn this episode, we discuss fertilizer price trends with David Widmar of Agricultural Economic Insights. We also discuss what to do when your neighbor’s negligence leads to damage on your property with Washburn University Law Professor Roger McEowen. Jesse Allen breaks down a wild week in the markets following key USDA reports and Ray Bohacz presents “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Adam Warner.
Ep. 99: Conversation with Tom Vilsack, talking soybeans in Market Talk, the music of Dennis Ledbetter
March 25, 2021 18:59 - 1 hour - 131 MBOn this episode, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack talks coronavirus aid, carbon sequestration, trade and other important ag issues during a virtual meeting with the National Association of Farm Broadcasters. Jesse Allen talks the potential for a soybean shortage in this week’s Market Talk report and Ray Bohacz talks compaction in this week’s “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Dennis Ledbetter. Time stamps Tom Vilsack, USDA: 1:18 Chandler Equipment adverti...
Ep. 98: Agronomists talk spring planting, Tai confirmed, China buys more corn, the music of Cameron DuBois
March 19, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 145 MBOn this episode, DEKALB and Asgrow agronomists Andrew Penney and Harmon Wilts offer up spring planting and growing tips for corn and soybeans. Also, Katherine Tai is confirmed as U.S. Trade Representative and China buys more U.S. corn. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz talks repair manuals in “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of singer/songwriter Cameron DuBois. Time stamps Andrew Penney, DEKALB/Asgrow: 1:23 Harmon Wilts, DEKALB/Asgrow: 13:14 ...
Ep. 97: Agricultural Safety Summit, Corn Warriors crowning, Plant 2021 with Asgrow, the music of Ken Wilber
March 12, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 139 MBOn this Episode, Jess McCluer, chairman of the Agricultural Safety and Health Council of America discusses the upcoming virtual Agricultural Safety Summit and Clint Chaffer, Brand Manager with Asgrow shares how the company is preparing soybean growers for Plant 2021. We provide coverage of the “Corn Warriors” Season 4 crowning ceremony and preview the new TV series “The Podfather.” Jesse Allen has a Market Talk Update and Ray Bohacz has another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode...
Ep. 96: Case IH lubricants, weed control, UPL innovation, watching the dairy market, the music of Dawn Anita
March 05, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 124 MBOn this episode, pork producer delegates convene for the National Pork Industry Forum, watching dairy production for signs of trouble and weed control with North Dakota State’s Dr. Joe Ikley. Learn about new lubricants from Case IH and hear about ag innovation from UPL’s Craig Brekkas and in-furrow protection from Lynn Justesen. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk Update and Ray Bohacz has another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of traditional country music ...
Ep. 95: Vilsack sworn in, ethanol gets boost, long-term ag economy prospects, the music of Kirstie Kraus
February 25, 2021 22:43 - 1 hour - 98.2 MBOn this episode, Tom Vilsack is sworn in to reprise his role as U.S. ag secretary, Sen. Chuck Grassley says much work remains for ethanol after EPA sides with 10th Circuit and former USTR Chief Ag Negotiator Gregg Doud talks about the future of U.S. ag exports. CME Group’s Erik Norland and Blu Putnam discuss the biggest market influencers of 2021 and Troy Hadrick of the Certified Agriculture Dealerships provides an update on the Ag Pack program. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk update and Ray B...
Ep. 94, NCBA’s Don Schiefelbein, FFA Week, Vilsack vote, Chrissy Wosniak, the music of Richard Lynch
February 19, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 160 MBOn this episode, Don Schiefelbein discusses some of the key issues facing cattle producers in 2021, we hear about FFA Week from Christy Meyer of the National FFA Organization, we provide details about Tom Vilsack’s upcoming U.S. Ag Secretary confirmation vote and ag consultant and North American Ag Spotlight host Chrissy Wozniak discusses how ag manufacturers can market their business through the pandemic to come out stronger on the other side. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk update and Ray Bo...
Ep. 94: NCBA’s Don Schiefelbein, FFA Week, Vilsack vote, Chrissy Wosniak, the music of Richard Lynch
February 19, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 160 MBOn this episode, Don Schiefelbein discusses some of the key issues facing cattle producers in 2021, we hear about FFA Week from Kristy Meyer of the National FFA Organization, we provide details about Tom Vilsack’s upcoming U.S. Ag Secretary confirmation vote and ag consultant and North American Ag Spotlight host Chrissy Wozniak discusses how ag manufacturers can market their business through the pandemic to come out stronger on the other side. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk update and Ray Boh...
Ep. 93: Hay equipment with John Deere, planter prep tips, Vilsack’s priorities, the music of Steve Markwardt
February 12, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 95.2 MBOn this episode, Chris Borgman with John Deere talks about the manufacturer’s new hay equipment; Terry Burkart with All States Ag Parts has planter preparation tips and U.S. Ag Secretary nominee Tom Vilsack talks about his key priorities for the USDA. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz presents “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Fort Worth traditional country and Western swing star Steve Markwardt. Time stamps Chris Borgman, John Deere: 1:28 Ch...
Ep. 92: World Ag Expo preview, Vilsack nomination hearing, talking soil health with Nutrien, the music of Kevin Jaggers
February 05, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBOn This episode, the nomination hearing for U.S. Ag Secretary nominee Tom Vilsack begins. Also, we preview the virtual World Ag Expo with Jennifer Fawkes. We talk soil health with Doug Sibbitt and Cristie Preston of Nutrien Ag Solutions. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of rising Nashville star Kevin Jaggers. Time stamps Tom Vilsack, USDA nominee: 1:17 Chandler Equipment advertis...
Ep. 91: USDA suspends some loan repayments, foreclosures, Hemp final ruling, expanding the global pork market, soil health, grain bin safety, country music review Part 2
January 29, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 120 MBOn this episode, hear how the USDA is temporarily suspending some loan repayments and foreclosures in response to the pandemic. The department also made a final ruling on some hemp regulations this week. Hear how pork is being marketed abroad and learn how to add more life back into nutrient-starved fields. We talk grain bin safety, have a Market Talk update with Jesse Allen, and Ray Bohacz presents another installment of "Bushels and Cents." The episode also features the second part of a tw...
Ep. 90: John Deere updates Operations Center, Livestock market outlook, Land O’ Lakes’ Beth Ford, 2020 country music review
January 22, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 128 MBOn this episode, Jenni Badding with John Deere talks about key updates to the manufacturer’s Operations Center platform. We continue coverage of the American Farm Bureau Federation virtual convention, as Oklahoma State University Ag Economist Derrell Peel gives his outlook for the livestock markets in 2021 and Land O’ Lakes President and CEO Beth Ford talks about hot-button industry issues. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk Update and Ray Bohacz talks Mass Air Flow sensors in this week’s “Bushel...
Ep. 89: Farm Bureau Convention kickoff, Stabenow’s ag committee return, pasture management, the music of Noah Garner
January 15, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 113 MBOn this episode, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall addresses Farm Bureau members at the group’s virtual annual convention; Farm Bureau names Harvust the winner of the Ag Innovation Challenge; Michigan Sen. Debbie Stabenow prepares to reprise her role as chair of the Senate Ag Committee; Corteva’s Jeff Clark shares pasture management tips; Jesse Allen presents the weekly Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz has another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also fea...
Ep. 88: Sonny Perdue reflects on USDA tenure, Market Talk With Jesse Allen, the music of Sean Harrison
January 08, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 119 MBOn this episode, outgoing U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue reflects on his time at the helm of the agency. We introduce a weekly Market Talk recap with veteran farm broadcaster Jesse Allen and Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Americana singer/songwriter Sean Harrison. Time stamps Sonny Perdue, USDA: 1:17 Chandler Equipment advertisement: 25:39 Market Talk with Jesse Allen: 26:09 Ray Bohacz,...
Ep. 87: AFBF President Zippy Duvall, ag economist David Widmar, Farmers Edge CEO Wade Barnes, the music of Whey Jennings
January 01, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBOn this Second Anniversary episode, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall talks about the organization’s focus for 2021 and the upcoming national convention. David Widmar of Agricultural Economic Insights discusses his outlook for the ag economy in the new year and Farmers Edge CEO Wade Barnes makes his predictions for the agriculture industry in 2021. Ray Bohacz presents another installment of Bushels and Cents, and the episode features the music of singer/songwriter Whey J...
Ep. 86: Christmas With Fastline Fast Track
December 24, 2020 12:00 - 2 hours - 182 MBThis episode features music artists American Blonde, Rich Price, Dani-Elle Kleha, Johnny & The Mongrels, Paige King Johnson, Taylon Hope, Scott Southworth, Annemarie Picerno, J.D. Shelburne, JP Pennington and Exile and John Berry share favorite Christmas memories and their original music. Time stamps Chandler Equipment advertisement: 0:00 American Blonde: 1:34 Rich Price: 9:26 Dani-Elle Kleha: 15:45 Johnny & The Mongrels: 25:55 Paige King Johnson: 40:59 Taylon Hope: 51:26...
National Farm Machinery Show details, NCGA outlook, the music of Annemarie Picerno
December 18, 2020 12:00 - 58 minutes - 81.6 MBOn this episode, hear from Kentucky Venues President and National Farm Machinery Show President David Beck about the show’s new 2021 dates; National Corn Growers Association First Vice President Chris Edgington talks about some of the organization’s key priorities for 2021 and Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Annemarie Picerno. Time stamps David Beck, Kentucky Venues/National Farm Machinery Show: 1:10 Chandler Eq...
Ep. 85: National Farm Machinery Show details, NCGA outlook, the music of Annemarie Picerno
December 18, 2020 12:00 - 58 minutes - 81.6 MBOn this episode, hear from Kentucky Venues President and National Farm Machinery Show President David Beck about the show’s new 2021 dates; National Corn Growers Association First Vice President Chris Edgington talks about some of the organization’s key priorities for 2021 and Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Annemarie Picerno. Time stamps David Beck, Kentucky Venues/National Farm Machinery Show: 1:10 Chandler Eq...
Ep. 84: Closing wheels and bin monitors with Farm Shop Mfg., soil microbiomes with Heliae, talking taxes with All States Ag Parts, the music of Margie Singleton
December 11, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 110 MBOn this episode, Iowa farmer and Farm Shop Mfg. founder Tony Wendler talks about the closing wheels and grain bin monitors he has developed, Julia Engler with Heliae Agriculture tells us how a soil microbiome program started by Arizona State University has become a commercial success, Terry Burkart with All States Ag Parts talks sales tax and Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of country music legend Margie Singleton.
Ep. 83: Farm Rescue, The Farm Must Go On Preview Part 2, Keeping kids safe on the farm, the music of Rye Davis
December 04, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 124 MBOn this episode, Dan Erdmann, project manager with Farm Rescue and North Dakota farmer Larry Leier discuss the mission of the nonprofit organization and we preview the Dec. 9 benefit concert, presented by John Deere, featuring Dustin Lynch, Maddie and Tae, Mickey Guyton, Tyler Farr and Travis Denning. Scott Heiberger with the National Farm Medicine Center talks about keeping kids safe on the farm during a period of virtual learning and Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and ...
Ep. 82: How the election might affect ag, combine cleanup, irrigation talk, Kolt Barber, the music of American Blonde
November 27, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 226 MBOn this episode, Jay Truitt with Policy Solutions and Michael Torrey, a consultant with Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, discuss how the recent election outcomes might affect agriculture. Terry Burkart with All States Ag Parts shares combine cleanup tips and Albert Maurin with Lindsay Corporation talks about the latest developments in irrigation. Ray Bohacz presents “Bushels and Cents,” singer/songwriter and ag consultant Kolt Barber drops by to talk about his latest projects and we feature th...
Ep. 81: Ag innovation with Case IH and John Deere dealer AHW, talking turkey, the music of Jon Mullins
November 20, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 216 MBOn this episode, presented by D&S Tires Inc., Kurt Coffey, Head of Global Marketing Communications for Case IH and Justin Blanchette, Precision Ag Business Manager for John Deere dealership AHW LLC talk about how innovation and technology are driving agriculture. We talk turkey with the American Farm Bureau Federation and the USDA and hear a special message from Hall of Fame farm broadcaster Orion Samuelson. Ray Bohacz has another installment of “Bushels and Cents,” and we feature the music ...
Ep. 80: Salute To Veterans: Farmer Veteran Coalition, J.T. Cooper, Jenny Leigh Miller
November 13, 2020 12:00 - 2 hours - 281 MBOn this episode, Farmer Veteran Coalition Founder and Chief Agricultural Officer Michael O’Gorman discusses the work of the nation’s largest nonprofit that connects veterans and active-duty military members to careers in agriculture. Nashville singer/songwriter and Warrior Rounds founder J.T. Cooper discusses that organization’s work and his involvement in the Blackhawk Down incident. Also, country music recording artist Jenny Leigh Miller talks about her time as an Army intelligence officer...
Ep. 79: The election and ag, H-2A changes, John Deere and Farm Rescue team up, the Hot Rod Farmer, the music of Ashlie Amber
November 06, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 204 MBOn this episode we discuss some of the changes to Congressional ag committees as a result of the election. Also, the U.S. Department of Labor has changed how farm labor rate increases are determined. John Deere’s Nate Clark and Farm Rescue Founder Bill Gross stop by to talk about their partnership and a benefit concert slated for Dec. 9, featuring Dustin Lynch, Maddie and Tae, Mickey Guyton, Tyler Farr and Travis Denning. We profile content sharing partner, “The Hot Rod Farmer,” Ray Bohacz a...
Ep. 78: Ag renaissance at Illinois Valley CC, U.S. harvest update, China buying more, United We Ag profile, country artists Bobby Marquez and Brecken Miles
October 30, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 193 MBOn this episode, Willard Mott and Kathryn Seebruck of Illinois Valley Community College talk about the momentum of the revived ag program, which just opened a new facility. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey provides a weather outlook and harvest report for corn, soybeans, cotton and peanuts, as well a winter wheat planting update. American Farm Bureau Federation Chief Economist John Newton talks about China’s recent U.S. commodity purchases, which include the first-ever U.S. rice buy. Ray Bohac...
Ep. 77: Tractor winterization tips, CLAAS expands hay and forage tools, bovine facial recognition, building dairies in Minecraft, stand for the flag with Dustin Collins, the music of Mira Goto
October 23, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 186 MBAll States Ag Parts' Terry Burkart talks tractor winterization and CLAAS' John Schofield discusses the new ORBIS headers and DISCO mowers. Dairy Management Inc. uses video games, including Minecraft, to reach Gen-Zers and Kansas State University researchers develop a smartphone app for bovine facial recognition to store herd information in the cloud. Ray Bohacz has another installment of “Bushels and Cents” and Dustin Collins releases “Stand For The Flag.” The episode also features the music...
Ep. 76: AgMonitor, Clint Boyer, FFA and DeKalb team up, Colorado Farm Show scholarships, WASDE reaction, the music of Paige King Johnson
October 16, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 165 MBOn this episode, Olivier Jerphagnon, founder and CEO of AgMonitor (Formerly PowWow), talks about new funding and the business of helping California growers manage their water usage. Keith Maxey with the Colorado Farm Show talks about the show’s scholarship program, which will continue despite the cancelation of the 2021 show. We hear about NASCAR star Clint Boyer teaming up with DeKalb and FFA for a scholarship contest. Shelby Myers with the American Farm Bureau Federation provides reaction ...
Ep. 75: The hunt for ag equipment techs, bison talk, FFA Time Changes scholarship, the music of Scott Southworth
October 09, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 235 MBOn this episode, Henry Wycoff and Kevin Ash of AHW LLC discuss what makes a good ag machinery service technician, Dave Carter of the National Bison Association discusses developments in the bison ranching industry, Nashville recording artist Stephanie Nash talks about the release of her “Time Changes” single and gives an update on her FFA scholarship contest, Ray Bohacz has another installment of “Bushels and Cents” and we feature the music of Academy of Western Artists Award-winning singer/...
Ep. 74: Farm Bureau examines the cattle market, USDA grain stocks, the music of Ray Scott
October 02, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 205 MBOn this episode, Scott Bennett, Director of Congressional Relations for the American Farm Bureau Federation, talks about the work of the Cattle Market Working Group. Joe Vaclavik, President and Founder of Standard Grain in Nashville, Tennessee, recaps the USDA Grain Stocks and Small Grains reports, Ray Bohacz presents another episode of “Bushels and Cents,” and we hear the music of traditional country music star Ray Scott.
Ep. 73: CFAP2, remembering W.S. Holland, talking hemp with Dr. Tony Brannon, the music of The Render Sisters
September 25, 2020 11:00 - 59 minutes - 136 MBDetails on the second round of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program payments, Congress extends Commodity Credit Corporation funding, Orion Samuelson calling it a career, remembering Evan Slack and W.S. “Fluke” Holland, talking Hemp with Murray State University’s Dr. Tony Brannon and Ray Bohacz presents “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Pam Tillis proteges, The Render Sisters.
Ep. 72: John Deere, AHW tackle tech shortage, Growmark plans essay contest, the music of Alecia Nugent
September 18, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 183 MBOn this episode, Grant Suhre of John Deere and Morgan Hester with AHW LLC discuss what John Deere is doing to recruit, train and retail maintenance technicians for John Deere dealerships. Karen Jones with Growmark talks about the agricultural cooperative’s 2021 essay contest for some Midwest FFA students, Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents,” and we feature the music of bluegrass and traditional country music artist Alecia Nugent. Time stamps Grant Suhre, John D...
Ep. 71 Farm Science Review preview, Case IH goes virtual, fall harvest safety tips, the music of Johnny and the Mongrels
September 11, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 198 MBNick Zachrich with The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences previews Farm Science Review 2020, which will be held virtually Sept. 22-24. Case IH Corporate Events Manager Rebecca Ivey talks about the manufacturer preparing content for virtual fall farm shows, and Cheryl Skjolaas with the University of Wisconsin Center for Agricultural Safety and Health offers fall harvest safety tips. Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents” and ...
Ep. 70: Harvest prep with Estes, Perdue on China, ethanol and CFAP, the music of Ben Fuller
September 04, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 182 MBOn this episode, Brian Robertson, CEO of Estes Performance Concaves, talks about preparing combines for the fall harvest. He also talks about his company’s new XPR 2 concaves. U.S. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue talks Chinese commodity purchases, and he, Sen. Chuck Grassley and U.S. Rep. Collin Peterson weigh in on ethanol industry struggles, and CFAP deadlines are discussed. Ray Bohacz presents “Bushels and Cents” and we feature the music of country music singer/songwriter Ben Fuller.
Ep. 69: AgRally Farm Show on RFD-TV, AEM’s Curt Blades, the music of Taylon Hope
August 28, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 205 MBOn this episode Patrick Driscoll, President and CEO of the Certified Agriculture Dealership Program, talks about AgRally, America’s New Live Farm Show, which will be featured on RFD-TV. Curt Blades, Senior Vice President, Agricultural Services, for the Association of Equipment Manufacturers discusses how ag equipment manufacturers have weathered 2020, Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents” and we chat with rising Nashville singer/songwriter Taylon Hope.
EP. 68: AHW perseveres, John Deere goes virtual, Eric Reed (Part 2), The music of John Berry
August 21, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 211 MBOn this episode, Roy Johnson with John Deere dealer AHW LLC talks about how the dealership used the strength of its website to navigate the pandemic, John Deere’s Laurel Caes talks about how the manufacturer has had to pivot from in-person fall farm shows to virtual events, The Hot Rod Farmer, Ray Bohacz, shares his “Bushels and Cents” tips and we have the second part of our conversation with Corn Warriors Season 4 competitor, Eric Reed. The episode also features a conversation with Grammy-w...
Ep. 67: FFA in the new school year, Ray Bohacz, Corn Warriors competitor Eric Reed, a conversation with Opry legend Jeannie Seely
August 14, 2020 14:02 - 1 hour - 166 MBOn this episode we have a summary of the USDA August Crop Production Report and a discussion with National FFA Organization Communications Manager Kristy Meyer about how FFA will help guide chapters through an unusual school year and what a virtual national convention might look like. We introduce “Bushels and Cents,” a new feature from the Hot Rod Farmer, Ray Bohacz, and we talk with Corn Warriors Season 4 competitor Eric Reed. The episode also features a conversation with Grand Ole Opry le...
Ep. 66: Soybean research on demand, National Farmers Union President Rob Larew, Corn Warriors competitor Jake Drozd, the music of Craig Campbell
August 07, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 174 MBOn this episode, Iowa farmer and United Soybean Board director Tom Oswald talks about the redesigned Soybean Research & Information Network, National Farmers Union President Rob Larew talks innovation, COVID-19, cattle industry challenges and more, and we profile Corn Warriors Season 4 competitor Jake Drozd. The episode also features the music of Craig Campbell.
Soybean research on demand, National Farmers Union President Rob Larew, Corn Warriors competitor Jake Drozd, the music of Craig Campbell
August 07, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 174 MBOn this episode, Iowa farmer and United Soybean Board director Tom Oswald talks about the redesigned Soybean Research & Information Network, National Farmers Union President Rob Larew talks innovation, COVID-19, cattle industry challenges and more, and we profile Corn Warriors Season 4 competitor Jake Drozd. The episode also features the music of Craig Campbell.
Ep. 65: Michelin’s David Graden, Sonny Perdue, Corn Warriors’ Dan Leupkes, the music of Matt Kennon
July 31, 2020 13:03 - 36 minutes - 83.2 MBOn this episode, David Graden, the agricultural operational marketing manager for Michelin North America talks about new tire technology and U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue addresses the National Association of Farm Broadcasting. We continue our series on Corn Warriors Season 4 competitors with a profile of Dan Leupkes and we feature the music of country music singer-songwriter Matt Kennon.
Ep. 64: A/C fixes, Stephanie Nash FFA scholarship, Corn Warrior Cory Atley, U.S. corn and soybean outlook, the music of Lockeland
July 24, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 157 MBOn this episode, Terry Burkart of All States Ag Parts talks about diagnosing and repairing air conditioning problems in farm equipment. Nashville singer/songwriter and fourth-generation dairy farmer Stephanie Nash talks about an FFA scholarship program she is launching and we profile Corn Warriors competitor Cory Atley. We receive a corn and soybean outlook from USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey, and we feature the music of Lockeland.
Ep. 63: Kolt Barber’s American Cowboy Showdown, Corn Warriors, the music of Dallas Remington
July 17, 2020 12:00 - 57 minutes - 134 MBOn this episode we visit Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, for Bulls and Barrels 2020 to benefit Abigail’s Plan, a stop on Kolt Barber’s American Cowboy Showdown. We also talk with Corn Warriors stars Kevin Kalb and Brooks Cardinal, as well as show creator Seth Wood. The episode also features the music of country music singer/songwriter Dallas Remington.
Ep. 62: Agriculture content creation, the W.S. Holland story, the music of Allie Colleen
July 10, 2020 16:00 - 2 hours - 277 MBOn this episode we discuss agriculture content creation with Hank and Gina Hamilton of the Hamiltonville Farm YouTube channel, and with Maddy Buxton, Culture and Trends Manager at YouTube. We also talk about the new book “Behind The Man In Black: The WS Holland Story,” with coauthor Ron Haney, and we feature the music of singer/songwriter Allie Colleen.
Ep. 61: Ag checkup at 2020 midpoint with Zippy Duvall and David Widmar, the music of KayLyn Pace
July 03, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 204 MBIn this episode, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall and ag economist and Agricultural Economic Insights cofounder David Widmar assess the agriculture industry at the midpoint of 2020. The episode also features the music of emerging Nashville country music hitmaker KayLyn Pace. Time stamps: Zippy Duvall, American Farm Bureau Federation: 2:23 David Widmar, Agricultural Economic Insights: 32:07 KayLyn Pace: 57:41
Ep. 60: New John Deere X Series combines, off-farm income, the music of Southbound 75
June 26, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 145 MBNathan Kramer from John Deere talks about the new X9 1000 and 1100 combines; American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall discusses carbon credits; National Corn Growers Association Yield Contest deadline approaches and agricultural entrepreneurship coach Matt Brechwald talks off-farm income. The episode features the music of Southbound 75.
Ep. 59: Talking combines with CLAAS and All States Ag Parts, ag innovation Part 2, the music of Will Banister
June 19, 2020 16:00 - 57 minutes - 134 MBOn this episode we talk combines with CLAAS and All States Ag Parts. We also have the second part of the fireside chat on agriculture innovation with U.S. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue and SVG Ventures cofounder and CEO John Hartnett, and we hear the music of country music singer/songwriter Will Banister. Blake McOllough, CLAAS of America: 1:03 Terry Burkart, All States Ag Parts: 10:10 Sonny Perdue and John Hartnett: 17:08 Will Banister: 32:36