The Toast Podcast
45 episodes - English - Latest episode: 29 days ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsFrom farmers to venture capitalists, The Ag Center dives deep into everything agriculture. Doug Brunner and Sam Looper are young ag entrepreneurs that want to explore the modern side of agriculture, how things are quickly evolving and how young entrepreneurs can get involved.
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Behind the Scenes with the Creators of My Job Depends on Ag
March 20, 2024 00:00 - 56 minutes - 39.2 MBA Toast to Unity: Behind the Scenes with the Creators of My Job Depends on Ag! Join us in this episode of The Toast as we sit down with the dynamic duo behind the My Job Depends on Ag sticker - Erik and Steve. Discover the fascinating journey of how it all began, from the inception of the sticker to its widespread distribution. Delve into their personal connections to agriculture and uncover the true passions driving their commitment to this impactful movement. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag ...
From Seed to Table with Zach Wortiska
March 08, 2024 13:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB"A Toast to educating on the ag industry" In this episode, we're joined by Zach Wortiskas, an expert in the vegetable industry and agricultural social media. We explore Zach's journey, from his early influences and education at Cal Poly to his role as the California Sales Manager for Seedway Vegetable Team. Delving into his expertise in growing quality vegetables and addressing industry challenges like water impact and supply chain disruptions, we gain insight into the complexities of the ag...
Celebrating The 2024 World Ag Expo!
February 27, 2024 08:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBJoin us for "OG Talk" a special episode of "The Toast" as we raise our glasses to the 2024 World Ag Expo! In this exclusive episode, we're thrilled to bring you live from The Ag Center booth at this year event. Our esteemed guests include John Yergat from JFS, Russel Harris representing The Almond Company, and Robert Huckaby from Westside Equipment. Together, we dive deep into their backgrounds, exploring the journeys that led them to their current positions. From humble beginnings to indust...
A Toast To: Celebrating The 2024 World Ag Expo!
February 27, 2024 08:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBJoin us for "OG Talk" a special episode of "The Toast" as we raise our glasses to the 2024 World Ag Expo! In this exclusive episode, we're thrilled to bring you live from The Ag Center booth at this year event. Our esteemed guests include John Yergat from JFS, Russel Harris representing The Almond Company, and Robert Huckaby from Westside Equipment. Together, we dive deep into their backgrounds, exploring the journeys that led them to their current positions. From humble beginnings to indust...
A Toast To: Investing in Agriculture
February 08, 2024 21:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBIn this episode of The Toast we're jumping into the world of agriculture investments, featuring two prominent companies, Madera Pumps and Axia Water. Your host, Sam Looper dives into the rich history of Madera Pumps and Axia Water's recent acquisition that's making waves in the private equity space. Joining us are representatives from both companies Matt Angell with Madera Pumps, and Amanda Nelson with Axia Water. To kick things off, we'll explore Madera Pumps' journey, serving growers in...
A Toast To: Reducing Inflation & The Cost of Living
January 19, 2024 12:00 - 58 minutes - 40.7 MBIn this episode of The Toast, we explore the political journey of Michael Maher. Covering his early influences, education, and tech involvement, we dive into Maher's diverse professional experiences, from the U.S Navy to leading a jet company. Addressing critical issues like inflation and supply chain disruptions, we highlight Maher's dedication. This episode concludes with a toast to Michael Maher, the 21st District Congressional Candidate, restoring opportunities in the Central Valley. Che...
A Toast to: The Next Generation of Cain Trucking!
December 11, 2023 19:00 - 46 minutes - 32.5 MBIn this episode of The Toast Podcast, we explore the rich history of Cain Trucking, a company celebrating a remarkable 100 years in the business. Special guest Paul Barcellos shares his personal connection to Cain Trucking, its origins, and the meaning behind its distinctive red and blue colors. We delve into intriguing trucker code names and discover Paul's favorite aspects of the trucking industry. We also learn about the transformative power of social media in agriculture and how Cain Tru...
A Toast To: Westside Equipment
November 03, 2023 15:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBIn this episode, we're bringing you the perfect blend of technology and industry know-how. None other than Westside Equipment's CEO, Robert Huckaby, is here to bring you the latest updates, along with our host, Sam Looper. In this exciting segment, Robert shares his wealth of experience in agriculture, along with Westside Equipment's recent venture into the vineyard market. Plus, they'll dish out essential tips for farmers looking to make informed equipment decisions for the upcoming year. S...
A Toast To: The Future of The Ag Center
September 22, 2023 19:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBWe're back and ready for Season 5! In our kickoff episode, Doug Brunner and Sam Looper discuss the upcoming transformations at The Ag Center and the preparations farmers and growers should make. Discover the newly enhanced E-commerce platform set to revolutionize the farming perspective! Navigate effortlessly through AGC products, services, and financial offerings, all now just a click away. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies using code "Toast" for 5% ...
Toast to: The world's first and only autonomous orchard sprayers -- GUSS Automation
December 28, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBHe is the COO of GUSS Automation, the company that developed the world's first and only autonomous orchard sprayers. Today we get to talk to Gary Thompson, one of the influential men behind the technology that is helping solve some of the most pressing challenges in the agriculture industry: labor, efficiency, and safety. Sit back, grab a beer, and lets toast to some seriously inspiring innovation in the ag industry! Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies...
Toast to: Staying Grounded in Ag with Jay Mahil
December 14, 2021 15:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBOne of Madera's finest, Jay Mahil from Creekside Farming, comes on The Toast with our host Doug Brunner. Tune in as he talks about the importance of investing in our youth in the agriculture industry, diversification, the immense opportunities this country has to offer if you're willing to work, and the upper hand family owned businesses have in this industry. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies using code "Toast" for 5% off! Check out their website:...
Toast to: Getting your WATTS UP!
November 03, 2021 17:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBOne of the top up and coming entrepreneurs in the ag service industry, Kyle Espinola, unpacks what it takes to build a successful business and how he got to where he is today - running 3 powerful ag service businesses in the Central Valley. Tune in as he introduces his newest company, Watts Up Solar, and shares the stories behind Caddyshack Rodent Services and Tree Barber Topping and Hedging. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies using code "Toast" for 5...
Toast to: Ag Tech
October 05, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBThis week, Doug Brunner gets to welcome The Ag Center's newest affiliate Cultivated Technology Group on The Toast Podcast! Tune in as Doug Brunner and John Paul discuss how John's background in farming gave him better understanding of a farmer's needs when starting up an ag tech company. Grab a drink, sit back, and learn more about how the agriculture industry is making a huge shift in the technology space. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies using cod...
A Toast to: Entrepreneurs
September 21, 2021 15:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBWelcome back to Season 4 of The Toast Podcast! If you've tuned in before, you know by now that The Ag Center is all about entrepreneurs, so much so that we dedicated a whole series to it! In this episode, Doug Brunner interviews Luis Gil, Farm Manager for Harris Family Farms. Tune in to listen from Luis Gil on how he got to where he is today, gaining respect, and building relationships. "A guy who wants it, asks questions, and accepts the humility to ask questions that will make you better."...
A Toast to: Lorenzo Neal!
April 20, 2021 16:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBToday we are talking about America's favorite sport with one of Doug Brunner's favorite NFL players, Lorenzo Neal! Tune in as this hometown hero talks about Faith, Family, and Sports to finish off Season 3 of The Toast.
A Toast to: Lorenzo Neal!
April 20, 2021 16:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBToday we are talking about America's favorite sport with one of Doug Brunner's favorite NFL players, Lorenzo Neal! Tune in as this hometown hero talks about Faith, Family, and Sports to finish off Season 3 of The Toast. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies using code "Toast" for 5% off! Check out their website: https://theagcenter.com/ 🧢 Explore AgriFit Apparel for their signature hat collections! Visit their online store: https://www.agrifitapparel.com/
A Toast To: sustainibeef!
April 06, 2021 17:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBThe Ag Center is all about entrepreneurship, and this week we were lucky enough to host Tony Lopes, agriculture enthusiast and business owner. Tony is the founder of sustainibeef, a monthly subscription box of premium quality and locally grown beef, and Precision Genetic Solutions, genetic consulting for a new wave of dairy producers looking to drive future performance! Listen in as he shares his journey growing up in agriculture and where the industry has led him today Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at ...
A Toast To: Ag On Wheels
March 16, 2021 17:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBThere is definitely a place for women in the agriculture industry, and on today's episode of The Toast, Michelle Martin proved that. Michelle is a mother, wife, entrepreneur, ag enthusiast/educator, tv show host, and magazine owner. Michelle came to The Ag Center to visit and film for her tv show, Ag On Wheels. Tune in as we listen to her journey of becoming so involved in agriculture and the obstacles that led her to where she is now. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers ...
A Toast To: Sustainability.
March 02, 2021 18:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBIn order to continue to provide food for the entire world and its growing population, farmers need to become more efficient and also more sustainable. Tune in as we talk about sustainability within the agriculture industry, the issues farmer's face today, and educate listeners on the way that farmers are trying to conserve resources. Keith Yamamoto, president of Central Irrigation and partner of The Ag Center, discusses these important topics with our affiliates Pacific Farm Management, Barr...
A Toast To: Major Williams
February 16, 2021 19:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBWe’re back with a very special guest on Episode 6 of Season 3 of The Toast! The Republican candidate for the Governor of California 2022 race, Mr. Major Williams, joined The Ag Center for a full day of discussion, education, and fun! On this episode of The Toast, listeners have the opportunity to learn about Major’s upbringing, his family, and the leadership goals he has set for himself as the next governor of California. A big THANK YOU to Major Williams for coming to The Ag Center and allo...
A Toast To: Friendships
February 02, 2021 18:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBTune in to our latest episode of The Toast! Today we are talking with Brendan Johnson, a friend of many and a huge supporter of The Ag Center. Listen along as Doug Brunner and Brendan dive into their backgrounds and discuss the success of The Ag Center. Find out why it is a great opportunity for not only farmers and growers, but also young people in agriculture. Thank you, Brendan, for all your kind words and support! Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies...
A Toast To: Doug Brunner
January 19, 2021 18:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBWelcome back to The Toast! We are in our 4th episode of season 3 and we are switching things up a bit! Tune in as Josh Dowell of Water and Land Solutions interviews Doug Brunner, founder of The Ag Center, as he takes us back to his initial vision for The Ag Center and how he sees it progressing in the future. Doug explains the evolution of his career path and expresses gratitude to the people who have been a part of his successes. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and f...
A Toast To: Boots!
January 05, 2021 18:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBIn this episode of The Toast, we are happy to have Scott Peters, owner of Sebastian Boot Company with our founder, Doug Brunner. Scott is a local from Fresno, CA and has put a modern twist to western wear with his boots. Tune in as he explains everything from his dreams as a designer to the entire process of his boots and what makes them so unique. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies using code "Toast" for 5% off! Check out their website: https://theag...
A Toast To: Boots!
January 05, 2021 18:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBIn this episode of The Toast, we are happy to have Scott Peters, owner of Sebastian Boot Company with our founder, Doug Brunner. Scott is a local from Fresno, CA and has put a modern twist to western wear with his boots. Tune in as he explains everything from his dreams as a designer to the entire process of his boots and what makes them so unique.
A Toast To: Ag On The Field
December 22, 2020 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBWe’re back with another episode of The Toast! For our second episode of season 3, we welcome Fresno State football commit Jordan Hornbeak as he sits down with Doug Brunner to discuss the dreams and goals he has for his career in football. Jordan also takes us down memory lane by sharing his experiences growing up in the agriculture industry. We are excited to have such a star representing the young people of agriculture on and off the field! Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your ferti...
A Toast To: Yields!
December 03, 2020 18:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBTune in and listen to The Toast's FIRST episode, kicking off season 3! In this episode, we are happy to have one of our affiliates, Matt Nicoletti with Penny Newman, and their two partners from Aqua Yield. Listen as we hear about the collaborations between Penny Newman & Aqua Yield in their products, what they do for farmers & growers, and the science that makes it all happen. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies using code "Toast" for 5% off! Check...
A Toast To: Yields!
December 03, 2020 18:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBTune in and listen to The Toast's FIRST episode, kicking off season 3! In this episode, we are happy to have one of our affiliates, Matt Nicoletti with Penny Newman, and their two partners from Aqua Yield. Listen as we hear about the collaborations between Penny Newman & Aqua Yield in their products, what they do for farmers & growers, and the science that makes it all happen.
A Toast To: MONEY!
November 23, 2020 16:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBTo finish off season two of The Toast, we are happy to introduce our new affiliate, Big Valley Capital. Tune in as we listen to co-owners Sean Haynes & Tyler Rath explain the importance of finance and the impact they have made by assisting farmers and growers with money management consultations. In this episode, we are toasting to new beginnings and bittersweet endings as we welcome our new affiliates and wrap up season two of The Toast. But don’t worry, season three is coming soon so lookou...
A Toast To: Migliazzo Brothers
November 10, 2020 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBIn this episode of The Toast, we get to listen to Doug Brunner catch up with two of his childhood friends, Matt and Ben Migliazzo. They describe what it was like growing up in the dairy industry and how they have each branched off into different jobs within agriculture. Tune in as they discuss their appreciation for their childhood in agriculture and the industry’s diversity. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies using code "Toast" for 5% off! Check out t...
A Toast To: Generations!
October 19, 2020 19:00 - 10 minutes - 7.15 MBIn this episode of The Toast, Kyle Espinola of Caddyshack Rodent Control Svc and Jason Troost of DCB Farming sit down and chat about the generational shift taking place within the agriculture industry today. Over the years, they have witnessed ag operations and technology evolve significantly from the time they were children to now. With open minds, they discuss how labor and technology can co-exist in the future of Ag. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supp...
Toast To: WATER!
October 06, 2020 20:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBTune in to listen to Season 2, Episode 7! It's no secret that the future of water within the Central Valley is scarce. On this episode of 'The Toast', listeners will get to hear Doug Brunner, Brad Samuelson, and Mike Fenn chat about the the important role that H2O plays in their day-to-day farming operations and their thoughts on the future of water within California. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies using code "Toast" for 5% off! Check out their we...
Toast To: The Stone Family
September 22, 2020 17:00 - 13 minutes - 9.31 MBTune in to listen to Season 2, Episode 6 of The Toast! In this episode of The Toast, Paul Stone and Carly Hansen of Kenneth Stone Spreading take Keith Yamamoto, president of Central Irrigation, back in time by giving him the history of their family owned and operated company. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies using code "Toast" for 5% off! Check out their website: https://theagcenter.com/ 🧢 Explore AgriFit Apparel for their signature hat collecti...
A Toast To: The Stone Family
September 22, 2020 17:00 - 13 minutes - 9.31 MBTune in to listen to Season 2, Episode 6 of The Toast! In this episode of The Toast, Paul Stone and Carly Hansen of Kenneth Stone Spreading take Keith Yamamoto, president of Central Irrigation, back in time by giving him the history of their family owned and operated company.
Toast To: Creating a Footprint
September 07, 2020 16:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBTune in to listen to Season 2, Episode 5 of The Toast! In this episode, Doug Brunner talks entrepreneurship with Chase Ulrich, the ‘Lebron James’ of irrigation, and Josh Bonds, the ‘Go-getter’ of DCB Farming. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies using code "Toast" for 5% off! Check out their website: https://theagcenter.com/ 🧢 Explore AgriFit Apparel for their signature hat collections! Visit their online store: https://www.agrifitapparel.com/
Toast To: Caddyshack Rodent Service
August 14, 2020 21:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBTune in to listen to Season 2, Episode 4 of The Toast! In this episode, Doug Brunner & Keith Yamamoto sit down with Caddyshack Rodent Services’ co-owners, Kyle Espinola & Clay Haynes! In this episode, you will get to hear all about how Caddyshack started, how the business is going today, and what their plans are for the future. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies using code "Toast" for 5% off! Check out their website: https://theagcenter.com/ 🧢 Explore...
Toast To: Root Creative Marketing
July 31, 2020 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBTune in to listen to Season 2, Episode 3 of The Toast! Doug Brunner chats with Root Creative Marketing's very own Stephanie Steelman, Sam Justice, Alex Merritt, and Katie Villa about all things marketing. With a focus on the agricultural community, Root uses a modern and forward thinking approach when marketing their clients. Root's goal is to help its clients notably stand out amongst their competitors. Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies using code ...
Toast To: Birds Eye View with Ceres Imaging
June 19, 2020 21:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBListen to Doug Brunner as he sits down with Matt Ribeiro to talk about what Ceres Imaging can offer farmers from a Birds Eye View. On Season 2, Episode 2, Matt Ribeiro from Ceres Imaging explains how they offer Varietal Tree Counting to save the time & expense of manual inventorying so that farmers can focus on other aspects of their business! Sponsors: 🛒 Shop at The Ag Center for your fertilizers and field supplies using code "Toast" for 5% off! Check out their website: https://theagcenter...
Birds Eye View with Ceres Imaging
June 19, 2020 21:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBListen to Doug Brunner as he sits down with Matt Ribeiro to talk about what Ceres Imaging can offer farmers from a Birds Eye View. On Season 2, Episode 2, Matt Ribeiro from Ceres Imaging explains how they offer Varietal Tree Counting to save the time & expense of manual inventorying so that farmers can focus on other aspects of their business!
Toast To: Bees
February 06, 2020 03:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBListen to Doug Brunner & Keith Yamamoto dive deep into hives...bee hives that is. On Season 2, Episode 1, Central Valley Beekeeper Ethan Rasmussen explains how bees operate and how valuable they are to the ag industry.
Toast To: Almonds with Mike Fenn
November 30, 2019 19:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBDoug Brunner and Keith Yamamoto talk to Mike Fenn from The Almond Company about the growth of his career, the shifts he's seen in the ag industry and how almonds are being used in more products than ever before.
Toast To: Almonds with Mike Fenn
November 30, 2019 19:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBDoug Brunner and Keith Yamamoto talk to Mike Fenn from The Almond Company about the growth of his career, the shifts he's seen in the ag industry and how almonds are being used in more products than ever before.
Toast To: Agriculture with Doug Brunner & Keith Yamamoto
November 05, 2019 21:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBDoug Brunner & Keith Yamamoto sit down and explain why they started The Toast and what they hope listeners can gain from their podcast. In episode 3, Doug & Keith dive into their background, where they are from and how they got into agriculture.
Toast To: Kevin France, Brad Samuelson, and Chase Hurley
September 19, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBDoug Brunner and Keith Yamamoto talk to industry experts, Kevin France, Brad Samuelson, and Chase Hurley about one of the major issues facing California farmers, water! From the importance of water accounting to California water regulations, The Toast offers listeners a detailed conversation about how water is greatly affecting growers and what steps you should take to best accommodate new changes and challenges in the industry.
Toast To: Ed De Jager & Sybrand Vander Dussen
August 23, 2019 02:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBDoug Brunner and Keith Yamamoto talk to Ed De Jager & Sybrand Vander Dussen about how they started their successful dairy farms and their thoughts on the ag industry today.
Toast To: Ed De Jager & Sybrand Vander Dussen
August 23, 2019 02:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBDoug Brunner and Keith Yamamoto talk to Ed De Jager & Sybrand Vander Dussen about how they started their successful dairy farms and their thoughts on the ag industry today.