Underdog Ag
23 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWe're having a heart to heart with the countryside, let's talk.
Hosted by Kerry Hoffschneider
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Nick Cuchetti – Missouri rancher and Conservation Agronomist at Carbon Smart Ag
March 08, 2024 06:12 - 39 minutes - 35.7 MBNick Cuchetti is a highly motivated Conservation Agronomist – Certified Crop Advisor and Real Estate Agent specializing in Regenerative Agriculture and Ecological Markets. With a strong academic background in plants and soils, Nick earned a degree in Plant and Soil Sciences from the University of Missouri. Passionate about regenerative land management and the development of Ecological Markets, Nick combines his expertise in agronomy with his extensive knowledge of real estate to offer client...
Becoming A Student of the Soil with Howard Vlieger
February 01, 2024 05:52 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBThis Underdog Ag Podcast features Maurice, Iowa farmer and livestock producer, Howard Vlieger, who started asking serious questions about agriculture in 1989 when he switched to alternative farming on their family farm. “This is when I became a ‘student of the soil’ and I have no problem admitting that ‘the more I know, the more I know I don’t know.’ What I do know is the Good Lord gave us an amazing Creation to be caretakers of and it is a never-ending learning opportunity.” Vlieger st...
Soil Health with Scott Gonnerman
December 12, 2023 06:28 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBWe saved the best for last this year on the Underdog Ag Podcast. I have been wanting to interview my cousin Scott Gonnerman for so long and I finally headed to the Gonnerman farm in York County, Neb., sat down at the kitchen table, and did just that. Scott Gonnerman has the kind of salt-of-the-earth common sense that can be a rare find nowadays. When Gonnerman was a child, he told everyone he wanted to be, “a farmer and a semi-driver.” Gonnerman has achieved all of these goals and much more...
By-O-reg+ with Dr. James Caldwell & Ken Stewart
October 27, 2023 05:05 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBI sat with two men who genuinely know the livestock industry on this Underdog Ag podcast, Mr. Ken Stewart from XL Ranch in Cowley, Wyo. and Dr. James Caldwell of Harrisburg, S.D. More about my guests: About Dr. Caldwell: James Caldwell and his wife Michelle reside in Harrisburg, S.D. with their three children – Trey, Jackson, and Zoey. James grew up farming tobacco and managing cow/calf operations in Ohio. He knew at a young age all he wanted to do was farm; however, he fell in love wit...
Wayne Swanson - Farmer, Trailblazer, & Difference Maker
September 27, 2023 05:05 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBIt’s Underdog Ag podcast time again. This month we spent some time with Mr. Wayne Swanson. There is a way in agriculture to do what you love and use your gifts. You will absolutely believe that after listening to my friend sending his positive message clear from Decatur, GA. What an inspiring visit Wayne. Thank you so much. You’re helping so many people and making a big difference. Find Wayne’s endeavors by searching for Swanson Family Farm on Facebook and www.swansonfamilyfarmllc.com -...
Genevieve Tonniges - Wessels Living History Farm
August 03, 2023 04:33 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBThe Underdog Ag podcast presents: Genevieve Tonniges, a York County native, and University of Nebraska - Lincoln graduate, who now serves as the executive director at Wessels Living History Farm. Combining a passion for agriculture, history, and community, she's starting this new chapter with vision, enthusiasm, and love for the farm. In her free time, she's an avid reader, an armchair historian, an amateur writer, an aspiring world-traveler, and a sub-par gardener. -- Thank you for listen...
Emily Estes - Wellness Advocate & NEDN Co-Founder
June 06, 2023 05:15 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBThe Underdog Ag podcast presents … Emily Estes, Registered Dietitian – MS, RD, LMNT and speaker at the upcoming June 28-29 Graze Master Group event, “Historic Roots for Agriculture’s Future.” Register and see the complete agenda here: www.grazemastergroup.com/events or call/text Kerry at 402-363-8963. About Emily: Emily is the Founder of Cultivated Legacy Consulting where she seeks to empower agricultural families and businesses to engage in intentional practices that promote a legac...
Del Ficke, Graze Master Co-Founder & Larry Hafer, Agoro Carbon Dir.
May 02, 2023 03:35 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBDel Ficke of Ficke Cattle Company and co-founder of the Graze Master Group took time to visit with longtime friend Larry Hafer, Director of Agoro Carbon U.S. about agriculture’s incredible potential. The duo is super pumped about the Graze Master Group’s exciting event coming up June 28-29: “Historic Roots for Agriculture’s Future” at Harvest Hall in Seward, Neb. You can find the complete agenda and registration here:www.grazemastergroup.com/events We are more than happy to also take ...
Jason Mauck - Farmer & Keynote Speaker, Mauck Farms
March 30, 2023 03:14 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBJason Mauck is a keynote speaker at the Graze Master Group event: “Historic Roots for Agriculture’s Future” to be held at Harvest Hall in Seward, Neb. Wednesday, June 28-Thursday, June 29, 2023. Mauck farms in Gaston, Ind. with his family. He is passionately curious and is looking at agriculture through a different lens with the next generation in mind. He believes that the sharing economy will transform every industry, including agriculture, in the next few years. Mauck wants to create mor...
Clay Craigton - Agoro Carbon Alliance
March 01, 2023 04:31 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBFarmers and ranchers, don’t self-disqualify yourselves from the carbon market until you have called Clay Craighton and had an honest conversation. Clay and Agoro Carbon Alliance are meeting farmers and ranchers where they are at and finding a host of ways to connect producers to the carbon market all while making them more profitable and their soil and natural resources better! Based in Clear Lake, Iowa, Clay Craighton is an experienced Agoro Carbon Alliance sales manager and agronomist who...
PK’s Revival - Genni Lekai and Misty Hirschfeld
December 30, 2022 04:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBYour mouths will water and your hearts will feel the love when you hear Genni Lekai and Misty Hirschfeld talk about how they are reviving far more than a small town restaurant in Benedict, Neb. PK’s Revival is about community, entrepreneurship and sharing love and faith through food and fellowship. It’s just plain good all around and now I am hungry for fried chicken and pie! Follow PK’s at www.facebook.com/pksrevival Thank you for listening! Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe. ...
Ashley Bruner - Agoro Carbon Alliance
November 28, 2022 05:06 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBThis Underdog Ag podcast features Illinois-born farm enthusiast, Ashley Bruner! She has a deep acumen and passion for all aspects of agriculture. From fighting wildfires, to showing horses and working hard to save the soil, listen to this true woman for agriculture share a portion of her story. Contact Ashley at: 970.302.5153 Learn more about Agoro at: agorocarbonalliance.com/agoro-carbon-graze-master -- Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe. HOST: Kerry Hoffschneider GUEST: Ashley...
Matt Denetclaw - Navajo Nation
October 18, 2022 04:55 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBHello Underdog Ag podcast listeners. This interview should inspire everyone. Here’s why. Matt Denetclaw is a farmer and rancher in Shiprock, New Mexico and a proud member of the Navajo Nation. My sincere hope is that you will listen to Matt’s story and share it. Maybe, just maybe, it will create relationships between 4-H Clubs, FFA groups and more in Nebraska and elsewhere with Matt’s efforts in Indian Country. Maybe it will be used in curriculum in classrooms to help bridge cultural b...
Friday Night Lights - Grazemaster Edition
September 16, 2022 04:08 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBIt’s all about “Friday Night Lights and Saving the Family Farm” on this month’s Underdog Ag Podcast. This interview has all the makings of a great sports story and so much more friends and neighbors. I am so excited to share my visit with Kirk Peterson, founder of Peterson Asset Protection Group and member of the Graze Master Group. Everyone in rural USA and around the world can appreciate this heartwarming, hardworking, true story arising from the heartland. Not a sports enthusiast? It ...
The Essentials of Agriculture Workshop - August 2022
July 21, 2022 05:20 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBThe Graze Master Group - the first effort of its kind in the nation and world, will be holding their inaugural event: The Essentials of Agriculture Workshop; Friday, Aug. 26 through Saturday, Aug. 27 at the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds in Sidney, Neb. Register by calling or texting (402) 363-8963 or online at www.grazemastergroup.com “The Graze Master Group believes in a comprehensive approach to total agriculture health which is focused on the health of ag business finances and the great...
BBQ & Pride in a Job Well Done w/ JIMMYL's
July 01, 2022 04:50 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBThis month, the Underdog Ag Podcast will make your mouth water and your heart so happy to hear a story about hard work and a sincere, dedicated passion for none other than delicious barbecue and all sorts of satisfying, made-from-scratch side dishes. It’s all about taking, “Pride in a Job Well Done” at JIMMYL’s where Jimmy Lenzen and his crew have been, “Catering to Flavor Since 2008.” Jimmy started cooking in his mama’s kitchen and the rest is history … The Graze Master Group is also ple...
Preserving Water and Empowering Others w/ Amber Weber
May 31, 2022 04:28 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBAmber Weber is juggling glass balls in the air and she isn’t dropping a single one. This mom, wife, entrepreneur and more is all things can-do! Listen as Amber describes her passion for helping others and ensuring earth’s natural resources are strategically protected for generations to come. I am certain listeners who are dreaming to fulfill their dreams will find this interview both informational and inspirational! -- HOST: Kerry Hoffschneider GUEST: Amber Weber, Executive Dir., Di...
Worldwide Soil Testing & Ag. Chemistry with Ward Labs
April 29, 2022 04:41 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBImagine having thousands of soil and water samples dumped on your desk every day to carefully analyze. That sounds daunting to me! However, the team at Ward Labs welcomes this opportunity. This month the Underdog Ag podcast features, Jordan Westengaard, Quality Assurance/Quality Control Manager for Ward’s. Jordan joined Ward Laboratories, Inc. in January 2020. He received his BS in Chemistry from the University of Nebraska-Kearney in 2010. Jordan’s enthusiasm is sure to inspire listeners ...
Visualizing Better Sustainability with Hybrid85
March 29, 2022 03:45 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBMore American dreams coming to fruition on the Underdog Ag Podcast! This month, country and city folks alike will absolutely love listening to Nate Belcher talk about his corn quest and dreams to change the world through Hybrid85! Belcher is one of the visionaries behind Hybrid85 based out of Omaha, Neb. It’s a company inspired to truly help the farmers and ranchers they serve. The Underdog Ag Podcast team couldn’t be more excited about its growth across the USA. Belcher said it’s a...
A Decolonizing Pathway — Let it GrOw Farmacy
February 14, 2022 06:12 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBMeet Andrea Hall of the Umatilla Tribe and visionary behind, “Let it GrOw Farmacy.” It’s a dream in action that is, “a decolonizing pathway and a space to develop ideas to reconnect and heal by grounding and cultivating change through positive action." Andrea is truly a powerful seed that is awakening the universe … listen as she discusses the foundational stages of her efforts and her love for the land and people. Sometimes we just need to speak our dreams. That is what Underdog Ag is a...
Livestock Supplements and the Rural Way of Life
January 05, 2022 04:28 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBThis is a story about an immigrant from South Africa with a drive to strive for the American dream – hold strong and true to hard work, freedom, and independence; raise a family; and positively impact the community and neighbors at home and now across the U.S.A. and Canada. Trevor Greenfield gives credit to his family, a great network of supporters, and the farmers and ranchers he serves in this podcast that features how Rio Nutrition – riomax.net – got its start and continues to grow its ...
Better Cattle and Getting Back to the Basics
November 03, 2021 05:18 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBLast episode, I interviewed Del Ficke and Ken Stewart about the Graze Master Group and their upcoming Saturday, Nov. 13 Inaugural Graze Master Cattle Sale and Educational event. Josh Freiberger of Hague Angus Ranch is excited to also be featuring some cattle at the event on Nov. 13. Listen to Josh talk about life on the ranch near Alliance, Neb. and more on episode two of the Underdog Ag podcast: “Much of where breeding philosophies have gone wrong is with all this technology. The cow...
Changing the Game with The Graze Master Group
October 13, 2021 04:27 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBChange in the cattle industry is needed! That's the premise behind The Graze Master Group and its mission: To produce sensible cattle that thrive in a real-world environment as well as generate profits for the operation, its customers, and the greater beef industry . . . period. Listen to Del Ficke of Ficke Cattle Company and Ken Stewart of XL Ranch tell it like it is and provide solutions through their new vision for the beef industry and agriculture too! Be sure to rate, review, and...