Successful Farming Podcast

In today’s episode, multigenerational farmer Cody Brown shares the evolving story of Brown Farms—a family-run operation built on tradition, resilience, and innovation. Cody opens up about navigating market volatility, maintaining quality in hay production, and the role of technology in moving agriculture forward. He also reflects on the journey that brought him back to the farm, the importance of community support during hardship, and his new business venture, Coastal Hay Company. It’s a conversation about honoring the past while building the future of farming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If the engine in your tractor, truck, or other vehicle is running hot and you're not sure what the cause is, knowing how engines are cooled may help you get to the bottom of it. Learn more about the components of a radiator and the function it serves within the cooling system of an engine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today’s episode, machinery expert Dave Mowitz sits down with Andy Campbell, Director of Insights at Tractor Zoom, to break down the latest trends in the used combines equipment market. They explore what auction data is revealing about inventory levels, how depreciation is playing out on high-end machines, and what the future holds for large combines in American agriculture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Herbicides work well when they’re used correctly, but sometimes because of wind, rain and other factors out of your control, they can cause injury to other plants. This disease diagnostician with Purdue University shares tips to diagnose injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Successful Farming Podcast, Lorrie Boyer talks with Dr. Mandy Bish, about managing foliar diseases in corn and soybeans. Dr. Bish breaks down common fungal threats like tar spot, southern rust, and frogeye leaf spot. She shares expert advice on when to scout, how to identify disease symptoms, and how to time fungicide applications for maximum return on investment. Learn how weather conditions, crop rotation, and fungicide resistance factor into your disease management strategy. Whether you're battling recurring disease pressure or looking to fine-tune your fungicide use, this episode offers practical, research-based insights to protect your yield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maintaining a quality flock of sheep is highly dependent on the ram. Select the ram by a visual appraisal and his performance records. Follow this guidance from a Purdue Extension specialist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today’s episode, host Lorrie Boyer is joined by Nicholas Lerio, coordinator of Hoxie Native Seeds and co-host of the Prairie Farm podcast. Nicholas shares how his upbringing on a prairie farm and background in pastoral ministry led him back to the land to serve through native seed work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keeping track of your goods and services can make or break the farm. Sound inventory methods will save you time and money in the long run — including tracking goods on hand and also the cost of storage space, handling, and risk and service. Use this advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today’s episode, commodity market expert Al Kluis is joined by Nick Repke to break down recent crop reports, market reactions, and the role weather is playing in crop conditions. They analyze corn and soybean yield projections, livestock demand, and feed consumption, while also digging into market trends and chart analysis. The discussion includes geopolitical risks influencing market volatility and wraps up with a long-term perspective on grain prices, highlighting the value of strategic planning in grain marketing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When the only grocery store in town closes, the entire community suffers. Here's what you can do to save it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today’s episode, fourth-generation farmer Connie Baptiste joins Lisa Foust Prater to share her powerful journey as the first in her family to own land. Connie opens up about the pride and pressure of carrying on a farming legacy, the deep ties between agriculture and military service, and her advocacy for mental health in both worlds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Whether you have many acres or just a few, a compact utility tractor is a workhorse. Technology is available from John Deere for new and old tractors to help you keep up with maintenance. Learn more about its Smart Connector. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today’s episode, machinery expert Dave Mowitz sits down with Andy Campbell, Director of Insights at Tractor Zoom, to talk about the evolution of semi trucks in farming. They explore market trends, auction insights, and the role trucks play on modern farms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sweet corn is a popular crop for gaining extra income off the land. To get your sweet corn crop off to a good start, have a strategic plan to overcome diseases and maximize growth, from planting to harvest. Here's what to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In todays episode, Lorrie Boyer speaks with agronomic services representative Jesse Grote from Syngenta about early season pest and weed threats in corn and soybeans. He shares insights on managing key pests like soybean cyst nematode and corn rootworm, along with herbicide-resistant weeds such as waterhemp and Palmer amaranth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What's profitable for one acre of land may not be for another. You won't know until you measure your ROI. Technology and data collection can help. Here's how. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Commodity market experts Al Kluis and Mark Mason discuss the current state of corn and soybean planting, USDA yield forecasts, and market predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did you know the American Farm Bureau is a great resource for online mental health support? Tune in to see how you can find help via the American Farm Bureau's online program "Farm State of Mind." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 In today’s episode, Lisa Foust Prater talks with Melissa Nelson, a northwest Iowa farmer, mom, and internship coordinator at Morningside University. Melissa shares her journey from growing up on a Nebraska cattle operation to her current role supporting ag students and running a greeting card business. She also discusses her ‘Wait for Me’ farm safety initiative for kids and the Rural Route Ramble—an event she helped create that draws thousands to shop local and connect with small businesses. Lisa and Melissa dive into the importance of rural arts, community collaboration, and how small events can spark big change in revitalizing rural life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Baling hay is hot, dusty work. Equipment can get overheated too, and a spark from the baler could quickly ignite the machine and the entire hay field. Use these tips to prevent baler fires. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices