The Degenerative Ag Podcast

  We have a very special guest this week, a long-time supporter of the podcast, an even longer friend to each of the crew, and most importantly, one heck of a human being.

  Alse joins us to talk about his farming life, what it's been like to start farming from scratch, and what kind of lessons have been learned growing up around the agriculture industry.  

 Also, we give a recap of the Ag on Ice farm show in Devil's Lake, do we think more shows should be this way? YES!  And, we got to meet a celebr...

 Special guest this episode, Eric from Eric's Custom 3D Grain Setups talks us through his business of custom, one-off 3D printed grain bins and elevators.  How has the toy/collector market changed over the last decade, how much detail can be applied with current technology, and how he's built this business from the ground up.

  He also talks about how he is able to take practically any farmer's grain bin setup, just using pictures sent in by the farmers, to make a precision scale replica.

  He was also generous enough to donate one of his ligh...

  He's finally here in person, Brad The Cobbler!  We got a chance to kidnap him off the farm for a sit down about what it's like completely changing careers after a decade+, the differences between constant public interaction, and the sometimes more remote life on the farm, and the mental health perks of farming.

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  After year of tough commodity prices, (grow red potatoes, they're not commoditized), lean rain, and high expenses, what are some changes you would like to make to better your farming situation?

  We talk about our own personal goals, as well as the goals we have for each other. Remember, it can be helpful to get an opinion from the outside looking in.

  And of course, what seems to have become our staple segment, auction purchases. Who's trying to capitalize on the "new" government kickbacks, or is it just lazy farming?

  We also discuss the...

  It's time for a new year, new (evolving) us, bleh.  We wanted to make a quick short to thank all of our listeners thus far, give a quick history recap, and let everyone know what we have planned for the upcoming year.

  Our biggest change will involve bringing on guest, who have different jobs/hobbies in agriculture, and that could potentially be you! E-mail us your information, and what you would like to talk about on the podcast, and you could be a special guest Inebriated Agriculturalist for the show!

  We also have more, and much...

  It's that time of year, so what a better way to celebrate than answer holiday themed questions from our listeners!?!  From North Pole agriculture, to Agricultures Naughty or Nice list, we cover them all.

  And of course, updates on the day-to-day happenings (lots of auction updates, it's for the kids).

  Happy Holidays from all of us at the Degenerative Agriculture Podcast!

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  In honor of our first icy road day of the winter, we got together to discuss our personal side hustles to make some extra cash to cover taxes, rent, and lavish vacations, until farming kicks into gear next spring.  We even have a special listener guest stop by to show us the results of her winter activities (yes, you can bribe us to maybe appear on an episode).  And, to wrap it up, what do farm wives do for side hustles?

  Unfortunately, we also have to announce Captain Corporate made a decision this week that will haunt him...

  On this episode, we discuss one of the more overlooked health aspects of farming: sleep deprivation. How does it affect performance, what do you do to counteract the effects, and tips/tricks to maximize the little amount of sleep you get during the full-on onslaught of planting/harvesting/cattle farming.

  We also follow up on previous episode topics, fill you in on auction purchases (they never seem to stop), and most importantly, answer listener questions.

  And, how can I forget, BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!!!! We've got officially branded hats for sale now. Listen in for more information, vis...

    The Son of Saline Soil goes on an epic rant, new knives, tractor sandwiches, and injuries.  We answer listener questions, get off topic, and then back on topic to the main topic:  If we had the chance to build a service truck with multi-corporation farmer money, what are the top 5 features we'd be sure to have.  Plus, at the time of release, we officially have hats available for sale, pricing and purchasing info will be included in the next episode, or posted on Patreon and all social media's before then.

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  It's that time of year, the crops are coming off the fields and the vermin are moving into the farmsteads for the winter.  Every degenerate has their own way of managing, or at least attempting to manage the unwanted pet population.  We also try and help a "friend or two" with their infestation issues.

  Beet harvest is in full swing, so we give a regional update, and of course, progress of the most important non-commodity crop, potatoes.

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  We're in the heat of harvest! While the Son of Saline Soil is eating corn the long way, Larson's Plate Trevor Beets Off, Andrew is choking chickens, and Captain Corporate cops a feel off of spuds, we answer questions sent in by you!

  We will return back to our normal format once it starts raining, or the harvest is over.  Never fear, we'll have something in 2 weeks guaranteed!

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  It's a rainy-day mid-harvest break.  Vague updates from the big-time farmers on how their crops are yielding, garlic is done curing and ready for sale, and the most important question: When will the potatoes be ready for sale?

  Also, we debate which produce should be classified as fruits, vegetables, and "other".  

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  We dive into the hot debate on weather prediction, inaccuracies in modern forecasting, which apps are the most reliable, and, the reliable old farmer's ways of predicting the weather.  Do their methods still prove effective today?

  We wrap it up with discussing rain gauges, and why we should all move to the 1/8" measurement system instead of the current tens base we use now.

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  We were fortunate enough to have Captain Corporate back from paternity leave this week. (Un)fortunately, he must be a big fan of Homer, this is a long one folks.

  We give early season harvest updates, auction/private purchases, and eventually even get around to talking about the topic of the day: Tires.

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  A bit of a changeup, Captain Corporate is on paternity leave, so we're bringing in the first of a few guest Degenerates, starting with the proprietor of You Son Of A Mitch Rock Supply, Mitch.

  He fills us in on life west of Interstate, current markets, and his one of a kind breeding program.  We also get an impromptu update from Captain Corporate, continue to ignore the metric system of measurement, and toss around knowledge on the best way to remove a stuck bolt. 

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  We gathered to discuss the possibility of designing ONE tractor that can encompass the entire workload of a "typical" U.S. farm. A very healthy debate was had, and included a special guest appearance by a pair of Patreon members.

  Also, is ChatGPT run by Germans? Listen in to find out why this conspiracy has come to light. 

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The farmer's dictionary states the definition of passive income as:

    "Unlike monetary income, passive income involves buying unnecessary equipment for a single use, or "future ideas", but ends up being parked in a heap with the rest of your junk.  Passive refers to the opportunity that has passed you buy.  Income refers to the ever-growing collection of unneeded "cool" things."   

  There's a bit of a lull in the growing season, so we're talking about recent auction purchases, Annual Tractor rides  honey bees, business ideas for down time, cab over semi's, cover crops, and crop rotation.

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  We were supposed to talk about workwear, and we get to it eventually, but prepare for a roller coaster ride of topics, including a non-agricultural subject of karaoke.

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  With planting season in the books, we decided you guys deserved an update on what's going on with the future of the podcast.  The Son of Saline Soil was on an agriculture mission, hence the update instead of a new episode.  We are almost through our store of episodes, more current and up to date content soon!!!!!

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  Today, our main topic is about Melroe Manufacturing: How big of an impact did they have on the agriculture industry, and beyond? How far ahead of their time were they?  Why did they decide to sell the company?  

  Also, spring planting updates, rock pickers, and hemorrhoids? 

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  We're still on Farmer's Weekend during mid-May rains. We go into detailed discussion about current day technology we use in the field, and where we think/know technology is headed in the future.  We also discuss recent auction purchases, a teaser for a future karaoke episode, and for all you freaks, there's a bit of ASMR towards the end.

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  On today's episode, we had so many things planned, but just like a storm that appears out of nowhere during planting season, plans change and something completely different happens.  Constructive? You be the judge.

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On this episode, there's a lotta bit of small talk, a little bit of first-hand consumer reviews on work boots, and which is best for particular applications, and the most important question ever questioned: "If you could pick a time period to farm in, when would it be?"

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 Recorded right before spring planting started, we discussed our top 3 personal favorite tractors, and then had a battle royal to combine our lists into an overall top 5.

 Plus, we answer some Patreon listener questions, Andrew is a Debbie Downer, and we start rumors about who is secretly planting crops out of the normal USDA zone.

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  Today, we talk about our Everyday Cary Items, and what we find most handy in daily situations on the farm/work/desk jockey job.  Plus, we've gotten our first e-mail complaint, that is sure to put us in check.

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  In this episode, we discuss the ups and downs of the subsidy system, as well as the origins, and why they were necessary once upon a time. Plus, a real time opinion from the view of a farmers wife.  And, if you're looking for good potato recipes, we've got some great ideas.  

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We're short a couple people this week, so we decided we should give an update of the current schedules, operations, and plans for the near future.  We also give a big thanks to our current listeners, as well as say "Have I got a deal for you"

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