Successful Farming Podcast
Go in-depth into the topics that affect farmers and ranchers. Hear from industry leaders and experts about topics ranging from agronomy, technology, rural lifestyle, ag policy, farm machinery, and more.
Saturday Short: Is Your Farm Insurance Ready for Weather Disasters?
Severe weather events can create major risks for farms, making it important to understand what your insurance policy covers before disaster strikes. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, Highland client executive Patrick Williams explains why annual conversations with your insurance agent, reviewing coverage details, and using loss prevention strategies can help protect your operation.
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Farm Safety and Emergency Preparedness Strategies For Your Farm This Fall
In todays episode, Katie Hammock, a dairy farmer and ER nurse, shares vital farm safety tips, emergency preparedness strategies, and her efforts to promote safety awareness among farmers.
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Saturday Short: How to Protect Your Farm From Fraud
Farm fraud can come from unexpected sources, including theft, false invoices, and unauthorized purchases. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, CPA Sean Williamson with Fick, Eggemeyer & Williamson explains why reviewing financial records, checking invoices, and understanding where your money goes are important steps in protecting your operation.
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USDA Corn Yield Surprise Shakes the Harvest Market
The October USDA report caught the grain market off guard. Nick Repke and Bob Linneman break down the surprising corn yield estimate, the sharp price reaction, and why the harvest reports they’re hearing from farmers tell a different story.
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Saturday Short: How to Prevent Tractor Rollovers
Tractor rollovers can happen in seconds, making proper safety practices critical when operating on slopes or uneven ground. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, Iowa State University Extension safety specialist Chuck Schwab explains how to safely maneuver hills, avoid rollover risks, and why using a rollover protection system and seat belt can save lives.
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What Farmers Need to Know About Fall Grain Cart Prices
In this episode, Andy Campbell and Tractor Zoom machinery expert Ryan Roossinck take a closer look at the 2026 grain cart market. Grain cart inventory is building on dealer lots, with days on lot up 33% and sales down roughly 40% year over year. They break down why grain carts are becoming more price-sensitive, how larger grain cart sizes contributed to today’s oversupply, and what could happen to prices heading into fall auction season.
In this episode:
Grain cart prices, sales and dealer inventory
Why grain carts are sitting longer on dealer lots
Ho...
Saturday Short: Why Cereal Rye Is a Good First Cover Crop
Cereal rye is a popular cover crop option for farmers looking to protect soil, retain nutrients, and improve soil health between cash crops. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, Iowa State University Extension water quality program manager Jamie Benning explains why cereal rye is a good starting point for farmers new to cover crops and the benefits it can provide in the field.
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Where Yield Loss Hides: The Small Impacts Costing You Bushels
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Quinn from Purdue University discusses the often unseen factors that cause yield loss in crops, from planting to harvest. Learn how small impacts throughout the season and at harvest can significantly affect your farm's income.
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Saturday Short: How to Choose the Right Location for a Farm Pond
Building a farm pond requires more planning than simply digging a hole and waiting for rain to fill it. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, Kansas State University fisheries Extension specialist Joe Gerken explains how watershed, soil composition, water quality, and proper site selection all play a role in creating a pond that will last.
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How a Family Farm Built a Successful Niche Food Business Quail Farming
Brittney Miller shares the story of Manchester Farms, a family-owned quail farm in South Carolina, and how the business built a successful niche in the quail meat and quail egg market. She discusses quail farming, agricultural entrepreneurship, product development, food trends, and the challenges of growing a family farm business in a specialized market.
In this episode:
How Manchester Farms built its quail farming business The growing market for quail meat and quail eggs Innovation and product development in agriculture Marketing and selling niche agricultural products Adapting to changing consumer and food trends ...Saturday Short: Is Your Farm Insurance Coverage Up to Date?
Farms are constantly changing, and your insurance coverage should change with them. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, Iowa State University Extension farm and agriculture business management specialist Kevin Leibold explains when to review your policies, which assets may need updated coverage, and how to make sure your operation is protected.
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Corn & Soybean Prices: What’s Next After the September USDA Report?
Corn & Soybean Prices: What’s Next After the September USDA Report?
Corn and soybean markets have made significant moves heading into harvest. Nick Repke and Bob Linneman break down the latest USDA report, tight U.S. grain supplies, China’s soybean demand, energy prices and what farmers should be watching over the next 30 days.
In this episode:
What the September USDA report means for corn and soybean supplies Why the corn stocks-to-use ratio matters Tight soybean supplies and China’s buying South American weather and the potential impact on global grain markets How higher intere...Saturday Short: Why You Should Clean Your Combine Between Fields
Cleaning your combine between fields can help prevent the spread of weed seeds while also reducing the risk of costly equipment fires. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, North Dakota State University Extension farm and ranch safety coordinator Angie Johnson explains why this simple harvest habit can protect both your crops and your machinery.
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What Farmers Need to Know This Fall About The 2026 Used Farm Equipment Market
What is happening in the used farm equipment market heading into fall 2026? Andy Campbell and Tractor Zoom machinery expert Ryan Roossink break down the latest trends in used tractors, combines, sprayers, planters and headers, plus what they’re seeing in the market for older equipment.
In this episode:
Late-model self-propelled sprayers are holding their value Class 7 and 8 combine prices have found a new normal Why 45-foot headers are struggling while 35- and 40-foot headers remain strong High-horsepower tractor prices and auction trends Why four-wheel-drive tractors could be an opportunity for buyers What’s driving renewed planter sale...Saturday Short: Why Soil Organic Matter Matters
Soil organic matter plays a critical role in improving water retention, nutrient cycling, and overall soil health. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, Natural Resources Conservation Service resource conservationist Kevin Kohn explains how increasing organic matter can boost crop productivity, improve soil structure, and strengthen your farm's resilience.
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How to Manage Corn Residue This Fall for Better Planting Next Spring
Corn can leave behind 12,000–16,000 pounds of residue per acre, making residue management an important part of setting up the next crop for success. University of Minnesota agronomist Dr. Jeff Coulter explains how to manage corn residue after harvest, from combine distribution and tillage to protecting soil and ensuring a clean planting zone.
In this episode:
Why even residue distribution behind the combine matters
How residue affects soil moisture, erosion and soil warming
Why seed-to-residue contact can hurt emergence
Corn-on-corn residue and nitrogen management
Differences between conventional tillage, st...
Soybean Cyst Nematode Is Spreading — Here is How Farmers Can Fight Back
SCN Could Be Costing You 5–10% of Your Soybean Yield
Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) is one of the most damaging and difficult-to-detect pests in soybean production. Dr. Dylan Mangel, extension plant pathologist at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, explains how SCN spreads, why it can cause significant yield loss without visible symptoms, and what farmers can do to manage it.
In this episode:
How soybean cyst nematode affects soybean yield
Why SCN can be difficult to identify in the field
When and how to soil test for SCN
How...
Saturday Short: Is It Safe to Graze Cattle on Fertilized Corn Stalks?
Grazing cattle on corn residue can provide valuable feed after harvest, but fertilizer applications may create safety concerns if not managed properly. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, University of Nebraska beef systems Extension educator Brad Schick explains the risks of fertilizer toxicity, when it's safe to graze corn stalks, and the factors producers should consider to protect their herd.
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How New Farmers Can Make Money With Cattle in 2026
Welcome back to the successful farming podcast. In today's episode your host, Lorrie Boyer, talks with Dr. Steven Koontz who shares insights on how new farmers and ranchers can successfully enter the livestock industry, manage costs, leverage conservation practices, and build sustainable businesses.
They discuss:
Pathways into livestock farming for beginners Importance of community networking and sales skills Financial planning and managing debt in farming Opportunities in livestock beyond traditional cow-calf operations Role of conservation practices in farm profitability
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Saturday Short: Protecting Farm Dogs From Parasites and Disease
Farm dogs face unique health risks from parasites, ticks, mosquitoes, and diseases they may encounter in rural environments. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine clinical associate professor Dr. Paul Dumar explains common health threats to farm dogs and the preventive steps owners can take to keep them healthy year-round.
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The Surprising Success of Greenhouse Transplants in Modern Farming
From greenhouse transplants to international agriculture, Jenna shares how diversification, leadership, and storytelling are making an impact on and off the farm.
Join Jenna Scott as she talks about her family's farming operation, international experiences, and the importance of sharing agriculture's story.
In this episode:
🌱 Farm diversification – Growing a successful greenhouse transplant business. 🌎 International agriculture – What she learned from visiting agricultural partners in Mexico. ♻️ Sustainability – How environmental stewardship and traceability are shaping agriculture. 📣 Sharing agriculture's story – Why connecting with consumers matters. 👩🌾 Women in agriculture – Encouraging the next generation of agricultural leaders.Whether you're interested in farming, agricult...
Saturday Short: Choosing the Right Cover Crop for Your Farm
The best cover crop depends on your soil health goals, nutrient needs, and cropping system. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, natural resource specialist and consultant Jean Eells explains the differences between grasses, brassicas, and legumes, and how to choose the right cover crop species for your operation.
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Reducing Yield Variability: Using Data to Improve Every Acre
Yield variability can cost farmers valuable bushels, but data-driven management and precision agriculture can help identify what's holding individual acres back. Lorrie Boyer talks with Dr. Kess Berg of Advanced Agrolytics about using yield maps, soil data, weather, satellite imagery, variable-rate technology, drainage, and AI to better understand field variability and improve crop performance.
In this episode:
🌽 Identifying the causes of yield variability
📊 Getting more value from yield maps and field data
🧪 Using soil sampling and fertility maps more effectively
💧 How water movement and drainage impact yield
...USDA Report Shakes Up Grain Markets: Is $5 Corn Coming?
The August USDA report brought major changes to the grain markets, with higher corn and soybean acreage, lower yield estimates, and tighter ending stocks. Nick Repke and Bob Linneman break down what the report means for corn prices, soybean prices, wheat, and grain marketing strategies heading into harvest.
In this episode:
🌽 Corn outlook – Could tighter supplies push corn toward $5?
🫘 Soybean outlook – Lower yields and tight stocks create potential upside.
🇨🇳 China buying – What potential U.S. corn purchases could mean for prices.
💰 Grain marketing – Key price levels and when farmers should consider making...
Saturday Short: What Tractors Are Hot With Collectors?
The most sought-after collectible tractors are changing as new generations of enthusiasts enter the hobby. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, machinery expert Dave Mowitz explains which tractor eras are gaining popularity, why late 1950s through 1970s models are in demand, and where collectors can still find affordable classic machines.
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The Used Harvest Equipment Market in 2026
Farm equipment prices and inventory continue to shift as the harvest machinery market enters a new phase.
Join Dave Mowitz and Andy Campbell as they discuss the latest agricultural equipment market trends, including harvest machinery, equipment inventory, used equipment prices, and what's ahead for farmers and dealers.
In this episode:
🚜 Farm equipment inventory – How current inventory levels are affecting equipment prices and availability.
🌽 Harvest machinery – Trends in combines and other harvesting equipment.
💰 Used equipment prices – What market conditions mean for buyers and sellers.
📈 Equi...
Saturday Short: How to Tell When a Cantaloupe Is Ripe
Learn when to harvest cantaloupe with expert tips on ripeness, picking, and growing the perfect melon.
In this Successful Farming Short, discover how to tell when a cantaloupe (muskmelon) is ready to harvest, including signs like stem separation, aroma, rind color, and surface netting. Clemson University vegetable specialist Gilbert Miller shares tips for cantaloupe harvesting, melon maturity, garden production, and proper storage after picking.
Whether you're growing cantaloupe in a backyard garden or managing a small farm operation, these tips can help you harvest sweeter, better-quality melons.
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How to Choose Hybrids That Maximize Yield and Minimize Risk
Join Clemson University extension agronomist Michael Plumbley as he shares practical advice on choosing the right seed, managing crop stress, and making smart input decisions to improve yields and profitability.
In this episode:
🌱 Seed selection – What to consider when choosing corn and soybean hybrids for your operation.
🌦️ Managing crop stress – How drought, disease, and weather affect hybrid performance.
🛡️ Trait packages – Choosing the right traits for pest, disease, and weed management.
💰 Input decisions – Tips for balancing fertilizer, fungicides, and other inputs with your yield goals.
📈 Reducing risk – Why local t...
Saturday Short: Teaching Young Poultry Owners About Biosecurity
USDA's Youth Flock Defender program helps young poultry owners learn biosecurity practices to protect backyard chickens and small poultry flocks from avian influenza and other poultry diseases.
In this Successful Farming Short, learn how youth poultry exhibitors, 4-H members, and young farmers can use proper poultry biosecurity, disease prevention strategies, and flock management practices to keep their birds healthy. The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) program provides resources, checklists, and educational tools to help the next generation of poultry owners protect their flocks.
Learn...
How Iowa's Teacher of the Year Is Inspiring the Next Generation of Ag Leaders
In today's episode, host Lisa Foust Prater sits down with Melanie Bloom to discuss her journey as Iowa Teacher of the Year and her passion for integrating agriculture into education. Together, they explore how agricultural education is helping inspire and prepare the next generation of leaders.
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Saturday Short: How to Prevent Grain Bin Condensation
Condensation inside grain bins can rewet stored grain, leading to spoilage and costly losses during storage. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, North Dakota State University Extension agricultural engineer Ken Hellevang explains what causes grain bin condensation and shares practical strategies to help maintain grain quality throughout the storage season.
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July USDA Report and Weather Impact
In today's episode, Nick Repke and Bob Linneman discuss recent market reports, weather impacts on crops, and strategies for farmers to navigate volatile markets.
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Saturday Short: What Is Fluffy Soil Syndrome?
Fluffy soil syndrome can lead to uneven crop emergence and reduced yields, especially after aggressive tillage and winters with little snow cover. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, University of Minnesota Extension crop educator Jodi DeJong-Hughes explains what causes fluffy soil syndrome, how to spot it in your fields, and the tillage practices that can help prevent it.
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Market Trends in Used Farm Equipment 2026
Equipment inventories are shifting, combine prices are changing, and the harvest machinery market continues to evolve.
Join Dave Mowitz & Andy Campbell as they break down the latest agricultural equipment market trends and what they mean for farmers, dealers, and anyone buying or selling machinery.
In this episode:
🚜 Equipment inventories – How current inventory levels are influencing used and new machinery prices.
🌽 Harvest equipment – The latest trends in combines and other harvest machinery.
📈 Buying & selling strategies – How seasonal market cycles can create opportunities.💰 Market drivers – The role of crop pri...
Saturday Short: Avoid These Common Septic System Mistakes
Your septic system can last for years with minimal maintenance, but flushing the wrong items or using harsh chemicals can lead to costly problems. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, Kansas State University Extension soil management specialist Deanne Presley explains the difference between septic system "cloggers" and "killers," what should never be flushed, and how to keep your system working properly.
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Mastering Corn Pollination: Strategies to Combat Heat and Drought Stress
In today's episode, Dr. Chad Lee discusses the critical role of pollination in corn and bourbon grains, emphasizing the sensitivity of corn to heat and drought stress during the pollination period.
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Saturday Short: How to Protect Cattle From Poisonous Plants
Poisonous plants in pastures can pose serious risks to grazing cattle, especially when conditions change throughout the season. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, Cornell University animal science professor Dan Brown explains how plant toxicity varies by region, dose, and time of year.
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250 Years of Tractor Innovation: From Steam to Driverless Machines
Join us as we explore the rich history and technological evolution of tractors over 250 years, highlighting key innovations, influential figures, and future trends in agricultural machinery.
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The Rise of the Asian Longhorn Tick in Illinois: What Livestock Owners Need to Know
Today, Lorrie Boyer sits down with Dr. Teresa Steckler who discusses the emerging threat of the Asian Longhorn Tick in Illinois. Topics include tick biology, disease transmission, management strategies, and the importance of monitoring and biosecurity to protect livestock and humans.
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Saturday Short: How a Conservation Plan Protects Your Farm’s Resources
A well-designed conservation plan can help protect soil, improve water quality, and support wildlife on your farm. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, former NRCS conservation consultant Julie Falcon explains how conservation planning works and what to expect during an on-farm assessment.
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