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.
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Saturday Short: Is Your Farm Insurance Ready for Weather Disasters?
<p>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.</p> <p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</p>
Farm Safety and Emergency Preparedness Strategies For Your Farm This Fall
<p>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.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</p>
Saturday Short: How to Protect Your Farm From Fraud
<p>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.</p> <p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</p>
USDA Corn Yield Surprise Shakes the Harvest Market
<p>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.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</p>
Saturday Short: How to Prevent Tractor Rollovers
<p>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.</p> <p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</p>
What Farmers Need to Know About Fall Grain Cart Prices
<p>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.</p> <p>In this episode:</p> <p>Grain cart prices, sales and dealer inventory</p> <p>Why grain carts are sitting longer on dealer lots</p> <p>Ho...
Saturday Short: Why Cereal Rye Is a Good First Cover Crop
<p>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.</p> <p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</p>
Where Yield Loss Hides: The Small Impacts Costing You Bushels
<p>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.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</p>
Saturday Short: How to Choose the Right Location for a Farm Pond
<p>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.</p> <p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices</p>
How a Family Farm Built a Successful Niche Food Business Quail Farming
<p>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.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In this episode:</p> 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 ...
