Fastline Fast Track: Recent Episodes
Brent Adams
Fastline Fast Track features agriculture industry newsmakers discussing hot-button issues and the latest in farming equipment and trends that affect farmers from coast to coast, as reported by our Fastline, Big Ag and Pink Tractor publications.The podcast also features "The Legends Stage," a segment presented by the Ernest Tubb Record Shop, featuring up-and-coming and legendary country music artists.
On this episode, Jennifer Fawkes, marketing manager for the International Agri-Center and the World Ag Expo, provides an update on the 2021 virtual World Ag Expo. Jesse Allen recaps the week in the markets in his Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz talks tires in “Bushels and Cents.” The Episode also features the music of singer/songwriter John PayCheck.
Time stamps
Jennifer Fawkes, World Ag Expo: 1:12
World Ag Expo advertisement: 8:09
Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 8:38
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 14:44
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 15:14
John PayCheck: 16:33
Ray Atkinson of the American Farm Bureau Federation and Illinois Farmer Connie Gyorr discuss the opioid crisis on the farm. Chris Galen of the National Milk Producers Federation talks about the new DAIRY PRIDE Act, and Farm Bureau’s Emily Buckman discusses the American Connection Project for rural broadband. Emily Solis with the Animal Agriculture Alliance provides details about the Animal Agriculture Alliance Summit. The episode also features the music of former American Idol contestant, Alison Elena.
Time stamps
Ray Atkinson (American Farm Bureau Federation) and Connie Gyorr (Marissa’s Purpose): 1:28
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 18:33
Chris Galen, National Milk Producers Federation: 19:03
Emily Buckman, American Farm Bureau Federation: 22:06
Emily Solis, Animal Agriculture Alliance: 23:52
World Ag Expo advertisement: 24:57
Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 25:26
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 31:59
Alison Elena: 33:24
On this episode, we hear about a rebound in the pork market after a tumultuous 2020. We also hear why now might be a good time to consider planting sunflowers. Potato growers raise concerns about Mexico’s USMCA obligations, EPA head says no imminent changes coming to waterway rules and the USDA’s National Agricultural Classification survey is coming. Daryl Theis from CLAAS talks about the fuel efficiency of the manufacturer’s equipment and a sweepstakes that aims to put money back into the pocket of one lucky producer. Jesse Allen discusses a bullish week in the grain markets and Ray Bohacz talks battery acid in this week’s “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of traditional country music singer/songwriter Dave Wilbert, as well as a tribute to traditional country star Dawn Anita.
Time stamps
Dawn Anita dedication: 1:28
Pork outlook with Dr. Scott Brown, University of Missouri: 2:48
USMCA troubles with Mark Szymanski, National Potato Council: 4:48
Sunflower market potential with Karl Esping, National Sunflower Association: 5:57
Waterway rules and USDA survey: 8:30
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 10:16
Daryl Theis, CLAAS: 10:47
World Ag Expo advertisement: 16:16
Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 16:45
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 22:59
Dave Wilbert: 24:19
Dawn Anita tribute/outro: 1:13:43
On this episode, John Deere representatives Ryan Jardon, Kevin Juhl and Joel Basinger discuss a new integrated tractor and planter solution, new Hagie sprayers and John Deere See and Spray Select technology. We talk weed control and a new palmer amaranth study. Also, the USDA has retooled some of its COVID-19 aid programs. Jesse Allen discusses cash basis in this week’s Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz talks slow-starting engines in “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of rising country music star Emily Miller.
Time stamps
Ryan Jardon and Kevin Juhl, John Deere: 1:17
Joel Basinger, John Deere: 13:30
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 28:33
Weed control with Dean Grossnickle (Syngenta) and Dr. Bill Johnson (Purdue University): 29:03
Palmer amaranth study with Anthony Brusa, University of Minnesota: 32:08
USDA news: 35:34
World Ag Expo advertisement: 37:37
Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 38:05
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 43:10
Emily Miller: 44:37
On this episode, Texas farmer Scott Frazier testifies before the House Judiciary Committee on problems facing farmers and ranchers along the border; the United Soybean board reveals results of a consumer confidence survey and the World Dairy Expo will stay in Madison, Wisconsin. The episode also features a panel discussion on mental health on the farm, as well as the music of rising country star Victoria Rose.
Time stamps
Scott Frazier: 1:23
Mace Thornton, United Soybean Board: 3:08
Katie Schmitt, World Dairy Expo: 5:11
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 7:00
Mental health on the farm with Pam Jahnke, Jeff Ditzenberger and John Shutske: 7:30
Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 43:20
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 49:32
Victoria Rose: 50:54
On this episode, we discuss fertilizer price trends with David Widmar of Agricultural Economic Insights. We also discuss what to do when your neighbor’s negligence leads to damage on your property with Washburn University Law Professor Roger McEowen. Jesse Allen breaks down a wild week in the markets following key USDA reports and Ray Bohacz presents “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Adam Warner.
On this episode, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack talks coronavirus aid, carbon sequestration, trade and other important ag issues during a virtual meeting with the National Association of Farm Broadcasters. Jesse Allen talks the potential for a soybean shortage in this week’s Market Talk report and Ray Bohacz talks compaction in this week’s “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Dennis Ledbetter.
Time stamps
Tom Vilsack, USDA: 1:18
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 12:19
Tom Vilsack Part 2: 12:49
World Ag Expo ad: 31:58
Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 32:27
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 39:37
Dennis Ledbetter: 40:59
On this episode, DEKALB and Asgrow agronomists Andrew Penney and Harmon Wilts offer up spring planting and growing tips for corn and soybeans. Also, Katherine Tai is confirmed as U.S. Trade Representative and China buys more U.S. corn. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz talks repair manuals in “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of singer/songwriter Cameron DuBois.
Time stamps
Andrew Penney, DEKALB/Asgrow: 1:23
Harmon Wilts, DEKALB/Asgrow: 13:14
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 34:15
News update: 34:45
Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 38:32
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 44:59
Cameron Dubois: 46:22
On this Episode, Jess McCluer, chairman of the Agricultural Safety and Health Council of America discusses the upcoming virtual Agricultural Safety Summit and Clint Chaffer, Brand Manager with Asgrow shares how the company is preparing soybean growers for Plant 2021. We provide coverage of the “Corn Warriors” Season 4 crowning ceremony and preview the new TV series “The Podfather.” Jesse Allen has a Market Talk Update and Ray Bohacz has another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features singer/songwriter Ken Wilber.
On this episode, pork producer delegates convene for the National Pork Industry Forum, watching dairy production for signs of trouble and weed control with North Dakota State’s Dr. Joe Ikley. Learn about new lubricants from Case IH and hear about ag innovation from UPL’s Craig Brekkas and in-furrow protection from Lynn Justesen. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk Update and Ray Bohacz has another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of traditional country music star Dawn Anita, the aunt of the late country music superstar, Joe Diffie.
Time stamps
Bryan Humphreys, National Pork Board: 1:28
Bryan Doherty, Total Farm Marketing (dairy outlook): 3:36
Dr. Joe Ikley, North Dakota State University: 5:57
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 9:11
Joe Vonk, Case IH: 9:41
World Ag Expo advertisement: 15:11
Craig Brekkas, UPL: 15:40
Lynn Justesen, UPL: 28:25
Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 36:00
Ray Bohacz, Bushels and Cents: 42:18
Dawn Anita: 43:38
On this episode, Tom Vilsack is sworn in to reprise his role as U.S. ag secretary, Sen. Chuck Grassley says much work remains for ethanol after EPA sides with 10th Circuit and former USTR Chief Ag Negotiator Gregg Doud talks about the future of U.S. ag exports. CME Group’s Erik Norland and Blu Putnam discuss the biggest market influencers of 2021 and Troy Hadrick of the Certified Agriculture Dealerships provides an update on the Ag Pack program. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz has another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Kirstie Kraus.
Time stamps
Tom Vilsack news: 1:28
Sen. Chuck Grassley: 245
Gregg Doud: 4:32
Erik Norland and Blu Putnam, CME: 6:26
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 9:43
Troy Hadrick, Certified Agriculture Dealership Program: 10:13
World Ag Expo advertisement: 17:37
Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 18:05
Ray Bohacz, Bushels and Cents: 24:56
Kirstie Kraus, 26:20
On this episode, Don Schiefelbein discusses some of the key issues facing cattle producers in 2021, we hear about FFA Week from Kristy Meyer of the National FFA Organization, we provide details about Tom Vilsack’s upcoming U.S. Ag Secretary confirmation vote and ag consultant and North American Ag Spotlight host Chrissy Wozniak discusses how ag manufacturers can market their business through the pandemic to come out stronger on the other side. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz has another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Richard Lynch.
Time stamps
Don Schiefelbein, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association: 1:29
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 22:04
Kristy Meyer, National FFA Organization: 22:34
Tom Vilsack hearing news: 25:22
World Ag Expo advertisement: 26:20
Chrissy Wozniak, North American Ag Spotlight: 26:49
Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 1:01
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 1:06
Richard Lynch: 1:08
On this episode, Chris Borgman with John Deere talks about the manufacturer’s new hay equipment; Terry Burkart with All States Ag Parts has planter preparation tips and U.S. Ag Secretary nominee Tom Vilsack talks about his key priorities for the USDA. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz presents “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Fort Worth traditional country and Western swing star Steve Markwardt.
Time stamps
Chris Borgman, John Deere: 1:28
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 4:54
Terry Burkart, All States Ag Parts: 5:25
Tom Vilsack, USDA: 12:30
Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 17:15
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 23:05
Steve Markwardt: 24:29
On This episode, the nomination hearing for U.S. Ag Secretary nominee Tom Vilsack begins. Also, we preview the virtual World Ag Expo with Jennifer Fawkes. We talk soil health with Doug Sibbitt and Cristie Preston of Nutrien Ag Solutions. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of rising Nashville star Kevin Jaggers.
Time stamps
Tom Vilsack, USDA nominee: 1:17
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 3:28
Jennifer Fawkes, World Ag Expo: 3:58
Doug Sibbitt, Nutrien Ag Solutions: 17:47
Cristie Preston, Nutrien Ag Solutions: 21:53
Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 26:38
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 32:16
Kevin Jaggers: 33:49
On this episode, hear how the USDA is temporarily suspending some loan repayments and foreclosures in response to the pandemic. The department also made a final ruling on some hemp regulations this week. Hear how pork is being marketed abroad and learn how to add more life back into nutrient-starved fields. We talk grain bin safety, have a Market Talk update with Jesse Allen, and Ray Bohacz presents another installment of "Bushels and Cents." The episode also features the second part of a two-part series featuring the best performances by our musical guests in 2020.
On this episode, Jenni Badding with John Deere talks about key updates to the manufacturer’s Operations Center platform. We continue coverage of the American Farm Bureau Federation virtual convention, as Oklahoma State University Ag Economist Derrell Peel gives his outlook for the livestock markets in 2021 and Land O’ Lakes President and CEO Beth Ford talks about hot-button industry issues. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk Update and Ray Bohacz talks Mass Air Flow sensors in this week’s “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the first in a two-part series highlighting the best musical performances on the show in 2020.
Time stamps
Jenni Badding, John Deere: 1:21
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 10:00
Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State University: 10:30
Beth Ford, Land O’ Lakes: 25:20
Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 47:24
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 53:15
Various artists intro: 54:49
Cagney Frizzell: 55:09
Dillon Carmichael: 59:18
Darin & Brooke Aldridge: 1:07
Teea Goans: 1:11
Thomas Gabriel: 1:15
Will Banister: 1:19
Allie Colleen: 1:22
Craig Campbell: 1:26
On this episode, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall addresses Farm Bureau members at the group’s virtual annual convention; Farm Bureau names Harvust the winner of the Ag Innovation Challenge; Michigan Sen. Debbie Stabenow prepares to reprise her role as chair of the Senate Ag Committee; Corteva’s Jeff Clark shares pasture management tips; Jesse Allen presents the weekly Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz has another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Noah Garner.
On this episode, outgoing U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue reflects on his time at the helm of the agency. We introduce a weekly Market Talk recap with veteran farm broadcaster Jesse Allen and Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Americana singer/songwriter Sean Harrison.
Time stamps
Sonny Perdue, USDA: 1:17
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 25:39
Market Talk with Jesse Allen: 26:09
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 31:52
Sean Harrison: 33:27
On this Second Anniversary episode, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall talks about the organization’s focus for 2021 and the upcoming national convention. David Widmar of Agricultural Economic Insights discusses his outlook for the ag economy in the new year and Farmers Edge CEO Wade Barnes makes his predictions for the agriculture industry in 2021. Ray Bohacz presents another installment of Bushels and Cents, and the episode features the music of singer/songwriter Whey Jennings, the grandson of country music icon, Waylon Jennings.
Time stamps
Zippy Duvall, American Farm Bureau Federation: 1:28
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 23:15
David Widmar, Agricultural Economic Insights: 23:45
Wade Barnes, Farmers Edge: 41:49
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 52:21
Whey Jennings: 53:54
This episode features music artists American Blonde, Rich Price, Dani-Elle Kleha, Johnny & The Mongrels, Paige King Johnson, Taylon Hope, Scott Southworth, Annemarie Picerno, J.D. Shelburne, JP Pennington and Exile and John Berry share favorite Christmas memories and their original music.
Time stamps
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 0:00
American Blonde: 1:34
Rich Price: 9:26
Dani-Elle Kleha: 15:45
Johnny & The Mongrels: 25:55
Paige King Johnson: 40:59
Taylon Hope: 51:26
Scott Southworth: 1:01.34
Annemarie Picerno: 1:23.27
J.D. Shelburne: 1:34.33
JP Pennington/Exile: 1:44.11
John Berry: 1:57.15
On this episode, hear from Kentucky Venues President and National Farm Machinery Show President David Beck about the show’s new 2021 dates; National Corn Growers Association First Vice President Chris Edgington talks about some of the organization’s key priorities for 2021 and Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Annemarie Picerno.
Time stamps
David Beck, Kentucky Venues/National Farm Machinery Show: 1:10
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 19:05
Chris Edgington, National Corn Growers Association: 19:35
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 28:37
Annemarie Picerno: 30:08
On this episode, Iowa farmer and Farm Shop Mfg. founder Tony Wendler talks about the closing wheels and grain bin monitors he has developed, Julia Engler with Heliae Agriculture tells us how a soil microbiome program started by Arizona State University has become a commercial success, Terry Burkart with All States Ag Parts talks sales tax and Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of country music legend Margie Singleton.
On this episode, Dan Erdmann, project manager with Farm Rescue and North Dakota farmer Larry Leier discuss the mission of the nonprofit organization and we preview the Dec. 9 benefit concert, presented by John Deere, featuring Dustin Lynch, Maddie and Tae, Mickey Guyton, Tyler Farr and Travis Denning. Scott Heiberger with the National Farm Medicine Center talks about keeping kids safe on the farm during a period of virtual learning and Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Rye Davis.
Time stamps
Dan Erdmann and Larry Leier, Farm Rescue: 1:21
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 25:16
Scott Heiberger, National Farm Medicine Center: 25:46
Ray Bohacz, Bushels and Cents: 36:44
Rye Davis: 37:54
On this episode, Jay Truitt with Policy Solutions and Michael Torrey, a consultant with Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, discuss how the recent election outcomes might affect agriculture. Terry Burkart with All States Ag Parts shares combine cleanup tips and Albert Maurin with Lindsay Corporation talks about the latest developments in irrigation. Ray Bohacz presents “Bushels and Cents,” singer/songwriter and ag consultant Kolt Barber drops by to talk about his latest projects and we feature the music of American Blonde.
Time Stamps
Jay Truitt, Michael Torrey, Ken Root: 1:15
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 20:37
Terry Burkart, All States Ag Parts: 21:07
Albert Maurin, Lindsay Corp.: 27:50
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 33:20
Kolt Barber: 34:34
American Blonde: 1:00:00
On this episode, presented by D&S Tires Inc., Kurt Coffey, Head of Global Marketing Communications for Case IH and Justin Blanchette, Precision Ag Business Manager for John Deere dealership AHW LLC talk about how innovation and technology are driving agriculture. We talk turkey with the American Farm Bureau Federation and the USDA and hear a special message from Hall of Fame farm broadcaster Orion Samuelson. Ray Bohacz has another installment of “Bushels and Cents,” and we feature the music of Blake Shelton’s “The Voice” protégé Jon Mullins.
Time stamps
D&S Tire advertisement: 0:00
Kurt Coffey, Case IH: 1:53
D&S Tire advertisement: 26:00
Justin Blanchette, AHW LLC: 26:33
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 37:58
Orion Samuelson, WGN-AM/This Week in AgriBusiness: 38:28
Talking Turkey with American Farm Bureau Federation and USDA: 38:59
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 43:06
Jon Mullins: 44:31
On this episode, Farmer Veteran Coalition Founder and Chief Agricultural Officer Michael O’Gorman discusses the work of the nation’s largest nonprofit that connects veterans and active-duty military members to careers in agriculture. Nashville singer/songwriter and Warrior Rounds founder J.T. Cooper discusses that organization’s work and his involvement in the Blackhawk Down incident. Also, country music recording artist Jenny Leigh Miller talks about her time as an Army intelligence officer, as well as her career and her new single, “God + Country.”
Time stamps:
Michael O’Gorman, Farmer Veteran Coalition: 1:20
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 43:32
J.T. Cooper: 44:02
Jenny Leigh Miller: 1:34:36
On this episode we discuss some of the changes to Congressional ag committees as a result of the election. Also, the U.S. Department of Labor has changed how farm labor rate increases are determined. John Deere’s Nate Clark and Farm Rescue Founder Bill Gross stop by to talk about their partnership and a benefit concert slated for Dec. 9, featuring Dustin Lynch, Maddie and Tae, Mickey Guyton, Tyler Farr and Travis Denning. We profile content sharing partner, “The Hot Rod Farmer,” Ray Bohacz and we bring you the music of Ashlie Amber.
Time stamps
Election update: 1:10
H-2A changes: 6:28
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 8:04
Nate Clark, John Deere and Bill Gross, Farm Rescue: 8:35
Ray Bohacz: 26:34
Ashlie Amber: 43:22
On this episode, Willard Mott and Kathryn Seebruck of Illinois Valley Community College talk about the momentum of the revived ag program, which just opened a new facility. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey provides a weather outlook and harvest report for corn, soybeans, cotton and peanuts, as well a winter wheat planting update. American Farm Bureau Federation Chief Economist John Newton talks about China’s recent U.S. commodity purchases, which include the first-ever U.S. rice buy. Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents,” Honky-tonk star Bobby Marquez talks about his virtual campfire songwriter series and we feature the music of emerging country singer/songwriter Brecken Miles.
Time stamps:
Willard Mott and Kathryn Seebruck, Illinois Valley Community College: 1:21
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 13:43
Brad Rippey, USDA meteorologist: 14:13
John Newton, American Farm Bureau Federation: 19:06
Derek Brazda, United We Ag Podcast: 21:25
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 43:33
Bobby Marquez: 44:53
Brecken Miles: 56:05
All States Ag Parts' Terry Burkart talks tractor winterization and CLAAS' John Schofield discusses the new ORBIS headers and DISCO mowers. Dairy Management Inc. uses video games, including Minecraft, to reach Gen-Zers and Kansas State University researchers develop a smartphone app for bovine facial recognition to store herd information in the cloud. Ray Bohacz has another installment of “Bushels and Cents” and Dustin Collins releases “Stand For The Flag.” The episode also features the music of Mira Goto.
On this episode, Olivier Jerphagnon, founder and CEO of AgMonitor (Formerly PowWow), talks about new funding and the business of helping California growers manage their water usage. Keith Maxey with the Colorado Farm Show talks about the show’s scholarship program, which will continue despite the cancelation of the 2021 show. We hear about NASCAR star Clint Boyer teaming up with DeKalb and FFA for a scholarship contest. Shelby Myers with the American Farm Bureau Federation provides reaction to the latest WASDE report, Ray Bohacz has another installment of Bushels and Cents and we feature the music of Paige King Johnson.
On this episode, Henry Wycoff and Kevin Ash of AHW LLC discuss what makes a good ag machinery service technician, Dave Carter of the National Bison Association discusses developments in the bison ranching industry, Nashville recording artist Stephanie Nash talks about the release of her “Time Changes” single and gives an update on her FFA scholarship contest, Ray Bohacz has another installment of “Bushels and Cents” and we feature the music of Academy of Western Artists Award-winning singer/songwriter Scott Southworth.
Time stamps:
Henry Wycoff and Kevin Ash, AHW LLC: 1:15
Chandler Equipment advertisement: 21:14
Dave Carter, National Bison Association: 21:44
Stephanie Nash: 28:31
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 36:14
Scott Southworth: 37:26
On this episode, Scott Bennett, Director of Congressional Relations for the American Farm Bureau Federation, talks about the work of the Cattle Market Working Group. Joe Vaclavik, President and Founder of Standard Grain in Nashville, Tennessee, recaps the USDA Grain Stocks and Small Grains reports, Ray Bohacz presents another episode of “Bushels and Cents,” and we hear the music of traditional country music star Ray Scott.
Details on the second round of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program payments, Congress extends Commodity Credit Corporation funding, Orion Samuelson calling it a career, remembering Evan Slack and W.S. “Fluke” Holland, talking Hemp with Murray State University’s Dr. Tony Brannon and Ray Bohacz presents “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Pam Tillis proteges, The Render Sisters.
On this episode, Grant Suhre of John Deere and Morgan Hester with AHW LLC discuss what John Deere is doing to recruit, train and retail maintenance technicians for John Deere dealerships. Karen Jones with Growmark talks about the agricultural cooperative’s 2021 essay contest for some Midwest FFA students, Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents,” and we feature the music of bluegrass and traditional country music artist Alecia Nugent.
Time stamps
Grant Suhre, John Deere: 1:14
Morgan Hester, AHW LLC: 12:27
Karen Jones, Growmark: 26:06
Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 31:38
Alecia Nugent: 33:08
Nick Zachrich with The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences previews Farm Science Review 2020, which will be held virtually Sept. 22-24. Case IH Corporate Events Manager Rebecca Ivey talks about the manufacturer preparing content for virtual fall farm shows, and Cheryl Skjolaas with the University of Wisconsin Center for Agricultural Safety and Health offers fall harvest safety tips. Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents” and we feature the music of Johnny and the Mongrels.
On this episode, Brian Robertson, CEO of Estes Performance Concaves, talks about preparing combines for the fall harvest. He also talks about his company’s new XPR 2 concaves. U.S. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue talks Chinese commodity purchases, and he, Sen. Chuck Grassley and U.S. Rep. Collin Peterson weigh in on ethanol industry struggles, and CFAP deadlines are discussed. Ray Bohacz presents “Bushels and Cents” and we feature the music of country music singer/songwriter Ben Fuller.
On this episode Patrick Driscoll, President and CEO of the Certified Agriculture Dealership Program, talks about AgRally, America’s New Live Farm Show, which will be featured on RFD-TV. Curt Blades, Senior Vice President, Agricultural Services, for the Association of Equipment Manufacturers discusses how ag equipment manufacturers have weathered 2020, Ray Bohacz presents another installment of “Bushels and Cents” and we chat with rising Nashville singer/songwriter Taylon Hope.
On this episode, Roy Johnson with John Deere dealer AHW LLC talks about how the dealership used the strength of its website to navigate the pandemic, John Deere’s Laurel Caes talks about how the manufacturer has had to pivot from in-person fall farm shows to virtual events, The Hot Rod Farmer, Ray Bohacz, shares his “Bushels and Cents” tips and we have the second part of our conversation with Corn Warriors Season 4 competitor, Eric Reed. The episode also features a conversation with Grammy-winning country music artists John Berry.
Time stamps:
- Roy Johnson, AHW LLC: 1:14
- Laurel Caes, John Deere: 11:29
- Ray Bohacz, Bushels and Cents: 19:59
- Eric Reed, Corn Warriors: 20:58
- John Berry, 31:42
On this episode we have a summary of the USDA August Crop Production Report and a discussion with National FFA Organization Communications Manager Kristy Meyer about how FFA will help guide chapters through an unusual school year and what a virtual national convention might look like. We introduce “Bushels and Cents,” a new feature from the Hot Rod Farmer, Ray Bohacz, and we talk with Corn Warriors Season 4 competitor Eric Reed. The episode also features a conversation with Grand Ole Opry legend Jeannie Seely, with special guests Tim Atwood, Dallas Wayne and Bobby Tomberlin.
Time stamps:
USDA August Crop Production Report: 1:20
Kristy Meyer, National FFA Organization: 2:32
Ray Bohacz, FarmMachineryDigest.com: 11:45
Eric Reed, Corn Warriors: 13:13
Jeannie Seely/Tim Atwood/Dallas Wayne/Bobby Tomberlin: 33:55
On this episode, Iowa farmer and United Soybean Board director Tom Oswald talks about the redesigned Soybean Research & Information Network, National Farmers Union President Rob Larew talks innovation, COVID-19, cattle industry challenges and more, and we profile Corn Warriors Season 4 competitor Jake Drozd. The episode also features the music of Craig Campbell.
On this episode, David Graden, the agricultural operational marketing manager for Michelin North America talks about new tire technology and U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue addresses the National Association of Farm Broadcasting. We continue our series on Corn Warriors Season 4 competitors with a profile of Dan Leupkes and we feature the music of country music singer-songwriter Matt Kennon.
On this episode, Terry Burkart of All States Ag Parts talks about diagnosing and repairing air conditioning problems in farm equipment. Nashville singer/songwriter and fourth-generation dairy farmer Stephanie Nash talks about an FFA scholarship program she is launching and we profile Corn Warriors competitor Cory Atley. We receive a corn and soybean outlook from USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey, and we feature the music of Lockeland.
On this episode we visit Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, for Bulls and Barrels 2020 to benefit Abigail’s Plan, a stop on Kolt Barber’s American Cowboy Showdown. We also talk with Corn Warriors stars Kevin Kalb and Brooks Cardinal, as well as show creator Seth Wood. The episode also features the music of country music singer/songwriter Dallas Remington.
On this episode we discuss agriculture content creation with Hank and Gina Hamilton of the Hamiltonville Farm YouTube channel, and with Maddy Buxton, Culture and Trends Manager at YouTube. We also talk about the new book “Behind The Man In Black: The WS Holland Story,” with coauthor Ron Haney, and we feature the music of singer/songwriter Allie Colleen.
In this episode, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall and ag economist and Agricultural Economic Insights cofounder David Widmar assess the agriculture industry at the midpoint of 2020. The episode also features the music of emerging Nashville country music hitmaker KayLyn Pace.
Time stamps:
Zippy Duvall, American Farm Bureau Federation: 2:23
David Widmar, Agricultural Economic Insights: 32:07
KayLyn Pace: 57:41
Nathan Kramer from John Deere talks about the new X9 1000 and 1100 combines; American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall discusses carbon credits; National Corn Growers Association Yield Contest deadline approaches and agricultural entrepreneurship coach Matt Brechwald talks off-farm income. The episode features the music of Southbound 75.
On this episode we talk combines with CLAAS and All States Ag Parts. We also have the second part of the fireside chat on agriculture innovation with U.S. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue and SVG Ventures cofounder and CEO John Hartnett, and we hear the music of country music singer/songwriter Will Banister.
- Blake McOllough, CLAAS of America: 1:03
- Terry Burkart, All States Ag Parts: 10:10
- Sonny Perdue and John Hartnett: 17:08
- Will Banister: 32:36
In this episode, we talk with Dan Schweers of A1 Mist Sprayers, Ponca, Nebraska, about controlling insects and other pests on the farm. We also talk with Damon Johnson of Farmers Edge about the company’s hail detection system, and U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and SVG Ventures co-founder and CEO John Hartnett talk about the need for public-private collaborations to foster innovation in agriculture. We also have a conversation with, and feature the music of, singer/songwriter Thomas Gabriel, the eldest grandson of the Man in Black, Johnny Cash.
On this episode we talk hay season and hay tools with Brad Stout and Mark Jansen of ACI Distributors and John Biggins and David O’Toole of McHale. We also talk with country artist Kolt Barber about his American Cowboy Challenge and partnership with Rockin’ K Rodeo and the International Professional Rodeo Association. The episode also features the music of Texas-based country music artist Cathy Jewell, who also owns KSSL-FM in Slaton, Texas. You can find her music at cathyjewell.hearnow.com.
In this episode we talk with Jeremy Puck, President and CEO of Manning, Iowa-based Puck Enterprises Inc., about the liquid handling equipment and hose manufacturer’s purchase of Dothan, Alabama-based U.S. Coupling. We hear from Tom Gallagher, CEO of Dairy Management Inc. and Tom Vilsack President and CEO of the U.S. Dairy Export Council about finding new opportunities for U.S. Dairy Products. We also hear from Chris Galen of the National Milk Producers Federation, about how the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program will help dairy farmers. The episode also features the music of country music singer/songwriter Sam L. Smith.
This episode features details of the $19 billion Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) for farmers, ranchers and consumers, with comments from President Donald Trump, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. The special Memorial Day episode also features a conversation with, and the music of, country music singer/songwriter Ryan Weaver, a 20-year U.S. Army veteran, the patriotic voice of Professional Bull Riders (PBR) and a member of a double Gold Star family.
In this episode, farmer/mental health advocate/blogger/“What the Farm” podcast co-host Lesley Kelly talks about mental health on the farm and a partnership she has with Corteva to provide resources to people in need of help; Steve Vistad, vice president of sales for Minnesota-based DakotaBio talks about how his company is using advancements in biotechnology and beneficial organisms to help farmers increase yields and improve soil health; and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey provides a spring planting report on various crops. The episode also features the music of Bobby Marquez, presented by the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee. Marquez about two livestream events he will hold to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
In this episode, Purdue University student Grace Hasler talks about winning the American Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers & Ranchers Virtual Collegiate Discussion Meet and Hartford, Wisconsin, high school student and FFA member Ally Loosen discusses the Corona Kicker virtual livestock show she created. Hear how the pork industry is trying to navigate COVID-19 situation, and Lyle Orwig talks about the Dodge Ram Agriculture AGPack program. The episode also features the music of The Singing Sierran, Rich Price, presented by the Ernest Tubb Record Shop, Nashville, Tennessee.
On this episode, National FFA Organization’s Christine White discusses how COVID-19 has affected the organization. Ethan Lane of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association talks about President Trump’s move to keep meat-packing plants open, Ambassador Robert Lighthizer gives an update on USMCA, Kenneth Unruh of Kenneth’s Sales & Service, Lewis, Kansas, talks spring equipment prep and Trevor McKeeman provides an update on HitchPin. The episode also features the music of Alex Schofield, live from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
Episode 51 features Precision Planting Agronomist Jason Webster sharing tips on avoiding spring planting pitfalls. Kip Eideberg of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers talks about how manufacturers are navigating COVID-19, U.S. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue shares details of the feds’ $19 billion aid package for farmers, Michigan farmer Nathan Engelhard talks about his farming operation, Florence Becot of the National Farm Medicine Center discusses a lack of health insurance in rural America and Tad Feaster of AquaBlast talks about keeping farms sanitary. The episode also features the second part of a two-part conversation with honky-tonk, Creole and Western swing singer/fiddler Dennis Stroughmatt.
In Episode 50, David Ottavianelli talks about how John Deere has shifted from making planters to producing face shields for health care workers and Julie Anna Potts of the North American Meat Institute discusses how pandemic-tested meat producers are faring. The episode also features the music of Hall of Fame honky-tonk-Creole-swing fiddler Dennis Stroughmatt, who just released a new album, “Same Old Me: An Homage to Ray Price and the Cherokee Cowboys.”
Episode 49 features a discussion on the state of rural health care in light of COVID-19. Hear from Allan Morgan, CEO, National Rural Health Association, and Beth O’Connor, Executive Director, Virginia Rural Health Association. The episode also features Glenn Pfeif, owner, G&M Implement Inc., Greeley, Colorado, talking about what business looks like during a pandemic. U.S. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue and Undersecretary Brandon Lipps talk about what the USDA is doing to provide nutritious food to eligible school children and low-income Americans, and we hear the music of Dawn Anita, the 2018 Academy of Western Artists Western Female Vocalist of the Year and the aunt of country superstar Joe Diffie. We also discuss being ranked among the Top 35 Podcasts in Agriculture on Feedspot, as ranked by Anuj Agarwal.
This episode features U.S. Wheat Associates Vice President of Communications Steve Mercer talking about international wheat prices and demand in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as a conversation with Midwest Farm Report’s Pam Jahnke about milk dumping by Wisconsin dairies, and Jahnke’s conversation with Wisconsin Ag Secretary Randy Romanski. It also features American Farm Bureau Federation Congressional Relations Director Allison Crittenden talking about important updates to the H-2A visa program for temporary agriculture workers, as well as the music of Justin Dukes, live from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
Episode 47 features American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall, Arizona farmer John Boelts and South Carolina farmer Chalmers Carr discussing the need for temporary farm workers to be cleared to enter America from Mexico under the H-2A visa program despite a Coronavirus-related State Department halt of visa applications in Mexico. The episode also features ag economist David Widmar discussing COVID-19's short- and long-term impact on the ag economy, as well as the music of Bobby Tomberlin from Hank Snow's Rainbow Ranch in Madison, Tennessee, presented by the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville.
This episode features coverage of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic from an agricultural prospective, with interviews with American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall, Chief Economist Dr. John Newton and Director of Congressional Relations R.J. Karney. It also features U.S. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue and 3i Farm Show Director Eddie Estes. Also included is the music of Kalsey Kulyk, from Hank Snow's Rainbow Ranch in Madison, Tennessee, presented by the Ernest Tubb Record Shop, Nashville, Tennessee.
This episode includes interviews conducted at Commodity Classic 2020 and the National Farm Machinery Show. Included are interviews with Kris Kinnaird, Farmers Edge; Zach Johnson, Millennial Farmer; Maddy Buxton, YouTube; Deborah Cole, Kansas State University; Ted Gregg, Bush Hog; Wade Simon, Lock Jawz. It also features the music of former Voice contestant Cody Wickline from Hank Snow's Rainbow Ranch in Madison, Tennessee, presented by the Ernest Tubb Record Shop.
This episode features interviews conducted at Commodity Classic 2020, Feb. 27-29, in San Antonio, Texas. It includes U.S. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue, National Corn Yield Champion, Corn Warriors Season 3 winner and world record holder David Hula and Michael Musselman with Low Mu Tech. It also features Deutz Fahr's Andrew Winkels and Needham Ag's Phil Needham from the National Farm Machinery Show. The episode also features the music of Richard Lynch, live from Hank Snow's Rainbow Ranch in Madison, Tennessee, presented by the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville.
This episode features interviews conducted at the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Kentucky, with representatives from John Deere dealer AHW LLC, Discount Hose, S. Houle, Horsch, Schaeffer Lubricants and AgSafe. It also features the music of Teea Goans, live from Hank Snow's Rainbow Ranch in Madison, Tennessee, presented by the Ernest Tubb Record Shop, Nashville, Tennessee.
On this episode, we travel to the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Kentucky. We talk to John Deere about a new planter, S.I. Distributing about a new soy-based powder lubricant, Landoll about a new vertical tillage tool, Bestway Ag about a new sprayer, Cenex about their line of lubricants and Martin-Till about a new closing wheel. We roll out our new "Straight From The Farmer's Mouth" segment in which we hear farmers talk about what they like about the Fastline print catalog, and we take you to Hank Snow's iconic Rainbow Ranch in Madison, Tennessee, for the music of Darin and Brooke Aldridge, presented by the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville.
On this episode, representatives of New Holland and Case IH talk new product rollouts at the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Kentucky. We also learn about Power EQ farm equipment inventory management and evaluation software. The episode also features the music of Lockeland, live from Hank Snow's Rainbow Ranch in Madison, Tennessee, presented by the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville.
On this episode we visit with David Beck, President and CEO of Kentucky Venues, to preview the National Farm Machinery Show and the Championship Tractor Pull, which will be held Feb. 12-15, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville. We also speak Jennifer Fawkes, marketing manager of the World Ag Expo, which will be held Feb. 12-14, at the International Agri-Center in Tulare, California. We also talk with Sam Goldberg, producer of the film "Silo," and hear from emerging country star Karen Waldrup, live from Hank Snow's Rainbow Ranch in Madison, Tennessee, presented by the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville.
Episode 39 is the second part in a two-part series from the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention and Trade Show in Austin, Texas. It features U.S. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue talking about his trade mission to the EU, President Trump talking USMCA, Behavioral Health Consultant Adrienne DeSutter discussing mental health on the farm, USDA NASS' Joe Parsons explaining ag data collection, AGI's Jeff Watson discussing AGI SureTrack, Devin Cain talking about the Belmont County, Ohio, Farm Bureau's backpack packing program and Sherry Saylor discussing the American Farm Bureau Women's Leadership Committee's partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities. The episode also features the music of Paul Bogart live from Hank Snow's Rainbow Ranch in Madison Tennessee, presented by the Ernest Tubb Record Shop.
The episode includes excerpts from President Donald Trump's address to the 101st American Farm Bureau Federation Convention in Austin, Texas. It also includes analysis from Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation President Kevin Paap. Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller and American Farm Bureau Federation Vice President Scott VanderWal also join host Brent Adams. Featured is the music of country star Clare Dunn, live from Hank Snow's Rainbow Ranch in Madison, Tennessee, presented by the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville.
On this episode, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall gives his outlook for the ag industry in 2020 and previews the organization's national convention and trade show, held Jan. 17-22 in Austin, Texas. The program also visits the Fort Wayne (Indiana) Farm Show and talks with show director Fred Cline, Nate Perry of Huntington University and Beacon Credit Union Ag Group Chief Lending Officer Todd Beehler about things farmers should consider when seeking ag financing. We also present the music of Dillon Carmichael, live from Hank Snow's iconic Rainbow Ranch in Madison, Tennessee.
Farm equipment manufacturers John Deere and Case IH talk about new products and we discuss soil compaction. We also talk with Dick Gehring of the National Bison Association, and hear the music of bluegrass star Jimmy Bowen, live from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville.
The first-anniversary edition of Fastline Fast Track features agriculture economist David Widmar of Agricultural Economic Insights taking a look back at the year that was in 2019 and discussing the state of the ag economy heading into 2020. We also hear from U.S. Dairy Export Council President and CEO and former U.S. Ag Secretary, Tom Vilsack about the council's efforts to promote U.S. dairy abroad. The episode also features music from rising honky-tonk star Cagney Frizzell, the nephew of country music icons Lefty Frizzell and David Frizzell.
Episode 34 from the Nebraska Power Farming Show features representatives of the Nebraska Hemp Industries Association, Timpte, SiDump'r, L&D Ag Service, A1 Mist Sprayers and Norwood Sales Inc. it also features the music of Rusty Williams from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
Episode 33 is the first in a two-part series featuring conversations with exhibitors at the Nebraska Power Farming Show, held Dec. 10-12, 2019, at the Lancaster Events Center in Lincoln. Included are interviews with representatives of Heartland Ag Systems, Butler Ag Equipment, HydraBed, Bill's Volume Sales and Service and Purdue University. Also featured is the music of J Edwards from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
Episode 32 features a discussion on hot-button trade issues with Ethan Lane, Vice President of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. It also features a discussion on land and pasture management with Corteva, crop inputs with Nutrien Ag Solutions and feature the music of Stephanie Nash from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville.
On Episode 31 of the podcast we talk with Jennifer Badding with John Deere about the manufacturer's participation in DataConnect cloud-to-cloud machine data sharing service. We also speak with USDA Rural Development Administrator Chad Rupe about the USDA's ReConnect Pilot Program, Erin Wroge about new products and cold weather tips from CHS Lubricants/Cenex and Matt Frank with Firestone Ag about new tire innovations for the farm, as well as tips to prepare farm equipment tires for winter. The episode also features the music of up-and-coming honky-tonk star Tim Bolo from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville.
On this episode we talk with Ryan Pearcy of Mahindra USA about the company's push to gain market share in the United States. We also talk with American Farm Bureau Federation Economist Veronica Nigh about pressing trade issues heading into 2020, and we talk new products with Adam Reid from equipment manufacturer Versatile. We also feature Christmas music from country artist Scott Southworth and former Chicago band member Jeff Coffey, and traditional country music from Kolt Barber from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville.
Episode 29 features interviews conducted at the National Association of Farm Broadcasting convention in Kansas City Nov. 13-15, 2019. Included are interviews with U.S. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue, USDA Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Ted McKinney, Mahindra North America President and CEO Viren Popli, Hall of Fame ag broadcaster Orion Samuelson and the music of acclaimed country music singer/songwriter Bobby Tomberlin from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
On Episode 28 of Fastline Fast Track we hear from U.S. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue about his trade mission to Mexico and his thoughts on USMCA, MFP payments and the USDA budget. We hear from Anna Schyett, the dean of the School of Social Work at the University of Georgia about mental health on the farm, we talk preparing tractors for winter or for sale with Terry Burkart of All States Ag Parts, and we hear the music of Cody Ikerd, from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
On Episode 27 of Fastline Fast Track, presented by Kinze Manufacturing, we talk with Brad Niensteadt of Kinze about the company's new planter technologies. We also talk about the value of university extension programs with representatives of the University of Georgia, the University of Florida, Clemson University and North Carolina State University. The episode also features an interview with, and the music of, James Dupre, from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee. James appeared on Season 9 of "The Voice," and was hand picked by country music icon Randy Travis to sing Randy's music on tour with his original band.
On Episode 26 of Fastline Fast Track, Bill Weber and Leo Bose of Case IH talk about things producers should consider when planning for 2020. We also talk with representatives from the University of Georgia, the University of Florida, Clemson University, Auburn University and Fort Valley State University about their programs and things prospective students should consider when choosing an ag education. We also present an interview with, and the music of, Erin Enderlin, live from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
Episode 25 of Fastline Fast Track features more interviews from Sunbelt Ag Expo 2019, held Oct. 15-17 in Moultrie, Georgia. Featured are Adam Verner from Elite Ag, Greg Spooner from Specialty Sales, Michael Sosebee from Chandler Manufacturing Co., Scott Black with Cadman Power Equipment and Billy Black with High Tech Equipment Sales. The episode also features an interview with Woody Woodell of Anna, Ohio-based Fertilizer Dealer Supply, and revisits the music of honky-tonk hero Scott Southworth, from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
Episode 24 of Fastline Fast Track includes early interviews from Sunbelt Ag Expo 2019, held Oct. 15-17 in Moultrie, Georgia. On the program are U.S. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue; Rodney Walker with Alabama Gooseneck Sales; Zeke Hembree with ABI Irrigation and Steve Crouch with Newton Crouch Inc. The episode also features interviews with Terry Burkart with All-States Ag Parts and Ben Johnson with Farmers Edge. Episode 24 also includes interviews with Alex Johnson, Beck's Hybrids; Don Frisbie, Kuhn Krause and Pierce Randall with Great Plains Manufacturing Inc. from Farm Science Review, presented by The Ohio State University, held Sept. 17-19 in London, Ohio. The episode wraps up with the music of Erik Stucky, recorded at the Ernest Tubb Record Shop, 417 Broadway, Nashville, Tennessee.
In Episode 23 of the podcast, we talk with Chip Blalock, executive director of the Sunbelt Ag Expo, Moultrie, Georgia, about the 2019 show, which will be held Oct. 15-17. We also talk Nashville recording artist Kolt Barber, get an update on the Wheelman autosteer product from AgJunction and we revisit Farm Science Review 2019 with representatives of Copperhead Ag, PWR EZ, FuelPro Fuel Trailers and Seed Genetics Direct. We also present the music of Mary Kutter, live from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
On Episode 22, we continue our interviews from Farm Science Review 2019, held Sept. 17-19 in London, Ohio. At the show, put on by The Ohio State University, we talk with representatives from Accord Financial, Rowland Truck and Equipment, Integrated Ag Services and Homan Inc. We also flash back to performances from J.D. Shelburne and Dustin Collins, recorded in early 2019 at the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
Episode 21 of Fastline Fast Track features interviews from Farm Science Review, presented by The Ohio State University, Sept. 17-19, in London, Ohio. Included are representatives of John Deere, DragoTec, Bestway Ag, Martin-Till, Bane-Welker Equipment and Hurricane Ditcher. The episode also features interviews with show manager Nick Zachrich, World Ag Expo marketing manager Jennifer Fawkes and Ohio ag mechanics teacher Brad White. The episode also features the music of Lucas Hoge, live from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
On Episode 20 of Fastline Fast Track we preview the Farm Science Review show in Ohio with show manager Nick Zachrich. We also feature All-States Ag Parts and have interviews with representatives of Big Iron auctions, CLAAS, Nutrien Ag Solutions and Demco from Farm Progress Show 2019. We also talk with Jeremy Holm, a star of the movie "Silo," and we talk with country music stars Kolt Barber and Brandon Maddox, who performs from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
In Episode 19, Case IH's Ryan Blasiak talks about harvest season, Kim Schmidt, executive editor of Farm Equipment Magazine talks equipment trends, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue talks trade and other topics, and we hear the music of Hawkshaw Hawkins Jr., live from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
Episode 18 of Fastline Fast Track is a special Farm Progress Show preview edition, spotlighting the annual Farm Progress Show, which will be held Tuesday, Aug. 27-Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019, in Decatur, Illinois. Featured on the show is Matt Jungmann, National Events Manger for the Farm Progress Show, Justin Render with Kinze Manufacturing, Leo Bose with Case IH, and rising country music star Kolt Barber, who launches his new "Out on the Farm With Kolt" segment. It also features music from John Michael King, Terry Bell and Dustin Collins.
In Episode 17 of Fastline Fast Track, Grant Suhre of John Deere talks about the company's launch of a U.S. Department of Labor-approved program that will establish training partnerships aimed at curbing a shortage of equipment technicians. We also visit Precision Planting's Precision Technology Institute Farm in Pontiac, Illinois, and we bring you the music of "Dukes of Hazzard," Smallville" and "The Haves and The Have Nots" actor and country music singer John Schneider, presented by the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
Episode 16 of the AAEA Ag Communicators Network 2019 Podcast of the Year features interviews from Ag Media Summit 2019 in Minneapolis. Hear from New Holland, Farmers Edge and Conservis. We also bring you the music of Josh Gallagher, who competed for Team Adam on Season 11 of NBC's "The Voice."
On Episode 15 of Fastline Fast Track, R.J. Karney, the Director of Congressional Relations for the American Farm Bureau Federation, talks about Farm Bureau's efforts to persuade Congress to allocate resources for rural broadband initiatives. Also, Indiana-based picker Joe Poe talks about the red-hot farm collectibles market and we feature music from The Bennett Hall Band, from the legendary Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
On Episode 14 of Fastline Fast Track we talk about the growing hemp industry with U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue. We talk with Ben and Jeremy Puck about Puck Enterprises at 40, and we bring you the music of Gary Brewer and the Kentucky Ramblers, presented by the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
In Episode 13 of Fastline Fast Track we talk with David Coffin, Martin Carrier and Todd Stucke of Kubota Tractor Corporation about the company's entry into high-horsepower tractors and the benefits of the new Kubota Ranch in Texas. We talk with ag economist David Widmar about the ag economy heading into the second half of 2019, and tell you about Isaac Nelson, a student at the University of Minnesota and a rising star in the dairy industry. Then we take you to the legendary Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee, for the music of former "American Idol" contestant Payton Taylor.
Episode 12 of Fastline Fast Track features an interview with Tom Oswald, United Soybean Board director and farmer from Cleghorn, Iowa, talking about the United Soybean Board's "Tech Toolshed." We also talk with Doris Mold, president of Minnesota-based Sunrise Agricultural Associates about cultivating resiliency for Women in Agriculture. We highlight a new partnership between Iron Solutions and Fastline Media Group and we feature the music of Academy of Western Artists 2019 "Best Pure Country Album of the Year" award winner Scott Southworth, recorded at the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
In Episode 11 of Fastline Fast Track we talk with Tracy Sagan, Case IH and Bill Weber, Case IH High-Horsepower Tractor Marketing Manager about Case IH's product offerings. We also salute the men and women of the United States Armed Forces who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. We hear from Nashville singer-songwriter JT Cooper, who was a member of the 10th Mountain Division, U.S. Army, in Mogadishu, Somalia in 1993. He was one of the first to respond to rescue Army Rangers shot down in the harrowing scene that became the basis for the movie "Blackhawk Down." JT performs from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville.
In Episode 10 of Fastline Fast Track we talk with Ray Atkinson of the American Farm Bureau Federation about improving mental health on the farm. We also talk with Andy Junkin about helping farm families come together to make better decisions for their operation. We talk with American Farm Bureau Federation Economist Veronica Nigh about the ag census and we highlight the new John Deere 1,600-gallon R4060 and updated R4045 sprayers for 2020. We also take you to the legendary Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee, for music from country singer/songwriter Marty Brown.
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Episode 9 features a discussion about planting and tillage equipment with Tony McClleland, CASE IH Planter Marketing Manager, a discussion about the 2017 Ag Census with Dan Sumner, director of the Agricultural Issues Center at the University of California, Davis and the music of Tim Atwood, live from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
This episode, presented by CASE IH, features an Hours of Service rules announcement by U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao from the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky, and reaction from U.S. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue. We also talk with Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association Vice President Louie Pugh, Land Line Now/Sirius XM Road Dog Trucking Radio host Mark Reddig, country singer/songwriter Tony Justice, Duck Dynasty's Mountain Man, Lynn Justesen from Arysta LifeScience and Tayla Lynn, the granddaughter of country music legend Loretta Lynn, live from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
Episode 7 of Fastline Fast Track features conversations with representatives of John Deere and Michelin about some of their latest innovations for the farm. It also features a discussion about spring sprayer preparation with Greg DeCramer of Sioux Falls, South Dakota-based C&R Supply and a recap of the 3i Show in Dodge City, Kansas. Exhibitors featured on the podcast include Ransom, Kansas-based Simpson Farm Enterprises Inc.; Dodge City-based Trojan Specialty Products; Montezuma, Kansas-based Ag Alert Inc.; Dallas-based Estes Performance Concaves; Lewis, Kansas-based Kenneth’s Sales & Service; St. Edward, Nebraska-based Big Iron Auctions; Colby, Kansas-based Golden Plains Ag Tech/Outback Guidance and Manhattan, Kansas-based HitchPin. We'll also take you to the legendary Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee, for music from emerging country artist Ava Rowland.
This episode, presented by Case IH features a wrap-up of the 2019 Commodity Classic in Orlando, Florida. It includes interviews with representatives of Case IH, U.S. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue, National Cattlemen's Beef Association President Jennifer Houston and representatives of Bushel, Ritchie Brothers, Demco and Farmers Edge. We talk with Kevin Kalb, a star of the hit RFD-TV series Corn Warriors and have an interview with Grand Ole Opry star T. Graham Brown, live from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville. That's followed up by his performance from Billy Bob's Texas.
This episode features a wrap-up of the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Kentucky. It includes interviews with representatives of Bush Hog, CDS-John Blue, Deutz- Fahr, Sukup, JCB, McFarlane Manufacturing, MDS Manufacturing and Horsch. It also includes interviews with Ryan Kuster from "How Farms Work" and Ag Education on the Move Program Director Luella Gregory, and music from Bobby Marquez, live from the stage of the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee
This episode features interviews from the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Kentucky, with Aumann Auctions, Classic Tractor Fever, Case IH and New Holland. It also includes crisis PR tips from Holly Carter, a presenter at the 2019 World Ag Expo and music from Shane Owens live from the Legends Stage at the world-famous Ernest Tubb Record Shop in Nashville, Tennessee.
This episode features interviews with each of the remaining cast members of the Dukes of Hazzard on the show's 40th anniversary. We preview the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Kentucky, and the World Ag Expo in Tulare, California. Country star Dustin Collins joins us from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop Legends Stage and outlaw country star Whey Jennings sings his grandfather Waylon Jennings' song "Jack of Diamonds" as a tribute to his father, the late Terry Jennings.
Episode 2 of Fastline Fast Track features the second part of our interview with American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall as well as an interview with agricultural economist David Widmar, co-founder of Agricultural Economic Insights. We also take you to the Fastline Fast Track Legends Stage at the legendary Ernest Tubb Record Shop, 417 Broadway in Nashville, Tennessee, to hear the sounds for rising country star J.D. Shelburne as he performs his new single “One Less Girl.”
The inaugural episode of Fastline Fast Track features interviews with American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall, "How Farms Work" creator and host Ryan Kuster and AgJunction Vice President Doug Marinaro discussing his company's new autosteering product, Wheelman Pro. The Legends Stage presented by Ernest Tubb Record Shop features an interview and performance by Whey Jennings, grandson of country music legend Waylon Jennings.