A Better Way To Farm Podcast: Recent Episodes
Rod Livesay
Global shortages are causing farm input costs to skyrocket. A Better Way To Farm shows you how to take control of inputs and maximize profit so you can farm the way you want. Visit https://abetterwaytofarm.com to use the free Farm Profit Score calculator.
Episode 261 Highlights ✨01:43On Navigating Rising Costs and Market Volatility …03:23Rising Corn Production Costs <07:12A Financial Boom Followed by Downturn13:24Market Trends and Grain Marketing Insights 🡨19:01Grain Marketing Emotions and Mistakes22:54 “Back to the Futures” <
Episode 260 Highlights ✨01:07Want to maximize your farm yields and profits?03:09On Improving Crop Yield and Health …06:43Product Performance and Cleanliness Feedback <<12:07Get these Tips for Improving Crop Yield!We help row crop farmers increase yields and profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If you are open to talking with us about that, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAIL 🡨Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Did you miss the previous episode? We got you covered 🡪WHY YOU NEED TO USE A NIS SURFACTANT WHEN SPRAYING, EP259
Episode 259 Highlights ✨01:16On Maximizing Farm Profit Through Precision …02:53Excited for Precision Farm Drones??06:07Improve your Plant Health for Profit!07:33Crop Protection and Efficiency <
Episode 258 Highlights ✨01:45On Market Challenges and Volatility …03:55USDA Corn Crop Yield Controversy 🡨09:23Global Wheat Production and Market Trends <<17:25On Agricultural Futures Marketing Education …18:18Low Prices as a Cure??25:47Options Training and Education Information
Episode 257 Highlights ✨00:28Benefits of Using Sugar in Farming 🡨02:02Sugar in Plant Nutrition08:59On Optimal Sugar Application Rates in Agriculture …14:14Value of Learning From MistakesWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAIL 🡨Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered 🡪OVERLOOKED RESEARCH ON BORON AND WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOU, EP256
Episode 256 Highlights ✨00:50The Role of Boron in Plant Nutrition 🡨02:08On Reducing Toxic Element Accumulation in Plants …14:21Boron’s Importance in Navigating Success for Your FarmWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.
To download the ultimate ebook guide, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/foliar-feeding-ebook.
Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAIL 🡨Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered 🡪THE SCIENCE AND STRATEGY BEHIND FOLIAR NITROGEN, EP255
Episode 255 Highlights ✨00:50Maximize Your Farm Yields with Foliar Nitrogen02:11On Earthworm Food Product Testing in Agriculture …03:40The Truth About Foliar Feeding <<07:18Enhancing Plant Growth with Foliar Feeding10:33Understanding Crop Input Decisions11:39The Negative Effects of Urea-Formaldehyde Products 🡨16:29We Need to Make Informed Decisions!We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAIL 🡨Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered 🡪ADDRESSING CROP DEFICIENCIES TO BOOST PROFITS, EP254
Episode 254 Highlights ✨01:08Maximizing Yields With Potassium Thiosulfate07:29On Addressing Sulfur Deficiency in Crops …09:57Maximizing Crop Nutrient Efficiency <<13:10Importance of Tissue Testing in Your Farm 🡨To download the ultimate ebook guide, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/foliar-feeding-ebook.We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAIL 🡨Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered 🡪5 MISSTEPS IN FOLIAR FEEDING THAT ARE CUTTING YOUR YIELD, EP253
Episode 253 Highlights ✨00:58 On Maximizing Yield With Foliar Feeding …01:26 Agronomy Expert Discusses the Common Mistakes <<03:24 Drone Business and Social Media Usage06:38 On Farming Side Hustles and Financial Freedom …11:45 Using Custom Liquid Fertilizer for Efficient Crops14:44 Knowing the Importance of Crop Stage Understanding <17:28 Sharing Effective Foliar Feeding Techniques ß18:06 Optimal Timing for Spraying24:28 On Foliar Feeding Success and Failures …To download the ultimate ebook guide, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/foliar-feeding-ebook.We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
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HERE'S HOW BORON CAN MAKE YOU MORE MONEY, EP252
Episode 252 Highlights ✨00:58 Knowing Boron Nutrient Importance in Farming <<05:57 Importance of Nutrients in Your Farm09:50 Boost Yields with Boron for Mycorrhizae 12:14 Yes, You Can Maximize Your Yield with Adequate Boron!To download the ultimate ebook guide, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/foliar-feeding-ebook.We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered THE BEST WAY TO PREVENT YELLOW FLASH IN YOUR SOYBEANS, EP251
Episode 251 Highlights ✨00:45 On Improving Glyphosate Efficiency with Manganese …02:17 Yes, you can improve your yield as well!06:24 Glyphosate Induced Manganese Deficiency Prevention <<11:22 Improving Weed Control and Yield
Episode 250 Highlights ✨01:28 On Optimizing Farm Inputs for Maximum Profit …03:18 Success with the Amplify Product in Farming <<08:05 A Farmers' Success with National Awards <13:27 Advantages of the Foliar Feeding Program ß17:14 Foliar Feeding Strategy for Corn18:58 On Application Techniques and Micronutrients …23:53 Summer Foliar Feeding for Corn and Soybeans31:56 Yield Increases From Foliar Feeding <<33:25 Maximizing Crop Yields with Foliar Feeding38:53 Can you maximize crop yields with just the fertilizers?We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO FOLIAR FEEDING, EP249
Episode 249 Highlights ✨00:59 On Optimizing Foliar Feeding for Crop Yield …02:01 Foliar Feeding for Increased Crop Yields <05:12 Nutrient Absorption and Fertilizer Delivery <<06:08 On Optimizing Plant Nutrition With Foliar Feeding …11:10 Foliar Feeding Timing and Surfactants15:43 Effective Foliar Feeding Techniques ß16:43 Selecting Pure Products for Foliar FeedingWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered HOW TO MASTER TISSUE TESTING AND NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES, EP248
Episode 248 Highlights ✨01:21 On Tissue Testing for Foliar Feeding …02:08 Optimizing Nutrient Management for Farmers04:22 Identify Plant Nutrient Deficiencies Through Testing <<08:09 Guidelines for Effective Tissue Testing ß10:45 On Improving Farm Practices for Future Success …17:03 Getting Nutrient Analysis through Reputable Labs only!We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered CAN MICRONUTRIENTS ELEVATE YOUR FARM YIELDS?, EP247
Episode 247 Highlights ✨00:56 On Maximizing Crop Yields With Micronutrients …04:41 Maximize Plant Nutrient Absorption <<08:38 Micronutrient Application for Crop Nutrition09:31 Efficient Micronutrient Application in Soil15:28 Maximizing Benefits of Foliar Application <16:30 On Selecting the Right Micronutrient Product …19:57 The Benefits of Improving Test Weight ßWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
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YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS: A DASH OF SUGAR FOR BETTER YIELDS, EP246
Episode 246 Highlights ✨00:52 The Power of Sugar!01:55 Sugar Application for Increased Yield Response <<07:28 On Enhancing Pest Control With Sugar Solution …15:55 Take a Different Approach This 2024 ßWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
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THE MOST PROFITABLE FARMS SPEND 33-% LESS PER ACRE, EP245
Episode 245 Highlights ✨00:46 Maximizing Farm Profit Through Fertilizer Efficiency <<02:51 On Optimizing Nitrogen Fertilizer Application …05:43 Efficient and Cost-Effective Crop Management ßWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered RESOURCES TO HELP YOU GROW HEALTHIER CROPS (AND COMBAT SCN & TAR SPOT), EP244
Episode 244 Highlights ✨01:03 On Farming Success Strategies …02:00 Understanding Soybean Cyst Nematodes ß04:26 Plant Growth Regulators Combat Nematodes08:48 Increase Plant Protection With Cytokinins <<10:22 On Maximizing Plant Health for Higher Yields …We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered SHOULD NITROGEN BE APPLIED WITH SUGAR?, EP243
Episode 243 Highlights ✨01:09 The importance of nitrogen ß02:15 Know the benefits of using sugar with nitrogen <<05:38 On the effect of sugar on nitrogen application …07:22 Considerations for nitrogen application09:24 Misconceptions about sugar in agriculture <11:03 On Government regulation and farming practices …12:09 The end of the means is not the easy button13:26 Hear our recos!We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered THE PLAYBOOK FOR HIGH YIELD WHEAT, EP242
Episode 242 Highlights ✨01:22 Maximizing Farm Profit Through Crop Innovation03:41 Midwestern Farmers' Light-Hearted Banter08:15 On Wheat Plot Varieties and Fungicides …09:58 Optimizing Wheat Production Through Fertility11:51 Optimizing Your Wheat Fertility Program <<15:30 Optimizing Nitrogen and Fungicide Application23:38 Nutrient Management in Wheat Crop24:35 Improving Yields Through Sustainable Farming27:43 Importance of Timely Rainfall for Your Farm29:54 Impact of Missed Fertilizer on Crops33:16 On Improving Agricultural Practices Through Innovation …We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered A POWERFUL STORY OF AN ILLINOIS FARMER WHO IS TAKING HIS YIELD TO THE NEXT LEVEL, EP241
Episode 241 Highlights ✨01:39 On Improving Farming Strategies for Sustainability …02:57 Yields and Challenges in Crop Growth <<03:58 Being a part of A Better Way to Farm team <05:30 The 1st step Greg did after ß07:27 And so here are his results <<08:53 Improving Soil Management Practices10:47 Discovering the Roadmap!12:19 Better Way to Farm Team Work16:20 Anticipation of the Next Growing SeasonWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered IS BANDING BETTER THAN BROADCAST?, EP240
Episode 240 Highlights ✨00:57 Spring Farming Nutrient Application Techniques01:22 Considerations for Zone Tillage06:16 On Spring Gas Application Considerations with RTK …09:39 Embracing Banding for Your Farm’s Success10:31 Effectiveness of Banding Fertilizer <<13:13 Importance of Potassium for Corn Growth16:23 A Trucker's Perspective on Employing the Right Farming Practices ßWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
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HOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR RENTED ACRES, EP239
Episode 239 Highlights ✨ 00:54 Strategies for Maximizing Farm Inputs03:50 Soil Tests Confirmed Phosphorus Application06:16 Balancing Potassium and Magnesium in Soil07:17 Maximizing Soil Fertility for Better Yields09:34 Maximizing Farm Productivity Through Soil Testing12:31 Opportunities for Farming SuccessWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered WHAT YOUR RETAILER DOESN'T WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT MICRONUTRIENTS?, EP238
Episode 238 Highlights ✨01:29 Maximizing Farm Profitability Through Nutritional Balance07:32 The Most Powerful Gallon in Agriculture?!11:33 Frustration With Damaging Information12:59 Optimizing Soil Fertility for Crop Yield14:48 On Questioning Agricultural Research Claims <21:36 Value and Compatibility in Agricultural Products23:15 Chelated Calcium Mixing in Starter Fertilizers24:44 Value in Agricultural Custom Spraying26:34 Empowering Farmers for SuccessWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
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HOW A SOUTH DAKOTA FARMER INCREASED HIS YIELDS?, EP237
Episode 237 Highlights ✨03:53 Crop Rotation Strategies for Diverse Growers05:22 Maximizing Wheat Yield Through Soil Health06:50 Winter wheat vs spring wheat09:21 On the possibilities of increasing yield on wheat …10:33 Scott’s eye-opening moments <<11:41 The expectations ß12:54 Impact of Fertility Program on Growth13:54 What does the budget look like?15:01 So how many pounds of nitrogen, really?16:44 Protein Content and Wheat Profit18:01 Maximizing Wheat Yield and Profitability19:19 Increasing Wheat Yield and Income20:54 Scott’s final advice
Episode 236 Highlights ✨01:12 Navigating Herbicide Changes in Agriculture03:02 On the New Zidua Pro Formulation Details …05:07 Just ask the question, why??08:26 How can a softer chemistry still succeed in killing our weeds?09:10 Adjuvants and herbicide mixes <<11:13 On Surfactants and Decision Making …12:37 What would you use to sequester those minerals?14:02 Effective pH Levels for Spraying Chemicals15:33 Understanding pH Levels of our Farm16:08 Citric Acid vs an Acidifier17:02 Listen to Brian’s story here ß17:59 On Citric Acid and pH Creep …19:08 Chemical Compatibility and Adjuvants20:48 And then the 2nd test comes <21:33 Go back to our old chemistries!23:40 Adjuvant Quality and Compatibility Discussions26:10 The herbicide classification chart as one of the keys!27:42 Look only for the best!28:51 What happens when you increase a drift aid in your total solution?29:40 Would you be opposed to improving your yields or even increasing your profits? If not, reach out NOW!30:35 Dicamba Alternatives and Solutions <
Episode 235 Highlights ✨01:23 Maximizing Micronutrient Management for our Farms03:53 Overlooked Historical Discoveries05:02 Do you know the number of bugs that's in a tablespoon of soil??05:59 Understanding Soil Sampling and Micronutrients07:30 Act today!!08:57 So, here’s the deal ß10:02 On Plant Nutrition and Mycorrhiza Fungi …12:11 Get the Soil Testing Webinar now! Reach out!13:33 Micronutrient Boron in Crop Production15:19 Micronutrient Ratios in Soil16:40 So, will we ever see boron levels sufficient in the soil?17:19 Boron Levels in Plant Yield18:59 Bacteria and the interactions19:52 Join our upcoming two-day agronomy program, where we promise to peel back even more layers on the science and strategy of soil management.21:26 Importance of Calcium in Soil Management22:02 Always know the importance of soil and plant nutrition <
Episode 234 Highlights ✨ 01:22 On Seeking Innovation for Your Farm …02:06 Another Level Higher Always ß03:05 Starting with A Better Way to Farm <<04:25 The Fundamentals of Agronomy experience <05:26 Implementing Agronomic Changes on Farm06:48 What a co-op would say <09:02 From partial acres into a full system10:47 On Improving Nitrogen Use Efficiency …11:53 An Advice for you, our dear follower ß12:49 Taking Control of your Farm Decisions We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers. Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast. SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients. Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎ ☎ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILß Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE! Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered IS FALL APPLIED ANHYDROUS COSTING YOU YIELD?, EP233
Episode 233 Highlights ✨01:42 Efficient Nitrogen Application for Profitable Farming02:35 Nitrogen Utilization and Weather Impacts03:20 Fall applied ammonia conversion to Nitrate Nitrogen04:43 Fall Nitrogen Effects <<06:54 Dr. Franzen on the nitrification process <08:54 So, what's most efficient??11:09 Consider Nitrogen Conversion in WinterWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered HELPFUL HINTS FOR SPRAY DRONES, EP232
Episode 232 Highlights ✨01:35 On Improving Spray Drone Efficiency With Adjuvants …02:48 Snippets from the Johnny Roberts article <<04:14 Challenges in the Spray Drone Industry05:20 Foam Elimination and Adjuvants in Drone Spraying07:30 Mixing Spray Solutions and Droplet Size08:36 Having drift issues? Listen here ß10:26 Jar Testing for Drone Usage Importance12:54 Do not do this method! <13:51 Highly recommended! à The 2-day Fundamentals of Agronomy program14:29 Get a drone & start using some good product! – BrianWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered THE ADDED BENEFIT OF MICRONUTRIENTS, EP 231
Episode 231 Highlights ✨01:37 The Importance of Micronutrients for Farming ß03:02 A discovery by Jake of Michigan <<04:06 On increasing your mycorrhizae numbers …05:02 What really helps your mycorrhiza flourish and multiply?06:34 The truth about plant growth regulators <07:56 Improve Your Soil Quality through Microbiology!We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered ARE YOU LEAVING MONEY ON THE TABLE?, EP 230
Episode 230 Highlights ✨01:06 A brief history of A Better Way to Farm ß03:25 Connecting Farmers for Success04:06 Strategies and Success Stories in Farming07:58 Success Stories of Dan, Brian, and Chris <<09:32 Dan’s story <12:55 Transitioning to District Manager14:14 Benefits of Team Training and Flexibility16:28 Working in Conjunction with the farming operations17:05 On Exploring Farming Opportunities and Success ...18:01 Brian’s story <19:16 Training and Opportunities for Success21:14 On Positivity and Support Systems ...22:21 Brian’s Drone Business <<23:59 Chris’ story <26:56 Successful Promotion and Earned Recognition28:25 Training for the Farming Business29:23 Sky’s the limit!31:02 Promotion Based on Production Only32:37 Quality manufacturer + better systems = Quality Recommendations35:08 Opportunities for off-farm income is possible!36:54 Yeah, you don’t necessarily need an Ag degree38:11 An Opportunity to Join a Farming Team <<39:58 "Doable Successes From Diverse Backgrounds" ...We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered HERE'S WHAT HAPPENED WHEN AN INDIANA FARMER STOPPED APPLYING DRY BROADCAST, EP229
Episode 229 Highlights ✨01:18 On Improving Soybean Yields With New Strategies …02:06 Baling Hay, Finding New Path03:43 The conventional system vs the A Better Way system ß05:19 Starting from the ground up <06:23 On applying Boron …06:57 Boron Application and Farming Yield07:41 Starting with the bare minimum and checking temperatures08:51 Yield Comparisons09:21 Cost Comparisons10:23 Fighting skepticisms <<10:56 More changes going into 2024 <11:58 Join our Fundamentals of Agronomy program!12:59 Improving Farm Yield and Profitability15:04 Why work with A Better Way to Farm?We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered THE EXACT STEPS 3 FARMERS TOOK TO SAVE THE FAMILY FARM, EP228
Episode 228 Highlights ✨01:50 Strategies for Thriving in Farming07:52 Better Farming Journeys10:59 The Impact of Agronomy Education16:32 Agronomy Events and Soil Nutrient Management22:36 Improve Plant Health for Better Yield26:43 Nitrogen Management for Improved Yield32:38 Decreased Nitrogen Program35:37 The Transformative Impact of Soil Chemistry36:13 The Importance of Reaching OutWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.Grab the Books we use!· Hands-On· Western Fertilizer Handbook· The Anatomy Of Life And Energy In Agriculture· Soil Nutrient Bio Availability· From The Soil Up· The Nature And Properties Of Soil· Soil Fertility And FertilizersSUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered A WRAP-UP EPISODE OF THE 12 DAYS OF NUTRIENTS, EP227
Episode 227 Highlights ✨01:54 Maximizing Farm Profitability and Knowledge04:34 Empowering Growers With Knowledge and Curiosity08:06 Interactions of Nutrients10:59 Zinc, Nitrogen, and Phosphate Interactions13:26 Implications of Soil Nutrition and Micronutrients19:17 Improving Newborn Calves Through Soil TreatmentsWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.Grab the Books we use!· Hands-On· Western Fertilizer Handbook· The Anatomy Of Life And Energy In Agriculture· Soil Nutrient Bio Availability· From The Soil Up· The Nature And Properties Of Soil· Soil Fertility And FertilizersSUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered THE RECIPE FOR HIGH YIELD SOYBEANS, EP226
Episode 226 Highlights ✨01:54 The Impact of Making Management Decisions03:04 Strategies for Profitable Farming04:24 Optimizing Soybean Production Through Precision Farming05:24 Focus on your micronutrient needs <06:56 Dry vs liquid08:23 On fighting the drought …09:16 Improving Soybean Fertilization Practices11:24 Using a liquid in-furrow product12:19 Let’s talk herbicide here <<14:18 6 to 7 passes? Wow!15:12 On Maximizing Soybean Yield and Income …17:21 Tyler’s recommendations ß18:39 To Achieving Higher Soybean Yields20:31 Soil Testing and Product Application Impact22:34 Remember, every acre is different!23:32 Reach out to Tyler/ TJ!We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.Grab the Books we use!· Hands-On· Western Fertilizer Handbook· The Anatomy Of Life And Energy In Agriculture· Soil Nutrient Bio Availability· From The Soil Up· The Nature And Properties Of Soil· Soil Fertility And FertilizersSUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered DAY 12: ZINC, EP225
Episode 225 Highlights ✨
00:52 On Improving Farm Inputs and Maximizing Profit ...
04:11 Proper Nutrient Use in Plant Growth
12:14 The Importance of Balanced Nutrient Use
14:51 Zinc's Role in Crop Growth
16:34 Zinc Needs in Sensitive Crops
We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.
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We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.
Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILß
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DAY 11: MOLY AND CHLORINE, EP224
Episode 224 Highlights ✨00:52 Maximizing Farm Profitability Through Nutrient Optimization03:08 Micronutrient Requirements in Plants08:17 Maximizing Growing Seasons and Nutrient Application12:33 Chlorine and Chloride's Impact on Crops17:51 Chlorine and Chloride in Plant NutritionWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.Grab the Books we use!· Hands-On· Western Fertilizer Handbook· The Anatomy Of Life And Energy In Agriculture· Soil Nutrient Bio Availability· From The Soil Up· The Nature And Properties Of Soil· Soil Fertility And FertilizersSUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode of the 12 Days of Nutrients ? We got you covered DAY 10: MANGANESE, EP223
Episode 223 Highlights ✨
00:55 Manganese Strategies for Farming
01:28 On Increasing Yields and Understanding Manganese …
02:10 The different kinds of soil tests ß
02:59 Soil Testing and Extraction Methods
04:18 According to Midwest Labs <<
05:17 On manganese deficiency …
07:21 For prevention, listen here ß
08:24 From Eco Farm by Charles Walters <<
09:00 Calcium and pH's Impact on Crops
11:51 Do you know that manganese soil levels are several times higher than zinc, copper, or boron?
12:20 Supplemental Manganese and Crop Yield Importance
12:55 Prevention is the KEY!
13:51 On nailing the interactions …
14:48 Excess Minerals Uptake
15:45 Iron and Manganese work together!
17:43 Do not be confused with Manganese and Magnesium
19:32 Impact of Micronutrients on Microbial Bugs
We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.
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We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.
Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILß
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Missed the previous episode of the 12 Days of Nutrients ? We got you covered DAY 9: IRON, EP222
Episode 222 Highlights ✨
00:06 Strategies for Maximizing Farm Profits
02:27 Iron and Magnesium Deficiencies in Plants
06:58 On Iron Nutrient Deficiencies and Soil Acidity …
08:07 Iron Management in Agricultural Soils
11:17 Optimizing Nutrient Availability for Success
14:23 The Importance of Iron and Manganese
14:49 Importance of Micronutrients in Crop Growth
We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.
Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.
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· The Nature And Properties Of Soil
· Soil Fertility And Fertilizers
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Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚
We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.
Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILß
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Missed the previous episode of the 12 Days of Nutrients ? We got you covered
DAY 8: COPPER, EP221
Episode 221 Highlights ✨00:06 Maximizing Farm Profit Through Copper Usage01:48 Copper Availability in Agricultural Soils06:40 The Importance of Copper in Your Farm13:22 Copper's Impact on Yield and Strength18:29 Optimizing Nutrient Usage for Better ResultsWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.Grab the Books we use!· Hands-On· Western Fertilizer Handbook· The Anatomy Of Life And Energy In Agriculture· Soil Nutrient Bio Availability· From The Soil Up· The Nature And Properties Of Soil· Soil Fertility And FertilizersSUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode of the 12 Days of Nutrients ? We got you covered DAY 7: BORON, EP220
Episode 220 Highlights ✨00:41 On Farmers' Challenges and Strategies …01:39 What does Boron really do?03:54 The functions of the micronutrients <<04:27 This is critical for us to wrap our brains around ß05:02 Keep this in mind <06:33 Do you believe that micronutrients are not needed? Listen here!07:06 One nutrient doesn't do it!08:23 Boron Deficiency in Soil and Plants09:13 How to know if you do have boron deficiency <<10:47 Boron and Crop Yield Importance11:46 A soil test is your friend, guys!12:42 Boron's Importance in Plant Growth14:03 Do not make blanket recommendations!15:09 From phosphate deficiency to low levels of Boron16:32 Boron can furnish quite an increase depending on the crop17:16 Some changes may be painful18:48 Understanding Boron Levels and Some Options20:11 On Borate, Boron, Solubore, and Borax …21:47 A better way to get your mycorrhiza back <22:29 The Importance of Micronutrients in Your FarmWe help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.Grab the Books we use!· Hands-On· Western Fertilizer Handbook· The Anatomy Of Life And Energy In Agriculture· Soil Nutrient Bio Availability· From The Soil Up· The Nature And Properties Of Soil· Soil Fertility And FertilizersSUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode of the 12 Days of Nutrients ? We got you covered DAY 6 SULFUR, EP219
Episode 219 Highlights ✨00:48 Let’s talk about Sulfur!02:37 The soil organic matter ß03:32 On Plant Tissue Sulfur and Nitrogen Ratio …04:18 Let’s grab something out of the Fertilizer Handbook05:12 Oh well, it used to be free!06:59 Identifying Nutrient Deficiencies in Plants08:24 Sulfur's Importance in Plant Health10:25 So what does Kinsey have to say?11:27 Do everything correctly to make it work12:21 Importance of Calcium and Sulfur in Soil13:44 How are we going to get that K in there?14:01 Here’s a fact <<15:32 On Sulfur Availability and Organic Matter …16:31 Are you fighting that high-pH soil?17:26 Benefits of Ammonium Sulfate in Soil18:04 What low sulfur levels can cause
Episode 218 Highlights ✨
00:52 Maximizing Farm Profits With Calcium
02:07 Mistakes in Agriculture and Soil pH
06:00 Importance of Calcium in Soil Treatment
09:21 The Importance of Calcium in Your Farm
19:06 Effects of Nitrogen, Fertilizer, Liming Soil
20:29 Importance of Calcium in Soil Testing
25:27 Sulfur and Soil Nutrient Availability
27:40 Agronomy Training for Increased Profitability
We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.
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· The Nature And Properties Of Soil
· Soil Fertility And Fertilizers
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DAY 4 MAGNESIUM, EP217
Episode 217 Highlights ✨00:57 Increase Profits With Magnesium for Better Yields01:37 From The Anatomy of Life and Energy book ß02:53 A major flaw of the single nutrient fix philosophy <<03:22 In relationship to Potash <04:17 When it’s a nutrient deficiency of something else …05:25 The interrelation between calcium, magnesium, and sodium06:19 Magnesium's Impact on Soil Structure07:32 Grab knowledge of these symptoms <<08:15 Identifying Nutrient Deficiencies in Plants09:33 Knowing the relationship in parts per million11:06 So, how should it be?12:33 From the Fertilizer Handbook ß13:50 Let’s talk about the dolomitic limestone14:52 This is just wrong <<15:28 From the Hands-on Agronomy book …16:27 Magnesium and Nitrogen's Impact on Your Farm17:21 How do we farm around these situations?18:07 Tried and tested research19:25 All of the nutrients are also important for soil structure20:32 Diagnose it when you see it!21:08 On grass tetany …22:04 Nitrogen's Effects on Soil Nutrients23:04 Hear this Midwest theory <23:48 Manganese vs. Magnesium for Plant Health24:33 Attend our series of two-day fundamentals of agronomy trainings!We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.Grab the Books we use!· Hands-On· Western Fertilizer Handbook· The Anatomy Of Life And Energy In Agriculture· Soil Nutrient Bio Availability· From The Soil Up· The Nature And Properties Of Soil· Soil Fertility And FertilizersSUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
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DAY 3 POTASSIUM, EP216
Episode 216 Highlights ✨00:58 Strategies to Maximize Farm Profitability01:22 Benefits of the Potassium Nutrient in Your Farm02:36 Hear the 3 different numbers on Potassium ß04:16 So, how do we get that K to be extractable?05:05 Unlocking the Potassium Paradox06:08 Understanding the Potassium Levels in Soil06:59 You need to get your hands on Table 167 NOW!07:58 No to Potassium Chloride! Here’s why <<09:53 Uptake Versus Removal in Stalk Trading11:20 On Potassium availability …12:08 So, here’s the interesting part <13:01 How much is a pound of Potassium really worth?14:49 On various kinds of deficiencies …15:41 Symptoms of a plant starved for potassium <<16:16 Potassium Chloride's Impact on Fertilizers18:17 Potassium Sulfate and Soil Ratios20:30 Importance of Potassium for Plant Growth21:44 Also, check your soil magnesium levels!22:30 It’s much easier to farm around these situations <23:18 Analyzing Soil Nutrient Ratios24:23 On the misuse of Potassium …25:23 Are these your indicators too?26:16 Overuse hurts us27:39 On high-yielding crops …28:24 Understanding Potash and Potassium Chloride Levels30:25 The Midwest theory <<31:02 A problem with microbial fixation ß32:38 On building K levels and crop residue …We help row crop farmers increase yields and improve profitability through in-depth soil testing and fertility recommendations. If that is something you are open to talking with us about, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode of the 12 Days of Nutrients ? We got you covered àDAY 2 PHOSPHORUS, EP215
Episode 215 Highlights ✨01:00 Maximizing Farm Profitability Through Phosphorus Management02:11 Understanding Phosphorus and Zinc Deficiency03:18 The three measurements of phosphorus ß04:11 Why we prefer a Bray test <<05:10 The best kind of phosphorus for your plant? Orthophosphate ions!06:42 Aluminum's Impact on Phosphorus Availability07:57 So, what's actually going into the plant?09:09 Importance of Phosphorus in Soil09:31 Here are the 3 ways that you can take to add phosphorus to your soil <<10:26 So, what if you've got a high pH soil?12:55 Remember, the roots don't grow up, they grow down!13:23 On soil reactions with calcium …14:12 Importance of Phosphorus for Plant Growth16:15 Here’s a freebie tip for you, guys! <17:22 Yes, boron is important too!18:35 Hey, nobody has all the answers!19:02 Phosphorus is a relatively insoluble element, but here’s the irony <<20:02 Again, everything that happens in agriculture is good for somebody. The question is who?22:01 Here’s something else to think about ß23:19 Increase Yield Curve with early nutrients24:13 An invitation to our Fundamentals of Agronomy program <
Episode 214 Highlights ✨01:03 Farming Strategies for Nitrogen Management01:45 The Importance of Labeling and Knowing the Contaminants03:38 Do you know that corn prefers a 50-50 mix?04:18 A yield increase from a converted nitrate? How?04:46 Have your eyes wide open!05:25 A 5-year study by the ISA <<06:15 So, here’s the bottom line ß07:13 The story of Joe from Iowa <07:47 Hear Rod’s story here <08:34 Ammonia and Nitrogen's Impact on Soil10:16 Here are all of the things that are hurt by too much nitrogen <<10:57 On Life and Energy – nitrogen overuse12:02 On nitrate toxicity ...13:12 Let’s give you the deficiencies here again <14:32 Nitrogen Loss and Soil Availability15:49 Try to think about these FACTS ß16:57 How do we produce corn for less dollars?17:28 On ammonium NH4 ...18:37 What if you just do some experiments?19:45 Nitrogen Overuse Impact on Soil Balance20:17 On Soil Health ...21:01 So, what’s the weakest link in the chain?22:32 Don't be a more-on!23:17 Study, study, study!24:01 The 4R's are real!24:30 So, what happens when we over apply nitrogen?25:24 The bigger dangers associated with overuse <<26:24 How nitrogen impacts sulfur and how sulfur impacts nitrogen <27:16 Nothing is an island. Everything impacts something else.28:06 Importance of Copper in Plant Growth29:36 Tying this all together to make it all work for you30:33 Be willing to embrace some different ideas and do some different things!PS - If you’re also open to creating off-farm income, go to: https://abetterwaytofarm.com/dealerThank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
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DOES YOUR FARM NEED MORE THAN JUST NPK, EP213
Episode 213 Highlights ✨00:53 Getting to know Dalton ß04:06 Strategies for First-Generation Farmers05:32 Sustainable Farming in Iowa06:34 Transitioning to Better Farming Practices07:39 Advantages of Alternative Crop Methods08:48 The 2-day Fundamentals of Agronomy Program09:26 On increasing your crop yields and joining the sales team …10:46 The all-famous line, “put a little bit more on” <11:58 Yes, you have yet to see what your farm can still do!13:14 Fertilizer and Drought Effects on Corn15:30 Being on the full system for the first time <<16:09 Opportunities in Sales and Side Hustles ß18:30 Reach Out for Agricultural Education!PS - If you’re also open to creating off-farm income, go to: https://abetterwaytofarm.com/dealerThank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered COMMON MISSTEPS IN SOIL TESTING THAT ARE COSTING YOU MONEY, EP212
Episode 212 Highlights ✨01:07 Maximizing Farm Profitability With Soil Testing01:58 Irrigation Suitability and Water Mineral Content03:22 The busiest time for soil according to Jim <<04:46 On accuracy and quality control …06:42 The proper depth for a no-till or a minimum-till situation <07:24 The trend lines ß09:26 Fall vs Spring Soil Testing Preference 10:12 During drought, do we pull samples or do we wait?11:54 Would an application of NH3 impact phosphorus, potassium, all of the cations and the micros significantly or not too significantly?12:36 Core Testing and Drying Procedures13:21 Comparing Extraction Methods for Soil Testing15:27 How about the trace elements?17:24 On Soil Testing …18:23 Go book a tour of Midwest Labs soon!PS - If you’re open to creating off-farm income, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/dealerThank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
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THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO READING YOUR SOIL TEST, EP211
If you want to watch the presentation you can see it at https://abetterwaytofarm.com/soil-test-webinar.Episode 211 Highlights ✨01:07 On Maximizing Profit and Yield on Farms ...03:05 Seed Trench Nutrient Ratios and pH04:33 Bottom line à it's about results!05:12 Do check out the difference between 20 & 2106:08 Here is the best way to raise your average <<06:45 Learn these 3 things NOW!07:32 Soil Testing and Nutrient Analysis Benefits08:21 On government publications and benefits of soil testing ...09:45 Comparing Soil Testing Methods10:30 On sampling fields and what are we looking for??11:29 So, why do we do different tests?12:15 The Bray method and Olsen soil test <13:17 Importance of Accurate Soil Testing14:00 Remember that cheaper is not always the best option!15:40 We can't make good decisions if we don't know what we're doing16:19 Converting from Bray to Mehlich ...17:51 Interpreting Soil Test Results18:15 Analyzing Soil Test and Recommendations19:38 These are the things that we're going to look at <<20:39 Look at this one particular grid summary ß22:10 The cost of gridding vs the usable information23:24 CEC is really, really, really important!24:28 Chart Availability for Micronutrient Testing25:30 Check out this Manganese test <26:14 Get that Table of Ratings!26:49 Phosphorus Levels and Recommended Actions28:26 So, let's see what we can learn <<29:33 Importance of Soil pH Analysis32:09 Take note of these test specifics we need to look out for ß33:19 On fixing your pH ...34:11 Base saturations as a guideline to give us directions36:03 How do we farm around high pH?36:51 Soil Potassium, Phosphorus, and Zinc Ratios38:27 Next: The Manganese to Iron Ratio <39:23 Soil Nutrient Ratios and Test Interpretations40:40 Listen to this story with Jerry Cox <<42:54 Treating Nutrient Deficiencies in Corn Fields43:56 When you get your tests up, what do you really need to look for?44:27 And finally, the Boron levels <45:37 Oftentimes, soil tests are taken with one thing in mind, what’s this??46:20 Prepare your lists of questions you now want to ask your agronomist47:01 Effects of CEC on Potassium Levels47:56 If they knew better, they do better. – Les Brown48:34 CEC's Impact on Soil Potassium48:52 Let's give 2024 the best start we can!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
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YOUR ROADMAP TO MAXIMIZING YIELD IN 2024, EP210
Episode 210 Highlights ✨00:43 Get yourself set up to have the best 2024 that you can have!01:25 Step 1 – Preparation is key!03:34 The Importance of Soil Testing <<04:31 How often and how many??05:32 Why we do what we do <06:29 Managing Residue and Controlling Farming Inputs07:41 Recycle that P and K!08:50 The Importance of on-Farm Resources ß09:30 Get your product on hand!10:40 Fuel, Maintenance, Year-Long Feeding Discussion12:28 Optimizing Equipment for Foliar Feeding14:03 On Setting Up Liquid Equipment …15:20 From simple to complicated, your choice16:12 On Efficiency of Planter Setup …17:06 Get to meet the most phenomenal agronomic team in the world ß17:56 Get those ideal results sooner rather than later!PS - If you’re open to creating off-farm income, go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/dealerThank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered WOULD OFF FARM INCOME HELP YOU?, EP209
Episode 209 Highlights ✨01:07 On Maximizing Farm Profits Through Off-Farm Income02:50 Tyler's Journey to Becoming an Agronomist03:22 Meeting the ‘A Better Way to Farm’ team <<05:31 If you belong to these two groups of people, we need you!06:42 Opportunities and Support in Agriculture07:39 The side hustle money <08:30 A byproduct of doing the correct thing09:22 The Fundamentals of Agronomy Training ß11:52 Are you in the Ag business already? Listen to this!12:42 Perfect for a row crop operation farmer too!13:32 You’ll love the personal development training for sure14:47 Personal Development and Team Support Benefits15:24 The Greatest Miracle in the World book <<16:16 … and events hosting too!17:05 On treating each other as family …18:59 Opportunities and Contacts for Side Hustles20:09 Follow us HERE!21:26 Focus on the dream, not on the drama22:24 Do something more, do something different! JOIN OUR TEAM!PS - If you’re open to creating off farm income go to https://abetterwaytofarm.com/dealerThank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Episode 208 Highlights ✨01:24 Maximizing Profit With Nitrogen Fertilizers, with Dr. Richard Mulvaney02:23 Research #1 - Fall-applied anhydrous NH303:22 Research #2 - Placement at planting04:57 Research #3 - In-season placement05:34 Fertilizer Tracking Studies and Management Practices07:14 On Nitrogen Uptake Efficiency and Soil Supply08:13 Research #4 - In-season forms09:26 Nitrogen Replacements and Soil Health11:10 On some in-response trials in Iowa …12:56 Here’s Dr. Mulvaney’s advice on doing on-farm work to reduce the N-applied amount ß14:00 Is the soil going to be able to produce a certain amount of nitrogen every year?14:52 The N analogy - the more you take now, the more you got to have later??15:53 Watch out for Dr. Mulvaney’s new series of plot studies soon!17:35 All of these 4 published studies are HERE <<18:51 The Email that Sparks Discussion on Agricultural Marketplace ß20:54 Dr. Richard Mulvaney’s Thoughts on American AgriculturePS - If you’re open to doing something different next season, visit https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered àRECOMMENDATIONS WITHOUT DIAGNOSIS IS MALPRACTICE, EP207
Episode 207 Highlights ✨00:59 Maximizing Profits in Farming02:26 The Significance of Diagnosis in Prescriptions03:15 Improving Agronomic Practices and Yield ROI05:07 The two-day fundamentals of agronomy events are going to fire up soon!06:54 How did you really get to this point? Know the steps.08:03 The Importance of Agricultural Recommendations10:22 Nobody has the perfect solution until you get to the root of it all!11:05 Reach Out for Help …PS - If you’re open to doing something different next season, visit https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered TO BALE OR NOT TO BALE?: WEIGHING YOUR OPTIONS TO MAXIMIZE FARM PROFITS, EP206
Episode 206 Highlights ✨01:00 A season for some new information on old topics ß02:34 On removing stock bales from your field…03:26 Other reasons why you might want to get rid of that stover <<04:15 Importance of Soil Nutrients and Organic Matter06:50 Here’s another interesting study done on excess nitrogen <07:35 What the bulletin from the University of Nebraska Lincoln states <08:13 Keep this in mind!09:44 How’s about in the cold states??10:52 What is happening to our bare soil in those winter months?11:49 Understanding Soil Profile and Nutrient Loss13:24 On Cover Crops and Soil Health …14:15 Need more enlightenment? Just REACH OUT to us ßPS - If you’re open to doing something different next season, visit https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered ENSURING GRAIN BIN SAFETY FOR YOU DURING HARVEST SEASON, EP205
Episode 205 Highlights ✨00:22 Meet Jack Volz from South Central Minnesota ß02:48 Maximizing Profits, Ensuring Safety in Grain Handling04:19 Grain Bin Safety During Harvest05:40 Accident With Power Sweep Auger08:17 Seek Help for Grain Entrapments09:28 Why June and July are big months <<10:01 The average-size bin being sold today <12:01 Teaching Farmers Safe Grain Handling13:37 What to do when you work alone?17:07 Grain Bin Safety and Prevention Measures20:55 Use the information out there!22:48 Safety and Grain Problem Assistance? Find Jack!24:44 Think about what's going to happen and get help!PS - If you’re open to doing something different next season, visit https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered WHAT CAN A BRAINTRUST DO FOR YOU?, EP204
Episode 204 Highlights ✨00:47 Meet Clint ß02:01 No farm to inherit? No problem!04:05 Challenges faced by young farmers05:07 Creative ways to overcome these challenges …07:47 The Ag adjacent side hustle <<08:56 Two points to remember <10:27 Growing Side Business, Transitioning Into Farming12:49 Advantages of the non-traditional deal <<14:44 Opportunities for Farmers in Internet Business15:16 Succession Transition Plans16:27 A transition succession plan vs. estate plan18:38 Errors in planning your transition plan for the farm <19:43 A half-baked plan? Never!20:30 On fairness, equality, and equitability …22:52 What if you don't have kids who want to take over the farm?24:20 Always put protections in place for both parties26:36 Join Clint’s community HERE!27:50 Be a Member and use the code: BETTERWAYPS - If you’re open to doing something different next season, visit https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
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A DEEP DIVE ON DRONES, EP203
Episode 203 Highlights ✨01:33 Using Drones in Agriculture03:10 Enhancing Farming Solutions04:27 Here’s the 1st step ß06:06 Licensing Requirements for Drone Pilots08:14 You need to understand the particulars of each license like this one <<10:09 The do’s and dont’s <10:54 Choosing Fungicide and Drone Efficiency12:32 Considerations for Drone Spraying Efficiency13:32 So, it all depends on what you want to do ...14:32 The compatibility test and the jar test <<15:14 Researches on efficiency with a trailer16:55 On Visual Observers and Scaling Drone Operations ...17:37 At what point do we say, okay, we need to add another drone??18:46 The operator is key!19:32 There's not one size fits all so figure out what works for your operations21:18 Chris - ... the positives outweigh the negatives by far22:23 Preston - Bring back the younger generation to the farm!PS - If you’re open to doing something different next season, visit https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered FERTILIZER FACTS FOR MAX YIELDS AND ROI, EP202
Episode 202 Highlights ✨00:47 Continuing Discussion on Fall Fertilizer Trends …03:21 On Potash and Phosphates …04:55 The A Better Way to Farm stuff <05:40 Soil test, soil test, soil test <<06:44 The table of ratings from Midwest labs08:25 The importance of CEC and Nutrient Levels09:31 And so here’s the problem ß10:57 Soil Testing and Fertilizer Application12:12 The story of the mad gentleman <<14:02 Andy’s K levels <15:19 The importance of Secondary Nutrients and Micronutrients17:03 On equal opportunity nutrition and yield maps …18:23 Why the high phos levels??19:42 How about sulfur, zinc, manganese, iron, copper, and boron?20:46 The negatively charged sulfur and boron <<21:58 The unavailable micronutrients, eh?23:25 Optimizing Boron Application for Maximum Yield24:03 Be very judicious with your money! - Rod26:01 Balance is the biggest key. - TylerPS - If you’re open to doing something different next season, visit https://abetterwaytofarm.com/get-answers.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
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FROM THE BATTLEFIELD TO THE FARM: RESOURCES FOR VETERANS, EP201
Episode 201 Highlights ✨00:49 Let’s get to know Monshi Ram Ramdass <<03:11 USDA Assistance for Veterans in Agriculture04:27 Get Started! à The USDA Detailed Assistance Guide05:28 The MVAL role in helping veterans and veteran spouses <06:20 Connecting veterans with paid apprenticeship programs08:04 Hiring an active duty military spouse09:24 On the USDA Farm Service Agency …11:12 The beginning farmer and rancher development program13:07 Resources and Assistance for Veterans15:16 Knowing the risks of a beginning farmer16:51 Some more additional resources here <<17:37 A partnership with USDA and SCORE18:17 Or reach out to Monshi HERE!19:33 Supporting Veteran Farmers and Ranchers20:44 For other resources à the USDA detailed assistance guide!PS - If you’re looking for off-farm income and would like to hear more about becoming a farmer dealer visit https://abetterwaytofarm.com/dealer.
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Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered WHAT'S YOUR COST OF PRODUCTION?, EP200
Episode 200 Highlights ✨01:25 So what do you think the US operating costs are gonna land at for 2023?02:38 Yes, cost per acre is not the best indicator guys!03:24 Why yield is king <<04:03 Here are Rod’s suggestions ß05:09 How are we going to redirect these dollars then?06:35 The fact about micros <07:46 On the prognosticators of the market …08:23 How are we going to use these numbers now?09:00 2024 starts right now!09:50 Be willing to take a chance and do something!10:32 Guys, do the right thing for your kids and your grandkids 11:09 Reminders! Give us a written review and send us a message with those ideas.PS - If you’re looking for off-farm income and would like to hear more about becoming a farmer dealer visit https://abetterwaytofarm.com/dealer.
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Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered ARE FERTILIZER PRICES GOING DOWN?, EP199
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Episode 199 Highlights ✨01:07 This Ag Web article – “Fertilizer Free Fall”02:39 But then here’s the problem <<03:17 On market volatility and Nitrogen prices <04:19 The unnecessary tax being paid by the American farmer05:16 Here’s what really the article is all about ß06:53 On hitting rock bottom in terms of fertilizer prices …08:17 A really vague article on fertilizer prices!09:19 Logistics challenges due to COVID-1911:22 On fertilizer prices following grain prices, on going up or going down?12:42 What the fall of 24 look like?13:20 Maximizing efficiency and future farming14:31 Get ready because we're going to see other things go up15:30 The implications of agricultural inputs on growers <<16:30 Work with people who are ultimately concerned about your bottom line17:54 Always be willing to look at an alternative!19:02 The A Better Way to Farm advantage ß20:06 Your community's a big deal, hit us up à 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
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YOUR ROADMAP FOR IMPROVING SILAGE QUALITY, EP198
Episode 198 Highlights ✨01:26 On Silage Management Expertise and Volunteer Work…02:56 Maximizing silage quality and reducing dry matter loss04:39 Here’s our objective ß05:49 Silage Storage and Oxygen Exposure06:32 Got an oxygen exposure problem? Here’s what to watch out for <<08:52 Here’s what we want to provide <10:20 Preventing oxidation in silage11:27 On maximizing silage density…12:23 Brian’s recommendations <<13:36 Stacking your silage a little too high? Here’s a big no-no!14:13 A study on sampled silage phases and their outcomes <16:26 On reducing the rate of the forage delivery, is there a need??19:43 Increasing silage density for better quality20:49 Sizing and managing silage storage21:33 Spreadsheets to the rescue!22:16 GET THEM HERE <<23:44 A rumor about old donkeys on vertical silos?? Hmm, hmm…24:11 Another practical reco, maybe?25:46 Starting out on higher quality silage? Here’s Brian’s piece of advice for you ß26:38 And, don’t forget the safety aspects!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
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SILAGE STRATEGIES REVEALED, EP197
Episode 197 Highlights ✨00:41 Making money with silage …01:23 Let’s get off on the right foot first <02:06 Getting back that feedlot03:27 Minimize Silage Shrinkage, Maximize Harvest Yield04:49 The importance of those inoculates <<05:35 The 11th Commandment ß06:12 Just make sure you've got a good applicator07:26 Get only the best product for your farm, YES?08:03 Reducing Silage Shrink Increases Dairy Income09:35 You went through the effort to grow it so let's save it!10:06 On Silo Covering and Farm Safety Importance <11:04 Go ahead, do your own research!12:24 Farming Risk Reduction and Profit Maximization13:25 3 things you should DO ß14:20 Yes, farming is dangerous, beyond the shadow of a doubt15:24 Safety and Risk Management in your farm16:01 Because farming is a business of taking risks17:30 Yes, we love talking to new people!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered THE ROADMAP TO INCREASING YIELD NEXT SEASON, EP196
Episode 196 Highlights ✨01:53 Let’s get to know Andy here <02:39 How Andy met with the A Better Way to Farm team05:15 Maximizing Profits through Better Farming07:15 A 100% all-in mindset!08:46 Taking back control of your farm10:00 The mindset shift <<12:23 Here’s Andy’s message for you ß12:54 Increase Crop Yield Through Soil Health14:56 Maximizing Crop Yield with Sustainable Farming16:28 Liquid Fertilizer Benefits and Test Comparison17:47 Amazing results on tissue testing here <<19:15 On micros and soil testing …20:52 Why you should take that two-day Pro Ag training <22:14 Looking for a tasty T-bone shipped to your door? Check THIS!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎ ☎ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered àTHE #1 WAY TO INCREASE YIELD LATE IN THE SEASON, EP195
Episode 195 Highlights ✨00:42 Let’s maximize profits through improved farming practices01:38 What the industry says a few years ago <02:37 Grab our FREE E-book! It’s a step-by-step guide to making the most out of foliar feeding03:26 So what do we do to stimulate that root growth?04:13 Let’s evaluate internet information and experimental Agriculture …06:00 Now, go after plant excitement!07:10 Variety of products are available, but what do you really need??09:05 Throughout the 200 years of farming, we should know better NOW10:44 We just ought to do different things <11:23 What got you here won't keep you here, so we got to try better ways!12:59 Let’s C-O-N-N-E-C-T too!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered HOW TO INCREASE YIELD ON DOUBLE-CROP BEANS, EP194
Episode 194 Highlights ✨00:30 Let’s talk about the yield potential of your double-crop soybeans <<01:21 It's still a good idea to do the right thing!02:03 Tissue test – tissue test – tissue test!02:45 Want more info for tissue testing? Listen to THIS EPISODE <03:36 Importance of Foliar Fertilizer and Sugar04:47 Are you spraying with glyphosate? Here are our recommendations ß05:30 Then, what’s next?06:04 How about cytokinins, and some other plant growth regulators?08:02 The A Better Way to Farm team stands by these recommendations though <09:26 Even with secondary crops, go push them!10:02 You’re going to love our whole program for bean production, so go CHECK US OUT!11:16 Remember, double-crop beans are a blessing 💙Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered HOW TO DECIDE IF YOU NEED TO APPLY FUNGICIDE, EP193
Episode 193 Highlights ✨
01:51 On Fungicide Considerations and the Expert’s Insight…
03:18 Let’s talk about tar spots <<
04:40 Various fungicides ranging from the lower-priced to the more expensive ones
05:59 On tar spot spraying timing and frequency …
08:11 Needing to have a good scouting program? How about foliar feeding?
09:57 Nitrogen and Trace Element Mixing in Water
11:08 A drone vs an airplane vs a ground rig, for spraying fungicide
11:45 Fungicide and Insecticide Application Considerations
13:26 On Surfactants, Soybean Foliar Feed, and Fungicide Recommendations
15:12 Don’t use insecticides loosely! Here’s why
16:31 So, should you, or should you not? Listen here <
17:59 Reach out to Eric HERE
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Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAIL
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Episode 192 Highlights ✨01:07 Maximizing profits with Potassium Sulfate04:12 Application in two different ways? Find out here <<05:14 So, what else is going in that band?06:44 How does this product mix with other things??08:22 Benefits of Non-Corrosive Potassium Sulfate09:26 The potassium paradox, dry versus liquid, and things that we can do to build those soil levels ß10:30 On Potassium application and crop yield …11:24 The key to building proper K levels <13:02 Recommendations for Starting a Potassium Program15:24 The flexibility and the ability to decide matter most!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered HAPPY 4TH OF JULY! HOME OF THE FREE BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE, EP191
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Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered UNDERSTANDING WHY FOLIAR FEEDING WORKS (AND DOESN'T), EP 190
Episode 190 Highlights ✨00:54 On Chat GPT systems …02:42 Addressing the lack of consistent results in research on foliar application03:54 Get our Ebook on Foliar Feeding HERE ß04:32 Inconsistent sales tactics = TRY SOME!05:20 On translocation within the plant when foliar feeding <06:23 Nutrients and Plant Growth07:24 So, here’s the bottom line <<08:13 Who says foliar feeding doesn’t work?? Here’s why <09:26 Foliar feeding vs. Broadcast spraying10:12 Base Fertility and Foliar Feeding Importance – True 4Rs11:26 Increasing Yield Through Foliar Feeding12:42 Maybe you can do this instead <<13:39 Building the foundation with appropriate soil levels14:05 Nitrogen and Tissue Testing for Crops15:04 Our recommendations ß16:51 Rod’s experience back in the day on soil testing and tissue testing18:21 Nitrogen Applications in High-Yielding Soybeans19:50 Reasons to look at ammonium sulfate21:43 Check out our Agronomy Training Program OfferThank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
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HARVESTING HOPE: TENDING TO THE MENTAL HEALTH OF THE FARMING COMMUNITY, EP189
Episode 189 Highlights ✨00:43 Getting to know Sara <<01:28 Check the 1st episode of our mental health series too!02:01 Have you also heard some of our episodes on succession planning?03:37 Memories of dealing with hogs …04:26 Strategies for farmers to just keep going ß06:02 More water, less coffee?07:49 On maintaining healthy relationships …09:45 Increasing suicide rates amongst farmers?11:26 Get out of that lonely tractor cab!13:37 Setting healthy boundaries in work and family14:43 Saying YES!17:08 Warning signs to watch out for <<18:31 Withdrawal and isolation19:50 Here’s what you need to do to help ß22:11 On Ag communities and organizations activities …23:56 Let’s talk about S-A-D <25:50 Financial stress in Agriculture26:54 Rural Farmer Stress Management Resources <<28:23 We are always looking out for farmers who want to add a little bit of money on the side31:56 Telehealth and Mental Health in Agriculture33:46 Just get started and don't give up!34:45 Mental Health and Resources in Agriculture36:28 Reach out to Sara HERE <37:17 In case of emergency, take note of these numbers <<38:20 Again, the importance of Mental Health awareness
Episode 188 Highlights ✨00:40 A Rural Mental Health Expert Interview03:41 On Multi-Generational Farming …05:46 Unfriendly environment for livestock farmers <07:37 Coping mechanisms for daily stressors <<09:49 Simple à water, water, water!11:27 Combatting Isolation and Stress13:21 Mental Health and Self-Care in Farming14:35 A Parallel Comparison of Priorities in the Farm16:07 Managing Stress and Relationships in Farming18:53 The Amygdala Hijack and Relationships20:12 What is your stress response?21:19 The best response when confronted with a stressful convo ß23:00 You can only control yourself!24:45 Setting Emotional and Mental Boundaries26:12 Own your buttons!28:14 Recognizing Hurt in Loved Ones30:32 On approaching loved ones who need help…31:07 Key things to look for to see that someone who’s potentially suicidal <<32:35 A Farmer Suicide Risk Assessment35:01 Mental Health Resources for Farmers36:10 Jump on this Minnesota Program <<38:04 The Importance of Professional Counseling, let Monica help Y-O-U! ßThank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
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Missed the previous episode? We got you covered THE ROLE OF BORON IN PLANT NUTRITION, EP187
Episode 187 Highlights ✨00:53 Boron - what works and what doesn’t?01:24 2 facts you should consider ß02:02 You need to know what your boron level is!03:21 What happens when we don't have enough boron <<04:26 Do not go for the double whammy there!05:04 Remember, boron is very mobile in the soil06:00 The reason for the soil test <07:42 Do not wait for the visuals!08:37 The effect of having low boron and lots of sun and lots of heat and lots of drought09:19 Address your limiting factors!10:14 Here’s another interesting study <<12:26 Rod’s recommendations ß13:32 There are so many things that we can do to make life better!14:11 Aim for significant impacts only!15:27 Go pull the soil test, go pull some tissue test. CALL US16:24 What we're all about - RESULTSThank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered THREE THINGS TO THINK ABOUT BEFORE PLUNGING INTO BIOLOGICALS, EP186
Episode 186 Highlights ✨01:21 Thinking about going away from the starter? Think again!02:26 The Importance of Sulfur <<03:18 What does the industry say?04:15 What’s paramount importance? à soil test05:43 You got to look at the prescription!07:27 The Importance of Soil Biology and Fundamentals08:42 On amino acids …09:12 What is your boron level, really?10:26 Micros in a jug? No, no, no …11:02 Fundamentals are not just N, P, K12:17 A future in biologicals? Do the right thing 1st!13:54 Always see through your bottom line
Episode 185 Highlights ✨02:36 Discovering how to maximize profits through custom spraying03:29 Things you can do to really increase your wheat, with Larna ß04:32 Taking back that control of the farm05:35 How to start the process and system for the right foliar feeding techniques?06:48 How to jump on the right systems, first things first <08:40 Knowing the right rate, timing, and placement <<10:33 Come meet us in Ankeny, Iowa in July to know more!12:18 Benefits and Success with Foliar Feeding15:39 On picking up percentages…17:49 Tips and tricks in foliar feeding ß18:52 Get ahold of Michael and Larna HERE20:01 Join Michael and Larna on their field day on July 29th, 2023!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered ONE THING THAT DRASTICALLY HELPS YIELD IF YOU’RE APPLYING GLYPHOSATE, EP184
Episode 184 Highlights ✨00:56 Are you also spraying glyphosate in your crops?02:48 The famous phrase – “Oh, it'll grow out of it!”03:26 Here’s the critical component ß04:25 Remember, glyphosate is intended to be a chelator05:06 Why use a 100% chelated product?07:08 Stress-Proofing your Crop with Manganese08:03 Join the Happy Club now! Come meet us in the Des Moines area in July!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
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THE AWARD-WINNING CHECKLIST FOR FOLIAR FEEDING, WITH JERRY COX, EP183
Episode 183 Highlights ✨01:20 So what’s Jerry up to these days?02:31 Why start foliar feeding?03:38 The importance of proper timing <<06:22 Foliar feeding every acre for the first time?07:03 Choose - 5 more percent of yield gain on a hundred-bushel corn or 5% more on 200-bushel corn?08:32 Q1 - what tips are you using to foliar feed with?10:12 Optimal timing for spraying fields11:47 Q2 - how high above the crop does Jerry run his boom when he’s doing this to get the best coverage?13:02 Q3 - what products are you spraying on your corn and beans?15:08 Micronutrient and product application techniques <16:08 Q4 - how important is atmospheric humidity regarding foliar feeding?19:43 Q5 – On achieving small spray particle size …21:00 Jerry’s top 2 or 3 tips here ß22:24 Learn how to stage a plant23:58 Fertilizer application methods <<25:00 Applying herbicide and foliar feeding at the same time – Yes or No??26:21 Q6 – On nutrient deficiencies and soil testing …27:44 Join us in Ankeney on the 12th and 13th of July to discover more!28:25 A few last tips from the expert ß30:02 The importance of having guidance from a team of experts
Episode 182 Highlights ✨00:45 Why foliar feed?01:15 Midwest Labs recommendations ß02:46 Why do we need to test on a field-by-field basis?03:59 Listen to Rod’s perfect example here <05:28 Onto the 4Rs …06:13 The Right product!07:31 The Right source!08:19 Tips when you foliar feed <<09:51 The cuticle …10:42 Again, the right product is critical13:11 Your micros and secondaries <14:49 The Right rate!16:53 Timing your foliar feeding –17:38 400 microns? Really?18:25 Low volume, high pressure …19:12 The Right place!20:35 The multiple aspects of being in the right time <21:13 Plant staging is very important21:41 See you in the Des Moines area – July 12-13!22:01 The time of day –23:07 The Right time!24:12 A good rule of thumb <<25:38 Start to get your feet wet26:07 More about foliar feeding? Reach out to us!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
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WHY, WHEN, AND HOW TO TISSUE TEST, EP181
Episode 181 Highlights ✨00:51 The WHY <<01:14 #2, #3, #4 reason <02:09 A tip on getting to the right diagnosis ß02:41 … and the WHY NOT?04:16 Are you cutting edges and pushing your yields to the next level?05:27 Continuous learning is the key!06:02 Again, we’re all about the results07:09 Are you foliar feeding correctly?08:05 You get your data and then what??09:38 The WHEN <<11:01 How about the late-season test?11:54 The HOW <<12:32 The first thing you want to do then13:56 Why the paper bag??15:30 A tip for corn and bean growers ß16:08 Sorghums on the other hand …16:54 Are you near the Des Moines area? See you on July 12-13!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered à HOW TO ADDRESS MICRONUTRIENTS DEFICIENCY, EP180
Episode 180 Highlights ✨02:57 Going back to Liebig’s Law of Limiting Factor <<04:11 Why do we need to be cautious of the forms of nutrients that we apply and how it gets taken up into the plant?05:56 The organic and inorganic forms of elements <07:25 Elemental sulfur vs potassium thio sulfate08:25 PTS vs ATS09:21 How about in the case of legume crops?11:20 On any last-minute adjustments to your fertility programs …12:42 The true role of the independent agronomists ß14:25 Do your research!15:15 Meet us in Ankeney in July!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILßPower starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered CAN YOU REPLACE 40 POUNDS OF NITROGEN? - EP179
Episode 179 Highlights ✨ 01:16 Tyler’s frustration << 02:59 What does this recent article talk about? 04:42 Selling nitrogen out of fear is a no-no 05:37 On a-symbiotic nitrogen-fixing products …06:45 How about the azospirillum and azo bacterium clostridium? 07:29 Marketing information vs. published unbiased data 09:23 The 10-34 uh-oh! 10:04 The non-participation of Iowa State University in the said study 11:09 Things we need to do < 11:59 What the two-day fundamentals of agronomy event bring to the table ß 12:45 The most efficient way to spend on your nitrogen << 13:22 On the issues of the DCD use … 14:31 We're still learning a lot about organic matter, CEC, soil health, etc.15:17 With the right practices, you can save a lot on your nitrogen use16:31 Start addressing your limiting nutrients first18:32 Does the DCD really doesn’t work? 20:28 The “everybody knows” kind of thing is the old way 21:49 A shameless plug on the upcoming series of the Fundamentals of Agronomy program coming really soon this July! Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast. SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚 We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients. Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6, or drop us an EMAILß Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok. Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE! Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered CONQUERING COLD WET SOILS: 3 TIPS FOR MAXIMIZING YIELD POTENTIAL, EP178
Episode 178 Highlights ✨00:51 1st tip à PATIENCE!01:56 2nd tip à discover the secret sauce!03:03 3rd one -- a high FOS, complete fertilizer03:27 What the Nitrogen brings to the table <<04:20 Orthophosphates vs. Polyphosphates05:44 Why a pure ortho product is the best choice?06:29 Why a tech grade is so much less money <07:36 Quality phosphorus is important!08:37 Do we have an early need for phosphorus?09:09 The University of Nebraska at Lincoln studies <<10:19 Do you want the yield that you so deserve? Listen here ß11:34 Here’s the bottom line summary <12:05 These are the gains you get ß13:19 Everything is either an excuse or a reasonThank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered THE SECRET SAUCE FOR HIGHER YIELDS, EP177
Episode 177 Highlights ✨01:18 Jerry says he’s going to use it on every acre of corn he has!04:55 Brad says he’s had great success with both the dry and the liquid form <09:26 Scott says he had better coverage and better results …12:27 Preston says the treatment only got him better emergence since then16:01 Mason says he fell in love with the bushel difference <<18:43 Chris says it was super easy to use even for first-time users!23:50 AndCaleb says there's a huge difference in production, like a hundred-mile difference <
Episode 176 Highlights ✨01:57 Getting to know Roger Wright ß03:16 Is there much money to be made in marketing as in production?04:12 Finally getting into marketing for the first time05:52 Discover the unique aspects of Roger’s business model here <06:58 The #1 principle à Education07:44 9 different marketing tools that can be used to market grain <<09:16 Why a subscription model over a commission model?11:38 How to market grain better and make more profit with less stress?12:26 Ignoranceis very costly for farmers13:12 Put in the time!14:50 Staying up to date on the trends – then and now17:25 Roger’s primary goal for farmers ß18:38 The role of government policy in grain marketing20:10 Dealing with the impacts of weather patterns21:32 Want accuracy? Listen here how <<23:06 Roger’s forecast on upcoming months’ weather <24:04 A 24/7 operations?? Why?25:29 The latest relevant news always matters, here’s why ß27:09 What is the “basis” and its importance in understanding marketing strategies?28:45 This formula is worth remembering, guys <<30:18 On the supply and demand market …31:56 Another tip you have to remember <32:53 This is the year you have to watch out for!34:09 The market's going to go down hard as soon as the market comes to a conclusion34:55 So, is this the year to sell our grain at harvest?36:19 Why are farmers the only people who store grain at a loss?37:13 Should you store grain in the fall or not?38:02 Take ahold of Roger HERE40:04 On passing the baton …Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one!
Missed the previous episode? We got you covered HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT FERTILIZER FOR YOUR FARM, EP175
Episode 175 Highlights ✨01:13 What they know might be wrong!02:05 Have you asked the right questions lately?03:35 Looking forward to these <<04:01 Starter fertilizer should reduce stress, not induce stress04:53 On heavy metals …05:25 On biologicals and chemistry …06:28 What about arsenic? What about lead? What about aluminum?07:16 What’s the magic word? FREE!08:52 What happens when we start getting these contaminants?09:52 Do the right thing!11:00 The plant knows …12:12 Look forward to more things to discuss here at A Better Way to Farm podcast!12:55 Here are our GOALS for your farm ß13:48 Think about these, guys! << Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in, and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️… or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered5 QUICK TIPS ON PREPARING YOUR SOIL BEFORE PLANTING SEASON, EP174
Episode 174 Highlights ✨01:21 Everybody’s always in a hurry but we still need to do the right thing02:16 On planting speeds …03:41 How about planting depth and the process of singulation?05:22 The controlled spill environment <<05:37 Consistency and precision planting based on Beck’s research07:24 Never plant in adverse conditions08:28 On improving soil conditions …09:34 Make budgets available for education, guys!10:47 Plan for that planter maintenance if you haven't done it yet11:33 Or, go for that seed treatment plan instead <12:21 How could Amplify work in your operation?13:26 A seed treatment that is unique to the industry14:46 Our ultimate recommendation? Just try on something new!16:34 But, do your own research 1st <17:43 Pull back that nitrogen a little bit18:20 Want to work with us? Reach out to the A Better Way to Farm team NOW!19:39 Insanity according to Albert Einstein <
Episode 173 Highlights ✨00:55 Here are the reasons to have a well-balanced plant <<01:38 Knowing the relationship between these micronutrients02:17 And so here’s a starting point for you ß03:00 The method of application also matters04:07 Why is it better in liquid form?04:56 How do we make sure it gets into the plant?06:08 Our take on complexing the micronutrients <<07:02 The advantages of a mono dentate <08:14 What is the stability constant of your chelator?09:12 Chelating agent vs. complexing agent09:58 E D T A <<10:33 Going back to chemistry11:14 The power of micros and secondaries12:32 Remember, general recommendations get general results13:03 Here's the deal! ß13:41 More about chelates …15:19 And more about these subjects on our fundamentals of agronomy programs, join us!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered BREAKING MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF YOUR FERTILITY PROGRAM, EP172
Episode 172 Highlights ✨00:44 An important national resource …01:32 Do you know that the soil is a live, living, active body?02:05 When does organic matter mainly function?03:05 The effects of temperature and more <<04:14 A fact on soil bacteria you need to know ß05:20 No shortcuts, no cheating!05:45 Let’s save that organic matter!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered CULTIVATING CASHFLOW: HOW A MISSOURI FARMER INCREASED THEIR FARM INCOME, EP171
Episode 171 Highlights ✨01:10 How did Larna get started with A Better Way to Farm?02:45 Being a farmer-entrepreneur …03:43 Convincing dad with eyes wide-open04:41 Getting on the right path with the team05:20 The investment <<05:53 Implementing the full system <06:19 Brand new things indeed!06:59 A truly unforgettable moment <08:24 Fighting drought season is better this time09:38 The life for Larna …10:12 Farm businesses you can do too!11:49 Crop yield differences in bushels with A Better Way to Farm clients14:03 What is it like to farm full-time for the family?15:57 Thinking of making the change? Here’s Larna’s advice for you <<18:04 Take a step out in faith and look closely at your alternatives!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you coveredFROM SEED TO HARVEST: HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT SEED FOR YOUR FARM, EP170
Episode 170 Highlights ✨01:23 Let’s get to know Andrew …03:16 Figuring out how to get the right hybrid on our farms04:30 Every field is different!05:47 When looking at plot data <06:57 But how does Andrew handle skewed results in certain cases?08:14 Plots are not perfect but they are great tools no matter what brand it carries09:35 The tillage method vs. cover crops11:23 Thumbs up for the flex hybrids!12:36 A push test in every field?14:16 Varying experience, varying trends …14:54 A general rule of semi-flexes <<16:40 A good pivot advice from an expert ß17:21 What's your yield goal?19:04 An offense-defense approach20:09 An unlimited potential also exists21:59 How about dealing with wells variances?23:41 The stacked traits <<24:16 On conventional ways and dealing with pests …26:03 AMXT vs. Chrome vs. SmartStax27:03 Do you have rootworm issues? Listen here ßThank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered ROOTED IN REVENUE - ADDING OFF FARM INCOME AS A FARMER DEALER, EP169
Episode 169 Highlights ✨00:38 Welcoming back an old friend, Sam Shanks <<02:42 Listen to Sam’s in-depth interview last time HERE03:16 Sam’s humble beginning started here <04:41 A beautiful farmland but with burned crops and pockets? How so?06:56 A choice to fight like mad before giving up09:25 Sam’s change of heart toward building another business10:48 Driving force? The passion for the right systems in place12:38 Transitioning to a part-time opportunity with a full-time income13:59 How about the difference in the workload?16:19 In this line of business, everything is earned. Nothing is given.18:29 Goals change and maybe 2023 and beyond are the best years!21:13 So how quickly could this replace a full-time salary if they come on board?23:04 Stop the what-ifs and try to discover more, change that mindset!24:13 Reach out to Sam! à (641) 420-1459 24:57 Catch the A Better Way to Farm team at Ankeny, Iowa, or go to the fundamentals of agronomy program near you!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered THE RISE OF ONLINE AUCTIONS FOR FARM EQUIPMENT AND LANDS: THERE'S NO LOOKING BACK, WITH JIM HUFF, EP168
Episode 168 Highlights ✨00:48 Meet Jim Huff ß01:34 How’s the auction real estate business nowadays?02:18 Why Merit Auctions?02:47 Liquidations sale coming up soon!03:59 Advantages of working with Merit Auctions <<05:38 Land values today in the real estate world <06:52 Talking about high-interest rates and their impact09:14 On land and property taxes affecting farm sales …10:45 Pros and cons of an auction <<11:45 How far has equipment sales gone from 3 years ago?13:48 Want to know more about Merit Auctions and contact Jim? Go HERE ß14:30 Jim’s predictions for the Ag world
Episode 167 Highlights ✨00:30 Let’s talk biologicals!02:00 The 3 things the industry talks about when it comes to biologicals <<02:27 First off, the bugs in a jug <03:59 Make no mistake – there isn’t 1 product that would do the wonder of it all!05:15 1 bug in a jug is better! Listen here ß06:12 How about a live rhizobium bacteria?07:05 GMOs are really polarizing08:28 Next up, PGRs - the plant growth regulators <<09:17 On ethylene and abscisic acid …09:58 Auxins, Gibberellins, and Cytokinins10:37 What Auxins do <11:44 The role of Auxins in gravitropism12:24 What Auxins do above the ground13:09 A closer look at abscisic acid14:11 Remember, there's no one size fits all in anything14:52 Delaying maturity, good thing or bad thing?15:27 Gibberellins and Norman Borlaug16:16 Where would Gibberellins be a good thing?16:52 Still, not every product works in every application17:58 How a Gibberellin might help in seed germination <18:44 Whatever it is, make sure that you're applying them in a manner that is best for the grower19:45 So, how about Cytokinins?20:33 Helping with plant defense responses and plant defense mechanisms21:30 Of course, we still want a good fertility program to go with all these22:16 Getting over a catastrophe …23:34 Battling against SCN <<24:14 3 things that happen when you apply cytokinin ß25:07 What do we know about soybean cyst nematode?25:42 A review on Auxins and the Gibberellic acid27:36 Here is all you need to know about bio-stimulants, really!28:20 Overuse is not gonna be your friend, okay!28:53 Interested in one of our fundamentals of agronomy training?Hit us up HERE!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered BULLETPROOF YOUR FARM AND SKYROCKET YOUR FARM'S PROFITABILITY THROUGH FAMILY FARM SUCCESSION PLANNING, WITH ANDY CAYGEON JUNKIN, EP166
Episode 166 Highlights ✨00:54 Who’s Andy Caygeon Junkin?02:51 How farming has changed in the last 50 years <<04:55 The bad stubborn vs. the good kind of stubborn05:41 Why bother coaching on family farm succession? Caygeon’s story here ß07:27 The passion for helping family farms grew from there08:38 The thing with getting first the family’s absolute truth09:37 Caygeon has to make sure that everyone goes home happy!10:06 Truth is, simple succession planning's a disaster!11:51 This is what makes Caygeon’s process different across all other programs <12:38 A good farm family to a great farm family? Why not?!13:59 The whole succession planning concept gotta be proactive so the challenge lies there14:44 A whole different philosophy on farm management and farm succession planning15:21 The 90-day workbook and the 9,000-hour rule <<17:27 Succession planning doesn’t have to be a 10-year family feud18:42 Based on a 17th-century common law??20:19 For Caygeon, there's not a problem that cannot be solved so fix that 1st 21:27 So, how about the transfer of management?22:44 The primary issue of succession planning is …23:53 Here’s the best way for the next generation to learn the important skills ß24:56 Now, we go to estate planning <26:09 Caygeon’s guarantee for all farm families <<26:55 Every family has a few flaws even though we don't wanna admit it29:10 Similar concept, different approach it is!30:05 Caygeon’s 10 questions for each performance review ß31:31 What happens with a consistently poor performance review then?32:26 The dark secret of succession planning <33:51 Smarter decisions even from a tax standpoint35:22 How about character adjustments?37:09 Get everybody on the same page, yeah?37:28 The father, son, and daughter story <<39:16 Again ask, what are we in the business of doing?40:37 On buying ground …41:48 Sons and daughters remember, know thyself 1st 43:23 So, how do we create heaven on earth within two years with what we got?43:52 Caygeon’s game-changing moment ß45:56 Matthew 7:5 “Do not take the speck of dust outta your brother's eye until you've taken the plank outta your own”.47:23 Caygeon’s payment method is quite unique too!49:02 An invitation to Caygeon’s workshop HERE!50:27 See Caygeon’s workshop reviews ß51:11 Get Caygeon’s Free Book à “Bulletproof Your Farm”Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered
KEYS TO RUNNING A BUSINESS FIRST FAMILY FARM WITH JOLENE BROWN, EP165
Episode 165 Highlights ✨00:40 Who is Jolene Brown?02:06 Why consultancy in the world of agriculture?03:20 So here are the major things to consider if we want succeeding farm generations to flourish05:01 Here are the things that we need to do when the times are good <<05:52 Being part of a “business first family” …06:46 Sadly, when emotion meets logic, emotion always wins08:13 “Family first business” vs. “business first family”09:48 What does it mean to forget the use of common courtesy in a business?10:53 Do we really understand how to achieve the lowest cost with the highest return?11:22 What to expect on Jolene’s full-day workshops to help Ag families <12:49 Being part of a business is conditional. It's not a birthright!14:03 Grit and perseverance combined with new perspectives are important for both sides15:11 Marching up the ladder for old and new generations alike16:35 Fitting everything into the cash flow17:31 Maturity and emotional intelligence are expected of the newer generations18:56 The process of communicating across generations …19:27 The three biggest lies in the family business <<20:37 A business overview always works!21:40 What kills motivation in a family business??22:40 Thinking is hard work, that's why most people refuse to do it – Truett Cathy23:15 3 things you need to do when it comes to communication ß24:15 Let’s do it right!25:18 The importance of annual meetings in family corporations26:06 Working on the business and the human side of the business is vitally important!27:27 Funny but true and powerful story here as an example <<28:22 Leaders have to have not only a strong spine but also a mastermind group to share with29:06 Celebrate, pause, and applaud all the hard work …31:58 Reach out to Jolene HEREß Subscribe to her on her YouTube channel! Or visit her website ß ß Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered PASSING THE TORCH: NAVIGATING FARM SUCCESSION PLANNING WITH ELAINE FROESE, EP164
Episode 164 Highlights ✨00:38 Welcoming Canada's Farm Whisperer – Elaine Froese01:57 Growing up as a farm kid …03:54 The quest to being a family farm coach – where the inspiration came04:34 At some point, we need to have that clarity of expectations from the family’s farm team05:07 So, how do we get folks to the table?06:49 Never let procrastination get in the way!07:37 The pre-work is really important!08:13 The perfect example? Hear Elaine’s own family farm story ß09:34 The next clue in conflict resolution – the intent action effect10:19 Write your parents this letter <<11:45 So, what’s stopping most families to have these important conversations?12:27 The “three-generation farm” …13:05 Elaine really points out -- you have to be able to talk about money!14:30 How do we really start these tough conversations?15:02 An investment in time and emotional energy 16:10 Just pick from the 4 different plans <17:11 You need to be able to ask these questions and face the facts <<18:45 Fair and equal are not the same thing, really!19:46 We just got to nail the income stream for all families20:32 Everybody has a story and it's time for people to stop fighting about money and inheritance21:41 Be smarter and get more personal wealth22:33 How about corporations?23:20 How do these processes even start?24:18 Yes, there are emotional factors affecting planning25:50 The 10 tools for talking about tough farm issues <<27:11 Do not wait for the perfect storm to happen!28:03 Elaine’s son was baptized early for farm management ß29:54 Why this isn't happening ß30:33 Financial transparency and embarrassment just doesn’t go well together31:31 Forgiving yourself and other people as well …32:59 The Conflict Dynamic Profile – know more HERE33:37 Always remember what your intent is34:52 Younger generation vs older generation of farmers35:35 Curiosity is so important!36:15 You got to hear this version of the farm prodigal son <<37:49 The transition coming from the biggest stumbling blocks38:16 Assumptions – assumptions – assumptions38:53 The key challenge auditß39:46 Find Elaine on YOUTUBE, or go visit her blogs, vlogs, and podcast <41:34 Elaine wrapped it up and summarized these steps for us <42:58 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content, like, subscribe, & share us with a family or friend!!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook or TikTok.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you coveredTHE ULTIMATE PLAYBOOK TO MASTERING YOUR FARM OPERATION IN 2023, EP163
Episode 163 Highlights ✨00:48 Let’s get to know our guest à Kacee Bohle02:12 Why is it important for farming operations to set goals in the first place?03:18 Yes, being intentional plays into the success of our farming operations04:01 Rod shares how being intentional benefited the Livesay farm and business <<06:16 What types of farms can apply this concept?08:36 But how do we ensure that we're staying on track?09:47 This is how we can see our progress <10:45 How about unsupportive teammates? What to do??11:45 How do we get burnt out really?12:49 The importance of knowing our deeper “WHY”13:37 How can we hold ourselves and our team accountable to these goals?15:06 Baby steps …15:58 Refocusing <<16:48 Third-party also works! For more information, ask Kacee herself HERE!17:35 How to get started on your goal-setting ß18:15 A simple template can also be a great headstart20:07 Growth mindset vs. Fixed mindset20:52 Defy that Ag stereotyping!21:38 Legit data and resources work22:39 Final tips on proper goal-setting <23:17 Have open communication with those in your circle24:47 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content, like, subscribe, & share us with a family or friend!!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast. SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered 12 DAYS OF NUTRIENTS - DAY 12 ZINC, EP162
If you want a fair share of support in growing your crops the right way, you have come to the right place to listen and learn. The A Better Way to Farm team has always aimed to give useful tips and updates to all our dear listeners. We only want what’s best for you and your farm. Our goal has always been to develop innovative farming methods that focus on soil health to produce yield increase in spite and despite.Please spread the word about us with your friends, neighbors, and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing on iTunes or on other platforms you use to listen to so that we can better spread the good stuff around. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.Day 12 Highlights ✨00:32 Introducing the most sold micronutrient à ZINC01:04 Embrace the 4Rs, not the 5th R02:01 This is the Big 3 for Zinc <<02:54 Things we have to consider about zinc <03:40 Do you know that different hybrids will exhibit deficiencies different in various soils?04:29 You have to buy the Fertilizer Handbook, it’s a hot sale!05:08 What are the crops that are susceptible to zinc deficiency?05:30 …and what is the deficiency symptom we have to look out for?06:55 Do you also know that zinc is linked with iron and manganese? How?07:43 Tissue test, tissue test, tissue test …08:25 Here are the methods we could use to apply it on our plants <09:24 Any one nutrient in excess is not good – Neil Kinsey09:54 So, what happens if nitrogen is oversupplied?10:41 Specifically in corn and sorghum, what are the deficiency symptoms?11:08 Do you know that zinc is the most universally helpful of all the micros?11:41 You don’t want those micronutrients in a jug, believe me!12:30 Keep this in mind when considering trace elements <<13:18 So, are micronutrients really not important as what others say?14:20 Other cations do inhibit zinc uptake …15:12 If you want to work with us, call us 1st before pulling those soil tests, please!Book References (here are the links to all of the resources that can be purchased on Amazon):Hands-on Agronomy à https://amzn.to/3itafyMWestern Fertilizer Handbook à https://amzn.to/3P1UGu7The Anatomy of Life and Energy in Agriculture à https://amzn.to/3VL7aIJSoil Nutrient Bio Availability à https://amzn.to/3FlSSsTFrom The Soil Up à https://amzn.to/3FlCloCThe Nature and Properties of Soil à https://amzn.to/3B2S4GCSoil Fertility and Fertilizers à https://amzn.to/3Vo67P6Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered 12 DAYS OF NUTRIENTS - DAY 11 MOLY AND CHLORINE, EP161
Who do you listen to when it comes to your farming needs? What are they saying? Are these backed by science and facts and studies? Are they good for you and your farm? These are the questions we ought to ponder this 2023. The team at A Better Way to Farm cares for what’s right for you. We have always intended at helping farmers improve profits and increase yields. Our subjects not only cover soil health but go as far as farm machinery, farm tech, and innovation for the future of farming and of the future generations of American farmers.Do share us with a friend and with our fellow farmers. Rate us on iTunes or other platforms you’re on so we could better spread the good stuff around. Thank you all so much for tuning in. This 2023, we have a great future ahead of us in agriculture!Day 11 Highlights ✨00:34 Shout out on the episode line-up we have this January! Watch out for it!01:26 So, let’s start with Moly <<02:16 Oh yeah, Moly can really be an interesting nutrient! Here’s why ß03:14 How do we spot a Moly deficiency? … and how do we correct it?05:22 Why do Moly deficiency symptoms very similar to a nitrogen deficiency?06:09 Do you know that excess Moly is toxic to livestock?07:08 Another one >> Moly is the only trace element that becomes less available under a low pH08:20 A shout-out to Neil Kinsey! Guys, get his book or take his class stat!09:11 A tip on how to apply Moly right here <10:00 The base on Moly’s magic is still under work so we’ll know more in the next 12 days of nutrients series!10:29 Now, let’s go to chlorine …11:19 So, does it work or does it not? Listen to this story ß12:26 Do not be one of those people who drew the wrong conclusions!13:12 It’s just simple common sense14:27 Banding is always more efficient à FACT15:53 Waterproof your crop! Be more drought-tolerant!16:30 Let’s look at some of these studies here <<17:07 Another example of the importance of drawing the right conclusion <18:06 Why use a high K starter instead?19:26 More questions? Reach out to us!Book References (here are the links to all of the resources that can be purchased on Amazon):Hands-on Agronomy à https://amzn.to/3itafyMWestern Fertilizer Handbook à https://amzn.to/3P1UGu7The Anatomy of Life and Energy in Agriculture à https://amzn.to/3VL7aIJSoil Nutrient Bio Availability à https://amzn.to/3FlSSsTFrom The Soil Up à https://amzn.to/3FlCloCThe Nature and Properties of Soil à https://amzn.to/3B2S4GCSoil Fertility and Fertilizers à https://amzn.to/3Vo67P6Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered
12 DAYS OF NUTRIENTS - DAY 10 MANGANESE, EP160
In the world of agriculture, it always matters whom you listen to. What they say should always be what’s good for you and your farm and not the other way around. The team at A Better Way to Farm cares for what’s right for you. We have always intended at helping farmers improve profits and increase yields. Our subjects not only cover soil health but go as far as farm machinery, farm tech, and innovation for the future of farming and of the future generations of American farmers.We would appreciate it if you could share us with a friend and your fellow farmers. Rate us on iTunes or other platforms you’re on so we could better spread the good stuff around. Thank you all so much for tuning in. We have a great future ahead of us in agriculture!Day 10 Highlights ✨00:55 It’s Manganese, not Magnesium guys!01:14 Yes, the nutrients are all interrelated!02:22 More facts about manganese here <<03:13 We need to have all the nutrients in the right order04:00 Manganese is the element of life05:16 Note that these crops are sensitive to excess manganese <06:06 It is a catalyst in plant growth processes07:15 Remember: a crop can be deficient even though it's not detected with the eyes07:59 Chelated manganese is a great way to go too!08:39 Here’s your big 3 when it comes to stalk strength ß09:36 Frustration is a precursor to innovation10:28 Your first plateau on manganese = 40 parts per million, bare minimum11:42 When all the other levels of the nutrients are right, a high level of manganese is your friend12:16 Be as efficient as we can in this day and age!13:58 This is the reason why something shows up in the new growth instead of the old growth <14:29 Enjoying these mini master’s training? Grab one of these books below to learn more!Book References (here are the links to all of the resources that can be purchased on Amazon):Hands-on Agronomy à https://amzn.to/3itafyMWestern Fertilizer Handbook à https://amzn.to/3P1UGu7The Anatomy of Life and Energy in Agriculture à https://amzn.to/3VL7aIJSoil Nutrient Bio Availability à https://amzn.to/3FlSSsTFrom The Soil Up à https://amzn.to/3FlCloCThe Nature and Properties of Soil à https://amzn.to/3B2S4GCSoil Fertility and Fertilizers à https://amzn.to/3Vo67P6Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered 12 DAYS OF NUTRIENTS - DAY 9 IRON, EP159
There is always a difference between whom you listen to in agriculture. Regardless of what they say, what's good for you and your farm should always take precedence. We at A Better Way to Farm want to help you make informed decisions about your farm. Our goal has always been to help farmers increase profits and yields. Our subjects cover soil health and go as far as farm machinery, farm tech, and innovation for the future of farming and of the future generations of American farmers.We would appreciate it if you could share us with a friend and your fellow farmers. Rate us on iTunes or other platforms you’re on so we could better spread the good stuff around. Thank you all so much for tuning in. This 2023, it's going to be a great year for agriculture!Day 9 Highlights ✨00:50 It’s iron, it’s iron, it’s iron …01:29 What do high levels of phosphorus do?02:34 Why we don’t want iron deficiencies lurking behind us ß03:13 So how do we correct iron chlorosis?04:24 How do we diagnose iron deficiencies?05:21 Prevention is far better than cure!06:52 This will also trigger that deficiency <<07:29 And what is proper iron management?08:44 Spraying on a regular basis is important!09:47 And what is the ratio we’d like to see?10:43 The different ways to diagnose these deficiencies <11:49 And so what do we want to do?12:54 Experience is what you get when you get what you didn't want14:07 What do we need to send in Midwest Labs?14:44 Here’s a little tip <<15:35 Again, there are no unimportant nutrients16:08 Listeners, share us with a family or friend!Book References (here are the links to all of the resources that can be purchased on Amazon):Hands-on Agronomy à https://amzn.to/3itafyMWestern Fertilizer Handbook à https://amzn.to/3P1UGu7The Anatomy of Life and Energy in Agriculture à https://amzn.to/3VL7aIJSoil Nutrient Bio Availability à https://amzn.to/3FlSSsTFrom The Soil Up à https://amzn.to/3FlCloCThe Nature and Properties of Soil à https://amzn.to/3B2S4GCSoil Fertility and Fertilizers à https://amzn.to/3Vo67P6Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered12 DAYS OF NUTRIENTS - DAY 8 COPPER, EP158
If you want a fair share of support in growing your crops the right way, you have come to the right place to listen and learn. The A Better Way to Farm team has always aimed to give useful tips and updates to all our dear listeners. We only want what’s best for you and your farm. Our goal has always been to develop a way of farming that is innovative and focuses on soil health to produce yield increase in spite and despite.Please spread the word about us with your friends, neighbours, and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing on iTunes or on other platforms you use to listen to so that we can better spread the good stuff around. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.Day 8 Highlights ✨00:34 Copper, copper, copper …01:22 Know the law of nature to know how to handle what you can still change <02:37 Dig in for more info about these hot new ideas everywhere!03:26 Do you know what the scariest words are in the English language?04:08 What you want are 100% chelated products, why? Listen here <<04:53 Get a hold of the Midwest Labs Agronomy Handbook, stat!05:51 What is the right amount? Do your soil tests and find out!06:42 Do you want what’s best for your plant’s reproductive stage of growth?07:16 Remember, copper is the key to elasticity in a plant as well as mold control07:51 Here’s the best analogy you’d hear ß08:54 On copper deficiency symptoms in corn …10:09 Copper à the activator of the other elements in the plant11:25 The soil level standards for copper <<12:03 Why the Hands-on Agronomy book is Rod’s favourite <13:14 Copper is needed in small amounts and it’s not the fix all product but yes, it is important!14:42 Just do everything right!15:24 Listen to Neil’s story here on fields <16:07 What if deficiencies are there in the tissue??17:31 Look forward for Day 9 soon!!Book References (here are the links to all of the resources that can be purchased on Amazon):Hands-on Agronomy à https://amzn.to/3itafyMWestern Fertilizer Handbook à https://amzn.to/3P1UGu7The Anatomy of Life and Energy in Agriculture à https://amzn.to/3VL7aIJSoil Nutrient Bio Availability à https://amzn.to/3FlSSsTFrom The Soil Up à https://amzn.to/3FlCloCThe Nature and Properties of Soil à https://amzn.to/3B2S4GCSoil Fertility and Fertilizers à https://amzn.to/3Vo67P6Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered 12 DAYS OF NUTRIENTS - DAY 7 BORON, EP157
There is always a difference between whom you listen to in agriculture. Regardless of what they say, what's good for you and your farm should always take precedence. We at A Better Way to Farm want to help you make informed decisions about your farm. Our goal has always been to help farmers increase profits and yields. Our subjects not only cover soil health but go as far as farm machinery, farm tech, and innovation for the future of farming and of the future generations of American farmers.We would appreciate it if you could share us with a friend and your fellow farmers. Rate us on iTunes or other platforms you’re on so we could better spread the good stuff around. Thank you all so much for tuning in. This 2023, it's going to be a great year for agriculture!Day 7 Highlights ✨00:41 Let’s start with the micronutrients <<01:46 Micronutrients? Super important!02:15 Let’s do some digging and reading about Boron03:33 Remember in a corn plant, the bloom is the tassel04:14 Let’s assume here your boron levels …05:39 This thing will also hurt you <06:09 Also remember to apply your micronutrients early06:43 We need to remember this about boron ß07:27 Beware of this red flag!08:25 Take note of these conditions as very conducive to a deficiency of all micronutrients09:03 Boron is part of the three nutrients that are negatively charged10:12 Listen to this story here <<11:00 What if your plant is short on boron?12:09 Note that alfalfa has a very high need for boron12:53 Suspect anything? Do some tissue testing14:15 But here is what we figured out <15:14 It's hard to listen to people talk about stuff that we've known for 40 or 50 years16:19 Do some testing every year!17:02 Using a soil test is the only safe approach …17:36 Everything is interconnected and everything matters18:38 What do excessive potassium, calcium, high soil pH, low organic matter, moisture, and highly leached soils do to your deficiencies ß19:17 What levels are considered excellent vs excessive?20:10 An important concept about boron <<21:25 Some of the fallacies here <22:45 Notable anecdote right here <24:02 If they knew better, they'd do better – Les Brown25:44 Another thing to be reminded of from our Fertilizer Handbook –26:25 This is just wrong!27:01 (Super important!) Boron is a key element – Life and Energy29:45 Take care of your organic matter!30:29 Boron deficiency is associated with dry weather, why??31:22 So, what have we learned here today?32:28 We invite you to our two-day fundamentals of agronomy program coming very soon!Book References (here are the links to all of the resources that can be purchased on Amazon):Hands-on Agronomy à https://amzn.to/3itafyMWestern Fertilizer Handbook à https://amzn.to/3P1UGu7The Anatomy of Life and Energy in Agriculture à https://amzn.to/3VL7aIJSoil Nutrient Bio Availability à https://amzn.to/3FlSSsTFrom The Soil Up à https://amzn.to/3FlCloCThe Nature and Properties of Soil à https://amzn.to/3B2S4GCSoil Fertility and Fertilizers à https://amzn.to/3Vo67P6Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered 12 DAYS OF NUTRIENTS - DAY 6 SULPHUR, EP156
In the world of agriculture, it always matters whom you listen to. What they say should always be what’s good for you and your farm and not the other way around. The team at A Better Way to Farm cares for what’s right for you. We have always intended at helping farmers improve profits and increase yields. Our subjects not only cover soil health but go as far as farm machinery, farm tech, and innovation for the future of farming and of the future generations of American farmers.We would appreciate it if you could share us with a friend and your fellow farmers. Rate us on iTunes or other platforms you’re on so we could better spread the good stuff around. Thank you all so much for tuning in. We have a great future ahead of us in agriculture!Day 6 Highlights ✨00:36 Day 6 is all about Sulphur!01:48 Fact check here <<02:22 The roles of the 16 essential nutrients à Sulphur03:03 Some of the laws of nature we should observe04:25 Now the 4th major plant food nutrient for crop production??05:01 Organic matter again and again …06:07 What is a good indicator of the sulphur requirement?07:05 How about the different sources?08:01 Here are the various forms you can use <08:34 And the right source for you? Listen here <<10:08 What are your symptoms?11:23 Another fact check by Neil Kinsey12:39 Here is what sulphur can really do for our farms, ONLY IF13:18 Back to organic matter à Humus14:11 But when sulphur is low, watch out for these <15:04 Sulphur is also a constituent of two sulphur-bearing amino acids16:07 Everybody should put on 150 pounds of A M S every other year17:20 Again, anything we can do to raise that organic matter is a good thing18:11 Here's a little tip for you on humic acids <<19:46 Fact is, sulphur is very underused20:20 Truly, go after the 4Rs especially on this 12 nutrients we would discuss21:19 Watch out for Boron day next!Book References (here are the links to all of the resources that can be purchased on Amazon):Hands-on Agronomy à https://amzn.to/3itafyMWestern Fertilizer Handbook à https://amzn.to/3P1UGu7The Anatomy of Life and Energy in Agriculture à https://amzn.to/3VL7aIJSoil Nutrient Bio Availability à https://amzn.to/3FlSSsTFrom The Soil Up à https://amzn.to/3FlCloCThe Nature and Properties of Soil à https://amzn.to/3B2S4GCSoil Fertility and Fertilizers à https://amzn.to/3Vo67P6Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered 12 DAYS OF NUTRIENTS - DAY 5 MAGNESIUM, EP155
The A Better Way to Farm team has always aimed to give tips and updates to all our dear listeners with all things from Ag tech to farm equipment to cover crops because we only want what’s best for you and your farm. Our goal is to develop a way of farming that is innovative and focuses on soil health to produce yield increase in spite and despite.Please spread the word about us with your friends, neighbours, and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing on iTunes or on other platforms you use to listen to so that we can better spread the good stuff around. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.Day 5 Highlights ✨00:38 Today’s highlight à Magnesium01:10 Magnesium vs. Manganese02:35 According to the Fertilizer Handbook ...03:49 The book From the Soil Up talked a lot about magnesium <04:41 Remember that magnesium can't correct pH, it changes it05:31 Let’s understand the importance of the cation exchange capacity (CEC)06:15 What really is a mila equivalent?07:14 Be very careful on that base saturation rate08:24 Next – your calcitic lime09:05 What does it take to grow that 150 bushel corn??10:06 This is what our major goal should be as a farmer <<10:51 Is there really a way to better control any excesses in magnesium?12:26 Again, it's never wrong to do the right thing!13:47 So, recap – we’re done with the first 5!14:19 How to spot a magnesium deficiency ß15:32 Another tip here from the book Life and Energy <16:19 ADSORB vs. ABSORB16:54 The K to Mag ratio is important, okay!18:09 Let’s close with a good story here ß20:26 Go figure out what it is that you can do better with these nutrients each year!21:03 Anticipate for more learnings on Day 6!Book References (here are the links to all of the resources that can be purchased on Amazon):Hands-on Agronomy à https://amzn.to/3itafyMWestern Fertilizer Handbook à https://amzn.to/3P1UGu7The Anatomy of Life and Energy in Agriculture à https://amzn.to/3VL7aIJSoil Nutrient Bio Availability à https://amzn.to/3FlSSsTFrom The Soil Up à https://amzn.to/3FlCloCThe Nature and Properties of Soil à https://amzn.to/3B2S4GCSoil Fertility and Fertilizers à https://amzn.to/3Vo67P6Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered 12 DAYS OF NUTRIENTS - DAY 4 CALCIUM, EP154
The A Better Way to Farm podcast is here! It's your channel where we are looking for ways farmers can grow better crops and make more money. Our subjects are as diverse as farm equipment, soil health, essential nutrients, micros, and macros because we aim to provide you with only the best information possible. Our goal is to provide core tips geared toward building sustainable agriculture for each of our hardworking farmers out there.You are welcome to share us with your friends and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing in iTunes or other platforms you use so that we can better spread the good stuff around. You all are so appreciated for tuning in.Day 4 Highlights ✨00:47 Let’s talk about C-A-L-C-I-U-M <<01:55 Midwest’s Lab book à go to page 4802:46 Guys, do not confuse pH and calcium03:12 What are the symptoms of a calcium-starved plant?03:48 Nature's detoxifier according to Dr. Anderson04:42 So, here’s the catch <05:11 Do not fall for the scam!05:31 What kind of calcium do we need to put on?06:21 “Thou shalt not kid thyself."07:03 The Secret Life of pH Management07:46 The symptoms of improper decay system08:19 Remember, pH is not the only indicator09:23 … and the symptoms of calcium deficiencies in corn10:02 Plant health 1st!10:40 Guys, there are no absolutes11:16 Here’s the world record yield for dryland production 20 years ago12:03 Something we have to remember ß13:29 Test after test after test out in the field …13:59 Take these 2 things in mind <14:40 Calcium is a macronutrient essential to all plants15:24 Nature's detoxifier <<15:59 Going back to the deficiencies17:04 Listeners, give us a rating please! Share us with a friend! 😉Book References (here are the links to all of the resources that can be purchased on Amazon):Hands-on Agronomy à https://amzn.to/3itafyMWestern Fertilizer Handbook à https://amzn.to/3P1UGu7The Anatomy of Life and Energy in Agriculture à https://amzn.to/3VL7aIJSoil Nutrient Bio Availability à https://amzn.to/3FlSSsTFrom The Soil Up à https://amzn.to/3FlCloCThe Nature and Properties of Soil à https://amzn.to/3B2S4GCSoil Fertility and Fertilizers à https://amzn.to/3Vo67P6Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered 12 DAYS OF NUTRIENTS - DAY 3 PHOSPHORUS, EP153
Who wouldn’t want a better farm life that runs smoothly no matter what the weather is?! Every farmer dreams of it but truth be told, challenges can knock most of our determination to dream big for our farms. Worry not because the A Better Way to Farm team is working hard to bring core tips to build sustainable agriculture for each of our harworking farmers out there.We would appreciate it if you share us with a friend and your fellow farmers. Rate us in iTunes or other platforms you’re in so we could better spread the good stuff around. Thank you all so much for tuning in. The future of agriculture lies ahead of us!Day 3 Highlights ✨00:47 Phosphorus day it is!01:43 Hear what we're going to talk a lot about in the 2-day Fundamentals of Agronomy meeting02:41 What are the symptoms of a phosphorous-starved plant?03:28 They say “it will grow out of it”, really?!04:03 But, adequate boron is critical to having adequate phosphorus in our plant05:05 So here’s the importance of placement <06:02 For no-tillers y’all, listen here <<06:51 Here’s what you need to know about polyphosphates <07:29 Poly versus Ortho08:35 Let’s talk about positional unavailability09:11 And this is what we need to make sure for our phosphorus <<10:17 This is what happens the minute you put that dry product on ß11:23 Thumbs up for the Midwest Labs Handbook so get it now for FREE!12:17 The addition of phosphorus to the soil has a threefold purpose12:49 Do you know of this well-known fact here <13:45 How are we going to get that phosphorus, where we want it when we want it?14:12 Why the Hands-on Agronomy by Neil Kinsey is a precious read15:53 So, here’s the bottom line …16:25 Phosphorus is necessary for energy release17:09 This is what we want to do to put those nutrients in the root zone18:28 Facts from the book of Dr. SA Barber19:03 So here’s the RECAP!20:18 Stop looking at your yield and do this instead <<21:33 Watch out for Day 4 very soon!We're going to pick the coolest sweater so post to win an Amazon gift card from us!Book References (here are the links to all of the resources that can be purchased on Amazon):Hands-on Agronomy à https://amzn.to/3itafyMWestern Fertilizer Handbook à https://amzn.to/3P1UGu7The Anatomy of Life and Energy in Agriculture à https://amzn.to/3VL7aIJSoil Nutrient Bio Availability à https://amzn.to/3FlSSsTFrom The Soil Up à https://amzn.to/3FlCloCThe Nature and Properties of Soil à https://amzn.to/3B2S4GCSoil Fertility and Fertilizers à https://amzn.to/3Vo67P6Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered12 DAYS OF NUTRIENTS - DAY 2 POTASSIUM, EP152
What better way to start our farming activities but with top tips in mind brought out by the A Better Way to Farm folks. Agriculture is a continuous learning process of bringing sustainable development for the future of farming. They say - your FARM, your RULES, but here in A Better Way to Farm, we believe that innovation plays a big part and soil health is of utmost importance.Please go ahead and share us with a friend and our fellow farmers. Rate us on iTunes or other platforms you’re on so we could better spread the good stuff around. We are so grateful for you all tuning in. The future of agriculture lies ahead of us!
Day 2 Highlights ✨00:49 So, what’s with your K??01:23 A Mississippi survey mentioned in the Hands-On Agronomy book02:11 What humus is and how important is it?03:21 Do you know how large a role potassium plays in our plants?04:52 Modern agriculture has become addicted to nitrogen and potash05:48 But here’s the funny part …06:23 Let’s get to know more about potassium chloride <07:46 So here’s the problem though <<08:52 Anyone familiar with research and statistics?09:41 Now, let’s calculate the chlorine concentration10:28 Hey, carbohydrates are part of our products of photosynthesis11:17 But what really corrects the rest of the bad symptoms?12:37 How to correctly use our potassium products ß13:08 How can we go around making our crops more drought-resistant?13:53 What more can we do? Listen to Dr. Mulvaney’s advice for you <<14:48 Do you know that a value of 150 parts per million is frequently considered high enough?15:49 Hmm, how is it that a plant gets potassium into it?16:41 Now, let’s talk about the different forms17:44 Do you dry broadcast using potassium sulfate? If yes, listen here ß18:29 Understand the timing!19:10 Another thing, understand the ratio between potassium and magnesium20:06 Everything should be in balance!20:57 Know that potassium is the freelancer in plants21:21 Potash is also a product that recycles22:33 Ever heard of the theory in the Midwest?23:44 Listen closely to this story here <<24:08 Now, here are the facts!25:06 Another real problem here ß26:17 Be very careful about whom you listen to because here’s a little secret to share <27:58 Watch out for these on our two-day fundamentals of agronomy training very soon!29:01 To RECAP …30:17 Guys, here's the magic or secret sauce ßBook References (here are the links to all of the resources that can be purchased on Amazon):Hands-on Agronomy à https://amzn.to/3itafyMWestern Fertilizer Handbook à https://amzn.to/3P1UGu7The Anatomy of Life and Energy in Agriculture à https://amzn.to/3VL7aIJSoil Nutrient Bio Availability à https://amzn.to/3FlSSsTFrom The Soil Up à https://amzn.to/3FlCloCThe Nature and Properties of Soil à https://amzn.to/3B2S4GCSoil Fertility and Fertilizers à https://amzn.to/3Vo67P6Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered 12 DAYS OF NUTRIENTS - DAY 1 NITROGEN, EP151
What better way to start our farming activities but with top tips in mind brought out by the A Better Way to Farm folks. Agriculture is a continuous learning process of bringing sustainable development for the future of farming. They say - your FARM, your RULES, but here in A Better Way to Farm, we believe that innovation plays a big part and soil health is of utmost importance.Please go ahead and share us with a friend and our fellow farmers. Rate us in iTunes or other platforms you’re in so we could better spread the good stuff around. We are so grateful for you all tuning in. The future of agriculture lies ahead of us!Day 1 Highlights ✨00:49 Let’s deep dive into the 16 essential crop nutrients ß01:14 Watch out for these in the next 11 sessions <<01:41 Let’s start with the Midwest Laboratories Agronomy Handbook03:19 This one’s the hardest read <<03:56 The roles of the 16 Essential Nutrients in Crop Development04:56 Hey, there is a lot of nitrogen!05:33 On soil fertility and fertilizers …06:27 What you ought to know about ammonium nitrate, NH₄NO₃07:23 Next up, ammonium phosphate & ammonium bicarbonate <08:58 So, what are the advantages and disadvantages of each one?10:59 From the book, The Western Fertilizer Handbook <11:45 What does it take for these essential bacteria to function??12:49 No, let’s look at the economics ß13:46 Again! The 4Rs <<14:36 Water quality is huge!15:36 The soil nutrient bioavailability book <16:28 Never apply nitrogen at a rate of more than 10 times the cation exchange capacity!17:42 So, what is the right rate?18:18 The Life and Energy in Agriculture <<19:03 Accordingly, nitrogen along with potash is being overused, misused, and abused20:17 According to Neal Kinsey …21:28 You have to understand this about your plant <22:08 Is it sulfur, nitrogen, or potassium?23:24 What happens if nitrogen is oversupplied?24:47 Here are several observations that unveil the big problems associated with nitrogen overuse25:27 Listen, here’s the thing <<26:59 Too much nitrogen kills these important little boogers – the mycorrhizae27:43 Another one, too much nitrogen makes your phosphorus unavailable28:39 The triad of nitrogen, phosphorus, and zinc will always better in combination than when used singularly – Schriefer30:22 Corn plant requires both kinds of nitrogen - both ammonium and nitrate31:25 Follow us – Facebook, Podcast, Tiktok, or check our Homepage!31:43 Join us in our Fundamentals of Agronomy program coming very soon!Book References (here are the links to all of the resources that can be purchased on Amazon):Hands on Agronomy à https://amzn.to/3itafyMWestern Fertilizer Handbook à https://amzn.to/3P1UGu7The Anatomy of Life and Energy in Agriculture à https://amzn.to/3VL7aIJSoil Nutrient Bio Availability à https://amzn.to/3FlSSsTFrom The Soil Up à https://amzn.to/3FlCloCThe Nature and Properties of Soil à https://amzn.to/3B2S4GCSoil Fertility and Fertilizers à https://amzn.to/3Vo67P6Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you coveredHow to Breakdown Corn Stalks, Ep150
It’s a beautiful day to share with y’all another episode of inspiring farm stories dedicated to all our avid listeners out there. The A Better Way to Farm family has always intended to find more and better ways to support our co-farmers and owners through all farm seasons, not only in farm productions and improvements but also in concrete and viable life tips and insights.Please go ahead and share us with a friend and our fellow farmers. Rate us on iTunes or other platforms you’re in so we could better spread the good stuff around. We are so appreciative of you all tuning in.Episode 150 Highlights ✨01:48 What’s with our stalk digester recipe?03:27 The 300-bushel club!04:25 There are a lot of tools out there to look at – all those shiny equipment05:22 So, how about tillage??05:53 And how does our stalk digester recipe work?07:52 Your next important step? Buy your own sprayer!08:27 You gotta keep that microbial life burning longer …09:13 Again, it’s proprietary but if you’re curious as to how it’s simple and basic for your farm then you really gotta check out THIS RECIPE <<10:39 Listen up to Preston’s final thoughts ß11:59 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!! Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered3 THINGS NO ONE TELLS YOU ABOUT APPLYING NITROGEN IN THE FALL, EP149
Today is another better day to share some helpful tips for effectively managing our farms with the Better Way community. We are excited as always today to share ideas to help expand our learning and make the most out of our crops to boost our yields. We believe that innovation plays a big part and soil health is of utmost importance. Hey, great ideas ought to be shared that is why this podcast sees to it that we give out tips we can implement little by little on our own farms. Please feel free to spread the word to your friends and fellow farmers. Please let us know how we're doing on iTunes and other platforms so that we can better spread the good news. Our appreciation goes out to all of you for tuning in.Episode 149 Highlights ✨01:00 Here are the 3 things that impact your bottom line ß01:23 Losses, losses, losses …02:02 The 2 Rs they don’t talk about <03:09 Massive losses? Why??04:08 Need some reliable data? Go look at Beck’s 1st04:36 Let’s talk about inhibitors that work <<06:04 2nd point à applying anhydrous when it's too dry or it's too wet07:04 Worse thing? Applying when it's just way too dry 07:50 Lastly, the impacts of fall-applied nitrogen on organic matter09:05 Are you doing something that's burning organic matter out?10:37 Remember, everything matters!11:16 A discovery at a farm in Manchester, Iowa <12:04 There is a lot to do with carbon management and how we do these things13:01 Join us in our Fundamentals of Agronomy program very soon!13:40 Take that profit calculator and see how you score HERE <For short-form videos, check us out on TikTok!If you do find value in what we do, please share this with a friend and give us a rating.Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered QUESTIONS YOU NEED TO ASK BEFORE APPLYING DRY BROADCAST THIS FALL, EP148
Greetings fellow farmer listeners! In honor of all our devoted listeners, we are sharing with you another episode of inspiring farm concepts this week. Since its inception, A Better Way to Farm has always strived to do more and better to support our co-farmers and owners through all of the farm seasons, not only in farm productions and improvements but also in concrete and viable life tips and insights.Go ahead and share us with a friend and our fellow farmers. Spare some time to rate us on iTunes or other platforms you’re in so we could better spread the good stuff around. It means a lot to us that you all tuned in.Episode 148 Highlights ✨01:41 … because it all boils down to the soil sample02:52 If you want to go somewhere, you got to have a destination03:46 Get that field prescription your farm needs stat!04:31 The maintenance program vs. the build program05:20 Here’s a side note for us all <<06:41 Talk about ROI? This one’s hilarious!07:58 Want to spend less dollars? Follow a system!09:08 Does your plant actually take up all those nutrients??10:45 Spread those nutrients in the correct form11:13 Let’s talk about those different forms that are plant available <12:48 A crazy aggressive approach!13:36 And here’s more math ß14:24 We need to be efficient with every hard-earned dollar we spend15:33 You need to read the fertilizer handbook from the Dry Fertilizer Institute16:25 So, do we have to fertilize every year for every crop?17:08 How about the potash side?18:36 Next point before starting a dry broadcast program…19:58 Let’s listen here to Preston’s story ß20:57 Just like the hypoxia zone in the Gulf <22:11 The Reeds from Central Nebraska!23:20 We need to talk about the lowest investment per bushel management, not per acre24:15 Only apply exactly what is needed24:34 The Pro Ag circuit is here again very soon!26:17 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!! Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered SAVE TIME AND MONEY WITH NEW EQUIPMENT, EP147
Who wouldn’t want a better farm life that runs smoothly no matter what the weather is?! Every farmer dreams of it but truth be told, challenges can knock most of our determination to dream big for our farms. Worry not because the A Better Way to Farm team is working hard to bring core tips to our hardworking farmers out there.We would appreciate it if you could share us with a friend and our fellow farmers. Rate us on iTunes or other platforms you’re on so we could better spread the good stuff around. Thank you all so much for tuning in. The future of agriculture lies ahead of us!Episode 147 Highlights ✨00:57 Let’s get to know, who is Ag Leader?02:25 Brett Buehler’s role in Ag Leader <04:03 The right sprayer for you – Right Spot ß05:01 Planters, listen well to these product lines <<05:57 Presenting, Sure Drive!07:16 Another pretty neat product -- Sure Speed09:14 The newest one – Sure Force (watch out for this one!)10:54 When it comes to the bushels per acre difference, you have to hear this <12:26 Let’s talk about steering systems applicable to each farm size <14:42 Brett’s got a pretty interesting results on his trials with various populations ...15:44 Want that beautiful ticket fence stand? Hear Brett out ß16:37 How about those tests in 30 inch rows?17:01 And the highest yielding population ...18:26 Get ahold of Brett through his Twitter account <<19:24 Ag Leader’s TikTok account <<19:37 Listeners, give us a rating please! Share us with a friend! 😉 Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast☺☺☺SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients. 💰 💰 💰Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again at the next one! 😉Missed the previous episode? We got you covered THREE THINGS TO THINK ABOUT BEFORE YOU SELL YOUR STOCKS, EP146
Today is another better day to share some helpful tips for effectively managing our farms with the Better Way community. We are excited as always today to share ideas to help expand our learning and make the most out of our crops to boost our yields. We believe that innovation plays a big part and soil health is of utmost importance. Hey, great ideas ought to be shared that is why this podcast sees to it that we give out tips we can implement little by little on our own farms. Please feel free to spread the word to your friends and fellow farmers. Please let us know how we're doing on iTunes and other platforms so that we can better spread the good news. Our appreciation goes out to all of you for tuning in.And if you’d be so kind, please rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered AGRICULTURAL INNOVATION AND TECH TRENDS TO WATCH OUT FOR IN 2023 AND BEYOND: THE FUTURE OF FARMING TECHNOLOGY, EP145
The A Better Way to Farm podcast is here! This is your channel! We are continuously looking for ways farmers can grow better crops and make more money. Our subjects are as diverse as farm equipment, soil health, essential nutrients, and Ag Tech innovations because we aim to provide you with only the best information possible. Our goal is to provide core tips geared toward building sustainable agriculture for each of our hardworking farmers out there.You are welcome to share us with your friends and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing on iTunes or other platforms you use so that we can better spread the good stuff around. You all are so appreciated for tuning in.
Episode 145 Highlights ✨00:59 Getting to know the brains behind the ultra-light aircraft, Mick ß02:18 The story and the people behind Ryse’s Ag aviation03:15 So really, why choose farming??04:28 Know what the ultra-light aircraft is and what it does for us farmers <<06:18 So far, these are the feedbacks and interest level from us farmers <06:52 Want to know more benefits from it? Listen here!08:59 Air mobility impact as compared to drones10:09 Reducing soil compaction is the biggest thing for this aircraft11:47 Ideas on where to use this aircraft most effectively in your farming operations <13:49 So, what does it feel like to fly this thing??14:24 Press that button and off you go!15:30 Is this really for every farmer?16:47 Check out its dimensions so you would know if this fits your trailer17:22 The progress since its first year of inception …19:51 Now, let’s talk about the price point <<21:24 But then, here’s the complex part ß22:59 Watch out for more tech trends, dear farmers!24:22 Like, subscribe, and leave a review for us so that we can improve the show and bring only the best content to you…Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast ☺☺☺SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients. 💰 💰 💰Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again at the next one! 😉Missed the previous episode? We got you coveredARE DRONES THE FUTURE OF FARM TECH? - EP144
It's time for A Better Way to Farm's podcast! Welcome to our channel where we continuously look for ways farmers can grow better crops and make more money. We cover a wide range of topics including farm equipment, soil health, essential nutrients, and Ag technology because we aim to provide you with the best information. We are committed to providing tips and suggestions geared toward promoting a sustainable agriculture industry to all of our hardworking farmers.Please spread the word about us with your friends, neighbors, and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing on iTunes or on other platforms you use to listen to so that we can better spread the good stuff around. We thank all of you from the bottom of our hearts.Episode 144 Highlights ✨01:06 You got to know Sam and what he does for the industry here <02:18 Here are the advantages a drone gives to your farm operations ß03:18 Tons of things you can do with your drones!04:44 So what about some side hustle here for custom work?06:20 A T30 drone? Hear its acreage in a day here <<06:46 2nd biggest thing? You need to have a really good team07:36 Watch out for the new drone coming out very soon!09:30 Trailer set up for drone work? Listen here ß10:05 Caution! Caution!10:41 For Sam’s perfect setup? It’s an open trailer11:37 Let’s talk about uniformity of coverage with the drone12:27 Here’s a deciding factor you have to consider too <13:02 Running beans or corn? Here’s a tip for you!13:55 Want to buy a drone but don’t know how to run it? Worry no more!14:58 Training is a big, big part of what Sam’s doing15:38 Reach out to Sam by phone - 41 821 0532, through their website, or their Facebook page!16:16 Drone-ready now? Use the code better way and snag some swag!16:44 Here’s what you need to know first with the licensing part <<17:26 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content, like, subscribe, & share us with a family or friend!! Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered KEYS TO MAKE SURE YOUR SOIL TESTS ARE ENSURING PROFITABILITY, EP143
Who wouldn’t want a better farm life that runs smoothly no matter what the weather is?! Every farmer dreams of it but truth be told, challenges can knock most of our determination to dream big for our farms. Worry not because the A Better Way to Farm team is working hard to bring core tips to build sustainable agriculture for each of our hardworking farmers out there.We would appreciate it if you share us with a friend and your fellow farmers. Rate us on iTunes or other platforms you’re on so we could better spread the good stuff around. Thank you all so much for tuning in. The future of agriculture lies ahead of us!Episode 143 Highlights ✨01:12 Soil sampling season is here! Do you have the right systems in place?02:52 Can you really pull down that per acre cost and still get better sampling results??04:49 Let’s go all the way back to Liebig’s Law …05:11 Let the soil test tell you specifically what you need to do06:21 Here’s what can happen when you do your own soil tests <<08:40 Consistency is huge and it starts with the sampling09:52 You got to address those limiting factors!10:22 And who wouldn’t want to have their complete guide?11:26 Ideal = Time + Effort + Work12:07 Adjustments needed to be made for your farm operations12:35 Building a more comprehensive fertility program <13:57 Be the actual owner of your own tests!14:28 Again, why does this system works really well with growers?16:49 Do you really want that shift on the fly system??17:38 So why Midwest Labs?18:56 It’s not just the recommendations that matter …20:03 The 4Rs – are you getting the right message?21:24 An independent lab for an independent crop consultant22:11 Matching resources with your yield goal is important too!23:22 Decreasing your cost of production is huge25:01 Here’s what you need to do next ß25:40 Listeners, give us a rating please! Share us with a friend! 😉Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast☺☺☺SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients. 💰 💰 💰Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again at the next one! 😉Missed the previous episode? We got you covered HOW TO MAKE SURE YOUR SOIL TESTING LAB IS ACCURATELY ANALYZING YOUR SOIL, EP 142
The A Better Way to Farm team is continually enriching our show to further serve our hardworking farmers and farm owners. Our subjects not only cover soil health but go as far as effective farm practices, farm tech, and innovation for the future of farming and of the future generations of American farmers.We'd appreciate it if you share our message with a friend or your fellow farmers. Feel free to rate us on iTunes too or any other platform you're on so we can better spread the word. Thanks so much for tuning in. Agricultural innovation lies ahead of us!Episode 142 Highlights ✨01:26 Getting to know Jim here ß02:26 Jim stayed loyal to Midwest Labs, here’s why <04:38 Ever wondered what goes behind the scenes before you get that precious data of your soil test analysis?06:21 Hitting the 20,000 mark a day already? Whoa!07:57 Bray testing vs. Mehlich testing08:45 So, here’s the thought process for that P2 test <<09:50 All these important tests for just 22 bucks? Pretty good deal!10:17 Midwest Labs take pride in their attention to detail to produce the right numbers11:03 Consistency is key!12:17 Why Midwest Labs??14:26 How about their checks and balances?18:20 Want to know more about Midwest Labs ß19:30 Take ahold of Midwest Lab’s ton of resources HERE!21:11 Watch out for Midwest Labs expansion to serve more fellow farm owners!22:36 Listeners, drop us a comment, please! Rate & share us with a family or friend! 😉 Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast☺☺☺SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients. 💰 💰 💰Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! 😉Missed the previous episode? We got you covered YOU CAN'T AFFORD TO IGNORE WHAT YOUR SOIL HAS TO TELL YOU, EP141
Starting our farming activities with the tips put together by A Better Way to Farm would be the best way to ensure a successful harvest. Bringing sustainable development to the future of farming requires continuous learning in agriculture. 'Your FARM, your RULES,' they say but our goal at A Better Way to Farm is to develop a way of farming that is innovative and focuses on soil health to produce yield increase in spite and despite.Please spread the word about us with your friends, neighbors, and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing on iTunes or on other platforms you use to listen to so that we can better spread the good stuff around. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.Episode 141 Highlights ✨01:40 The best time to get your soil samples ß02:07 A recap from last week’s episode on grid sampling02:40 Listen to Tyler’s soil testing experience <04:33 The main difference when you’re in a co-op system is …05:09 The right way to take your soil tests <<07:01 Consistency = efficient results07:35 The right resources play a big part so go check out Midwest labs08:14 What’s your tillage practice?Know the difference when it comes to fertility10:00 Are you doing the ridge till strip-till? Listen here ß11:20 Getting the right data the Better Way12:04 Remember, own your own samples!12:41 Would you like a shift on the fly kind of recommendation system? Highly recommend!13:55 Here are the 2 things you can do once you get the results back <15:26 Join the team NOW!16:18 The right way to pull that soil test on an 80-acre field without grid sampling17:58 This is what you need to look out for when soil sampling <<19:14 How to handle a problem child area23:06 Points to remember from Tyler ß24:35 Want to hear more from Tyler? Email him HERE and get your soil sampled the right way!26:30 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!! Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered THE MOST EFFECTIVE STRATEGIES FOR SOIL TESTING- TO GRID OR NOT TO GRID, EP140
The A Better Way to Farm podcast is here! It's your channel where we are looking for ways farmers can grow better crops and make more money. Our subjects are as diverse as farm equipment, soil health, essential nutrients, cover crops, and soil testing because we aim to provide you with only the best information possible. Our goal is to provide core tips geared toward building sustainable agriculture for hardworking farmers out there.Please spread the word about us with your friends, neighbors, and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing on iTunes or on other platforms you use to listen to so that we can better spread the good stuff around. We thank all of you from the bottom of our hearts.Episode 140 Highlights ✨00:49 Let's talk about grid sampling …01:26 Answer these questions first ß02:16 Better to learn from other people’s mistakes03:31 It’s always about the correct necessary micronutrients!04:34 Do the analytical work, always do your homework for your farm’s sake05:14 Because here’s the biggest problem with grid sampling <<06:25 Here’s a question for you <07:11 Consider the CEC, the organic matter, the soil chemistry, etc.07:42 Want a copy of the yield maps Rod mentioned? Email him HERE08:11 Not everyone's gonna agree on everything we say and it’s A-okay!09:21 Explore some options, try something new, and aim for the better if not the best!10:23 Mistakes = learning opportunities11:44 Remember, nothing offsets a pH!12:38 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!! Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If your family would be open to this, let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you coveredHOW TO IMPROVE SILAGE PRODUCTION IN THREE STEPS, EP139
Welcome to the A Better Way to Farm podcast! Your channel is where we spend each and every day providing solutions to farmers to grow better crops and make more money. Our subjects go as far as farm equipment, soil health, and essential nutrients, to cover crops because we only want what’s best for you and your farm. We will continue to work hard to bring core tips to build sustainable agriculture for each of our hardworking farmers out there.We would really appreciate it if you share us with a friend and your fellow farmers. Rate us in iTunes or other platforms you’re in so we could better spread the good stuff around. Thank you all so much for tuning in.Episode 139 Highlights ✨00:39 Why you need to take notes in this episode ß01:08 Studies done inside the K State Ag Department02:45 Here are some cheat sheets for you <04:00 Because brighter leaf = more tonnage04:27 On inoculating forage …06:04 Discover the key to any treatment06:57 At A Better Way to Farm, we won't always tell you what you want to hear07:44 You got to know this one truth on silage treatment <<08:26 Spend your money the right way08:50 Need a recap? Listen here <09:26 Listeners, drop us a comment please! Rate & share us with a family or friend! 😉 Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast ☺☺☺SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients. 💰 💰 💰Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again at the next one! 😉Missed the previous episode? We got you covered THE ADVANTAGE OF ANIMAL HEALTH THROUGH NUTRITION TO IMPROVE PROFITABILITY, EP138
Good morning y’all! The A Better Way to Farm team is always excited to bring you a series of interviews with real stories of triumph in farm management and powerful strategies that changed the lives of our fellow farmers. We believe great ideas ought to be shared that is why this podcast sees to it that we give out tips we can implement little by little on our own farms because we only want what’s best for you and your farm.You are welcome to share us with your friends and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing on iTunes or other platforms you use so that we can better spread the good stuff around. You all are so appreciated for tuning in.Episode 138 Highlights ✨02:47 From the northeastern part of Iowa, let’s get to know Abe …03:57 Abe’s game plan before meeting the A Better Way to Farm team04:36 Stumbling into the livestock nutrition products ergo, Fastrack <06:30 The effect was quick and impressive!07:08 Want to know the best part? Listen here <<08:20 Here’s what Fastrack has been able to do for Abe’s livestock operation09:32 Abe did the math and the numbers are absolutely crazy!11:56 Implementing the Fastrack product into the feed rations daily is super simple13:44 Fastrack microbial are the real treats for dogs too!14:51 Animal nutrition is extremely important and vital –15:47 Will Abe at any point consider trading off and stop using Fastrack?16:30 Look out for these other products Abe also uses for his calf operation ß17:32 Let’s talk about our animal’s gut health, please!18:50 Net positive returns you say? Hear this out!20:33 Abe’s golden nuggets right here <21:36 Want to find out more from Abe? Email him HERE22:39 Listeners, drop us a comment, please! Rate & share us with a family or friend! 😉Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast☺☺☺SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients. 💰 💰 💰Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! 😉Missed the previous episode? We got you covered à UNLEASHING SOIL FERTILITY TO IMPROVE WHEAT YIELDS, EP137
The A Better Way to Farm team is continually enriching our show to further serve our hardworking farmers and farm owners. Our subjects not only cover soil health but go as far as effective farm practices, farm tech, and innovation for the future of farming and of the future generations of American farmers.We'd appreciate it if you share our message with a friend or your fellow farmers. Feel free to rate us on iTunes too or any other platform you're on so we can better spread the word. Thanks so much for tuning in. Agricultural innovation lies ahead of us!Episode 137 Highlights ✨01:28 Growing wheat 15 years ago <<02:17 2010 came with changes along the way02:41 Chris’ fertility program now for his wheat03:45 From dry to liquid, Chris tells us why <04:57 And the soybean yields changed too! 05:51 What Chris learned from the test plots …06:47 You got to listen to what equipment he used for the delivery system08:11 Here’s the best thing you got to know about Chris’ preferred products09:16 500 gallons of goo?? No way!09:43 A hose instead of a tube? Hear this one out for some farm hacks ß11:46 Planning to run micros with the plants? Check how Chris does it12:29 Oklahoma’s normal plant time for wheat <<13:15 Still on the fence if wheat is for you? Listen to what Chris got to say here14:06 Listeners, drop us a comment, please! Rate & share us with a family or friend! 😉 Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast 😉😉😉SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients. 💰 💰 💰Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! 😉Missed the previous episode? We got you covered
HOW TO MAKE SURE YOUR WHEAT ISN'T HUNGRY, EP136
Welcome to the A Better Way to Farm podcast! Your channel is where we spend each and every day providing solutions to farmers to grow better crops and make more money. Our subjects go as far as farm equipment, soil and plant health, and essential nutrients, to cover crops because we only want what’s best for you and your farm. We will continue to work hard to bring core tips to build sustainable agriculture for each of our hardworking farmers out there.We would really appreciate it if you share us with a friend and your fellow farmers. Rate us on iTunes or other platforms you’re in so we could better spread the good stuff around. Thank you all so much for tuning in.Episode 136 Highlights ✨00:40 The 2nd of our wheat series today!02:24 Let’s get to know Larna of Amp’d Up Ag ß03:01 Larna’s wheat production in the past04:28 Listen to how Larna come up with their fertility plans <05:57 Coming up with an operational annual fertility program from Midwest recommendations06:28 Larna’s current system <<07:07 Doing an early fundus quilt …07:50 Foliar feeding with a fungicide pass09:03 Following the 4Rs to get that extra 15 bushels11:26 Hear out some of the difficulties in working with some retail locations when you don't have a massive operation <12:44 >> About the Amplify product14:24 An increase in test weight? Better plant health?15:31 Larna shares the possibilities!16:55 Reach out to Larna at (573) 682-7268 or check out their business page HERE <18:33 Listeners, drop us a comment please! Share us with a family or friend! 😉Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast☺☺☺SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients. 💰 💰 💰Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again at the next one! 😉Missed the previous episode? We got you covered à THE SECRETS TO PROPER WHEAT PRODUCTION AND FERTILITY: A QUICK GUIDE FOR YOUR FARM, EP135
Do you know that the A Better Way to Farm team is continually enriching our show to further serve our hardworking farmers and farm owners? Our subjects not only cover soil health but go as far as effective farm practices, farm tech, and innovation for the future of farming and of the future generations of American farmers.We'd appreciate it if you shared our message with a friend or your fellow farmers. Feel free to rate us on iTunes or any other platform you're on so we can better spread the word. Thanks so much for tuning in. Agricultural innovation lies ahead of us!Episode 135 Highlights ✨00:48 These are the things we need to get right in wheat production ß01:38 Here’s the problem with various studies found online <02:49 Can boron be really toxic??03:14 One article claimed even, "Zinc doesn't work" …04:22 Everything that happens in Ag is good for somebody. The question is who?05:13 But this was the test run by the A Better Way team <<05:54 Be very careful of drawing your conclusions -- like these!07:34 Hey, this one test in Kansas was done correctly. Here’s why <08:22 The fact about AMS ammonium sulfate09:12 Your farm doesn’t have to revolve on N-P-K only!09:42 Warning: Do not rely on biased studies!10:35 Here's a trivia question for you ß11:20 Why adequate potassium is important –12:31 3rd most important – Manganese13:36 The thing is – we need to consider a lot of different factors in wheat production15:45 Here’s what we need to do right <<16:25 Remember the most important thing in crop production – get root development17:33 If wheat is your deal, do some studying18:28 Here's how to best grow that wheat ß19:10 Listeners, drop us a comment please! Rate & share us with a family or friend! 😉 Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered HOW TO IMPROVE PLANT HEALTH: A MISSOURI FARMER REVEALS HIS SECRET TO SUCCESSFUL FOLIAR FEEDING, EP134
Today is another better day to share with the Better Way community some helpful tips for effectively managing our farms. We are excited as always today to share ideas to help expand our learning and make the most out of our crops to boost our yields. Great ideas ought to be shared that is why this podcast sees to it that we give out tips we can implement little by little on our own farms.We would appreciate it if you share us with a friend and your fellow farmers. Rate us on iTunes or other platforms you’re in so we could better spread the good stuff around. Thank you all so much for tuning in. The future of agriculture lies ahead of us!Episode 134 Highlights ✨00:52 On foliar feeding your cash crop …02:20 From farming to mining and back to farming03:02 Starting back with a head hog operation03:50 Meeting the A Better Way to Farm team <05:24 Going to the Pro Ag training with an open mind to learn new ways of farming06:45 On raising awesome crops …08:06 Travis saw the difference this year! Listen here <<09:49 Get on the right side of things10:35 Making an educated decision this time11:14 The role of Amp’d Up Ag and A Better Way to Farm moving forward12:57 Tyler on timing, 4Rs, and making smart decisions14:42 A funny story with a seed DSM intern <15:39 A farm without A Better Way to Farm?16:29 The right method to madness 10 years from now is here!17:10 A future of generational growth in American Ag19:10 Listen to Travis’s advice for all of us listening ß20:15 You can't ever save yourself into prosperity - Kip Kohler21:03 Connect with Travis <<21:45 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered HOW SUGAR IMPROVES YIELD, EP133
Starting our farming activities with the tips put together by A Better Way to Farm would be the best way to ensure a successful harvest. Bringing sustainable development to the future of farming requires continuous learning in agriculture. 'Your FARM, your RULES,' they say but our goal at A Better Way to Farm is to develop a way of farming that is innovative and focuses on soil health to produce yield increase in spite and despite.Please spread the word about us with your friends, neighbors, and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing on iTunes or on other platforms you use to listen to so that we can better spread the good stuff around. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.Episode 133 Highlights ✨01:04 Test plots with sugar? This was 30 years ago …01:45 A labor of love – sweet!02:41 Let’s dispel a myth here <<03:01 A trivia question for y’all!03:44 How does photosynthates work?04:32 It’s all about the roots!05:05 Here is what really happens when we put sugar on ß06:56 And the importance of sugar in that plant? Listen here <08:35 Always get on the right side of life!09:16 Let the plant do a better job of making the photosynthate10:07 The three different forms of sugar –10:53 Call us, text us, or better yet, follow us at A Better Way to Farm!11:19 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!! Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered KEYS TO MAKE SURE YOUR FARM IS PROFITABLE, EP 132
The A Better Way to Farm podcast is here! This is your channel! We are continuously looking for ways farmers can grow better crops and make more money. Our subjects are as diverse as farm equipment, soil health, essential nutrients, and cover crops because we aim to provide you with only the best information possible. Our goal is to provide core tips geared toward building sustainable agriculture for each of our hardworking farmers out there.You are welcome to share us with your friends and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing on iTunes or other platforms you use so that we can better spread the good stuff around. You all are so appreciated for tuning in.Episode 132 Highlights ✨00:35 Let’s go meet Adam of Northeast Iowa farm03:08 Prior to joining the team, let’s hear Adam’s impression of A Better Way to Farm03:48 Adam’s burning question for Rod ß04:47 This is what separates A Better Way to Farm from all others <<05:50 Adam’s reason for wanting the better route 06:25 Taking back the control of our farms is happiness07:22 The advantages of having a high quality food-grade product08:39 Learning from the Pro Ags everytime!11:06 The things that Adam 1st implemented during his 1st three years <12:19 The differences were very obvious!13:27 You have to hear the percentage increase Adam had after following the system15:16 So, how are those input costs with the extra 15 bushels?16:49 Without A Better Way to Farm, Adam’s plans are these ß18:07 Adam’s final words of wisdom for y’all18:28 Like, subscribe, and leave a review for us so that we can improve the show and bring only the best content to you…Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast☺☺☺SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! 😉
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients. 💰 💰 💰Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again at the next one! 😉Missed the previous episode? We got you coveredTHE IMPORTANCE OF FUNDAMENTALS TO GROW YOUR FARM PROFITS, EP131
Today is another better day to share with the Better Way community some helpful tips for effectively managing our farms. We are excited as always today to share ideas to help expand our learning and make the most out of our crops to boost our yields. We believe that innovation plays a big part and soil health is of utmost importance. Hey, great ideas ought to be shared that is why this podcast sees to it that we give out tips we can implement little by little on our own farms. Please go ahead and share us with a friend and our fellow farmers. Rate us on iTunes or other platforms you’re in so we could better spread the good stuff around. We are so appreciative of you all tuning in.Episode 131 Highlights ✨01:15 Amazing things are gonna come out!01:50 Read the book of Proverbs – just 1 chapter each day02:41 A no-no for farmers? Farm magazines X03:33 Here is why <<04:21 Here’s a real eye-opener ß05:13 Listen to why fundamentals win the game05:49 You better listen to our 12 days of nutrients – TikTok summer edition06:22 It’s just like teaching Sunday school07:00 Bugs in a jug can be okay – only in certain circumstances08:03 Life is really simple, guys!08:35 Remember, all of the different micros interact with the macros and the secondaries09:22 Keep in mind - potassium chloride is creating problems!09:51 Need more proof? Listen to this podcast with Dr. Mulvaney <11:12 The importance of mycorrhizal fungi –12:06 Before buying any product, always go back to the fundamentals13:03 Before arguing, always look first for a better way13:52 The power of the right 4 Rs …15:06 Still, we believe there is a middle of the road here16:08 Look at the other nutrients first –16:55 Everything you need to re-discover is in the Fundamentals of Agronomy program17:40 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content, like, subscribe, & share us with a family or friend!! Find us on Youtube and TikTok!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered USING COVER CROPS & SOIL FERTILITY TO MINIMIZE WEED PRESSURE, EP130
It's time for A Better Way to Farm's podcast! Welcome to our channel where we continuously look for ways farmers can grow better crops and make more money. We cover a wide range of topics including farm equipment, soil health, essential nutrients, and managing drought season because we aim to provide you with the best information. We are committed to providing tips and suggestions geared toward promoting a sustainable agriculture industry to all of our hardworking farmers.Please spread the word about us with your friends, neighbors, and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing on iTunes or on other platforms you use to listen to so that we can better spread the good stuff around. We thank all of you from the bottom of our hearts.Episode 130 Highlights ✨01:51 First off, let’s get to know Rick Meyers <<03:29 His unique discovery of A Better Way to Farm04:13 Rick’s first year doing cover crops ß06:08 The difference with the A Better Way to farm system!07:07 Finding a better path with cover crops …08:33 Sticking with cover crops with efficient systems in place this time around09:30 Severe issues with water hemp are ugh!10:55 Reduced herbicide passes help increase profitability too!12:14 Working with the best agronomy team in the nation!13:39 Planning to push through cover crops this year? Listen to Rick here <<15:41 The best thing the A Better Way to Farm team can offer us is …16:49 How important is it to look at the soil sampling side of things?17:36 Where else can we make more money? Hmm-hmm…18:52 Here’s Rick’s advice for today ß19:29 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content, like, subscribe, & share us with a family or friend!!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered 5 WAYS TO MAKE SURE YOUR FARM IS AS EFFICIENT AS POSSIBLE, EP129
Greetings fellow farmer listeners! In honor of all our devoted listeners, we are sharing with you another episode of inspiring farm concepts this week. Since its inception, A Better Way to Farm has always strived to do more and better to support our co-farmers and owners through all of the farm seasons, not only in farm productions and improvements but also in concrete and viable life tips and insights.Go ahead and share us with a friend and our fellow farmers. Spare some time to rate us on ITunes or other platforms you’re in so we could better spread the good stuff around. It means a lot to us that you all tuned in.Episode 129 Highlights ✨00:48 Let’s talk about personal development!01:32 Foundational, you say? But is it easier done?02:24 How do we stop the cycle??03:57 This is the plan we all need to have <<04:37 Just get 1% better every day!05:15 Do the hard work now!06:50 Do not make things harder than it is07:27 Would you rather fight than switch too?08:14 Do not be quick to say no. Take a good, long, hard look at new ideas. Who knows?!09:26 Heard of the old story of the boiling frog?11:08 Be uncomfortable with the amount of growth and not the other way around11:38 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!! Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered A COMPLETE GUIDE TO PRODUCING QUALITY FORAGE, EP128
The A Better Way to Farm podcast is here! It's your channel where we are looking for ways farmers can grow better crops and make more money. Our subjects are as diverse as farm equipment, soil health, essential nutrients, and cover crops because we aim to provide you with only the best information possible. Our goal is to provide core tips geared toward building sustainable agriculture for each of our hardworking farmers out there.Please spread the word about us with your friends, neighbors, and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing on iTunes or on other platforms you use to listen to so that we can better spread the good stuff around. We thank all of you from the bottom of our hearts.Episode 128 Highlights ✨00:51 Welcome to Riverside, Iowa’s forage field day!01:55 First off, putting up quality hay02:39 Things that we lose if we miss the fundamentals in hay production –03:23 Dry down? Leaf retention? Forage quality? Listen here!04:20 What really happens when we use Inoculate <<05:43 Another advantage you say? Check this out!06:17 The right kind of fertilization07:06 Want to get to the interesting part of today’s field day? Hear this!08:11 Why equipment can be a big problem <<09:29 A better substitute for propionic acid09:57 Always take the better choice!11:12 Let us help you with dry down leaf retention, keeping that bale cooler, and having an overall better forage…11:24 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!! Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micronutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you coveredIMPROVE YOUR DROUGHT TOLERANCE BY LISTENING TO WHAT YOUR SOIL HAS TO SAY, EP127
Wishing you all a wonderful day! No matter what the season is, we at A Better Way to Farm are always excited to share with our loyal listeners serious tips and tricks for managing our farms. It is our belief that better decisions will eventually lead to higher yields. Providing all hardworking farmers with knowledge geared towards promoting a sustainable agriculture industry is important to us.If you would like to spread the word to your friends and fellow farmers, please do so. Could you please let us know how we're doing on iTunes and other platforms so that we can better spread the word? Thank you for tuning in. We appreciate your support.Episode 127 Highlights ✨00:46 All this talk about being drought-resistant or drought-tolerant …01:14 The A Better Way to Farm approach on drought01:59 The correct way of doing things vs. the improper way02:37 The soil test results <<03:50 Giving the plant a good fighting chance05:30 The flash drought!06:37 Coming to the fundamentals of agronomy training, at last!07:46 Jim’s agronomist said what’s expected08:21 Remember, what's normal for an area is a choice!10:09 Jim’s corn comparison with the other’s fields11:36 A corn that’s shutting down or one that’s hanging on amidst the drought?13:28 It all boils down to what everybody did beforehand14:22 Hindsight = 20/2015:49 Jim’s invitation to attend the Pro Ag programs17:19 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!! Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you coveredHOW A BUSY INDIANA FARMER FOUND PROVEN WAYS TO INCREASE YIELD AND PROFIT, EP126
I hope you are doing well! It's always exciting for A Better Way to Farm team to bring you interviews that focus on stories of farmers who have triumphed in successful farm management and made a real difference in their lives. We think it is important to share great ideas with others, which is why this podcast provides advice that we can all implement little by little on our farms, as we want only what's best for you.Please feel free to spread the word to your friends and fellow farmers. Please let us know how we're doing on iTunes and other platforms so that we can better spread the good news. Our appreciation goes out to all of you for tuning in.Episode 126 Highlights ✨01:55 First off, let’s get to know Jeff here <<03:08 Jeff’s quest to find something better for his farm04:41 Discovering the A Better Way to Farm podcast, 12 years after ❤06:03 Sending the notes to his fertilizer guy …07:14 The podcast messages that woke Jeff’s passion for change!08:58 Jeff’s turning point after his convo with Rod ß09:48 His first year with the products10:29 The steps he took to heart11:05 The soil test recommendations like never before12:30 Adopting the system of A Better Way to Farm is pretty easy13:44 Jeff’s visual results says it all!14:56 Seeing the neighbour’s plants and appreciating yours is huge!16:44 It’s not just about dumping in a bunch of money but addressing the limiting factors17:53 Hear the best advice you can get from a fresher perspective <<19:19 Just give it a fair shake before you turn it down, folks!20:21 There is always a better way!20:50 An invitation to attend our Pro Ag programs21:04 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered FOLLOWING A PROVEN SYSTEM AND FINDING THE RIGHT MIX FOR OUR FARMS, EP125
Good morning y’all! The A Better Way to Farm team is always excited to bring you series of interviews with real stories of triumph in farm management and powerful strategies that changed the lives of our fellow farmers. We believe great ideas ought to be shared that is why this podcast sees to it that we give out tips we can implement little by little on our own farms because we only want what’s best for you and your farm.You are welcome to share us with your friends and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing on iTunes or other platforms you use so that we can better spread the good stuff around. You all are so appreciated for tuning in.Episode 125 Highlights ✨01:43 Know more about Brad Darling here ß03:56 The story before A Better Way to Farm stepped in04:52 What’s wrong with the old program?06:31 The day he decided to make the necessary changes his farm needs07:40 An invitation to attend our Pro Ag programs09:23 After the Pro Ag meeting, this is what happened <<11:17 You have to hear the reason why these products work better with our farm equipment!12:57 Do not fight the system for it to work14:43 After making the switch, amazing results are only what Brad had for his farm16:14 Feed the crop what it needs! Take it from Tyler17:29 Is it quality of the product vs. results?17:45 Again, take care of your plants all season18:47 Why work with the A Better Way to Farm team?19:44 Need more reasons to make the change? Listen here ß21:03 Brad’s final advice for you dear listeners and fellow planters22:03 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you coveredFINDING BETTER WAYS TO MANAGE THE SOIL FOR IMPROVED CROP YIELDS, EP124
We hope all of you are having a great day! We at A Better Way to Farm is always looking forward to sharing with our loyal listeners serious hacks in managing our farms in whatever season we may be in. We believe that better decisions lead to better yields over time. We are committed to providing knowledge geared toward promoting a sustainable agriculture industry to all of our hardworking farmers.Feel welcome to share us with your friends, families, and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing on iTunes or any other platforms you use so that we can better spread the good stuff around. We are so appreciative of you all tuning in.Episode 124 Highlights ✨00:41 Let’s welcome for the 2nd time, Andrew Moore from the A Better Way to Farm team!02:02 What’s Andrew’s farm like?04:34 The decision to join the A Better Way to Farm team07:38 The program that drew Andrew to better their forage production biz08:29 At the end of the day, here’s what’s the most important <<10:23 A mindset shift …11:30 The light bulbs just came ON for Andrew’s dad!12:43 Great results and effects after a short, few years 14:34 Amazing testimonials from some of Andrew’s clients – let’s hear them15:42 Another success story here ß16:52 Andrew’s vision for A Better Way to Farm down the road18:55 Let’s hear Tyler’s own success story!21:02 Andrew’s message for all our curious listeners out there22:51 An invitation to attend our Pro Ag programs23:33 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!! Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you coveredLEVEL UP YOUR FOLIAR APPLICATION THIS YEAR: IMPORTANT TIPS FROM NCGA'S YIELD CHAMPION, JERRY COX (PART 3 OF 4), EP123
Greetings fellow farmer listeners! In honor of all our devoted listeners, we are sharing with you another episode of inspiring farm stories this week. Since its inception, A Better Way to Farm has always strived to do more and better to support our co-farmers and owners through all of the farm seasons, not only in farm productions and improvements but also in concrete and viable life tips and insights.Go ahead and share us with a friend and our fellow farmers. Spare some time to rate us on ITunes or other platforms you’re in so we could better spread the good stuff around. It means a lot to us that you all tuned in.Episode 123 Highlights ✨01:52 Jerry’s 22nd season with A Better Way to Farm – the backstory03:59 Following the right way – and only the right way!04:33 The first foliar feeding experience06:03 The right timing, the right pressure, and the right product too!07:17 Here comes the 2nd time to foliar feed08:08 The third application – with the Feast XL08:29 And now, the results of the 1st year trial ...10:15 Why a lower rate?10:55 The product of choice!13:16 Today, Jerry’s foliar feeding 100% of his acres!14:12 Jerry’s practical advice if you’re considering foliar feeding ß15:21 Again, how important is it to attend the 2-day fundamentals of agronomy training?15:51 To do or not to do??16:39 Join us in the upcoming Fundamentals of Agronomy program17:00 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!! Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you coveredGET TO KNOW A BETTER WAY TO FARM, EP122
It’s a beautiful day to share with y’all another episode of inspiring farm stories dedicated to all our avid listeners out there. The A Better Way to Farm family has always intended to find more and better ways to support our co-farmers and owners through all farm seasons, not only in farm productions and improvements but also in concrete and viable life tips and insights.Please go ahead and share us with a friend and our fellow farmers. Rate us on ITunes or other platforms you’re in so we could better spread the good stuff around. We are so appreciative for you all tuning in.Episode 122 Highlights ✨02:02 Getting to know the man behind A Better Way to Farm!04:09 So, where does all the passion come from every day?06:16 Waking up early every day is bliss for Rod, what?!07:13 How is it working with everybody across the entire United States?08:53 Who needs a degree when you’re hungry to learn and are driven by the passion to help??11:12 Marketing around the key buzzwords in the industry nowadays12:23 Learning about the real 4Rs is critical!13:21 Watch out for our future podcast episode on carbon credits14:25 What sets the fundamentals of agronomy training program apart? Listen here!16:32 Be in control of your decision-making process!18:01 Keeping and working with the absolute monsters in the yield game19:59 What's that thing that we could do to really help take that soil to that next level?20:59 Knowing the right system and building the right foundation is key!22:56 Dealing with the “haters” on social media (e.g. TikTok)25:01 At any time of the year, here’s what Rod recommends27:08 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!! Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things! Watch out for our YouTube vids coming very soon!!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️ ☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you coveredSUCCESSFUL FOLIAR FEEDING AND THE 4RS - RIGHT SOURCE, RIGHT RATE, RIGHT TIME, AND RIGHT PLACE (PART 2 OF 4), EP121
We hope all of you are having a great day! We at A Better Way to Farm is always looking forward to sharing with our loyal listeners serious hacks in managing our farms in whatever season we may be in. We believe that better decisions lead to better yields over time. We are committed to providing knowledge geared toward promoting a sustainable agriculture industry to all of our hardworking farmers.Feel welcome to share us with your friends, families, and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing on iTunes or any other platforms you use so that we can better spread the good stuff around. We are so appreciative for you all tuning in.Episode 121 Highlights ✨00:51 Done with tissue testing? Here’s the next step ß 02:11 Frightful myths you can find in the internet xxx03:01 Why we need to use the right method …04:21 A nanometer is what??05:23 à The Right source06:21 >>>>>>>>>> A QUICK REMINDER FROM ROD <<<<<<<<<<<<06:56 à The Right rate07:32 What we want when we're spraying chemicals08:22 What do we got to do?10:00 à The Right time10:44 Join our next agronomy training!11:29 à The Right place12:08 = THE RIGHT RESULTS12:56 Tune in to our next episode, with Jerry Cox!13:34 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!! Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things! Watch out for our YouTube vids coming very soon!!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in-depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you covered TISSUE TESTING TELLS THE STORY: TAKING CARE OF HIDDEN HUNGER AND IMPROVING PLANT HEALTH (PART 1 OF 4), EP120
Welcome to today’s episode! We love to share with you helpful tips for effectively managing our farms and we are excited as always to share ideas to help expand our learning and make the most out of our crops to boost our yields. We are committed to providing knowledge geared toward promoting a sustainable agriculture industry to all of our hardworking farmers. Only the best information for you guys!You are welcome to share us with your friends and fellow farmers. Let us know how we are doing on iTunes or other platforms you use so that we can better spread the good stuff around. You all are so appreciated for tuning in.Episode 120 Highlights ✨00:58 Why tissue test??02:08 Yeah, let’s talk about the white elephant in the room …02:54 Soil testing vs. plant tissue analysis03:26 This 2022, what can you do to get another 10% on your yield?04:19 What are we wanting to see on a tissue test?04:43 Wisdom is learning from someone else's experience, so learn here!06:34 Problem spot or problem field? Tissue testing is the key!07:35 >>>>>>>>>> A QUICK REMINDER FROM ROD <<<<<<<<<<<<08:28 Violating the 4 Rs xxx09:22 Our recommendations …10:39 So, how do we go about it?11:19 Do not do this if you don’t want false information to lead you to bad decisions12:21 Now, this is where our method changes12:46 In soybeans …13:04 In sorghum …13:25 Midwest Labs Agronomy Handbook – thumbs up!14:18 Tackle and block better!15:11 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!! Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode!
Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you coveredHOW TO CREATE A FERTILITY PLAN FOR EXACTLY WHAT YOUR FARM NEEDS, EP119
Today is another better day to share with the Better Way community some helpful tips for effectively managing our farms. We are excited as always today to share ideas to help expand our learning and make the most out of our crops to boost our yields. Great ideas ought to be shared that is why this podcast sees to it that we give out tips we can implement little by little on our own farms.We would appreciate it if you share us with a friend and your fellow farmers. Rate us on iTunes or other platforms you’re in so we could better spread the good stuff around. Thank you all so much for tuning in. The future of agriculture lies ahead of us!Episode 119 Highlights ✨01:15 A quick personal story about Jay02:37 What caught Jay’s attention is THIS!03:19 The tests that opened his eyes04:14 Why we need the Fundamentals of Agronomy training05:09 His biggest benefit – the micros!06:41 >>>>>>>>>> A QUICK REMINDER FROM ROD <<<<<<<<<<<<07:31 Jay’s favorite products might be yours too!08:38 A cute little story on Jay’s increased yields 10:32 Looking back to Rod’s 12 Nutrients of Christmas episodes12:17 Look at Jay’s planting percentages for corn and soybeans and why13:22 Be ahead of everybody else! Join our community!14:24 Pull those tests NOW! Let us help …14:49 Kindly rate us a 5 ✨, review our content & share us with a family or friend!! Find us on TikTok for more entertaining things!Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. If you liked listening to this episode, follow us, tune in and share the good news of A Better Way to Farm Podcast.SUBSCRIBE to ensure you’ll never miss an episode! Meet A Better Way to Farm 💚We’re a multi-generational family business based in Iowa working with farmers across the US. We take a hands-on approach using in depth soil testing, making recommendations down to ounces per acre of micro nutrients.Doing this helps our clients to become more profitable. If this is something your family would be open to, then let’s talk. ➡ ➡ ☎️☎️ ☎️ … or call/ text us at 6 4 1 9 1 9 1 2 0 6.Power starts with knowledge. For more golden nuggets, follow us on Facebook.Take a look at some profitability ideas HERE!Happy listening! We’ll accompany you again to the next one! Missed the previous episode? We got you coveredDETERMINING THE KEY STEPS AND DYNAMICS THAT FAMILY FARMS NEED TO ACHIEVE BETTER YIELDS, EP118
This episode will be tackling a topic very close to our hearts and that is, running a family farm right. Jim who is a grower in Southern Illinois farms with his family and he was able to make a decision on pretty significant changes for this year after following A Better Way to Farm for some time. Come and listen to what he has to share with us, Tune in NOW …
So today is a special one because we have with us a grower from Southwest Iowa, Preston Grobe. He’s one of the OGs on the A Better Way to Farm team who consults on tens of thousands of crop acres across American farms. He will be sharing with us some proven methods or technology and also insights on the years of work dedicated with A Better Way to Farm team. Stick up, let’s dig in and learn! 😉
Today we have a special episode where we again share valuable hacks for your farm to maintain a system of farming that not only would help increase farm outputs but also saves you time in the long run. We are joined today by a successful young farmer, Jake who’s going to talk about his farming program that made him break through the 300 bushel yield barrier, also with the help of his favourite product! Let’s go, tune in and listen! 😉
Our episode today is a part of another series where we’re going to be talking all things about row crops and forage productions and on focus now is alfalfa management. Today we have a good friend Brandon, who runs the national research farm out in Nebraska and has a lot of hands-on experience in taking effective products and making them work for his farm. So let’s go right in and listen to one of the industry experts in the field!
This episode now is a part of another series where we’re going to be talking all things about row crops and forage productions and we’ll be focusing on the alfalfa. On today, we have Delmar Yoder who has been doing his system for over 20 years and has worked with growers to get a really good stand with their alfalfas. So let’s go right in and listen to one of the industry experts in the field!
This episode now is a start of another series and this time we’re going to be talking all things about row crops and forage productions and we’ll be focusing on the alfalfa. On today, we have Steve Heath who has been in the industry for over 20 years and has worked with growers from all across the United States. So let’s go right in and listen to the industry expert himself!
Now for this episode, we have a returning guest and friend, Dr. Richard Mulvaney. Having been repeatedly requested by the listeners, Dr. Mulvaney once again will share with us his latest studies and discoveries which will greatly help us in better managing our farms especially with the rising prices for input costs. So let’s go right in and listen to his breadth of wisdom.
This episode is part of the drought series we’re having where a lot of discoveries are still ahead of you because we are bringing you more information to manage droughts and drive better soil health long term. We are joined today by grower from Southwest Iowa, Jason Rold who’s going to share how he managed through the drought. Let’s go, tune in and listen!
For this episode series, we will be sitting down with a few of our growers that have successfully managed through drought seasons. Do you actually know that this obstacle can well be managed at some point? A good soil nutrition program is crucial. Let’s listen to their stories. For this episode, we have Bryan Schlueter also from a Minnesota farm. Let’s see what we can readily apply in our farms to also maximize our farm’s profitability and yield potential beyond drought season. Let’s go, tune in and listen! 😉
In the coming episodes, we will be sitting down with a few of our growers that have successfully managed through a drought. Do you know that this obstacle can actually be managed at some point? Proper soil nutrition is key! Let’s listen to their stories. For this episode, we have Mike from South Eastern Minnesota farm. Let’s see what we can readily apply in our farms to also maximize our farm’s profitability and yield potential beyond drought season. Let’s go, tune in and listen! 😉
Today, we are going to know the basic guidelines we should keep in mind when purchasing our fertilizers. Jonathan Goddard from Conklin will discuss the various effects each type gives to our soil and plants. Are they doing what’s best for our farm? Discover the advantages of choosing high-grade fertilizers over all others. The secret lies within, so let’s go listen in … 😉
Today we have a record podcast in the making! We are joined by NCGA yield contest winner, Brant Voss from Dexter, Iowa to share with us his secrets of success in the farming industry. He is going to reveal some of his farming practice and accomplishments in his farm operations and the reason to his determination to win the NCGA yield contest. Let’s see what we can readily apply in our farms to also maximize our farm’s profitability and yield potential. Let’s go, tune in and listen! 😉
What we have today is a special episode where we get to hear insights from the 25-time yield champion and one of Missouri's top soybean crops grower, Jerry Cox. Here he gets to share the six things that he has learned from doing the yield contest. Jerry has this list and we are going to explore each of these lessons to see what we can readily apply in our farms to maximize our farm’s profitability and yield potential. Let’s go, tune in and listen! 😉
We are excited to bring you another insightful episode on cover crops! Here we will provide you with more information about cover crops to drive better soil health long term. We have been joined today by Robin Kellen, a grower from West Central Minnesota who grows corn and soybeans and has been using a cover crop system after careful research and he’s going to share with us how he made the system work in his side of the world. Let’s go, tune in and listen! 😉
This is another special episode where a lot of discoveries are still ahead of you because we are bringing you more information for cover crops usage to drive better soil health long term. We are joined today by a cover crops expert from Central Illinois, Brad Zimmerman who’s going to talk about the benefits of including cover crops and crop rotation in your farming system. Let’s go, tune in and listen! 😉
For this special episode, a lot of discoveries are ahead of you because we are bringing you part 1 of our coverage for cover crops usage for better soil health long term. We are joined by a no-till farmer from Central Ohio, Nathan Brause who’s going to expound more on the benefits of including cover crops and crop rotation in your farming system. Let’s go, tune in and listen! 😉
So today, we are graced with a great deal of an interview with the President of the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA), Mr. Chris Edgington. With troubles arising in the fertilizer industry and the outrageous cost that comes along with it, Chris is going to dive deep into the factors so let’s go tune in and listen! 😉
On this episode, Rod is going to walk us through the importance of knowing the right way to efficiently manage your organic matter and discover how to get on the right side of things and eventually develop better health for your soil. Are you ready to learn? Let’s go! Tune in and listen! 😉
Now, this episode is going to be another surprise to all of us as we dive into Victor’s story on how he made a difference on his farm views and trust his gut to make the changes he needs to grow his farm amidst dry season and moving forward his future plans. Come on and let’s go right in … 😉
"I haven't bought dry fertilizer for 10 years. I haven't spread lime in over 10 years."
"IT LOOKS LIKE IT'S GOING TO BE A CHALLENGING YEAR. WE'RE GOING TO HAVE TO MAKE EVERYTHING WE DO, COUNT."
"GET THE SOIL SAMPLES AND GET AN IN-ROW PROGRAM TOGETHER. IT'S NOT A ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL."
"A solid analytical soil test lets us take our dollars per acre and distribute them better."
This episode is going to prepare us guys in our jumpstart for another year of a productive farming and we are going to make sure that next year, we are all going to be doing what is best for us and our farm. These resolutions are the ones we ought to keep and remember by heart moving forward. So, let’s go right in … 😉
Now, we are finally on the 12th day special of a 12-day feature on the 12 days of nutrients and we are as excited to share not only about macros and micros in the upcoming episodes but will continue to delve deep into agricultural science, some proven methods or technology and see how it can help grow well our crops. Stick up to the last of this series, and listen, learn and apply! Zinc is today's highlight, so let's dig in … 😉
Now, we are finally on the 11th day special of a 12-day feature on the 12 days of nutrients and we are as excited to share not only about macros and micros but are going to delve deep into agricultural science, proven methods and see how it can help grow well our crops. You better be sticking to this series, listen, learn, and apply! Today’s spotlight goes to Moly and Chlorine so come, let’s go right in … 😉
Now, we are on the 10th day special of a 12-day feature on the 12 days of nutrients and we are as excited to share not only about macros and micros but are going to delve deep into agricultural science, proven methods and see how it can help grow well our crops. You better be sticking to this series, listen, learn, and apply! It is Manganese day so, let’s go right in … 😉
Our 12-day series focuses on the 12 days of nutrients and we are so excited to share not only about macros and micros but are going to delve deep into agricultural science and what it can do to better our yields. You shouldn’t miss this series, so listen, learn, and apply! It’s Day 9 today and we are going to deal with all things related to Iron! Let’s go … 😉
Our 12-day series will focus on the 12 days of nutrients and we are so excited to share not only about macros and micros but are going to delve deep into agricultural science and what it can do for our row crops. This series better not be missed, so listen, learn, and apply! It’s the 8th day today and Copper day has arrived!. Let’s go right in … 😉
Now, we are on the 7th day special of a 12-day feature on the 12 days of nutrients and we are as excited to share not only about macros and micros but are going to delve deep into agricultural science and what it can do for our crops. You better be sticking to this series, listen, learn, and apply! It is Boron day so, let’s go right in … 😉
Our 12-day series focuses on the 12 days of nutrients and we are so excited to share not only about macros and micros but are going to delve deep into agricultural science and what it can do to better our yields. You shouldn’t miss this series, so listen, learn, and apply! It’s the 6th day already and we are going to deal with all things related to Sulfur this time! Let’s go … 😉
Our 12-day series focuses on the 12 days of nutrients and we are so excited to share not only about macros and micros but are going to delve deep into agricultural science and what it can do to better our yields. You shouldn’t miss this series, so listen, learn, and apply! It’s the 5th day today and we are going to deal with all things related to Magnesium! Let’s go … 😉
Our 12-day series will focus on the 12 days of nutrients and we are so excited to share not only about macros and micros but are going to delve deep into agricultural science and what it can do to better our yields. This series better not be missed, so listen, learn, and apply! 4th day today and we are about to explore on Calcium! Let’s go … 😉
Our 12-day series will focus on the 12 nutrients of Christmas and we are so excited to share not only about macros and micros but are going to delve deep into agricultural science and what it can do for our row crops. This series better not be missed, so listen, learn, and apply! It’s the 3rd day today and Potassium day has arrived!. Let’s go right in … 😉
Now, we are about to bring you special 12-day features on the 12 nutrients of Christmas and we are as excited to share not only about micros but are going to delve deep into agricultural science and what it can do for our crops. You better be sticking to this series, listen, learn, and apply! Listen up because today is Phosphorus day. Let’s go right in … 😉
Now, we are about to bring you special 12-day features on the 12 nutrients of Christmas and we are as excited to share not only about micros but are going to delve deep into agricultural science and what it can do for our crops. You better be sticking to this series, listen, learn, and apply! First up, N-I-T-R-O-G-E-N. So, let’s go right in … 😉
This episode is going to be a little bit new for some of our fellow farmers in terms of effective application strategies for fungicides and herbicides using the latest innovation techniques and that is through the use of sprayer drones. Taylor is going to walk us through the process and the benefits it could open up to most of us in our farms. So, let’s go right in … 😉
This episode is a real treat because we are spending some time getting to know one of the three Peterson farm brothers, Greg Peterson. You will hear all about the farm side of things of the Peterson Bros and how their journey to being advocates for agriculture started and the inspiration from which it was founded. So, let’s go right in … 😉
Now, we are excited because Rod is going to share with us the profitable farming formula. Yes, there is one. Keep in mind that if we do things right, we should be able to reap its benefits in due time. So, Rod is going to expound it on this episode, so let us exchange a few of our thoughts on this subject. Be ready to listen and Rod will impart notable points we need to consider. Let’s go right in … 😉
Today we are sharing with you another bonus episode of farm hacks for all our dedicated listeners. The A Better Way to Farm family has always aimed to find more and better ways to support our co-farmers and owners through all farm seasons, not only in farm productions and improvements but also in concrete and viable life tips and insights.
This episode is another special one as Andy, a grower from Northeast Iowa, shares a lot of his stories on his journey to having better yields even with a little uncertainty while beginning to take the better route. But he knew he needs to try something different and that’s when the A Better Way to Farm team helped him take off.
Listen well to this episode and then decide what would do better for your farm! Taking note of the proven systems offered from this interview will allow our farm to grow in a more efficient and effective manner. So tune in, and let's get right to it! 😉 😉 😉
And today we have one of our farm experts, Nick Hunt who will share with us ways in which we can set up our planter for liquid fertilizer from a grower’s standpoint. He also has worked with other growers to help them get set-up. Be open to listening, and then decide what's best for your farm! Taking note of the techniques offered from this interview will allow our farm to grow in a more efficient and effective manner. So tune in, and let's get right to it! 😉 😉 😉
So, today we have Gage of Schaffert Manufacturing who will share with us several options when setting up a planter for in furrow starter, especially the needed equipment which will get you started easier.
For this week’s valued conversation, Matt is going to share with us his valuable tips when it comes to setting up your equipment that won’t break the bank for your starter fertilizer. This might just be what you need to decide on making that change sooner than later.
This time, we are going to know more about Boron and how it does its magic in our soils. Keep in mind that if we do things right, we should be able to reap its benefits in due time. Let us exchange a few of our thoughts on this topic, so be ready to listen and Rod will impart a thing or two on this subject. Let’s go right in … 😉 😉 😉
For this week’s inspiring conversation, let our guest tell you a thing or two on his journey towards a promising future of their next generation’s farmers. Are you willing to make the same changes he made to turn the wheels around and grow his farm to ultimately enjoy his goal to have more time for the family whilst producing profits?
Now, there have been some talks about Sulfur lately so for those of you who have just deliberated on it recently, welcome to the party! Let us exchange a few of our thoughts on this topic, so be ready to listen and we hope to impart a thing or two on this subject. Let’s go right in … 😉 😉 😉
In this episode, Tyler meets Tyler, the grower who never lets limiting factors get in the way of a good harvest and greater yields. His quest led him to meet A Better Way to Farm and discover the Conklin strategies to learn better farming practices together with his father, uncle and cousin.
Now, have you heard or watched the movie, “Groundhog Day”? If yes, let us exchange a few ideas after and if not, be ready to listen and learn a thing or two from the movie that we can all apply in life and in our farms. Let’s go right in and gain better ways to make our farm management skills better each season… 😉 😉 😉
Today, we are going to discover a lot of possibilities through listening to inspiring farm stories of Andrew, before and after meeting A Better Way to Farm and working side by side with Rod. Be ready to listen and discern what’s best for your farm! Let’s join Karen and take note of some practices which may apply to boost your farm’s growth. Come on, tune in! 😉 😉 😉
In this episode, we are going to discuss things that are really important to pay attention to. 2022 is fast approaching and we all wanted to be ready for all possibilities and put ourselves in the best position even when faced with a crisis. Be ready to listen and learn again! Let’s go right in and note better ways to prepare our farm’s input strategies for next year. Tune in! 😉 😉 😉
This week’s episode is full of eye-opening insights on the one essential process that most farmers discount, the soil test. Do you really have a true, good soil test by definition or have you been tricked by your dealer? Be ready to listen and learn again! Let’s go right in and gain better ways to make our soil management skills better each time. Come on, tune in! 😉 😉 😉
In today’s episode, Rod has a lot to share on the proper management of organic matter in your soil. And this especially points out to humus, in particular. What are the facts we need to uncover? Be ready to listen and learn again! Let’s go right in and gain better ways to make our soil management skills better this time. Come and join us! 😉 😉 😉
We are very blessed and proud to have with us in this episode the stars of the show, The Crush, Lee and Tiffany Lakosky, to share with us not only their passion for hunting but also their family’s journey, amusing stories, and their competitive advantage to realizing their goals one by one.
Today is another episode of practical tips for all our committed listeners over time. The A Better Way to Farm family has always been here to find better ways to support our co-farmers and owners even through the good and the bad times, not only in farm productions but also in concrete farm tips and life hacks.
Today is another better day to share with the Better Way community some helpful tips in effectively managing our farms. We are excited as always today to share ideas to help expand our learning and make the most out of our crops to boost our yields. Great ideas ought to be shared that is why this podcast sees to it that we give out tips we can implement little by little on our own farms.
We are pumped to share with you a bonus episode on productivity tips to all our loyal listeners out there. The A Better Way to Farm family is always on the lookout for all the better ways we can support our farm productions throughout the year.
So today, be ready to listen and learn once more! Let’s go right in and gain real and better ways indeed to make our farm yields A-okay all year round… 😉 😉 😉
We are so excited to share with you today another episode of practical tips for all our dedicated listeners over time. The A Better Way to Farm family has always aimed to find better ways to support our co-farmers and owners even through good and bad times, not only in farm productions but also in concrete tips and life hacks.
Greetings Better Way farmers! This week is going to be another week to go and learn some more ways to improve our farm yields. It is an honour for this podcast to be able to impart values in managing your farm. For that, we are grateful.
This episode is going to guide us in finding the perfect formulation for your farming needs and operations. We are going to delve deeper now on choosing the right formulation for your starter fertilizer. So be ready to listen and take notes. Let’s go! 😉 😉 😉
Howdy Better Way farmers? We are excited as always today to share ideas to help expand our learning and make the most out of our crops and boost our yields. Great ideas ought to be shared that is why this podcast sees to it that we give out tips we can easily implement little by little on our own farms.
We are as excited to share with you another episode of productivity tips to all our dedicated listeners over time. The A Better Way to Farm family has always aimed to find better ways to support our farm productions even through good and bad times. So if you do like what you hear in this podcast, go ahead and share us with a friend and fellow farmers. Rate us in ITunes so we could better spread the good stuff around, and so we appreciate you all tuning in.
It’s exciting to share with you another episode of productivity tips to all our loyal listeners out there. The A Better Way to Farm family have always looked out for all the better ways we can support our farm productions through good and bad times.
We are so excited to share with you another episode of productivity tips to all our loyal listeners out there. The A Better Way to Farm family have always looked out for all the better ways we can support our farm productions through good and bad times.
So, be ready to listen and learn! Let’s go right in and earn better ways indeed to make our farm yields A-okay all the time… 😉 😉 😉
We are so excited to share another episode of productivity tips to all our loyal listeners out there. The A Better Way to Farm family have always looked out for all the better ways we can support our farm productions through good and bad times. So now we are going to look into foliar feeding and all the ways we can use it to our advantage.
Here at A Better Way to Farm, we are always excited to share some ideas to help our Better Way farmers make the most out of their crops and boost their yields. Today, we are going to take a closer look at Boron. Have you taken a good look at your soil tests and see how deficient it is of Boron? But what does Boron exactly do for our farms? How is it important? This episode is going to open up new ways to maximize the use of Boron, pre or post-application. Are you ready to listen and take notes?
As another productive week lies ahead, we at A Better Way to Farm are continually looking for ways to push those yields for all our Better Way farmers. It is no different as we lay down the foundational steps to get ready for that post emerge pass with chemicals, especially if you’re using glyphosate.
Join us in this telling episode to understand other gainful ways to run our farms… 😉 😉 😉
It’s another productive week ahead of us Better Way folks! We are now taking a closer look on fungicides. There are a few things that have to be considered before stripping it. Are we going with what’s already proven? If you do prefer that then let's get right into this episode-full of tips on applying fungicides during the best stages and time, to push our yields.
So, come and join Rod in this enlightening episode and learn more on profitable ways to run our farms… 😉 😉 😉
Rod is going to lead us in this episode on the benefits of being ready still despite late planting. These are very helpful points to consider when we want our crops to mature faster in time.
Tune in as Rod teaches us important lessons in handling late planting scenarios. Come on, let’s hear and learn in this quick series of episodes on advanced tutorials in managing our farms, the Better Way…
We are going to start the week right by discussing sometimes fail to recognize, that is our relationships. We are going to shift from agronomy because if we are doing great things, if we're not investing time in our relationships, it could be of questionable worth.
Tune in as Rod teaches us important life lessons not only in handling our farms but also in ways to nurture our relationships. Come on, let’s hear and learn in this quick episode of modern-day lessons on doing things the Better Way… 😉
It’s another week to learn and grow the Better Way! Rod will help us this episode to realize what real essence of graduation is. Are you looking back to the end of an era or are you looking forward to accomplish more?
Listen and tune in as he teaches us in properly laying out commencement exercises as a way to plan future activities and programs that will yield us better results in our farms and our future. Let’s hear and learn in this episode of modern-day lessons on better ways to manage our farms
Rod will give us a chance to reflect on the tremendous difference a farmer can make if he just thinks differently. We get distracted sometimes, and we drift further down the river if we don't work to improve. Do you let yourself slip out on the sidelines? Tune in as Rod teaches us how to properly plan for success of 2022 even with all the disturbance that COVID left for us to tend. So, let's continue this conversation in another episode of eye-opening lessons on better ways to manage our farms… 😉
Going back to the previous episode we had on PURPOSE, when pursuing agriculture, is your purpose etched in your hearts so much so that you continue to heed on your calling?
Today, we are going to talk about a subject that is also tied with the one above and that is PASSION. Kayla will be teaching us a thing or two about passion and how we can integrate this in our vocation as better farm owners and continue to move forward with grit and determination.
Today, Rod will be tackling on a deeper dive through each of our life’s purposes. With this in mind, the greater good should be at the heart of all our actions. When you are experiencing life's challenges, always remind yourself of who you are. You should never be distracted by anything except your true purpose. And yes, this also stays true even in running our own farms.
Now, let's continue this conversation on another episode of eye-opening lessons on better ways to run our farms… 😉
In every situation in life, changes are inevitable but when should we know that it has to come from us, and why? This is one question that Rod will speak of in this episode of A Better Way to Farm. He will be sharing with us his 5 Rules for Life that gives valuable lessons we can openly apply to the management of our farms.
So, come and join Rod on a further episode of eye-opening messages about running farms in a more rational manner and adapting to the changing environment… 😉
In today’s episode, Rod will talk about getting onto the better side of things amidst the storm that we as farm owners have gotten due to a variety of reasons. When it seems that everything is in short supply, how are we to handle these supply chain challenges, you say. This is where the value of Preparing comes in, our Better Way folks!
So, come and join Rod in this valuable episode where he talks about sensible ways to run our farms and defeat procrastination… 😉
It’s another time of the year to go to the field and we just have to share these implementable ideas in this episode to make a difference in your farm’s profitability. As Beck’s have been doing practical farm research on farm products, they have always been honest in publishing the results, as they are not funded at all. They test these on 5 different locations. And so, hear what they have to say on these very helpful farm goods that may just make the difference for you, fellow Better Way farmers!
We are going to go a little bit into current concerns of the unavailability of fertilizers, which consequently affected pricing structures. We are reminded Better Way farmers, that things happen and is no time to panic because every storm cloud has a silver lining. There will always be available alternatives and this is what we are going to tackle about in this episode. So, come and join Rod in this enlightening episode to learn more on efficient ways to run our farms especially during these trying times.
An honor to be able to pick brains with the 25-time yield champion, Jerry Cox. We're primarily going to focus on corn and soybeans but the principles you’re going to get may also work with the other crops we have. We are also talk in substance about foliar feeding and how to make it work in our farms. All these contributes in ways we can further increase farm yield and profitability which we aspire for our farms. Come and join us episode and know on better ways to run our farms!
For today’s episode, Tyler and Nick will accompany us to tackle on continuing efforts for growing and building a lasting farm legacy for all family farms especially with the help of the AgroVantage System. We are also burrowing for farm owners to be able to join our ProAG events as their goal to develop a foundation of education and information in agriculture that will secure the future of agriculture communities. Come on, join us in this fun episode and be up-to-date on better ways to run our farms!
Today, we are going to hear about the vitality of continued training in agriculture especially in growing our farms. From agronomy to soil tests, to better agricultural products, let us dig deeper into its applications down the road with Tyler. Come on, join us in this episode and be informed on better ways to run our farms!
Today, the last part of the 4-part series on profitable farming, we’ll dive into fungicides, insecticides, and foliar feeding. We can never emphasize more in this episode the very importance of getting the right product at the right rate at the right time and at the right stage (the 4Rs). Otherwise, we’d really hurt ourselves. Now let’s get into the details. Let’s go! Tune in and listen!
The 3rd of the 4-part series is a gem we should be listening to as Rod talks about other micronutrients and spraying practices we should note when it comes to profit farming. Again, we’ll walk you through the steps you need to know to get there. Are you ready to learn? Let’s go! Tune in and listen!
On this 2nd of a 4-part episodes, Rod will teach us the many benefits of using AMPLIFY-D and WEX! Amongst other farm products, research has shown creditable data to support these claims. Let us be reminded that when faced with adverse decisions, never be afraid to ask your WHY?? Also, in this episode you’re going to know more about X-CYTO. Do you really want to increase your yields? Get ready to hear the “Rod Challenge”! Let’s go! Tune in and listen!
Today’s 1st episode of a 4-part series, Rod will get on the right side of profitable farming amidst the gloom and doom in every industry in America. We just have to get on the right start. Because most likely, in everything, one can end like they start so we have to figure out how to get on the right foot. And for this, we’ll walk you through the steps you need to know to get there. Are you ready to learn? Let’s go! Tune in and listen!
On today’s special episode, it is our honour to welcome Jim Schwartz to the podcast! Born and raised in Indiana, after graduating from Purdue University, he has dedicated 36 productive years to agriculture and the seed industry. Currently, he serves as the director of research, agronomy, and PFR (practical farm research) for Beck’s Seed. We are as excited as you guys to discuss the importance of research with Jim so come, tune in and listen!
On today’s episode, Tyler and Nick quizzes Bryce Hunt of Hunt Farms on when he got his first interest in agriculture especially when he started his YouTube channel to promote agriculture. Pretty amazing that he developed the passion at a very tender age of 5, and now at only 9 years old, he gets to share his fun farm stories, vision, and future business goals with us. Come, tune in and listen!
Dr. Mulvaney and Rod will burrow into how we can manage Nitrogen better to transform our farm soils and its fertility. We started on a recommendation made years ago on the amount of Nitrogen needed for every bushel of corn where Dr. Mulvaney narrated an account of when and how the 1.2 theory has been made including the assumption it’s based on. It is our great pleasure to learn from him! Come, tune in and listen!
With the recent ongoing hot topic on Potassium, we are going to dig deeper, the importance of building the right soil levels, the plants’ major role in releasing potassium in between the clay layers, and soil mining. Remarkably, some of you listeners might have the same shift of faith as Dr. Mulvaney had when he discovered things tracing back issues on the nutrient mobility and availability. You’ll definitely want hear about this issue and surely come in handy to taking better care of your farm soils.
Starting 2021 right, Kayla came up with a couple of ideas to impart insightful farm advice to listeners who would like to start out with just the right farming lessons straight from the authority himself, Rod Livesay. Tune in, listen, and have a grasp of farm wisdom from the man who also learned some things the hard way. This could also be the one mistake you wouldn’t want your farm to live through.
Rod tells us how to make sure we're giving our plants every advantage so the Grinch can't sneak by and steal our profits.
Is the Grinch stealing your profits through peer pressure? Rod tells us how we can tell on day 9 of How the Grinch Stole Profits Christmas special.
Don't let the Grinch keep you focused on making excuses for your farm based on your soil type. Rod tells us how to get past our soils' problems.
The Grinch doesn't want you to pay attention to how much you are spending per acre so he can steal your profits. Rod tells us what we need to look out for on this Christmas special of A Better Way to Farm.
Rod tells us how the Grinch can use micronutrients to steal you profits on day 7 of How the Grinch Stole Profits Christmas special.
Can the Grinch steal profit by telling us to apply our lime right now? Rod gives us the answer in this special Christmas episode of How the Grinch Stole Profit.
The Grinch steals profits by telling us half-truths. Rod tells us what those half-truths are on day 4 of How the Grinch Stole Profit Christmas Special.
Rod tells us how the Grinch can steal profit through co-ops and mergers and getting rid of competition.
Don't let the Grinch steal your profits through farming magazines. Profit comes from knowledge.
Every farmer down in Farmerville liked farming a lot, but the Grinch who lives north of Farmerville did not. The Grinch hated profits, the whole growing season. Now, please don't ask why, no one quite knows the reason.
Kayla and Rod introduce a twelve day Christmas special, How the Grinch Stole Profit.
Tyler interviews Corey about how the power of your story can bring in extra income all while helping out fellow farmers.
In part 2 of his interview, Tyler talks to Matt about ProAg trainings, tailor-made programs, and why the best first step is soil testing.
In part 1 of his interview, Tyler talks to Matt about the evolution of their family farms through the generations and how a recent drought has affected their farming.
A better way to farm starts with the farmer. Rod walks us through books, seminars, podcasts, and daily habits to help set you up for success personally and professionally.
Tyler interviews Mason on how he achieved a 70 bushel increase when he switched from dry broadcast to a liquid system.
Tyler interviews team member, Kelly. He provides insightful tips on ensuring your foliar feeding is successful and why tissue testing and soil samples are the essential first steps in the process to a better way to farm.
Preston, one of the first members to join the A Better Way to Farm team, tells us how he found Rod and the Conklin Company and why he went searching in the first place.
Kayla interviews her father, Rod, about the moments he learned the life lessons that now make up their family values and drive the A Better Way to Farm business.
Kayla interviews her father, Rod, about the moments he learned the life lessons that now make up their family values and drive the A Better Way to Farm business.
If side dressing is your method of choice this season, learn what red flag sales phrases to watch out for and why Rod suggests using nitrogen, sulfur, and boron.
One important thing to think about before you spray is if yellow flash is costing you money. Purdue has found that co-applying manganese with your glyphosate will produce a 2-15 bushel yield. Hear what Rod has to say.
Rod talks us through what we should be doing for our plants to help nurse them back to health after a hail storm. If your plants have more than just stem left, there is still hope.
Nic and Tyler add personal experiences and testimonies to Rod's commentary on in season N from episode 51.
Rod shares a few quick and simple tips about moisture and foliar feeding to help you have a successful hay season.
Tyler and Nick interview Rod on his beginnings in agriculture and the growth of A Better Way to Farm.
A panel of youth made up of 20-somethings Kayla, Jacob, Matthew, and Bree, give their insight on young leaders and the role they play in agriculture.
Tune in to hear Tyler Hall, CCA, continue his conversation with Sam from Pennsylvania. Sam explains how focusing on soil health and micronutrients transformed his farm average.
Tune in as Tyler Hall, CCA, chats with Sam a client from Pennsylvania about how they raised there farm average from 92-130 BPA by being open to doing things differently.
Tune in to hear field agronomist Tyler Hall CCA as he interviews a client from Northwest Iowa Nic Hunt. Nic's family grows primarily silage and this year they set a new personal best for their crops.
Nic shares why the choose to be "A Better Way to Farmers", how they utilized a full system approach to increase yield and profits in 2019.
Be sure to discover the 1 product increased their root mass drastically.
Can In Season N Save Your Farm Money? Tune in today to discover how you can save yourself some serious money in the upcoming season.
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On the farm there is always two choices to make on which is the better option at the time. Tune in today to discover which is the correct choice to make.
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Today we discuss how everything that happens in Ag is good for someone..the question is who?
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If you're producing silage there are many tips and trick to ensure you get the best quality possible. Join us today to discover the secrets to getting the most feed value possible.
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Sometimes we get questions about what does something cost per ton, how much is DAP per ton? Maybe we break it down and say, how much is it per acre? The fact of the matter is we get to pricing things by the ton or by the acre and those are really not relevant numbers. The number that's relevant today in van Buren County, Iowa is $3 and 32 cents. That's the only number that matters in corn production.
Hey guys, rod here at a better way to farm and we are super excited to be dropping this podcast with you. I just had some ideas I've been thinking about roll around for a long time. We hope you vote - however it's not in the sense you may think!
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Join us today to get a peak behind the curtain at one of our field days.
Want to chat? Give Rod a call at 641-919-1206.
Join us today to get a peak behind the curtain at one of our field days.
Want to chat? Give Rod a call at 641-919-1206.
Welcome to the show. We did a make over of the 12 days of Nutrients that we do every year in December. We hope the bring you great value!
Today we bring everything together.
Want to talk? Call Rod @ 641-919-1206
If you'd like to check the books mentioned out you can grab them from our aff link on Amazon - https://amzn.to/2PgyGLp, https://amzn.to/2LcLC4U
Welcome to the show. We did a make over of the 12 days of Nutrients that we do every year in December. We hope the bring you great value!
Today we bring everything together.
Want to talk? Call Rod @ 641-919-1206
If you'd like to check the books mentioned out you can grab them from our aff link on Amazon - https://amzn.to/2PgyGLp, https://amzn.to/2LcLC4U
Welcome to the show. We did a make over of the 12 days of Nutrients that we do every year in December. We hope the bring you great value!
Today we discuss Zinc.
Want to talk? Call Rod @ 641-919-1206
If you'd like to check the books mentioned out you can grab them from our aff link on Amazon - https://amzn.to/2PgyGLp, https://amzn.to/2LcLC4U