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Farm4Profit Podcast
Hosted by David Whitaker, Corey Hillebo, Tanner Winterhof · EN
Our mission is to provide farms and operators an independent and unbiased outlet for information related to increasing the profitability of their farming operation. We will be providing farms and operators of all sizes and experience levels access to the latest trends, projections, and the tools necessary to increase farming profitability. We will take each episode to deliver latest news, what's working for active farms, and a topic of focus each episode. Remember, if you aren't farming for profit you won't be farming for long.
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Tucker Brown : How Their Ranch has Survived 130 Years
Mar 2600:52:54Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we sit down with Tucker Brown, a 6th-generation rancher from R.A. Brown Ranch in North Texas, an operation that’s been running since 1895. But this isn’t just a story about history — it’s about evolution. Tucker shares how their family has successfully blended tradition, technology, and storytelling to stay relevant and profitable in today’s cattle industry. We dive into: • The history of R.A. Brown Ranch and how it survived tough times • The role previous generations played in building a lasting operation • What a successful generational transition actually looks like • How seedstock genetics and data-driven decisions drive profitability • The use of DNA, EPDs, IVF, and embryo transfer in modern ranching • Managing over 1,000 registered cows across multiple breeds • The business behind selling 800+ bulls annually • Sustainable ranching practices and pasture management • How Tucker is using social media and podcasting to advocate for agriculture • Bridging the gap between consumers and ranchers through storytelling We also talk about the importance of faith, family, and leadership in building something that lasts beyond a single generation. Tucker’s perspective highlights a powerful truth: The operations that survive aren’t just good at production — they’re great at adapting, communicating, and thinking long-term. Whether you’re running cattle, crops, or building a business, this episode is packed with insights on how to create something that stands the test of time. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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A New Way to Fight Corn Rootworm : The Planter Box Product Turning Heads
Mar 2500:15:22Tap to summarizeVisit www.agxplore.com In this What’s Working in Ag segment, Corey gets a chance to run the show and sits down with the team at AgX to talk about a new planter box biological seed treatment that’s creating buzz in corn production. The conversation centers around Grow Pack CT, a corn-focused planter box treatment built to support early plant development, nutrient uptake, and season-long root protection. If you’ve ever battled corn rootworm or worried about the cost and complexity of in-furrow insecticide systems, this segment is worth your time. Corey talks with Gunther and Pat about: • What makes this new treatment different from traditional planter box products • How it builds off the success of Grow Pack AI • Why this version is specifically designed for corn • How biologicals can support nutrient solubilization and plant health • What role it may play in helping repel corn rootworm • Why it could fit especially well in conventional corn systems • The simplicity of adding it without special equipment • Real-world observations from on-farm use and root digs They also cover why this matters financially. With margins tight, input decisions matter more than ever. This product is positioned as a low-cost addition compared to many traditional insecticide systems — while still aiming to provide season-long support. For growers looking for practical tools that are easy to use and worth trialing, this segment highlights one more thing that might be working in ag right now. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Could It Now Be Easier for Organic Crops to Contribute to Your Profitability?
Mar 2301:00:28Tap to summarizeOrganic farming isn’t the hard part.The paperwork is. Visit quickorganics.com to learn more! In this episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we sit down with the team behind Quick Organics — a platform built by farmers who experienced firsthand just how complicated organic certification can be. After developing one of the most organized farm systems inspectors had ever seen, they realized something:the problem wasn’t the farmers — it was the system. So they built a better one. We dive into: • Why organic certification feels overwhelming (even for experienced farmers) • The real problem with Organic System Plans (OSPs) • Why the current system is compared to “every CPA having different tax forms” • How farmers are wasting time on unnecessary documentation • The biggest mistakes ag software companies make (and why farmers stop using them) • What makes technology actually stick on the farm • How Quick Organics simplifies year-round certification tracking • Why traceability and digital records will matter even more in the future We also explore how simplifying certification doesn’t just save time — it creates better decision-making, stronger records, and long-term farm value. Because at the end of the day, farmers don’t want to be data entry clerks. They want to farm. And the operations that win in the future will be the ones that can prove what they’re doing — without drowning in paperwork. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Farming With Your Daughter: The Pendleton Family
Mar 1900:44:09Tap to summarizeFamily farms often talk about succession. The Pendletons are living it. - brought you to by Amrbook. Learn more at www.ambrook.com In this Farm4Fun episode, we sit down with Kevin and Amanda Pendleton, a father-daughter duo farming 1,200 acres of corn and soybeans in Northwest Indiana while also running a successful crop insurance and risk management business. Kevin is a third-generation farmer with 37 years of farming experience and more than three decades in crop insurance. After his father retired in 2023, Kevin stepped fully into the role of managing and operating the family farm, focusing heavily on financials, ROI, and maximizing profitability per acre. Amanda represents the fourth generation, graduating from Purdue University in 2025 with a degree in Agronomy. While she grew up around the farm, it was the pandemic that gave her the chance to work alongside her dad daily, ultimately leading her to pursue agriculture professionally. Now the two are working side-by-side, balancing: • A row crop operation • A crop insurance agency • Risk management consulting for other farmers 💻 Farm Financials & Ambrook In the second half of the episode, we also talk about how tools like Ambrook are helping farmers better track their finances, organize records, and make clearer business decisions. Because if you don’t know your numbers, it’s almost impossible to manage risk, understand profitability, or build a long-term strategy. 👑 Fun Moments We also get into some fun conversation about Amanda’s experience being crowned Miss Tippecanoe County 4-H Queen in 2021, and how that journey helped build confidence and leadership skills that carry into agriculture today. This episode is a great look at generational farming, family partnerships, and the financial mindset needed to succeed in modern agriculture. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Faster Financial Decisions with FBN Finance
Mar 1800:10:32Tap to summarizeWhen land becomes available — whether for purchase or rent — farmers often have to make decisions quickly. But making the wrong decision on a parcel can cost years of profitability. In this What’s Working in Ag segment, Tanner sits down with Daniel English, General Manager of FBN Financial, to talk about tools that help farmers evaluate land opportunities faster and make smarter financial decisions. Daniel has been with Farmers Business Network (FBN) for more than eight years and oversees the company’s lending, brokerage, and risk management groups. We discuss AcreVision, a digital tool designed to help farmers evaluate potential farmland quickly by providing insights such as: • Cropping history • Percent of tillable acres • Soil types and productivity • Field-level data to support fast decision-making Instead of relying solely on coffee shop rumors or secondhand information, farmers can quickly verify whether a piece of land fits their operation and budget. We also talk about how FBN Finance helps streamline the lending process with: • Digital pre-qualification tools • Experienced loan advisors with 15+ years in ag finance • Faster approval timelines • Flexible loan structures tailored to farm operations The conversation also touches on current interest rate trends and how refinancing opportunities could help farmers reduce borrowing costs. With tighter margins across agriculture, lowering interest costs can be one of the few financial decisions that directly improves the bottom line without adding risk. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Spray Tank Mistakes Costing Farmers Thousands
Mar 1600:50:09Tap to summarizeFarmers spend countless hours choosing the right herbicide, the right rate, and the right timing. But what if the biggest factor in spray performance is something most growers never test? The water in the tank. In this episode of Farm4Profit, we sit down with AGX to discuss how water quality and adjuvants impact herbicide performance — and why many spray failures have nothing to do with resistance or product choice. Because the reality is, You’re mostly spraying water, not chemical. And if that water isn’t conditioned properly, your herbicide may be neutralized before it even reaches the weed. We break down the chemistry happening inside the spray tank. 💧 Why Water Quality Matters • Roughly 90–95% of your spray tank is water • Many growers have never tested their spray water • Hard water minerals like calcium and magnesium can bind with herbicides like glyphosate • Once herbicide binds to these ions, the reaction cannot be reversed ⚗️ What Happens in the Spray Tank • What “hard water” actually means • How calcium and magnesium deactivate herbicides • Why spray water pH matters • What alkaline hydrolysis is and why it can degrade chemistry quickly • Why herbicide effectiveness can decline while you’re driving to the field 🧪 The Correct Mixing Order Many spray issues come from simply mixing products in the wrong order. The correct order should be: Water Water conditioner / AMS / buffering agent Herbicides Surfactants or crop oils Drift reduction products If herbicide goes into bad water first, it can bind immediately and lose effectiveness. 🌱 Understanding Adjuvants • What adjuvants actually do • The difference between surfactants, oils, buffers, and water conditioners • Why glyphosate specifically requires conditioning • The role of ammonium sulfate (AMS) • Why dry AMS sometimes fails to solve the problem 💰 The Economics of Water Conditioning We also compare the real costs: • The cheap cost of conditioning water • The expense of re-spraying fields • The yield loss from surviving weeds And we discuss an uncomfortable truth: Some weeds labeled as “resistant” may actually be survivors of poor spray applications caused by water chemistry. Proper adjuvant use and water conditioning can improve herbicide performance, reduce re-sprays, and potentially lower overall chemical usage. Sometimes the cheapest yield protection available isn’t another chemical. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Climb Cringe Mountain: This Couple Is Building a Cattle Operation From Nothing
Mar 1200:56:32Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Farm4Profit, we sit down with Lauryn and Colin Pinkston, a young couple from Lexington, Kentucky, who are building Pinkston Cattle Company while balancing off-farm careers and a rapidly growing social media following. What makes their story unique is that neither of them grew up directly involved in production agriculture. Lauryn grew up riding horses with family ties to the Kentucky racehorse industry, while Colin spent time helping friends on local tobacco farms before developing a deeper interest in cattle production. After getting married in October 2024, the couple planned to build their first farm from the ground up. But when the right opportunity appeared, they made a bold move — purchasing a farm and downsizing their home to make the operation work. Today they’re renovating the property while growing a commercial cattle and hay business. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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BRIDGE Payments, Farm Bill Plans & The Future of USDA Tech
Mar 1100:15:52Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Farm4Profit, we sit down with Richard Fordyce, Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation, for a timely conversation about federal policy and what it means for American producers. 💰 BRIDGE Payment Application Process • What producers need to know • How to apply • Key deadlines and considerations • How this support fits into today’s margin environment 💻 Moving USDA into the Modern Century • Online acreage reporting • Technology upgrades within FSA and USDA • Reducing paperwork and improving efficiency • What modernization means for producers at the county office level 🌎 Global & Trade Landscape • The upcoming meeting between the U.S. President and China’s President • What trade discussions could mean for U.S. agriculture • The global backdrop farmers should be watching 📜 The Farm Bill Outlook • Priorities under Secretary Brooke Rollins • What’s realistic in the coming year • How the department is approaching policy in a tight fiscal and political climate • What producers should prepare for heading into 2026 Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Early-Planted Soybeans Are Winning : How Does This Change Your Weed Control?
Mar 900:34:29Tap to summarizeMore farmers across the Midwest are pushing planting dates earlier in the season to capture longer growing seasons, improved yield potential, and better crop development. In this episode of Farm4Profit, we sit down with Eric Sherder from Corteva to talk about why early soybean planting is gaining momentum and how new genetics and herbicide systems are helping farmers manage the risks. We discuss: 🌱 Why Early Soybean Planting Works • Longer growing seasons and higher yield potential • How long summer days improve plant development • The impact on pod formation and seed fill • Avoiding late-season stress from heat and drought • Regional considerations and soil conditions ⚠️ Managing the Risks • Cold stress concerns when planting early • Early-season diseases and pest pressure • Insects and nematodes that can threaten early stands • Strategies farmers use to protect young soybean plants 🧪 The Role of Seed Treatments • How treatments help protect against early-season diseases • Improving emergence and stand establishment in cool soils • Reducing later-season pest pressure • Saving time and reducing the need for additional crop protection passes 🌿 Enlist® Soybean Technology • What makes the Enlist® system different from conventional soybean platforms • Herbicide flexibility with 2,4-D choline, glyphosate, and glufosinate • Multiple modes of action to tackle tougher weed challenges • Extended application windows from pre-plant through post-emergence • How Enlist soybeans fit into modern integrated weed management programs Learn more at https://www.corteva.com/us/products-and-solutions/crop-protection/soybean-herbicides-portfolio.html Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Lampley Brothers : From Funny Farm Memes to The Reality of Building a Farm
Mar 500:49:37Tap to summarizeNot every farm starts with generational wealth. Not every farmer gets to farm full-time. In this episode of Farm4Profit, we sit down with Jesse and Alex — the Lampley Brothers, Middle Tennessee farmers who are building their operation the hard way. They raise: • Beef cattle • Hay • Row crops And they do it while maintaining full-time off-farm careers. What started in 2021 as funny, relatable farm memes quickly grew into a serious social media presence across Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube — connecting with tens of thousands of farmers who see themselves in the grind. 🐂 The Operation • How they split responsibilities • What their cow-calf program looks like • How they make breeding and genetics decisions • What crops and hay they’re growing • Fertility strategy and soil health approach • Equipment decisions — repair vs. replace • What technology has actually improved efficiency • The numbers they track most closely • How they budget operating expenses year over year 🕔 Farming With Full-Time Jobs • Why off-farm income has been necessary • The reality of balancing careers, husbands, fathers, and farmers • What happens when an off-farm job disappears • Advice for young producers growing their farm after hours 📱 Social Media & Brand Growth • Why they decided to hit “post” in 2021 • Why humor and relatability win • Which platform surprised them most • How they balance comedy with the real stress of agriculture • Their long-term vision for Lampley Brothers Farming This episode hits home for a lot of producers. Because the truth is, many modern farms are built in the evenings. On weekends. With sweat equity. The Lampley Brothers represent a new wave of agriculture — hardworking, transparent, and willing to show both the wins and the struggle. If you’ve ever farmed after punching a time clock… this one’s for you. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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