245: The Most Profitable Farms Spend 33-% Less Per Acre

May 1, 2024 • 9 MIN

Today Rod discusses strategic fertilizer management and the role it plays in farm profitability. He shares research that reveals what the most profitable farms are spending on fertilizer. Rod uncovers a startling truth: top-performing farms are spending significantly less on fertilizer! Join us as we unpack the common blunders of overapplying nitrogen and discuss the nuanced relationship between nitrogen rates and crop yield. Tune in for these insights on cost-effective crop management and more, as we aim to help your farm achieve sustainable profitability.

244: Resources to Help You Grow Healthier Crops (and combat SCN & Tar Spot)

April 29, 2024 • 18 MIN

Unlock the secrets to combat soybean cyst nematode and tar spot, as we share expert-led strategies that can protect your crops and increase your yields. This episode brings you the latest on how to fight against the relentless spread of SCN and how cytokinins, a plant growth regulator, can revolutionize your approach. Discover how strengthening your plants can make them less susceptible to these pests, and offering actionable insights to keep these diseases at bay. Today, you will learn the game- changers for your soil and crop vitality.

243: Should Nitrogen Be Applied With Sugar

April 22, 2024 • 14 MIN

In this episode, Tyler talks about combining sugar with nitrogen in your farming operation. He highlights the role of sugar as a carbohydrate source when applied with nitrogen, particularly for pre-emergent applications. This thought-provoking discussion is not just about nutrient management but also about respecting each farmer's unique decision-making process. Tune in to discover innovative farming practices that could up your game in crop nutrition and soil health.

242: The Playbook for High Yield Wheat

April 15, 2024 • 34 MIN

Unlock the secrets of growing better wheat with Chris, an Oklahoma farmer as he reveals the innovative techniques their farm has used in transforming soil health and yields. He shares the art of optimizing wheat production. This episode is rich with stories of accidental experiments, innovation, and the unwavering goal of leaving the land richer for the coming generations.

241: A Powerful Story of An Illinois Farmer Who Is Taking His Yield To the Next Level

April 8, 2024 • 19 MIN

Join us as we sit down with Greg from Central Illinois, who shares his story of embracing innovative strategies for enhancing crop yields and promoting sustainability. Listen in as Greg details the challenges he faced with soil types and unpredictable weather, his past fertility practices, and the plateau in yields that led him to seek out new solutions.

240: Is Banding Better Than Broadcast?

April 1, 2024 • 18 MIN

Unlock the secrets to maximizing yield with a deep dive into spring nutrient application. Our discussion sheds light on the various factors that can make or break your crop's success, such as soil type, moisture levels, and the delicate balance required when working with products like anhydrous ammonia. As we navigate the changing landscape of agriculture, this episode aims to ignite a spark in growers, encouraging a rethink of fertilization strategies for optimal yields.

239: How to Get the Most Out of Your Rented Acres

March 25, 2024 • 13 MIN

Today Rod covers the ins and outs of managing newly acquired rented farmland. Listen in as we tackle the challenge of optimizing soil fertility, sharing our best strategies for dealing with high or low pH levels. We will examine the pitfalls of fertility programs that may not yield the expected results, emphasizing the need for efficiency on your rented land. Get ready to boost your yield after listening to this podcast.

238: What Your Retailer Doesn't Want You To Know About Micronutrients?

March 18, 2024 • 27 MIN

Today Tyler and Rod tackle misconceptions around micronutrients that farmers face. We dissect common misconceptions in ag retail and stress the importance of a well-rounded nutritional balance for crops. This episode highlights the impact of comprehensive soil testing and strategic management of farm inputs to enhance profitability. The A Better Way to Farm team is ready to help serve your farm, so just reach out! We are dedicated to empowering farmers with knowledge, ensuring they reap the rewards of their hard work.

237: How A South Dakota Farmer Increased His Yields?

March 11, 2024 • 22 MIN

Join us today as we sit down with Scott, a farmer and Certified Crop Advisor from Chamberlain, South Dakota. We explore the intricate world of wheat production and his journey from working at a co-op to returning to his roots as a full-time farmer. Today, Scott shares insights on how working with the A Better Way to Farm program has increased his wheat yields and profitability. Tune in as we share the secrets to maximizing wheat yield through a focus on plant health. We’re challenging the status quo and changing the mindset about wheat as a secondary crop can lead to significant improvements in both productivity and financial returns. Don't miss out on this conversation, and an optimistic view on the untapped potential of higher managed wheat.

236: Can Using an Adjuvant Help Make Your Chemical Program More Efficient?

March 4, 2024 • 31 MIN

Join us as we discuss the shifts of herbicide use on our farms, with a spotlight on the EPA's recent regulatory changes concerning dicamba and BASF's launch of a new herbicide. Tyler and Rod offer their insights, criticizing the trend of repackaging old chemicals as new solutions and highlighting the essential role of weather conditions in product performance. This timely discussion also sheds light on the herbicide classification chart. This episode not only addresses the cost per gallon but also focuses on cost- effectiveness per acre, reinforcing the value of returning to proven agricultural practices and offering hope and actionable solutions in the face of dicamba changes.

235: How To Get The Most Out of Your Soil

February 26, 2024 • 22 MIN

Unlock the secrets of soil health and give your crops the upper hand with micronutrients. This episode promises to change the way you manage your farm's soil. We take a deep dive into the game-changers that are often overlooked. Learn how to tweak the soil’s nutritional balance to amplify natural plant hormones, leading to a surge in farm productivity that's both sustainable and profitable. Join us for an episode that will help you decide if bugs in a jug are a worthwhile investment for your farm.

234: Strategies A Wisconsin Farmer Used to Increase Yield

February 19, 2024 • 14 MIN

Listen in as Dan, a forward-thinking grower from Wisconsin, joins us to share his journey with A Better Way to Farm. This discussion unveils the pivotal shifts Dan made moving away from traditional co-op fertility practices to incorporating innovative farming techniques and inputs. This conversation shines a light on the power of education and being open to new ideas, which can dramatically enhance farm productivity and profitability. Join us for this eye-opening episode where Dan's story may just inspire you to start something new on your own farming practices.

233: Is Fall Applied Anhydrous Costing You Yield?

February 12, 2024 • 12 MIN

Today Tyler is covering the critical nutrient of nitrogen. We’re covering Nitrogen management. Discover why cutting back on nitrogen applications doesn't have to mean sacrificing yields. As farmers, we are constantly adapting to rising costs, and this episode sheds light on efficient strategies that don't just save you money, but also improve crop yields. Don't miss this discussion to guide you through enhancing your nitrogen efficiency and optimizing your farming strategies for a more profitable future.

232: Helpful Hints for Spray Drones

February 5, 2024 • 15 MIN

Join us as we share tips to make your spray drones more efficient. We unveil the pivotal role adjuvants play in enhancing the performance of herbicides, fungicides, and foliar fertilizers. Chris, with his hands-on experience on his own farm, shares invaluable insights into using concentrated adjuvants for low volume spraying. Brian adds depth with his knowledge from custom application work, collectively guiding growers on utilizing spray drone technology to its fullest potential for improved crop yields and profitability. We shed light on the importance of using high-quality products to avoid blockages in the drone's spraying mechanisms and how spray volumes and pressures can impact application success. This episode arms you with the knowledge to conduct successful jar tests to prevent potential application mishaps, ensuring a smooth and effective spraying experience with drones.

231: The Added Benefit of Micronutrients

January 29, 2024 • 9 MIN

Join us on this episode as we explore the added benefits of micronutrients. We unpack their vital roles, not only in nurturing plant health but also in maintaining soil vitality. We also turn our attention to the soil microbiology that holds the key to fertility. Discover how the right micronutrient mix can bolster soil health, leading to a better farm ecosystem.

230: Are You Leaving Money On The Table?

January 22, 2024 • 40 MIN

Listen in as we share insights into the strategies that our clients have q implemented to navigate rising costs, market volatility, and extreme weather conditions. In this episode, you'll hear firsthand success stories that show the significance of diversifying income streams, and the unyielding commitment to the American farmer. Hear how teamwork is the lifeblood of our success and how our recent district manager's are raising their skills. So for those who have ever considered joining us, this episode is your gateway. Our stories here are a powerful reminder of the growth and opportunities that await your operation.

229: Here's What Happened When An Indiana Farmer Stopped Applying Dry Broadcast

January 15, 2024 • 17 MIN

Listen in as we sit down with Indiana farmer Zach, who takes us through his journey of revolutionizing his farming practices. Discover the remarkable transformation from his conventional approach to soybean farming to the innovative A Better Way to Farm methods. He sheds light on the tangible improvements in yield and efficiency he witnessed by implementing new strategies on his fields. His results are not just academic; they're evidenced by the yield boosts and reduced costs on his farm. Join us for this enlightening discussion that's packed with real-world insights and forward-thinking farming practices.

228: The Exact Steps 3 Farmers Took to Save The Family Farm

January 8, 2024 • 37 MIN

We’re bringing real-life narratives to the forefront with 3 innovative farmers – Sam, Andy, and Dalton – each with their own story of embracing new practices on their farm. Listen in as they candidly share their journeys of transforming their farm. They all share the profound impact of upgrading their farming techniques has had on their lives. This episode isn't just about sharing successes; it's about encouraging you to seize the day and take the necessary steps toward a brighter future. Join us as we cover these insightful stories, and maybe you'll discover a better way to farm.

227: A Wrap-Up Episode of the 12 Days of Nutrients

January 5, 2024 • 22 MIN

Join us as we wrap up a season of insightful dialogues aimed at arming you with the knowledge you need to ask the right questions and maximize your farm's profitability. Let’s shed light on the art of reallocating input dollars based on precise soil test recommendations, focusing on the often-overlooked realm of micronutrients. Listen in as we underscore the importance of comprehensive plant nutrition. Join our mission to foster farm sustainability as we peel back the layers of agronomic principles for a bountiful harvest this year!

226: The Recipe for High Yield Soybeans

January 1, 2024 • 25 MIN

Join us as our client Tyler Janky shares his journey toward more profitable farming. We’ll explore Tyler's transition from traditional farming methods to a better approach which not only boosted his yields but also improved profitability. We stress the importance of proactive management, particularly in fertility and nutrient timing, revealing how these strategies can lead to sustainability on the farm. Tyler shares about the significance of doing plot trials and how soil and tissue testing played a pivotal role in his success. If improving soybean yields is on your to do list in 2024 this episode is for you.

225: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 12 Zinc

December 29, 2023 • 17 MIN

Unlock the secrets of zinc, the unsung hero of plant nutrition, and elevate your farming game to new heights! We're peeling back the layers on this vital micronutrient's role in supporting healthy crop growth, from its involvement in hormone production to its critical function in developing chlorophyll, carbohydrates, and seeds. Prepare to be enlightened on how zinc, nitrogen, and phosphorus form a trifecta of plant nutrition, especially pivotal in corn production. So, don your jolliest Christmas shirt and join the conversation as we reaffirm our dedication to the farming community. Join us for an episode that's as nourishing to the mind as zinc is to your crops!

224: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 11 Moly and Chlorine

December 27, 2023 • 25 MIN

We’re pulling back the curtain of a few nutrients today. First Molybdenum, aka ‘Moly’, its starring role is in nitrogen conversion and fixation within your crops. Precision in Moly’s application is the key to avoiding toxicity. Next we discuss the misunderstood world of chlorine and chloride. Yes, they’re different, and yes, it matters – a lot! With insights drawn from Beck’s comprehensive research, we’ll equip you with the strategies needed to ensure your farm decisions maximize your profits.

223: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 10 Manganese

December 25, 2023 • 20 MIN

Join us on this episode as we cover the importance of manganese in your soil. We shed light on its symbiotic relationship with nutrients like phosphorus and calcium, and how soil pH can be the game-changer in manganese availability. Listen in as we explore the delicate balance needed to prevent both deficiency and toxicity in your crops. So tune in and gain knowledge that could not only lead to a better harvest but also contribute to your farm's bottom line. We’re covering insights that could transform how you manage nutrients on your farm.

222: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 9 Iron

December 24, 2023 • 15 MIN

Today we’re covering iron's role in crop nutrition and the balance necessary for its management in the soil. We also touch on the synergy between this crucial micronutrient and others, like phosphorus, magnesium, and manganese. We’re also digging into the importance of comprehensive soil management and strategic nutrient management. Tune in as we cover the latest findings on foliar feeding with iron chelates and the varying laboratory methods for soil testing. Today is a comprehensive overview that could be the key to unlocking a profitable future for your farm.

221: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 8 Copper

December 22, 2023 • 19 MIN

Hey fellow farmers, in this episode we are bringing you a hearty dose of farming wisdom right from America's Heartland. This time around, we're shedding light on the critical, yet often overlooked, role of copper in maximizing farm profit. Listen in as we unpack the myriad ways copper serves as a pivotal micronutrient in plant development—from boosting photosynthesis and reproductive stages to enhancing chlorophyll production and overall plant vigor. Don't miss this informative session that could be the key to unlocking the full potential of your field. This episode has a golden nugget of knowledge for everyone listening so tune in, take notes, and let's grow together.

220: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 7 Boron

December 20, 2023 • 23 MIN

Listen in as we explore the role of Boron in farming, a micronutrient that's crucial for the lifecycle of crops from germination to harvest. It's not just about what Boron does – it's also about managing it effectively to enhance nitrogen utilization and avoid the pitfalls of deficiencies that have recently become more common. Join us as we discover the connection between essential micronutrients and the microbial life within our soils, and how this understanding can lead to improved plant health and yield. So, grab your favorite festive sweater, and let's celebrate the season with a conversation that could change the way you think about micronutrients.

219: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 6 Sulfur

December 18, 2023 • 19 MIN

Unlock the secrets of sulfur's untapped potential. Today we’re doing a deep dive into this lesser-known nutrient. We’re sharing its importance in amino acid formation, seed production, and chlorophyll creation. Tune in as we shed light on the critical role organic matter plays in retaining sulfur in the soil. In this episode, you’ll learn about the symbiotic relationship between sulfur, magnesium, and calcium. You’ll also hear more about the importance of a balanced approach to soil nutrition. Join us on this episode to discover how a holistic approach to soil health can result in optimal outcomes for your farm.

218: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 5 Calcium

December 15, 2023 • 28 MIN

Today we discuss the significance of calcium for your farm’s soil health. We share how calcium is the unsung hero of nutrients. Calcium plays a pivotal role in cell division, nitrogen metabolism, and fruit development. Today’s discussion challenges the popular Mehlich-3 soil test and highlights the benefits of liming acidic soils. Join us as we dig into into these critical aspects of soil health and farming for maximized yields and profits.

217: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 4 Magnesium

December 13, 2023 • 25 MIN

Listen in as we uncover the secrets of maximizing profit on your farm by focusing on the crucial role of magnesium. We explore how magnesium is vital for chlorophyll production, phosphorus utilization, and activating plant enzymes. We highlight the danger of excess magnesium and discuss the importance of achieving a balance with other nutrients like calcium and sodium. Don't miss out as we investigate the interplay between magnesium and nitrogen and their combined effects on our soils. Here, we touch upon the intriguing topic of magnesium versus manganese and their influence on plant health and growth. As we always say, managing a farm isn't just about the crops; it's about the soil, the nutrients, and most importantly, the balance. Let’s go in!

216: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 3 Potassium

December 11, 2023 • 34 MIN

Join us as we dig into the role of potassium on your farm. Rod covers the importance and potential misuse of this essential nutrient. Discover how potassium plays a crucial role in plant growth and farm profitability. The cation exchange capacity (CEC) of soil and its role in determining potassium availability. Listen in as we discuss how maintaining a proper balance between potassium and magnesium levels can increase yields. Learn the importance of balancing potassium with other elements, efficient water usage, and understanding the microbial activity in the soil for long-term success. In this episode you will learn strategies to maximize your farm's profitability.

215: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 2 Phosphorus

December 8, 2023 • 25 MIN

On this episode, we turn our attention to the critical role of phosphorus in crop production. Listen in as we share valuable insights on the significance of phosphorus in crop development, and its importance for photosynthesis, respiration, and energy storage. Uncover the reasons why using orthophosphate ions for plant uptake can make all the difference in raising yields profitability. Join us in this engaging conversation on phosphorus management and holiday cheers!

214: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 1 Nitrogen

December 6, 2023 • 31 MIN

Join us on this episode as we kick off our 12 Days of Nutrients series, where we're starting with the big one - Nitrogen. Listen in as we uncover the importance of this essential nutrient for plant growth, discussing everything from fertilizer labeling to the preferred form of nitrogen for corn. We will also discuss the symptoms of nitrogen deficiency so listen in as we also reveal the effects of nitrogen overuse on soil health and crop yield. So, stay tuned with us as we journey through this series.

213: Does Your Farm Need More Than Just NPK

December 4, 2023 • 20 MIN

Join us as we interview Dalton, a first generation farmer. He shares how he got started farming, his passion for production ag and the steps he is taking to take his yields to the next. He also shares his experience of reaching out to A Better Way to Farm and the lessons he has learned. If you're looking for off farm income Dalton also shares the benefits of being part of a team that prioritizes soil testing and personalized recommendations.

212: Common Missteps in Soil Testing That Are Costing You Money

November 27, 2023 • 19 MIN

You're in for a treat today as we sit down with Jim Grilliot from Midwest Labs, a leading authority on soil, water, and food testing. We cover everything from the history of Midwest Labs and their impressive growth since 1975 to their stringent quality control measures. Jim pulls back the curtain on the critical role of calibration and check samples in their operations. We shed light on how the soil testing method can significantly impact your farming operations. So, join us as we answer these invaluable insights and together strive to boost yields and profitability on our farms.

211: The Complete Guide To Reading Your Soil Test

November 20, 2023 • 50 MIN

Today we decode the secrets of reading your soil tests and how you can dramatically increase yield and profit on your farm. From understanding what a complete soil test is, and the importance of pH, to the often-overlooked role of micronutrients - this episode has it all. We are going to present a cost-effective comparison of grid sampling versus equal opportunity nutrition. We also share one example of a success story from a client that saw a drastic change in yield. It's all about results and this episode is packed with information to help you unlock the full potential of your soil and achieve maximum profit.

210: Your Roadmap to Maximizing Yield in 2024

November 13, 2023 • 19 MIN

Today we’re helping to create a roadmap to help boost your yield goals next season using soil testing as the compass. Rod and guest Preston Grobe reveal cost-effective strategies to maximize your hard work. We'll walk you through preparing for success in 2024. So, get ready to join us on this journey to maximize farming success and profit.

209: Would Off Farm Income Help You?

November 6, 2023 • 24 MIN

Join us as Rod, the driving force behind 'A Better Way to Farm', talks with Tyler about his transition from a corporate job to entrepreneurship. Tyler shares how he helps clients to maximize profits on the farm and generate off-farm income. Find out how the team provides training and support to those eager to enter into ag entrepreneurship. We offer not just income but a network of connections and a sense of family. Don't miss out on these stories of personal development, teamwork, and the quest for opportunities in agriculture.

208: Can You Cut Your Nitrogen Rate

October 30, 2023 • 22 MIN

In today’s episode, Rod sets down to talk with Dr. Richard Mulvaney to talk about the new research that he is doing with nitrogen. Can your farm cut nitrogen usage rates? Listen in as we tackle one of the top nutrients used by farmers. Can you regain control of your farm inputs to maximize your profits by cutting your rates? Discover the results from four studies that show low uptake efficiency from fall-applied ammonia, even with high nitrogen-supplying power. This is an eye-opening discussion that goes against the grain of conventional farming practices and asks us to reevaluate our practices.

207: Recommendations Without Diagnosis is Malpractice

October 23, 2023 • 12 MIN

Today we are unraveling the similarity between the medical world and agricultural consulting. You’ll walk away with a fresh perspective that'll make you rethink your interactions with your Ag input suppliers and consultants. No more 'prescription without diagnosis' - we're advocating for a deeper understanding of your farming operation, much like a doctor would with a patient. You're not just a farmer; you're a land steward, and we're here to help you maximize your profits in an era of rising risks. So get ready for an informative episode that'll overhaul the way you think about farming.

206: To Bale Or Not To Bale?: Weighing Your Options To Maximize Farm Profits

October 16, 2023 • 15 MIN

How often do we pause and think about the science that goes behind enhancing microbial growth on our farm? Are we consciously evaluating the value of nutrients being extracted from the soil, not just focusing on the cost of inputs? It's a solo flight episode this time with Tyler as he jumps into these essential questions. Before you make any decisions about the stover dilemma, take a step back and consider all aspects - it's a complex issue that deserves a lot of thought. Don't miss this discussion into the science of stover, filled with practical tips and thought-provoking discussions. Let us unravel the secrets to enhancing soil health, managing farm inputs, and maximizing farm profits together.

205: Ensuring Grain Bin Safety For You During Harvest Season

October 9, 2023 • 26 MIN

Listen in as we explore the critical and often overlooked aspect of grain bin safety with our guest, Jack Volz. Jack, a firefighter with over 30 years of experience, offers valuable insights on grain bin safety, entrapment and grain spoilage. Learn about the potential dangers of grain bin crusting and why it's crucial to understand these risks, especially as harvest season continues. Don't miss out on this crucial conversation that can potentially save your life.

204: What Can A Braintrust Do For You?

October 2, 2023 • 28 MIN

Tune in as Rod has a conversation with agribusiness advisor and licensed attorney, Clint Fisher. Discover the ins and outs of starting an off farm business, overcoming financial hurdles, and making the most of your succession planning. He shares his expertise on constructing a plan ensuring the farm legacy proceeds with the succeeding generation. This episode is filled with practical advice whether you are just starting out or have been in the business for 40 years. Let’s go!

203: A Deep Dive on Drones

September 25, 2023 • 23 MIN

Join us as we sit down with Chris Wilson and Preston Grobe, who both have real world experience in the aerial application world. They share insights on the immense opportunities available in this industry and how drones are empowering farmers with greater control over timing and efficiency as well as off farm income opportunities. If you’re looking for ways to scale up, tune in to learn more on using drones for your farm operations.

202: Fertilizer Facts For Max Yields and ROI

September 18, 2023 • 27 MIN

Get ready to uncover the truth about the so-called 'free fall of fertilizer' as Rod and Tyler discuss a recent article from a major brand. In this episode we cover why we place emphasis on soil tests and addressing limiting factors rather than focusing on margins and sales tactics. We believe it’s important to guide farmers in making informed choices based on data and proven results. So, if you're looking for A Better Way to Farm listen in for insights that can help improve your ROI.

201: From The Battlefield to The Farm: Resources For Veterans

September 11, 2023 • 21 MIN

Today’s episode is to help honor our veterans and provide resources to help them transition from the battlefield to the farm. We've got the Military Veterans Agricultural Liaison from the USDA, sharing his expertise on various support programs for veterans and their spouses who are eager to step into farming or ranching. We cover a wide array of topics from financial assistance, technical support, risk management programs, employment opportunities, and other resources available to veterans. All this and more are packed in an episode that will transform a veteran’s life through agriculture.

200: What's Your Cost of Production?

September 4, 2023 • 12 MIN

In today’s episode, Rod will be chatting about crop production cost forecasts. There are several articles coming around and we need timely plans for our farms in 2024. We’re covering if yield is king and how to make more money by significantly lowering our costs. We also cover how these numbers are crucial to make appropriate projections for our farms. So join us for real-life tips, farm strategies, and advice on thriving in the ever-changing farming industry. Let’s roll!

199: Are Fertilizer Prices Going Down?

August 28, 2023 • 21 MIN

Today, Tyler and Rod will dissect a misleading article they recently saw. They are sharing insights on a "fertilizer free fall" headline. Today they answer the question of if prices will hit rock bottom. They also explore strategies for maximizing efficiency in farming amidst rising input costs. You can mitigate these challenges with the right advice and a willingness to input alternatives. Join us for a serious conversation filled with real-world advice, practical tips, and strategies for thriving in the volatile farming industry. Let’s go!

198: Your Roadmap for Improving Silage Quality

August 21, 2023 • 28 MIN

What if you could optimize silage production and drastically reduce dry matter loss? Join us in a captivating exploration with Brian Holmes, a seasoned expert who spent many years at the University of Wisconsin researching how to improve silage production. In today’s episode, we spotlight silage quality, dissecting the intricate relationship between silage density, oxygen, and the preservation of silage. Be ready to debunk some popular myths and embrace alternative methods to maximize silage quality in this insightful exchange packed with expert advice and practical tips. Let’s go!

197: Silage Strategies Revealed

August 14, 2023 • 18 MIN

Today, we discuss maximizing silage yields and profits for your farm. Learn about the crucial role of soil care, plant growth regulators, micros, and the importance of harvesting at the right time. Plus, we'll talk about farm safety, and ways to lessen the dangers. So, tune in and equip yourself with the knowledge to improve your farming operations!

196: The Roadmap To Increasing Yield Next Season

August 7, 2023 • 24 MIN

Today fourth-generation farmer and entrepreneur, Andy Frickson from Winona, Minnesota joins us. Andy shares his transformative journey from doing things the “same ol’ way” and moving from a traditional build program to adopting more innovative practices. After spending 30% more on inputs last year and seeing a lower yield last season he knew something had to change. They needed to increase yield and maximize profits and he shares exactly how they are doing that this season even though they are in a drought. You won't want to miss this conversation.

195: The #1 Way To Increase Yield Late In The Season

July 31, 2023 • 13 MIN

Join us, as we walk you through a strategic approach to resource allocation, debunk common farming myths, and reveal the secret behind the effective application of nitrogen products and boron even if it’s late in the season. It's not just about growing crops; it's about growing your profits too. We guarantee; it's an episode you don't want to miss.

194: How To Increase Yield On Double-Crop Beans

July 24, 2023 • 12 MIN

Today, we’re covering the secrets of increasing yields on your double-crop soybeans. In this episode, we give you a peek into how a tissue test can pave the way for profitable farming by identifying the nutrients required and eliminating guesswork. From exploring ways to increase the yield potential of your soybean crop, this episode is filled with useful tips to ensure your soybeans have the best day, every day!

193: How To Decide If You Need To Apply Fungicide

July 17, 2023 • 18 MIN

Today we join forces with Eric Wickman of Wickman Chemical to discuss maximizing profits with fungicides in farming. We explore the most effective fungicides against tar spots and even go over when it is not the best investment to apply a fungicide. We also get into if you can use foliar feed with fungicides. This conversation is a goldmine for anyone interested in apply (or maybe even not applying) fungicide. Don't miss out on these valuable insights!

192: The Role of Potassium Sulfate for Increasing Yields

July 10, 2023 • 16 MIN

This episode is a must-listen, as we sit down with Andy, a farmer from Northeast Iowa. Andy shares on the benefits of potassium sulfate on his farm. His experience provides a roadmap for others who want to breakthrough in their crop yield and profitability.

191: Happy 4th of July! Home of the Free Because of the Brave

July 4, 2023 • 3 MIN

Today is a very special episode for we relish the freedom symbolized by the 246th anniversary of the day that the Declaration of Independence was written. We are a sweet land of liberty. As John Adams have always envisioned it, the Declaration of Independence served as the birth certificate of this nation where fearful men do not descend but live up to the sacrifices of our founding fathers. Happy 4th of July!

190: Understanding Why Foliar Feeding Works (and Doesn't)

July 3, 2023 • 22 MIN

Today we will help you unravel the secrets of maximizing profits with in-depth discussions. We navigate the maze of inconclusive data and inauthentic sales tactics in fertilizer applications and foliar feeding. This conversation with Rod Livesay and Tyler Hall is an exploration into the world of crop nutrition that you don't want to miss. Tune in and learn how to get the most profitability from this year’s growing season.

189: Harvesting Hope: Tending to the Mental Health of the Farming Community

June 26, 2023 • 39 MIN

In this episode, our guest, Sara Quincer, emphasizes the importance of managing mental health in agriculture. Listen in as we explore strategies to help farmers stay productive during busy times and how to take care of themselves while keeping up with the farm. Sara shares the significance of communication and the growing need for mental health awareness in rural areas. Don't miss this opportunity to get insights on caring for your mental health.

188: Breaking Ground: Opening Up Conversations about Mental Health in Agriculture

June 19, 2023 • 39 MIN

As farmers, how often do we prioritize caring for our livestock and crops over our own well-being? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Monica Kramer Mcconkey, a psychologist specializing in the rural community, as we discuss the importance of mental wellness, resilience, and breaking the taboo around mental health in the farming community. Don't miss this crucial and enlightening conversation that sheds light on the often-overlooked subject of mental health in the farming community. A must-listen episode!

187: The Role of Boron in Plant Nutrition

June 14, 2023 • 17 MIN

We're shining a spotlight on the often underappreciated yet indispensable nutrient in farming: boron. Join us as we uncover the profound significance of boron for your farm. We’re sharing its vital role in promoting growth and development in your plants. From the fundamental functions it serves in plant nutrition to the telltale signs of boron deficiency, we'll leave no stone unturned. Today Rod dives into practical strategies that you can do to ensure your crops are not hungry for this essential nutrient. This episode is a must-listen!

186: Three Things to Think About Before Plunging into Biologicals

June 12, 2023 • 15 MIN

Unlock the secrets to maximizing your farm's profits and discover the crucial role that macronutrients, secondary nutrients, and micronutrients play in using biologicals for farming. We share real-life examples from fellow farmers to demonstrate the importance of having the right nutrient ratios to enhance yields and profits. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights that could increase your farm’s profits! Let’s go!

185: A Real Life Guide to Foliar Feeding

June 5, 2023 • 22 MIN

In this episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with newlyweds Michael and Larna Fiddler, who have turned their passion for farming into a successful spraying business. We discuss foliar feeding and the incredible results they've seen with their clients. Join us for an insightful discussion and learn how you can maximize your profits through foliar feeding. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn from the farmers with hands-on experience and make the most of this year.

184: One Thing That Drastically Helps Yield If You’re Applying Glyphosate

May 31, 2023 • 9 MIN

In this episode, discover how to beat yellow flash when spraying glyphosate. Say goodbye to yield drag and stress on your plants as we reveal the amazing benefits of 100% chelated Manganese. This is a simple low-cost solution for your farm. Don't miss this informative and entertaining discussion.

183: The Award Winning Checklist For Foliar Feeding, with Jerry Cox

May 29, 2023 • 32 MIN

Are you ready to unlock the secret to maximizing crop yields? You're in the right place! Today, we have the incredible opportunity to chat with Jerry Cox. With 25 NCGA yield contest wins he is known as an expert on foliar feeding. He provides invaluable tips for anyone keen on boosting their crop growth. If you have wondered about the nitty-gritty of foliar feeding, this episode is for you. If you're ready to learn from a true expert and take your foliar feeding game to new heights, don't miss this episode!

182: Unlocking Plant Potential with Foliar Feeding

May 22, 2023 • 26 MIN

Welcome to another episode! For today's discussion, we’re exploring foliar. By applying essential nutrients this allows for rapid absorption and utilization. Foliar feeding offers numerous advantages, including increased nutrient efficiency, plant health, and yields. It can address deficiencies quickly, especially during critical growth stages. It also allows you to target specific nutrient requirements, tailoring their approach to meet the unique needs of your crops. Join us as we dive deeper into the benefits, techniques, and best practices of foliar feeding, uncovering how it can add profitability to your farm.

181: Why, When, and How To Tissue Test

May 15, 2023 • 17 MIN

In today’s episode, we’re discussing the significance of tissue testing. It is an essential tool that helps to address nutrient deficiencies and improve soil fertility, Rod will lay out the fundamentals (the why, the when, the how) of this analysis and MORE. Following the Four Rs is critical for success. Let’s dive right in!

180: How To Address Micronutrients Deficiency

May 8, 2023 • 16 MIN

As we kick off this season and there's so much to talk about regarding micronutrients. One of the most important things to consider is how you are addressing deficiencies, especially if you're foliar feeding. Preston and Tyler are going to break down the best forms of plant-available nutrients and show how to avoid making the common mistake of over-applying &/or under-applying them. We'll also learn about chelating agents and how they can help us achieve optimal results.

179: Can You Replace 40 Pounds of Nitrogen?

May 1, 2023 • 24 MIN

As always, we at A Better Way to Farm continuously guide American farmers to make decisions based on science. Let Rod and Tyler take you into a deeper dive on this topic so we can better use Nitrogen while improving our farm’s efficiency and saving in the long run. Let’s listen and learn some more!

178: Conquering Cold Wet Soils: 3 Tips for Maximizing Yield Potential

April 24, 2023 • 14 MIN

Our episode this week shines a light on how to beat cold, damp soils this planting season and come out the other side with better yields. We know a lot of us are experiencing cool temperatures. Today Rod will share three tips that you can implement that will help you beat Mother Nature, let’s go

177: The Secret Sauce for Higher Yields

April 17, 2023 • 30 MIN

Today’s episode features real-life success stories from farmers across the Midwest who have Amplified their yields. They share their experience of providing an energy source for the seed giving the crops the best start possible. Tune in to hear how Amplify enhances plant growth and increases yield by building stronger roots and improving resistance to stress. What are we waiting for? Let’s go tune in!

176: Grain Marketing Strategies That Will Make You Money

April 10, 2023 • 42 MIN

Today's episode is going to be fire, my friends. If you're looking to take your farm operation to the next level, you won't want to miss this. We're diving deep into the world of grain marketing and sharing the tips and tricks you need to know to make your farm more profitable. And we're not doing it alone - we've got a special guest who's been in the game for 40 years and has seen it all. Roger is a true master of grain merchandising, brokerage, and marketing, and he's here to share his wealth of knowledge with all of us. So, grab your notebooks and get ready to take some serious notes. This is going to be a game-changer. Let's do this!

175: How To Choose The Right Fertilizer For Your Farm

April 3, 2023 • 14 MIN

Welcome to the A Better Way to Farm podcast! In this episode, we will explore the crucial topic of selecting the appropriate starter fertilizer for your farm. The success of any crop depends heavily on the nutrients available to the plant. Therefore, choosing the right starter fertilizer can significantly impact yield and grain quality. Today we will guide you through the selection process and provide valuable insights based on research & experience. So get ready to learn how to optimize your crop's growth with the right starter fertilizer.

174: 5 Quick Tips on Preparing Your Soil Before Planting Season

March 28, 2023 • 20 MIN

Springtime is coming near and we are now gearing up to drop our seeds for the planting season. But let us make a few more assessments on our planters before it gets into their groundwork. That is why today we are back with Preston Grobe to provide us with quick tips for our growers to help them in setting up their own planters and make sure that they are doing the right thing when it comes to their planter speed and how it would work best for their farm operations this season. So be ready to learn more and join us in today’s episode!

173: Why The Chelating Agent For Micronutrients Matters

March 20, 2023 • 15 MIN

Micronutrients are essential for crop growth and being able to protect them plays a big role in our crop performance and plant health. It has to end up going into the plant so that it could do its part. So today we are going to go back and discover how we are going to do this and what can help us achieve that goal. Rod will guide us on the essential steps and the pretext behind it all. So be ready to learn more and join us in today’s episode!

172: Breaking Misconceptions About The Importance of Your Fertility Program

March 13, 2023 • 7 MIN

Who should we listen to when it comes to managing our farm resources the right way? That would be Dr. Mulvaney and Dr. Albrecht. Particularly in this episode, we will be discovering the great value of some studies published by Dr. Albrecht on organic matter. Rod will be sharing with us several different ways to break those misconceptions about taking care of your soil fertility with the use of organic matter so be ready to learn more and join us today!

171: Cultivating Cashflow: How a Missouri Farmer Increased Their Farm Income

March 6, 2023 • 20 MIN

Today we are exploring how our clients from Missouri found & implemented strategies that helped their farm to generate more income which allowed Larna to be able to return to the family farm after graduating college last spring. She’s the owner of Amp’d Up Ag and a team member of A Better Way to Farm. So let’s listen to Larna’s story and be inspired, so if you’re ready to learn more, let’s get started!

170: From Seed To Harvest: How To Choose the Right Seed For Your Farm

February 27, 2023 • 29 MIN

Is picking the right seed varieties an art or a science? That is what we are going to dig into today with our guest from Central Minnesota, Mr. Andrew Kieke. When it comes to choosing the right seed varieties for corn, there are several factors that must be considered to ensure a successful harvest. The first is to identify the specific growing conditions of each field, including soil type, weather patterns, and pest pressures. This information will help narrow down the seed options. Next consider the necessary desired traits such as yield potential, disease resistance, and tolerance to environmental stresses. Additionally, it's important to work with knowledgeable seed reps to make informed decisions about which seed varieties to plant. By taking these factors into account, you can increase yields and profitability. So if you’re ready to learn more, let’s get started!

169: Rooted in Revenue - Adding Off Farm Income As A Farmer Dealer

February 20, 2023 • 26 MIN

It all starts with the foundational thinking of trying something new for the farm and envisioning the best years ahead of it. Can we really turn our operations into a profitable business as well? That is what we are going to delve deeper into our today’s episode as we welcome back Sam Shanks of the A Better Way to Farm team. How did his farm operations’ success translate to his beliefs that helping other farmers achieve the same fate is worth pursuing? Sam is going to share with us a very passionate story that may be what you are just looking for to change perspectives on how we should run our farm operations and achieve freedom at the same time so if you’re ready to learn more, then come and let’s go right in!

168: The Rise of Online Auctions For Farm Equipment and Lands: There's No Looking Back, with Jim Huff

February 13, 2023 • 15 MIN

If you’re thinking about making that change in how you get your needed farm equipment or even land, you better tune in to this episode and learn how online auctions are reshaping the business of how land and equipment are being sold. There are great reasons to buy from these auctions and we just need to research before making those changes. In this episode, we are with Jim Huff of Merit Auctions to share with us precious information from his 40 years of experience in the auction real estate business. Listen here to know what to expect and the benefits we could get from it so if you’re ready to learn more, then come and let’s go right in!

167: Beginners Guide To How Biologicals Can Impact Your Farm

February 6, 2023 • 29 MIN

Nowadays, there are a lot of buzzwords coming about the use of bio-stimulants to improve plant growth. One thing we have to remember though is that these will not be in any way a replacement for a good fertility program. That is for sure. So in this episode, we are going to focus on these three important plant growth regulators: the Auxins, the Gibberellins, and the Cytokinins. What do they do? What are they and how do they impact us? There is a lot of different information out there but today, Rod is going to break down each important aspect we need to know if we are considering trying these on our plants. Ready to learn more? Let’s go right in!

166: Bulletproof Your Farm and Skyrocket Your Farm's Profitability Through Family Farm Succession Planning, with Andy Caygeon Junkin

January 30, 2023 • 52 MIN

It’s easy to overlook the importance of succession planning for the farm. However, Having a solid succession plan ensures a smooth transfer of ownership, protects family assets, and secures the future of the farm business. It also helps to avoid conflicts between family members and clarifies the expectations and responsibilities of each generation. By creating a comprehensive and well-thought-out succession plan, family farms can ensure their longevity and preserve their heritage for future generations. So today we are going to dig deeper into strategies for succession planning. Hear how Andy Caygeon Junkin’s unique process is helping family farms skyrocket business profitability by 300% so sit back, listen and learn. Let’s go right in!

165: Keys to Running a Business First Family Farm with Jolene Brown

January 23, 2023 • 35 MIN

Today we explore the complex process of passing on the family farm to the next generation. In this episode, we'll focus on the importance of communication and making sound business decisions regarding succession planning. We'll hear from Jolene Brown as she shares practical advice on navigating the challenges and opportunities involved in this process. Whether you're a member of the next generation hoping to take over the farm or if you are the patriarch of the family trying to navigate your next step this episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in a family farm so sit back and listen, let’s go right in!

164: Passing the Torch: Navigating Farm Succession Planning with Elaine Froese

January 16, 2023 • 43 MIN

This year there may be difficult conversations that we need to face as all farm families need to deal with when it comes to the generational transfer of not only farm ownership but also farming knowledge, skills, and management of our farm businesses to our family’s next generation of successors. What are the steps? Is there some kind of checklist? What are the key factors and tools to consider? All of the answers we will know in this very special episode with Canada’s Farm Whisperer, Elaine Froese. So sit back, listen, and learn today!

163: The Ultimate Playbook to Mastering Your Farm Operation in 2023

January 9, 2023 • 25 MIN

2023 is a great year to start careful planning for our farm operations and that includes setting our goals right! So, we have for today a very interesting interview with Kacee Bohle who is filling a need that is essential for our industry to thrive, through personal and professional development. She encourages and empowers others to level up through goal setting and that is exactly what our farm operations can incorporate to begin leveling up this year! We will learn this today, so tune into this episode. Let’s go!

162: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 12 Zinc

January 5, 2023 • 16 MIN

Our 12-day series focuses on the 12 days of nutrients and although today it has come to an end, we are still excited all throughout this year as we share not only about macros and micros but are going to tackle deeper focus into agricultural innovations and further into soil health so you’ll see what it can do to better our yields. You shouldn’t miss the last of this series now, so listen, learn, and apply! It’s the 12th and last day today and we are going to deal with all things related to Zinc! Let’s go … 😉

161: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 11 Moly and Chlorine

January 3, 2023 • 20 MIN

Now, we are 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 dig deep into agricultural science, and proven methods, and see how they can help grow well our crops. You better be sticking to the last few of this series, listen, learn, and apply! Today we’re going to be talking about Moly and Chlorine so, let’s go right in … 😉

160: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 10 Manganese

January 2, 2023 • 15 MIN

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 dig deep into agricultural science, and proven methods, and see how they 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 … 😉

159: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 9 Iron

December 29, 2022 • 16 MIN

Now, we are on the 9th day special of a 12-day feature on the 12 days of nutrients and today we're going to talk about iron. Let’s dig deep into agricultural science, and proven methods, and see how they can help grow well our crops. You better be sticking to this series, listen, learn, and apply! Let’s go right in …

158: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 8 Copper

December 27, 2022 • 18 MIN

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 dig deeper into agricultural science based on the best agricultural books and references and see what it can do to better our yields. You shouldn’t miss this series, so listen, learn, and apply! It’s the 8th day today and we are going to deal with all things related to Copper! Let’s go … 😉

157: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 7 Boron

December 26, 2022 • 33 MIN

We are on the 7th day special of a 12-day feature on the 12 days of nutrients and today we start in on the micronutrients. The first micro we're going to talk about is boron. Let’s dig deep into agricultural science, and proven methods, and see how they can help grow well our crops. You better be sticking to this series, listen, learn, and apply! Let’s go right in …

156: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 6 Sulphur

December 22, 2022 • 22 MIN

Now, we are on the 6th 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 dig deep into agricultural science, and proven methods, and see how they can help grow well our crops. You better be sticking to this series, listen, learn, and apply! It is Sulphur day so, let’s go right in … 😉

155: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 5 Magnesium

December 20, 2022 • 21 MIN

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 … 😉

154: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 4 Calcium

December 19, 2022 • 17 MIN

Now, we are on the 4th 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 proven methods, and see how they can help grow well our crops. You better be sticking to this series, listen, learn, and apply! It is Calcium day, let’s go right in … 😉

153: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 3 Phosphorus

December 15, 2022 • 22 MIN

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 Phosphorus day has arrived!. Let’s go right in … 😉

152: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 2 Potassium

December 14, 2022 • 30 MIN

Now, we are about to bring you the special 12-day features on the 12 days of nutrients 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 Potassium day. Let’s go right in … 😉

151: 12 Days of Nutrients - Day 1 Nitrogen

December 13, 2022 • 32 MIN

Now, we are about to bring you special 12-day features on the 12 days of nutrients 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 … 😉

150: How To Breakdown Corn Stalks

December 5, 2022 • 12 MIN

This episode is sort of a breakup story, but one that is good for our farms. We welcome once again our crop doc Preston to share with us how we can successfully break up stalk residue and make those nutrients more available quicker in the springtime. This is a very exciting episode because they will briefly share with y’all some stuff we only share during our fundamentals of agronomy program (case in point: our famous proprietary stalk digester recipe). Come and listen to what they have to share with us so tune in NOW …

149: 3 Things No One Tells You About Applying Nitrogen In the Fall

November 28, 2022 • 15 MIN

In this episode, Rod will be sharing with us a lot of insights especially if you have been planning on applying fall nitrogen at this time of year. Knowing that everything that we do on our farm matters, hear the 3 things we need to know first when planning that fall nitrogen application because these are the things our retailer doesn’t tell us about but are very essential knowledge to get the most out of our soil and crops. So you better tune into this episode now!

148: Questions You Need to Ask Before Applying Dry Broadcast This Fall

November 21, 2022 • 26 MIN

This week’s episode features an old-timer friend of ours, Preston Grobe who will stir the soil for us and talk about the questions we need to ask before applying dry broadcast this fall. Of course, we only want what’s best for our farm operations so we need to ensure we only employ efficient practices in our farm management. We need to do a little introspection with ourselves so we stop making the same mistakes all over again and make things even harder than it already is. What are you waiting for? Let’s go tune in!

147: Save Time & Money with New Equipment

November 14, 2022 • 21 MIN

Now, we do have a special guest on this episode as we tackle more about agricultural advances and technologies and get to know more about Ag Leader with one of their product sales specialists, Brett Buehler. Precision agriculture has opened the door for all sorts of improvements across all farms and so we are going to learn more about it. Are you ready? Let’s go! Tune in and listen! 😉

146: Three Things to Think About Before You Sell Your Stocks

November 9, 2022 • 5 MIN

In this episode, Rod will be asking you to give this topic some hard thinking. Since this is a business decision we have to make, he will be digging onto three things you have to consider first. 1st up, think about the value of the nutrients in the Stover. Secondly, what does selling the stocks off of the field do as far as reducing organic matter? And lastly, ask yourself, what does it do to your soil health? Rod has further steered the factors for each of these considerations so this is where we all need to listen carefully on this bonus episode for the week. Don’t miss this!

145: Agricultural Innovation and Tech Trends to Watch Out For In 2023 and Beyond: The Future of Farming Technology

November 7, 2022 • 25 MIN

So this week we are going to explore Ag tech and the benefits we can reap from precision farming and how it can better help our farming operations. We have with us this week the CEO and founder of Ryse Air Technologies, Mick Kowitz, who will guide us on the several advantages of agricultural innovation to get from point A to point B during crop scouting and other farm activities we have in our farms. So, let’s go, tune in and listen!

144: Are Drones The Future of Farm Tech

October 31, 2022 • 18 MIN

We are here once again to tackle one of the buzzwords in the Ag industry and one of those is the use of drones in managing our farm activities. Now we are fortunate to have with us in this episode one of the people who help our fellow farm owners in their farming operation, Mr. Sam Rockwell from Rocoza Drones. Are drones really the future of farm tech? We are going to find out here in this episode so tune in, let’s go!

143: 7 Keys to Make Sure Your Soil Tests Are Ensuring Profitability

October 24, 2022 • 26 MIN

Now, we do have a comeback guest on this episode as we tackle more about the importance of getting the right soil samples for your farm and the 7 reasons why the right systems might just make the changes needed to get your farm on the right track to your targeted yield goal. Are you ready to learn? Let’s go! Tune in and listen! 😉

142: How To Make Sure Your Soil Testing Lab Is Accurately Analyzing Your Soil

October 17, 2022 • 23 MIN

Our episode today is a real treat because we have with us someone who’s very competent in the Ag field. Straight from Midwest Labs, Mr. Jim Fasching would be sharing with us the various detailed methods and practices of Midwest Labs throughout his 20 year-stay with its innovations and careful but timely recommendations which have helped a lot of our farmers/ producers in dealing with their soil tests. Come on, stick up and dig in today! 😉

141: You Can't Afford To Ignore What Your Soil Has To Tell You

October 10, 2022 • 27 MIN

This episode is not your usual type because we are joined by 2 of our own experts in the A Better Way team, Tyler and Rod. Our topic for this week is focused on tending to our soil’s cry for help and maximizing the benefits given by proper soil testing and using it to our farm’s advantage when it comes to our goal of increasing our yields and giving our plants the right nutrition it needed so come and listen to what they have to teach us, Tune in NOW …

140: The Most Effective Strategies for Soil Testing- To Grid or Not to Grid.

October 3, 2022 • 13 MIN

At the moment, we want to give you something to think about when it comes to effective strategies being used for soil testing. Have you ever thought about or tried grid sampling? Is this for your farm and will it be worth it to try? Rod will give us a thing or two to consider as we're making our decisions so don’t miss this episode!

139: How to Improve Silage Production In Three Steps

September 26, 2022 • 10 MIN

In today’s episode, Rod is going to dive through the three steps we can implement on our farms on improving our silage production. What’s really interesting to look at are the multiple studies and extensive work done to back up some proven methods we are going to tackle in this episode. This is another special discussion where a lot of discoveries are still ahead of us because we are bringing in more information so let’s go, tune in and listen!

138: The Advantage of Animal Health Through Nutrition to Improve Profitability

September 19, 2022 • 23 MIN

Today is a little different from our usual episodes because today we are going to talk about the other side of farming which is livestock operation. We have with us Abe Karels from Alta Vista, Iowa who grew up farming but found the opportunity to raise cattle along the way. This is an interesting episode because we are going to tackle animal health with proper nutrition so that it could add up to our farm’s profitability. Come on and let’s dig in! 😉

137: Unleashing Soil Fertility to Improve Wheat Yields

September 12, 2022 • 14 MIN

If you have been following our past few episodes, you’d be excited today to discover more about these series we have on wheat production. So now we have with us Chris from Oklahoma who does a great job of raising wheat. He is going to share with us an idea or two which could help us move forward in the right direction of being an accomplished wheat grower one day. Come on, stick up and dig in today! 😉

136: How to Make Sure Your Wheat Isn't Hungry

September 5, 2022 • 19 MIN

For another special series on wheat production, we have with us today a new grower to the team from Amp’d Up Ag, Larna Schnitker, a fourth-generation farmer from Middletown, Missouri. She will be sharing with us some of her secrets about her successful wheat farming and will walk us through her and her family’s process and test products since joining the A Better Way to Farm team. Let’s go, tune in and listen! 😉

135: The Secrets to Proper Wheat Production and Fertility: A Quick Guide For Your Farm

August 29, 2022 • 20 MIN

So today is a start of a special series because we are going to tackle solid information about various aspects of wheat production with a major focus on fertility improvement. We are going to start this series with our very own Rod discussing the basics we need to know especially if we are to start wheat production on our farms. The insights and studies have been thoroughly reviewed and tested for our added learning consumption so stick up and dig in today! 😉

134: How To Improve Plant Health: A Missouri Farmer Reveals His Secret To Successful Foliar Feeding

August 22, 2022 • 22 MIN

In this episode, we are excited to pick out the brain of a relatively new team member who’s been very successful in his foliar feeding methods in his field and give our listeners some ideas on making the most out of being a part of the A Better Way to Farm team and community. Travis Dixon decided to join the team in the quest to learn more, better ways to manage his farm and increase his yields. Come and listen to what he has to share with us, Tune in NOW …

133: How Sugar Improves Yield

August 15, 2022 • 12 MIN

This episode will be tackling a topic that has been debatable at some point in time and that is, about photosynthates, a fancy word for “sugar”. We are going deep in this episode as Rod discusses what it does, what does it when we apply it, and are we applying enough to move the needle as far as the sugar in the plant? Come and listen to what he has to teach us, Tune in NOW …

132: Keys To Make Sure Your Farm Is Profitable

August 8, 2022 • 19 MIN

Today, we are having a little chat with one of our newest partners in this farming advocacy to teach other fellow farmers ways to grow better crops and make more money for the family. We have Adam Johnson here who will share with us his learnings from the time he and his wife decided to join our team at A Better Way to Farm and some of the things he has implemented and plans to improve on moving forward. Let’s go, tune in and listen!

131: The Importance of Fundamentals to Grow Your Farm Profits

August 1, 2022 • 19 MIN

Today is an unprompted, unscripted podcast with Rod and he wants to share with us thoughts on how the world of agriculture is rapidly growing with new learnings and discoveries coming out. What can we say? We live in an interestingng world and Rod here is going to enlighten us on the importance of knowing the fundamentals in whichever way we decide how to best increase our farm profits. So, tune in to today’s podcast!

130: Using Cover Crops & Soil Fertility to Minimize Weed Pressure

July 25, 2022 • 20 MIN

We have for today a very interesting interview with one of our farmer partners from the east of the Mississippi, Rick Meyers. How many times have you truly worked on ways to increase your farm yields and make more profits? The fact of the matter is, we need profits to grow our farms, right? How do we push a whole new system to fit an existing cover crop structure we have already started? This is what we are going to learn today so tune into this episode. Let’s go!

129: 5 Ways to Make Sure Your Farm Is As Efficient As Possible

July 18, 2022 • 12 MIN

This week’s episode is an awakening for all of us who only wants what’s best for our farm operations and our lives in general. Rod will be giving us the 5 rules or ways to ensure we only employ efficient practices in our farm management and though these are basics, it is better if we do a little introspection with ourselves so we stop making the same mistakes all over again and make things even harder than it already is. What are we waiting for? Let’s go tune in!

128: A Complete Guide to Producing Quality Forage

July 11, 2022 • 12 MIN

Today’s forage field day, we’d be able to better think about the decisions that we have to make for our respective farms, and also particularly on the choice of equipment to use for us to be able to not only increase yield and improve profits but also to develop forage quality. Rod is going to delve deeper into the nitty-gritty parts of this subject and give us first-hand the kind of products that will help us in our goal. Don’t miss this episode!

127: Improve Your Drought Tolerance By Listening to What Your Soil Has to Say

July 4, 2022 • 18 MIN

This episode is going to teach us a thing or two on ways to be drought-resistant or drought-tolerant. We are going to delve deeper on the steps that Jim Wacker did for his farm, from Downstate Illinois. We will know exactly why drought tolerance is created April 1st and not July 1st, according to Rod. In this episode, we aim to help somebody get through this drought and maybe improve things for next year so make sure you don't miss out! Let’s go inside and tune in.

126: How A Busy Indiana Farmer Found Proven Ways to Increase Yield and Profit

June 27, 2022 • 21 MIN

This episode is another one coming from a very fresh perspective as we interview a new client that we've had on the team who’s had remarkable visual results very early on his journey with A Better Way to Farm team. He is Jeff Meyer from Northeast Indiana and farms 140 acres alongside his full time job. He will be sharing with us the steps he took to make the right changes he needs for his farm to go up the next level so this is where we all need to listen carefully. Don’t miss this!

125: Following A Proven System and Finding the Right Mix For Our Farms

June 20, 2022 • 22 MIN

This episode has a very fresh perspective as we interview a newer client that we've had on the team who’s had tremendous success in really a very short amount of time. This is going to be fun as he shares real talks on farming struggles and finding the right solutions and the right mix to gain extra bushels for our farm. Join Tyler in today’s quest to learn better ways to manage our farms and increase our yields. Tune in NOW or regret later …

124: Finding Better Ways to Manage The Soil For Improved Crop Yields

June 13, 2022 • 24 MIN

This episode is going to bring us a lot of education in terms of doing the right thing for our farms. We will tackle soil health, plant nutrition, and sustainable farming methods. Join Tyler in today’s quest to learn better ways to manage our farms and increase our yields. Come and listen to what our special guest has to share with us, Tune in NOW …

123: Level Up Your Foliar Application This Year: Important Tips from NCGA's Yield Champion, Jerry Cox (Part 3 of 4)

June 8, 2022 • 17 MIN

This week’s bonus episode is very special because we have with us to share his practical tips NCGA’s yield champion, Jerry Cox. Making changes for our farms may not come easy especially if we have grown with traditional beliefs but Jerry will help us understand that doing things correctly really pays off and that we do not need to waste any more time and money if we only follow the true 4Rs for our farms. Let’s now go listen to what he has to share with us, Tune in NOW …

122: Get to know A Better Way to Farm

June 6, 2022 • 27 MIN

This episode is a real treat because, in this 3rd part chunk of the 4-part series, we are spending some time getting to know more farm wisdom from the founder of A Better Way to Farm himself, Rod Livesay. We are going to have a variety of topic covered for this episode, especially on the current buzzwords in the industry and what we really should know about it so we could decide wisely on finding us the right program for our farms. Come and listen to what he has to share with us, Tune in NOW …

121: Successful Foliar Feeding and The 4Rs - Right Source, Right Rate, Right Time and Right Place (Part 2 of 4)

May 30, 2022 • 15 MIN

This episode is part 2 of a 4-part series where we talk about plant tissues, the benefits of tissue testing in relation to foliar feeding, and everything between these two points. Our 2nd part episode today will tackle the next important step after tissue testing, and that is, the right way to foliar feed. Join Rod in today’s quest to learn better ways to manage our farms and increase our yields. Come and listen to what he has to share with us, Tune in NOW …

120: Tissue Testing Tells The Story: Taking Care of Hidden Hunger and Improving Plant Health (Part 1 of 4)

May 23, 2022 • 16 MIN

In this episode, we are going to start on a 4-part series talking about plant tissues, the benefits of tissue testing in relation to foliar feeding, and everything between these two points. This first part is a good overview of tons of reasons to do tissue testing. There's a lot of education that can take place so join Rod in the quest to learn better ways to manage our farms and increase our yields. Come and listen to what he has to share with us, Tune in NOW …

119: How to Create A Fertility Plan For Exactly What Your Farm Needs

May 16, 2022 • 15 MIN

In this episode, we are excited to pick out the brain of another experienced farmer in the field and give our listeners some ideas on making the most out of being a part of the A Better Way to Farm community. He decided to make the changes years ago and joined Rod in the quest to learn better ways to manage his farm and increase his yields. Come and listen to what he has to share with us, Tune in NOW …

118: Determining The Key Steps and Dynamics That Family Farms Need to Achieve Better Yields

May 9, 2022 • 25 MIN

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 …

117: Setting Up Success For The Next Generation of American Farmers: Finding New and Better Ways to Farm

May 2, 2022 • 24 MIN

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! 😉

116: Finding The Key to Break Through Your Yield Barrier and Increase Farm Profits with A Proven System

April 25, 2022 • 9 MIN

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! 😉

115: The Key to Learning Better Alfalfa Management: The Importance of Root Growth During Stand Establishment

April 18, 2022 • 15 MIN

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!

114: Profitable Forage Production Equals Profitable Alfalfa Stands: Know The Secrets to Better Alfalfa Management

April 11, 2022 • 17 MIN

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!

113: Your Guide to A Better Alfalfa Production System: Learn Some Techniques and Factors Affecting Your Forage Yield

April 5, 2022 • 21 MIN

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!

112: Cost Effective Tips to Increase Yield During Hard times, With Dr. Richard Mulvaney

March 28, 2022 • 22 MIN

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.

111: How To Ensure Success During a Drought By Building Resilience

March 21, 2022 • 20 MIN

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!

110: Keys to Overcoming Drought Conditions

March 14, 2022 • 17 MIN

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! 😉

109: Strategies to Make Sure Your Farm Is Drought Resistant, From A Minnesota Farmer

March 7, 2022 • 24 MIN

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! 😉

108: The Secret to Enhanced Soil Fertility and Better Plant Health, with Jonathan Goddard

March 2, 2022 • 9 MIN

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 … 😉

107: Resilience of The American Farmer: An Interview with NCGA Yield Contest Winner Brant Voss

February 28, 2022 • 24 MIN

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! 😉

106: Uncover The Six Biggest Lessons You Can Learn From The Yield Contest From a 25-Time Yield Contest Winner Jerry Cox

February 21, 2022 • 24 MIN

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! 😉

105: A Guide to Getting The Most From Cover Crops to Increase Yield and Improve Soil Health

February 14, 2022 • 26 MIN

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! 😉

104: Effective Strategies For Creating Profit Using Cover Crops

February 7, 2022 • 26 MIN

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! 😉

103: How to Use Cover Crops to Drive Soil Health Part 1

January 31, 2022 • 53 MIN

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! 😉

Recent Updates on the Alarming Global Concerns About Increasing Fertilizer Costs: An Interview with NCGA President Chris Edgington Ep102

January 24, 2022 • 22 MIN

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! 😉

How To Double Your Organic Matter In The Next 4 Years Ep101

January 17, 2022 • 11 MIN

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! 😉

Northern Iowa Farmer Reveals The Secrets of How He Transformed His Farm & Achieved Higher Yields Ep100

January 10, 2022 • 24 MIN

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 … 😉

2022 Farming Forecast w/Nathan of Ohio; 6 of 6

January 5, 2022 • 17 MIN

"I haven't bought dry fertilizer for 10 years. I haven't spread lime in over 10 years."

2022 Farming Forecast w/Jerry of Missouri; 5 of 6

January 4, 2022 • 9 MIN

"IT LOOKS LIKE IT'S GOING TO BE A CHALLENGING YEAR. WE'RE GOING TO HAVE TO MAKE EVERYTHING WE DO, COUNT."

2022 Farming Forecast w/Chris from Oklahoma; 4 of 6

January 4, 2022 • 12 MIN

"YOU CAN ADD 20% EFFICIENCY TO NITROGEN RATES BY ADDING [PRODUCT]."

2022 Farming Forecast w/Jim from Nebraska; 3 of 6

January 3, 2022 • 9 MIN

"MANAGEMENT IS SOMETHING WE HAVE TO REALLY WATCH. CONCENTRATE MORE ON SOIL TESTS."

2022 Farming Forecast w/Mike from Minnesota; 2 of 6

January 3, 2022 • 9 MIN

"GET THE SOIL SAMPLES AND GET AN IN-ROW PROGRAM TOGETHER. IT'S NOT A ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL."

2022 Farming Forecast w/Sam from Iowa; 1 of 6

January 3, 2022 • 7 MIN

"A solid analytical soil test lets us take our dollars per acre and distribute them better."

Leap Forward with These Four New Year's Resolutions and Get Your Farm On Track

December 27, 2021 • 11 MIN

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 … 😉

12 Days of Nutrients: Day 12 - Zinc

December 24, 2021 • 9 MIN

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 … 😉

12 Days of Nutrients: Day 11 - Moly and Chlorine

December 23, 2021 • 7 MIN

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 … 😉

12 Days of Nutrients: Day 10 - Manganese

December 22, 2021 • 8 MIN

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 … 😉

12 Days of Nutrients: Day 9 - Iron

December 21, 2021 • 5 MIN

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 … 😉

12 Days of Nutrients: Day 8 - Copper

December 20, 2021 • 6 MIN

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 … 😉

12 Days of Nutrients: Day 7 - Boron

December 19, 2021 • 8 MIN

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 … 😉

12 Days of Nutrients: Day 6 - Sulfur

December 18, 2021 • 11 MIN

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 … 😉

12 Days of Nutrients: Day 5 - Magnesium

December 17, 2021 • 8 MIN

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 … 😉

12 Days of Nutrients: Day 4 - Calcium

December 16, 2021 • 20 MIN

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 … 😉

12 Days of Nutrients: Day 3 - Potassium

December 15, 2021 • 27 MIN

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 … 😉

12 Days of Nutrients: Day 2 - Phosphorus

December 14, 2021 • 23 MIN

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 … 😉

12 Days of Nutrients: Day 1 - Nitrogen

December 13, 2021 • 28 MIN

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 … 😉

081: Effective & Innovative Strategies for Applying Fungicide & Herbicides Using Sprayer Drones

December 6, 2021 • 18 MIN

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 … 😉

A Unique Interview with Greg Peterson of the Peterson Bros. on His Commitment to Agriculture Advocacy and Modelling for the Youth Ep80

November 29, 2021 • 16 MIN

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 … 😉

Applying The Formula for Profitable Farming for Better Yields Ep79

November 23, 2021 • 16 MIN

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 … 😉

The Three Points You Need to Consider When It Comes to Nitrogen Application Ep78

November 17, 2021 • 13 MIN

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.

How an Iowa Farmer Transformed From A Skeptic to A Believer in Change Ep77

November 15, 2021 • 29 MIN

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.

How a Farmer From Michigan Implemented Changes That Improved Their Crops and Increased Their Profits Ep76

November 8, 2021 • 1439 MIN

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! 😉 😉 😉

Tips On Setting Up an Entry-Level System For Your Planter For Liquid Fertilizer From a Grower Standpoint Ep75

November 1, 2021 • 1023 MIN

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! 😉 😉 😉

A Complete Guide to Get Your Planter Set Up for Liquid Fertilizer for Under $6000 Ep74

October 25, 2021 • 927 MIN

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.

How to Set Up Your Planter for Liquid Fertilizer for Under $7500? Ep73

October 18, 2021 • 879 MIN

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.

The Secret to the Right Boron Application to Achieve Greater Yields This Season Ep72

October 13, 2021 • 417 MIN

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 … 😉 😉 😉

An Inspiring Account of a Grower Who Continues to Build a Farming Legacy for the Next Generations to Come Ep71

October 11, 2021 • 2488 MIN

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?

Could Sulfur Possibly Be an Option For Your Farm? Learn These Tips First! Ep70

October 6, 2021 • 290 MIN

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 … 😉 😉 😉

An Interview With a Grower Who Chased Higher Yields and Never Looked Back Ep69

October 4, 2021 • 1596 MIN

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.

The Groundhog Year Could Be Ahead of You This Season, What Are Your Chances? Ep68

September 29, 2021 • 550 MIN

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… 😉 😉 😉

An Interview with A Busy Minnesota Family That Grew Greater Yields Than Ever Expected Ep67

September 27, 2021 • 1155 MIN

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! 😉 😉 😉

The Better Way to Plan Your Farm's Input Strategies for 2022 Ep66

September 20, 2021 • 825 MIN

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! 😉 😉 😉

Why Good Soil Testing is Important For Your Farm's Productivity Ep65

September 13, 2021 • 1469 MIN

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! 😉 😉 😉

The Best Way to Make Organic Matter Work For You Ep64

September 6, 2021 • 1095 MIN

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! 😉 😉 😉

Exclusive Interview: The Secret Sauce Behind Crushing Your Goals Revealed, with Lee and Tiffany Lakosky Ep63

August 30, 2021 • 2482 MIN

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.

Ratios to Look At In Your Tissue Testing Ep62

August 23, 2021 • 493 MIN

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.

Can Fungicides Take Your Operation to the Next Level? Ep61

August 16, 2021 • 785 MIN

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.

Secrets to A Successful Last Hay Cutting Ep 60

August 11, 2021 • 402 MIN

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… 😉 😉 😉

Three Ideas to Improve Discipline Ep 59

August 9, 2021 • 579 MIN

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.

How to Find The Perfect Formulation For Your Operation Ep 58

August 2, 2021 • 774 MIN

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! 😉 😉 😉

Learning and Earning in Agriculture Ep 57

July 26, 2021 • 669 MIN

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.

2 Ways to Save Your Late Season Crops Ep 56

July 19, 2021 • 576 MIN

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.

Do You Know The Best Time to Do Your Nitrogen Testing? Ep 55

July 12, 2021 • 477 MIN

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.

What's In Your Tank Mix? Ep54

July 6, 2021 • 526 MIN

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… 😉 😉 😉

Increasing Your Farm Average With Foliar Feeding Ep53

June 28, 2021 • 668 MIN

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.

The Best Way to Improve Your Boron Application Ep52

June 21, 2021 • 407 MIN

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?

One Powerful Combination to Implement in Your Operation This Season Ep 51

June 14, 2021 • 380 MIN

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… 😉 😉 😉

Two Crucial Tips to Boost Fungicide Applications Ep50

June 7, 2021 • 652 MIN

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… 😉 😉 😉

Three Tips to Maximize Late Planting Ep 49

May 31, 2021 • 388 MIN

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…

Who Are You Working For? The Importance of Investing in Relationships Ep 48

May 24, 2021 • 407 MIN

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… 😉

To Graduate or To Commence?? Ep 47

May 17, 2021 • 519 MIN

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

What Doubling Down Can Do For Your Life Ep 46

May 10, 2021 • 571 MIN

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… 😉

Find Your Passion and Move Forward Ep 45

May 3, 2021 • 621 MIN

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.

A Purpose Driven Life Ep 44

April 26, 2021 • 581 MIN

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… 😉

We Need Change, But Why? Ep 43

April 19, 2021 • 698 MIN

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… 😉

Would You Rather Be Preparing or Repairing? Ep 42

April 12, 2021 • 534 MIN

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… 😉

Grab Another $15-$25/ac with These Two Last Minute Things To Do! Ep 41

April 5, 2021 • 466 MIN

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!

The Shortage and Current Pricing Structure of Fertilizers Ep 40

March 29, 2021 • 652 MIN

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.

Farm Yield and Profitability, with Jerry Cox Ep 39

March 22, 2021 • 3004 MIN

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!

Family Farming Using the Agrovantage System, with Chris Wilson Ep 38

March 15, 2021 • 1638 MIN

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!

The Importance of Continuing Education in the Agricultural World Ep37

March 8, 2021 • 1168 MIN

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!

Learning How to Make Profitable Farming Part 4 Ep36

March 1, 2021 • 1048 MIN

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!

Learning How to Make Profitable Farming Part 3 Ep35

February 22, 2021 • 1149 MIN

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!

Learning How to Make Profitable Farming Part 2 Ep34

February 15, 2021 • 1948 MIN

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!

Learning How to Make Profitable Farming Part 1 Ep33

February 8, 2021 • 1702 MIN

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!

Special Episode on Research-Backed Farm Tips with Jim Schwartz Ep32

February 1, 2021 • 1201 MIN

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!

A Farmers' World in the Eyes of the Youngest CEO of Hunt Brothers! Ep31

January 25, 2021 • 1525 MIN

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!

A Discourse on a Dynamic Nutrient in Soil Fertility, Nitrogen! Ep30

January 20, 2021 • 2311 MIN

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!

Building Potassium Levels in Soil with Dr. Mulvaney

January 18, 2021 • 30 MIN

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.

The Three Things We Can Learn Early On, Running a Farm Ep28

January 11, 2021 • 682 MIN

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.

How the Grinch Stole Profits Day 11 S2 Ep27

December 22, 2020 • 273 MIN

Can the Grinch steal profits through foliar feeding? Rod tells us how.

How the Grinch Stole Profits Day 10 S2 Ep26

December 21, 2020 • 367 MIN

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.

How the Grinch Stole Profits Day 9 S2 Ep25

December 18, 2020 • 244 MIN

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.

How the Grinch Stole Profits Day 8 S2 Ep24

December 17, 2020 • 371 MIN

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.

How the Grinch Stole Profits Day 7 S2 Ep23

December 16, 2020 • 449 MIN

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.

How the Grinch Stole Profits Day 6 S2 Ep22

December 15, 2020 • 375 MIN

Rod tells us how the Grinch can use micronutrients to steal you profits on day 7 of How the Grinch Stole Profits Christmas special.

How the Ginch Stole Profits Day 5 S2 Ep21

December 14, 2020 • 259 MIN

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.

How the Grinch Stole Profits Day 4 S2 Ep20

December 11, 2020 • 543 MIN

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.

How the Grinch Stole Profits Day 3 S2 Ep19

December 10, 2020 • 464 MIN

Rod tells us how the Grinch can steal profit through co-ops and mergers and getting rid of competition.

How the Grinch Stiole Profits Day 2 S2 Ep18

December 9, 2020 • 641 MIN

Rod talks about all the ways the Grinch can steal our profits out of nitrogen.

How the Ginch Stole Profits Day 1 S2 Ep17

December 8, 2020 • 276 MIN

Don't let the Grinch steal your profits through farming magazines. Profit comes from knowledge.

How the Grinch Stole Profit Christmas Special S2 Ep16

December 7, 2020 • 601 MIN

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.

The Power of Your Story S2 Ep15

November 30, 2020 • 1713 MIN

Tyler interviews Corey about how the power of your story can bring in extra income all while helping out fellow farmers.

Can Your Farming Products Stand the Test of Time Pt 2 S2 Ep14

November 23, 2020 • 1355 MIN

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.

Can Your Farming Products Stand the Test of Time? S2Ep13

November 16, 2020 • 1692 MIN

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.

What If I Told You You Didn't Have A Money Problem S2 Ep12

October 26, 2020 • 603 MIN

Rob gives us the key to turning around our money misfortunes.

How Personal Development Can Help Your Farm S2 Ep11

October 5, 2020 • 1154 MIN

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.

Is Utilizing a Liquid System Profitable? S2 Ep10

September 28, 2020 • 24 MIN

Tyler interviews Mason on how he achieved a 70 bushel increase when he switched from dry broadcast to a liquid system.

An Interview with Kelly S2 Ep9

September 21, 2020 • 2197 MIN

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.

An Interview with Preston S2 Ep 8

September 14, 2020 • 1987 MIN

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.

Livesay Life Lessons S2 Ep 7

September 7, 2020 • 0 MIN

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.

Livesay Life Lessons S2 Ep 7

September 7, 2020 • 2813 MIN

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.

Truths about Side Dressing S2 Ep6

August 24, 2020 • 1089 MIN

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.

Is Yellow Flash Costing You Money? S2 Ep5

August 17, 2020 • 430 MIN

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.

The Secret to Healing Your Plants After a Hail Storm S2 Ep4

August 11, 2020 • 326 MIN

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's Review of Ep 51

August 3, 2020 • 1920 MIN

Nic and Tyler add personal experiences and testimonies to Rod's commentary on in season N from episode 51.

One Thing to Implement This Hay Season S2 Ep 2

July 27, 2020 • 422 MIN

Rod shares a few quick and simple tips about moisture and foliar feeding to help you have a successful hay season.

Relentlessly Resilient: An Interview with Rod S2 Ep 1

July 20, 2020 • 2836 MIN

Tyler and Nick interview Rod on his beginnings in agriculture and the growth of A Better Way to Farm.

Youth Takeover Bonus Episode

July 20, 2020 • 1054 MIN

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. 

Who Loses When We Take a Shortcut - ep 56

July 13, 2020 • 328 MIN

Tune in as Rod shares the consequences of taking the easy route in life and farming. 

A Client Conversation with Sam pt 2 - Micronutrients, Macro Results ep 55

July 8, 2020 • 1265 MIN

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. 

Client Conversation with Sam - Doing Something Different ep 54

July 6, 2020 • 841 MIN

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.

How is Potassium effecting your crop? - With Dr. Curtis Livesay ep 53

July 3, 2020 • 1328 MIN

Join Rod and Curt as they talk about the impact that K has on your crops. 

Behind The Scenes on a Client Conversation with Nic Hunt Ep 52

November 4, 2019 • 474 MIN

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? Ep 51

October 29, 2019 • 1279 MIN

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.   Want to talk? 641-919-5570

Which Came First The Chicken or The Egg? Ep 50

October 22, 2019 • 337 MIN

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. Wanna talk?  Call or text Karen at 641-919-5570

Everything is Good for Someone Ep 49

October 15, 2019 • 250 MIN

Today we discuss how everything that happens in Ag is good for someone..the question is who? Want to talk? Email karen@abetterwaytofarm.com

How To Produce High Quality Silage Ep 48

October 8, 2019 • 261 MIN

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. Got questions? Email karen@abetterwaytofarm.com

Thinking About Selling Silage? Ep 47

October 7, 2019 • 429 MIN

Are you considering chopping silage this year?  Here are some things to think about!

Why It Doesn't Matter What We Spend Per Acre

September 30, 2019 • 11 MIN

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.

Please Vote - Ep 45

September 23, 2019 • 716 MIN

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! Want to talk? Call 641-919-5570

A Field Day Like No Other Part 2

September 18, 2019 • 561 MIN

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.

A Field Day Like No Other Pt 1

September 17, 2019 • 550 MIN

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.

12 Days of Nutrients: Wrap Up Part 2

September 11, 2019 • 1500 MIN

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

12 Days of Nutrients: Wrap Up Part 1

September 3, 2019 • 747 MIN

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

12 Days of Nutrients: Zinc Ep 40

August 30, 2019 • 558 MIN

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