In this Farm4Fun episode, Zach Hefty and multi-time Farm4Profit favorite Tony Reed return to the show to preview the upcoming Ag PhD Field Day while sharing honest updates on one of the most challenging growing seasons many farmers have experienced.

The conversation begins with spring planting struggles, including Tony's incredible 15-plus inches of rainfall, multiple rounds of replanting, and fields ranging from freshly planted corn to chest-high corn—all within the same operation. Meanwhile, Zach discusses the opposite challenge in South Dakota: dry conditions and hoping for timely rains before Field Day.

The discussion then shifts to Ag PhD Field Day and what has made it one of agriculture's biggest educational experiences.

Topics include:

• Why Ag PhD Field Day is completely free to attend
• Research plots showcasing the latest agronomic practices
• Hands-on demonstrations with new equipment and technology
• High-yield farmer presentations from across North America
• "Crazy Trials" that test unconventional farming ideas
• Opportunities to interact with leading agricultural content creators
• Product demonstrations and ride-and-drive experiences
• Why education—not sales—is the focus of the event
• The logistics behind feeding more than 10,000 attendees
• Building an event that combines education, networking, and entertainment

The episode also includes plenty of laughs as the crew discusses anniversary gifts, old farm trucks, Cameo videos, Beater with a Heater, weather forecasting, and Tony Reed's legendary podcast appearances.

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In this What's Working in Ag segment, Tanner and Mikaya Spires from Spray Drone Network join Farm4Profit to explain how their platform is helping connect growers with qualified, licensed drone applicators across the country. What started as a simple question—"How do I find a reliable spray drone operator?"—has quickly grown into a nationwide network serving farmers, applicators, dealers, and industry professionals.

The discussion covers:

• How Spray Drone Network was created
• The rapid growth of spray drone applications across agriculture
• Why licensing and professionalism matter
• What farmers should ask before hiring a drone applicator
• The difference between being a drone pilot and being a professional applicator
• Finding qualified operators by location and application type
• Cover crops, fungicides, herbicides, specialty crops, and more
• The business side of running a drone application operation
• New opportunities for young entrepreneurs entering agriculture
• Education, training, and community-building within the drone industry
• The role of technology, software, and logistics in successful drone operations

Tanner and Mikaya also discuss the challenges facing new operators, including equipment setup, application knowledge, chemical handling, business management, and customer expectations. Their mission is simple: help grow the spray drone industry while ensuring farmers have access to trustworthy and qualified operators.

Whether you're a farmer looking for aerial application options, a custom applicator considering drones, or someone curious about the future of precision agriculture, this episode provides an inside look at one of the fastest-growing segments in ag technology.

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The conversation explores the often-unseen world of product testing, field validation, software development, and farmer feedback that goes into launching new technology. Jared shares his unique role as a product tester, explaining how Ag Leader evaluates new products before they ever reach a customer's farm and how real-world farmer feedback helps shape final product decisions.

The group discusses:

• What ZRow is and how it improves corn head guidance during harvest
• Why row guidance still matters in a world of RTK and precision GPS
• How Ag Leader integrates with existing row sensing systems
• The product testing process from concept to commercial launch
• Ag Leader's internal "hackathon" innovation program
• Common challenges encountered during product development
• How farmer cooperators help validate new technology
• The evolution of precision agriculture since Ag Leader's yield monitor origins
• Why user interface and simplicity matter just as much as technology
• The importance of data collection and data utilization
• How AgFiniti connectivity is changing support and decision-making
• The future of autonomy, machine guidance, and precision farming
• Why today's successful producers must embrace innovation and continuous improvement

Beyond the technology discussion, the episode delivers a bigger message about modern agriculture: farms can no longer rely on "the way we've always done it." As margins tighten and operations become more complex, the producers who effectively leverage data, technology, and decision-making tools will be best positioned for long-term success.

Whether you're a technology enthusiast, an early adopter, or simply curious about how new precision ag tools are developed, this episode offers a fascinating look behind the scenes at one of agriculture's most influential technology companies.

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In this Farm4Fun episode, the crew is joined by North Dakota farmer and social media creator Beet Farmin’ Mitch, along with Arts Way's Jim Cronk, for a deep dive into the world of sugar beet production.

Mitch shares the story of his family's six-generation farming operation in the Red River Valley, where they grow sugar beets, wheat, corn, soybeans, sunflowers, and edible beans. He explains how sugar beets are planted, managed, harvested, stored, and ultimately processed into the table sugar Americans use every day.

The conversation covers:

• The history of Mitch's family farm dating back to an 1800s wagon train from Iowa to North Dakota
• What makes sugar beets different from traditional row crops
• How sugar beet seed is produced and planted
• Disease, insect, and fertility management in sugar beet production
• The unique harvest process involving defoliators, lifters, and pilers
• Why sugar beet harvest becomes a 24-hour operation
• How sugar beets are stored through North Dakota winters
• The role of American Crystal Sugar Cooperative
• Sugar beet pricing, quotas, and marketing
• Why sugar policy matters to American farmers
• The difference between beet sugar and cane sugar
• The challenges facing today's sugar industry
• Social media, agriculture advocacy, and telling agriculture's story

Listeners will also hear about the specialized equipment used during harvest, including Arts Way sugar beet harvesters and defoliators, along with some entertaining stories about sugar beet crews, harvest culture, and life in the Red River Valley.

Whether you're a farmer, consumer, or simply curious about where sugar comes from, this episode delivers a fun and educational look at one of agriculture's most misunderstood crops.

Most importantly, Mitch shares how faith, family, and farming continue to guide both his operation and his mission to educate consumers about modern agriculture.

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Relationships still matter.

In this episode of What’s Working in Ag, Tanner sits down with TJ Roemmich, Chief Credit Officer at Conterra Ag Capital and employee number one at the company, to discuss how successful farmers position themselves for growth, how lenders evaluate risk, and what producers can do when finances become challenging.

TJ shares insights from more than a decade helping producers navigate farm real estate lending and explains why strong financial records, clear communication, and trusted relationships remain critical in today’s agricultural economy. While technology continues to change the way business gets done, agriculture is still a people business where face-to-face conversations and long-term partnerships create opportunities.

Topics include:

• Why relationships continue to be one of the most valuable assets in agriculture
• How Conterra approaches lending and farm financing
• Common reasons farmers receive loan denials
• Practical ways to improve a financing application
• The importance of accurate financial statements and strong recordkeeping
• How producers can turn a “no” into a future “yes”
• Managing working capital and controlling fixed costs
• Current farmland market trends across different regions
• Why quality farmland continues to outperform weaker properties
• Beginning farmer financing opportunities through USDA and FSA programs
• Advice for young and beginning producers looking to build their operations
• The role of trusted advisors, CPAs, and financial planning in farm success

Whether you’re preparing for your first operating note, considering a land purchase, or simply looking to strengthen your farm’s financial position, this conversation offers practical advice that can help producers make better business decisions and position themselves for long-term success.

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What happens when a kid from a 10-acre farm in Germany dreams bigger than anyone around him?

In this episode of, Marcel Kringe shares a remarkable story that spans continents, cultures, and some of the largest farming operations on Earth. From learning agriculture through Germany’s apprenticeship system to working on massive farms in Russia, managing harvest crews, and eventually building a global agricultural technology company, Marcel’s path has been anything but ordinary.

The conversation covers:

• Growing up on a small mixed farm in Germany
• Germany’s unique agricultural apprenticeship system
• Farming experiences in Canada, Russia, and beyond
• Building farms from zero to 80,000 acres
• Managing combines and harvest crews across multiple countries
• Lessons learned from global agriculture
• The creation of Bushel Plus and the SmartPan System
• Helping farmers identify and reduce harvest loss
• Combine optimization and harvest efficiency
• Why measuring harvest loss matters more than ever
• The evolution from Bushel Plus to BranVault
• Strategic partnerships with John Deere
• Entrepreneurship, innovation, and growing a worldwide business

Marcel also opens up about one of the most difficult chapters of his life—a devastating vehicle accident in Australia that left him with multiple fractures, severe injuries, and a long road to recovery. His story of resilience, the support of family, friends, customers, and complete strangers, and the determination to keep building his company serves as a powerful reminder of the strength found within the agricultural community.

Whether you're interested in harvest technology, global farming practices, entrepreneurship, or simply an incredible life story, this episode delivers valuable insights, plenty of laughs, and a deep appreciation for the people who make agriculture possible around the world.

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Justin Bruch is back in the Farm4Fun studio, and as always, the conversation goes far beyond the original topic.

What starts as a discussion about a recent trip to Spain and the Maya Corn head factory quickly turns into a fascinating journey through global agriculture. Justin shares stories from managing large-scale farming operations in Ukraine, developing farms in Brazil, working in Africa, and helping introduce innovative equipment solutions that eventually led to the creation of Maya Corn heads in North America.

In this episode, the crew discusses:

• Touring the Maya Corn head factory in Spain
• How Maya Corn heads were discovered while farming in Ukraine
• Managing more than 250,000 acres across multiple countries
• The realities of farming in Ukraine before and during wartime
• Stories from Russia, Siberia, Africa, Brazil, and Canada
• Why Ukraine may have some of the best farmland in the world
• Global differences in farming practices and technology adoption
• Corn head design, reliability, and residue management
• The impact of tariffs and international trade on agriculture equipment
• Rising fertilizer and diesel costs facing American farmers
• Soil health, carbon sequestration, and regenerative agriculture
• Organic farming opportunities and market challenges
• Why equipment efficiency matters more than ever in tight-margin years

Justin also dives into the economics of modern farming, discussing nitrogen availability, residue breakdown, organic matter, and practical ways farmers can improve profitability while building healthier soils. The conversation includes an honest look at current agricultural policy, 45Z opportunities, regenerative agriculture, and what the future may hold for American producers.

Along the way, listeners will hear unforgettable stories involving international travel, farming in post-Soviet Ukraine, navigating foreign business environments, and lessons learned from agriculture around the globe. Whether you're interested in equipment, agronomy, world agriculture, or simply great storytelling, this episode delivers all of the above.

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In this special What’s Working in Ag segment, the Farm4Profit team previews TechHub Live 2026, one of the leading agricultural technology events in North America.

Joining the conversation is Grace from TechHub Live, who shares what attendees can expect when the event returns to the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines, Iowa, July 20–22.

The discussion covers:

• Why TechHub Live continues to attract farmers, retailers, agronomists, technology providers, and ag innovators from across the country
• The unique combination of education, networking, live demonstrations, and technology showcases
• Opportunities for farmers to interact directly with ag technology companies and provide valuable feedback
• The growing role of precision agriculture, automation, data management, and emerging technologies in modern farming
• Keynote presentations from leaders representing Land O'Lakes, Amazon Web Services, and Purdue University
• Special programming, including the Executive Forum and Women in AgTech events
• Why relationship-building remains one of the biggest reasons attendees return year after year

The Farm4Profit crew also shares their own experiences from previous TechHub Live events, including panel discussions, interviews with industry leaders, and opportunities to see the latest innovations before they hit the mainstream market.

For farmers looking to stay ahead of emerging trends, evaluate new technology investments, and connect with some of the brightest minds in agriculture, TechHub Live provides a unique opportunity to see where the industry is headed and how technology can be turned into measurable results on the farm.

Whether you're a producer, retailer, agronomist, ag technology enthusiast, or simply curious about the future of agriculture, this episode provides an inside look at why TechHub Live has become one of the industry's most valuable events.

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