This month, we’re celebrating and honoring 25 years of strong stewardship—and there’s no better farmer to highlight than Jeff Bidstrup of southern inland Queensland, Australia. A third-generation grower and longtime advocate for sustainable practices, Jeff has spent decades innovating to ensure the health of his land and the future of agriculture.

In this episode, Jeff shares how his commitment to stewardship has shaped not just his farm, but also agricultural practices around the world. He reflects on the evolution of soil health, climate challenges, resistance management, and the role of science and education in farming’s future. This episode is a powerful reminder that sustainability isn't just a buzzword—it's a lifelong mission for farmers like Jeff.

Tune in to learn how Jeff’s legacy continues to inspire the next generation of global stewards.

The final episode of the Global Farmer Voices special mini-series brings together farmers from across the globe to discuss the future of agriculture for the next generation. This episode features Shekhar Bhadsavle from India, Jake Ryan from Australia, and Tim Durham from the United States, offering diverse perspectives on the challenges and opportunities ahead.

Join the conversation and learn more at ⁠go.bayer.com/FarmerVoice⁠.

In this inspiring episode of Global Farmer Voices, we sit down with Lydia Sasu, a passionate advocate for women in agriculture in Ghana. From growing up on a family farm to leading the Development Action Association, Lydia has dedicated her life to empowering rural women through sustainable farming, food security, and entrepreneurship.

She shares how she mobilized women farmers, trained communities in fish processing, and worked tirelessly to create economic opportunities for women in agriculture. Lydia also reflects on the significance of International Women’s Day, the challenges female farmers face, and how collective action can lead to lasting change.

Join us as we celebrate resilience, leadership, and the future of women in farming. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode!

In this episode, we sit down with Jake Leguee, a dedicated farmer from Saskatchewan, Canada. He dives into his vital role on his family's farm and shares his passionate efforts to advocate for the agricultural industry!

In this special mini-series of Global Farmer Voices, we bring you the stories of farmers navigating the evolving landscape of agriculture. From Italy, India, and Brazil, we hear from Marco Pasti, Chitra Nehra, and Vincente Bissoni as they share their experiences with climate change, policy challenges, and the need for innovation in their operations.

With insights from Bayer’s Farmer Voice Survey—where 89% of farmers believe their voices need to be heard—we explore the real-world impacts of shifting regulations, access to technology, and sustainability efforts. Whether it’s Marco’s fight against restrictive policies in Europe, Chitra’s focus on high-value crops and regenerative agriculture in India, or Vincente’s large-scale, integrated agribusiness in Brazil, these conversations highlight the diverse yet interconnected challenges farmers face worldwide.

Join the conversation and learn more at go.bayer.com/FarmerVoice.

As we turn the calendar to 2025, we also celebrate our 25th year as an organization. To honor this milestone, we are going back to where it all started and sitting down with three of our founding members: Bill Horan, Tim Burrack, and Reg Clause.

When the Global Farmer Network was formed back in 2000, trade and technology were at the forefront of five Iowa farmer's minds. Tune in to hear three of our founding members discuss the origin story of the GFN, how the organization has shifted over time, and what is on the horizon.

In this episode of our mini-series, we talk to Sudhandshu Kumar from India, Jenny Holterman from the U.S., and Shuichi Tokumoto from Japan about a few of the digital tools they use on their farms.

In this episode, we talk to Aaron Moore, a farmer in Dubai. He talks about his efforts in indoor farming, leveraging a newer methodology called controlled environment agriculture. Farming in the desert has many challenges, but using this new technology allows Aaron and his team to have an easier time managing in the hot and dry environment. Tune into this month's episode to learn more!