Do you work in the grain industry?

If so, you should consider joining the GEAPS organization. This is the Grain Elevator and Processing Society. It consists of more than 4000 members who work in all aspects of grain – from farm to consumer, especially storage, handling, preservation, and processing.

Every year I am excited to attend their annual conference, known as Exchange.

I get to reconnect with friends and colleagues across the grain industry, both in the U.S. and internationally. And the trade show (more than 400 exhibits this year) showcases all of the new tech that is being commercialized and implemented in the industry. So many exciting new developments are underway!

In this episode I take inspiration from Chrissy Wozniak, the host of North American Ag Spotlight podcast. She frequents ag trade shows and talks to vendors to learn about their developments.

I hope you enjoy, and hope to see you at Exchange next year!

Our music is Inspiring Cinematic Asia by Lexin Music, which is available at Pixabay.

Red or green? Which farm machinery does your family use?

The history of grain is filled with the history of innovations. This encompasses not only biological advances, but also agronomic and machinery evolutions. Join us for a conversation with Neil Dahlstrom. He is an historian who is the corporate archivist for John Deere, one of the world's oldest and largest farm machinery companies. Did you know that John Deere has multiple museums and historical locations? Let’s dig in and learn more about Neil’s work. Information about him, his work, and his publications can be found at his website.

Information about John Deere’s historical sites can be found here:

John Deere Pavilion

John Deere Tractor and Engine Museum

John Deere Historic Site

Hopefully you will be inspired to visit one of these to learn more!

Our music is Inspiring Cinematic Asia by Lexin Music, which is available at Pixabay.

You may recall (see episode 11 of this season), that Claire Beitz joined me as a cohost for several episodes. The goal of these episodes was to help those outside agriculture better understand the people, practices, and innovations that keep our world fed. And to provide deeper communication within the field of agriculture as well. Together we talked with several guests from a wide range of backgrounds, including soils, plants, beef, and dairy. Hopefully you enjoyed our conversations!

Good luck with everything you do moving into the future, Claire!

Our music is Inspiring Cinematic Asia by Lexin Music, which is available at Pixabay.