Her dream was to become a veterinarian. But Jessica Utesch Wilson left college to come back to her family's Triple U Ranch in Washta, Iowa, after a family tragedy. She never left and now manages the operation's cow-calf herd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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SF Podcast 82: The Farmer's Daughter

You might have sticker shock when you buy seed for next year's crop. Todd Pester with Nutrien Ag Solutions explains why prices are going up, by how much, and how you can save money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SF Podcast 81: Buying seed for 2022

When the neighbors look at you funny, you’re probably doing something right. Barry Little and his son Eli operate the Blue River Ranch in Hamlin County, South Dakota. They focus on soil, cover crops, grasslands, and livestock. Their ways might be unconventional, but they’re saving money and reaping the benefits of healthy land. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SF Podcast 80: The unconventional father and son

Once tractors started replacing horses, tractor manufacturers came out of the woodwork. Some were reputable and some were downright swindlers. Successful Farming's Dave Mowitz takes us back in time with historical back stories of ageless iron. Also, if you're a collector, find out what's currently hot and what's not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SF Podcast 79: Ageless Iron and the stories behind it

Colby Frey of Fallon, Nevada is farming the same ground his ancestors first plowed in 1854. That's over 165 years of knowledge handed down from generation to generation. Colby is mixing that advice with the desire to make sure his children have a future on the farm by distilling whiskey from the grains grown on their land. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SF Podcast 78: Saving the family farm with whiskey

America's oldest family-owned creamery is located in Minerva, Ohio. Venae Watts and her brother and co-owner Adam grew up in the business, obsessing over butter like the four generations before her. In this episode, Venae talks about the history of the creamery, how their "rolled butter" came to be, and how they're preparing the next generation to take over the business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SF Podcast 77: Minerva Dairy - America's oldest family-owned creamery

When a grocery store closes in a small town, it creates a ripple effect through the entire community. The Rural Grocery Initiative based at Kansas State University is working hard to reverse that trend with advice and innovative solutions. Jodi Henke talks with Program Manager Erica Blair on how rural communities can hang on to their access to food and other staples. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SF Podcast 76: Saving rural grocery stores

Thirty-seven years ago, a young woman named Betsy Freese began her career as the assistant swine editor for Successful Farming magazine. She has had many more titles and duties since then, including having an industry-changing impact on the swine industry with her annual "Pork Powerhouses" reports. On July 1st, she is retiring. There is no doubt that Betsy has left her mark on agriculture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SF Podcast 75: Successful Farming's Betsy Freese Retires

Brandi Buzzard is the communications director for the Red Angus Association of America. Listen to hear what made her mad enough to start a blog many years ago, which continues to this day. She is also a rancher in Kansas, a mom, has caught the attention of the President of the United States, and wants you to feel comfortable with your food. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SF Podcast 74: Brandi Buzzard - Advocating for Agriculture

Time. It's what we don't have enough of, especially if you're a farmer. Michigan State Extension Health Educator Sean Knurek joins me in discussing how farmers - or anyone - can find more time for themselves. Admit it, you need a break. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SF Podcast 73: A farmer's time is precious

The 1031 Exchange has been an economic driver for 100 years and is still one of the most powerful land transfer and ownership tools for farmers and landowners. Farm families can utilize this as a way to pass along the farm without the burden of a lot more taxes. In this episode, Successful Farming Markets Editor Mike McGinnis talks with David Brown, President and Certified Exchange Specialist with Iowa Property Exchange. Their discussion explains what the 1031 Exchange is all about, and how estate taxes and stepped up basis can be connected with the program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SF Podcast 72: The 1031 Exchange Tax Deferral Tool

Despite market fluctuations, there are some who still want to become dairy producers. In this episode, Successful Farming's Mark Moore talks with Tracey Erickson, Extension dairy field specialist with South Dakota State University, and Heather Gassner, Extension livestock business management field specialist with SDSU. Success is in the details when you're planning a dairy operation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SF Podcast 71: Starting a dairy farm

No longer do you have to hop in the truck and drive for miles looking for used machinery and equipment. Jodi Henke talks with Successful Farming's Dave Mowitz about best practices when buying from dealer's lots and online from auctions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SF Podcast 70: Buying used equipment

Every soybean farmer wants the secret to high yields while saving money. DeAnna Thomas talks with Cederville, Ohio soybean producer Cory Atley about his strategies, and his advice to farmers on how they can reach full yield potential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SF Podcast 69: Strategies for soybean success

Selling your used equipment and machinery can bring top dollar if you pay attention to detail. Jodi Henke talks with Successful Farming's Executive Machinery Editor, Dave Mowitz, on where it pays to spiff up the machine, and where it probably doesn't. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SF Podcast 68: Adding resale value to used equipment

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