Farm4Profit Podcast

Brandon Hunnicutt works with his father and brother on land that has been in his family for nearly 120 years. As a 5th generation Nebraska farmer, his days are packed with farm responsibilities, yet he finds time to serve on the National Corn Growers Association and Nebraska Checkoff boards, act as chair of Field to Market, and chase around his seven kids. He’s also learning as much as he can about carbon and sustainability. ​“And when I’m really bored, I start learning about blockchain, because why not?” he laughs.Today, Brandon’s farm grows corn, popcorn, soybeans, and seed corn. Giltner, Nebraska, where Hunnicutt Farms is located, is a good area for corn. In fact, Nebraska is the Cornhusker State for a reason — the state ranks third in the nation for corn production overall, and first in popcorn. Although the farm has been operating for over a century, the challenges Brandon and his family face today are very different from past decades. Not too long ago, cross-pollination and herbicide drift weren’t understood as serious issues, and many growers didn’t think about an insecticides’ ability to kill everything in a field — harmful or not — from an environmental perspective. Today, concerns about the environment and climate change play a much larger role in farm operations and Brandon has seen the focus shift to the broader environmental impact of these practices.“ These are nuances that growers weren’t thinking about even 25 years ago,” he says. Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Direct Pivot Parts – Irrigation MaintenanceTravis Stephens, founder of www.directpivotparts.com.Meet Travis StephensBackground-tie to agricultureWhere is he from? Does he farm? Family? Etc….Discuss his journey and motivation to start Direct Pivot Parts.Was it a struggle to start?Is there anyone like them?Highlight the key products and services offered by www.directpivotparts.com.Independent rep – how many lines to they sell parts for?Pivot IrrigationWhat is it?How do the systems work?Why not flood, why not drip?Explain the differences between center pivot, lateral move, and linear move systems.Can you have irrigations pivots anywhere?Factors to consider when designing a system, including field size, water source, and crop type.Direct Pivot Parts - Revolutionizing IrrigationExplain how the platform works and its impact on irrigation systems.Share success stories and case studies from users of the platform.What’s new in the world of irrigation?Is there like a Toyota and a Lexus of pivots?Why do some farmers not buy higher quality parts?What typically breaks down? – what does he sell the most of?What are things our listeners can do to avoid having these common breakdowns?Overcoming ChallengesAddress the challenges Travis and his team faced while building Direct Pivot Parts.What challenges does he help his customer overcome?What’s it like being in entrepreneurship and navigating the agricultural industry giants.Discuss the future goals and expansion plans for the company.Advice for Aspiring Agricultural EntrepreneursOffer advice to individuals looking to enter the agricultural tech space.Share valuable resources and tips for success in the industry.Does he need help? SummaryChallengeInvite listeners to visit www.directpivotparts.com for more information and resources.What does Travis like most about working with farmers?Encourage listeners to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.  Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Justin is a born and raised 5th generation Iowa farmer.  He has actively farmed on 4 continents and has spent his entire career working in agriculture across North America (USA/Canada), South America, Europe, and Africa.   https://mayacornheads.com/about-us/ Justin started working on building Clear Frontier in 2018 and officially launched the business in 2019 after spending 4.5 years as the Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Canterra Capital. Canterra Capital is the exclusive manager for the Canadian farmland portfolio owned by the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB).  During Justin’s tenure in Canada the portfolio grew by 57,000 acres to 175,000.  Justin was responsible for due diligence on new land acquisitions as well as land divestments for the fund.  He also was responsible for working directly with farmers to negotiate new land leases as well as managing active leases in place with tenants.  From 2008-2014, Justin lived and worked in Ukraine.  From 2010 – 2014, Justin was the Chief Operation Officer at Agrokultura Ukraine (traded on Nasdaq Stockholm).  He oversaw the buildup of farmed acres to a height of 135,000 acres as well as refining the portfolio to eliminate the less productive acres. Justin earned his bachelor's degree in Agronomy from Iowa State University in 2000.  In 2007, he completed his MBA from California State University-Fresno.  Justin is the Co-Founder and Chairman of AgFunder.com, one of the largest agriculture crowd funding businesses in the world with a 100% focus on funding agriculture projects.Justin has remained active in their family farming operation in NW Iowa which has transitioned the majority of the farmland to certified organic in the last 5 years.  This allows him to stay very active in day to day changes in the production of crops and industry changes. Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

“The Field Advantage of Captive Financing”. General topic summary – Although banks can finance beyond what most captive lenders can, there is also a lot of red tape. Captive financing provides numerous benefits to agriculture customers including competitive interest rates, innovativeness – both tech and financing products, responsive/localized service, alternative funding options, and fast service.How captive financing is different from what a bank doesCaptive financing benefits to farmersDisadvantagesJordan’s Bio: Jordan Howe is a senior territory sales manager for Nutrien Financial. He provides financing expertise to growers across the Midwest to increase their buying power and maximize every opportunity for success. Learn more at NutrienFinancial.com.How developing an online brand can generate income….Where are they from, what do they farm, how did they get into farmingHow’s the family - do they farm with family?Tara Vander DussenNatalie KovarikMotto: “Agriculture you can relate to”What platforms are you on?Which platform did you see success on first?Do you think there is one platform better than another?What are ways individuals or companies can “make money” through social media?What was an unexpected revenue generating source through your online brand?Do you consider in-kind or product sharing revenue? Or is it just cost reduction?Where could farmers/producers get started on social media?What could/should they share?Do you start with posting or should you start with a plan?What does a social media plan look like?What are people interested in?Do you recommend a structure to their online presence? Growing your BrandWhere did you start with Discover Ag?What was the biggest contributor to the brand’s growth?What has sustained the audience since it grew?Did you have specials/events that brought people in?What do you recommend to others to draw people in?Does age of target audience matter?Older AudiencesHow do you get them engaged?How does our listener develop a target audience?What should people expect within the first couple of months of starting a platform?For small business - how to acquire leads in a low cost way?Ex. giving 10% discount to everyone that gives you a follow on instagramIs it easier as a business to build a social media presence or harder?Social Media FactsLess than 2% of the population is directly involved with agriculture60% of the global population are social media usersPeople use an average of 6.6 different social networks each monthAverage time spent on social media daily is 2 hours and 24 minutesTiktok is the most popular platform in terms of time spent 26.8% of users discover brands, products, services via ads on social media81% of organizations use social media to increase brand awareness42.62% of organizations plan to increase their social media budget in 202472.8% of internet users use social media for brand research What is Elevate Ag What did we miss?Summary and ChallengeWhat do you like most about farming and ranching or what do you like most about farmers and ranchers? Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Noah @korean.kornfarmer     Instagram: 6.9k    YouTube: 225     TikTok: 208.6k Catch UpWhere are they from, what do they farm, how did they get into farmingHow’s the family - do they farm with family?NebraskaCame to the US in 1993 (adopted)What are they up to today?What they see that excites them?What do they want to make sure they see before they leave Mail goal: education the general public what it takes to feed and power the world 4th Generation farm in central NebraskaRaises corn and soybeans on the family farmCreates content on Instagram and TikTokBachelor's degree in diversified ag and minor in agronomyDog - Remi Rides in the tractorNames EquipmentDorothy, Agatha, Irene, Wilma, AdelineFarmPlants Pioneer seedRuns John DeereLoves classic vehicles - 54 chevy pickupSocial media Negative commentsHow do you handle those?How has your audience helped you?How has social media changed his life?Why do it?How would he start it over differently?Which is their favorite platform?How do you deal with negative comments? If you were an animal, what do you think you would be?Right now, who inspires you?If you could make anything bigger on your body what would it be? Would you ratherBe 4ft tall or 8ft tallShare a bed with a walrus or an eel Ability to change the past or see into the futureOnly eat hot dogs or only eat macaroni and cheeseAlways be cold or always hot Smartest person or funniest personHave no tiktok or not be able to drive a tractor and combineAdeline or Dorothy (i believe these are names of things) What’s next for them?What can our listeners do to help?What do you like most about being a farmer?  Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

JP Baric, is not only a prominent figure in the world of blockchain and cryptocurrency but also the brilliant mind behind MiningStore.com, a trailblazing platform that has been instrumental in shaping the way we perceive and understand cryptocurrency mining. JP's journey in the crypto space began with an insatiable curiosity for the underlying mechanics of blockchain technology. Over the years, his passion evolved into a mission to democratize the process of cryptocurrency mining, making it accessible to enthusiasts, investors, and businesses of all sizes. Segment 1: Understanding Cryptocurrency & MiningWhat is cryptocurrency What is cryptocurrency mining, and how does it work?Explanation of proof-of-work vs. proof-of-stake consensus mechanisms.Discussion on the role of miners, hardware, and energy consumption in the mining process.How are his miners set up for energy use?Segment 2: Cryptocurrency as a Digital CurrencyHow is cryptocurrency as a form of digital currency and its advantages over traditional fiat currency.What is fiat currency?How can cryptocurrencies be used for transactions and payments?Discuss the role of blockchain technology in ensuring security, transparency, and immutability of transactions.Mention key cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and their use cases.Segment 3: Applications of Cryptocurrency in AgricultureDiscuss potential benefits of using cryptocurrency in agricultural transactions and supply chain management.Explore how smart contracts could streamline agreements between farmers, distributors, and consumers.Moo4ISU – selling dairy cowsHighlight the challenges and opportunities of implementing cryptocurrency in the agricultural sector.Segment 4: Future Possibilities: Cryptocurrency in AgricultureSpeculate on potential future uses of cryptocurrency in agriculture.How could blockchain technology be utilized for tracking the origin and quality of agricultural products?Discuss the potential for tokenizing agricultural assets, such as farmland or livestock.Jaclyn Wilson NFTAddress concerns about scalability, regulatory hurdles, and technological adoption in the agriculture-crypto intersection.What are some real-world examples of cryptocurrency adoption in agriculture?What else did we miss?What is some advice for those looking to begin investing in crypto? What do you enjoy most about farming, what do you like most about farmers?SummaryChallengeContact info  Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

www.agleader.comwww.sukup.comewww.steinbauer.uswww.johndeere.comWe explore the stories of the co-hosts of the Straight Forward Farming Podcast.Straight Forward FarmingOur goal is to discuss American Agriculture from a farmers point of view. We'll discuss current farming trends, machinery from the past and present, how the farming community has changed for the better and worse, and the sometimes unintended consequences of ag policies from Washington D.C. Grab a cold beer and come join us!!! Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Millennial Farmer, Zach Johnson, is a 5th generation family farmer from West Central Minnesota. Zach actively promotes agriculture by sharing his day-to-day experiences on the family farm. His vision is to build the connection between farms and consumers. Zach's mission is to become a national voice for agriculture, provide farmer to farmer education, and facilitate a collaborative conversation between farmers and the public. With over a million subscribers on YouTube, Zach's passion, experiences, knowledge, dry sense of humor and relatable personality make him a hit with audiences of all ages. His unique abilities have made him a valuable asset within the agriculture community. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or simply curious about the world of agriculture, Zach will leave you with a new perspective and a deeper appreciation for the hard work that goes into producing our food. So join Zach on his journey and discover what it truly means to be a farmer in the 21st century. Jason Cope - Understanding that perseverance is a very important factor. Stay focused on things you know you can achieve and accomplish.You can ‘minimize the background noise’ and continue to focus on that goal.  Do it in a way that’s good for yourself, but also good for others.The growth you’ll experience through that type of perseverance, is life changing.         Royce Johns - Don’t trust everything they say.Consider what they say and listen, but make your own decisions. Tony Latcham – Don’t stress/worry so much.  Enjoy that time.  Life’s too short.  It passes by in a blink of an eye.  Joy VanWyngarden – Pick friends that are “where” you want to go.Hang out with like-minded people. Jackie Wilson Flying Diamond Beef - Life will have challenges – keep a positive attitude, think about the big picture and do things for others.  Jacquelyn Leffler - No matter how you grew up in life, no one can take away your education.  But I would now change the word “education” to “experience”.  If you can figure out that the sky’s the limit, you’re gonna go far.There’s no limit to success.  If you have that mentality, success is yours already.  Viren Dsouza - Keep taking chances.  Don’t worry about others’ perception of you.  Do your own thing and go for it. Nick Tsiolis, Farmer’s Keeper - Be a sponge!Absorb and learn and ask as many questions as you can.  You have energy, time, less commitments and can really throw yourself into learning your craft.  Totally immerse yourself in the learning.  WHO do I want to be, not WHAT do I want to be.  Look at people further along in life, and more successful and have more experiences than yourself.  Tom Stanton Red Star– Don’t be afraid to move.  Don’t be afraid to try something new. Elaine Froese - Be aware of what your strengths are.  Know what you’re good at and what you should be valued at.  Have family meetings because you can’t assume everyone wants and feels the same as you. Corey – Buy Land, however you can.Dave – Why are you in such a hurry to grow up?Travel NOW (when you’re young).(Huey & Annie also)Tanner – Go do “it”.You’ll never be fully ready, just go do it. Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

@michael_bergen       Instagram: ___    TikTok: ___   YouTube: ___     Twitter: 4.8k  Catch UpWhere are they from, what do they farm, how did they get into farmingHow’s the family - do they farm with family?Aurora, NEStarted adult life <10 miles from where he grew up Father, husband, coach1st generation Nebraska row crop farmerFamily owned and operated farm  --  Irrigated corn and soybeans for biofuelsChildhood → Now2 yrs old - pushed John Deere tractors across the floor2006 - graduated from UNL → planted 1st crop on 145 acresNow: ⅔ corn, ⅓ soybeansFarms on top of the world's largest source of water, the Ogallala Aquifer - irrigate crops during summerUtilize center pivot irrigation, subsurface drip irrigation, and a smaller amount of flood irrigationCorn stored on farm in grain bins - haul during winter/spring95% of our corn used for biofuels.    *huge supporter of biofuelsStewards of the land, water, and air Fun facts: 100 mile runner, Future authorTrap shooting - with his son, uncle, nephewWife is the executive director of Aurora Development Corporation Broke ground on $20M chemical manufacturing plant - 8/11/232 Twin SonsOne has special needs (I’m not sure how willing he is to talk about it but posted on twitter)Worked 8 weeks before fair to show his animalsOther son plays baseball Started to let him drive the tractor on his own Michael coaches high school track Hamilton County Corn Growers PresidentLeadership Academy - what did this include? Who attended? Attended Commodity ClassicA delegate for Nebraska Corn growers fro Corn Congress General SessionHarvestDrought and intense heat ruined some of his crops - Ahead of schedule If you were an animal, what do you think you would be?If you could make anything bigger on your body what would it be? Word association Twitter                                     Trap-Shooting                         Irrigation                      BiofuelMilk                                          Love                Popsicle                                  Mitten  Rainbow          Zoo                                          Bracelet           Submarine                               Whiskey                      Embarrassment          Disgust                        Science           Taxes   What’s next for them?What can our listeners do to help? What do you like most about being a farmer or about farmers ? Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Beginning Farmer Advice and Story Episode When do you remember deciding you wanted to be a farmer?How did you decide to become a farmer?What inspired you to start your own farm instead of working on another one?Did you have any prior experience or background in farming?What were the initial challenges you faced when starting your farm?How did you acquire your land for farming?How did you start to acquire equipment for farming?What were your first purchases?Do you still have them?If you started over again would they be your first purchases? What investments did you make in technology or automation to improve efficiency?Did you do this right away or were they upgrades?What crops or livestock did you choose to focus on and why?How did you learn about the best farming practices for your chosen crops or livestock?Did you face any financial hurdles in the beginning, and how did you overcome them?Did you have to work another job before starting your farm?Did you use loan products?  Private, conventional, government?Did you receive any support or guidance from agricultural organizations or programs?In your first few years, Did you face any weather-related challenges, and how did you adapt to them?How did you market and sell your farm products when you first started?Any marketing advisors help?Did you establish any partnerships or collaborations to enhance your farm's success?How did you build relationships with suppliers, buyers, or other farmers in your area?How did you get neighbors to not see you as “competition”? How did you handle competition from other farmers or agricultural businesses?What role did networking and community involvement play in your farm's growth?What marketing strategies have you found to be successful in promoting your farm or crops?What were some of the most valuable lessons you learned during the early years of your farm?How did you balance your work-life responsibilities as a first-generation farmer?Is there really a balance in the beginning?Do you really just have to work hard?Did you have any mentors or role models in the farming industry?Have you diversified your farm's offerings over time, and why?What were the key factors that contributed to your farm's success?Looking back could you have done something different to have success sooner?Have you faced any setbacks or failures, and how did you recover from them?What are your future plans or goals for your farm?How do you measure the financial success and profitability of your farm?What advice would you give to someone considering starting their own farm today?  Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.