Few people embody Beck’s legacy quite like our CEO, Sonny Beck. In this month’s episode of Across The Acres, Sonny joins David to reflect on the company’s roots, the moments that shaped its growth, and the vision guiding its future — all grounded in the same values that started it all.

This month on Across The Acres, David sits down with Scott McCorkle, Beck’s Commitment Reward Eastern Region Lead. Though Scott grew up in the area, he never imagined himself working in agriculture—or anywhere close to his hometown. Today, he reflects on his journey back, what it’s taught him about family and work, and why he believes keeping a positive attitude makes all the difference. As a husband, dad, and leader, Scott shares the lessons that continue to shape his outlook on life.

From the small town of Fifty-Six, Arkansas, to serving farmers as a Beck’s Seed Advisor, Jeff Rogers has built a career shaped by experience, resilience, and family. A dad with a deep-rooted passion for agriculture, Jeff brings both wisdom and humility to the conversation.
In this episode of Across The Acres, Jeff sits down with David to reflect on his journey - sharing lessons from his time in the industry, what he would tell his younger self, and the path that led him to Beck’s just over two years ago. 🌱

With over 30 years of experience at Beck’s, Doug Clouser has seen—and shaped—a lot of change. Starting as an intern and now serving as our Product Lead, Doug joins David on this episode of Across The Acres to reflect on the people, lessons, and passions that have defined his journey.

In this episode of Across The Acres, we’re joined by Rachel Wible, Beck’s Travel & Events Coordinator. With a heart for hospitality and a knack for connection, Rachel brings a unique perspective to her role - one shaped by a lifetime of meaningful experiences.

After 35 years with Beck’s, Tom Hooper has seen a lot change—and grown right alongside the company. As Director of Business, Tom has played a key role in Beck’s continued expansion, but he’s just as quick to credit the mentors who shaped him and the friendships that sustained him. In this episode of Across The Acres, hosts David and guest co-host Joe Mangas sit down with Tom for a heartfelt conversation about leadership, loyalty, and what it means to grow with a company over time.

On this month’s episode of Across The Acres, David and Morgan dig into the stories of Collin Scherer, PFR Operations Manager, and Aaron Carmer, PFR Location Lead. From day-to-day life in Practical Farm Research, to family, teamwork, and navigating each season of life, Collin and Aaron share an honest, lighthearted look at the work they do and the friendship they’ve built along the way.

If you’ve spent any time around the office, you’ve likely crossed paths with Toby Ripberger. Now a Senior Event Strategist at Beck’s, Toby brings over 20 years of experience—and plenty of stories—to this month’s episode of Across The Acres.  He joins David and Morgan to share insights on staying true to yourself, building strong connections, and the importance of community

They say, “Behind every great man is a great woman.” In this case, that woman is none other than Glendia Beck.
A woman of incredible talent, grace, and wisdom, Glendia has been by Sonny Beck’s side for 63 years, sharing in the journey, the challenges, and the countless memories along the way. In this special episode, she sits down to reflect on the life they’ve built together, the lessons learned, and the moments that have shaped their story.

Sonny Beck is a busy man. Have you ever wondered how he manages his day-to-day responsibilities? Allow us to introduce you to Mark Thomas.
During this episode of Across The Acres, David and Morgan sit down with Mark, Executive Assistant to Beck’s CEO, Sonny Beck. With 26 years of experience, Mark shares how he has learned to take life one day at a time in a world and career that can sometimes be stressful.