Today I’ve got not one, but two amazing guests (and two girls I always love grabbing a beer with) — Annaliese Wegner and Courtney Feigl, hosts of Ag’s Most Okayest Farm Girls.

Annaliese is a Wisconsin dairy farmer, Courtney is a cattlewoman with a heart for rural storytelling, and together they’ve built a platform where women in ag can laugh, vent, and feel a little less alone.

In our conversation, we talk about everything from mom life and side hustles to mental health and family dynamics on the farm. We also dive into how they started their podcast, what it’s like to share their lives online, and the pride—and sometimes chaos—that comes with embracing the “okayest” parts of this agricultural lifestyle. And of course, we play a few lighthearted games that show off their unfiltered humor.

They’re relatable, they’re hilarious, and they’re reminding us that it’s okay not to have it all figured out.

Let’s get dirty with Annaliese and Courtney.

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Today’s guest is someone whose work is shaping the future of agriculture in the most powerful way—by investing in our youth.

Molly Ball is the President of the National FFA Foundation and Chief Marketing Officer for the National FFA Organization. She’s a proud former FFA member from Vicksburg, Michigan, whose journey has truly come full circle—from wearing the blue jacket herself, to interning with FFA, to now leading its strategic growth on a national level.

In this conversation, Molly shares her path from growing up on a Michigan farm to a career in higher education development, fundraising, and ag advocacy—and how those experiences prepared her for the role she’s in today. We talk about the life-changing impact FFA has on young people, the critical role of ag teachers, and the resilience it takes to lead in an industry that’s always evolving.

We also dig into her perspective as a woman in leadership, how she balances a high-demand career with family life, and why she believes the next generation is ready and able to take agriculture to new heights.

Let’s get dirty with Molly.

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I was so excited for this conversation, because today’s guest is also one of my favorite episodes on the new TV season of FarmHER + RanchHER. She’s also one of my favorites to follows on social media, sharing her day-to-day life a way that makes you feel like you’re right there in the cab with her. 

Alex Templeton is a third-generation farmer and rancher from northwest Missouri who runs cattle and crops with her family across multiple counties. She’s been working cows alongside her dad since she was a kid, and now she calls him her business partner.

Alex and I talk about what it’s like working with family, raising her daughters in the same dirt she grew up in and competing in the Red Bull Rancher Strong event – as well as our guilty pleasures, weirdest habits, what it’s like to film with our TV crew and her love of 2 Chainz.

I loved getting to know Alex while filming for the TV show and even more so while recording this podcast. She isn’t afraid to be completely transparent and she never fails to make me laugh!

Let’s get dirty with Alex.

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Today’s guest is someone who has dedicated her voice, her platform, and heart to celebrating women in agriculture.

Katelyn Duban is a first-generation grain farmer in southern Alberta, Canada, and the host of The Rural Woman Podcast. After marrying into her husband’s multi-generational farm in 2016, Katelyn traded city life for rural life—learning how to drive tractors, run equipment, and fall in love with the land. But along the way, she also realized something was missing: a place to hear the stories of women in agriculture, told by women in agriculture.

In 2019, she launched The Rural Woman Podcast, and since then, she’s shared hundreds of conversations with farmers, ranchers, and ag professionals—earning over half a million downloads and building a global community of women who feel a little less alone because of her work.

In this episode, we talk about her journey from desk job to farm life, the challenges and triumphs of starting something from scratch, and why storytelling is such a powerful tool of connection. Katelyn’s authenticity, warmth, and commitment to lifting others up make her someone you can’t help but root for!

Let’s get dirty with Katelyn.

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• Katelyn Duban: Website | Instagram | Facebook | X | Pinterest | LinkedIn
• The Rural Woman Podcast: Website | Instagram 

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Today’s guest is proof that you can be both a powerhouse behind the wheel of a tractor and a force on social media.

Zoe Kent is an eighth-generation grain farmer from Crawford County, Ohio—and at just 26 years old, she took over the family operation. Since then, she’s built not only her farm, but also a wildly popular online presence as the face of “Farm With Zoe.” Zoe gives her followers an honest, family-friendly, and often hilarious look at rural life—from planting and harvest to equipment breakdowns and the occasional mishap.

In this conversation, Zoe shares how she went from college cheerleader to full-time farmer, the realities of succession planning, and how she’s using social media to educate, entertain, and connect people to agriculture. We talk about the balance between honoring her family’s long farming legacy and embracing new tools, tech, and ideas to keep things moving forward.

She’s funny, she’s down-to-earth, and she’s not afraid to show the dirt—literally. I can’t wait for you to hear this one.

Let’s get dirty with Zoe.

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Today’s guest is a woman who knows what it means to wear a lot of hats—and wear them all really well.

Christina Woerner McInnis is the founder and CEO of AgriMarketing Solutions, a full-service agency helping ag brands tell their stories in ways that truly connect. She’s also a fifth-generation farmer, part of the Woerner family legacy in Alabama, and a fierce advocate for the people who grow, raise, and produce the food and fiber we all rely on.

In this episode, Christina opens up about balancing entrepreneurship, motherhood, and farm life—while also running for Alabama’s Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries. We talk about the challenges and rewards of keeping a family farm thriving, the role of agriculture in Alabama’s economy and identity, and her vision for a future where innovation and tradition work hand-in-hand.

This conversation will leave you ready to join the agvocates!

Let’s get dirty with Christina.

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• Christina Woerner McInnis: Website | Instagram | Facebook 

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Today I’m talking with someone who has been a champion for agriculture for nearly two decades—she’s also someone I’ve gotten to spend a lot of time with in the last few years and has become a good friend of mine — Krista Soda.

Krista is a Senior Consultant at Nationwide Agribusiness, where she helps bridge the gap between financial services and the farming community. She’s the kind of person who doesn’t just manage partnerships, she builds them into meaningful, lasting relationships. From organizing Nationwide’s presence at events like the Women in Agribusiness Summit and the AFA Leadership Conference to mentoring interns and empowering the next generation of ag leaders, Krista is passionate about creating opportunities that matter.

In this conversation, we dig into her journey to finding her purpose in agribusiness, the role women play in shaping the future of agriculture, and how Nationwide is making a real difference in rural communities. We also get personal—talking about her love of Las Vegas, country music, and the pride she has in her fiercely independent daughter.

Krista is the perfect mix of professional insight and charm, and you might finish this episode ready to book a trip to Sin City!

Let’s get dirty with Krista.

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I am so excited for this episode and so honored to call today’s guest a friend. On top of being incredibly talented, she is smart, gritty, and beautiful inside and out.

It’s country sensation Jenna Paulette!

I’ve known Jenna for years and have loved watching her grow as an artist, get married, go through life changes, all while staying the same humble and kind cowgirl she’s always been. Jenna is the perfect example of what it looks like to stay true to your roots while chasing big dreams.

In this conversation, Jenna talks about growing up on her family’s ranch in Texas where she learned the value of hard work and wide-open spaces, and about the balancing act of being a musician, rancher, wife and now mom. We talk about the role her family and faith have played in shaping who she is, the impact of the “Yellowstone Effect” on how the world sees the Western lifestyle. She also dives into her upcoming album, Horseback, which tells the story of where she’s been and where she’s headed.

Jenna is honest, grounded, and as real as they come.

Let’s get dirty with Jenna.

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I wanted to put out a BONUS episode this week to make sure you all know about a particularly special event coming up in September:  Women in Agribusiness. It’s an annual summit that brings together women to network, share knowledge and empower each other to be leaders and changemakers in the industry. I’ll be heading to the 2025 summit in September and would love to see you there! 

Joining me to talk more about this year’s conference is Women in Agribusiness Portfolio Director Svitlana Synkovska—who many know simply as Lana and is a powerhouse in the agribusiness world. Born and raised in Ukraine, Lana’s now leading the charge to elevate women’s voices and create meaningful opportunities across the industry, and over the past 20 years, she’s produced more than 50 major agribusiness events across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas. 

In our conversation, she opens up about her journey into the ag sector, how she’s navigated cultural shifts and challenges, and why she believes so deeply in the power of women supporting women. 

Lana’s insight, warmth, and passion for building community shine through, and I know you’re going to walk away from this bonus episode feeling inspired!

Let’s get dirty with Lana.

If you’re interested

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Today’s guest is someone I first met at last year’s CattleCon in San Antonio. I got to speak with her on the FarmHER+ RanchHER Making an Impact panel at NCBA, and I now can’t wait to introduce you to intelligent, warm and witty Anna Kobza!

Let me tell you, if you think you’ve had a busy year, wait ‘til you hear what Ana’s been up to. Spoiler alert: she planned a wedding, got married, tackled a major research trial, and is mid-home renovation—all while wrapping up her PhD in feedlot nutrition and sharing her life on Instagram, fighting for the cattle feeder.

Anna digs into how she got swept away by the data, feedyards, and science of cattle nutrition. And we talk about her unconventional path into agriculture (she didn’t grow up in it), as well as how that “clean slate” perspective has allowed her to connect with consumers.

Plus we dig into guilty pleasures — for Anna it’s solo dinner dates with dirty martinis — her obsession with homemade ranch, and how she deals with internet trolls. There’s also a moment of fashion-related trauma involving white shoes and rumen fluid.

So settle in for another fun and insightful convo!

Let’s get dirty with Anna.

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