Farm4Profit Podcast

By David Whitaker, Corey Hillebo, Tanner Winterhof

Our mission is to provide farms and operators an independent and unbiased outlet for information related to increasing the profitability of their farming operation. We will be providing farms and oper... more

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July 30, 2026Two New Technologies helping make Smarter Nitrogen & Fungicide Decisions
Every season farmers face the same expensive questions:
Should I spray fungicide?

Does this field really need more nitrogen?

Which fields deserve my attention first?

How do I know the recommendation is actually right?
At Tech Hub LIVE, Farm4Profit sits down with Kristine White, CEO of Spornado, and Jackson Stansell, CEO of Sentinel Ag, to explore two innovative technologies designed to answer those questions with data.
Kristine explains how Spornado captures airborne fungal spores before disease symptoms ever appear, allowing growers to make preventative fungicide decisions weeks earlier than traditional scouting. The conversation also dives into fungicide resistance testing, predictive disease modeling, and the future of automated disease alerts.
Jackson discusses Sentinel Ag's satellite-powered nitrogen management platform, which combines imagery, weather, soil characteristics, and proprietary calibration plots to help growers determine where—and whether—additional nitrogen is actually needed. The discussion expands into water management, nutrient efficiency, manure applications, and how AI could reshape agronomic decision-making.
The conversation also explores:
Disease forecasting

Satellite imagery

AI in agriculture

Crop scouting

Fungicide timing

Nitrogen management

Water quality

Retail agronomy

ROI on new technology

Data-driven farming

Startup innovation

The future of precision agriculture
If your goal is making smarter decisions before writing another input check, this episode is packed with ideas worth considering.
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July 29, 2026Salibro: A New Weapon Against Nematodes
Nematodes may be hidden underground, but they can have a major impact on the long-term productivity of orchards, vineyards, and specialty crops.
In this What's Working in Ag segment, Daniel Abruzzini of Corteva joins Farm4Profit to discuss Salibro, an innovative nematicide that's changing how growers manage root-knot, lesion, and ring nematodes in perennial cropping systems.
Unlike traditional fumigation practices performed before planting, Salibro offers growers the flexibility to make in-season chemigation applications through existing irrigation systems, helping protect valuable orchards throughout their productive lifespan.
Daniel also shares insights into California specialty crop production, including almonds, walnuts, grapes, citrus, leafy vegetables, brassicas, tomatoes, and more, while explaining why healthy root systems are critical for maximizing production over decades.
Topics include:
What nematodes are and why they matter

Traditional fumigation versus in-season management

Salibro chemigation applications

Root-knot, lesion, and ring nematodes

Orchard establishment and longevity

California specialty crop production

Irrigation and chemigation systems

Soil sampling and treatment thresholds

Root health and yield protection

Long-term orchard profitability
Whether you farm orchards, vineyards, specialty crops, or simply want to learn about emerging crop protection technologies, this episode offers a practical look at one of agriculture's newest tools for underground pest management.

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July 27, 2026What Farmers Need to Know About Biostimulants
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Dr. John Murphy, Director of Agronomy at AgXplore, joins the Farm4Profit crew to cut through the confusion and explain the science behind one of agriculture's fastest-growing product categories.
From seaweed extracts and amino acids to nutrient efficiency and stress reduction, Dr. Murphy explains how biostimulants influence plant biology, why they're different from biologicals and fertilizers, and how new research is changing the industry's understanding of crop performance.
The discussion also covers pending government definitions, future regulation, the latest university research, and practical recommendations for farmers considering their first biostimulant application.
Topics include:
What biostimulants actually are

Seaweed extracts and amino acids

Plant stress reduction

Nutrient efficiency

Biologicals vs. biostimulants

Gene expression in plants

Fertilizer efficiency

Crop nutrition

Soil health

Sustainable farming

Farm Bill regulation

Research from universities

Timing applications for maximum ROI

Future innovations in crop nutrition
Whether you're skeptical of biostimulants or already experimenting with them, this episode provides one of the clearest explanations available from a scientist who studies them every day.

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July 23, 2026Berkshire Pork, a History with Horses & Farming Without Inheriting Land
Alex Fulton joins Farm4Profit to share his journey from horse racing and landscaping to building a thriving first-generation livestock farm in Maryland.
Today, Alex raises registered Berkshire hogs, sheep, chickens, turkeys, and laying hens while selling premium meat directly to consumers through multiple weekly farmers markets. Along the way, he explains how direct marketing, quality genetics, customer education, and diversification have allowed his family to create a profitable business in one of the country's most competitive regions.
The conversation also dives into Berkshire genetics, premium pork production, direct-to-consumer marketing, grinding your own feed, Maryland Pork Producers, excavation, social media opportunities, and even Alex's background as a steeplechase jockey.
Topics include:
First-generation farming

Berkshire hogs

Direct-to-consumer meat sales

Farmers markets

Premium pork production

Sheep and lamb production

Pasture poultry

Maryland Pork Producers

Grinding your own feed

Plenish high oleic soybeans

Small farm profitability

Equipment buying

Excavating business

Marketing premium food

Starting a farm without family land

Steeplechase horse racing
Whether you're dreaming of starting your own farm, expanding into direct marketing, or simply love hearing unique agricultural stories, Alex proves there are still many paths into agriculture for people willing to build something from the ground up.
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July 22, 2026Darren Hefty on the Biggest Innovations Coming to Ag
What makes Ag PhD Field Day one of the premier educational events in agriculture every year?
In this What's Working in Ag segment, Darren Hefty joins Farm4Profit to preview everything coming to the 2026 Ag PhD Field Day, including brand-new equipment launches, recently approved herbicides, AI discussions, fertility management, and practical agronomic advice for the season ahead.
The conversation covers why farmers from across the country attend the event, how innovation continues to reshape agriculture, and why networking with fellow producers can be just as valuable as the latest technology demonstrations.
Darren also discusses current crop conditions, disease pressure, fungicide timing, drone applications, fertility economics, and offers practical advice for farmers dealing with flooded fields and prevented planting situations.
Whether you're planning to attend Ag PhD Field Day or simply want to stay ahead of the latest developments in agriculture, this episode provides a preview of the technology, products, and management strategies shaping the future of farming.
Topics include:
Ag PhD Field Day 2026

New equipment introductions

AI in agriculture

Rapidacill and Convento herbicides

Fertility management

High fertilizer prices

Fungicide timing

Tar spot and southern rust

Agricultural drones

Cover crop strategies

Field drainage improvements

Learning from other farmers

Crop scouting and crop protection
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July 20, 2026Harvest Automation - Is It Worth the Hype?
In this episode, Farm4Profit welcomes John Deere Combine Specialist Tim Ford along with Millennial Farmer Zach Johnson for an in-depth conversation about harvest automation.
You'll learn how predictive ground speed automation uses cameras, satellite imagery, and onboard sensors to maintain optimal combine performance throughout the day while reducing operator fatigue.
Topics include:
Predictive Ground Speed Automation

Harvest Settings Automation

Camera-based crop detection

Satellite imagery integration

Green crop detection

Down crop detection

Machine learning in combines

Fuel efficiency improvements

Harvest productivity gains

Operator fatigue reduction

Future autonomous harvesting

Return on investment for automation
Tim also explains how customer feedback directly shapes future software updates and how John Deere continuously improves automation through real-world testing with cooperating farmers.
Meanwhile, Zach shares firsthand experience using harvest automation on his own farm and discusses how quickly operators gain confidence once they understand how the technology works.

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41min
July 16, 2026Old Iron, Big Steam & Family Tradition : The 55th Albert City Threshermen Show
The conversation explores the history behind the Albert City Threshermen Show, now celebrating its 55th year, and why thousands of visitors continue traveling from across the United States—and even internationally—to experience farming as it once was.
You'll hear about:
Live wheat harvesting demonstrations

Antique combines and threshing machines

Steam engines and prairie tractors

Horse-powered farming equipment

Blacksmith and woodworking demonstrations

Corn shelling and sawmill operations

The famous 60 Minutes of Farming demonstration

Family activities for all ages

The annual Wheat Run and Old Power Roundup

Why preserving agricultural history matters for future generations
The episode also shares stories about multi-generational volunteers, restored equipment over 100 years old, and the passion required to keep agricultural history alive.
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51min
July 15, 2026Harvest Ready: Practical Training for Real Farm Jobs
In this episode of What’s Working in Ag, Tanner, Corey, and David sit down with Drew Grundmeyer, founder of Harvest Ready, to discuss a practical solution to one of farming’s most persistent problems: labor. Drew shares how his background in education and farming inspired him to create a training program that helps prepare people for real-world farm work before they ever climb into a tractor or grain cart.
Harvest Ready combines classroom instruction, safety training, equipment familiarization, and hands-on experience to help participants develop the foundational skills needed to support farm operations during harvest. The goal isn’t to create expert operators overnight—it’s to build confidence, improve safety, and provide farmers with a pool of trained individuals who understand the basics of agricultural equipment and harvest logistics.
Topics discussed include:
The growing labor shortage facing agriculture

How Harvest Ready was created to fill a critical need

Why basic training can make a major difference during harvest

The concept behind Harvest Ready’s Core and Alpha training programs

Safety education and equipment familiarization

Grain cart operation fundamentals

Training new operators before harvest begins

Creating opportunities for non-farm individuals to gain agricultural experience

Potential partnerships with FFA and agricultural education programs

The challenges of training across different equipment brands and technologies

Building a future workforce for agriculture

How farmers can prepare for labor needs before harvest starts
Whether you're a farmer looking for reliable help, a student interested in agriculture, or someone wanting to gain hands-on farm experience, this conversation highlights an innovative approach to strengthening the agricultural workforce and helping operations stay productive during their busiest seasons.
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July 13, 2026Specialty Crops: What Every Row Crop Farmer Can Learn
The discussion covers everything from almonds, vineyards, tomatoes, melons, cucurbits, tobacco, cotton, sweet potatoes, peanuts, peaches, apples, and leafy vegetables while comparing production practices to the corn and soybean systems familiar to much of the Farm4Profit audience.
Topics include:
Specialty crop production across the United States

California almonds, walnuts, pistachios, vineyards and vegetables

North Carolina sweet potatoes, tobacco and cotton

Why long-term planning matters in permanent crops

Water management and irrigation challenges

Labor costs versus traditional row crop production

Weed management strategies and residual herbicides

New Corteva herbicides including Hulk CA

Managing nematodes with Celebro

Disease and insect pressure in specialty crops

How growers balance profitability with quality expectations

Multi-generational family farms across specialty agriculture

What all farmers can learn from one another
The conversation highlights that regardless of geography or crop, every producer faces weather risk, pest pressure, rising input costs, and the need to make timely management decisions.
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50min
July 09, 2026Entrepreneur Reinventing Ag Equipment : The Story Behind DOSE Manufacturing
Nearly twenty years later, DOSE Manufacturing has grown into a 45-person manufacturing company producing premium agricultural equipment, including Headhunter head trailers, Freedom all-wheel-steer trailers, sprayer accessories, rock boxes, fertilizer equipment, and large LED display trailers used across the country.
In this episode, Brett walks through that incredible journey and shares the lessons learned along the way.
The conversation includes:
How DOSE Manufacturing got its start

Why Brett stopped repairing equipment and began manufacturing products

Building the first Headhunter trailer

Growing from Perry to Bouton and eventually transforming the Story City outlet mall into a manufacturing facility

Product development through customer feedback

Engineering equipment for today's larger combines and headers

Building products for agriculture and the entertainment industry

The importance of dealer relationships

Hiring employees and growing a company culture

Lessons on entrepreneurship, leadership, and customer service

Why "people buy from people"
Brett also discusses how listening to customers has driven continuous innovation, why quality always wins over the cheapest price, and how every challenge has helped create better products.
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