In today’s episode I sit down with the impressive Frank Toves, President of AvidWater. We discuss his meteoric rise in the Irrigation Industry, the successes and struggles of the industry as a whole, some of his strategies for running one of the largest Irrigation Companies in the country and much more. I’m very grateful to Frank for making this episode happen and sharing his valuable time. Frank is truly a special individual in our industry, I’m pleased to share his thoughts with you. Enjoy the show.

In today’s episode I interview the great Charlie Abee from College of the Sequoias. Charlie has been an advocate of Agricultural Education for two decades. His vast experience and knowledge has helped him become a great educator and mentor to many students across the state of California. Charlie, along with a great staff at COS have done an amazing job maximizing industry partnerships and have grown their Ag program into something truly special. Thanks for listening and enjoy the show.

In today’s episode, I sit down with the charismatic Jason McKee of Green Leaf Ag (a Bennett Co.) Jason’s extensive knowledge in the field of water treatment is truly remarkable. We discuss Bennett’s acquisition of Green Leaf Ag, the ever changing Ag Industry in CA and some of the challenges arriving in the form of SGMA and new biological concerns. Jason is truly one of a kind, enjoy the show.

In today’s episode, I sit down with the esteemed Greg Jackson. We discuss his family’s humble beginnings from the sand mines of Cookeville TN, to the successful farming operation you may know today. Greg was generous enough to share his thoughts and opinions on farming in California, crop varieties, crop genetics and changing the stone fruit industry as we know it. You definitely do not want to miss this episode. As always enjoy the show.

Jeff Carr has been with Deerpoint Group for 18 years. Through that time he has gained the trust and acclaim of growers and many in the Ag Industry. In today’s episode we sit down and discuss what makes Deerpoint Group so special and unique as an Automated Nutrition and Water Treatment company. Topics include, unique fertilizers, application methods, new tech and much more. I hope you enjoy the show.

This week, we take a little bit of a detour on the Podcast. I had the privilege to speak with Legendary Fresno Falcon Esko Siipola. We discussed how his family immigrated to the United States, his upbringing, his career with the Fresno Falcons, as well as his valued work with the city of Fresno as the Senior Code Inspector. This man means a great deal to a lot of people, it’s my honor to share his story with you.

There simply is no one like my next guest. John Paul and his family have been involved in production and gourmet agriculture for decades. As a fourth generation farmer and entrepreneur, John has seen and done quite a bit in his young life. If he’s not farming, he’s running his very own tech company, Cultivated Technology Group. I’m proud to call this truly talented individual my friend. Thank you for listening and please enjoy the show.

In this weeks episode I sit down with the talented Co-Founder of AgProz, Neil Knaak. We discussed how AgProz was conceived, the implementation of AI and how AgProz aims to better serve their clients as a true tool to help the industry. Neil is a great guy and always a lot of fun to talk to. I hope you enjoy the show.

Season Two of the Field Focus Podcast has officially begun! This week I sit down with the incredible Mark Mcafee. We talk about how he went from working as EMT to completely changing his life and career. In addition to that we discuss the dairy industry, his work in the MAHA Movement, the history of pasteurization and much more. It was an absolute pleasure to sit down with this truly generous man. I know you will find what Mark has to say incredibly interesting, and I’m blessed to share it with you.

We are by no means slowing down here at the Field Focus Podcast. Due to the holidays, I decided to take a one episode break. Season two will premiere in two weeks from today. I’m very excited for the lineup I have for you. I hope you had a merry Christmas and a happy new year. Thank you for listening.