Trump's making moves on the cattle side again, but what does it actually mean for producers?

We kick this episode off breaking down the latest cattle conversation. Is this basically M-COOL under a different name? Is it something that could actually stick around, or was it an attempt to smooth things over after talk of importing more beef sent shockwaves through the cattle market? We give our take on what it could mean for American cattlemen.

Then we get into a conversation that might ruffle a few feathers: has the American consumer become entitled to cheap food? Everybody wants the farmer and rancher to produce the best, safest, most abundant food supply possible, but what happens when they expect it to stay cheap no matter what it costs to produce?

After that, we crack open the inbox for a big listener Q&A. We cover everything from cattle and herd bulls to when it makes more sense to custom hire versus buying your own equipment, and whether that bottle calf you raised should really grow up to become the bull running with your cows.

And, naturally, it wouldn't be Talk Dirt to Me without somebody getting pissed off.

One disgruntled listener took the time to let us know he had officially unclicked the Like button because we managed to trigger him once again.

Our response?

We're not building a soft audience. Go pound sand.

Cattle markets, cheap food, farm equipment, questionable bull decisions, listener emails, and hurt feelings.

Just another episode of Talk Dirt to Me.

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We're LIVE from the Farm Progress Show 2026 with Helena Agri-Enterprises!

In this episode, we're joined by Jody Lawrence and Austin Anderson for a deep dive into one of the biggest conversations in agriculture right now: what the hell is driving these markets?

With $13 soybeans and $5+ corn, we break down what's behind the recent run-up, whether today's markets are more volatile than they used to be, and what farmers should be watching as we look ahead toward 2027. Are these prices sustainable? What forces are moving the market? And what could change the picture going into next season?

But good prices only matter if you've got bushels to sell.

We also get into the agronomic side of the equation and talk about ways farmers can get more out of every acre. We dig into Grounded, a proprietary Helena adjuvant, why it could be a game changer for an operation, and how it can deliver value without breaking the bank.

This was a great episode for us not only because of the conversation, but because we got to record it LIVE from Farm Progress Show and showcase our partnership with Helena Agri-Enterprises.

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A listener wrote in and asked us straight up why we have our noses stuck up Trump's ass. Fair question. So instead of dodging it, we devoted nearly an entire episode to answering it.

We put President Trump's record on agriculture under the microscope and ran the full ledger. Biofuels, the tax package, the death tax, DEF, direct aid, and the latest farm bill failure all went on the board. Then we looked at the other side. Agricultural exports to China, tariffs on fertilizer, chemistry, and iron, and hundreds of thousands of metric tons of foreign beef entering the country while American cattle numbers sit near historic lows.

Then we graded him category by category.

We also explain why we did not automatically put the trade war in the loss column. Trump told the country exactly what he intended to do about China, and we voted for him knowing it could create some short-term pain. The real question is whether that pain produces anything worthwhile for American agriculture in the long run.

But agriculture was never the only reason we voted for him. We are conservatives. We voted for the conservative platform on abortion, the Second Amendment, government regulation, energy, taxes, and the direction of the country as a whole. So we also run the counterfactual nobody seems interested in discussing. What would four years of Kamala Harris have actually looked like for farmers, ranchers, and rural America?

Then we finish with one of the wildest farm stories we have ever covered. A Georgia farm boy raised behind three mules went broke raising laying hens, turned his chicken feed into a thousand gallons of moonshine a week, and eventually became one of the highest-paid drug pilots in history, flying cocaine for a big name.

Sixty million dollars. Twenty-six prisons across four continents. Five escapes.

And through all of it, the only thing he ever truly wanted to do was farm.

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In this episode, we cover a lot of ground as harvest officially gets underway (the earliest for Logan) in West Tennessee. We look back on our time at the Tennessee Corn Growers Association's 40th anniversary celebration and talk about just how surreal it is to see how far Talk Dirt to Me has come. Getting invited to events like this is something we don't take for granted, and we couldn't have done any of it without the continued support of our listeners.

We also share some huge news: Talk Dirt to Me has officially partnered with Helena Agri-Enterprises! We're incredibly excited about what this partnership means for the show, and we talk about our upcoming trip to the Farm Progress Show, where we'll be recording live from Helena's booth.

Finally, Logan has started shelling corn and shares the early results from his low-nitrogen approach this season. The corn is actually producing more bushels than the pounds of nitrogen applied, but depending on how you look at it, that could be either encouraging or raise some bigger questions. We break down the economics, efficiency, and broader implications of producing respectable yields with fewer inputs. We also talk a little whiskey in this one!

From major podcast milestones and exciting partnerships to harvest updates and nitrogen debates, this episode covers a little bit of everything. Thank y'all for continuing to listen, support the show, and come along for the ride.

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Every farmer says they want the land to stay in the family, but far too many leave behind nothing more than, "Y'all can figure it out when I'm gone."

In this episode, we sit down with Brent Turner, founder of Agri-Generational and author of Peace of Land, to discuss why that mindset can destroy everything a family spent generations building.

Through the fictional story in Peace of Land, Brent walks readers through the difficult decisions surrounding legacy land, family relationships, succession planning, and ultimately letting go. It's a story but it tackles a very real problem: farms that survive droughts, bad markets, and generations of hard work can still fall apart almost overnight because nobody created a plan for what happens next.

Brent explains how Agri-Generational helps farm and ranch families protect their property, prepare the next generation, and build a succession plan capable of keeping the operation and the family together.

If you own land, farm with family, or hope to pass something meaningful on to your children, this is a conversation you cannot afford to avoid. Your legacy shouldn't become somebody else's mess to figure out.

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Episode 250 demanded something bigger.

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're looking back at the farmers, fighters, inventors, rebels and outlaws who helped build the country from the ground up. From armed farmers answering the call of revolution to legendary war heroes, brutal frontier conflicts and the agricultural breakthroughs that transformed hand labor into precision farming, this episode explores the wild, bloody and often overlooked history of American agriculture.

We dig into the farmer-soldiers who fought for independence, the men whose inventions changed farming forever, heroes like Alvin C. York and Audie Murphy, and the savage last stand of Wyoming rancher Nate Champion. We also confront the harder chapter such as, sharecropping, the Dust Bowl and the 1980s farm crisis, because the real history of agriculture deserves being told.

Then farmers and ranchers from across America and beyond join us for a modern agricultural roll call, proving that this story is not finished. The machines have changed. The science has changed. The country has changed. But somebody still has to raise the food.

This is 250 episodes of Talk Dirt to Me. This is 250 years of American agriculture. And this is our message to the farmers who will still be working this ground when America turns 300.

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EARLY DROP!

Congressman John Rose joins us in the studio for one of our most wide-ranging conversations yet. As one of the leading candidates in the race for Governor of Tennessee, Rose sits down to discuss his vision for the Volunteer State, what sets Tennessee apart, and how we can preserve the values, culture, and agricultural heritage that have made it one of the fastest-growing states in America.

With hundreds of people moving to Tennessee every day, we ask the big question: How do we keep Tennessee... Tennessee?

We also tackle several of the biggest claims being made against Rose on the campaign trail. Is he in favor of China buying American farmland? Where does he actually stand on illegal immigration? We give him the opportunity to respond directly and explain his positions.

Beyond politics, we dive into Rose's deep agricultural roots, his family's farming legacy, and how that background shaped both his career and his approach to public service. Then we wrap things up with a fun surprise as John reveals his family's connection to a legendary rock star, making for one of the most unexpected stories we've ever had on the show.

Whether you're a Tennessee farmer, interested in state politics, or just want to hear an unfiltered conversation with one of the state's highest-profile candidates, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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If beef costs so much at the grocery store, why aren't cattle producers swimming in money? In this episode, we tackle some of the biggest and occasionally dumbest questions people ask about American agriculture.

We break down where your food dollar actually goes, how inflation has affected beef prices, and why expensive groceries don't automatically mean farmers are getting rich. We also explain what cattle really eat, whether livestock are treated humanely, and how farmers turn everything from ethanol byproducts to rejected candy into valuable feed instead of waste.

Then we get into the myths surrounding modern farming: Are crops drenched in chemicals? Does "organic" mean pesticide-free? Why can't farmers save their own seed? Are seed companies controlling the food supply, or are hybrids and patented genetics a little more complicated than the internet makes them sound?

We also wade into MAHA, food dyes, cereal that's still unhealthy no matter what color it is, motorcycles, government mandates, and whether cows could help you pull off the perfect crime.

Finally, we reveal the executive orders we'd sign if America ever made the terrible decision to elect us president, from abolishing taxes and the ATF to uncovering whatever the government is hiding at Area 51.

It's farming myths, expensive beef, organic pesticides, government conspiracies, and questionable presidential policy, all in one episode of Talk Dirt to Me.

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In this episode of Talk Dirt To Me, we're answering your farming questions and breaking down the biggest stories impacting agriculture right now.

We kick things off with some listener Q&As before diving into Bayer's new hybrid wheat. Is it GMO? How much more yield are they claiming? Is the ROI better than saved seed, and could hybrid wheat change the future of grain production?

From there, we take a deep dive into the latest USDA Crop Progress Report, highlighting why Tennessee continues to be one of the nation's most overlooked row crop states despite ranking among the top performers for crop conditions. We compare the top five states for corn rated good to excellent, discuss how much of the U.S. corn crop has reached the silking stage compared to last year, and what these numbers could mean for yield potential heading into harvest.

We also examine the latest farm equipment sales numbers, which segment is surprisingly showing growth, and what declining equipment sales say about the current farm economy.

Another major topic is the newly announced $11 billion in federal farm aid plus maximum ARC/PLC payments. Will the payments provide meaningful relief, or will they simply lead to higher seed, fertilizer, and chemical prices next season?

International trade is back in the spotlight as we discuss the new tariffs on thousands of Brazilian products and the complicated relationship between Brazil, China, and American agriculture. Could these tariffs create new opportunities for U.S. farmers, or will they ultimately strengthen Brazil's position with China?

And because no episode is complete without a little fun, we wrap up by talking about the recent Cyclospora outbreak, why leafy greens seem to make the news more often than steaks, and share guidance that eating more beef might be the safest strategy after all.

If you enjoy honest conversations about farming, markets, policy, equipment, and everything happening in rural America, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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If you've ever wondered whether farmland should be taken out of row crop production to make it easier for the next generation of farmers to get started, this episode is for you. We kick things off with listener Q&A and tackle one of agriculture's biggest questions: would reducing row crop acres actually help young farmers, or would it create even bigger problems?

From there, we dive into the growing conversation around relay cropping (intercropping) and discuss why innovative farmer Jason Mauck has so many people in agriculture paying attention. Is this the future of row crop farming, or just another interesting experiment? We share our thoughts on this interesting way to farm.

We also discuss replanting soybeans after deer damage, discuss practical ways to reduce deer pressure, and talk through how many we think need to be eliminated.

Then we break down the recent John Deere right-to-repair lawsuit. What does the ruling actually mean? Will farmers notice any real changes in the shop or out in the field, or is this story bigger in the headlines than it is in everyday farming?

Of course, it wouldn't be Talk Dirt to Me without getting off the beaten path. We reveal our Top 3 songs we'd want played at our own funerals, revisit classic comedies like Old School, somehow end up talking about True Detective, and prove once again that no topic is ever completely off limits.

If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe, leave a five-star review, and share this episode with a fellow farmer or agriculture enthusiast. Your support helps us keep bringing real conversations from the farm every single week.

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