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In this episode of the Profitable Steward Podcast, I’m joined by Josh Adams of Living Soil Management and returning guest William DeMille for a powerful conversation about the future of regenerative agriculture, commodity farming, and soil health. 

We talk about the economic pressure facing today’s farmers, especially those trapped in large scale, low margin commodity agriculture, and why many are searching for practical solutions that go beyond simply cutting costs. Josh shares how living soil management offers a different path, one built on soil biology, targeted minerals, microbiology, plant diversity, and management systems that work with nature instead of against it. 

This episode explores how regenerative farming can help producers reduce dependence on synthetic chemicals, improve nutrient density, suppress weed pressure naturally, restore degraded soils, and create opportunities to move from commodity markets into more profitable direct and specialty markets. We also discuss the connection between healthy soil, healthy plants, healthy livestock, and human health, along with the growing consumer demand for cleaner, more nutrient dense food. 

If you are a farmer, rancher, steward, or agriculture entrepreneur looking for hope, practical insight, and a clearer vision for the future of profitable regenerative agriculture, this conversation is for you. 

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What if weeds are not the problem, but the messenger?

In this episode of the Profitable Steward Podcast, Jared Sorensen talks with Patti Armbrister from Hinsdale, Montana, about her powerful journey into regenerative agriculture, soil health, and plant health. Drawing from her background in cattle, teaching, and years of hands on learning, Patty shares why healthier soils lead to healthier plants, healthier livestock, and ultimately healthier people.

Together, they unpack practical ideas around soil biology, microbes, grazing management, plant succession, compost extracts, micronutrients, and reducing dependence on agricultural chemicals. Patty also explains how rest, leaf litter, root systems, and biological activity can speed up natural recovery on both ranchland and cropland.

This conversation is filled with insight for ranchers, farmers, homesteaders, and anyone interested in regenerative farming, regenerative ranching, nutrient density, livestock health, and profitable stewardship. Patty also shares her thoughts on legacy, her upcoming books, and why the future of agriculture depends on working with nature instead of against it.

If you care about soil regeneration, healthy food, sustainable agriculture, and building a stronger future for the next generation, this episode is for you.

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“Partnering with Nature to Restore All Life on Land.”

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Soil biology is quickly becoming one of the most important conversations in modern agriculture.

In this episode of the Profitable Steward Podcast, Jared Sorensen interviews soil scientist Steve Diver to explore how carbon farming and soil biology form the foundation of regenerative agriculture.

With more than 40 years of experience in horticulture, soil science, and sustainable agriculture, Steve breaks down the science behind soil health and explains how farmers and ranchers can use natural biological processes to rebuild soil structure, increase organic matter, and improve farm profitability.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• The history and evolution of regenerative agriculture
 • Why soil organic matter and carbon farming drive soil fertility
• How soil microbes, fungi, and mycorrhizae influence plant health
• The role of cover crops, grazing management, and biodiversity in soil regeneration
• Practical ways farmers can transition from chemical-dependent systems to biological farming systems
• The power of multi-species grazing, mob grazing, and livestock integration
• How microbial inoculants, compost extracts, and biological amendments work in regenerative systems

Whether you are a rancher, row crop farmer, soil health advocate, or simply interested in sustainable agriculture and regenerative farming practices, this conversation provides practical insights on building living soil systems that support both productivity and profitability.

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We’re living in uncertain times, and farmers and ranchers feel it more than most. Markets are volatile, costs are rising, and the old playbook doesn’t seem to work the way it once did.

In this episode of the Profitable Steward Podcast, Jared Sorensen is joined by farmer, educator, and student of history William DeMille for a thoughtful conversation about where we are in the cycle of history and what that means for agriculture today.

Rather than focusing on fear or hype, this discussion centers on hope, agency, and practical action. Drawing on historical patterns, regenerative principles, and real-world experience, Jared and William explore why local food systems, direct-to-consumer relationships, and community-centered farming matter more than ever.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

The “Fourth Turning” and why crisis periods create opportunity
Why traditional systems are failing farmers and ranchers
How relationships, not volume, drive long-term success
The growing demand for regenerative and locally produced food
Why direct-to-consumer marketing is a viable path for real profitability
How mindset, faith, and stewardship shape resilient businesses
This episode is an encouragement to stop waiting for stability to return and start building something meaningful, profitable, and sustainable right where you are.

If you’re looking for clarity, courage, and practical direction in a changing world, this conversation will meet you there.

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Farmers and ranchers carry more than livestock and land.
 They carry stress, legacy, responsibility, and often silent health struggles.

In this powerful episode of the Profitable Steward Podcast, Jared Sorensen sits down with health coach Mike Edgcomb Jr., joined by Selena Sorensen, to talk about:

• Mold toxicity in agriculture
 • Chronic inflammation and brain health
 • Insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction
 • Lyme disease and immune stress
 • Fasting and metabolic flexibility
 • Burnout, cortisol, and emotional resilience
 • Why holistic health matters for leadership and stewardship

Many producers struggle with fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, depression, digestive issues, and weight gain, but are told their labs are “normal.”

This conversation explores the difference between sick care and true health care, and how addressing root causes can dramatically improve quality of life, clarity, and long-term sustainability.

Because your ranch isn’t sustainable if you’re not.

If you’ve tried everything and still don’t feel like yourself… there is hope.

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We’re living in uncertain times, and farmers and ranchers feel it more than most. Markets are volatile, costs are rising, and the old playbook doesn’t seem to work the way it once did.

In this episode of the Profitable Steward Podcast, Jared Sorensen is joined by farmer, educator, and student of history William DeMille for a thoughtful conversation about where we are in the cycle of history and what that means for agriculture today.

Rather than focusing on fear or hype, this discussion centers on hope, agency, and practical action. Drawing on historical patterns, regenerative principles, and real-world experience, Jared and William explore why local food systems, direct-to-consumer relationships, and community-centered farming matter more than ever.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• The “Fourth Turning” and why crisis periods create opportunity
• Why traditional systems are failing farmers and ranchers
• How relationships, not volume, drive long-term success
• The growing demand for regenerative and locally produced food
• Why direct-to-consumer marketing is a viable path for real profitability
• How mindset, faith, and stewardship shape resilient businesses

This episode is an encouragement to stop waiting for stability to return and start building something meaningful, profitable, and sustainable right where you are.

If you’re looking for clarity, courage, and practical direction in a changing world, this conversation will meet you there.

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In this episode of the Profitable Steward, Jared Sorensen is joined by fourth-generation farmer Mike Robinson, who shares his real-world experience transitioning conventional grain ground into healthier, more resilient soil systems. 

This conversation covers: 

• How Mike recognized early warning signs in conventional systems
• What changed first when soil health improved
• Using cover crops, reduced tillage, and biological inputs
• Practical field testing like Brix, compaction, and infiltration
• Working with NRCS programs to offset transition costs
• Reducing fertilizer and water inputs without sacrificing yield
• Navigating skepticism from neighbors and family
• The economics of regenerative farming in today’s market

This episode is especially valuable for farmers and ranchers who are curious about regenerative agriculture but hesitant to risk profitability. It offers encouragement, practical insights, and a clear reminder that meaningful change starts with small, tested steps.
 
Keywords: regenerative agriculture, soil health, cover crops, reduced tillage, Brix testing, NRCS programs, water infiltration, profitable farming, regenerative farming transition, Ag Steward
 

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Estate planning doesn’t have to be overwhelming, but avoiding it can be costly.

In this episode of the Profitable Steward, Jared Sorensen sits down with estate planning attorney Brandon Dean Rains for a practical, plain-language conversation about how farm and ranch families can protect their land, their family relationships, and their legacy.

Together, they cover:

• When and why to form LLCs for farms and ranches
• How asset protection really works in agriculture
• The difference between a will and a trust
• How to think about guardianship for young children
• Succession planning when kids are still young
• Life insurance as a tool for keeping the ranch intact
• Common estate planning mistakes and how to avoid them
• Why communication matters more than documents

This episode is especially valuable for farmers and ranchers entering 2026 who want to stop postponing hard conversations and start building a plan that serves future generations.

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In Part Two of this special 2026 series, Jared Sorensen reads the full public-domain classic As a Man Thinketh by James Allen, a short book packed with timeless principles on thought, character, purpose, and personal stewardship.

This episode is for farmers, ranchers, and legacy-minded leaders who want to strengthen what’s happening beneath the surface, because your thoughts shape your emotions, your decisions, and your results. James Allen’s message is simple and powerful: you become what you consistently think about, and the inner world of the mind eventually forms the outer world of circumstances.

If you want more clarity, discipline, and steadiness in 2026, this reading will help you reset your foundation and rebuild from the root.

Best experienced after Part One.

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 In this powerful kickoff episode for 2026, Jared Sorensen, founder of Ag Steward, shares a deeply personal and practical message inspired by the classic book As a Man Thinketh. Recorded for farmers, ranchers, and legacy builders, this episode explores how unmanaged thoughts quietly shape emotions, decisions, and long-term outcomes. 

Jared breaks down three foundational principles that have influenced how he leads, stewards land, builds businesses, and raises his family. You’ll learn practical tools to recognize negative thought patterns, replace them with truth, and create space for clarity, focus, and inspired action. 

Inside this episode, you’ll discover: 

• Why most people stay stuck even when they work hard
• How thoughts drive emotions, actions, and results
• Practical tools to capture and redirect negative thinking
• Why focus, not willpower, creates lasting change
• How stewardship begins below the surface, at the root level

This episode also introduces The Steward Builder, a practical and affordable membership designed to help farmers and ranchers stop drifting and start building with intention, clarity, and peace.
 
If you’re entering 2026 with uncertainty, pressure, or big decisions ahead, this episode will help you reset your foundation and move forward with confidence.
 

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