Harvest season is upon us! Two weeks earlier than last year too! Matt, Kelly, and Andy get the equipment to the field to begin harvesting what Matt predicts is a subpar corn crop due to drought this summer. But right off the bat, the combine starts giving them problems.

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A new survey from Purdue highlights the awareness and value of regenerative ag with grocery shoppers - let's talk about it. Plus we are officially in the best season of the year on the ranch - calving season!

Sisters Ava and Delyn share their experiences of growing up on their family farm, where they developed a strong work ethic and deep-rooted values. They've always enjoyed welcoming visitors to the farm, and during their college years, they even launched a goat yoga business. Now both married and w...

In 1996, Alex and Annette found their slice of paradise on a 7-acre farm in Leland, IL, where they laid the foundation for their family’s agricultural journey. Passionate about farm life, and fostering a deep connection with the land. They encouraged their daughters, Ava and Delyn, not only to pu...

Explore the rise of corn ethanol in the United States in this insightful episode of The Business of Agriculture. Prior to the Renewable Fuels Standard of 2004, corn ethanol was a niche market. Fast forward to today, and nearly 40% of U.S. corn production is dedicated to ethanol. Join host Damian ...

Join us as we embark on an exciting new adventure at the farm, where we'll explore the beauty of nature, connect with animals, and experience the joys of rural life! From tending to crops to enjoying fresh produce, every moment promises to be filled with learning, laughter, and unforgettable memo...

Hay-Hey - Welcome to The Chronicles of Kayla, where I share my daily life on our first generation Hay and Cattle Farm in Northeast Missouri. Growing up I never would have guessed I would be where I am today; Running tractors, raising kids in a buddy seat, baling tons of hay and sharing that all o...

It's a race against the clock as the XtremeAg farmers work through the night to harvest their crop. Matt Miles benefits from advancements in cotton picking technology. Kevin, Chad and Temple manage breakdowns and potential weather issues that threaten to eat into their year-end profits.

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This is our second year with this variety of forage sorghum and last year we loved its drought tolerance. Drought hasn't been the case this year - which led to some replanting decisions. PLUS I do some more farm showing!

The Business of Agriculture is all about producing food, fuel, and fiber. We’re damn good at it. What we’re not so good at is promoting our products. In a marketplace that’s oversupplied on just about every Agricultural commodity, differentiation, promotion, branding, and marketing are more impor...

Jim and Laura are deeply committed to creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities in their community. In Chillicothe, IL, they’ve founded two impactful non-profits that serve both children and adults with disabilities. The first, Blue Ridge Community Farm, and second Picket Fence Fou...

Jim and Laura have a farm just outside of Chillicothe, IL that serves adults and children with disabilities giving them the chance to experience life on the farm in a unique way.

Kristina, was a small town teacher/dreamer who got into training horses by accident. She became a high performance athlete and travels to compete in "Eventing". Her riding school "Eyes Up Equestrian" is a program that has riding opportunities for all ages in Brimfield, IL.

Brandy from Olive Branch, IL, redefines the image of a modern farmer. Facing the challenges of farming along the river, her resilience was put to the test when the levee break of 2016 forever altered her family's farming operation. In this episode, Brandy opens up about her mother's struggle with...

Amy Lister, a horticulture graduate from Iowa State, first set foot on a farm in college and later married an Iowa farmer. She now works at Hoerr Nursery Garden Center and was a self-employed gardener for 8 years. For Amy, gardening is all about color and offers a way to navigate life's challenges.

In Sheffield, IL, Elizabeth is a believer in the power of relationships within rural communities. She opened Royal Super Mart, recognizing that a grocery store is vital to the social, physical, and economic well-being of her town. She and her husband, Tim, established Cornerstone, a hub designed ...

Curt, with farm family roots in Jasper and Fayette Counties, Illinois, is an avid hunter and fisherman. Passionate about outdoor safety and environmental education, he teaches 4-H shooting sports, motivated by witnessing several accidents in his youth. Curt believes lifelong passions begin with a...

Adam Sommer, a 5th-generation farmer in Metamora, IL, has transformed the family farm by opening Evergreen Farm Brewing. Now, they grow hops and brew beer, creating a welcoming atmosphere that feels like arriving at a friend's gathering. Their motto, "from ground to growler," perfectly captures t...

Amber is a versatile individual balancing many roles professionally as well as personally. Her day job is teaching 6th grade math, focusing on underserved students. On her farm, she raises rare-colored thoroughbred horses, including one that starred as "Silver" in the Lone Ranger movie. An entrep...

Matt, Kelly, and Andy take a break from getting harvest equipment ready to attend the 2024 Farm Progress Show! They get to see lots of cool new equipment, watch combine demonstrations, and catch up with friends. But the highlight of the show was getting to see inside of the New CaseIH AF11 comb...

Matt and Andy have 4 preharvest repair projects going on and not a single one of them is finished due to waiting on parts. Today, they try to cut that number in half by getting the CaseIH ripper and the GTS cornhead finished and ready for the field before getting back on the John Deere drill and...

With Luke Routh heading back to North Carolina soon, Matt gets him to repair some electrical wiring on the cotton picker while Andy starts removing the rusted out rear doors. Matt, Andy, and Luke also take advantage of some shade on a hot morning to bring the John Deere 1560 drill out of the she...

Cobalt is really important in the enzyme fixing microbial world helping with germination and resistance.

In this video, Matt dives off into farm subsidies and explains what the most common programs are, how they work, the problems with them, and most importantly, how the American taxpayer gets benefit from them.

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