A Better Way To Farm Podcast

In this episode, we talk about upcoming field days and why hands on learning matters so much. We share what farmers can see in the field, from liquid fertilizer systems and drones to root pits, soil testing, and real-world crop trials.

What You'll Learn:

How deep roots can access nutrients beyond the normal soil sample
Why field trials can reveal lessons for the next crop
How better nutrient management can improve efficiency and long-term soil health

Sometimes the biggest test isn't choosing between right and wrong. It's choosing between something good and what God has called you to do.

In this episode, Rod walks us through Numbers 32 and the story of Reuben and Gad, who found good land and wanted to settle there before reaching the Promised Land.

A farm is more than acres and equipment. It is a business, a family, and a legacy.

In this episode, Rod sits down with Kayla to talk about growing up in the family business, the lessons that shaped her, and what it takes to build a stronger future for farmers and their families.

So, how do you create enough opportunity for the next generation to come home?

The message is simple: you don't have to follow someone else's blueprint. Find what works for your farm, your family, and your future.

What You'll Learn:

Why every job on the farm and in the business matters
How education and leadership can strengthen a farm business
Why adding revenue streams can create opportunities for the next generation

High input costs, high interest, and uncertain markets are putting more pressure on farmers than ever. So how do you protect the farm when you can't control the price of grain, the weather, or interest rates?

You start with what you can control.

In this episode, Rod challenges farmers to stop relying on "plant and pray" and start looking closely at what each input is doing for the farm. The goal isn't simply to grow more bushels. 

It's to grow profitable bushels.

What You'll Learn:

Why chasing yield alone doesn't guarantee profit
How knowing your numbers can change farm decisions
How small decisions today can help protect the farm for the next generation

Every season brings a new list of products promising bigger yields. They sound impressive. The real question is simple: will it make you money?

In this episode, Rod encourage farmers to look past the marketing and dig into the numbers. He explains why field days, soil testing, and real field results can help farmers make better decisions for 2027.

What You'll Learn:

Why there is no one silver bullet for higher yields
How to question new products before spending money
How field days and grower results can lead to better ROI