A Better Way To Farm Podcast

You’re probably asking yourself right now…

Should you switch more acres to soybeans this year? It’s a fair question. Input costs are high. Margins feel tight. And soybeans look like the safer, cheaper option. 

But here’s the truth…

Cheaper does not mean more profitable. In this episode, we break down how to actually decide if switching makes sense for your farm and more importantly how to make those soybean acres pay if you do. Because the goal isn’t to save money…

It’s to make more of it.

What You’ll Learn:

Should you switch to soybeans and will it actually make you more money?
How to get more ROI from every dollar you spend by placing nutrients where the plant can use them.
How to manage soybeans for higher yield with better populations, micronutrients, and in-season decisions.

Key Takeaways:

• It’s not the crop, it’s execution.
• Soybeans only become more profitable when they’re managed for yield.
• Broadcasting nutrients is one of the biggest inefficiencies in your program.
• You don’t need more plants; you need better plants.
• Micronutrients are where yield is often gained or silently lost.

The Bottom Line

If you’re switching to soybeans just to save money… you’re already behind.

But if you have a plan to manage them for yield and ROI… there’s real opportunity.

Want Help Making the Right Call?

If you want to walk through your acres, your numbers, and your plan…

Text SOYBEANS to 641-919-5570.

We’ll help you build a system focused on one thing.

Farming today is not easy. Costs are up, weather shifts fast, and every decision carries more weight. 

In this episode, we break down simple ways to get more out of every spray pass. It comes down to making better decisions with what you are already doing.

What You’ll Learn:

How to choose the right products for your goal
Why water quality impacts performance more than most realize
How to improve efficiency and protect your investment

In this episode, we explore how farmers can improve crop performance by focusing on micronutrients. They play a major role in plant health, stress tolerance, and fertilizer efficiency.

We break down why guesswork falls short and how a smarter approach, built on soil testing and proper timing can turn wasted inputs into stronger yields.

 What You’ll Learn:

The role of micronutrients in crop health
Why soil testing beats guesswork
How timing impacts nutrient effectiveness
Ways to improve yield and reduce wasted inputs

Questions Answered:

When should nutrients be applied for best results?
How do healthier crops handle stress better?
Are micronutrients the missing piece to higher yields?

Input costs are climbing. Markets are moving. Right now, every decision matters.

In this episode, Rod breaks down what’s really happening with nitrogen prices, shifting acres, and the noise coming from every direction telling you to try the next “silver bullet.”

This isn’t about reacting. It’s about making the best decision for your farm.

Because the choices you make this season don’t just impact this crop… they impact your long-term profitability.

Rod walks through real-world strategies to help you stay efficient, protect your nitrogen investment, and avoid the common mistakes that show up when pressure is high and margins are tight.

If your goal is to turn a profit this year, this is an episode you need to hear.

We cover:

How to increase nitrogen efficiency without overapplying
The risks of chasing unproven products and “quick fix” solutions
… and more

Most farmers think adding liquid fertilizer to their planter takes a huge investment. That’s not always true.

In this episode, we sit down with equipment expert Jeff and break it down in a way that actually makes sense. Real setups, real numbers, and what you actually need to get started without wasting money. We walk through different in-furrow options, what they cost, and how to choose the right system for your operation so you’re not overbuilding or overpaying.

Here’s what you’ll take away:

How to get started with an in-furrow system for around $300 per row
The pros and cons of electric vs ground-driven pumps
When it makes sense to step up to systems like FurrowJet or 2x2 fertilizer
If you’ve been putting off liquid because you think it’s too expensive or complicated, this will give you a clear, practical path forward.