The Business of Agriculture Podcast

• 390 - Why Invest in Farmland? Insights from Canada’s Largest Landowner

  Is farmland the ultimate investment? In this insightful episode, Damian sits down with Robert Andjelic, Canada’s largest private farmland owner, to explore the future of agricultural real estate. Despite having no farming background, Robert now owns 250,000 acres of prime Canadian farmland—mostly in Saskatchewan, with holdings in Manitoba and Alberta. After leaving the commercial real estate sector in 2007, Robert turned to farmland, citing water security, climate change, and the decline of arable land worldwide as key factors driving his investment. In this conversation, he shares his perspective on the economics of farmland, global instability, and the shifting agricultural landscape. Tune in to discover why farmland is becoming a sought-after asset and what the future holds for Canadian agriculture. Don’t miss this deep dive into one of the world’s most essential and evolving industries!   The Business of Agriculture Podcast with Damian Mason is Sponsored by: NewFields Ag  https://newfieldsag.com/ Redox Bio-Nutrients redoxgrows.com Gripp Gripp.ag Also, make sure to check out DamianMason.com, XtremeAg's The Cutting The Curve Podcast and The Granary.    This content is protected. ©Damian Mason, all rights reserved.   

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• 389 - The Future of Farming: Aging Farmers, Financial Challenges & Agriculture’s Big Reset

  The agriculture industry is at a turning point, with nearly two-thirds of U.S. farmers over 55 and many surpassing 65. As farming faces massive capital demands and generational shifts, what does the future hold? Adam Lasch, a self-made, first-generation Wisconsin farmer, joins Damian to explore the financial hurdles, demographic changes, and innovations shaping modern farming. Discover how the next generation of farmers can navigate rising costs, land ownership challenges, and evolving technology in this insightful conversation on the future of agriculture. The Business of Agriculture Podcast with Damian Mason is Sponsored by: NewFields Ag  https://newfieldsag.com/ Redox Bio-Nutrients redoxgrows.com Gripp Gripp.ag Also, make sure to check out DamianMason.com, XtremeAg's The Cutting The Curve Podcast and The Granary.    This content is protected. ©Damian Mason, all rights reserved.   

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• 388 - Will BioNutrients & Biologicals Be The End of Synthetic Fertilizers?

  The Agriculture industry has long relied on synthetic fertilizers, chemical inputs, and over-applied fertility—not by choice, but by necessity. Now, with biologicals, bio-nutrients, and precision application technology, farmers have better alternatives. Colton Moon, president of Redox BioNutrients, joins Damian to explore how soil health, crop nutrition, and sustainability are driving the shift away from traditional ag inputs. Can biological solutions enhance efficiency and reduce reliance on synthetic fertilizers? Tune in to find out! The Business of Agriculture Podcast with Damian Mason is Sponsored by: NewFields Ag  https://newfieldsag.com/ Redox Bio-Nutrients redoxgrows.com Gripp Gripp.ag Also, make sure to check out DamianMason.com, XtremeAg's The Cutting The Curve Podcast and The Granary.    This content is protected. ©Damian Mason, all rights reserved.   

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• 387 - RFK Jr.’s Organic Vision: Is This the Future of American Agriculture?

  With Robert F. Kennedy Jr. now confirmed as Secretary of Health and Human Services, his longstanding commitment to organic food is taking center stage. A vocal advocate for transforming the American food system, RFK Jr. believes organic agriculture could be the key to solving major health issues—going as far as claiming it could eliminate diabetes. But what would happen if American farmers were pushed to meet USDA organic standards? In this episode, Damian Mason explores the potential impacts—good, bad, and uncertain—of RFK’s push for an organic revolution. Will it reshape the Business of Agriculture, or is it an impractical vision? Tune in for a deep dive into the future of food in America!   The Business of Agriculture Podcast with Damian Mason is Sponsored by: NewFields Ag  https://newfieldsag.com/ Redox Bio-Nutrients redoxgrows.com Gripp Gripp.ag Also, make sure to check out DamianMason.com, XtremeAg's The Cutting The Curve Podcast and The Granary.    This content is protected. ©Damian Mason, all rights reserved.       

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• 386 - Tons of Sauerkraut: Capitalizing on the Fermented Food Boom

  Fermented foods are trending, and sauerkraut is having a moment! In this episode of The Business of Agriculture, host Damian Mason dives deep into the world of fermentation with Jorge Azevedo, CEO of Fermented Food Holdings. They discuss why ultra-processed foods are falling out of favor, the growing demand for probiotics, and why FFH moved to Wisconsin—home to serious sauerkraut expertise. Plus, you won’t believe how much cabbage comes off an acre! (Spoiler: it’s a whopping 45 tons!) Tune in for a fun and insightful look at the business behind the brine.   The Business of Agriculture Podcast with Damian Mason is Sponsored by: AGVisorPRO getagvisorpro.com Redox Bio-Nutrients redoxgrows.com Gripp Gripp.ag Also, make sure to check out DamianMason.com, XtremeAg's The Cutting The Curve Podcast and The Granary.    This content is protected. ©Damian Mason, all rights reserved.   

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