Farm4Profit Podcast

David Whitaker, Corey Hillebo, Tanner Winterhof
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Our mission is to provide farms and operators an independent and unbiased outlet for information related to increasing the profitability of their farming operation. We will be providing farms and operators of all sizes and experience levels access to the latest trends, projections, and the tools necessary to increase farming profitability. We will take each episode to deliver latest news, what's working for active farms, and a topic of focus each episode. Remember, if you aren't farming for profit you won't be farming for long.

  1. BRIDGE Payments, Farm Bill Plans & The Future of USDA Tech

    19H AGO

    BRIDGE Payments, Farm Bill Plans & The Future of USDA Tech

    In this episode of Farm4Profit, we sit down with Richard Fordyce, Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation, for a timely conversation about federal policy and what it means for American producers. 💰 BRIDGE Payment Application Process • What producers need to know • How to apply • Key deadlines and considerations • How this support fits into today’s margin environment 💻 Moving USDA into the Modern Century • Online acreage reporting • Technology upgrades within FSA and USDA • Reducing paperwork and improving efficiency • What modernization means for producers at the county office level 🌎 Global & Trade Landscape • The upcoming meeting between the U.S. President and China’s President • What trade discussions could mean for U.S. agriculture • The global backdrop farmers should be watching 📜 The Farm Bill Outlook • Priorities under Secretary Brooke Rollins • What’s realistic in the coming year • How the department is approaching policy in a tight fiscal and political climate • What producers should prepare for heading into 2026   Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today! https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/   Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen!  Website: www.Farm4Profit.com Shareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.com Email address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.com Call/Text: 515.207.9640 Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5Xqw Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc  Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    16 min
  2. Early-Planted Soybeans Are Winning : How Does This Change Your Weed Control?

    2D AGO

    Early-Planted Soybeans Are Winning : How Does This Change Your Weed Control?

    More farmers across the Midwest are pushing planting dates earlier in the season to capture longer growing seasons, improved yield potential, and better crop development. In this episode of Farm4Profit, we sit down with Eric Sherder from Corteva to talk about why early soybean planting is gaining momentum and how new genetics and herbicide systems are helping farmers manage the risks. We discuss: 🌱 Why Early Soybean Planting Works • Longer growing seasons and higher yield potential • How long summer days improve plant development • The impact on pod formation and seed fill • Avoiding late-season stress from heat and drought • Regional considerations and soil conditions ⚠️ Managing the Risks • Cold stress concerns when planting early • Early-season diseases and pest pressure • Insects and nematodes that can threaten early stands • Strategies farmers use to protect young soybean plants 🧪 The Role of Seed Treatments • How treatments help protect against early-season diseases • Improving emergence and stand establishment in cool soils • Reducing later-season pest pressure • Saving time and reducing the need for additional crop protection passes 🌿 Enlist® Soybean Technology • What makes the Enlist® system different from conventional soybean platforms • Herbicide flexibility with 2,4-D choline, glyphosate, and glufosinate • Multiple modes of action to tackle tougher weed challenges • Extended application windows from pre-plant through post-emergence • How Enlist soybeans fit into modern integrated weed management programs   Learn more at https://www.corteva.com/us/products-and-solutions/crop-protection/soybean-herbicides-portfolio.html Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today! https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/   Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen!  Website: www.Farm4Profit.com Shareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.com Email address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.com Call/Text: 515.207.9640 Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5Xqw Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc  Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    34 min
  3. Lampley Brothers : From Funny Farm Memes to The Reality of Building a Farm

    6D AGO

    Lampley Brothers : From Funny Farm Memes to The Reality of Building a Farm

    Not every farm starts with generational wealth.  Not every farmer gets to farm full-time. In this episode of Farm4Profit, we sit down with Jesse and Alex — the Lampley Brothers, Middle Tennessee farmers who are building their operation the hard way. They raise: • Beef cattle • Hay • Row crops And they do it while maintaining full-time off-farm careers. What started in 2021 as funny, relatable farm memes quickly grew into a serious social media presence across Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube — connecting with tens of thousands of farmers who see themselves in the grind. 🐂 The Operation • How they split responsibilities • What their cow-calf program looks like • How they make breeding and genetics decisions • What crops and hay they’re growing • Fertility strategy and soil health approach • Equipment decisions — repair vs. replace • What technology has actually improved efficiency • The numbers they track most closely • How they budget operating expenses year over year 🕔 Farming With Full-Time Jobs • Why off-farm income has been necessary • The reality of balancing careers, husbands, fathers, and farmers • What happens when an off-farm job disappears • Advice for young producers growing their farm after hours 📱 Social Media & Brand Growth • Why they decided to hit “post” in 2021 • Why humor and relatability win • Which platform surprised them most • How they balance comedy with the real stress of agriculture • Their long-term vision for Lampley Brothers Farming This episode hits home for a lot of producers.  Because the truth is, many modern farms are built in the evenings. On weekends. With sweat equity. The Lampley Brothers represent a new wave of agriculture — hardworking, transparent, and willing to show both the wins and the struggle. If you’ve ever farmed after punching a time clock… this one’s for you. Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today! https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/   Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen!  Website: www.Farm4Profit.com Shareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.com Email address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.com Call/Text: 515.207.9640 Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5Xqw Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc  Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    50 min
  4. Strong on Paper, Tight on Cash : Here’s What Lenders Are Watching

    MAR 2

    Strong on Paper, Tight on Cash : Here’s What Lenders Are Watching

    In this episode, we sit down with Daniel Taylor, National Sales Manager at AgriFinancial (AgFi), and Ethan Turley, Underwriter, to talk about agriculture through the eyes of credit underwriters. Margins are tight. Interest rates are elevated. Commodity prices have softened. Input costs remain stubbornly high. So what are lenders actually seeing? We break down: 📉 The 2026 Farm Economy • Are we in a “pause and survive” cycle — or a full reset? • How higher interest rates have reshaped farm finance • Liquidity tightening despite strong equity positions • Commodity softness vs. sticky cost structures • Borrower uncertainty and delayed decision-making 📊 What Underwriters Are Watching Closely • Working capital burn rate • Carryover operating debt • Term debt stacking • Equipment values softening • Land values stabilizing — and adjusting in some regions • Inventory positioning shifts • Early warning signs of liquidity stress We also ask the big question: Are farms still strong on paper — but tight on cash? 🏦 Smart Restructuring vs. Desperation AgFi shares insight into a 3–5 year interest-only loan product designed to help producers shore up working capital without panicking. • Who is the ideal fit? • What problem does it actually solve? • When does restructure make sense — and when is it too late? • What separates proactive operators from reactive ones? This conversation is real. It’s candid. And it’s exactly what producers need to hear in a margin-compression cycle. Because in times like this, clarity beats comfort. Learn More: https://cgb-agfi.com/farm4profit/ Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today! https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/   Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen!  Website: www.Farm4Profit.com Shareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.com Email address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.com Call/Text: 515.207.9640 Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5Xqw Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc  Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    49 min
  5. From PTO Grinder Mixer to Beat Harvesting : 70 Years of Art's Way

    FEB 26

    From PTO Grinder Mixer to Beat Harvesting : 70 Years of Art's Way

    In 1956, Iowa farmer and inventor Arthur Luscombe built a rugged PTO-powered grinder mixer on his farm. That simple idea would become the foundation of Art’s Way Manufacturing — a company that has weathered decades of ag cycles, market volatility, and industry consolidation. Today, Art’s Way employs approximately 120–150 people across facilities in Armstrong and Monona, Iowa, producing specialized agricultural equipment designed to fill niche operational needs. In this anniversary episode, we explore: 🏗 Company History & Evolution • How Art’s Way grew from a farm-built grinder mixer into a publicly traded manufacturer • Why niche markets became their strategic advantage • How independent dealer networks have remained central to their model • What it takes to survive nearly 70 years in agriculture 🚜 Product Lines & Innovation • Grinder mixers and feed processing equipment • Bale processors and hay tools (Miller Pro & Badger acquisitions) • Sugar beet harvesters and defoliators • Manure spreaders, land graders, land planes • Portable grain augers • Combine and swather reels (Universal Harvester integration) • Modular buildings division — a key stabilizer during ag downturns • Tools and scientific divisions We also talk about: • How demand softness and inventory challenges have impacted equipment manufacturers • Why modular building growth has helped balance agricultural equipment fluctuations • The role of dealer strategy and committed niche-focused partners Joining the conversation is Jim Cronk, Inside Sales Representative at Art’s Way. Jim and his wife Shelby continue to farm a row crop and cow-calf operation while he works full-time in ag equipment sales — giving him firsthand insight into what today’s producers actually need. This episode isn’t just about celebrating an anniversary. It’s about resilience. It’s about specialization over scale. And it’s about what it takes to manufacture ag equipment in a world of consolidation, volatility, and rapid change. Because sometimes the companies that last the longest are the ones that stay closest to the farmer. Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today! https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/   Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen!  Website: www.Farm4Profit.com Shareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.com Email address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.com Call/Text: 515.207.9640 Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5Xqw Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc  Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 2m
  6. R&D Tax Credits for Farmers and Ranchers

    FEB 24

    R&D Tax Credits for Farmers and Ranchers

    Most farmers think tax credits are for tech companies and laboratories. They’re wrong. The Research & Development tax credit has been around since 1981 — originally built to encourage innovation. Over the decades, it has become more taxpayer-friendly and more accessible… but still incredibly underutilized in agriculture. In this episode, we talk with Onshore, a tax technology company founded in 2020. Joining us: • Tim Taschner – Midwest native who grew up around ADM, now leading agricultural R&D tax credit case studies • Dominic Vitucci – CEO with a background in accounting and computer science, blending tax expertise with automation We break down: • What the R&D tax credit actually is • The history behind it and how it evolved • What qualifies in agriculture (farming, livestock, food processing) • Why testing new hybrids, chemistries, feed strategies, or processes may qualify • How AI now automates roughly 80% of the documentation process • What “audit-ready documentation” actually means • The difference between deductions and credits • What happens if you haven’t paid taxes yet • How credits can carry back or forward • Why cost segregation and 179D deductions also matter Onshore’s mission is simple: Turn tax incentives from a confusing compliance burden into a strategic advantage. Instead of spending weeks building documentation manually, their software integrates with enterprise systems, processes data quickly, and delivers clean, audit-ready support — including free audit defense. In today’s tight-margin environment, producers and agribusinesses can’t afford to overlook legitimate credits. If you operate: • 800+ acres • Livestock operations • Food processing • Agribusiness support companies • Or any operation testing improvements This conversation could directly impact your bottom line. Because the smartest operators don’t just grow crops. Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today! https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/   Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen!   Website: www.Farm4Profit.com Shareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.com Email address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.com Call/Text: 515.207.9640 Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5Xqw Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc  Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today! https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/   Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen!  Website: www.Farm4Profit.com Shareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.com Email address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.com Call/Text: 515.207.9640 Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5Xqw Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc  Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 14m
  7. Big Tax Move Most Farmers & Ranchers Ignore: R & D Tax Credits

    FEB 24

    Big Tax Move Most Farmers & Ranchers Ignore: R & D Tax Credits

    Most farmers think tax credits are for tech companies and laboratories. They’re wrong. The Research & Development tax credit has been around since 1981 — originally built to encourage innovation. Over the decades, it has become more taxpayer-friendly and more accessible… but still incredibly underutilized in agriculture. In this episode, we talk with Onshore, a tax technology company founded in 2020. Joining us: • Tim Taschner – Midwest native who grew up around ADM, now leading agricultural R&D tax credit case studies • Dominic Vitucci – CEO with a background in accounting and computer science, blending tax expertise with automation We break down: • What the R&D tax credit actually is • The history behind it and how it evolved • What qualifies in agriculture (farming, livestock, food processing) • Why testing new hybrids, chemistries, feed strategies, or processes may qualify • How AI now automates roughly 80% of the documentation process • What “audit-ready documentation” actually means • The difference between deductions and credits • What happens if you haven’t paid taxes yet • How credits can carry back or forward • Why cost segregation and 179D deductions also matter Onshore’s mission is simple: Turn tax incentives from a confusing compliance burden into a strategic advantage. Instead of spending weeks building documentation manually, their software integrates with enterprise systems, processes data quickly, and delivers clean, audit-ready support — including free audit defense. In today’s tight-margin environment, producers and agribusinesses can’t afford to overlook legitimate credits. If you operate: • 800+ acres • Livestock operations • Food processing • Agribusiness support companies • Or any operation testing improvements This conversation could directly impact your bottom line. Because the smartest operators don’t just grow crops. Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today! https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/   Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen!  Website: www.Farm4Profit.com Shareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.com Email address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.com Call/Text: 515.207.9640 Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5Xqw Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc  Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 14m
  8. First-Generation Ranchers : The Bar 7 Story

    FEB 19

    First-Generation Ranchers : The Bar 7 Story

    Bar 7 Ranch in Gatesville, Texas isn’t just a working cattle and sheep operation — it’s one of the most recognized ranch brands on the internet. But here’s the twist: Cody and Erika Archie didn’t grow up ranching. They’re first-generation ranchers who built their life from the ground up — raising beef cattle and Dorper sheep while raising their two kids, Kylee and Clancy, right alongside them. And then… one random TikTok changed everything. A single video launched them into viral fame, building an audience of millions across TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. What started as documenting real ranch life turned into a full-blown social media empire for agriculture education. In this episode, we unpack: • How two first-generation ranchers built Bar 7 from scratch • The viral moment that exploded their online following • What it’s really like running a ranch while running massive social channels • The business behind the brand — merch, direct beef sales, rental properties, spec homes, and Valet Cleaners & Laundry • How they balance content creation with real cattle work • Dealing with criticism, online hate, and even death threats • Why faith plays a central role in their ranch and family life • Their carnivore health journey and lifestyle choices • What modern ranching looks like in a digital-first world The Archies represent something bigger happening in agriculture: Old industries adapting to new platforms. Traditional ranch work meeting modern storytelling. And producers realizing that education, transparency, and personality matter more than ever. Want Farm4Profit Merch?  Custom order your favorite items today! https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/   Don’t forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen!  Website: www.Farm4Profit.com Shareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.com Email address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.com Call/Text: 515.207.9640 Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5Xqw Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc  Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Our mission is to provide farms and operators an independent and unbiased outlet for information related to increasing the profitability of their farming operation. We will be providing farms and operators of all sizes and experience levels access to the latest trends, projections, and the tools necessary to increase farming profitability. We will take each episode to deliver latest news, what's working for active farms, and a topic of focus each episode. Remember, if you aren't farming for profit you won't be farming for long.

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  • Creator
    David Whitaker, Corey Hillebo, Tanner Winterhof
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    542
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Farm4Profit Podcast

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