Around the Fencepost

Jacob Leach
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Around the Fencepost is a producer‑first podcast about real farming, real stewardship, and real people. Each episode brings you conversations with folks who still have dirt under their nails — farmers, grazers, seed dealers, and neighbors who serve their communities and care deeply about the land and livestock they steward. We talk soil health, animal health, forage decisions, and the everyday challenges that shape a farm. Just stories, practical experience, and seed and practice recommendations grounded in real‑world feedback. If you’re looking for conversations that help you think, learn, and make better stewardship decisions on your own farm, pull up a chair. The best talks still happen around the fencepost.

  1. Sep 22

    🌾Around the Fencepost Episode 26 Rhett Fruitman; Manage Your Legacy

    Rhett Fruitman, Co-Founder and CEO of Inherited Property Match, joins Jacob on Around the Fencepost to discuss preparing for a property inheritance, navigating probate, and deciding whether to keep or sell inherited real estate. For families inheriting a farm, the first question is understanding exactly what they inherited. Is it land, an operating business, equipment, or a combination of assets? That distinction shapes the decisions that follow, especially when siblings have different financial needs or ideas about the property’s future.

  2. Sep 17

    🌾Around the Fencepost Episode 25 Troy Dillard; Always be Learning

    Troy breaks down his approach towards learning and implementing regenerative agriculture with an eye on always improving. Join UT extension at Troys farm in Dickson TN on Sept 28th 2026 for the whole enchilada but enjoy this for a preview

  3. Sep 8

    🌾 Around the Fencepost Episode 24 Matt Duboise; Coop Daddy, Carolina Coops

    Matt Duboise talks Around the Fencepost about backyard birds, building a business from scratch, crisis management and building Presidential coops.

  4. Aug 11

    🌾 Around the Fencepost Episode 23 Karson Rippstein Redmond Salt UT, Jacob Leach Wet Meadows Seed

    The conversation covers the role of Redmond Salt in soil health, the impact of soil health on plant quality, and the relationship between mineral levels and livestock behavior. It also emphasizes the importance of salt as a carrier for minerals and its impact on livestock consumption. The conversation covers the importance of balance in soil and cattle health, emphasizing the 'Moron Effect' and the significance of mineral and nutritional balance. It delves into the impact of forage and nutrition testing, the transition to natural farming, and the use of garlic salt for fly control. The discussion also highlights the relationship between balanced pastures and cattle health, addressing the challenges in agriculture and the significance of cover crops. Takeaways Soil health is crucial for plant and animal healthThe quality of the plant is important for the health of the livestock Balance over maximumUnderstanding soil and cattle balance Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Redmond Salt and Soil Health03:08 The Role of Redmond Salt in Soil Health06:00 Understanding Soil Health and Plant Quality09:01 Impact of Redmond Salt on Soil and Plant Quality18:09 Mineral Levels and Livestock Behavior20:57 The Importance of Salt as a Carrier for Minerals26:40 The Moron Effect27:42 Mineral Balance and Soil Testing28:33 Forage Testing and Nutritional Balance30:34 Nutritional College and Lick Tubs31:04 Importance of Nutrition Tests33:05 Natural Approach to Cattle Health33:31 Challenges in Agriculture33:51 Impact of Cover Crops35:05 Transition to Natural Farming39:14 Garlic Salt for Fly Control43:40 Balanced Pastures and Cattle Health

  5. Jul 21

    🌾Around the Fencepost Ep 22 My take on New Regenerative Ag EO

    Another program? how? why? and does it affect me?

  6. Jul 7

    🌾Around the Fencepost Episode 21 Ernest Weaver Byron Seeds Southwest TM

    Ernest Weaver, the Southwest Territory Manager for Byron Seeds, shares his journey from dairy farming to becoming an integral part of Byron's growth. He discusses the vital role he played in the company's development and the focus on forage, grasses, and summer annuals. Ernest's commitment to superior feed and digestibility is evident throughout the conversation. The conversation covers topics related to farming, dealer networks, forage management, and the impact of government involvement in agriculture. It also delves into the significance of regenerative agriculture and the role of different players in the industry. The conversation covers a range of topics related to summer and winter annuals, government subsidies, forage improvement, and fall planting. The speakers discuss the impact of subsidies on farming, the effectiveness of forage improvement programs, and the challenges and benefits of stockpiling summer annuals for grazing. They also touch on the importance of soil management, fertility, and moisture for successful fall planting. Takeaways Forage FocusCommitment to Superior Feed Dealer networks are farmer-based and farmer-focused, providing valuable support and knowledge to farmers.Improving forage programs can lead to significant improvements in farm profitability and livestock health. Government subsidies impact farming practicesForage improvement programs can be effective without subsidiesStockpiling summer annuals for grazing requires careful managementFertility and moisture are critical for successful fall planting Chapters 00:00 The Journey to Byron Seeds12:27 Selecting Alfalfa and Summer Annuals18:48 Dealer Networks and Farmer Support36:13 Government Involvement in Agriculture54:36 Importance of Soil Management and Fertility for Fall Planting

  7. Jul 1

    How to be your Bankers Best Friend, w/ Ty Smithson Farm Credit

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  8. Jun 23

    🌾 Around the Fencepost Episode 19 Ben Masemore Genetics matter/ Jacob Leach Wet Meadows Seed

    Ben Masemore shares his journey from growing up on a dairy farm to transitioning to carpentry and housing crisis, and eventually returning to the family farm. He discusses his experience with no-till farming, soil management, and the importance of conservation in agriculture. The conversation covers the impact of cover crops on soil health, the growth and expansion of Noble, and the art and science of breeding cows. The conversation delves into the impact of genomics and AI on agriculture, the value of good cows in dairy farming, the influence of big money in the show world, and the future of dairy farming and agriculture. It also highlights the importance of educating the public about dairy farming and the continuous learning and pursuit of improvement in the industry. Takeaways Transitioning between different industries can provide valuable insights and skills for farming.No-till farming and cover crops play a crucial role in soil management and conservation in agriculture. Cover crops contribute to soil healthNoble's growth and expansionBreeding cows is a combination of art and science The impact of genomics and AI on agricultureThe importance of educating the public about dairy farming Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background08:07 Transition to Carpentry and Housing Crisis19:04 Transition to No-Till Farming and Soil Management26:09 Experience with No-Till Farming and Cover Crops33:19 The Impact of Cover Crops on Soil Health52:18 Breeding Cows: Art and Science01:08:19 The Reward of Weaving Through Challenges01:13:40 The Impact of Genomics on Jersey Breed01:20:30 The Influence of Big Money in the Show World01:26:37 The Importance of Educating the Public About Dairy Farming01:36:38 The Care and Pampering of Dairy Cows01:42:08 Continuous Learning and Pursuit of Improvement

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Around the Fencepost is a producer‑first podcast about real farming, real stewardship, and real people. Each episode brings you conversations with folks who still have dirt under their nails — farmers, grazers, seed dealers, and neighbors who serve their communities and care deeply about the land and livestock they steward. We talk soil health, animal health, forage decisions, and the everyday challenges that shape a farm. Just stories, practical experience, and seed and practice recommendations grounded in real‑world feedback. If you’re looking for conversations that help you think, learn, and make better stewardship decisions on your own farm, pull up a chair. The best talks still happen around the fencepost.

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  • Creator
    Jacob Leach
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Jacob Leach

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