Farming on Purpose

Lexi Wright
  • 5.0 (12)
  • EMPRENDIMIENTO
  • CADA SEMANA
Farming on Purpose

A podcast for farmers and ranchers ready to shift for a stronger future... Stronger farm families Stronger food systems Stronger rural legacies

  1. HACE 3 DÍAS

    Building a Ranch From Scratch: How One Family's Faith and Grit Created Their Legacy

    “ I sometimes pinch myself. It's hard. Ranching isn't easy. It's not easy and I don't want to give that impression, but to get to do what you love so much and are so passionate about it…”  Laura Hicks started ranching at 19, building from nothing alongside her husband Mike in South Dakota. They went from running others' cattle to developing their own herd while raising two sons who now ranch with them. Through health battles, tough seasons, and the challenges of passing down the operation, Laura's story shows how faith, grit, and family can build something lasting. Her journey from a two-room house with no running water to a successful multi-generational ranch proves that success comes in many forms.  Key Topics:  Starting from scratch at age 19 and building a ranch with no initial land or cattle  Raising kids while ranching - managing safety and developing work ethic  Herd development through replacement heifers and improving cattle temperament  Multi-generational transition - bringing sons into the operation  Diversification through sheep operation   Managing health challenges as a ranch family   Balancing ranch life with other pursuits (writing books, dog trials)  Homeschooling while ranching  Role of faith and community in ranch success  To connect with Laura and learn more about her story, visit her website or find her on Instagram and Facebook.  LINKS  Marketing Routine class, do so here!  Join the Farming On Purpose Facebook group and visit the Farming on Purpose merch page.   Check out our favorite software tool for online sales: Thrivecart  I may earn affiliate commissions from links on this page.  Other Episodes You May Enjoy:    Episode 68: Getting Started with Stockdogs     Episode 54: Growing a Heritage Sheep Operation in California    Episode 34: Irons in the Fire with Ranch Mom Jesse Thompson    About the Host of Farming On Purpose, Lexi Wright:    I’m your host, Lexi Wright. I started the Farming on Purpose Podcast from a passion for sharing the future of production agriculture.    Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

    58 min

  2. 24/12/2024

    Special Christmas Eve Episode "Christmas Eve Puppies: A Bedtime Story"

    A Note to Parents  Dear listeners,    Tonight's episode is something special - a departure from our usual conversations. As Christmas Eve approaches, I wanted to create something a little different.     This episode is a bedtime story designed to help your little ones settle into sleep on Christmas Eve, beginning with a gentle relaxation exercise and flowing into a story that captures both the wonder of Christmas and the beauty of childhood on the farm. The story's pacing, sound design, and narrative structure are all crafted to help children wind down while feeling connected to the special magic of both Christmas and farm living. Growing up, I often demanded “kitty stories” from my dad which were the adventures of our farm cats, dramatized for long car rides and bed time. I enjoy continuing this tradition of sorts in making up stories about a cantankerous pigeon for my own kids. My own kids often listen to bedtime podcasts with a sci-fi and fantasy theme, and I’ve been wanting to create a farm kid version to take for a test run.    The Story Behind the Story  This story holds a special place in my heart because it's inspired by a real Christmas Eve from when my oldest son was just 16 months old. Our Australian Shepherd, Dezi gave birth to a beautiful set of puppies on Christmas Eve, choosing our couch over the prepared whelping box we had set up. I love how this story shows how the best gifts often come in their own time and their own way - a lesson that seems especially poignant during the Christmas season.    Episode Details  - Runtime: 35 minutes  - Recommended age: 3-10 years  - Best enjoyed: While getting ready for bed on Christmas Eve  - Audio level: Mixed specifically for bedtime listening    Regular Programming Note  Don't worry - we'll be back to our regular farming discussions in our next episode. But tonight, we're taking a moment to share the magic of farm life through a child's eyes.    Wishing all of you a peaceful Christmas Eve and a joyful Christmas morning.    Lexi  Host, Farming on Purpose

    27 min

  3. 17/12/2024

    From Conventional to Regenerative: One Family's Journey to Building a Sustainable Farm

    “ So yeah the balance of the family and the business and the farming and all that, just trying to get more systematic and efficient so that we can balance it all.”  Abby and Brooks Bowser started farming conventionally at age 20, but after realizing their corn and soybean operation wasn't sustainable, they transformed their Southern Michigan farm into a regenerative cattle operation. Now they run Bowser Family Farms, raising cattle and pigs on pasture while Abby manages both their retail meat business and a flower farm. Their story shows how determination, adaptation, and family support can help build a thriving small farm.  Key Topics:  Transitioning from conventional to regenerative farming  Small farm financial sustainability  Starting farming at a young age  Balancing multiple businesses (meat retail and flower farming)  Seasonal time management as a farming family  The importance of systematic approaches in agriculture  Learning to adapt and change initial farming plans  Moving from commodity crops to direct-to-consumer sales  Family life while building an agricultural business  Marketing challenges for local farm products  LINKS  Farming on Purpose hits 100 episodes! To celebrate, we're giving away exclusive merch and two fantastic children's books: "A Day on the Farm with Mama" by Andrea LeFevre and "Charlie Learns to be a Cowboy" by Danika Kester.  Enter by December 31st:  Leave a review on Apple Podcasts OR  Share any of our posts to your Instagram story  Winner will be announced January 1st!  Thank you for joining us as we explore success stories in agriculture and build stronger farm families, stronger food systems, and stronger rural legacies. Here's to the next 100 episodes!   Marketing Routine class, do so here!  Join the Farming On Purpose Facebook group and visit the Farming on Purpose merch page.   Check out our favorite software tool for online sales: Thrivecart  I may earn affiliate commissions from links on this page.  Other Episodes You May Enjoy:    Episode 84: From Dairy Farm Dreams to Self-Made Farmer: Derek Penrod's Journey  Episode 62: Your Life's Bingo Card and Flower Farming with Liz Fiedler of Sunny Mary Meadow Farms  Episode 80: Barn Restored into Butcher Shop Supports Growing Business Dreams    About the Host of Farming On Purpose, Lexi Wright:    I’m your host, Lexi Wright. I started the Farming on Purpose Podcast from a passion for sharing the future of production agriculture.    Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

    1 h y 7 min

  4. 10/12/2024

    Celebrating 100 Episodes: Finding Purpose in Agriculture

    “I think the most important thing is focusing on what our priorities are, because those priorities give us a purpose even when goals become unattainable or the course shifts or something happens in life that changes our trajectory. If we know what our priorities are.  We can choose to focus on those every single day.”  After 100 episodes of the Farming on Purpose podcast, this milestone episode reflects on key lessons learned about agriculture, family farming, and finding your path. From starting as a new mom uncertain about her role on a 20-acre farm to now raising the potential seventh generation on family land, the journey highlights how priorities shape daily decisions, patience pays off in farming, and entrepreneurial thinking opens new possibilities in agriculture. This episode celebrates growth while looking forward to future conversations about strengthening farm families and food systems.  Key Topics:  Personal growth journey: Moving from a 20-acre farm to managing a multi-generational family operation  The postpartum transition period and finding new purpose in agriculture  Setting priorities versus focusing only on goals in farming  The reality of timelines in agriculture - why things take longer than expected  Understanding generational farming challenges, especially around transitions  The role of entrepreneurship in modern farming's future  Financial realities: The balance between land payments and cattle payments  The need for more positive storytelling in agricultural media  Building stronger farm families while strengthening the food system  LINKS  Farming on Purpose hits 100 episodes! To celebrate, we're giving away exclusive merch and two fantastic children's books: "A Day on the Farm with Mama" by Andrea LeFevre and "Charlie Learns to be a Cowboy" by Danika Kester.  Enter by December 31st:  Leave a review on Apple Podcasts OR  Share any of our posts to your Instagram story  Winner will be announced January 1st!  Thank you for joining us as we explore success stories in agriculture and build stronger farm families, stronger food systems, and stronger rural legacies. Here's to the next 100 episodes!   Marketing Routine class, do so here!  Join the Farming On Purpose Facebook group and visit the Farming on Purpose merch page.   Check out our favorite software tool for online sales: Thrivecart  I may earn affiliate commissions from links on this page.  Other Episodes You May Enjoy:    Episode 85: Resiliency: The Secret to Success in Farming and Ranching  Episode 86: Farm Time Machine - What a Beginning Farmer and Farm Wife Wishes She Knew Sooner   Episode 31: Expanding Local Food Businesses and Food Education with Bruce's Bullseye Farms      About the Host of Farming On Purpose, Lexi Wright:    I’m your host, Lexi Wright. I started the Farming on Purpose Podcast from a passion for sharing the future of production agriculture.    Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

    35 min

  5. 03/12/2024

    Working Full Time While Building Her Farm Dream with Brenna Beard

    “Some years you're going to make more money than other years and I think as long as you  don't outpace your budget, then you'll end up being just fine.”  Meet Brenna Beard, a beginning farmer who's building her operation while working full-time in ag sales. Starting with just 35 acres of her dad's land, she's doubled her acres and even bought her first piece of ground - all while living 50 minutes from the farm. Her story shows how the next generation is finding creative ways to keep family farms alive, proving you don't need hundreds of acres or fancy equipment to get started in farming.  Key Topics:  Starting small in farming (35 acres to 75 acres)  Managing a full-time career while farming  Family farm transition challenges  Working with custom operators for equipment needs  Trying new farming practices vs traditional methods  Purchasing first piece of farmland  Balancing time between work and farm   Marketing challenges for beginning farmers  Future plans for expansion  Working with family and clear communication  Using vacation time for planting and harvest  Preserving 200-year family farming legacy  Want to follow Brenna's farming journey? Find her on Instagram and YouTube.  LINKS  Marketing Routine class, do so here!  Join the Farming On Purpose Facebook group and visit the Farming on Purpose merch page.   Check out our favorite software tool for online sales: Thrivecart  I may earn affiliate commissions from links on this page.  Other Episodes You May Enjoy:    Episode 52: Growing a First Generation Operation with Millennial Rancher Calli Williams   Episode 43: Returning to & Growing on the Ranch with Kristin Harms  Episode 50: Building Your Dream on God's Time Through Daily Dedication     About the Host of Farming On Purpose, Lexi Wright:    I’m your host, Lexi Wright. I started the Farming on Purpose Podcast from a passion for sharing the future of production agriculture.    Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

    47 min

  6. 26/11/2024

    From City Life to Farm Life: How Jessica Lewis Built Back to Roots Farm

    “Teaching classes and being able to plant the seed itself for other people to get excited for things that have been lost in our generation has also just been something that has brought  tons of happiness and joy.”   City girl turned farmer Jessica Lewis shares how she built Back to Roots Farm in Thomasville, Georgia, starting with bottle baby goats and growing into a thriving business teaching homesteading skills. With her seven-year-old daughter already sharing her passion for farming, Jessica shows how starting small and being willing to pivot when markets change can lead to success in agriculture, even without prior experience.  Key Topics:  Transition from city life to farming with no prior experience  Starting with bottle baby goats and expanding to multiple enterprises  Adapting business when markets change (from goats to chickens/soaps)  Teaching homesteading skills through classes (soap making, canning)  Balancing farming with family life  The learning curve of starting a farm (mistakes and lessons learned)  Challenge of finding mentors in modern agriculture  Raising children in a farming lifestyle  Operating a small-scale farm vs traditional large-scale operations  Pivoting from production agriculture to education/value-added products  You can find Back to Roots Farm on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, or visit their website to learn more about their classes and products.  LINKS  Land-finding guide: thetinylife.com/fop.   Marketing Routine class, do so here!  Join the Farming On Purpose Facebook group and visit the Farming on Purpose merch page.   Check out our favorite software tool for online sales: Thrivecart  I may earn affiliate commissions from links on this page.  Other Episodes You May Enjoy:    #16 Building a Homestead with Terra Larsen of Everest Acres  #54 Growing a Heritage Sheep Operation in California  #70 For the Kids: From City to Farm        About the Host of Farming On Purpose, Lexi Wright:    I’m your host, Lexi Wright. I started the Farming on Purpose Podcast from a passion for sharing the future of production agriculture.    Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

    47 min

  7. 19/11/2024

    Finding Joy in Farm Life with Heather Nienhueser

    “My life does revolve around farming but I also think we have good boundaries where I’m not resentful of that.”   Nebraska farm wife Heather Nienhueser shares her journey from ag banker to stay-at-home mom and entrepreneur. She discusses building a successful family popcorn business, navigating farm transitions, and finding joy in farm life. Through her candid stories about balancing motherhood, business, and farm life, Heather offers practical advice for other farm families – from getting through busy seasons to planning successful generational transitions.  Key Topics:  Farm Life & Family  Business & Entrepreneurship  Farm Transition  Work-Life Balance  Healthcare & Benefits  Home Projects  To connect with Heather, check out her Instagram, blog,  and website.   LINKS  Land-finding guide: thetinylife.com/fop.   Marketing Routine class, do so here!  Join the Farming On Purpose Facebook group and visit the Farming on Purpose merch page.   Check out our favorite software tool for online sales: Thrivecart  I may earn affiliate commissions from links on this page.  Other Episodes You May Enjoy:    #95 Sisters, Mothers, Ranchers: How Three Women Are Building a Legacy at Giles Ranch Beef #87 Farm Succession Planning: Securing Your Family’s Legacy #86 Farm Time Machine - What a Beginning Farmer and Farm Wife Wishes She Knew Sooner   About the Host of Farming On Purpose, Lexi Wright:  I’m your host, Lexi Wright. I started the Farming on Purpose Podcast from a passion for sharing the future of production agriculture.    Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

    57 min

  8. 12/11/2024

    From The Archive-Beginning Farming and Resetting Your Farm Practices with DL Lautenbach

    “The opportunity is out there, you’re just going to have to do a better job than trying to compete with Walmart on price and volume.”  In this episode from the vault, farmer DL Lautenbach shares his journey of rebuilding after losing his 400-head operation in 2008. Starting with just five borrowed calf hutches, he shows how thinking differently and staying scrappy helped him build back up. DL's story reminds us that success in farming isn't always about size - it's about finding creative solutions, putting family first, and defining success on your own terms.  Key Topics:  Starting Over   Creative Problem Solving  Mindset and Lifestyle Changes  Family First Farming  Smart Financial Management   Finding Your Advantage  Modern Market Adaptation  For those looking to connect with the DL Lautenbach, you can find him on TikTok and Facebook.   LINKS  Land-finding guide: thetinylife.com/fop.   Marketing Routine class, do so here!  Join the Farming On Purpose Facebook group and visit the Farming on Purpose merch page.   Check out our favorite software tool for online sales: Thrivecart  I may earn affiliate commissions from links on this page.  Other Episodes You May Enjoy:  #72 Advice from a First-Generation Farmer on Surviving Trends  #57 Living Your Authentic Ag Journey with Matt Brechwald of Off-Farm Income #84 From Dairy Farm Dreams to Self-Made Farmer: Derek Penrod’s Journey   About the Host of Farming On Purpose, Lexi Wright:  I’m your host, Lexi Wright. I started the Farming on Purpose Podcast from a passion for sharing the future of production agriculture.    Connect with me on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

    53 min
Ver todo (105)

5
de 5
12 calificaciones

Acerca de

A podcast for farmers and ranchers ready to shift for a stronger future... Stronger farm families Stronger food systems Stronger rural legacies

Información

  • Creador
    Lexi Wright
  • Años de actividad
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodios
    105
  • Clasificación
    Apto
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
  • Mostrar sitio web
    Farming on Purpose

También te podría interesar

Para escuchar episodios explícitos, inicia sesión.

Mantente al día con este programa

Inicia sesión o regístrate para seguir programas, guardar episodios y enterarte de las últimas novedades.
Elige un país o región

Africa, Oriente Medio e India

Asia-Pacífico

Europa

Latinoamérica y el Caribe

Estados Unidos y Canadá