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. Faster Financial Decisions with FBN Finance

    14H AGO

    Faster Financial Decisions with FBN Finance

    When land becomes available — whether for purchase or rent — farmers often have to make decisions quickly. But making the wrong decision on a parcel can cost years of profitability. In this What’s Working in Ag segment, Tanner sits down with Daniel English, General Manager of FBN Financial, to talk about tools that help farmers evaluate land opportunities faster and make smarter financial decisions. Daniel has been with Farmers Business Network (FBN) for more than eight years and oversees the company’s lending, brokerage, and risk management groups. We discuss AcreVision, a digital tool designed to help farmers evaluate potential farmland quickly by providing insights such as: • Cropping history • Percent of tillable acres • Soil types and productivity • Field-level data to support fast decision-making Instead of relying solely on coffee shop rumors or secondhand information, farmers can quickly verify whether a piece of land fits their operation and budget. We also talk about how FBN Finance helps streamline the lending process with: • Digital pre-qualification tools • Experienced loan advisors with 15+ years in ag finance • Faster approval timelines • Flexible loan structures tailored to farm operations The conversation also touches on current interest rate trends and how refinancing opportunities could help farmers reduce borrowing costs. With tighter margins across agriculture, lowering interest costs can be one of the few financial decisions that directly improves the bottom line without adding risk. 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.

    11 min
  2. Spray Tank Mistakes Costing Farmers Thousands

    2D AGO

    Spray Tank Mistakes Costing Farmers Thousands

    Farmers spend countless hours choosing the right herbicide, the right rate, and the right timing.  But what if the biggest factor in spray performance is something most growers never test? The water in the tank. In this episode of Farm4Profit, we sit down with AGX to discuss how water quality and adjuvants impact herbicide performance — and why many spray failures have nothing to do with resistance or product choice. Because the reality is, You’re mostly spraying water, not chemical. And if that water isn’t conditioned properly, your herbicide may be neutralized before it even reaches the weed. We break down the chemistry happening inside the spray tank. 💧 Why Water Quality Matters • Roughly 90–95% of your spray tank is water • Many growers have never tested their spray water • Hard water minerals like calcium and magnesium can bind with herbicides like glyphosate • Once herbicide binds to these ions, the reaction cannot be reversed ⚗️ What Happens in the Spray Tank • What “hard water” actually means • How calcium and magnesium deactivate herbicides • Why spray water pH matters • What alkaline hydrolysis is and why it can degrade chemistry quickly • Why herbicide effectiveness can decline while you’re driving to the field 🧪 The Correct Mixing Order Many spray issues come from simply mixing products in the wrong order. The correct order should be: Water Water conditioner / AMS / buffering agent Herbicides Surfactants or crop oils Drift reduction products If herbicide goes into bad water first, it can bind immediately and lose effectiveness. 🌱 Understanding Adjuvants • What adjuvants actually do • The difference between surfactants, oils, buffers, and water conditioners • Why glyphosate specifically requires conditioning • The role of ammonium sulfate (AMS) • Why dry AMS sometimes fails to solve the problem 💰 The Economics of Water Conditioning We also compare the real costs: • The cheap cost of conditioning water • The expense of re-spraying fields • The yield loss from surviving weeds And we discuss an uncomfortable truth: Some weeds labeled as “resistant” may actually be survivors of poor spray applications caused by water chemistry. Proper adjuvant use and water conditioning can improve herbicide performance, reduce re-sprays, and potentially lower overall chemical usage. Sometimes the cheapest yield protection available isn’t another chemical. 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
  3. Climb Cringe Mountain: This Couple Is Building a Cattle Operation From Nothing

    6D AGO

    Climb Cringe Mountain: This Couple Is Building a Cattle Operation From Nothing

    In this episode of Farm4Profit, we sit down with Lauryn and Colin Pinkston, a young couple from Lexington, Kentucky, who are building Pinkston Cattle Company while balancing off-farm careers and a rapidly growing social media following. What makes their story unique is that neither of them grew up directly involved in production agriculture. Lauryn grew up riding horses with family ties to the Kentucky racehorse industry, while Colin spent time helping friends on local tobacco farms before developing a deeper interest in cattle production. After getting married in October 2024, the couple planned to build their first farm from the ground up. But when the right opportunity appeared, they made a bold move — purchasing a farm and downsizing their home to make the operation work. Today they’re renovating the property while growing a commercial cattle and hay business. 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.

    57 min
  4. BRIDGE Payments, Farm Bill Plans & The Future of USDA Tech

    MAR 11

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

    MAR 9

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

    MAR 5

    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
  7. 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
  8. 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.

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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
    545
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Farm4Profit Podcast

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