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Welcome to Root Cause, the podcast dedicated to helping farmers thrive. Gain expert tips to boost profits, cut costs, and optimize your operations. From innovative strategies to practical financial solutions, we’re here to help you cultivate success in your fields and your business.

  1. Simplifying USDA Reporting with MyAgData | RC #25

    1D AGO

    Simplifying USDA Reporting with MyAgData | RC #25

    Amanda Bell Newcomb and Kaleb Dinwiddie talk with Michelle Tressel of MyAgData about simplifying USDA reporting, protecting farmer data, and saving time and money through One Farmer, One File. From acreage reporting to crop insurance accuracy, this episode breaks down how digital tools are easing one of farming’s biggest paperwork headaches. MyAgData's website: https://myagdata.com Root Cause is brought to you by our incredible sponsors: Rooted - Empowering Farmers to Maximize Yield and Profitability: https://www.rooted-ag.com/rooted Endurance Ag – Pioneering Solutions for Modern Agriculture: https://www.rooted-ag.com/endurance-ag Root Cause Podcast - https://www.rooted-ag.com/root-cause-podcast The Van Trump Report – A Roadmap to Better Decision Making https://www.vantrumpreport.com AgSwag – Your #1 Source for the Coolest Swag in Ag https://agswagbrand.com AGRIMINDS - Kacee Bohle Coaching https://www.kaceebohle.com/agriminds SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@rootcauseag Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0mk8dIlBWwbjrdfXCaU42E Social links: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568608010615 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootcauseag TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rootcauseag?lang=en Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rootcauseag

    23 min
  2. Vibe Farmer - Episode 6

    2D AGO

    Vibe Farmer - Episode 6

    This week’s episode of The Vibe Farmer reflects on a trip to the AgriMinds Summit in Ohio and turns into a broader, honest conversation about curiosity, connection, and life in agriculture. We talk travel mishaps, lessons from the road, planting season decisions, regenerative ag ideas, everyday food realities, and what it looks like to keep learning, laughing, and choosing hope when things feel uncertain. No answers tied up with a bow — just real conversation from the field and the passenger seat. Root Cause is brought to you by our incredible sponsors: Rooted - Empowering Farmers to Maximize Yield and Profitability: https://www.rooted-ag.com/rooted Endurance Ag – Pioneering Solutions for Modern Agriculture: https://www.rooted-ag.com/endurance-ag Root Cause Podcast - https://www.rooted-ag.com/root-cause-podcast The Van Trump Report – A Roadmap to Better Decision Making https://www.vantrumpreport.com AgSwag – Your #1 Source for the Coolest Swag in Ag https://agswagbrand.com AGRIMINDS - Kacee Bohle Coaching https://www.kaceebohle.com/agriminds SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@rootcauseag Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0mk8dIlBWwbjrdfXCaU42E Social links: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568608010615 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootcauseag TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rootcauseag Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rootcauseag

    32 min
  3. Vibe Farmer - Episode 5

    MAR 18

    Vibe Farmer - Episode 5

    In this episode of The Vibe Farmer, we’re talking real life and real farming — from new sleep routines and farmer vibes to planting by the moon and why soil biology matters more than people think. We break down Boost in simple terms, talk tech and trust in modern agriculture, touch on global fertilizer pressures, and answer listener questions about ROI, niche markets, hemp, logistics, and ag tourism. Toss in some pop culture, Oscars chatter, Irish wisdom, and a reminder that timing, patience, and healthy soil are still the foundation of everything, and you’ve got this week’s conversation. John Kempf's AEA Website: https://advancingecoag.com Root Cause is brought to you by our incredible sponsors: Rooted - Empowering Farmers to Maximize Yield and Profitability: https://www.rooted-ag.com/rooted Endurance Ag – Pioneering Solutions for Modern Agriculture: https://www.rooted-ag.com/endurance-ag Root Cause Podcast - https://www.rooted-ag.com/root-cause-podcast The Van Trump Report – A Roadmap to Better Decision Making https://www.vantrumpreport.com AgSwag – Your #1 Source for the Coolest Swag in Ag https://agswagbrand.com AGRIMINDS - Kacee Bohle Coaching https://www.kaceebohle.com/agriminds SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@rootcauseag Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0mk8dIlBWwbjrdfXCaU42E Social links: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568608010615 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootcauseag TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rootcauseag Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rootcauseag

    41 min
  4. Breaking the Curse with Jim Martindale | RC #24

    MAR 10

    Breaking the Curse with Jim Martindale | RC #24

    In this Root Cause Podcast episode, we sit down with soil expert and Curse Buster inventor Jim Martindale to discuss the discoveries that reshaped his understanding of soil structure, compaction, water movement, and root development. Jim shares how a New Zealand pasture aerator, years of consulting, and a key moment in Genesis 8:21 led him to develop the technology behind the Curse Buster. We cover why percolation matters more than infiltration, how silt layers quietly limit crop performance, the power of capillary water, and why CO₂ from healthy soil biology fuels big yields—especially in dry years. Jim also reflects on global soil observations, the limits of no‑till, and the surprising field results farmers see when their soil finally breathes again. Jim Martindale's website: https://soilcursebuster.com Root Cause is brought to you by our incredible sponsors: Rooted - Empowering Farmers to Maximize Yield and Profitability: https://www.rooted-ag.com/rooted Endurance Ag – Pioneering Solutions for Modern Agriculture: https://www.rooted-ag.com/endurance-ag Root Cause Podcast - https://www.rooted-ag.com/root-cause-podcast The Van Trump Report – A Roadmap to Better Decision Making https://www.vantrumpreport.com AgSwag – Your #1 Source for the Coolest Swag in Ag https://agswagbrand.com AGRIMINDS - Kacee Bohle Coaching https://www.kaceebohle.com/agriminds SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@rootcauseag Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0mk8dIlBWwbjrdfXCaU42E Social links: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568608010615 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootcauseag TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rootcauseag?lang=en Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rootcauseag

    59 min
  5. Vibe Farmer - Episode 4

    MAR 8

    Vibe Farmer - Episode 4

    In Episode 4 of The Vibe Farmer, Kaleb and Rachel dive into everything from Young Dolph and tarot cards to storm‑day vibes, farming updates, and Harry Styles’ newest album. They share weekly quotes, talk hope and burnout, swap movie recommendations, and challenge listeners to loosen up, dance a little, and enjoy the moment. It’s a light, fun, and thoughtful conversation packed with good energy and real‑life insight. Root Cause is brought to you by our incredible sponsors: Rooted - Empowering Farmers to Maximize Yield and Profitability: https://www.rooted-ag.com/rooted Endurance Ag – Pioneering Solutions for Modern Agriculture: https://www.rooted-ag.com/endurance-ag Root Cause Podcast - https://www.rooted-ag.com/root-cause-podcast The Van Trump Report – A Roadmap to Better Decision Making https://www.vantrumpreport.com AgSwag – Your #1 Source for the Coolest Swag in Ag https://agswagbrand.com AGRIMINDS - Kacee Bohle Coaching https://www.kaceebohle.com/agriminds SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC87uLp6CcZ82l9oWo0Ac4AA Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0mk8dIlBWwbjrdfXCaU42E Social links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Root-Cause/61568608010615 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootcauseag TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rootcauseag Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rootcauseag

    30 min
  6. Faith and Farming with Cliff Carter | RC #23

    MAR 7

    Faith and Farming with Cliff Carter | RC #23

    In this powerful episode of the Root Cause Podcast, Kaleb and Amanda sit down with longtime friend and fifth‑generation Arkansas farmer Cliff Carter for an honest, heartfelt conversation about family legacy, faith, farming through adversity, and the real challenges facing agriculture today. Cliff shares his upbringing on a humble sharecropping operation, the lessons passed down through generations, and the personal trials that shaped his life—including the loss of his twin brother and the hard realities of sustaining a farm through unpredictable markets. He also opens up about Turnrow Ministries, Make‑A‑Wish, community outreach, and the hope found in serving others, offering encouragement for the next generation of growers and a reminder that “the promise is greater than the storm.” 13th Annual Make-A-Wish and Ag for Autism Auction: https://www.facebook.com/events/paragould-community-center/13th-annual-make-a-wishag-for-autism-dinner-auction/2278031962697261 Turnrow Ministries: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1887411018139100 Root Cause is brought to you by our incredible sponsors: Rooted - Empowering Farmers to Maximize Yield and Profitability: https://www.rooted-ag.com/rooted Endurance Ag – Pioneering Solutions for Modern Agriculture: https://www.rooted-ag.com/endurance-ag Root Cause Podcast - https://www.rooted-ag.com/root-cause-podcast The Van Trump Report – A Roadmap to Better Decision Making https://www.vantrumpreport.com AgSwag – Your #1 Source for the Coolest Swag in Ag https://agswagbrand.com AGRIMINDS - Kacee Bohle Coaching https://www.kaceebohle.com/agriminds SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC87uLp6CcZ82l9oWo0Ac4AA Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0mk8dIlBWwbjrdfXCaU42E Social links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/RootCause/61568608010615 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootcauseag TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rootcauseag Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rootcauseag

    51 min
  7. Vibe Farmer - Episode 3

    MAR 4

    Vibe Farmer - Episode 3

    In this episode of The Vibe Farmer, Kaleb and Rachel reconnect back home after a whirlwind stretch traveling from the Arizona border to Yuma, San Antonio, and Memphis—diving into peer groups, the Commodity Classic, the Gin Show, and nonstop lessons about agriculture, community, consolidation, and the future of farming. They reflect on inspiring quotes, early‑morning flights, the exhaustion of ag‑life pacing, learning from farmers across the country, the realities of tight margins and changing technology, and the challenges facing both producers and consumers as the industry becomes increasingly consolidated. With plenty of laughs, surprises, and pop‑culture tangents along the way, this episode blends travel stories, ag insights, policy concerns, and farm‑life experiences as Rachel continues her first crash‑course season in agriculture. Farm Action: https://www.facebook.com/FarmActionUS Root Cause is brought to you by our incredible sponsors: Rooted - Empowering Farmers to Maximize Yield and Profitability: https://www.rooted-ag.com/rooted Endurance Ag – Pioneering Solutions for Modern Agriculture: https://www.rooted-ag.com/endurance-ag Root Cause Podcast - https://www.rooted-ag.com/root-cause-podcast The Van Trump Report – A Roadmap to Better Decision Making https://www.vantrumpreport.com AgSwag – Your #1 Source for the Coolest Swag in Ag https://agswagbrand.com AGRIMINDS - Kacee Bohle Coaching https://www.kaceebohle.com/agriminds SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@rootcauseag Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0mk8dIlBWwbjrdfXCaU42E Social links: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568608010615 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootcauseag/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rootcauseag?lang=en Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rootcauseag

    43 min
  8. Vibe Farmer - Episode 2 - Border Edition

    FEB 27

    Vibe Farmer - Episode 2 - Border Edition

    Recording from the U.S.–Mexico border, Kaleb Dinwiddie and The Vibe Farmer recap a whirlwind week that included 18‑wheeler rides, blowtorches, missed flights, and touring massive lettuce operations in the Yuma and Imperial Valleys—all while dodging Border Patrol dogs and soaking in unexpected lessons about agriculture. From apocalyptic “who would you bring?” drafts to conversations about soil health, water, survival, intuition, and the future of farming, this episode blends humor, honesty, and on‑the‑road chaos with thoughtful reflections on the professions we truly depend on, why agriculture is misunderstood, and what it takes to stay grounded in a changing world. Root Cause is brought to you by our incredible sponsors: Rooted - Empowering Farmers to Maximize Yield and Profitability: https://www.rooted-ag.com/rooted Endurance Ag – Pioneering Solutions for Modern Agriculture: https://www.rooted-ag.com/endurance-ag Root Cause Podcast - https://www.rooted-ag.com/root-cause-podcast The Van Trump Report – A Roadmap to Better Decision Making https://www.vantrumpreport.com AgSwag – Your #1 Source for the Coolest Swag in Ag https://agswagbrand.com AGRIMINDS - Kacee Bohle Coaching https://www.kaceebohle.com/agriminds SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@rootcauseag Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0mk8dIlBWwbjrdfXCaU42E Social links: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568608010615 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootcauseag/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rootcauseag?lang=en Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rootcauseag

    20 min
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Welcome to Root Cause, the podcast dedicated to helping farmers thrive. Gain expert tips to boost profits, cut costs, and optimize your operations. From innovative strategies to practical financial solutions, we’re here to help you cultivate success in your fields and your business.

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  • Creator
    Root Cause Ag
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Root Cause. All Rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Root Cause

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