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  • Farming for Life - Gail Fuller
    2024/09/25
    This Underdog Ag Podcast features my friend Gail Fuller of Circle 7 Farms near Severy, Kan.

    Gail Fuller grew up just north of Emporia, Kan. on the Neosho River.

    "The inner child in me had known all my life that we were farming wrong.
    But it took me from 1979 to 2003 to really start to question things."

    Fuller was always a hardworking farmer, dedicated to his tasks. In 2000, he was farming 3,200 acres of Roundup Ready® corn and soybeans.

    "I was the fourth largest farmer in my county. But I came to know a change was needed."

    "All farmers, I think in some fashion, grow up with a conservationist mindset," he said. "There was the little creek behind my parents' house where we would look for raccoon tracks, you know, all of those things farm kids do. And with those experiences, grew my affection for the trees, wildlife, and all those things."

    "But then, when I became a farmer, suddenly we needed insecticides and those insecticides could kill some of the birds and insects too, but there I was needing to make money and grow corn to ‘feed the world,’” Fuller admitted. "The government had a big role to play in this mindset change. They quit talking about farmers as producers of food and changed the language from food to commodities. I think that language desensitized us into using all the chemicals."

    Gail and Lynette are bringing senses and common sense alive in their many pursuits. Join them Oct. 3-4 at Fuller Field School for a life-changing conversation with Dr. Nasha Winters, who found a path to recovery from cancer by focusing on a new mindset about healing and a life’s mission fueled by the soil. Learn about the event and register here: www.fullerfieldschool.com

    Read Gail’s full story in “Hope Stories for the Heartland.” You can find the order link here: www.grazemastergroup.com/hope-stories

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    HOST: Kerry Hoffschneider

    GUEST: Gail Fuller - www.fullerfieldschool.com

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    CREDITS:
    Mitchell Roush, Producer
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    37 分
  • The Modern Farm Wife - Robyn Harlan
    2024/08/28
    The backbone of the family and the backbone of rural America, I present to you the modern farm wife.

    This Underdog Ag podcast, I had the pleasure of visiting with Robyn Harlan of Nueces County, Texas.

    Robyn is testament to the faith and lifelong learning it takes to play all the pivotal roles of farm partner and mother. You will love this podcast featuring an incredible woman who exudes joy, can-do, and timeless common sense to a world hungry to get back to the land.

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    HOST: Kerry Hoffschneider

    GUEST: Robyn Harlan

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    CREDITS:
    Mitchell Roush, Producer
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  • Hope Stories for the Heartland with Kerry Hoffschneider
    2024/07/11
    This Underdog Ag Podcast I did something really different and outside my comfort zone.

    I spent some time with myself, some of my writings, and a few of the ag heroes in my new book, “Hope Stories for the Heartland.”

    If you feel moved to do so, come see us July 24 in Denton, Neb. for our Graze Master Group – Paths to Profitability event and field day! Register here for FREE: www.grazemastergroup.com/events
    I will have some books on hand to sign at the July 24 event or you can order here too: www.amazon.com/dp/B0D264BYVQ

    Thank you for your time and consideration of these serious topics. It means the world. Give me a call or text at 402-363-8963 if you want to learn more about the Graze Master Group and “Hope Stories.”

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    HOST: Kerry Hoffschneider

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    CREDITS:
    Mitchell Roush, Producer
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    52 分
  • Farming From the Heart - Scott Heinemann
    2024/07/03
    You’ll be hard-pressed to find a more salt-of-the-earth individual who is daily trying to do what’s right on his farm.

    Born and raised just three miles away from where he resides today Scott Heinemann said, “I have only lived in two houses in Nebraska. My grandpa settled in Wayne County in the 1940s. As early as I can remember, I was tagging along with dad and grandpa. I loved being around the cattle and on the tractor.”

    Today, Heinemann and his wife Rita are still in love with their farm near Winside, Neb. and are always trying to improve. One of their biggest dreams is finding a next generation farm family to give an opportunity to with a work ethic and passion for agriculture that matches their own.

    Heinemann is a Graze Master Group partner and will be one of the speakers on a farm profitability panel during our Wednesday, July 24 event in Denton, Neb.

    Register for free here: www.grazemastergroup.com/events or call/text Kerry (co-founder of the Graze Master Group) at 402-363-8963.

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    HOST: Kerry Hoffschneider

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    CREDITS:
    Mitchell Roush, Producer
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    52 分
  • The Stock Cropper & A Grazemaster Field Day in July
    2024/05/29
    This Underdog Ag Podcast is building excitement for a historic day in Nebraska!

    On Wednesday, July 24, 2024 the Graze Master Group is bringing together a moment never witnessed before.

    Zack Smith, the inventor of the Stock Cropper – the world’s first autonomous, solar powered, self-steering multi-species grazing barn, will be demonstrating his rural changing invention at Brian Brhel’s farm – one of the most innovative and resilient farms and ranches in Nebraska.

    This duo is kicking off our July 24 field day and event with a confident, common sense message – we must save the nation’s soil and water and we most certainly can do so by Balancing Nature & Profitability.

    If you want to network with some of the most influential leaders in agriculture and learn from their challenges and successes, this is a must attend event. It’s FREE to make the information accessible to everyone. You will leave with a renewed vision and tangible information and resources to improve your farm, ranch, rural community, and nation.

    Register here: www.grazemastergroup.com/events or call/text Kerry Hoffschneider, co-founder of the Graze Master Group at (402) 363-8963. We cannot wait to see neighbors from near and far come together.

    It’s going to be awesome. Thank you!

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    HOST: Kerry Hoffschneider

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    CREDITS:
    Mitchell Roush, Producer
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    24 分
  • Real Farming and Real Talk with Del Ficke & Vance McCoy
    2024/04/24
    This Underdog Ag Podcast presents: “Everything you don’t want to hear, but really need to about the current state of agriculture (with a light at the end of the tunnel if we don’t ignore the train a coming).”

    If you aren’t ready to hear about how agriculture really is, this podcast isn’t for you.

    If you do want to hear real farmers and ranchers discuss issues that may make us all squirm a bit and should, please tune in.

    Del Ficke of Ficke Cattle Company and co-founder of the Graze Master Group will have a frank discussion with Vance McCoy of Triple Creek Cover Crops and Graze Master partner along with Kerry Hoffschneider, co-founder of the Graze Master Group.

    No one held back in this discussion because agriculture doesn’t need a public relations campaign. It needs solutions. Now.

    Get your minds and hearts ready. We need all of us eyes wide open and on deck if we’re going to get things right. The good news is. We can.

    To find out more about Graze Master Group Transitional Ag Services that Balance Nature & Profitability contact:

    Del Ficke: 402-499-0329
    Kerry Hoffschneider: 402-363-8963
    Vance McCoy: 308-352-6031

    Join us in Denton, Neb. for our no-cost field day by registering here: www.grazemastergroup.com/events

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    HOST: Kerry Hoffschneider

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    CREDITS:
    Mitchell Roush, Producer
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    1 時間 31 分
  • Nick Cuchetti – Missouri rancher and Conservation Agronomist at Carbon Smart Ag
    2024/03/08
    Nick Cuchetti is a highly motivated Conservation Agronomist – Certified Crop Advisor and Real Estate Agent specializing in Regenerative Agriculture and Ecological Markets.

    With a strong academic background in plants and soils, Nick earned a degree in Plant and Soil Sciences from the University of Missouri. Passionate about regenerative land management and the development of Ecological Markets, Nick combines his expertise in agronomy with his extensive knowledge of real estate to offer clients innovative solutions within the realm of Regenerative Agriculture and Ecological Markets.

    As a Conservation Agronomist, Nick collaborates closely with farmers, landowners, and stakeholders to design and implement effective strategies that enhance soil health, promote biodiversity, and foster ecosystem resilience.

    By employing regenerative practices such as cover cropping, rotational grazing, and no-till systems, Nick helps farmers optimize their land's productivity while minimizing environmental impact. With a keen understanding of the real estate market, Nick assists clients in identifying properties that align with their aspirations in Regenerative Agriculture and Eco Markets.

    Whether it involves finding land suitable for organic farming, establishing agroforestry systems, exploring opportunities for conservation easements, Nick leverages their expertise to guide clients towards sustainable and profitable investments.

    Recognizing the importance of education and community engagement, Nick actively participates in various workshops, conferences, and events to promote the benefits of Regenerative Agriculture and Eco Markets. They are dedicated to inspiring others to embrace sustainable land management practices and contribute to the creation of a greener and more sustainable future.

    Through his combined passion for conservation, agronomy, and real estate, Nick Cuchetti is a trusted professional committed to making a positive impact on the environment and the lives of his clients.

    Follow Nick at:www.carbonsmartag.comwww.facebook.com/CarbonSmartAg

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    HOST: Kerry Hoffschneider

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    CREDITS:
    Mitchell Roush, Producer
    Bibi Luevano, Cover Art
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    39 分
  • Becoming A Student of the Soil with Howard Vlieger
    2024/02/01
    This Underdog Ag Podcast features Maurice, Iowa farmer and livestock producer, Howard Vlieger, who started asking serious questions about agriculture in 1989 when he switched to alternative farming on their family farm.

    “This is when I became a ‘student of the soil’ and I have no problem admitting that ‘the more I know, the more I know I don’t know.’ What I do know is the Good Lord gave us an amazing Creation to be caretakers of and it is a never-ending learning opportunity.”

    Vlieger started studying GMOs in 1994 and began conducting on-farm research in 1997, “I am blessed to work with scientists and researchers from around the world. I have been privileged to give numerous educational presentations on GMO crops and the chemicals used in growing them. I am the primary coordinator and co-author of a first of its kind in the world, lifetime feeding study for pigs as a meat animal. The study was published in 2013. ”

    The 2013 study can be found here: https://gmojudycarman.org/

    Take a listen and find out some of the questions Vlieger has pursued in his agricultural journey!

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    HOST: Kerry Hoffschneider
    GUESTS: Howard Vlieger, Farmer

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    CREDITS:
    Mitchell Roush, Producer
    Bibi Luevano, Cover Art
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    1 時間 13 分