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2024-11-1804 minHow We GrowEpisode #7 Jon w/ Laws of the HarvestIn this episode of the How We Grow podcast, Jon Griffel discusses the laws of the harvest, emphasizing the importance of action, consistency, and patience in both agriculture and personal growth. He outlines seven key laws that guide the process of sowing and reaping, drawing parallels between farming and life. The conversation highlights the necessity of taking ownership of one's actions, the impact of positive and negative habits, and the significance of perseverance in achieving success.
2024-10-1610 minHow We GrowEpisode # 6 w/ Matt BoucherMatt Bouchher, a fourth-generation farmer from north central Illinois, discusses his experience coming back to the family farm and implementing new technologies and practices. He talks about the adoption of AutoSteer and the resistance he initially faced from his father, but eventually, they saw the value and embraced new ideas. Matt also shares the advancements in technology he has witnessed over the years, such as the transition from plowing to no-till and strip till, as well as the use of cover crops and variable rate seeding and fertilization. He emphasizes the importance of having an open mind and being...
2024-09-0949 minHow We GrowEpisode #5 w/ Trevor MaiersTrevor Maiers, a sixth-generation farmer, discusses his experience coming back to the family farm and the perspectives he gained from working with people from different countries. He highlights the challenges faced by Gen Z farmers, including high asset prices and interest rates, and the need for collaboration and organization to succeed in the industry. He also talks about the resilience of the direct-to-consumer beef business and the importance of knowing where food comes from. Trevor discusses the challenges and opportunities of running a direct-to-consumer beef business and the importance of targeting the younger demographic. He emphasizes the need for...
2024-09-0258 minHow We GrowEpisode #4 w/ Garrett WilliamsGarrett Williams, a fifth-generation family farmer and agronomist for Advanced Agrilytics, discusses his role in providing agronomic services and inputs to growers in southwest Indiana and southeast Illinois. He emphasizes the importance of being proactive in farm management and using technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Williams also talks about the value of his social media account, where he shares agronomic principles and practices with farmers and non-agriculturists. He highlights the need to go back to the basics of agronomy and adapt new fertility recommendations based on technological advancements. Williams discusses the challenges farmers face in staying up to...
2024-08-2643 minHow We GrowEpisode #3 w/ Natalina Sents BauschNatalina Sents Bausch, the digital director of Successful Farming, shares her journey in agriculture and her passion for storytelling. She started her career by embarking on a year-long road trip to visit farmers in all 50 states, documenting their stories through blogs and photography. Natalina emphasizes the diversity within agriculture, from different crops to different farming practices. She also discusses the importance of leadership transition and the impact of mentors in her career. Natalina highlights the value of building relationships and connections in the industry. In this conversation, Natalina discusses the importance of self-awareness and reflection in personal and professional...
2024-08-191h 05How We GrowEpisode #2 w/ Adrienne DeSutter
Adrienne DeSutter, a farmer's wife and farm mom, shares her journey from growing up in a non-farming family to becoming involved in agriculture. She discusses the importance of understanding the rural-urban divide and bridging the gap between agriculture and consumers. Adrienne also talks about her background in counseling and how it led her to focus on mental health in the agricultural industry. She emphasizes the need for empathy and understanding in farming communities and the value of recognizing the skills and strengths of farmers beyond their farming expertise. The conversation focuses on the importance of self-awareness and self-belief for...
2024-08-121h 34How We GrowEpisode #1 w/ Evan Hultine
Evan Hultine, a sixth-generation family farmer and Vice President of the Illinois Farm Bureau, discusses his farm and the importance of consumer-facing agriculture. He emphasizes the satisfaction of sharing food with consumers and the value of connecting with legislators through farming. Evan also shares his journey into leadership and the importance of recognizing and supporting future leaders. He highlights the unique perspective that farmers bring to leadership roles and the need for long-term thinking. Evan discusses the challenges of communicating with the public and government and the importance of building trust. He emphasizes the role of discomfort, building relationships...
2024-08-0554 min
RFD TodayRFD Today July 18, 2024We discuss local government topics with Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Local Government Ryan Tate. An update from the Illinois Wheat Association. Illinois Farm Families Ambassador Jon Griffel recaps his role at the Square Roots Festival in Chicago. Eric Yoder talks county fair season from Rock Island County.
2024-07-1853 min
Sustainable Business Podcast by Innovation ForumField by field: scaling regenerative practices beyond pilots to wide adoptionOn June 11th, IF hosted a webinar in partnership with Vayda.
Advancing regenerative agriculture farming has become a priority for agri-food stakeholders in an effort to mitigate some of the most pressing challenges threatening the resilience of global food systems, whilst tackling climate change. While companies have experimented with regenerative farming practices, these often remain limited to the pilot phase.
In partnership with Vayda, a certified B Corp dedicated to boosting grower adoption of regenerative practices, this webinar explored the essential strategies needed to accelerate on-farm transformation and ensure long-term sustainable practice changes at an industry level.
2024-06-1751 minSustainable Business Podcast by Innovation ForumField by field: scaling regenerative practices beyond pilots to wide adoptionOn June 11th, IF hosted a webinar in partnership with Vayda.
Advancing regenerative agriculture farming has become a priority for agri-food stakeholders in an effort to mitigate some of the most pressing challenges threatening the resilience of global food systems, whilst tackling climate change. While companies have experimented with regenerative farming practices, these often remain limited to the pilot phase.
In partnership with Vayda, a certified B Corp dedicated to boosting grower adoption of regenerative practices, this webinar explored the essential strategies needed to accelerate on-farm transformation and ensure long-term sustainable practice changes at an industry level.
2024-06-1751 min
The Two Trees PodcastRambling between the Trees- Joshua Sherman, Carey Griffel & Mike ChuHow did the coming of Jesus change the world?
2023-08-221h 01
Genesis Marks the SpotBeing Treeish with Jon Dillon - Episode 014Discussion with Jon Dillon (of the Two Trees Podcast) centered on the theme of trees, fruitfulness, and multiplication. What does it mean to be fruitful? Why trees? Is the tree of the knowledge of good and evil a “bad” tree?
Bonus material: https://genesis-marks-the-spot.castos.com/
Genesis Marks the Spot on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/genesismarksthespot
Music credit: "Marble Machine" by Wintergatan
Link to Wintergatan’s website: https://wintergatan.net/
Link to the original Marble Machine video by Wintergatan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IvUU8joBb1Q&ab_cha...
2023-03-171h 03The Two Trees PodcastGenesis Marks the Spot and Carey GriffelOur friend from Genesis Marks the Spot joins us to discuss I Samuel 28.
2023-03-071h 02
RFD Profit WatchRFD Profit Watch September 21David Kohli, formerly of Ford and Young futures. LG Agronomist Robbie MeekerMacoupin County Young Leader Chain Jon Griffel talks about their yield tour.
2022-09-2152 min