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Farm4Profit PodcastCorn, Conservation, and College Rivalries with Joe RobertsThis Farm4Profit Podcast episode highlights the powerful connection between agriculture and athletics through the Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series. Our guest, Joe Roberts, is not only the President of the Iowa Corn Promotion Board but also a third-generation Wright County farmer, Beck’s Seed dealer, and conservation advocate.Joe shares his journey from growing up on the family farm to leading farmer-funded checkoff initiatives that promote corn’s role in food, feed, fuel, and fiber. We explore how the Iowa Corn Promotion Board uses the Cy-Hawk Series as a platform to connect with millions of fans, building both...
2025-09-2559 min
Farm4Profit PodcastInside Iowa’s Sale of Champions: Youth, Livestock, and LegacyWe start with Mike Doran—the Sale Manager who’s been at the helm of this event for years—offers an insider’s view of what it takes to make the Sale of Champions a success. From coordinating sponsors and buyers to ensuring the young exhibitors have their moment in the spotlight, Mike’s leadership has helped the IFAA grow its support from $50,000 in its first year to nearly $725,000 annually in livestock sales, scholarships, and awards.Then, Joe Stien, a young leader who not only captured Reserve Grand Champion honors in the 2024 4-H Market Hog competition but also uses...
2025-08-1454 min
Farm4Profit PodcastScouting, Spraying & Saving Yields: Joe’s Must-Know SecretsPostemergence scouting plays a critical role in protecting your yield potential, and knowing what to look for — and when — can make all the difference. In this episode, we’re joined by Joe Bolte, Market Development Specialist at Corteva Agriscience, to talk through the key things farmers should be watching for once their corn and soybeans are up and growing. Joe walks us through how to evaluate the effectiveness of your preemergence herbicide program and explains how to identify early signs of weed escapes, insect pressure, and disease threats like tar spot.We also explore how weather patterns, herbic...
2025-05-2647 min
Farm4Profit PodcastUnbeaten: Your Roadmap to Success in 2025This isn’t just another episode; this one is about YOU. It’s about how you matter, how your goals matter, and why believing in yourself is the key to being unbeaten. Together, we’ll explore what it takes to be successful, overcome challenges, and live with purpose. You don’t have to be special to be successful—you just have to be consistent, determined, and willing to work for it.Get ready to hear powerful clips, practical advice, and uplifting messages that will energize you for the year ahead. Whether you’re focused on making a change, stay...
2024-12-3049 min