Successful Farming Podcast

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Saturday Short: Protecting Farm Dogs From Parasites and Disease Aug 29, 2026

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Farm dogs face unique health risks from parasites, ticks, mosquitoes, and diseases they may encounter in rural environments. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine clinical associate professor Dr. Paul Dumar explains common health threats to farm dogs and the preventive steps owners can take to keep them healthy year-round.

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The Surprising Success of Greenhouse Transplants in Modern Farming Aug 24, 2026

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From greenhouse transplants to international agriculture, Jenna shares how diversification, leadership, and storytelling are making an impact on and off the farm.

Join Jenna Scott as she talks about her family's farming operation, international experiences, and the importance of sharing agriculture's story.

In this episode:

🌱 Farm diversification – Growing a successful greenhouse transplant business.
🌎 International agriculture – What she learned from visiting agricultural partners in Mexico.
♻️ Sustainability – How environmental stewardship and traceability are shaping agriculture.
📣 Sharing agriculture's story – Why connecting with consumers matters.
👩‍🌾 Women in agriculture – Encouraging the next generation of agricultural leaders.

Whether you're interested in farming, agricultural leadership, or the future of the industry, this episode shares real-world experiences and practical insights from the farm and beyond.

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Saturday Short: Choosing the Right Cover Crop for Your Farm Aug 22, 2026

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The best cover crop depends on your soil health goals, nutrient needs, and cropping system. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, natural resource specialist and consultant Jean Eells explains the differences between grasses, brassicas, and legumes, and how to choose the right cover crop species for your operation.

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Reducing Yield Variability: Using Data to Improve Every Acre Aug 20, 2026

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Yield variability can cost farmers valuable bushels, but data-driven management and precision agriculture can help identify what's holding individual acres back. Lorrie Boyer talks with Dr. Kess Berg of Advanced Agrolytics about using yield maps, soil data, weather, satellite imagery, variable-rate technology, drainage, and AI to better understand field variability and improve crop performance.

In this episode:

🌽 Identifying the causes of yield variability
📊 Getting more value from yield maps and field data
🧪 Using soil sampling and fertility maps more effectively
💧 How water movement and drainage impact yield
🎯 Variable-rate seeding, nitrogen, and fertilizer management
🌱 Hybrid and variety placement for different acres
🤖 How AI and data analytics can improve farm decisions
💰 Prioritizing improvements based on yield potential and input costs

Plus, practical advice for growers looking to improve underperforming acres and build a more data-driven precision agriculture strategy.

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USDA Report Shakes Up Grain Markets: Is $5 Corn Coming? Aug 17, 2026

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The August USDA report brought major changes to the grain markets, with higher corn and soybean acreage, lower yield estimates, and tighter ending stocks. Nick Repke and Bob Linneman break down what the report means for corn prices, soybean prices, wheat, and grain marketing strategies heading into harvest.

In this episode:

🌽 Corn outlook – Could tighter supplies push corn toward $5?
🫘 Soybean outlook – Lower yields and tight stocks create potential upside.
🇨🇳 China buying – What potential U.S. corn purchases could mean for prices.
💰 Grain marketing – Key price levels and when farmers should consider making sales.
🌾 Wheat markets – Global production concerns, drought, and Black Sea disruptions.
⛽ Fuel & fertilizer – What farmers should consider locking in ahead of next year.

Plus, what to watch in the September USDA report, quarterly stocks, weather markets, and South American production.

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Saturday Short: What Tractors Are Hot With Collectors? Aug 15, 2026

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The most sought-after collectible tractors are changing as new generations of enthusiasts enter the hobby. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, machinery expert Dave Mowitz explains which tractor eras are gaining popularity, why late 1950s through 1970s models are in demand, and where collectors can still find affordable classic machines.

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The Used Harvest Equipment Market in 2026 Aug 10, 2026

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Farm equipment prices and inventory continue to shift as the harvest machinery market enters a new phase.

Join Dave Mowitz and Andy Campbell as they discuss the latest agricultural equipment market trends, including harvest machinery, equipment inventory, used equipment prices, and what's ahead for farmers and dealers.

In this episode:

🚜 Farm equipment inventory – How current inventory levels are affecting equipment prices and availability.
🌽 Harvest machinery – Trends in combines and other harvesting equipment.
💰 Used equipment prices – What market conditions mean for buyers and sellers.
📈 Equipment market trends – How crop prices, demand, and seasonal cycles are shaping the market.
🔮 Market outlook – What farmers and dealers can expect from farm equipment prices and availability.

Whether you're buying, selling, or following the farm equipment market, this episode offers insights into current machinery prices, inventory, and market trends.

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Saturday Short: How to Tell When a Cantaloupe Is Ripe Aug 08, 2026

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Learn when to harvest cantaloupe with expert tips on ripeness, picking, and growing the perfect melon.

In this Successful Farming Short, discover how to tell when a cantaloupe (muskmelon) is ready to harvest, including signs like stem separation, aroma, rind color, and surface netting. Clemson University vegetable specialist Gilbert Miller shares tips for cantaloupe harvesting, melon maturity, garden production, and proper storage after picking.

Whether you're growing cantaloupe in a backyard garden or managing a small farm operation, these tips can help you harvest sweeter, better-quality melons.

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How to Choose Hybrids That Maximize Yield and Minimize Risk Aug 03, 2026

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Join Clemson University extension agronomist Michael Plumbley as he shares practical advice on choosing the right seed, managing crop stress, and making smart input decisions to improve yields and profitability.

In this episode:

🌱 Seed selection – What to consider when choosing corn and soybean hybrids for your operation.

🌦️ Managing crop stress – How drought, disease, and weather affect hybrid performance.

🛡️ Trait packages – Choosing the right traits for pest, disease, and weed management.

💰 Input decisions – Tips for balancing fertilizer, fungicides, and other inputs with your yield goals.

📈 Reducing risk – Why local trials, multiple hybrids, and early planning can set you up for success.

Whether you're planning for corn or soybeans, this episode offers practical tips on seed selection, input management, and improving crop performance.

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Saturday Short: Teaching Young Poultry Owners About Biosecurity Aug 01, 2026

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USDA's Youth Flock Defender program helps young poultry owners learn biosecurity practices to protect backyard chickens and small poultry flocks from avian influenza and other poultry diseases.

In this Successful Farming Short, learn how youth poultry exhibitors, 4-H members, and young farmers can use proper poultry biosecurity, disease prevention strategies, and flock management practices to keep their birds healthy. The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) program provides resources, checklists, and educational tools to help the next generation of poultry owners protect their flocks.

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