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A Better Way To Farm Podcast

Low commodity prices and high interest rates are putting a squeeze on American farmers. A Better Way To Farm shows you how to maximize profit so you can farm the way you want! Visit https://abetterwaytofarm.com to use the free Farm Profit Score calculator.

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361: Why Your Spray Isn't Working Like It Should

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2026/04/07

Farming today is not easy. Costs are up, weather shifts fast, and every decision carries more weight. In this episode, we break down simple ways to get more out of every spray pass. It comes down to making better decisions with what you are already doing.What You’ll Learn:How to choose the right products for your goalWhy water quality impacts performance more than most realizeHow to improve efficiency and protect your investment

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54:39

360: Make Micronutrients Pay This Season

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2026/03/31

In this episode, we explore how farmers can improve crop performance by focusing on micronutrients. They play a major role in plant health, stress tolerance, and fertilizer efficiency.We break down why guesswork falls short and how a smarter approach, built on soil testing and proper timing can turn wasted inputs into stronger yields. What You’ll Learn:The role of micronutrients in crop healthWhy soil testing beats guessworkHow timing impacts nutrient effectivenessWays to improve yield and reduce

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14:37

359: #1 Strategy For Reducing Nitrogen Costs

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2026/03/24

Input costs are climbing. Markets are moving. Right now, every decision matters.In this episode, Rod breaks down what’s really happening with nitrogen prices, shifting acres, and the noise coming from every direction telling you to try the next “silver bullet.”This isn’t about reacting. It’s about making the best decision for your farm.Because the choices you make this season don’t just impact this crop… they impact your long-term profitability.Rod walks through real-world strategies to help you

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23:41

358: The Simple, Affordable Way to Start Running Liquid

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2026/03/17

Most farmers think adding liquid fertilizer to their planter takes a huge investment. That’s not always true.In this episode, we sit down with equipment expert Jeff and break it down in a way that actually makes sense. Real setups, real numbers, and what you actually need to get started without wasting money. We walk through different in-furrow options, what they cost, and how to choose the right system for your operation so you’re not overbuilding or overpaying.Here’s what you’ll take away:How to

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50:20

357: How Better Fertilizer Placement Can Boost Yield...

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2026/03/10

In this episode, we explain why many fertilizer programs fail and how you can make improvements.If you want to improve fertilizer efficiency and increase your yield potential, this episode will show you practical steps you can take this season.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why fertility programs stop workingHow to improve fertilizer efficiencyWhy early plant nutrition matters

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16:25

356: From Guesswork to 17 More Bushels of Beans

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2026/03/03

In this episode, Andrew talks with a Minnesota farmer who decided he was done guessing. He was tired of writing checks and hoping things would work out. He wanted to understand why he was doing what he was doing. Four years later, his yields are up in a big way.In this episode, we cover:How soil testing helps you stop guessing and start making smart choicesWhy fixing pH can unlock yield you are already paying forHow foliar feeding and in furrow systems can raise yields without raising costs

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13:01

355: Easy, Simple, Proven Fertility Moves You Need To...

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2026/02/24

There’s a lot of noise in agriculture right now. Big promises. Shiny shortcuts. That’s not what this episode is about.We’re going back to the fundamentals…the things that actually move the needle. Strong starts, healthy roots, simple decisions that stack into real profit.This episode focuses on early-season choices that protect yield from day one. No hype. No magic. Just proven basics done right.In this episode, we cover:Why early root growth protects your yieldHow small, low-cost inputs can bring

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24:04

354: What happened When a North Dakota Farmer Started...

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2026/02/17

In this episode, we talk with North Dakota farmer Darrell about how small changes made a big difference on his farm. He shares how testing new ideas helped him gain confidence, grow better crops, and protect his profit margin even after a hail storm.This is a great conversation with a farmer who decided to make a change for his farm.🌱 What You’ll Learn:Why plant nutrition matters more than just N, P, and KHow stronger plants can handle stress and still winand so much more!

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16:16

353: Grain Marketing Expert Reveals What to Do Before...

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2026/02/10

In this episode, we talk with market expert Roger Wright to share clear and steady ways to protect your farm income. This conversation helps farmers focus on smart choices, calm thinking, and strong planning so farms stay alive for the next generation.🌱 What You’ll Learn:How to protect your farm income even when markets swingWhen to sell crops to avoid big price dropsWhy locking in a safe price helps farms survive longer

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23:10

352: Simple Rice Fertility Steps for Stronger Crops

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2026/02/03

Today’s episode is here to help rice growers stay strong and make smart moves. We walk through rice fertility in a simple way that makes sense in the field. This episode is packed with real farm knowledge you can use this season.If you grow rice or work with someone who does, this episode will help you think differently about nutrients, water, and timing. Small changes can lead to healthier crops and stronger yields.🌱 What You’ll Learn:Why phosphorus and potassium are hard to build in rice fields

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18:09

351: How The Right Financing Keeps You In The Game

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2026/01/27

High input costs and tight margins are forcing farmers to look harder at every dollar. In this episode, Ryan talks with Stephanie Fackler from John Deere Financial about how financing decisions impact profitability more than most producers realize. Many farms rely on the same operating loan year after year without understanding the hidden costs. This conversation breaks down better ways to manage cash flow, what 0% financing really means, and why unsecured input financing can reduce risk. Stephanie

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350: Making Money Farming the Delta

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2026/01/20

In this episode, we talk with Robbie, a farmer from Mississippi who decided to question the way things had always been done. After floods, lost seasons, and rising costs, Robbie knew the “old way” was not working.He shares why putting nutrients exactly where the plant needs them made a real difference on his farm.🌱 What You’ll Learn:• Why questioning old habits can protect your farm• How targeted fertility gained him 12+ bushels• A better way to spend money from planting to harvest

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349: How A 6th Generation Farmer Created Off-Farm Income

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2026/01/13

Farming carries heart, pride, and purpose. Today, we talk with Sam, a sixth generation Iowa farmer, who shares how learning, teamwork, and belief helped his farm grow again. With guidance and education, his farm found new energy. His joy for farming returned. His family gained confidence.This episode reminds us that farming is better when we grow together.🌱 What You’ll Learn:• How simple agronomy knowledge can boost confidence in the field• Why working with a strong team helps farms move ahead• How

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19:03

348: How a South Dakota Farmer Cut His Nitrogen Bill...

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2026/01/07

In this episode, we talk with Scott, a South Dakota farmer who is chasing better margins. What he has learned helped him cut nitrogen nearly in half and grow healthier crops.If you have ever wondered if there is a better way, this episode is for you.🌱 What You’ll Learn:• How Scott cut nitrogen rates almost 50% while maintaining yield• Why placement and timing beat adding more fertilizer• How healthier plants stay green longer and grain fill better

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14:41

12 Days of Nutrients - Day 12: Zinc

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2026/01/01

Today, let’s finish strong. Zinc may be small, yet it plays a big role in how your crop grows, uses water, and fills grain. When zinc is right, plants stay steady. When zinc runs short, yield quietly slips away.In this episode, we’ll show why early attention keeps crops moving forward all season.🌱 What You’ll Learn:• Why zinc matters from planting to harvest• How zinc drives hormones, enzymes, and seed formation• Why high phosphorus often leads to zinc troubleTest with purpose. Place it early

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17:09

12 Days of Nutrients - Day 11: Manganese

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2025/12/31

Manganese does not get much attention, yet it can make your fertilizer dollars work harder. Get it right and crops run smoother. Miss it and yield slips away without much warning.In this episode, we walk through why manganese matters, how it works with other nutrients, and why small fixes here can protect big yields.🌱 What You’ll Learn:• What manganese does inside the plant• How manganese helps phosphorus, calcium, and nitrogen work better• Why yellow striping often points to manganeseRemember that

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16:17

12 Days of Nutrients - Day 10: Iron

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2025/12/30

Iron may be small, yet it plays a big role in how your crops grow, stay green, and fill the bin. If your plants look pale, weak, or slow early in the season, iron could be the missing link. Today, we’ll hear how strong roots, smart testing, and targeted foliar applications help keep crops dark green, growing strong, and producing sugar when it counts.🌱 What You’ll Learn:• Why iron is key to chlorophyll, photosynthesis, and sugar production• How to spot iron deficiency early before yield slips away•

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15:18

12 Days of Nutrients - Day 9: Moly & Chloride

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2025/12/25

Pull up to the fence and let’s talk nutrients that do not get much airtime. Chloride and Moly can help a crop or hurt it, depending on how they are used. In this episode, let’s break it down in plain talk so you can make smarter fertility calls and protect yield.This is not about chasing silver bullets. It’s about knowing what is helping your crop and what might be quietly holding it back.🌱 What You’ll Learn:• Why chloride can strengthen plants and also cause real trouble• What moly does inside the

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25:58

12 Days of Nutrients - Day 8: Copper

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2025/12/23

Let’s take a closer look at copper—a micronutrient needed in very small amounts, but critical to yield, stalk strength, and nutrient efficiency.In this episode, let’s see where copper fits, how to test for it correctly, and why balancing micronutrients is essential for getting more from every input dollar.🌱 What You’ll Learn:• Why copper keeps getting ignored• When N, P, and K stop working• How to take a clean tissue sampleIf you want your crop to finish strong and your fertilizer program to work

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26:56

12 Days of Nutrients - Day 7: Sulfur

A Better Way To Farm Podcast ·

2025/12/22

If you’re pouring on nitrogen and not seeing the yield you expect, sulfur might be what’s missing. We used to get sulfur for free. We don’t anymore. And pretending we still do is costing us real money.In this episode, we break down sulfur in a way that actually makes sense—no fancy words, no guessing, just what works in the field.🌱 What You’ll Learn (Plain and Simple):• Why sulfur isn’t “extra” anymore—it’s essential• What sulfur deficiency actually looks like in the field• Why “just throw on 30

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