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In the second part of our conversation with Micah Malcolm, we dive deeper into his insights as a show pig breeder, coach, and team leader. Micah shares valuable advice for beginning showmen, offering tips and lessons he’s learned to help others succeed in the competitive world of show pigs.

We also tackle a controversial topic in the industry—sow and gilt breeding soundness and the use of C-sections in show pig production. Micah provides his perspective on these practices and their impact on breeders and exhibitors alike.

The episode concludes with Micah answering our signature five questions, delivering a couple of unexpected nuggets of wisdom and humor that you won’t want to miss.

Key Topics We Discuss:
✅ Advice for beginning showmen and their families
✅ Lessons learned to become a better breeder, coach, and leader
✅ Tackling controversial topics: breeding soundness and C-sections in the show pig industry
✅ Fun and insightful answers to our five signature questions

Whether you’re a seasoned breeder, an aspiring showman, or simply curious about the show pig industry, this episode is packed with practical advice, industry insights, and plenty of inspiration.

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This is the first of a two-part conversation with Micah Malcolm, a standout athlete and rising star in the show pig industry.

In this episode, Micah shares his roots growing up on his grandparents’ farm, where he learned invaluable lessons from his grandfather Kenny and father in the farrowing house and livestock pens. We also dive into his roles at Sam Malcolm and Family Show Pigs, Platt Show Pigs, and Upper Hand Genetics. Micah reflects on the experiences that shaped his passion for agriculture and the values instilled by his family.

Key Topics We Discuss:
✅ Micah’s upbringing on his grandparents’ farm and lessons from his grandfather Kenny working in the farrowing house and livestock pens
✅ His involvement with Sam Malcolm and Family Show Pigs, Platt Show Pigs, and Upper Hand Genetics
✅ How family and farm life laid the foundation for his success in agriculture

We conclude the episode by touching on Micah’s athletic journey in basketball, track, and cross-country, and how sports prepared him for the challenges of the show pig industry. Stay tuned for Part 2, where we dive deeper into the world of show pigs and Micah’s insights into the industry.

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I this episode of Patio Pondering, we bring you conversations from the Fort Wayne Farm Show, where I spoke with 10 incredible agriculture professionals. From grain merchandising to farm broadcasting, each shared their thoughts on the future of agriculture in 2025 and the lessons from their ag roots that shape their daily lives.

💡 In this episode, we discuss:
✅ What these professionals see as the most important thing for agriculture in 2025
✅ Personal reflections on lessons from their ag upbringing that still influence their daily lives
✅ A diverse range of insights from farmers, agronomists, sales professionals, and ag leaders

You’ll hear from:

• Isabelle Wellman – Grain Merchandiser at CGB
• Neil Koch – Consultant at G&K Concepts
• Greg Kneubuhler – Owner/Agronomist at G&K Concepts
• Scott Hartsell – Sales & Nutrition Consultant at Milan Center Feeds
• James Wolf – County Extension Director in Fort Wayne
• Bob Prible – Owner at Prible Ag
• Brent McKillip – Owner at McKillip Machinery
• Jamie Bultemeier – Corporate Sales & Agronomist at A&L Great Lakes Labs
• Mike Burkhart – Retired Farmer & CEO of the Travis Burkhart Foundation
• Rob Winters – Farm Director at WOWO Radio

Join us as we explore their insights, their stories, and their hopes for the future of agriculture.