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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.

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In this episode of Patio Pondering, we sit down with AJ Friedges, a numbers-driven livestock and crop farmer and agribusiness professional from northeastern Iowa. Known for his meticulous focus on profit projections and profitability analysis, AJ uses his expertise to manage his cattle and crop farms while helping his customers at Farmers Mill achieve their own financial goals.

We explore:
✅ How AJ’s love for numbers shapes his approach to farming and agribusiness
✅ Strategies for improving profitability in livestock and crop operations
✅ The rise of direct-to-consumer meat sales and its financial implications for farmers
✅ Key insights into market trends and customer success stories
✅ The lessons farming teaches about resilience, decision-making, and financial planning

Join us for an engaging discussion that blends data-driven farming with practical advice for navigating the evolving world of agriculture. Whether you’re a farmer, an agribusiness professional, or just curious about the business side of farming, this episode offers valuable perspectives on profitability and sustainability in modern agriculture.

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In this episode of Patio Pondering, we sit down with Dave Voors, a seasoned agribusiness professional and active crop farmer from Monroeville, Indiana. With experience spanning equipment sales, agricultural banking, and managing his own crop farm, Dave brings a unique, firsthand perspective on the intersection of farming, finance, and innovation.

We explore:
✅ How his farming background shaped his career in agribusiness and banking
✅ Key takeaways from the Ag Bankers Conference at Purdue
✅ Challenges farmers face today, from a banker's perspective
✅ Discussion on relationship selling as a banker and transition challenges about to hit agriculture
✅ The unexpected lessons farming teaches about sustainability, resilience, and business strategy

Join us for a candid discussion that blends real-world farming wisdom with industry expertise. Whether you're a farmer, banker, or just passionate about agriculture, this episode offers valuable insights into the forces shaping modern farming and finance.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform!

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