Best Alex Fernando Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 386 – Richard and Tina McConnell – Getting Herd Momentum Started 1:08:13

18h ago1:08:13

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Richard and Tina McConnell of Hand ‘N Hand Livestock Solutions joined me to discuss the process of getting a herd started moving in the same direction. We discuss what direction we want the herd to move as we are getting started as well as what percentage of the herd we want gathered before we start to move toward the objective. Thanks to our Studi…

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Ep. 385 – Kent Solberg and Jeremy Sweeten – Outwintering Cattle 1:10:36

12h ago1:10:36

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Kent Solberg and Jeremy Sweeten of Understanding Ag joined me to discuss strategies for managing outwintering cattle. We talk about how our goals for winter feeding shape our strategies as well as how we maximize the benefits and minimize the challenges. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your c…

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Ep. 384 – Clay Conry – Biblical Stewardship 34:24

10d ago34:24

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Jared Sorenson Invited me to come share on his Regenerative Legacy Summit. I chose to talk about the topic of bilical stewardship. I attempted to make the case the we were intended by God to exert influence on the creation for the benefit of the ecosystems we manage. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com t…

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Ep. 383 – Alex Russell – Finding Your Target Market 1:00:19

3d ago1:00:19

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Alex Russell of Chucktown Acres in Charleston County, SC joined me to discuss the journey he has been on to find his target market. We discuss who he thought would be his target market and what he did when he found out he was wrong. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Spo…

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Ep. 382 – Roy Thompson – Healing Autoimmune Disease 46:35

11d ago46:35

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Roy Thompson, a rancher from near Selby, SD, joined me to discuss his journey from Dis-ease to the Abundant Life. We discuss the role dietary changes played in healing his Crohn’s Disease as well as the role Regenerative Agriculture played in healing his family’s farming business. Roy will be a speaker at the first ever Pennington County Conservati…

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Ep. 381 – Tom Krawiec – Reinterpreting Bison Grazing Patterns 1:02:15

29d ago1:02:15

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Tom Krawiec joined me once again. This time to talk about recent developments in understandings of how bison moved across the North American landscape. He challenges the paradigms about the role of wolves vs. the role of Indigenous populations in influencing the grazing patterns of the bison. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head ove…

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Ep. 380 – Gabe Brown, Dr. Allen Williams, and Fernando Falomir – Soil Health Academy Q and A 1:38:28

30d ago1:38:28

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At a recent Soil Health Academy in Ft. Pierre, SD I was able to record the Q and A sessions during the academy. This is a wide-ranging discussion including financing, direct marketing, grazing, and of course soil health. Thanks to the team at Soil Health Academy for letting me capture this content. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! He…

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Ep. 379 – Lane Hale and Justin Rader – The Philosophy of Bull Leasing 46:21

2M ago46:21

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Lane Hale and Justin Rader of 100th Meridian Ranching in Canadian, TX joined me to discuss the growth and maturation of their bull leasing business. We discuss the lessons they’ve learned in bull selection, handling, and genetics. We also discuss the ins and outs of leasing bulls through 100th Meridian Ranching and the benefits of such an arrangeme…

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Ep. 378 – Greg Christiansen – Grazing Sheep and Goats Successfully 58:23

2M ago58:23

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Greg Christiansen of Grandview Livestock in Eastern, KS joined me to discuss some of the ideas that will be discussed at an upcoming Ranching School in Garnett, KS. We talk about how they go about acquiring land, adding infrastructure for sheep and goats, as well as integrating cows back into the operation as they noticed some things that went miss…

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Ep. 377 – Lane Hale and Justin Rader – Recovering from the Smokehouse Creek Fire 1:05:24

2M ago1:05:24

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Lane Hale and Justin Rader of 100th Meridian Ranching in Canadian, TX joined me to discuss their experience with the Smokehouse Creek Fire. A wildfire that burned 1.2 million acres of the Texas Panhandle and Western Oklahoma in February and March of 2024. We discuss what they did to get ready for the fire as well as what they are doing in recovery …

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Ep. 376 – Clay Conry – Ranchers as Entrepreneurs 54:42

2M ago54:42

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Jared Sorenson recently invited me to join him for his Profitable Regeneration Masterclass. I have had this talk on Ranchers as Entrepreneurs rolling around in my head for a while now so I decided to share it with Jared’s group. What are the mindsets and streams of income available to ranchers as they seek to optimize the effectiveness of their ope…

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Ep. 375 – Jordan Steele – Forming an Entity 51:15

2M ago51:15

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Jordan Steele, a Super Cruncher at Ranch Right as well as the Director of Operations at Ranch Management Consultants, joined me to discuss the ins and outs of forming an entity. We discuss the different types of entities (general partnerships, LLCs, C-Corps, S-Corps, etc.) as well as the advantages and disadvantages of each of these entities. We di…

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Ep. 374 – Brian Dougherty and Luke Jones – Thinking About Cover Crops 1:05:35

2M ago1:05:35

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Brian Dougherty and Luke Jones, consultants with Understanding Ag, joined me to discuss cover crops. We talk about how they fit in to a cash grain scenario, how we can use them to speed up biological time, and how to think about integrating livestock into our cover cropping systems. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to Under…

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Ep. 373 – Leanne Fuchs – Challenging Human Health Paradigms 58:12

2M ago58:12

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Dr. Leanne Fuchs, a Chiropractor in Missouri, joined me to discuss her approach to caring for people through her various realms of expertise. We discuss her goals and some of the different diagnostic tools she uses to help her find the best path forward for her clients. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.co…

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Ep. 372 – Dallas Mount – Using Business Language 52:51

2M ago52:51

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Dallas Mount, CEO of Ranch Management Consultants, joined me to discuss some of the helpful phrases and ideas he has come across in the years since he took over RMC. We discuss how these phrases have become useful in decision making as well as the difference they have made in their focus. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to…

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Ep. 371 – Ellen Bench – Implementing Homeopathic Livestock Health 1:06:47

3M ago1:06:47

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Ellen Bench from Remedi Animal Solutions joined me once again to answer questions that arose after the last episode we did together. She lays out the process of implementing a homeopathic livestock health strategy. We answer a number of questions from Patreon supporters as well as questions sent to me by Steve Campbell. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor…

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Ep. 370 – Harry Cope – Grazing Standing Milo 52:41

3M ago52:41

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Harry Cope of Cope Grass Farm in Truxton, MO joined me to discuss his winter-feeding strategy of grazing standing milo. This strategy has been a game changer for his operation from the perspectives of labor, soil health, and finances. We discuss his lessons learned, strategies that have helped him be successful, and somethings he is experimenting w…

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Ep. 369 – Dr. Stephan Van Vliet and Dr. Allen Williams – Growing Nutrient Dense Food 1:05:47

3M ago1:05:47

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Dr. Stephan Van Vliet and Dr. Allen Williams joined me to discuss how Dr. Van Vliet’s recent research is challenging paradigms in the nutrition sector. We talk about how healthy food starts with healthy soil as well as what farmers and ranchers can do to take advantage of developments in consumer demand for regeneratively grown food. Thanks to our …

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Ep. 368 – Ellen Bench – Homeopathic Livestock Health 1:06:32

3M ago1:06:32

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Ellen Bench a homeopathic practitioner from Montana joined me to talk about the ins and outs of homeopathic livestock health. We talk about some of the formulas she has developed as well as the most economical delivery strategies for these remedies. We also discuss how she got into this field in the first place. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Unders…

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Ep. 367 – Aaron Berger – Setting Replacement Heifers Up for Success 47:24

4M ago47:24

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Aaron Berger and Extension Educator with the University of Nebraska and the Host of the BeefWatch Podcast joined me to discuss what he has seen work well as far as setting replacement heifers up for success. We talk about all phases of the replacement heifer’s life and how to manager her to give her the greatest chance of succeeding as a cow in the…

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Ep. 366 – James Coffelt – Profiting from Every Layer 55:50

4M ago55:50

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James Coffelt of Ohio Land and Cattle Company joined me to discuss his journey into ranching by way of owning a hunting property. We discuss the way they have selected genetics over time to be able to survive on minimal inputs. We also discuss how he thinks about the difference between cash flow and wealth generation. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, …

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Ep. 365 – Kristine Root – Verifying Regenerative Systems 53:15

4M ago53:15

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Kristine Root, CMO at Regenified, joined me to discuss the current state of the regenerative food system. We also discuss the work that Regenified is doing to facilitate connections between producers, processors, and consumers of regenerative products. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your con…

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Ep. 364 – Hunter Jones – Getting Paid for Carbon 53:03

5M ago53:03

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Hunter Jones, of Grassroots Carbon, joined me to discuss the state of carbon markets as well as how people can take advantage of this market as it continues to develop. We discuss the process as well as the risks and rewards of getting paid for carbon. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your con…

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Ep. 363 – Tyson Hewitt – Selling the Ranch 1:04:39

5M ago1:04:39

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Tyson Hewitt, of Hewitt Land Company, joined me to discuss the keys to success in preparing for a real estate transaction. We talk about how to prepare a property for sale as well as what to do to get ready to purchase a property. We talk about recent market trends and different approaches to financing and marketing ranch properties. Thanks to our …

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Ep. 362 – Elaine Froese – Preparing the Next Generation to Lead 45:01

5M ago45:01

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Elaine Froese joined me once again. This time to discuss what we can do to prepare the next generation for the task of leadership. We discuss how we go about building an attractive culture as well as how we decide between successors when there is more than one interested. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.…

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Ep. 361 – Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams – 2024 State of Agriculture 1:12:04

5M ago1:12:04

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Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams of Understanding Ag joined me to discuss the state of agriculture in 2024. We discuss, among other things, the unfathomable occurrence of dust storms simultaneously with floods in the Southeast as well as what this proves and how these occurrences can be mitigated. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! He…

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Ep. 360 – John Haskell – Managing Tax Burdens 1:11:47

6M ago1:11:47

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John Haskell of Ranch Right joined me to discuss the philosophy and practice behind managing tax burden. We talk about the importance of getting this right as well as some considerations when increasing profitability of a struggling business. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation …

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Ep. 359 – Logan Pribbeno – Following the Cattle Cycle 50:22

6M ago50:22

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Logan Pribbeno of the Wine Glass Ranch joined me to discuss the journey they have been on to follow the cattle cycle. After missing the opportunity presented by the market high of 2014 Logan and his dad made a concerted effort to be prepared the next time a market high presented itself. It has been a long journey and we talk about some of the lesso…

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Ep. 358 – Bret Davis – Keeping Young Families Mounted 1:05:03

6M ago1:05:03

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Bret Davis, of Horsemanship as an Art, joined me to talk about his philosophy for keeping his young family mounted on good horses they can trust. We discuss his views on training kids to ride as well as somethings maybe you shouldn’t do. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today…

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Ep. 357 – Alejandro Carillo – Drought: Plan Now or Pay Later 48:57

6M ago48:57

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Alejandro Carillo joined me to talk about the journey they have been on from 250 cows with 6 months of supplemental feeding to running 500 cows with only sea salt as a supplement during one of the worst droughts in recent memory. We discuss the process of infrastructure development as well as the roll of good genetics. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor,…

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Ep. 356 – Cal Hardage – Grazing Grass Podcast 1:08:26

6M ago1:08:26

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Cal Hardage, Host of the Grazing Grass Podcast, joined me to discuss his operation, his podcast, and how he and his dad go about making changes on their operation. We discuss the importance of patience and open-mindedness as well as the advantages and challenges of ranching in Northeast Oklahoma. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head…

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Ep. 355 – Brian Dougherty – Managing Soil Nutrients 56:02

6M ago56:02

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Brian Dougherty has been writing a series of articles on the Understanding Ag website regarding managing nutrients. The series deals with carbon cycling as well as how nutrient mismanagement is affecting water quality. We talk about what healthy alternatives look like as well as how to get from where we are to where we need to be. Thanks to our Stu…

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Ep. 354 – Cooper Hibbard – Experimenting with Composite Breeds 1:06:36

7M ago1:06:36

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Cooper Hibbard of Sieben Land and Live Stock joined me to discuss the journey they have been on to develop a composite that fits their environment in the Gallatin Valley of Montana. We discuss the process of introducing new breeds into the already existing composite as well as some of the things they keep an eye to see if they are moving in the rig…

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Ep. 353 – Clayton Marxer – Living Western 58:04

7M ago58:04

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Clayton Marxer, Host of the newly minted, Living Western podcast joined me to discuss his motivations for starting the podcast. We talk about what makes him uniquely qualified to host this podcast as well as some of his dream guests. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sp…

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Ep. 352 – Ryan White – Measuring What Matters 1:10:24

7M ago1:10:24

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Ryan White, Founder of SnapLands, joined me to talk about how SnapLands is helping people measure what matters. He shares his own personal journey from an urban context to the expansive landscapes of the west. He also shares some stories of ranchers who have defended their right to continue managing landscapes through the data they have collected. …

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Ep. 351 – Kim Barmann, Eric Fuchs, Doug Voss – Investing in Yourself 52:55

7M ago52:55

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Kim Barmann, Eric Fuchs, and Doug Voss, board members of the Soil Health Academy, joined me to discuss how the program is constructed and what schools they will be offering this year. We talk about their programs like Battlefields to Fertile Fields as well as what financial assistance is available for those interested in attending. Thanks to our St…

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Ep. 350 – Elzinga, Fuhrer, Hibbard, Smith – Soil Health Conference Panel 1:17:48

7M ago1:17:48

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I was privileged to be the Master of Ceremonies at the South Dakota Soil Health Coalition’s Soil Health Conference. As part of those duties, I was able to moderate a panel discussion with Glenn Elzinga, Jay Fuhrer, Cooper Hibbard and Zack Smith. This was a great wide-ranging discussion with some audience Question and Answer at the end. Thanks to ou…

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Ep. 349 – David Bahnsen – Work and the Meaning of Life 49:52

8M ago49:52

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David Bahnsen is the Founder, Managing Partner, and Chief Investment Officer for the Bahnsen Group where he oversees the management of over $4.5 billion in client assets. He joined me to discuss his new book Full-Time: Work and the Meaning of Life. We discuss how understanding our creation helps us to understand the true meaning behind our work. Th…

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Ep. 348 – Glenn Elzinga – Solving Problems with Cows 1:16:28

8M ago1:16:28

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Glenn Elzinga a rancher from Idaho joined me to discuss their business model and how it helps them do the best things for the land, the people, and the bottom line. We discuss how they paid nearly $500,000 in labor costs as well as what Glenn has been learning about cows in their environment. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head ove…

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Ep. 347 – Dr. Shawn Baker – Winning the War on Food 1:22:19

8M ago1:22:19

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Dr. Shawn Baker joined me to discuss what ranchers can do to help win the war on food. We discuss topics including the role of the Beef Check-off, regulatory capture, and the nuts and bolts of the carnivore diet. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sponsors: South Dakota …

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Ep. 346 – Replay – Gabe Brown – Developing Heifers in Sync with Nature 50:03

8M ago50:03

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In this replay of episode 121 I discuss developing heifers in sync with nature with Gabe Brown. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sponsor: UnderstandingAg.com SoilHealthAcademy.orgBy Clay Conry

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Ep. 345 – Zack Smith – Pivoting the StockCropper 56:57

8M ago56:57

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Zack Smith, inventor of the StockCropping, joined me to discuss the results after the fourth season of stockcropping. This is the second time he has stockcropped those acres and they are seeing some incredible advantages in terms of profitability and yield. However, challenges still remain and they have decided to pivot the focus of The StockCroppe…

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Kris Rodriguez - Flame (Original Mix) 2:00

8M ago2:00

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Sound Tool Records Presents 'Flame' SINGLE with the code of release STR162 In charge of the artist(s): Kris RodriguezIncludes 1 tracks:1. Kris Rodriguez - Flame (Original Mix)Available on all store:Friday, Dec 22nd 2023www.strlabel.jimdo.com | #soundtoolrecordsSEND YOUR DEMOS TO:soundtoolrecords@gmail.comF O L L O W . U S:Facebook: bit.ly/strfacebo…

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Cesar Mantilla, Fede Portella - Barranco (Original Mix) 2:00

8M ago2:00

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Sound Tool Records Presents 'Barranco' EP with the code of release STR161 In charge of the artist(s): Cesar Mantilla, Fede Portella.Includes 2 tracks:1. Cesar Mantilla, Fede Portella - Barranco (Original Mix)2. Cesar Mantilla, Fede Portella - Puente De Los Suspiros (Original Mix)Available on all store:Friday, Dec 15th 2023www.strlabel.jimdo.com | #…

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Cesar Mantilla, Fede Portella - Puente De Los Suspiros (Original Mix) 2:00

8M ago2:00

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Sound Tool Records Presents 'Barranco' EP with the code of release STR161 In charge of the artist(s): Cesar Mantilla, Fede Portella.Includes 2 tracks:1. Cesar Mantilla, Fede Portella - Barranco (Original Mix)2. Cesar Mantilla, Fede Portella - Puente De Los Suspiros (Original Mix)Available on all store:Friday, Dec 15th 2023www.strlabel.jimdo.com | #…

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Jhon Timbala - House For Dancing (Original Mix) 2:00

8M ago2:00

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Sound Tool Records Presents 'House For Dancing' EP with the code of release STR160 In charge of the artist(s): Jhon Timbala.Includes 2 tracks:1. Jhon Timbala - House For Dancing (Original Mix)2. Jhon Timbala - That's How I Do It (Original Mix)Available on all store:Friday, Sept 01st 2023www.strlabel.jimdo.com | #soundtoolrecordsSEND YOUR DEMOS TO:s…

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Jhon Timbala - That's How I Do It (Original Mix) 2:00

8M ago2:00

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Sound Tool Records Presents 'House For Dancing' EP with the code of release STR160 In charge of the artist(s): Jhon Timbala.Includes 2 tracks:1. Jhon Timbala - House For Dancing (Original Mix)2. Jhon Timbala - That's How I Do It (Original Mix)Available on all store:Friday, Sept 01st 2023www.strlabel.jimdo.com | #soundtoolrecordsSEND YOUR DEMOS TO:s…

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Kris Rodriguez - Male (Original Mix) 2:00

8M ago2:00

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Sound Tool Records Presents 'Male' EP with the code of release STR159 In charge of the artist(s): Kris Rodriguez.Includes 2 tracks:1. Kris Rodriguez - Male (Original Mix)2. Kris Rodriguez - Insomnio (Original Mix)Available on all store:Friday, May 19th 2023www.strlabel.jimdo.com | #soundtoolrecordsSEND YOUR DEMOS TO:soundtoolrecords@gmail.comF O L …

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STR159: Kris Rodriguez - Insomnio (Original Mix) 2:00

8M ago2:00

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Sound Tool Records Presents 'Male' EP with the code of release STR159 In charge of the artist(s): Kris Rodriguez.Includes 2 tracks:1. Kris Rodriguez - Male (Original Mix)2. Kris Rodriguez - Insomnio (Original Mix)Available on all store:Friday, May 19th 2023www.strlabel.jimdo.com | #soundtoolrecordsSEND YOUR DEMOS TO:soundtoolrecords@gmail.comF O L …

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Ep. 344 – Jeremy Engh – The Deep History of Devon Cattle 1:10:10

9M ago1:10:10

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Jeremy Engh a rancher from Virginia and member of the Red Devon USA board joined me to discuss the history of Devon cattle in America. We also discuss the upcoming World Red Devon Congress Tour coming this Spring. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sponsor: Farming Witho…

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