Renk Seeds of Innovation

Where we share generations of knowledge to help grow your own farming operation. In our episodes, we provide current insights to help you farm stronger and make the most of every acre. Join us as we explore real-world farming solutions and cutting-edge seed technology. Innovating agriculture, one seed at a time.

Renk Seeds of Innovation is a business podcast hosted by Renk Seed, with 18 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Renk Seed hosts Renk Seeds of Innovation, a business show with 18 episodes published.

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  Episode #5

  180 Years of Innovation — Looking Back at Our Roots

  Aug 12, 202628 minS2

  This year, Renk Seed is celebrating 180 years in business. We’re reflecting on this milestone and looking back at the people, ideas, and decisions that have helped our family-owned seed company grow through generations of change. In this episode, Max is joined by Renk Seed’s lead team: Jeff, Brett, and Alex Renk. Together, they discuss embracing biotechnology, advancing computer systems and automation for a rapidly changing industry, and improving processes to serve their customers and dealers better. Their stories show that innovation doesn’t always begin with a major breakthrough; it often starts with asking if there’s a better way and putting in the work to find a solution. Jeff, Brett, and Alex Renk share how planning ahead, adapting to new technologies, and leveraging their individual strengths helped Renk become what it is today as they continue building for the next generation.

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  Episode #4

  2026 Midseason Crop Outlook — Getting In Your Fields Before Harvest

  Jul 21, 202634 minS2

  The growing season is entering one of its most important stages and the decisions we make now can have a lasting impact come harvest. In this episode, Max is joined by Karl Bobholz, our Corn Product Manager, and Jim Torkelson, our Western Sales Lead, for a midseason report. Together, they discuss how this year’s planting conditions, weather patterns, and growing environment are shaping crops across the Midwest. From nutrient availability and disease pressure to crop scouting and insect activity, Karl and Jim dive into what they’re seeing in the field and what growers should be paying attention to as harvest approaches. Along the way, they share practical recommendations for prioritizing field visits, evaluating risk, and making management choices that can maximize your return on investment. One thing is for sure: a successful crop isn’t just about the work you do from the tractor seat. It’s about walking your fields, understanding what your crop is telling you, and making informed decisions for a strong yield.

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  Episode #3

  A Generational Legacy - The Johaneks Balance Evolving Tech and Grounded Family Values

  Jun 11, 202624 minS3

  For more than a century, the Johanek family has owned and operated a dairy near Green Bay, Wisconsin. They have grown from a small 50-cow dairy into a 500-cow operation managing nearly 2,000 acres, all while building a trusted reputation as longtime Renk Seed dealers and continuing a family legacy largely passed down through the women of the family. In this episode of Renk Seeds of Innovation podcast, Max sits down with father-daughter duo Mark and Alyssa Johanek to discuss the realities of multi-generational farming, balancing tradition with innovation, and preparing the next generation to lead. The Johaneks share how they continue evolving while staying grounded in family values, from precision ag technology and herd-monitoring systems, to the future potential of robotic milking. They also discuss the importance of community outreach, agricultural education, and creating opportunities for young people in farming.

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  Episode #2

  Drone Application in Agriculture – Where Timing, Efficiency, and Opportunity Meet

  May 14, 202622 minS2

  <p>Drone technology is quickly becoming a bigger part of agriculture, but its real value comes down to how it performs in the field.</p><p>In this episode of Renk Seeds of Innovation, Max sits down with farmers and drone users Ryan and Matt, along with drone application business owner and operator Michelle, to discuss what drone application looks like in practice. From getting started and navigating the learning curve, to managing acres and building out service-based operations, they share firsthand experiences using drones across different setups.</p><p>As the conversation unfolds, they highlight where drones are creating...

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  Alfalfa Winter Kill & Injury: What to Check and How to Evaluate Your Stand

  Apr 15, 202631 minS2

  <p>Winter can take a toll on alfalfa, and early spring is when the damage starts to show.</p><p>In this episode of the Renk Seeds of Innovation podcast, Max is joined by Alex Renk and Bob Wilms to talk through the difference between winter kill and winter injury; what causes each, and what growers should watch for as fields begin to green up.</p><p>They cover the role of snow cover, dormancy, ice sheeting, and heaving, along with how to evaluate root and crown health, assess shoot counts, and decide whether a stand is worth keeping, rotating...

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