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Hosted by Farmers for Soil Health · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 23 episodes
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Welcome to “The Grow Down on Soil Health” podcast, where we dive deep into sustainable farming practices designed to enhance both your land and your bottom line. Join host Ben West, Ph.D., executive director of Farmers for Soil Health, and a diverse lineup of guests from various agricultural backgrounds as they share entertaining stories, invaluable soil health management techniques, and the incredible benefits cover crops can bring to your farm. Farmers for Soil Health is a program created by farmers for farmers. It is committed to enhancing soil health practices, such as planting cover crops, to improve the environment and increase farmers' profitability. Check out FarmersforSoilHealth.com for more information. This podcast is brought to you in partnership with the Soy Checkoff, Pork Checkoff, National Corn Growers Association and the Soil Health Institute.
Farmers for Soil Health hosts The Grow Down on Soil Health, a education show with 23 episodes published.
Today’s episode features Maria Teresa Tancredi, Ph.D., a senior soil health specialist with the Conservation Technology Information Center (CTIC) and a Farmers for Soil Health Minnesota technical advisor. She’s here to s
On today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Blake Sullivan, senior product manager with our technology partner, DTN. Blake has helped lead the Farmers for Soil Health platform for the past four years and brings valuable
Today, we’re joined by Zeb Winslow, a fifth-generation farmer who has been utilizing cover crops on his 900-acre operation for the last 13 years. He’s here to share what he’s learned along the way, from the transition fr
On this episode, Carl Coleman, a farmer with 36 years of experience who also joined the seed business, is here to share his story of starting cover crops and the benefits he, his neighbors and his customers have seen. He
Today’s episode features Rob Myers, Ph.D., a well-known figure in regenerative agriculture. He’s here to share his cover crop knowledge on topics like getting started, species selection before row crops, grazing and how
Today’s episode features Wayne Honeycutt, Ph.D., as he takes us on a journey to not only break down the importance of soil health but also how nonprofits like the Soil Health Institute work to help farmers overcome the k
On today’s episode, we have John Fulton, Ph.D. He’s here to discuss his research findings and how that information can empower farmers when making decisions on their operations. Learn what has come from his three years o
This episode features Michael Thompson, a well-known name in conservation agriculture. Michael is here to discuss his family farm’s journey to implementing conservation practices and the resources he used to make that tr
On today’s episode, we have Hans Schmitz here to share his knowledge on the role cover crops play in farming systems affected by a common variable: the weather. You’ll learn more about the role of cover crops in 4R manag
In this episode, we have Mark Eastham, sustainable products lead at leading grocery retailer Ahold Delhaize USA. Mark gives us a better understanding of the retailer's perspective on sustainability. Learn why sustainable
Today’s episode features NRCS Minnesota State Conservationist, Troy Daniell, who will help us take a closer look at the present and future impacts of soil health practices, such as cover crops, on the water cycle and agr
For today’s episode of “The Grow Down on Soil Health,” we have Lee Briese with us to break down what any farmer should expect when a crop consultant steps onto their field. Learn how regular visits, strong relationships
On today’s episode of “The Grow Down on Soil Health,” we have Jeff Chandler here to dive into the impact of conservation barriers and how to find the solutions to overcome them. Learn how better technology, support from
In this episode of “The Grow Down on Soil Health,” we have Bill Leigh with us to discuss not only how cover crops, soil health and conservation practices are changing the future of farming and driving opportunities with
In this episode of The Grow Down on Soil Health, we are joined by Courtney Yuskis to explore how new technology and farming practices are shaping farmer profitability and adoption decisions. Courtney breaks down why ther
In this episode of The Grow Down on Soil Health, we sit down with Jack Cornell, Director of Supply Chain Resilience at the United Soybean Board (USB), to explore how farmer stewardship and sustainable supply chains are a
On today’s episode of “The Grow Down on Soil Health,” we have Aidan Walton here to discuss the interconnected impact that trust, technology and dedicated conservation specialists have on the adoption of conservation prac
In this episode of The Grow Down on Soil Health, we are joined by Greg Goodwin to explore how economics, efficiency, and trust play a critical role in the future of conservation. Greg breaks down how funding conservation
In this episode of The Grow Down on Soil Health, we are joined by Ryan Heiniger to explore how family, wildlife, and conservation come together to shape a farm legacy that benefits both the land and future generations. R
On today’s episode of “The Grown Down on Soil Health,” Olivia Caillouet, Ph.D., and Erin Gundy detail the benefits of cover crops, highlighting why they are a game-changer for sustainability and soil health. Caillouet is
Rob Myers, Ph.D.
author of Amaranth: An Ancient Grain and Exceptionally Nutritious Food · Center for Regenerative Agriculture at the University of Missouri
1 appearance on this show
Michael Thompson
farmer, rancher, 2025 Conservation Ag Operator Fellow · Kansas Department of Agriculture Division of Conservation
1 appearance on this show
Jeff Chandler
President · Rockwall-Heath High School Ninth Grade Campus
1 appearance on this show
Maria Teresa Tancredi, Ph.D.
Conservation Technology Information Center
1 appearance on this show
John Fulton
The Ohio State University
1 appearance on this show
Mark Eastham
Ahold Delhaize USA
1 appearance on this show
Troy Daniell
NRCS
1 appearance on this show
Lee Briese
Centrol
1 appearance on this show
Jack Cornell
United Soybean Board
1 appearance on this show
Olivia Caillouet
University of Missouri’s Center for Regenerative Agriculture
1 appearance on this show
Stefan Maupin
Tennessee Soybean Promotion Council
1 appearance on this show
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