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XtremeAg’s Cutting the Curve Podcast, one of the best farming podcasts in America, hosted by Damian Mason. In each episode, top American farmers share their proven strategies for boosting crop yields and improving farm ROI. Learn from farming experts who provide tips on regenerative agriculture, new farm equipment, fertilizer recommendations, agronomy and farm efficiency. Whether you want to improve your crop yield for corn or soybeans, explore sustainable farming practices, or optimize your ...
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Could hiring a custom harvester transform your farming operation? Chad Olsen of Olsen Custom Farms and XtremeAg farmer Lee Lubbers share their insights with Damian Mason in this compelling episode. Chad’s team harvests crops across 17 states, using 90 combines and 80 semi trucks operated by 150 employees. Lee explains how partnering with Chad has b…
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Farming success hinges on precision, and this episode of XtremeAg’s Cutting the Curve dives deep into the importance of getting the right source, rate, time, and place for your crops. Host Damian Mason chats with Alabama farmer Chad Henderson, who is pushing the limits with a cutting-edge trial on double crop soybeans. Joined by Drew Ewing from Spr…
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Think wheat farming can’t be profitable? Think again. Lee Lubbers, fresh off a victory in the 2024 National Association of Wheat Growers yield competition for South Dakota, joins Damian Mason to share how he hit an incredible 138.35 bushels per acre. From evolving production practices to the strategic use of products and precise timing of applicati…
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Humidity and temperature management inside your bins are the two most critical factors to maintaining stored grain quality, but they’re hardly the only factors. Mold, toxins, foreign material, leaks, lack of air flow, damaged seed….these are but a few of the problems farmers might face when managing their grain. In this episode, host Damian Mason g…
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Don’t let winter weeds steal your nutrients or turn your field into a springtime nightmare. Join Damian Mason as he talks with farmer Kelly Garrett and FMC's Gail Stratman about why late fall and winter are crucial for weed management. Discover strategies to tackle winter annuals, protect your soil's productivity, and ensure cleaner fields come pla…
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In production agriculture, improving fertilizer efficiency is more critical than ever, with up to 90% of applied fertility feeding the soil rather than the crop. Could activated carbon be the solution? Brad Benson and Brandon Laws of Activated Carbon Technologies join Arkansas farmer Matt Miles to share results from two years of farm trials that ar…
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Fall is one of the busiest times of year for farmers, but it’s also prime time to gather insights that can drive next year’s success. In this episode, Kelly Garrett and FMC's Gail Stratman join Damian Mason to discuss how you can turn real-time observations during harvest into actionable plans that improve yield and profitability. What clues are yo…
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As 2024 unfolds, the agriculture industry faces what could be the start of several tough financial years, with farm economics taking a stark downward turn. For many in agriculture, the strains of high input costs, inflated machinery prices, and soaring interest rates are hitting home. What do these economic realities mean for the future of farming?…
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In this episode, we chat with Johnny Verell from XtremeAg, who reveals why your header transport trailer deserves more attention. Johnny shares how adding two high-speed, all-wheel-drive header trailers to his farm transformed harvest season, from speeding up field transfers to cutting down combine idle time. He also added grain tank extensions tha…
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You’re probably applying too much nitrogen. It’s not your fault, you -- along with most of America’s farmers — have been conditioned to do so. More “N” means more corn, so crank up the “N!” This over- application of Nitrogen is about to come to a halt as nutrient management plans are likely part of future farm legislation. With that in mind, why no…
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Depending on size and age, you could have more investment in your grain set up than your machinery. But do you maintain it with the same diligence as you tend to your rolling equipment? If your grain dryer, leg, or unloading system goes down during harvest, how much time might this cost you? Superior Grain’s Dave Wehlander and Rodie Jelleberg team …
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In this episode of Cutting the Curve, we dive into a groundbreaking fertility reduction trial conducted at Matt Miles' farm in Arkansas. Joined by Kelly Garrett from XtremeAg and AgroLiquid’s Galynn Beer and Stephanie Zelinko, the team tested different fertility prescriptions to see how low they could go while still maintaining strong yields. The s…
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Johnny Verell is shook things up with some major planter upgrades before the 2024 season. In this episode, Johnny sits down with Damian to discuss his decision to consolidate from three 40-foot planters to two 60-foot planters, along with modifications to his 2x2 application and a shift to wider rows. Johnny shares the reasoning behind these change…
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Are you leaving money in the field? Harvest loss is a costly problem that too many farmers face, often unknowingly. Kevin Matthews believes, “There is no acceptable loss,” especially when your hard-earned yield is blowing out the back of your combine. In this episode, Kevin and Brian Robertson from Estes Performance Concaves break down the hidden l…
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Thinking about cutting back on dry fertilizer applications to save costs? Before you make a decision, tune in to this episode of XtremeAg’s Cutting the Curve. Host Damian Mason sits down with Kelly Garrett and Scott Lay from Agricen to explore how you can reduce your dry fertilizer usage without compromising yield or depleting your soil. Learn how …
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Crop insurance might not be the most thrilling part of farming, but it’s crucial for long-term success and profitability. In this episode of XtremeAg's Cutting the Curve, Kelly Garrett teams up with financial advisor Jarod Creed of JC Ag Financial Services (Jarod@eliteagins.com) to break down how crop insurance and grain marketing can work hand-in-…
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Could hidden pathogens in your soil be silently robbing your farm of yield? According to Kelly Garrett, the impact of soil-borne diseases on his farm was greater than expected after ramping up disease testing this summer. In this episode, Rebecca Helget from Integrated Ag Solutions joins PatternAg’s Mike Tweedy to explore cutting-edge advancements …
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There’s a fallacy still held by some farmers that fertility doesn’t work if it’s not incorporated into the soil. To that end, Damian Mason posed the question to Vern Garrett: Does tillage fix nutrient stratification? The answer from XtremeAg’s next generation farmer: “Trying to solve nutrient stratification with tillage is kind of like, you stubbed…
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In this episode, Damian sits down with Jordyn Burco, a rising star in agriculture, and Mark Coots from Teva Corporation, to explore the future of farming. Jordyn shares her journey of returning to her family farm and the strides she's made over the past five years. The discussion dives deep into the challenges and opportunities of generational hand…
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With corn prices dipping below $4, farmers are facing unprecedented challenges. Johnny Verell, who has been trialing various corn strategies over the past five years, joins forces with Brian Adams of Volunteer Ag Service to share how Verell Farms plans to adapt and stay afloat. From innovative approaches to cost-cutting measures, they delve into th…
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In this episode, Damian Mason, Chad Henderson and Kevin Matthews dive deep into the "systems approach" to production agriculture, breaking down what this approach entails, starting with the planter and in-furrow practices and carrying them all the way through to harvest. Tune in to learn how this holistic method is revolutionizing the way they mana…
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Matt Miles and his son Layne reveal the impressive results of their three-year trial on early-planted soybeans. Discover how their February-planted beans achieved a remarkable yield of 90 bushels per acre and learn about the benefits of early harvesting, including a positive price basis. Matt also shares exciting news about their double crop soybea…
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Chances are, you’re planting treated seed. But are your seeds treated with the right products to deliver you maximum yield potential? Seed treatment options have expanded tremendously, as have the quality of inputs available via treatment. XA’s Temple Rhodes, Kelly Garrett and Damian Mason join Corteva Biologicals’ Mario Carillo in a discussion abo…
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If you’re not tissue sampling your crops now, you might as well make the jump straight to sap sampling. If you are tissue sampling, it’s time for your crop testing to evolve. That’s the general consensus from Mike Evans of Integrated Ag Solutions. Why sap rather than tissue? Because tissue sampling tells you what’s already happened in the the plant…
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It’s no secret, farm revenue will be down in 2024. So, how can you keep your farm finances flush? One method: Adjust your fertility program to a “just in time” application method, saving on fertility spend while getting greater yields. Temple Rhodes explains how he’s shifting his fertility program, applying nutrients just as the plant needs them. T…
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In this episode, join host Damian as he dives into the world of agricultural drones with Layne Miles and his father, Matt. Discover how this dynamic duo from Arkansas is embracing cutting-edge technology to revolutionize their farming operations. From the legal hurdles to financial considerations, and the practical to the impractical applications, …
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Listen in to this interesting conversation between Kelly Garrett, Matt Miles, Kurt Grimm and Damian Mason on the feasibility of drip irrigation for Matt's farm. Is he actually losing money by not installing drip? Kelly does the math and the results might surprise you! (and Matt too!)द्वारा XtremeAg
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Temple Rhodes has been toying around for years with methods to stunt his soybeans early season in an effort to attain higher yields end of season. He’s used chemistry, various timed applications of plant growth regulators, and now he’s experimenting with fertility to stunt growth. Why would a farmer want to stunt his beans? As Temple says, “We don’…
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Chad Henderson doesn’t like to skimp on crop inputs. He is, after all, one of the “send it twins” — always ready to push the limits and add an additional application. That’s why we at XA thought it’d be fun to put a throttle governor on Chad. Along with our field day partners at AgroLiquid, we gave Chad three budgets based on three different corn p…
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Imagine a field day where the topic isn’t how big or beautiful the corn is, but instead how profitable the field will be. That’s the concept of this year's research plot at Matt Miles’ McGehee, Arkansas farm. Matt is competing with Galynn Beer and Stephanie Zelinko of AgroLiquid as well as Kelly Garrett of XtremeAg. Each of the four engineered a cr…
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In this episode, we dive deep into the often overlooked world of "mini-micros" – essential trace elements like cobalt, nickel, and molybdenum that could be the missing link in your crop nutrition strategy. Join Kelly Garrett and Mike Evans from Integrated Ag Solutions as they explore the critical role these nutrients play in maximizing yields. They…
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Kelly Garrett says only about ten to fifteen percent of America’s farms use planters equipped with in-furrow application technology. That said, more farmers are looking to utilize in-furrow to provide them with a greater range of options and timing for inputs. Damian talk s to Kelly and Mario Carrillo of Corteva Biologicals about the components of …
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XtremeAg’s Canadian affiliate Sam Coutu is giddy about how spring is shaping up for his Quebec farming operation. Sam went to the fields this year with refurbished planters and a different mindset. The money he’s saving on wasted fertility at time of planting he’s reapportioning to seed and late-season Y-drop fertilizer applications. Sam discusses …
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After the corn is planted and emerged, it’s time to plan your next several fertility passes. That is, unless you are flinger of dry fertility using the “one and done” approach, which as it turns out, doesn’t work all that well. Kevin Matthews explains how he maximizes yield and his investment with multiple liquid fertility applications. Kevin is jo…
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Manure can be magical for improving your soil and attaining bigger crops. But, like any fertility source, it can be over-applied creating imbalanced soil fertility. Getting the most from a manure source involves agronomic analysis, testing, and even variable rate application. Paul Beyer of NextGen Fertilizers began working with Colorado dairy and c…
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Are you reluctant to go no-till because you think you’ll lose yield? Does planting into heavy crop residue concern you? Kelly, Lee, and Kevin explain their methods to attaining high — sometimes record — yields with a no-till systems approach. They cover everything from the combine, to residue breakdown products, to specialized forms of “non-tillage…
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Autonomous farm machinery is coming. Before you get excited (or overwhelmed) by the prospect of driverless equipment, understand this: Autonomy is coming in incremental doses, it’s applicable to your existing machinery, it’s affordable, and we’re still a few years away from the technology being completely “hands free.” AGCO’s Brandon Montgomery and…
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Change is the heartbeat of progress, and nowhere is this more evident than in the field of agriculture. "The Pace of Change" brings together the fresh minds of XtremeAg's next generation—Layne Miles, Connor Garrett, Danielle Matthews-Venable, Alexander Evans, and Jackson Henderson—for a riveting conversation with host Damian Mason and Teva Corporat…
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Matt Miles can’t catch a break weather-wise as the rains continue to pound his part of the Arkansas delta. Regardless, farming is farming and it’s time to make some adjustments. Matt has decided it’s too late for replant corn to provide much yield potential. So, he’s reducing his already reduced corn acreage and switching to soybeans via a replant.…
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Join host Damian Mason as he poses the question: "Is Ag Tech where it should be?" to the next generation of farming industry professionals. This roundtable discussion features Guests Layne Miles, Connor Garrett, Danielle Matthews-Venable, Alexander Evans, Jackson Henderson and Caleb Coots dive into pressing questions about the current state of agri…
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Lee Lubbers is strategically increasing protein levels in his winter wheat not just for additional revenue, but to avoid financial losses from lower protein content, which can significantly reduce the price per bushel. In discussions with Damian, Lee delves into the agronomic techniques and business strategies for enhancing protein levels in wheat …
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The Business of Agriculture needs youth to enter the industry. To accomplish this, there must be opportunity for personal and professional growth. Are we providing it? What opportunities do Ag’s next generation see and what struggles are presented in keeping Ag’s kids in Ag? Damian sits down with a panel of Ag up-and-comers to get their thoughts on…
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In the future, you may be using concentrated manure as a starter fertilizer on your planter. Even if you’re not close to a livestock operation, manure may become a part of your annual fertilizer application. So says Kurt Grimm of NutraDrip whose irrigation company is deploying new methods to extract value from manure while making the livestock by-p…
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Join host Damian as he dives into the profound question of agriculture's future through the eyes of its heirs in this compelling episode of Cutting The Curve. In an insightful roundtable discussion with Danielle Matthews, Vern Garrett, Jackson Henderson, Layne Miles, and Alexander Evans, and Caleb Coots from Teva Corporation's third generation, we …
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Temple Rhodes isn’t afraid to tell you what your soil tests likely aren’t: That you have a phosphorous problem. Specifically, you have a problem getting your “P” untied and then up-taken by your crops. Tommy Roach with Nachurs and James Paterson with AgroTech USA join Temple to explain how you can maximize your phosphorous. Just because you’re spen…
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The supply chain disruptions you heard so much about from 2020 through 2022 unsettled the machinery market. Now in 2024, the farm equipment marketplace is still adjusting. Inventory of used machines has been climbing rapidly over the last year. This run up in supply should equate to lower sale prices…but it’s not. Casey Seymour of Moving Iron LLC a…
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Matt Miles pace of planting was looking good. 100% of his corn and rice is not only in the ground, but emerged. As was 45% of his soybean acreage. Then the rains came. A half foot of rain and it’s still not finished. As you might imagine, he’s got crops under water. Matt talks to Damian about wet conditions, past experience, adjustments he’s making…
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Is a downturn market the right time to expand grain storage facility? In this episode of Xtreme Ag's Cutting the Curve from Commodity Classic 2024, host Damian Mason is joined by Johnny Verell from Tennessee, Chad Henderson from Alabama, Kelly Garrett from Iowa, and grain industry professional Rodie Jelleberg from Superior Grain. Together, they del…
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Suddenly, we’re hearing a lot about Carbon Intensity Scores in Agriculture. What is a CI score, why does it matter, and how can you use it (eventually) to improve your financials? Those questions and more are addressed by Temple Rhodes who is joined by Holganix's Barrett Ersek and David Stark. If you’d like to improve your soil AND financial health…
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In the unforgiving landscape of Guymon, Oklahoma, where the earth tests the mettle of those who farm it, Nelson Rentz stands as a testament to resilience and innovation. Garnering a third place state finish in the 2023 NCGA contest for his impressive strip-till, irrigated corn yield of 292 bushels per acre, Nelson talks to Cutting The Curve host, D…
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