When Jason Felton and his family were looking for something new to try, they turned to an unexpected source — a florist.
Felton Farm Episodes
For Jason Felton, fungicides aren’t just an option. They’re a crucial part of his crop protection plan.
Using cover crops in corn, beans and peanuts has helped Jason Felton’s soil, and his operation.
To grow four crops, the Feltons have to do a lot of work of planning each year. And even more work planting.
Jason Felton pays close attention to the fertility of his soil, adjusting his inputs based on data and the crop he plans to grow.
Whether it’s products, technology or data, Jason Felton is always looking for the next thing that can help his operation.
Wileman Farm Episodes
The Wilemans do a lot on their farm, but they have plenty of outside help. Finding people they can trust has been one of the reasons for their...
In addition to helping run a successful operation, Kurt Wileman has had a career as a successful pulling tractor builder and driver.
The Wilemans put the family in family farm, with three generations currently working together and another on the way.
Travis Wileman can’t control the weather, but he can control how he responds to it with irrigation and fungicide applications.
Travis Wileman and his BASF Innovation Specialist, Andy Grebner, share how they work together to stay with the times and not fall behind when it...
Travis Wileman talks about how technology has enabled his family farming operation to optimize outputs at Crazy Acres.
Williams Farm Episodes
Two Ricks (Williams and Jarrett), two different crops, one partnership looking to raise the best corn and soybeans possible.
The Ricks – Williams and Jarrett – went all in on no-till and look to hit a home run every year.
Every year, Rick Williams tries something new. So, he works hard in the off-season, reading up, gathering advice and making a plan.
Totemeier Farm Episodes
Kelli Totemeier, full-time farm mom and part-time cattle nutritionist, discusses the importance of looking at the science for agvocacy’s sake.
Eric Totemeier talks about how a strong partnership helps him start the growing season off on the right foot.
Eric Totemeier discusses how he maintain healthy crops despite disease pressure and dry conditions, and he looks back at something he may have done...
Eric Totemeier shares his method for getting ahead of weeds in his fields and the impact that has on his crops’ nutrition – and ultimately his...
Eric and Kelli share what they have learned about planting cover crops on their farmland.
Eric and his BASF Innovation Specialist, Nathan Wells, discuss 2017 challenges and triumphs as they prepare for 2018.
Eric and Kelly Totemeier are working hard to raise kids and cows the right way. And loving every minute of it.
Running a family farm with five kids means making some big decisions – now and for down the road.
Planting windows and application timings mean planning ahead. And also trusting your gut.