79. Inside an Organic Row Crop Operation: Markets, Mistakes & Mindset with Reece Klug

At a time when conventional row crop margins are under heavy pressure, John sits down with Reece Klug to explore a very different path. Reece farms with his family in eastern Nebraska, running both conventional and organic acres alongside a feedlot operation. In this conversation, they dig into what organic production actually looks like in practice, beyond the buzzwords and assumptions.Reece shares how their operation transitioned acres into organic production, the mistakes they made along the way, and the mindset shift required to move away from input-driven systems toward biology, rotations, and management. They discuss soil health changes over time, integrating cover crops and grazing, certification requirements, and how organic grain markets really work. With real numbers and honest comparisons, this episode highlights why organic production has dramatically improved profitability per acre for their operation, even through challenging market cycles.Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! In this episode, we cover:What the three-year organic transition really looks like in practiceYield changes, input reductions, and how profitability compares to conventional cropsHow cover crops and grazing fit into an organic row crop systemOrganic grain markets, pricing, and working directly with buyersCertification requirements, audits, and record-keeping realitiesConnect with Reece:Send an email at [email protected] 402-910-4805Connect with Ranch Right:Subscribe on YouTube Follow on Instagram @ranchrightllc Follow on Facebook Check out the websiteCheck out all of our past webinars hereResources & Links:Book a Free Discovery Call to Learn More Ranching for Profit Ranching.FYI Wally Olson, Olson Ranch LLC Mentioned in this episode:We work with producers on cash flow, risk management, and long-term financial strategy so the business stays resilient—no matter the market. If you want to see whether that’s the right fit for your operation, click below to book a free call.Book a free discovery call