AgWarriors

Regenerative agriculture is a topic that is gaining momentum today, but for Brandon Meiners and his family, it started long before it became mainstream. Meiners shares how his father helped pioneer cover crops across the Midwest and the challenges that came with advocating for regenerative practices early on.In this episode, Meiners discusses his journey into agriculture and how he became director of agronomy at Midwestern BioAg. Although he originally attended college for criminal justice, he realized he missed the relationships, stories, and connection to farmers that he grew up around. After his father faced cancer and he reevaluated his own path, Meiners returned to agriculture and found a passion for business development and helping farmers better understand nutrient density and regenerative agriculture practices.Connect with the AgWarriors Podcast across social media: Instagram: @ag.warriorsYouTube: @AgWarriorsPodcastFacebook: @AG WarriorsTiktok: @ag_warriors

Farming and building solutions for farmers has always been a family affair for Doug Applegate. After learning the trade from his father, he has passed that same passion on to the next generation, while identifying a need to help growers become more efficient in spraying. That need led to the creation of Praxidyn, a family-built business with a product focused on automating chemical mixing. In this episode, Applegate shares the journey from product development to launching —  which took seven years —  and growing a self-funded company.He also discusses the challenges he has overcome, insights for entrepreneurs, the process of building a dealer network and what’s ahead for the business. Plus, Doug opens up about his personal story and how his faith impacts his work and leadership.Connect with the AgWarriors Podcast across social media: Instagram: @ag.warriorsYouTube: @AgWarriorsPodcastFacebook: @AG WarriorsTiktok: @ag_warriors

In this episode, Elizabeth Omet shares the mindset that has guided her life, “the harder you work, the luckier you get.” Raised in the city in Texas, she once considered fashion school but ultimately pursued business, knowing early on she wanted to build something of her own.She launched a home health care company before pivoting into agriculture alongside her husband, helping bring Big-Tex baler twine to the North American market through Protexia. From adapting successful European products to gaining traction in the U.S., Elizabeth reflects on the many “no’s” she faced and the persistence it took to keep going, including one memorable trip with baler twine in an airplane. With a strong belief in a family-business mentality, she emphasizes service, trusted partnerships, and investing in both products and people. Connect with the AgWarriors Podcast across social media: Instagram: @ag.warriorsYouTube: @AgWarriorsPodcastFacebook: @AG WarriorsTiktok: @ag_warriors

From performing at 195 rodeos across four countries in one year to battling cancer while staying committed to the career he loves, Matt Merritt’s story is one of resilience, authenticity and family.In this episode, Merritt joins host Jeremy Matuszewski to share what it took to build a career as a rodeo clown, the behind-the-scenes logistics of working rodeos at events like Canadian Western Agribition and how he stayed strong through some of the biggest challenges of his life. He also discusses the importance of staying healthy, having time for family while spending much of the year on the road and advice on topics like investing. Through it all, Meritt shares relatable ways people can continue to be warriors throughout life. Connect with the AgWarriors Podcast across social media: Instagram: @ag.warriorsYouTube: @AgWarriorsPodcastFacebook: @AG WarriorsTiktok: @ag_warriors

Fifth-generation farmer Zack Youngquist did not originally plan to return to his family’s farm. While studying business in college, he made the difficult decision to leave during his senior year when his grandfather became ill. Since then, Zack has navigated the ups and downs of farming while building a business rooted in opportunity. As the founder of Interpose Ag, he identified a need for independent fertilizer solutions, offering Unicorn fertilizer products to better serve farmers.Along the way, Zack has developed his own perspective on risk — one that differs from previous generations. Following the sudden loss of his parents, he reflects on how faith, resilience and intentional legacy planning now shape both his life and his work. Connect with the AgWarriors Podcast across social media: Instagram: @ag.warriorsYouTube: @AgWarriorsPodcastFacebook: @AG WarriorsTiktok: @ag_warriors

Kyle Folk did not follow a traditional route into agriculture. From aspiring filmmaker to electrician to agtech entrepreneur, his career has evolved through bold decisions and unexpected opportunities.In this episode, Folk joins host Jeremy Matuszewski at the recent Agritechnica show to share how his Canadian farming roots eventually drew him back to agriculture, even after years spent building and operating an electrical business. While starting a family, taking on a mortgage and attending school, he felt a strong pull to pursue something more. That drive led him back to the farm, where a business idea began to develop. After keeping the concept on hold for two years, a pitch program inspired him to move forward. That step ultimately grew into a successful software company, which he later sold. Today, Folk is dedicating his time and experience to supporting another agricultural business.Listen through the final minutes to hear his advice on entrepreneurship, risk-taking and the principles that helped shape his success.Connect with the AgWarriors Podcast across social media: Instagram: @ag.warriorsYouTube: @AgWarriorsPodcastFacebook: @AG WarriorsTiktok: @ag_warriors

Lorenzo Roos is a generational farmer in Brazil who is also sharing his farming story on social media to connect with farmers around the world. In this episode, Roos discusses his family’s farming history, the dynamics of family farming and his mindset of helping other farmers.Roos and AgWarriors Podcast host Jeremy Matuszewski talk about the differences in growing seasons between Brazil and North America, while highlighting shared priorities such as soil preservation, soil health and the use of cover crops. Roos also opens up about the personal challenge of losing his father as a young adult and how that experience shaped his perspective on farming and leadership. The conversation also touches on government challenges facing Brazilian agriculture, Roos’ passion for farming, how he got started as a content creator and why sharing agriculture online matters. He also offers advice for young farmers and those looking to tell their own ag story.Connect with the AgWarriors Podcast across social media: Instagram: @ag.warriorsYouTube: @AgWarriorsPodcastFacebook: @AG WarriorsTiktok: @ag_warriors

Autonomy and artificial intelligence are transforming agriculture, and FarmWave CEO Craig Ganssle joins the conversation to share more about those innovations. In this episode, Ganssle shares the story behind launching FarmWave, a company focused on AI-driven solutions for agricultural machinery. He joins hosts Jeremy Matuszewski at the recent Agritechnica show to discuss the innovation behind FarmWave and the entrepreneurial journey that led him there, including lessons from a previous business venture. Ganssle reflects on his connection to farming and agriculture, as well as his service in the U.S. Marines, and how those experiences shaped his leadership as CEO. He also talks about the challenges of launching a company in 2020, the value of accuracy and what’s next for FarmWave, including new features for 2026. Connect with the AgWarriors Podcast across social media: Instagram: @ag.warriorsYouTube: @AgWarriorsPodcastFacebook: @AG WarriorsTiktok: @ag_warriors

Marcus Holtkötter, a 12th-generation farmer from Germany, joins AgWarriors to share what it’s like to raise pigs and grow crops in Europe amid increasing government regulations. He discusses the education required to farm in Europe, lessons learned through experience, and the power of building strong networks with fellow farmers. Holtkötter also offers his perspective on the growing role of data in agriculture, the impacts of the war in Russia and Ukraine and the future of small farms in a conversation with host Jeremy Matuszewski.

As a fourth-generation farmer, Levi Scherman always felt a pull toward farming — even while selling seed across Western Canada. In this episode, host Jeremy Matuszewski talks with Levi at Agritechnica to hear his deep roots in farming, how studying crop technology in college cemented his desire to stay in agriculture, how he managed to purchase his own farmland before the age of 21 and only a few tangents about sports!

Recorded at Agritechnica, host Jeremy Matuszewski sits down with Dmytro Kobazarenko, owner of Kobzarenko Plant, a leading agricultural machinery manufacturer in Ukraine. Dmytro shares his upbringing in Ukraine, his education and how he describes navigating life and business amid the ongoing war. He also reflects on living and working in countries such as Germany and Poland, the challenges his company faced during the COVID-19 pandemic and the moments that shaped its growth. Dmytro also explains how the company remains a family business in the memory of his father and how it continues to fight for a strong future despite unprecedented adversity.

Jens Kremer, a lifelong enthusiast of major industry events, serves as Managing Director of DLG International, a subsidiary of the German Agricultural Society (DLG). The organization develops and coordinates international trade fairs and conferences including Agritechnica, the world’s leading agricultural trade fair.Host Jeremy Matuszewski talks with Jens about his upbringing in Germany, his path into the events industry and how he ultimately stepped into his current leadership role. They discuss future initiatives, the growth of DLG International’s global reach and how the organization continues to share information and networking opportunities. The episode also includes a preview of what’s coming next on Ag Warriors.

From Germany, Jeremy Matuszewski and guest co-host Andy Castillo share their insights on the cutting-edge technology and innovation showcased at Agritechnica, the world’s leading agricultural trade fair drawing nearly 500,000 visitors from 52 countries. They also preview what’s ahead for the podcast, including future guests and conversations that highlight the human side of agriculture, even in a tech-driven world. And of course, it wouldn’t be an episode without a little sports talk!This episode also features perspectives from Jeff Cooper, vice president of trade development at Saskatchewan Trade & Export Partnership, and Rob O’Connor, Ag in Motion show director, on what stood out to them at the show.

Andy Castillo grew up in Massachusetts without a farming background, and he believes that gives him a unique perspective when reporting on farm equipment and machinery as an editor at Farm Progress. In this episode, he shares some of the new technologies and standout stories he has covered over the years, emphasizing the opportunities in agriculture even for those who didn’t grow up in the industry.The conversation spans from his love of sports and travel, how he got his start in journalism alongside his military involvement, and the value of farm shows in creating educational opportunities for farmers. Andy also discusses the growing need in ag media to better understand the ROI of new technologies and equipment so information can clearly communicate the value behind these innovations.

From broadcasting on Iowa public airwaves to now running five businesses, Delaney Howell’s grit and determination are unmatched. Growing up on a livestock and crop farm with her brothers, Delaney found joy in showing animals at fairs, a foundation that shaped her love for agriculture. That passion led her to study agricultural education in college, where she discovered her true calling behind the microphone.She went on to host a television show covering commodity markets, co-founded the Ag News Daily Podcast, and launched AgCulture Marketing, yet her journey hasn’t been without challenges. Tune in to this episode for never-before-heard insights into how Delaney navigated those opportunities and became a recognized leader and communicator in agriculture.

Connecting growers and showcasing the latest agriculture technologies are a focus for one of Brazil's largest cooperatives, Coopercitrus Rural Producers'. At the latest Coopercitrus Expo —  spanning many hectares of innovation — Chairman of the Board of Directors Matheus Marino shares with Jeremy Matuszewski how the cooperative supports farmers in Brazil and the similarities to agriculture in the United States. The event’s family-friendly atmosphere and excitement contribute to its continued success. Year after year, Coopercitrus welcomes members from across its operating area, connecting them with leading business opportunities, technologies and sustainability initiatives, establishing the expo as one of the most important agricultural fairs in the area.

In 2008, Mike and Kim Burkhart’s son, Travis, was involved in a near-fatal auto accident. They share their experience and reflections from that time, along with the difficult journey that followed. Travis’s road to recovery was anything but easy, but his parents knew they wanted to help others facing similar challenges. That’s why they created the Travis Burkhart Foundation, dedicated to raising awareness about traumatic brain injury and supporting people in all medical conditions. Learn more about the Foundation: https://www.travisburkhartfoundation.com/.

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with Tim Young, of Young's Equipment. At only 18, Tim began working for Case, driving a tractor and cultivator 4,500 miles across Manitoba and Saskatchewan, demonstrating equipment to farmers. Tune in to hear the valuable life lessons he learned about human kindness, hard work, and being aware of one's surroundings. Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with Joe Gardiner, a third-generation farmer from Clearwater, Manitoba, about his transformative journey into regenerative agriculture and community building. Gain insights into how a small rural community thrives, the challenges of modern farming, and one farmer's passionate transition to more sustainable agricultural practices through cover cropping and soil health. The episode offers a personal, inspiring look at agricultural innovation and the importance of rural community connections.Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with Tanner & Corey of the Farm4Profit Podcast about the struggles farmers are facing in today's economy, how to start a podcast and the people that have helped make the biggest difference along the way.  Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with Kristen Phillips - Farmer, 4-H Member, MB AgDays General Manager - about her journey from Travelling the country as a competitive curler to running Canada's Biggest indoor Farm Show and saving lives along the way. Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with The Farm Babe, an ex-Gucci employee turned international farm advocate, and discuss her journey around the world, finding love and putting on the world's first farm cruise. Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with AgWarriors Producer and Co-Founder Tommy Ryman. The two discuss 2024's best episodes, successes and plans for 2025. Thank you for watching and listening to AgWarriors in 2024--we truly appreciate your support!Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with Pat Scherman, one of the inventors of the ScherGain Drop Pan Solution System, father and long time farmer. They discuss Pats 50+ years of farming experience and his philosophy behind helping people and grain loss. Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with Vincent Pawluski: farmer and inventor of RC Farm Arm - a remote control system for tractors and machinery; to discuss Vince's early retirement and how it led him to starting RC Farm Arm. Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with Dan Aberhart of Aberhart Ag and discusses his journey to building an Ag Empire. Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

Bobby sits down with Ag Salesman, brother and much less handsome counterpart TJ Matuszewski to talk about life and the family business. 

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with Logan Wemyss of Aricks Australia. They discuss Logan's rich past including competitive Shooting politics, Drill Rebuilding, and his time in the Australian army. Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with Steve Kastning the inventor of the Duck Foot Paddle Tines and discusses Steve's life journey. Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with John Penning, a Californian Rice Farmer about what the current state of California Agriculture, Family Farms and the Future of North American Agriculture.Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with Cody Garrison of Apexx Drones about how Drone technology is going to change the future of Cover Crops and Spraying for farmers. Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

Bobby sits down with Ag Salesman Terry Wall for Thunderstruck Sales and Marketing to discuss his life before Thunderstruck. They talk past jobs, trade shows, and how he started in Ag Sales.

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski reconnects with longtime friend and business owner Valerie Froese. They dive into the early days of Thunderstruck, reflecting on its evolution and challenges. Valerie also shares how working with Jeremy has shaped her journey and influenced the growth of her business, Indigo Bookkeeping. Join them for a candid conversation filled with insights and memories.Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

Bobby sits down with the Client Success Manager for Thunderstruck Sales and Marketing to discuss what his "thing" is. They talk past jobs, biggest losses and share laughs over who the scariest super villain client would be. Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

This week on the podcast, Jeremy Matuszewski is joined by Chris Beaudry, former assistant coach of the Humboldt hockey team. Chris offers a firsthand perspective on the 2018 Humboldt Broncos bus crash, a tragic event that deeply affected the sports community. Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

Jeremy sits down with Jacob Smith, one of the inventors of the Spoked Gauge Wheel and current face of MudSmith, America's Gauge Wheel. Jeremy and Jacob talk farming, family and changing the farming game. Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

Jeremy and his son Bobby talk about what it's like to work together in Ag. This is episode 1 of the AgWarriors Internal Episodes - taking a look into the team behind AgWarriors. 

This week on AgWarriors we take a very open and personal look into the battle of sobriety as Jeremy is joined by his good friends Terry Aberhart and Bryan Wrigley. No topic is off limits as the three of them share a very honest and vulnerable conversation giving us a look at the amazing changes it has made in their lives both personally and profesionally. A can't miss episode for our amazing listeners.

Life on the farm is never easy, we know that. Growing an Agricultural parts company from the ground up isn't easy either. Now imagine doing both of those while the business is a 100 yards way from the family home and raising a family on top of that all. In this episode of AgWarriors we brought on the matriarch of MudSmith Gauge Wheels, Dixie Smith to talk about just that. 

Jacqui Wemyss along with her husband Colin are the owners of Aricks Australia. Aricks has been built from the ground up starting with Colin's love for innovation and agriculture along with the hard work of Jacqui and the rest of the Aricks Crew bringing high end, quality no-till seeding parts to market in Australia and the rest of the world.

Robert Saik has forty years of experience as a Professional Agrologist, entrepreneur and an international consultant who's worked with a wide variety of agriculturalists and currently the CEO and Founder of AGvisorPro. He was also named one of Canada's 50 most influential people in Ag. 

This week on Ag Warriors we are joined by Robert Ruwaldt. Robert let us in on what its like farming in Australia, the challenges they face in the agricultural world and what led him to life full of innovation.  

Kinan Meyer is a young Australian farmer with a passion for all things in the agricultural world. He joins us on Ag Warriors this week as we discuss some of the differences and similatrities of farming in Australia vs North America. 

Gina is the sales and marketing coordinator for Highline Manufacturing. She has a great story to tell us and a wealth of knowledge to share in the marketing world of agriculture.

This week on Ag Warriors we are joiined by Steve Martin owner of Martin-Till. Steve talks about his humble upbringing on the family tabacco farm and how his love for innovation has lead to Martin-Till becoming a stand out in agricultural world.

John Kowalchuk is a Canadian farmer and social media influencer who uses his platform to promote positivity and community on his socials. John joins us this week to talk the changes in the agricultural world during his time, his love for being part of farmshows and how he ended up becoming an agricultural influencer.Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

Emily Sharkey is the executive producer of the Shark Farmer Sirius XM Radio and wife extraordinaire to SharkFarmer. Emily has dedicated her adult life to being a mother, wife and business woman - she sat down with us to talk about her journey from homeschool principal to Executive producer of one of the top Ag Podcasts in the world. More SharkFarmer: https://sharkfarmer.com/Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

Benjamin Omet sat down with us to discuss his origins and path from student in France to business owner in the USA. Benjamin Omet and his wife Elizabeth Omet, run Protexia, a company that provides "The Best Farm & Ranch Supplies both sides of the Mississippi". Their products and customer service is truly unmatched and it was a pleasure to have an opportunity to sit down with a friend and chat. Protexia:WebsiteInstagram FacebookYouTubeTwitterFind More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

The financial difficulties of the 1980s forced Marion to find more efficient and profitable ways of farming in order to stay in business. In 1985, Marion founded Calmer Agronomic Research Center, an independent, self-funded research center, with the goal of finding ways to reduce input costs and increase profitability for himself and other farmers. After a visit to then-world-record-holder Herman Warsaw’s farm in 1985, Marion became interested in narrow row corn due to the potential yield increase and input cost reduction. He would go on to build the world’s first 15-inch corn head in 1994, the world’s first 12-inch corn head in 2013 and the world’s largest corn head (at the time) that same year. Most recently, Marion invented the BT Chopper® Upgrade Kit system to enable factory corn heads to manage cornstalk residue more efficiently than ever, saving farmers time and money.Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

Kevin Berg sat down to talk with us about how he went from small California garage startup to Top 10 manufacturer in South Dakota. First Manufacturing began part time in January 2003, in Rocklin, California, with a manual mill and a manual lathe. In October of 2003, the business moved to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and began expanding its machining capability. From May 2004 through the present, capital equipment has been added to increase productivity and efficiency, and expand capability. First Manufacturing became a full-time venture in August of 2006. Now, with a full staff of machinists and operators and a wide range of CNC machines with varying capabilities, First Manufacturing is ready to partner with you for all you machining needs.Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube