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Low commodity prices and high interest rates are putting a squeeze on American farmers. A Better Way To Farm shows you how to maximize profit so you can farm the way you want! Visit https://abetterwaytofarm.com to use the free Farm Profit Score calculator.

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Average duration
19 minutes
Episodes
341
Years Active
2019 - 2025
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322: The Cost of Over Using Nitrogen

322: The Cost of Over Using Nitrogen

Are you paying for nitrogen that never even makes it into your crop? 


Over applying means run off that goes straight into rivers, drinking water, and out of your pocket. It’s a growing problem for far…

00:25:22  |   Tue 09 Sep 2025
321: Is Dry Broadcast Just Snake Oil?

321: Is Dry Broadcast Just Snake Oil?

Let’s cut to the chase…are you really getting a return from that dry broadcast? It’s time to take an honest look. Farming costs are going up, margins are getting tighter, and the old “just throw more…

00:19:46  |   Tue 02 Sep 2025
320: Will Yield or Disease Come Out On Top?

320: Will Yield or Disease Come Out On Top?

How do we make money on the farm when costs keep going up and the weather keeps changing?

In this episode, we talk about the choices that can make or break your season. We’ll cover how to fight tough …

00:15:38  |   Tue 26 Aug 2025
319: Surviving Fertilizer Prices in 2025 ft. Josh Linville

319: Surviving Fertilizer Prices in 2025 ft. Josh Linville

Want to know what’s really driving the fertilizer market?


In this episode, I sit down with Josh Linville, who has spent more than 20 years working in the fertilizer industry. He helps us make sense of…

00:27:36  |   Tue 19 Aug 2025
318: Are There Opportunities For Profit In Ag Right Now?

318: Are There Opportunities For Profit In Ag Right Now?

Can farmers transform volatility into opportunity? 


As we confront soaring costs, erratic markets, and unpredictable weather, let’s explore how strategic inputs and data-driven techniques can safeguar…

00:13:52  |   Wed 13 Aug 2025
317: They Chose to Try Something New

317: They Chose to Try Something New

Sometimes the biggest shift starts with asking better questions.


In this episode, you’ll hear from Preston and Charles. These two farmers got tired of doing things the same old way. They started askin…

00:12:57  |   Wed 06 Aug 2025
316: How to Avoid Crop Burn When Foliar Feeding

316: How to Avoid Crop Burn When Foliar Feeding

What if optimizing your foliar feeding techniques could dramatically enhance your plant health and yield? 


Let’s explore some foliar feeding best practices, where key preventive measures against crop …

00:12:14  |   Tue 29 Jul 2025
315: Why Field Days Matter

315: Why Field Days Matter

Are you tired of doing the same thing every year and hoping for better results?


In this episode we share simple tips from farmers who are growing more and spending less. You’ll hear how small changes …

00:09:59  |   Tue 22 Jul 2025
314: What Happened When He Quit Applying Dry Broadcast

314: What Happened When He Quit Applying Dry Broadcast

Want to grow more while spending less? This episode shows how farmers across the country are doing just that with A Better Way to Farm.


We’ll talk about how using the right products (based on real soi…

00:18:44  |   Tue 15 Jul 2025
313: Why Boron Matters

313: Why Boron Matters

Is Boron the Secret to Higher Yields?

Could just a few ounces of boron be what your crops are missing?

Today we’re talking about boron. A nutrient that can make a big impact. It helps plants build stro…

00:13:33  |   Tue 08 Jul 2025
312: Top Fertility Strategies for Sunflower

312: Top Fertility Strategies for Sunflower

Are your sunflowers really reaching their full potential?


In this episode, Rod teams up with Denny, to break down the science that drives higher yields like how photosynthesis impacts sugar production…

00:13:40  |   Tue 01 Jul 2025
311: Liquid Logic - An Iowa Farmers Success Story

311: Liquid Logic - An Iowa Farmers Success Story

Today we’re having a conversation with our client Josh. We talk about how he made the shift from traditional dry NPK to a more efficient liquid system for better nutrient management and increased yie…

00:10:32  |   Tue 24 Jun 2025
310: Is Too Much Nitrogen Cutting Your Yields?

310: Is Too Much Nitrogen Cutting Your Yields?

Think pouring on more nitrogen is the key to big yields? Think again.


Too much nitrogen can backfire, costing you money and hurting your crop. The real win comes from using the right amount at the rig…

00:27:54  |   Tue 17 Jun 2025
309: Do You Need More Nitrogen?

309: Do You Need More Nitrogen?

What if you could know your if your corn needs more nitrogen with 97% accuracy? With a PSNT (Pre-Sidedress Nitrogen Test) you can!

Our guest expert shares:

• Why the V4 to V6 stages are so important;

• …

00:10:43  |   Thu 12 Jun 2025
308: How To Make A Positive Change For Your Farm

308: How To Make A Positive Change For Your Farm

Can you really build a strong team just by calling out the good in people?

In this episode, we’re talking about how leading with encouragement can change your farm, your family, and your future. We ca…

00:10:11  |   Tue 10 Jun 2025
307: Solutions for Sodium Soils

307: Solutions for Sodium Soils

Today we’re sharing simple tips to turn problem acres into productive ones. You’ll learn how potassium and magnesium compete in the soil and why weather can make it harder for plants to take in nutri…

00:19:06  |   Tue 03 Jun 2025
306: Foliar Feeding Made Simple

306: Foliar Feeding Made Simple

Not sure how foliar feeding works or what to spray?

 

We’ve got simple answers that make a big difference.

 

In this episode, we break down foliar feeding - what it is, how to do it right, and why it mat…

00:52:07  |   Tue 27 May 2025
305: First Steps To Higher Wheat Yields

305: First Steps To Higher Wheat Yields

What if one simple step could help you grow more wheat and make every acre count? In

this episode we share practical tips to grow healthier wheat, boost your yields, and improve

profitability.

You’ll le…

00:26:40  |   Tue 20 May 2025
304: How To Cut Costs Without Cutting Corners

304: How To Cut Costs Without Cutting Corners

Today’s episode we’ll talk about how to cut costs without cutting corners. You’ll learn how better soil fertility and smart nitrogen use can help you grow more and spend less.

 

We’ll break down:

 

• How…

00:18:24  |   Tue 13 May 2025
303: The Truth About Liquid Systems

303: The Truth About Liquid Systems

What if one simple change could help you grow more and spend less? 

In this episode, we talk with a farmer who started from scratch and has moved from a dry program to a liquid system. He shares what …

00:22:08  |   Tue 06 May 2025
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