Episode 14: Insights from the Fort Wayne Farm Show – Looking Ahead and Reflecting on Ag Roots

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I this episode of Patio Pondering, we bring you conversations from the Fort Wayne Farm Show, where I spoke with 10 incredible agriculture professionals. From grain merchandising to farm broadcasting, each shared their thoughts on the future of agriculture in 2025 and the lessons from their ag roots that shape their daily lives.

💡 In this episode, we discuss:
✅ What these professionals see as the most important thing for agriculture in 2025
✅ Personal reflections on lessons from their ag upbringing that still influence their daily lives
✅ A diverse range of insights from farmers, agronomists, sales professionals, and ag leaders

You’ll hear from:

• Isabelle Wellman – Grain Merchandiser at CGB
• Neil Koch – Consultant at G&K Concepts
• Greg Kneubuhler – Owner/Agronomist at G&K Concepts
• Scott Hartsell – Sales & Nutrition Consultant at Milan Center Feeds
• James Wolf – County Extension Director in Fort Wayne
• Bob Prible – Owner at Prible Ag
• Brent McKillip – Owner at McKillip Machinery
• Jamie Bultemeier – Corporate Sales & Agronomist at A&L Great Lakes Labs
• Mike Burkhart – Retired Farmer & CEO of the Travis Burkhart Foundation
• Rob Winters – Farm Director at WOWO Radio

Join us as we explore their insights, their stories, and their hopes for the future of agriculture.