GROUNDBREAKERS: Stories Of Rural Innovation!
Welcome to the Groundbreakers Podcast, where innovation meets agriculture. Hosted by Ethan Cantrell, Groundbreakers brings you captivating stories from the agricultural sector, focusing on the high plains and beyond. Each episode features interviews with pioneers in agriculture, including equipment dealers, construction clients, and vendors who are transforming the industry. Brought to you by MJE Livestock Equipment and MJE, LLC, our podcast is for modern, progressive members of the agricultural community. Whether you’re a farmer, rancher, ag business owner, dealer, vendor, or general ag enthusiast, Groundbreakers offers insights into the latest innovations, industry trends, and successful practices. We aim to inspire and inform by showcasing how modern technologies and innovative strategies are making significant impacts in rural life and work. Groundbreakers celebrates the achievements of individuals and businesses driving the industry forward. By sharing these stories, we highlight advancements and build deeper connections with our clients and partners, promoting a more sustainable and profitable future in agriculture. Join us on Groundbreakers for an inspiring journey into the world of agriculture. Subscribe now and be part of the conversation shaping the future of the industry.
Episodes
This episode explores how MJE is using its 450+ piece heavy equipment fleet to learn, train, and improve performance on real-world jobsites — with an emphasis on operator development, data-informed decision making, and field-tested changes that drive safety and cost savings. But it’s not just a highlight reel: Ryan opens up about what’s been tough, what we’re still figuring out, and what others in the industry can learn from our ex...
On this episode of Groundbreakers: Stories of Rural Innovation, we sit down with Joe Carl, Sales Manager at Western Ranch Supply.
During today's episode, they will discuss how communication, trust and relationships drive innovation - even across hundreds of miles of rural landscape.
In our conversation, Joe will share about:
- Building the Business: The Roots of Western Ranch Store
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On this episode of Groundbreakers: Stories of Rural Innovation, we sit down with Dr. Dave Sjeklocha, DVM, a respected veterinarian, consultant, and President of AABP. He was recognized as Consultant of the Year by the Academy of Veterinary Consultants and Zoetis.
During today's episode, they will cover everything from animal care and the evolution of the industry to rural mentorship and cattle care innovation.
In our conversat...
On this episode of Groundbreakers: Stories of Rural Innovation, we sit down with our fearless leader, Aaron Jantz, CEO, to learn more about his journey from a kid answering phones on a party line to leading one of the Midwest’s most trusted agricultural construction companies.
Aaron opens up about growing up in the business his father, Max Jantz, built from scratch—recalling summer days spent in a skid loader, drilling post holes a...
Welcome to the Groundbreakers Podcast, where innovation meets agriculture. Hosted by Ethan Cantrell, Groundbreakers brings you captivating stories from the agricultural sector, focusing on the high plains and beyond. Today Ethan sits down with Lead Estimator for MJE, Jill Wahl. Ethan and Jill will talk about her background and how she ended up at MJE. Jill will share with you what a Lead Estimator does at MJE and some of the fac...
Welcome to the Groundbreakers Podcast, where innovation meets agriculture. Hosted by Ethan Cantrell, Groundbreakers brings you captivating stories from the agricultural sector, focusing on the high plains and beyond. today Ethan sits down with Larry Deges, affectionately known as "Lighning Larry." Ethan and Larry will take a trip through Larry's upbringing and how he found his way into the rodeo world and the lessons he learned f...
Welcome to the Groundbreakers Podcast, where innovation meets agriculture. Hosted by Ethan Cantrell, Groundbreakers brings you captivating stories from the agricultural sector, focusing on the high plains and beyond. today Ethan sits down with Bradley Burchfield with OKBrand Fencing Products to discuss all your fencing needs. These two talk about everything from the biggest challenges facing ranchers today; to the role that trust...
Welcome to the Groundbreakers Podcast, where innovation meets agriculture. Hosted by Ethan Cantrell, Groundbreakers brings you captivating stories from the agricultural sector, focusing on the high plains and beyond. Joining Ethan today is Dr. Audrey King, an Assistant Professor of Agricultural Communications at Oklahoma State University. Ethan and Dr. King will start the episode by going back to Dr. King's roots and her connectio...
Welcome to the Groundbreakers Podcast, where innovation meets agriculture. Hosted by Ethan Cantrell, Groundbreakers brings you captivating stories from the agricultural sector, focusing on the high plains and beyond. Joining Ethan today is Dr. Tera Barnhardt, a Veterinarian and Social Media Influencer. Ethan and Dr. Barnhardt will open the podcast by discussing Dr. Barnhardt's background and what it's like navigating a Male-Domina...
Welcome to the Groundbreakers Podcast, where innovation meets agriculture. Hosted by Ethan Cantrell, Groundbreakers brings you captivating stories from the agricultural sector, focusing on the high plains and beyond. Joining Ethan today is someone deeply involved in bringing big feed yard projects to life: Justin Hendrickson, the Senior Operations Manager at MJE. During the Show, Justin will discuss Building Rapport with customers ...
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