How We Grow

In this episode of the How We Grow podcast, Jon Griffel discusses the laws of the harvest, emphasizing the importance of action, consistency, and patience in both agriculture and personal growth. He outlines seven key laws that guide the process of sowing and reaping, drawing parallels between farming and life. The conversation highlights the necessity of taking ownership of one's actions, the impact of positive and negative habits...

Matt Bouchher, a fourth-generation farmer from north central Illinois, discusses his experience coming back to the family farm and implementing new technologies and practices. He talks about the adoption of AutoSteer and the resistance he initially faced from his father, but eventually, they saw the value and embraced new ideas. Matt also shares the advancements in technology he has witnessed over the years, such as the transition ...

Trevor Maiers, a sixth-generation farmer, discusses his experience coming back to the family farm and the perspectives he gained from working with people from different countries. He highlights the challenges faced by Gen Z farmers, including high asset prices and interest rates, and the need for collaboration and organization to succeed in the industry. He also talks about the resilience of the direct-to-consumer beef business and...

Garrett Williams, a fifth-generation family farmer and agronomist for Advanced Agrilytics, discusses his role in providing agronomic services and inputs to growers in southwest Indiana and southeast Illinois. He emphasizes the importance of being proactive in farm management and using technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Williams also talks about the value of his social media account, where he shares agronomic princi...

Natalina Sents Bausch, the digital director of Successful Farming, shares her journey in agriculture and her passion for storytelling. She started her career by embarking on a year-long road trip to visit farmers in all 50 states, documenting their stories through blogs and photography. Natalina emphasizes the diversity within agriculture, from different crops to different farming practices. She also discusses the importance of lea...

Adrienne DeSutter, a farmer's wife and farm mom, shares her journey from growing up in a non-farming family to becoming involved in agriculture. She discusses the importance of understanding the rural-urban divide and bridging the gap between agriculture and consumers. Adrienne also talks about her background in counseling and how it led her to focus on mental health in the agricultural industry. She emphasizes the need for em...

Evan Hultine, a sixth-generation family farmer and Vice President of the Illinois Farm Bureau, discusses his farm and the importance of consumer-facing agriculture. He emphasizes the satisfaction of sharing food with consumers and the value of connecting with legislators through farming. Evan also shares his journey into leadership and the importance of recognizing and supporting future leaders. He highlights the unique perspectiv...