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Land Ledger Podcast

Brian Kearney, CEO Farmland Stock Exchange

26 episodes

1 month ago

What role does storytelling play in the future of agriculture? In this episode of The Land Ledger, Brian Kearney welcomes Jeff Caldwell, Vice President of Strategy and Content at Stratovation Group, for a conversation about the art and science of ag marketing. From his roots on a Kansas family farm to a career in journalism and ag tech, Jeff shares how storytelling, research, and branding can help farmers stay competitive, connect with landowners, and shape the future of the industry. Find sh...

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What role does storytelling play in the future of agriculture? In this episode of The Land Ledger, Brian Kearney welcomes Jeff Caldwell, Vice President of Strategy and Content at Stratovation Group, for a conversation about the art and science of ag marketing. From his roots on a Kansas family farm to a career in journalism and ag tech, Jeff shares how storytelling, research, and branding can help farmers stay competitive, connect with landowners, and shape the future of the industry. Find sh...

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Episodes (20/26)

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Ep #25: From Farm to Marketing: Storytelling in Ag with Jeff Caldwell

What role does storytelling play in the future of agriculture? In this episode of The Land Ledger, Brian Kearney welcomes Jeff Caldwell, Vice President of Strategy and Content at Stratovation Group, for a conversation about the art and science of ag marketing. From his roots on a Kansas family farm to a career in journalism and ag tech, Jeff shares how storytelling, research, and branding can help farmers stay competitive, connect with landowners, and shape the future of the industry. Find sh...

1 month ago

36 minutes

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Ep #24: On AI, Risk, and Commodity Marketing with Cy Monley

What if the biggest challenge in farm marketing isn’t predicting prices, but cutting through the noise? In this episode of The Land Ledger, host Brian Kearney sits down with Cy Monley, co-founder of Quantum Hedging, to talk about his journey from Chicago’s trading pits to building a company that uses AI and machine learning to help farmers make smarter marketing decisions. Cy shares how their Managed Bushels Program aligns incentives with farmer success and provides a transparent, data-driven...

1 month ago

29 minutes

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Ep #23: Beyond Succession: Building a Lasting Farm Legacy with Cheryl B. Mitchell

In this episode of The Land Ledger, host Brian Kearney speaks with Cheryl Mitchell, founder of Farm Legacy Now, about the importance of legacy planning for farm families. Cheryl shares her personal background growing up on a dairy farm, her career path, and how her own family’s experiences with land transfer inspired her to create farm legacy panel discussions that bring together farmers, attorneys, bankers, insurance agents, and accountants to foster open conversations. She also explains the...

2 months ago

40 minutes

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Ep #22: A Sixth-Gen Farmer’s Path to Farmland Investing with Marc Hartness and Landon Larkin

What does it take to keep a family farm alive for the next generation? In this episode of The Land Ledger, sixth-generation farmer turned finance professional Landon Larkin joins Brian Kearney and Marc Hartness for a conversation about the future of family farms. From beginning as an engineering student to becoming a Farmland Stock Exchange team member, Landon’s journey sheds light on the capital challenges young farmers face today and what it takes to keep farmland in family hands. Find show...

5 months ago

25 minutes

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Ep #21: AgTech, Autonomy, and the Heart of Farming with Quentin Connealy

How do you honor a farming legacy while embracing the future? In this episode of The Land Ledger, fifth-generation farmer Quentin 'Q' Connealy shares how he's blending tradition with innovation. From wrapping combines in American flag decals to implementing cover crops after a historic flood, Q illustrates how thoughtful innovation can strengthen both farm resilience and family life. Find show notes and resources here: https://tinyurl.com/bdzycxub

5 months ago

47 minutes

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Ep #20: What Today’s Farmers Can Learn from Tyson’s Playbook with Brian Kearney

What does it take to turn a nickel and a truck into a food empire? In this episode of The Land Ledger, Brian Kearney breaks down the rise of Tyson Foods and how John and Don Tyson leveraged vertical integration, value-added products, and long-term thinking to dominate the poultry industry. With lessons for both farmers and investors, he dives into the power of smart acquisitions, people-focused leadership, and owning your value chain. Find show notes and resources here: https://tinyurl.com/5n...

5 months ago

13 minutes

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Ep #19: Why Maximizing Yield Isn’t Always the Answer with Gabe Brown

What if the key to farm profitability isn’t higher yields, but healthier soil? In this episode of The Land Ledger, Brian Kearney sits down with regenerative agriculture leader Gabe Brown to explore how farmers can increase profitability and improve soil health without synthetic inputs or chasing high yields. Gabe shares practical insights from his own farm and clients, covering no-till transitions, crop diversity, livestock integration, and how soil health principles can be applied at any sca...

5 months ago

51 minutes

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Ep #18: Unlocking ROI with Biological Nitrogen with Allen Parrish & Landon Larkin

How can biological nitrogen reshape the future of farming? In this episode of The Land Ledger, host Brian Kearney and Landon Larkin sit down with Allen Parrish of Pivot Bio to explore the growing role of biological nitrogen in modern agriculture. Allen shares how Pivot Bio’s technology is helping growers optimize nitrogen management—not just to boost yields, but to improve ROI, field efficiency, and long-term sustainability. Find show notes and resources here: https://tinyurl.com/55k6tfu7

5 months ago

34 minutes

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Ep #17: How Henry Ford Lost the Tractor War (and Why It Matters Today) with Brian Kearney

What can the century-old tractor wars teach today’s AgTech founders about innovation, strategy—and knowing when to let go of the past? In this solo episode of The Land Ledger, Brian Kearney explores the early battle for tractor dominance through insights from Tractor Wars by Neil Dahlstrom. He unpacks how Ford, John Deere, and International Harvester each took different paths in shaping ag innovation. From Henry Ford’s missteps to John Deere’s patient, long-game strategy, Brian connects these...

6 months ago

20 minutes

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Ep #16: Redesigning Farmland Finance with Amanda Zakharov

What happens when real estate expertise meets a mission to transform farmland ownership for the better? In this episode of The Land Ledger, host Brian Kearney is joined by Amanda Zakharov, Director of Investment at Dirt Capital Partners, a fund focused on regenerative and organic farmland investing. Amanda shares her unique journey from commercial real estate into the world of agricultural finance, blending real estate expertise with a deep commitment to ecological stewardship and farmer equi...

6 months ago

32 minutes

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Ep #15: How the “Tractor Wars” Transformed American Agriculture with Neil Dahlstrom

What can the rise of steam-powered tractors teach us about today’s tech booms? In this episode of The Land Ledger, Brian Kearney sits down with Neil Dahlstrom, historian and author of Tractor Wars, for a deep dive into the early evolution of farm technology and the major players that shaped it. Neil shares insights from his extensive archival research, shedding light on the surprising boom of steam engine tractors and their use in large-scale farming operations, as well as the roles of major ...

6 months ago

43 minutes

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Ep #14: A Different Kind of Carbon Program: Simple, Farmer-Friendly, No Practice Changes with Stephen Lamb and Tony Feitz

What if your soil could pay you back? In this episode of The Land Ledger, Brian Kearney talks with Stephen Lamb and Tony Feitz of Andes Ag about how the Andes carbon program is allowing farmers to earn $10/acre without changing the way they farm. Listen in to learn who’s eligible for the Andes Carbon Program, how to get started, and why even skeptical farmers should take a second look. Find show notes and resources here: https://tinyurl.com/2masd6bp

6 months ago

37 minutes

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Ep #13: Why Regenerative Agriculture is the Future with Will Harris

What does it take to transform farmland ownership for the future? In this episode of The Land Ledger, Brian Kearney sits down with Will Harris, a fourth-generation farmer and owner of White Oak Pastures, to dive into the challenges and opportunities of regenerative agriculture. They explore its scalability, applicability, and how it compares to industrial farming. Listen in to learn about the economic viability of regenerative farming, the impact of industrial agriculture on natural resources...

7 months ago

41 minutes

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Ep #12: Making Farmland Accessible: A New Way to Invest in Agriculture with Brian Kearney and Marc Hartness

What does it take to transform farmland ownership for the future? In this episode of The Land Ledger, guest host Justin McMenamy sits down with Brian Kearney and Marc Hartness, co-founders of Farmland Stock Exchange, to explore the evolving landscape of farmland investing. From navigating emotional bonds with land to grappling with the debate between conventional and organic farming, Brian and Marc share how they’re tackling these challenges, offering an innovative approach to farmland owners...

7 months ago

55 minutes

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Ep #11: The Power of Regenerative Holistic Agriculture with Rodger Savory

Can farmers escape the financial traps of traditional agriculture while restoring their land? In today’s episode, Brian Kearney talks with Rodger Savory, a leading expert in holistic and regenerative agriculture, about transforming barren land into thriving ecosystems. Rodger shares how biodiversity and holistic grazing can restore soil health, boost productivity, and break the cycle of unsustainable farming. With real-world examples, he challenges conventional wisdom, proving that struggling...

7 months ago

53 minutes

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Ep #10: Beef Demand, Global Markets & The Future of Ranching with Rich Bradbury

What’s driving the future of ranching? In this episode, host Brian Kearney and guest, Rich Bradbury explore the evolving landscape of ranching, from shifting cattle markets to land access challenges. Sharing insights from his experience managing large-scale grazing operations, Rich sheds light on the biggest opportunities and obstacles facing today’s ranchers, including sustainability, global demand, and the financial realities of the beef industry. Listen in to learn how young ranchers ...

7 months ago

45 minutes

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Ep #09: Regenerative Agriculture: A Game-Changer for Farming & Finance with Wayne Ebersole

How can regenerative agriculture transform both the environment and farmland investments? In this episode of The Land Ledger, we’re joined by Wayne Ebersole to explore the powerful intersection of sustainable farming and smart investing. Sharing his insights from years as a consultant helping farmers transition to more sustainable practices, Wayne highlights the biggest obstacles farmers face—and how these challenges inspired him to launch an investment fund designed to purchase farmland from...

8 months ago

40 minutes

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Ep #08: Boosting Soil Health and Farm Profitability with Paul Butler

What if you could boost your farm’s revenue and improve soil health—without taking on excessive financial risk? In today’s episode, we sit down with seasoned farmer Paul Butler to explore innovative strategies for increasing farm profitability while prioritizing sustainability. Paul shares his insights on conservation programs like the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), as well as the economic benefits of no-till farming and cover cropping. He also reveals how maintaining strong relation...

8 months ago

40 minutes

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Ep #07: Bridging the Gap Between Farmers and Investors with Steve Bruere

How is farmland ownership evolving in today’s market, and what role do investors play in that transformation? In this episode of The Land Ledger, Brian Kearney sits down with Steve Bruere, President of Peoples Company, to explore the dynamic shifts happening in farmland investing. Steve shares his insights on how institutional capital is reshaping farmland ownership and the innovative approaches his company is taking to support both farmers and investors. From the growing demand for farmland ...

8 months ago

40 minutes

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Ep #06: Transforming Farming Profitability with Regenerative Ag and 45Z with Mitchell Hora

How can regenerative agriculture reshape farming profitability while addressing sustainability? In this episode, we dive into the financial side of the regenerative movement with Mitchell Hora, CEO and Founder of Continuum Ag. Mitchell shares the journey of building Continuum Ag, now a leading soil health data intelligence company. Discover how no-till farming, cover crops, and regenerative practices can enhance soil health and reduce carbon intensity (CI) scores, creating profitable opportun...

10 months ago

53 minutes