AgWarriors

Taking over the farm from her father, Zoe Kent now owns and rents the land while balancing life as a farmer, social media influencer and other gigs. She compares creating content online to renting farmland, highlighting the importance of community, connection and long-term relationship-building in both. As the eighth generation to farm the same family land, Kent is also the first woman to lead the operation and the first in her family to hold a college degree.In this episode, she shares the challenges of stepping into ownership earlier than expected after sudden changes accelerated the farm’s succession plan. Kent opens up about the difficult lessons that came with taking on leadership, making key decisions, and navigating the realities of running a farm. She also discusses her growing presence on social media and what inspired her to start creating content in the first place.Connect with the AgWarriors Podcast across social media: Instagram: @ag.warriorsYouTube: @AgWarriorsPodcastFacebook: @AG WarriorsTiktok: @ag_warriors

Farming and building solutions for farmers has always been a family affair for Doug Applegate. After learning the trade from his father, he has passed that same passion on to the next generation, while identifying a need to help growers become more efficient in spraying. That need led to the creation of Praxidyn, a family-built business with a product focused on automating chemical mixing. In this episode, Applegate shares the journey from product development to launching — which took seven years — and growing a self-funded company.He also discusses the challenges he has overcome, insights for entrepreneurs, the process of building a dealer network and what’s ahead for the business. Plus, Doug opens up about his personal story and how his faith impacts his work and leadership.Connect with the AgWarriors Podcast across social media: Instagram: @ag.warriorsYouTube: @AgWarriorsPodcastFacebook: @AG WarriorsTiktok: @ag_warriors

From performing at 195 rodeos across four countries in one year to battling cancer while staying committed to the career he loves, Matt Merritt’s story is one of resilience, authenticity and family.In this episode, Merritt joins host Jeremy Matuszewski to share what it took to build a career as a rodeo clown, the behind-the-scenes logistics of working rodeos at events like Canadian Western Agribition and how he stayed strong through some of the biggest challenges of his life. He also discusses the importance of staying healthy, having time for family while spending much of the year on the road and advice on topics like investing. Through it all, Meritt shares relatable ways people can continue to be warriors throughout life. Connect with the AgWarriors Podcast across social media: Instagram: @ag.warriorsYouTube: @AgWarriorsPodcastFacebook: @AG WarriorsTiktok: @ag_warriors

Kyle Folk did not follow a traditional route into agriculture. From aspiring filmmaker to electrician to agtech entrepreneur, his career has evolved through bold decisions and unexpected opportunities.In this episode, Folk joins host Jeremy Matuszewski at the recent Agritechnica show to share how his Canadian farming roots eventually drew him back to agriculture, even after years spent building and operating an electrical business. While starting a family, taking on a mortgage and attending school, he felt a strong pull to pursue something more. That drive led him back to the farm, where a business idea began to develop. After keeping the concept on hold for two years, a pitch program inspired him to move forward. That step ultimately grew into a successful software company, which he later sold. Today, Folk is dedicating his time and experience to supporting another agricultural business.Listen through the final minutes to hear his advice on entrepreneurship, risk-taking and the principles that helped shape his success.Connect with the AgWarriors Podcast across social media: Instagram: @ag.warriorsYouTube: @AgWarriorsPodcastFacebook: @AG WarriorsTiktok: @ag_warriors

Autonomy and artificial intelligence are transforming agriculture, and FarmWave CEO Craig Ganssle joins the conversation to share more about those innovations. In this episode, Ganssle shares the story behind launching FarmWave, a company focused on AI-driven solutions for agricultural machinery. He joins hosts Jeremy Matuszewski at the recent Agritechnica show to discuss the innovation behind FarmWave and the entrepreneurial journey that led him there, including lessons from a previous business venture. Ganssle reflects on his connection to farming and agriculture, as well as his service in the U.S. Marines, and how those experiences shaped his leadership as CEO. He also talks about the challenges of launching a company in 2020, the value of accuracy and what’s next for FarmWave, including new features for 2026. Connect with the AgWarriors Podcast across social media: Instagram: @ag.warriorsYouTube: @AgWarriorsPodcastFacebook: @AG WarriorsTiktok: @ag_warriors

As a fourth-generation farmer, Levi Scherman always felt a pull toward farming — even while selling seed across Western Canada. In this episode, host Jeremy Matuszewski talks with Levi at Agritechnica to hear his deep roots in farming, how studying crop technology in college cemented his desire to stay in agriculture, how he managed to purchase his own farmland before the age of 21 and only a few tangents about sports!

Jens Kremer, a lifelong enthusiast of major industry events, serves as Managing Director of DLG International, a subsidiary of the German Agricultural Society (DLG). The organization develops and coordinates international trade fairs and conferences including Agritechnica, the world’s leading agricultural trade fair.Host Jeremy Matuszewski talks with Jens about his upbringing in Germany, his path into the events industry and how he ultimately stepped into his current leadership role. They discuss future initiatives, the growth of DLG International’s global reach and how the organization continues to share information and networking opportunities. The episode also includes a preview of what’s coming next on Ag Warriors.

Andy Castillo grew up in Massachusetts without a farming background, and he believes that gives him a unique perspective when reporting on farm equipment and machinery as an editor at Farm Progress. In this episode, he shares some of the new technologies and standout stories he has covered over the years, emphasizing the opportunities in agriculture even for those who didn’t grow up in the industry.The conversation spans from his love of sports and travel, how he got his start in journalism alongside his military involvement, and the value of farm shows in creating educational opportunities for farmers. Andy also discusses the growing need in ag media to better understand the ROI of new technologies and equipment so information can clearly communicate the value behind these innovations.

Connecting growers and showcasing the latest agriculture technologies are a focus for one of Brazil's largest cooperatives, Coopercitrus Rural Producers'. At the latest Coopercitrus Expo — spanning many hectares of innovation — Chairman of the Board of Directors Matheus Marino shares with Jeremy Matuszewski how the cooperative supports farmers in Brazil and the similarities to agriculture in the United States. The event’s family-friendly atmosphere and excitement contribute to its continued success. Year after year, Coopercitrus welcomes members from across its operating area, connecting them with leading business opportunities, technologies and sustainability initiatives, establishing the expo as one of the most important agricultural fairs in the area.

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with Tim Young, of Young's Equipment. At only 18, Tim began working for Case, driving a tractor and cultivator 4,500 miles across Manitoba and Saskatchewan, demonstrating equipment to farmers. Tune in to hear the valuable life lessons he learned about human kindness, hard work, and being aware of one's surroundings. Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with Tanner & Corey of the Farm4Profit Podcast about the struggles farmers are facing in today's economy, how to start a podcast and the people that have helped make the biggest difference along the way. Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with The Farm Babe, an ex-Gucci employee turned international farm advocate, and discuss her journey around the world, finding love and putting on the world's first farm cruise. Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube

In this episode, Jeremy Matuszewski speaks with Pat Scherman, one of the inventors of the ScherGain Drop Pan Solution System, father and long time farmer. They discuss Pats 50+ years of farming experience and his philosophy behind helping people and grain loss. Find More of Us Here: WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookTikTokYouTube