Welcome to a special episode of the Ag Inspo Podcast! Today, we’re joined by Justin Loeffler, founder of Wyoming Hemp Company and a true pioneer in the industrial hemp space. Broadcasting from Hawk Springs, Wyoming, Justin shares how he’s built a farmer-first model for hemp production - one that’s rooted in resilience, innovation, and rural opportunity. From navigating policy hurdles to developing cost-effective fiber processing, this conversation dives deep into the realities of growing hemp in one of the toughest agricultural regions in the country. Whether you’re a farmer, policymaker, or ag entrepreneur, you’ll walk away inspired by what’s possible when vision meets grit.

Welcome back to the Ag Inspo Podcast! Today, Rena and Ron are joined by Ryan Benes, a self-proclaimed crop insurance nerd who makes the complex world of risk management surprisingly clear. With more than a decade of experience - from adjusting claims to designing insurance products - Ryan shares what farmers need to know about the new changes to crop insurance, ARC and PLC programs and beginning farmer provisions. Whether you’re building a spreadsheet or building a farm legacy, this episode delivers strategies you can put to work immediately.

In this episode of Ag Inspo, hosts Rena Striegel and Ron Rabou are joined by Don Scribner from TerraClear. Together, they dig into how this ag-tech startup is tackling one of farming’s most dreaded chores - rock picking. Don shares TerraClear’s journey, its innovative mapping and picking tools and the lessons learned while growing a startup in the ag industry.

Welcome to this episode of Ag Inspo. Today, Rena and Ron are joined by Evon Onusic and Shashank Deshpande of Frontiers Market, a company using artificial intelligence to transform cattle production. From defense applications and robotics to ranch innovation, they share their journey of bringing AI into agriculture and how their technology helps producers weigh, track, and manage herds more effectively - all with just a camera. Get ready to see ranching through a new lens.

Today on Ag Inspo, we’re heading to Malcolm, Iowa where bison graze the rolling prairie and guests can wake up to the sight of America’s national mammal right outside their door. Our guest, Bethany Kriegel, is part of the family behind Sunset Hills Bison Ranch, a unique operation that combines row cropping, custom application services, agritourism, and hospitality. We’ll talk about the realities of raising bison, the importance of collaboration over competition in agriculture, and how one family’s vision turned into a destination experience for visitors from near and far. Get ready for an engaging conversation about grit, growth, and glamping… bison-style.

In this episode of Ag Inspo, we meet Chad and Ben Johnson, the father-son team behind Grain Weevil - a company redefining grain bin safety and management with cutting-edge robotics. What started as a side project to help a family friend has grown into a fast-moving ag-tech business with real impact. From their humble start in a backyard shed to launching 100+ robots nationwide, the Johnsons share insights into startup life, product development, and why solving dirty, dangerous jobs is at the heart of their mission. It's a conversation about innovation, community, and doing the work no human should.

In this episode, we talk with Colin Bell and Reza Nazemi from NitroCat Energies about their revolutionary technology turning farm wastewater and air into on-demand fertilizer. Discover how their decentralized ammonia reactor reduces costs, improves sustainability, and empowers farmers to create predictability in their operations. Subscribe, rate, and review Ag Inspo to keep these inspiring agricultural stories coming your way.

In this episode of Ag Inspo, Rena sits down with Max Wade—a goat grazing expert, entrepreneur, and ag advocate redefining land management in the American Southwest. What started as a pumpkin patch turned into a family-run operation where goats and sheep help mitigate wildfire risk, manage invasive species, and bring joy to local communities. Max talks about launching Galloping Goat during COVID, building a business from the ground up with his family, and the importance of keeping animals—and employees—moving safely and efficiently. From rural restoration projects to backyard goat slumber parties, this is a story about reinvention, resilience, and the surprising ways animals can transform our land and lives.

In this episode of Ag Inspo, we’re diving into the world of chickpeas, global agriculture, and legacy-building with Phil Hinrichs. His story is one of adaptation, innovation, and entrepreneurship, from developing chickpea processing plants to navigating international markets and family succession. Phil’s journey—from growing up on a multifaceted farm to leading industry-changing projects—offers valuable lessons on mentorship, risk-taking, and business strategy. Whether you’re an ag professional, entrepreneur, or just love a great story, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!

Today's episode of the Ag Inspo Podcast is packed with insights from rancher, consultant, and industry leader Kevin Ochsner. Kevin shares his story of building a cattle business from the ground up, the challenges of transitioning agriculture to the next generation, and why mentorship and leadership matter more than ever in today's industry. If you've ever wondered how to make a successful career in agriculture, or how young producers can find their way in a competitive market, this episode is for you. Tune in now, and let's get inspired!