In this episode, we head to Nashville, TN to celebrate Ag Day on the Hill, where Governor Bill Lee officially proclaimed the day as Ag Day in Tennessee. It was so cold we didn’t get any footage of the actual event—but it was still a great experience being there and representing agriculture.

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In this episode, we track down a used, new-to-us manure agitator that’s been sitting for several years—and it’s buried in overgrown brush. Before we can even think about fixing it, we have to dig it out and get it hauled back to the farm.

Once we get a closer look, we find dry-rotted hoses, stuc...

Scott and the oldest Dairy Heir, Drew, take on a big job—splitting a tractor to send parts off for repair. This is part one of the process, so be sure to stick around for part two when they work to get it all put back together!

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Scott, Emmy, and the Dairy Heirs head to Louisville, KY for the National Farm & Machinery Show—where a little fun at the John Deere kids' tractor pull got them “busted” by friends at Case IH, and they even met the farm behind Victorious, whose calves they’re excited to watch grow.

Water scarcity is becoming one of the biggest strategic threats facing American agriculture. In this episode, Damian Mason examines aquifer depletion, irrigation pressure, water regulation, and the long-term outlook for productive farm acres across the United States. Joined by Preston Marthey of ...

After a major snow and ice storm kept the Griggs from applying the first application of nitrogen to their wheat crop, Matt is faced with the big decision of applying a very late first application or waiting a week or two and applying all the nitrogen at once.

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After a week long break, Matt, Andy, Kelly, and Carter get back to finishing the John Deere 1560 grain drill overhaul. However, Matt realizes they missed one crucial step and later finds out he didn't label the pieces right and where they went...

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Deer fence installation for orchards, protecting fruit trees from deer damage, building a deer fence around a tree nursery, orchard fencing project, farm fence installation, and preventing deer pressure in specialty crop agriculture are all part of this project as we begin preparing our tree frui...

Welcome back to the farm! Today, we're diving into some serious agriculture work, getting our heavy machinery ready for a new project. Despite the low commodities prices affecting our spending, we're committed to keeping our farming operations going strong. Watch as we tackle some needed repair o...

Farming, foods, friends... did we say FREE? It's the annual Ag PhD Field Day on Thursday July 30, 2026, near Baltic, South Dakota.

Artificial intelligence is everywhere—but what does it actually mean for agriculture? In this episode of The Granary, host Damian Mason sits down with Kelly Garrett, Clint Frese, and Lisa Homer from UPL to unpack how AI is already working its way into farm operations and where it could take agric...

We traveled to International Fruit Tree Association (IFTA) in Fresno to join growers, researchers, and industry leaders focused on the future of fruit production. The conference is packed with educational sessions covering orchard management, new technology, and the latest fruit tree research for...

Welcome back to the farm! Today, despite the gloomy weather, we're getting our heavy machinery ready for a much-needed clean. It's all part of the daily farm life as we prepare the corn harvest equipment for storage. This agriculture work ensures everything is in top condition for next season!

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Welcome back to the farm! Today, despite the gloomy weather, we're getting our heavy machinery ready for a much-needed clean. It's all part of the daily farm life as we prepare the corn harvest equipment for storage. This agriculture work ensures everything is in top condition for next season!

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A massive transition is underway in agriculture. Over the next 25 years, more than $1.5 trillion in farm assets will change hands as aging farmers retire and fewer heirs return to the farm. Despite the scale of this shift, 77% of farming operations still lack a will or estate plan.

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U.S. agriculture is in its third year of economic pressure, yet farmland values remain resilient. Why have farm real estate prices not declined alongside commodity margins?

In this episode, Damian Mason speaks with Howard Halderman of Halderman Real Estate & Farm Management about the forces shap...

This isn’t our usual dairy content, but it’s a chore that needed to get done. 🌲💪

Drew and Emmy headed into the woods to clear fallen trees using Drew’s new-to-him diesel John Deere Gator and their Stihl chainsaws to get the job done. At one point the chain slipped off the smaller chainsaw, and t...

Part 2 of the John Deere 1560 Grain Drill Overhaul. While Andy works on replacing parts on the drill, Matt turns his attention to the next shop project, repairing the row cleaners on his planter. After looking at the situation, Matt saves a boatload of money with a little ingenuity repairing ol...

How can farmers actually profit from 45Z?

Recorded live from Commodity Classic 2026 in San Antonio, this bonus episode of The Granary dives into the Clean Fuel Production Credit (45Z) and what it could mean for your farm’s bottom line.

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Matt shows the key differences between the John Deere no till drills from the 750 to the 1590 to aid in your buying decision. He shows the problem areas, the way to fix these problem areas, and the upgrades that John Deere has made to the design in newer versions.

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After 7 years and 8,000 acres, Matt's John Deere grain drill is in need of a complete overhaul. But Matt takes what is considered one of the most miserable repair jobs on the farm and shows an easy way to complete a labor intensive task.

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In this video, Matt details what it costs to grow row crops in 2026 using low inputs and regenerative methods.

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After analyzing where the profit came from in 2025 and what exactly it costs to grow row crops in 2026 in separate videos, Matt gives his projections for 2026 growing cotton, corn, soybeans, wheat, and canola and tries to determine if it's possible to be profitable without subsidies.

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With a massive winter storm bearing down on Tennessee, Matt shows what preparations he's taking in anticipation of losing power for over a week. Matt and Kelly welcome a 6th generation to the family. Matt shows some of the equipment he's needing to get rid of, including his Rhino bushhog and a ...