StalkTalk: 37th Annual Conference & Member Benefits

StalkTalk with The Wilkens, ProHarvest Seeds

Most successful companies in farming have one thing in common: resilience. When the seed business was launched during a downturn in 2010, ProHarvest faced its biggest challenges head-on—and came out stronger. [http://stronger.In] Randy, Jake, Josh, and the entire team at ProHarvest share their journey from humble beginnings in Illinois to a thriving, family-owned company now managing multiple seed brands and acquisitions. They reveal how resilience and adaptability are deeply ingrained in their culture, helping them navigate market volatility, technological advances, and generational succession—without losing sight of their core values.

StalkTalk with Jennifer James

Most farmers think they can’t find a profitable niche in today’s crowded agricultural market—until they hear Jennifer James. Her family’s story of pioneering natto soybeans in Arkansas, a specialty product with roots in Japan, proves otherwise. From overcoming low prices to building direct international relationships, Jennifer’s journey reveals how innovation and strategic niche markets can transform struggling farms into thriving operations. In this episode, you’ll discover how Delta Soy developed a high-quality, non-GMO natto soybean supply that serves the Japanese market—right here in Arkansas. Jennifer shares how her family’s entrepreneurial spirit turned crop diversification into a lifeline during tough economic times and how growing specialty crops like natto soy and jasmine rice offers a blueprint for resilience. She dives into the nuts and bolts of maintaining international relationships, navigating regulations, and the importance of quality and branding in global markets.

StalkTalk with Matt Dahle and Chad Stone

In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the rapid rise of biological seed treatments and what it means for your farm and business. We break down the key challenges in adopting biologicals — shelf life, data transparency, application timing, and testing protocols — revealing the nuanced science behind making these products work. Why does this matter now? Because the political landscape and regulatory pressures threaten to drastically reshape seed treatment options.

StalkTalk with Justin Meints on EOS

This podcast episode of "StalkTalk" features hosts Todd Martin and Cat Frans in conversation with Justin Meints, discussing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). The episode delves into the benefits of EOS, a business management system designed to help organizations streamline operations and improve efficiency. Justin shares insights on how EOS can transform businesses by focusing on key components like vision, people, data, and processes. The discussion highlights the importance of structured meetings and the role of leadership in executing a company's vision. Justin's contact information: 515-571-9446 justin.meints@eosworldwide.com [justin.meints@eosworldwide.com] Justin's LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-meints-9b8182381/]

StalkTalk: 37th Annual Conference & Member Benefits

Unlock the power of IPSA Member Benefits with Todd Martin and Cat Frans as they reveal transformative tools reshaping the membership. Discover how AI can revolutionize your business operations, benefits from expense management to customer relationship management software. Learn practical applications for smarter marketing and faster report generation. Hit play and elevate your business to the next level!