Field Focus

Episode 22: Hockey & Coaching Legend Glenn Heintz

In today’s episode, I sit down with a legend of Fresno Hockey. Glenn Heintz grew up on the cold prairies of Winnipeg Manitoba Canada, where his love for all things Hockey began. From his playing days as a Fresno Falcon, to him coaching basically every kid that has ever gone through a Fresno Hockey program, we discuss it all. His contributions to the sport are incalculable. Also, what does this Falcon Legend think about the new Falcons coming back to town? I am so grateful to have spent time with and to have learned from this man. I hope you enjoy the show.

Episode 21: The Visionary of Irrigation, Frank Toves President of AvidWater.

In today’s episode I sit down with the impressive Frank Toves, President of AvidWater. We discuss his meteoric rise in the Irrigation Industry, the successes and struggles of the industry as a whole, some of his strategies for running one of the largest Irrigation Companies in the country and much more. I’m very grateful to Frank for making this episode happen and sharing his valuable time. Frank is truly a special individual in our industry, I’m pleased to share his thoughts with you. Enjoy the show.

Episode 20: Agriculture Education Savant, Charlie Abee.

In today’s episode I interview the great Charlie Abee from College of the Sequoias. Charlie has been an advocate of Agricultural Education for two decades. His vast experience and knowledge has helped him become a great educator and mentor to many students across the state of California. Charlie, along with a great staff at COS have done an amazing job maximizing industry partnerships and have grown their Ag program into something truly special. Thanks for listening and enjoy the show.

Episode 19: Water Treatment All-Star Jason McKee of Greenleaf Ag

In today’s episode, I sit down with the charismatic Jason McKee of Green Leaf Ag (a Bennett Co.) Jason’s extensive knowledge in the field of water treatment is truly remarkable. We discuss Bennett’s acquisition of Green Leaf Ag, the ever changing Ag Industry in CA and some of the challenges arriving in the form of SGMA and new biological concerns. Jason is truly one of a kind, enjoy the show.

Episode 18: A Family Farming Legacy w/ Greg Jackson

In today’s episode, I sit down with the esteemed Greg Jackson. We discuss his family’s humble beginnings from the sand mines of Cookeville TN, to the successful farming operation you may know today. Greg was generous enough to share his thoughts and opinions on farming in California, crop varieties, crop genetics and changing the stone fruit industry as we know it. You definitely do not want to miss this episode. As always enjoy the show.