XtremeAg: Cutting The Curve Podcast

Farming Podcast | Farmland Values in 2025: Is a Correction Coming or Just a Plateau?

This episode of the Cutting The Curve Farming Podcast dives deep into farmland values for 2025. Join host Damian Mason with South Dakota farmer Lee Lubbers and First Dakota Bank’s Nathan Sparks as they unpack what’s driving land prices, how rising interest rates are shaping the ag market, and whether a price correction is on the horizon.
Learn how to navigate land purchases, leases, and investment planning in today’s complex farm economy.
Together, they break down:
What’s driving current land prices and rental rates
The impact of rising interest rates on ag real estate
Why land ownership remains central to a farm’s net worth
Whether we’re headed for a 15% correction or continued appreciation
Who's really buying farmland—and it's not who you think
The role of outside investment, oversupply, and inflation hedging in shaping land trends
With perspectives from both sides of the lending desk and insights rooted in decades of real-world experience, this conversation unpacks the economic, emotional, and strategic forces influencing ag land markets as we step into 2025.
Whether you're a beginning farmer or a seasoned operator, this is a must-listen if you're trying to navigate land purchases, leases, or long-term planning in today’s market.

Farming Financial Strategies Podcast | Smart Strategies from Commodity Classic 2025 with Kelly Garrett

In this episode of the Cutting The Curve Farming Podcast, Damian Mason sits down with Kelly Garrett to unpack key insights from the 2025 Commodity Classic. In a tight farm economy, it’s not just about cutting costs — it’s about spending smarter. From adjusting input strategies to leveraging cost-saving technologies, Kelly shares practical takeaways that can help you make better financial decisions without compromising performance. Listeners will learn how to effectively manage fertility inputs and boost yields while improving financial performance, all while exploring smart farming financial strategies. Tune in to hear how Kelly is rethinking his farm investments after what he saw on the trade show floor — and how his strategies can benefit your operation too.
This episode offers valuable advice for farmers aiming to enhance efficiency and make informed decisions in the face of rising input costs.
 
This episode of Cutting The Curve is presented by Nachurs.

Farming Podcast | Sam Coutu’s Bold 2025 Strategy for April Soybean Planting in Quebec

This episode of the farming podcast delves into soybean planting with Quebec farmer Sam Coutu. He reveals his strategies for April soybean planting, focusing on optimizing fertility timing and adjusting plant populations to boost yields. Additionally, Sam discusses how to effectively utilize recent equipment upgrades to cut costs and enhance crop management. This episode provides valuable insights for farmers looking to improve efficiency and achieve harvest success in 2025.

Farming Podcast | Bringing the Department of Phosphorus Efficiency to Your Farm | Reduce Costs, and Improve Crop Yields

This episode of the Cutting The Curve farming podcast dives into phosphorus efficiency, focusing on how to get phosphorus into soil effectively. Damian Mason hosts experts from AgroTech USA and XtremeAg, who discuss how farmers can raise phosphorus levels in soil through optimized fertility programs. They reveal practical strategies to reduce input costs, improve crop yields, and combat phosphorus deficiency in plants while enhancing soil health. This episode is crucial for anyone looking to boost their nutrient management practices while keeping more money in their pockets.
 

Milo for the Win: Diversification, Lower Costs & Soil Health with Lee Lubbers

Thinking about adding grain sorghum—aka milo—to your operation? Lee Lubbers shares why this crop is a game-changer for his farm. From lower production costs compared to corn to boosting organic matter where soybeans fall short, milo is earning its place in his cropping system. In this episode, Lee talks with Damian about his strategy for maximizing yield and nutrient content to command a premium price. As always, Lee isn’t just experimenting—he’s all in. Tune in to hear how he’s making milo work for his bottom line.

No Flinging! How Temple Is Dialing-In Nutrient Application Strategies in 2025

Temple Rhodes did a large scale trial in 2024 eliminating applied dried fertilizer and replacing it with plant-applied nutrients. It worked. So he’s making some big changes to his nutrient application strategy this year to focus on the crop, not just the soil test. A few side benefits include: reduction of salts in the soil, bigger yields, and less cost. Not to mention increased soil biology which is another focus for the new year. Temple takes a break to talk to Damian about exciting changes coming to Chestnut Manor Farms.  

Chad’s 2025 Game Plan: More Strip-Till, Smarter Seed Treatment & Better Data

Strip-till isn’t just about conservation—it’s a game-changer for nutrient availability and soil health. That’s one of Chad Henderson’s key strategies as he heads into the new season. In this episode of XtremeAg's Cutting the Curve, Chad shares why he’s doubling down on strip-till, upgrading his data collection with cost-effective tech for his equipment, and making a major shift from in-furrow application to seed treatments. His goal? Reduce labor, simplify operations, and cut costs without sacrificing performance.
If you're looking for practical ways to improve efficiency and profitability on your farm, don’t miss this insightful discussion with host Damian Mason!

Beware of “Saving” Yourself Into a Loss – Matt Miles on Fertility & Rotation Mistakes

Can cutting input costs actually cost you more in the long run? Farmer Matt Miles shares hard lessons from his 2024 season, where saving $50 per acre on potassium ended up costing him $150 per acre in lost yield. He also reveals the hidden costs of skipping crop rotation after a seven-bushel decline in non-rotated soybeans. In this episode of Cutting the Curve, Matt and host Damian Mason break down the true impact of fertility decisions and crop rotation on farm profitability. Tune in for insights to refine your farming and nutritional strategy in 2025!

Cover Crops in Corn: A Radical 2025 Farming Strategy with Kelly Garrett

In this episode of XtremeAg Cutting the Curve, host Damian Mason sits down with Kelly Garrett and TJ Kartes to discuss a bold move for 2025—interseeding cover crops into growing corn as early as June. Kelly shares the agronomic, economic, and sustainability benefits of this approach, from erosion control to carbon sequestration and livestock forage. TJ Kartes of Saddle Butte Ag breaks down the science behind selecting the right cover crop species and dispels common myths about water retention, nutrient competition, and cold climate challenges.
Tune in to hear how this strategy could reshape farming practices and improve soil health while increasing ROI. Don't miss this insightful discussion with real-world takeaways for forward-thinking farmers!

Farm Data Management: Are You Maximizing Farm Management Technology for Bigger ROI

Most farms today rely on data management software and on-implement hardware—but are you truly maximizing these tools for bigger returns and streamlined operations? In this episode, Layne Miles teams up with Ryan Stien to break down Deere’s Operations Center and how it helps Miles Farms make smarter, more profitable decisions. As Layne puts it, “If you missed the technology train, grab a cab and go catch it because the train isn’t coming back to the station.” Tune in to learn how leveraging farm data can drive efficiency, boost ROI, and future-proof your operation.