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Across the Acres

Across the Acres

Written by: Beck's Hybrids
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Join David Ringger as he sits down and chats with Beck’s employees and farmers across the nation, all while connecting, challenging, and inspiring others.

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Episodes
  • Grit, Growth, and Sales Leadership with Ryan Parkin

    Grit, Growth, and Sales Leadership with Ryan Parkin
    Jan 6 2026

    This month on Across The Acres, we’re joined by Ryan Parkin, Beck’s Director of Sales and a 21-year member of the Beck’s family. A husband, dad to three girls, and man of strong faith, Ryan brings a grounded yet entrepreneurial perspective shaped by years of experience in agriculture. From starting at the front counter to leading our sales team today, Ryan shares the lessons, mentors, and moments that helped shape his journey.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Decades of Dedication with Jim Herr

    Decades of Dedication with Jim Herr
    Dec 9 2025

    This month’s guest, Jim Herr, has worn a lot of hats — husband, dad, farmer, and for 26 years, a trusted leader at Beck’s. As the Processing/Inventory/Wholesale Manager, Jim has had a front-row seat to the company’s evolution. From seasons of challenge to years of rapid expansion, he’s seen it all, and he brings a grounded, faith-driven perspective to every step of the journey.
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    33 mins
  • Looking Back, Growing Forward: Insights from Sonny Beck

    Looking Back, Growing Forward: Insights from Sonny Beck
    Nov 4 2025

    Few people embody Beck’s legacy quite like our CEO, Sonny Beck. In this month’s episode of Across The Acres, Sonny joins David to reflect on the company’s roots, the moments that shaped its growth, and the vision guiding its future — all grounded in the same values that started it all.
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    43 mins
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