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The Grow Down on Soil Health

The Grow Down on Soil Health

Written by: Farmers for Soil Health
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Welcome to “The Grow Down on Soil Health” podcast, where we dive deep into sustainable farming practices designed to enhance both your land and your bottom line. Join host Ben West, Ph.D., executive director of Farmers for Soil Health, and a diverse lineup of guests from various agricultural backgrounds as they share entertaining stories, invaluable soil health management techniques, and the incredible benefits cover crops can bring to your farm.


Farmers for Soil Health is a program created by farmers for farmers. It is committed to enhancing soil health practices, such as planting cover crops, to improve the environment and increase farmers' profitability. Check out FarmersforSoilHealth.com for more information.


This podcast is brought to you in partnership with the Soy Checkoff, Pork Checkoff, National Corn Growers Association and the Soil Health Institute.

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Episodes
  • Virtual Fencing for Livestock Might Be Your Solution
    Jun 17 2026

    For today’s episode, we have Kaitlyn Dozler here to give us the ins and outs of virtual fences. She’ll break down topics such as how the technology works, the labor and cost savings for producers and how the cattle respond. Learn more about this grazing option and how it can not only be a solution for ranchers who don’t have time to rotate but also for the herd.

    Meet the Guest:

    Kaitlyn Dozler is the Virtual Fence Program Manager at the University of Missouri Center for Regenerative Agriculture. Her agricultural career began on her family’s farm in Nebraska before going on to lead the state’s first virtual fencing study during her graduate research at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Now, Kaitlyn works with Missouri farmers and ranchers, guiding them through the transition to virtual fencing.


    Farmers for Soil Health is a program created by farmers for farmers. It is committed to enhancing soil health practices, such as planting cover crops, to improve the environment and increase farmers' profitability. Check out FarmersforSoilHealth.com for more information.

    This podcast is brought to you in partnership with the Soy Checkoff, Pork Checkoff, National Corn Growers Association and the Soil Health Institute.

    The Soil Health Institute’s research and outreach empower farmers, advisors, conservation professionals, and scientists to advance the adoption of soil health systems that contribute economic and environmental benefits to agriculture and society. For free resources, advice, and tools tailored to your region, visit https://soilhealthinstitute.org/resources/.

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    39 mins
  • Understanding the Why and How of Cover Crops with Rob Myers, Ph. D.
    Jun 2 2026

    Today’s episode features Rob Myers, Ph.D., a well-known figure in regenerative agriculture. He’s here to share his cover crop knowledge on topics like getting started, species selection before row crops, grazing and how farmers can experience continued success.

    Meet the Guest:

    Rob Myers, Ph.D., is the director of the Center for Regenerative Agriculture at the University of Missouri. Through his latest book, Cover Crops: Improving Life on the Land, and maintaining working relationships with agronomists or extension specialists, Myers’ work focuses on helping farmers move beyond the “trial run” stage of cover crops to successful adoption and integration into their operations.


    Farmers for Soil Health is a program created by farmers for farmers. It is committed to enhancing soil health practices, like planting cover crops, to improve the environment and farmers' profitability. Check out FarmersforSoilHealth.com for more information.

    This podcast is brought to you in partnership with the Soy Checkoff, Pork Checkoff and National Corn Growers Association.

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    36 mins
  • Soil Health, Microorganisms, and Good Cover Crop Management Decisions for Your Operation
    May 19 2026

    Today’s episode features Wayne Honeycutt, Ph.D., as he takes us on a journey to not only break down the importance of soil health but also how nonprofits like the Soil Health Institute work to help farmers overcome the knowledge barrier that can prevent them from making the best management decisions.

    You’ll learn about the functions of microorganisms in the soil, the role cover crops play in soil health, and the many resources the Soil Health Institute offers to farmers across the nation.

    Meet the Guest:

    Wayne Honeycutt, Ph.D., is the founding president and CEO of the Soil Health Institute (SHI). Through his work with SHI, free soil health resources from research to downloadable tools are available to farmers across North America, decreasing the knowledge gap and increasing farmer confidence when implementing new practices.


    Farmers for Soil Health is a program created by farmers for farmers. It is committed to enhancing soil health practices, such as planting cover crops, to improve the environment and increase farmers' profitability. Check out FarmersforSoilHealth.com for more information.

    This podcast is brought to you in partnership with the Soy Checkoff, Pork Checkoff, National Corn Growers Association and the Soil Health Institute.

    The Soil Health Institute’s research and outreach empower farmers, advisors, conservation professionals, and scientists to advance the adoption of soil health systems that contribute economic and environmental benefits to agriculture and society. For free resources, advice, and tools tailored to your region, visit https://soilhealthinstitute.org/resources/.

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    53 mins
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