This week on the podcast Kyle and Brad dive into their personal stories of how they grew to love agriculture and what inspired that love for each of them.

On this week's episode, Kyle sits down with Brad and Marsha to discuss their 25th Anniversary trip to Hawaii and what agriculture looks like on the islands.

August has been a busy month at Cross Creek Ag Solutions, and this week Kyle and Brad break it all down. They discuss what it was like welcoming Ag View Solutions and their peer review group to evaluate the operation, recap the success of Field Day 2026, and share how recent weather patterns have affected spraying across the region. They also give listeners a first look at a brand-new product line coming from Cross Creek Ag Solutions.

This week on the podcast Kyle and Brad sit down with special guest, Chris Barron.

Chris Barron is the Director of Operations and President of Carson and Barron Farms Inc. in Rowley Iowa, and founder of Ag View Solutions. A University of Dubuque graduate, Chris has spent more than 30 years helping farmers improve profitability, strengthen business performance, and plan for the future while remaining actively involved in his own farming operation.

In 1996, Chris developed Farm Profit Manager to better measure cost of production on his family farm. What began as an internal management tool has grown into a widely used platform that helps hundreds of farms across the United States and Canada make informed financial and operational decisions. Through AgView Solutions, Chris works with farming families and agribusinesses on leadership, succession planning, communication, multi-generational growth, and long-term profitability. Alongside his wife, Alissa, Chris helps agricultural operations build stronger businesses and more successful futures.

Learn more about how Ag View Solutions has benefitted Cross Creek Ag Solutions and how Farm Profit Manager has changed the game for us in business management.

This week on the podcast, Kyle and Brad are joined by Doug Goodman.

Doug Goodman brings more than four decades of leadership and expertise in the seed industry, following an early career as a high school algebra teacher and multi-sport coach. Since entering the agricultural sector in 1979, Doug has held key sales and management roles with Crow's Hybrid Corn Company, Callahan Enterprises, and Peterson Genetics, helping navigate major industry advancements, including the introduction of Roundup Ready Soybeans. Today, he continues to serve as a valued member of the Peterson Genetics team, providing technical support, marketing leadership, and industry insights backed by a lifetime of experience.

This week on The Turn Row Podcast, Sponsored by Cross Creek Ag Solutions, Kyle and Brad interview Ron Ewing.

Ron is a Chapter President and Principal with Truth at Work, where he helps business owners, presidents, and CEOs grow their businesses while deepening their faith and leadership. With more than 20 years of leadership experience in the construction industry and over a decade serving in church leadership, Ron is passionate about equipping Christian business leaders to live out their God-given calling.

Listen as they discuss farming, loneliness, community, succession plans and leadership in business.

This week on the podcast, Kyle and Brad dive into the balancing act of fatherhood, farming, and professional life when schedules get hectic. Brad shares some of his favorite ways to connect with his kids—from unforgettable weekends at DADCAMP to relaxing evenings on the lake—while the two compare their very different approaches to productivity and getting things done. Tune in for an honest conversation about family, work-life balance, and making the most of the time that matters most.

This week on The Turn Row Podcast, Alyssa steps out from behind the scenes and into the host seat alongside Cross Creek’s Spencer for a conversation about the future of agriculture, leadership, and innovation.

As two of the younger members of the Cross Creek team, Alyssa and Spencer bring a unique perspective shaped by backgrounds in ministry, operations, youth programs, and now agriculture. Together, they discuss the generational differences they see across the industry, why change can be challenging in farming, and how balancing tradition with innovation is key to long-term success.

The conversation also explores the growing role of technology in agriculture, the opportunities and challenges that come with adopting new tools, and the ways the next generation of ag leaders can help move businesses forward. Spencer shares his thoughts on where the industry is headed over the next five years, the technologies that excite him most, and practical advice for young professionals preparing to take on greater leadership roles.

Plus, hear what the Cross Creek team is working on this week as the summer heat ramps up.

Whether you're running a farm, preparing to lead one, or simply passionate about the future of agriculture, this episode offers valuable insights on growth, adaptability, and leading through change. Tune in!