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  • AgWarriors Ep. 47 | A Marine’s Path to AgTech Innovation

    AgWarriors Ep. 47 | A Marine’s Path to AgTech Innovation
    Feb 4 2026
    Autonomy and artificial intelligence are transforming agriculture, and FarmWave CEO Craig Ganssle joins the conversation to share more about those innovations. In this episode, Ganssle shares the story behind launching FarmWave, a company focused on AI-driven solutions for agricultural machinery. He joins hosts Jeremy Matuszewski at the recent Agritechnica show to discuss the innovation behind FarmWave and the entrepreneurial journey that led him there, including lessons from a previous business venture. Ganssle reflects on his connection to farming and agriculture, as well as his service in the U.S. Marines, and how those experiences shaped his leadership as CEO. He also talks about the challenges of launching a company in 2020, the value of accuracy and what’s next for FarmWave, including new features for 2026.

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    49 min
  • AgWarriors Ep. 46 | Farming in Europe for 12 Generations

    AgWarriors Ep. 46 | Farming in Europe for 12 Generations
    Jan 22 2026
    Marcus Holtkötter, a 12th-generation farmer from Germany, joins AgWarriors to share what it’s like to raise pigs and grow crops in Europe amid increasing government regulations. He discusses the education required to farm in Europe, lessons learned through experience, and the power of building strong networks with fellow farmers. Holtkötter also offers his perspective on the growing role of data in agriculture, the impacts of the war in Russia and Ukraine and the future of small farms in a conversation with host Jeremy Matuszewski.
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    46 min
  • Ag Warriors Ep. 45 | Sold Everything to Farm

    Ag Warriors Ep. 45 | Sold Everything to Farm
    Jan 8 2026
    As a fourth-generation farmer, Levi Scherman always felt a pull toward farming — even while selling seed across Western Canada. In this episode, host Jeremy Matuszewski talks with Levi at Agritechnica to hear his deep roots in farming, how studying crop technology in college cemented his desire to stay in agriculture, how he managed to purchase his own farmland before the age of 21 and only a few tangents about sports!
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    32 min
  • Ag Warriors Ep. 44 | A Ukrainian Ag Equipment Leader’s Story of Resilience

    Ag Warriors Ep. 44 | A Ukrainian Ag Equipment Leader’s Story of Resilience
    Dec 24 2025
    Recorded at Agritechnica, host Jeremy Matuszewski sits down with Dmytro Kobazarenko, owner of Kobzarenko Plant, a leading agricultural machinery manufacturer in Ukraine. Dmytro shares his upbringing in Ukraine, his education and how he describes navigating life and business amid the ongoing war. He also reflects on living and working in countries such as Germany and Poland, the challenges his company faced during the COVID-19 pandemic and the moments that shaped its growth. Dmytro also explains how the company remains a family business in the memory of his father and how it continues to fight for a strong future despite unprecedented adversity.
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    44 min
  • Ag Warriors Ep. 43 | Career Built on Global Ag Events, Including Agritechnica

    Ag Warriors Ep. 43 | Career Built on Global Ag Events, Including Agritechnica
    Dec 10 2025
    Jens Kremer, a lifelong enthusiast of major industry events, serves as Managing Director of DLG International, a subsidiary of the German Agricultural Society (DLG). The organization develops and coordinates international trade fairs and conferences including Agritechnica, the world’s leading agricultural trade fair.

    Host Jeremy Matuszewski talks with Jens about his upbringing in Germany, his path into the events industry and how he ultimately stepped into his current leadership role. They discuss future initiatives, the growth of DLG International’s global reach and how the organization continues to share information and networking opportunities. The episode also includes a preview of what’s coming next on Ag Warriors.
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    43 min
  • Ag Warriors Ep. 42 | Technology Highlights from Agritechnica

    Ag Warriors Ep. 42 | Technology Highlights from Agritechnica
    Nov 26 2025
    From Germany, Jeremy Matuszewski and guest co-host Andy Castillo share their insights on the cutting-edge technology and innovation showcased at Agritechnica, the world’s leading agricultural trade fair drawing nearly 500,000 visitors from 52 countries. They also preview what’s ahead for the podcast, including future guests and conversations that highlight the human side of agriculture, even in a tech-driven world. And of course, it wouldn’t be an episode without a little sports talk!

    This episode also features perspectives from Jeff Cooper, vice president of trade development at Saskatchewan Trade & Export Partnership, and Rob O’Connor, Ag in Motion show director, on what stood out to them at the show.
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    37 min
  • Ag Warriors Ep. 41 | From Military Involvement to Farm Equipment Reporter

    Ag Warriors Ep. 41 | From Military Involvement to Farm Equipment Reporter
    Nov 13 2025
    Andy Castillo grew up in Massachusetts without a farming background, and he believes that gives him a unique perspective when reporting on farm equipment and machinery as an editor at Farm Progress. In this episode, he shares some of the new technologies and standout stories he has covered over the years, emphasizing the opportunities in agriculture even for those who didn’t grow up in the industry.

    The conversation spans from his love of sports and travel, how he got his start in journalism alongside his military involvement, and the value of farm shows in creating educational opportunities for farmers. Andy also discusses the growing need in ag media to better understand the ROI of new technologies and equipment so information can clearly communicate the value behind these innovations.
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    46 min
  • Ag Warriors Ep. 40 | Life Is Not Linear: The Grit and Growth of Delaney Howell

    Ag Warriors Ep. 40 | Life Is Not Linear: The Grit and Growth of Delaney Howell
    Oct 30 2025
    From broadcasting on Iowa public airwaves to now running five businesses, Delaney Howell’s grit and determination are unmatched. Growing up on a livestock and crop farm with her brothers, Delaney found joy in showing animals at fairs, a foundation that shaped her love for agriculture. That passion led her to study agricultural education in college, where she discovered her true calling behind the microphone.

    She went on to host a television show covering commodity markets, co-founded the Ag News Daily Podcast, and launched AgCulture Marketing, yet her journey hasn’t been without challenges. Tune in to this episode for never-before-heard insights into how Delaney navigated those opportunities and became a recognized leader and communicator in agriculture.
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    1 h et 2 min