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Green Cover Podcast

Keith Berns
Regenerative Agriculture
Soil Health
Cover Crops
Green Cover
Warm Season Cover Crops
Soil Microbiology
Transition Plan / Generational Transfer
Illinois
Permaculture
Soil Health Principles
Wide Row Corn Interseeding
Family Matters
Stewardship
Nexus Conference
Soybeans
Cooperative Farming
Nitrogen Fixation
A2 Milk
Grass-Fed Dairy
Aterak Nutrition

Welcome to the Green Cover podcast, where we have really interesting conversations with some of the top regenerative farmers and experts. Join our host Green Cover co-founder and co-owner Keith Berns and our guests as they discuss how we can help people regenerate God’s Creation for future generations.

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In this episode of the Green Cover Podcast, host Keith Berns talks with Karl Palmberg, a former F-16 pilot turned grass-fed beef producer in Larchwood, Iowa, about building a regenerative cattle operation from the ground up. Karl breaks down how he u... more

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After nearly four years of delays, the USDA has finalized guidance for the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit, and it's opening up real financial opportunities for corn and soybean farmers. Mitchell Hora, seventh-generation Iowa farmer and founder of C... more

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Wheat harvest isn't the end of your growing season, it's the start of a new opportunity. In this episode, Keith sits down with longtime cover crop expert Dale Strickler to talk through what to plant after wheat comes off, and how to turn those acres ... more

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Mark Thomas has spent 30-plus years in the grass seed industry, and today he ranches south of Enid, Oklahoma with his wife Annette — raising 100% grass-fed beef on a system built around diverse annual and perennial forages. In this conversation, Keit... more

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Mark Thomas
CEO of Mountain View Seeds; rancher south of Enid, Oklahoma
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Episode: Episode #35: Perennial Genetics for Better Animal Performance with Mark Thomas
Allison Lepanto
Owner and operator of Aterak Nutrition
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Episode: Episode #34: Why Weed-free Horse Pastures Might be Hurting Equine Health with Allison Lepanto
Zach Louk
Green Cover primary seed buyer
Green Cover
Episode: Episode #33: A Deep Dive into Warm Season Cover Crops with Zach Louk
Jay Fuhrer
Soil health specialist, former NRCS role, leader at Mennoken Farm
Mennoken Farm (east of Bismarck, ND)
Episode: Episode #32: What 45 Years in the Field Taught Jay Fuhrer About Rebuilding Soils
Kevin Wiltse
Beef producer from Timken, Kansas; converted to perennial grazing system
Timken, Kansas operation
Episode: Episode #31: Building a Drought Resilient Grazing Operation Using Perennials and Cover Crops with Kevin Wiltse
Kelly Ryerson
Glyphosate Girl, co-director of American Regeneration
American Regeneration
Episode: Episode #30: The New American Dream with Rylan Engelhart and Kelly Ryerson
Ryland Engelhart
Executive, co-director of American Regeneration; Kiss the Ground founder
American Regeneration; Kiss the Ground
Episode: Episode #30: The New American Dream with Rylan Engelhart and Kelly Ryerson
Glenn Elzinga
Owner of Alderspring Ranch, Chalice, Idaho
Alderspring Ranch
Episode: Episode #29: The Art of Following Nature’s Design at Alderspring Ranch
Greg Thoren
Farmer in Illinois implementing regenerative practices including wide-row corn interseeding and grazing collars
Illinois regenerative farm operator, Regenify certification holder
Episode: Episode #28 Wide Rows, Deep Roots: Greg Thoren's Regenerative Vision

Host

Keith Berns
Host of Green Cover Podcast; co-founder / co-owner of Green Cover; involved with Green Cover Seed and related initiatives.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Great info on cover crops

    This podcast has some great information for agriculture, but more specifically on cover crops.

    The one thing for myself personally that does not resonate - and I mean no disrespect at all - is the frequent “God talk”. I would be considered agnostic if anything so being that I’m not religious, I can’t say I’m a fan of the frequent talk of God as it’s done on the show and sometimes I feel as though it may narrow the audience demographic at times.

    Just wanted to provide my opinion/perspective on ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Fghuhvddhj
    Canadaa year ago
  • A Podcast hosted by experts in cover crops and regenerative agriculture

    I’m extremely excited about this podcast hosted by Keith Berns and Green Cover Seed. The first episode featuring Gabe Brown offers some history in the regenerative ag movement. I can’t wait for the next episode and hope to hear more about cover crops, mixes, and regenerative ag.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rob Dowdle
    United Statesa year ago

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Some feedback mentions strong faith-based framing at times, which can broaden but also narrow audience resonance.
Listeners appreciate the practical, on-farm insights from seasoned regenerative farmers.
The show is valued for actionable strategies and transparent discussion of challenges and economics.
Guests consistently bring depth on soil biology and real-world results rather than theory.

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Episode #13: Regenerative Organic Almond Farming with Benina Montes
Q: If someone's just getting started in their regenerative path, what would you advise them to do to make the transition quicker and easier?
Start small on a strip or block, plant cover crops, extend the growing season for living soil, and gradually broaden biodiversity. Attend conferences and engage with a supportive community to learn from others' trials and errors.
Episode #13: Regenerative Organic Almond Farming with Benina Montes
Q: So how are you marketing eggs from 5,000 chickens? Are you doing some retail, some wholesale, some distributor type stuff?
They primarily wholesale through regional retailers and distributors in Northern California, with some direct sales to local stores and restaurants, plus online direct-to-consumer offerings on their website and Amazon.
Episode #15: How Education Fuels the Regenerative Movement with Matt Powers
Q: What makes regenerative soil microscopy different from traditional lab approaches?
By using safer LED-based epifluorescence and a data-sharing database, he enables farmers to observe mycorrhizal fungi in real time and compare findings, making microscopy accessible and actionable for non-lab environments.
Episode #15: How Education Fuels the Regenerative Movement with Matt Powers
Q: What role do community and collaboration play in learning about regeneration?
He emphasizes social learning, diverse voices, and facilitated gatherings (like conferences and online groups) as essential to developing practical, scalable regenerative solutions.
Episode #15: How Education Fuels the Regenerative Movement with Matt Powers
Q: How did your early experiences shape your approach to regenerative soil science?
Matt explains that personal hardship and a shift from traditional career paths pushed him toward practical education and soil science, ultimately leading to online courses and community-building that empower learners to implement regenerative practices.

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This series centers on regenerative farming, soil health, and cover-crop systems, featuring practical, field-tested conversations with farmers, researchers, and industry advocates. Episodes pair hands-on tactics—interseeding, grazing integrations, microbial products, and diverse crop mixes—with broader discussions about policy, education, and community-building around sustainable agriculture. Notable strengths include deep technical insights from experienced practitioners, a willingness to share failures and lessons from real-world trials, and a clear focus on making complex regenerative concepts actionable for farmers and agribusiness audiences.

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Recent guests on Green Cover Podcast include:

1. Mark Thomas
2. Allison Lepanto
3. Zach Louk
4. Jay Fuhrer
5. Kevin Wiltse
6. Kelly Ryerson
7. Ryland Engelhart
8. Glenn Elzinga

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