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FARMCON Conversations

Kevin Van Trump
Corn
Wheat
Artificial Intelligence
Agriculture
Beans
Soybeans
Investing
Middle East
AI In Agriculture
Corn Markets
Geopolitics
FARMCON
USDA
LRC (weather Cycle)
Family Wealth Planning
NASS Corn Estimate Correction
Farm Business Diversification
Tariffs
China
Fertilizers

Our annual FARMCON conference has connected our family with some of the real movers and shakers in agriculture. Now, through this new podcast, we’re bringing those conversations directly to you. If you’re looking to separate yourself from the crowd and hear about cutting-edge ag-technology, market insights, and hard-earned lessons you won’t find anywhere else, this podcast is for you. What makes i... more

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Today on FARMCON Conversations, Kevin and I spend a good part of the show on something producers are going to be talking about: NASS acknowledging a processing error in its September corn estimates for Kansas and Nebraska. The correction itself chang... more

Today on FARMCON Conversations, Kevin and I are joined by longtime FARMCON partner David Elser of UPL. David has a unique view across crop inputs, distribution, innovation and producer economics, and our conversation quickly moved beyond products int... more

Today on FARMCON Conversations, Kevin and I get into a question that may make some people uncomfortable: is straight farming, by itself, still a durable enough business model for most families? That conversation takes us into why Kevin believes free ... more

Today on FARMCON Conversations, Kevin and I are joined by FARMCON partner Jake Espenmiller, President and CEO of Conterra Ag Capital. Jake sits in a unique seat where he can see what is happening across farm balance sheets, operating credit and insti... more

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Recent Guests

David Elser
President of UPL North America with 25 years of agribusiness experience
UPL
Episode: FARMCON CONVERSATIONS…with Special Guest DAVID ELSER of UPL
Jake Espenmiller
CEO, President and Chairman of Conterra Ag Capital
Conterra Ag Capital
Episode: FARMCON CONVERSATIONS — with Special Guest Jake Espenmiller of Conterra Ag Capital
Kevin VanTrump
Co-host and guest on the episode, discussing markets, networking, and ag leadership
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Episode: FARMCON CONVERSATIONS: THE EDGE IS CHANGING
Ken Packard
Regional Director of Commodity Futures Client Management at StoneX
StoneX
Episode: FARMCON CONVERSATIONS — NEW EPISODE with Special Guest KEN PACKARD of StoneX
Dan Maycock
Co-founder and CTO of Dataplai, AI and data consulting for agriculture and food industries
Dataplai
Episode: FARMCON Conversations 08-05-2026: Special Guest, Dan Maycock, co-founder of Dataplai
Dan Hartsock
Vice President, Precision Ag Upgrades and AI Data
John Deere
Episode: FARMCON Conversations 07–29-2026 – Learn, Unlearn, and Relearn
Shane Thomas
Agribusiness Analyst who founded UpString Ag
Episode: FARMCON Conversations 07–29-2026 – Learn, Unlearn, and Relearn
Greg Peterson
Known as Machine and Repeat
Machine and Repeat
Episode: FARMCON Conversations 07–29-2026 – Learn, Unlearn, and Relearn
Kevin Vantroff
Guest trader and market commentator
Episode: FARMCON Conversations 06–24-2026

Hosts

Todd Leckler
Co-host of FARMCON Conversations
Kevin VanTrump
Co-host of FARMCON Conversations / FARMCON Conversations

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Great show

    Wish they recorded more often. Andy and Kevin are pure gold.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cornhusker55
    United States2 years ago
  • Great show!

    Kevin and Andy, host of the podcast, highlights all aspects of investing and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    malfoxley
    United States5 years ago
  • That’s what I was thinking

    I just couldn’t say it that well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RKR_Texas
    United States6 years ago
  • A different perspective

    I absolutely love the insight and perspectives that are unearthed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Plainlost
    United States7 years ago
  • Great Podcast!!!!

    One of the best podcasts I’ve heard recently when it comes to trading and investing. Great content, but extremely timely. Need to make sure you’re on top of these within a few days, if not day of.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BBB_Team
    United States7 years ago

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Discussion can be dense but rewarding for serious practitioners
Energetic hosts with strong market chops and industry connections
High value for listeners seeking actionable farming and investing insights
Shows depth on market dynamics and technology in farming
Guests bring practical, real-world lessons

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FARMCON CONVERSATIONS…with Special Guest DAVID ELSER of UPL
Q: Are we going to be set up for another significant round of consolidation, in your opinion, particularly at maybe the retail level?
David Elser expects significant change in the coming months, including grower consolidation and new technologies that will change how crops are produced. He says retailers will need to adapt to changing customers, while suppliers may also face consolidation or strategic shifts.
FARMCON CONVERSATIONS…with Special Guest DAVID ELSER of UPL
Q: Do you agree with Kevin on that line of thought of, you know, this is averting probably an ag lending issue?
David Elser agrees that financial stress is a serious concern and says farmers need practical solutions that help them make sound production decisions. He notes that credit is increasingly important and points to potential revenue opportunities such as higher ethanol blends and biodiesel.
FARMCON CONVERSATIONS: THE EDGE IS CHANGING
Q: How do you evaluate whether a startup pitch is worth backing when capital is scarcer and interest rates are higher?
Look for real customers, a proven product-market fit, a strong founder story, and a moat; avoid pitches that rely solely on hype or beta status and require a clear path to profitability.
FARMCON CONVERSATIONS: THE EDGE IS CHANGING
Q: What changes in decision making have you noticed as you've aged, particularly around trading or investing?
Patience has fluctuated; the guest notes aging brings a mix of growing impatience and a heightened focus on big goals, prioritizing family and durable, verifiable signals over impulsive moves.
FARMCON CONVERSATIONS: THE EDGE IS CHANGING
Q: If you were 30 years old again, would you spend less time accumulating knowledge and more time building access to people who know things you don't?
The guest argues that while knowledge is valuable, building a network of people with experience and diverse perspectives is essential to gain edge and avoid relying solely on information, especially in fast-changing markets.

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What is FARMCON Conversations about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on practical market analysis for agriculture, pairing near-term commodity dynamics with technology trends, policy considerations, and hands-on business strategy. Episodes weave together cropFundamentals (corn, soybeans, wheat), USDA updates, and macro drivers with deep dives into AI, data-driven farming, robotics, and agtech adoption. Guests range from market analysts to tech leaders and farm operators, all sharing real-world lessons about ROI, risk management, and scaling innovations in farming. A notable edge is the sustained emphasis on disciplined capital allocation, education, and the evolving skill set needed to compete in a high-velocity agricultural landscape, making it particularly useful for listeners who want ac... more

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Recent guests on FARMCON Conversations include:

1. David Elser
2. Jake Espenmiller
3. Kevin VanTrump
4. Ken Packard
5. Dan Maycock
6. Dan Hartsock
7. Shane Thomas
8. Greg Peterson

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