The Vance Crowe Podcast

This episode was a speech recorded at the FUSION conference with the American Farm Bureau talking about the art of storytelling and the profound impact it can have on personal and communal growth.   Vance shares his journey from working in agriculture to becoming a storyteller who helps individuals record their life stories for future generations.…

In this episode of the Ag Tribes Report, host Vance Crowe is joined by Adam Lash, a first-generation farmer from Southeastern Wisconsin. They delve into the complexities of the agricultural workforce, discussing the reliance on H-2A workers and the challenges American farmers face in hiring domestic labor. The conversation touches on the economic…

Welcome to the Ag Tribes Report with your host, Vance Crowe. This week, we dive into the complexities of the agricultural world with our guest, Doug Whitehead, a Canadian farmer and trucker. Doug, a former ice trucker, running a trucking company, and farming in Canada.  Our discussion takes a deep dive into the deescalating trade war between the…

In this episode of the Ag Tribes Report, host Vance Crowe welcomes Ryan Cooper, a startup farmer and founder of Milkmen Coop, to discuss the evolving landscape of agriculture and food distribution. Ryan shares insights into his business, which sources high-quality food from local farms and distributes it within his community. The conversation…

In this episode of the Ag Tribes Report, host Vance Crowe dives into the pressing issues facing the agricultural sector today. Joined by John Boelts, President of the Arizona Farm Bureau, they explore the complexities of water management in Arizona, a state where agriculture consumes a significant portion of the water supply. The discussion…

In this episode, Vance Crowe and guest Jacob Shapiro into the evolving geopolitical landscape, focusing on the shifting dynamics between the United States and Europe. The discussion begins with the recent statements by U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegsek, indicating a deprioritization of European security in favor of addressing issues like migration…

In this episode of the Ag Tribes Report, host Vance Crowe is joined by Amanda Radke, a prominent figure in the agricultural community known for her work as a cattle rancher, motivational speaker, and children's book author. Amanda shares her insights on the controversial use of eminent domain for carbon pipelines, highlighting her relentless fight…

In this episode of the AgTribes Report, host Vance Crowe dives into the intricate world of agriculture, economics, and policy with guest Steve Conaway, a farmer and real estate appraiser from Kansas. The conversation explores the economic side of agriculture, touching on topics such as conservation practices and government subsidies. Vance and…

In this episode of the Ag Tribes Report, host Vance Crow welcomes Steve Strasheim, a vegetable farmer from Northern Iowa, to discuss a variety of pressing issues in agriculture. Steve shares insights into his unique farming practices, including the use of greenhouses and geothermal technology to grow vegetables in the harsh Iowa winters. He also…

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of dairy farming with JR Burdick, a former conventional dairy farmer turned raw milk producer. JR shares his journey from following the traditional dairy farming system to becoming an independent raw milk seller, breaking away from industry norms and regulations. He recounts the challenges he faced,…