What will the yields look like with the dry summer heat? On this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies, hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama are joined by returning guest and fan favorite, Aaron Bledsoe. If you’ve been around The High Ground very long, you already know Aaron is the Grain Merchandiser for Premier Companies, and he’s the best person around to answer that question.

Aaron, Sal, and Jeff tackle a variety of topics including the recent WASDE (World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates) Report and current grain markets including recent construction projects and the struggle some of the midwest has with soybean yields. The Bledsoe dictionary also makes an appearance to help us understand what the “basis” is and why it can be positive or negative. Aaron will also explain the variety of tools available to help the grower work through their options if they have a yield that exceeds their on-farm storage including locking in a basis and DP (delayed pricing). “I’d rather be proactive right now than kicking that can down the road.”

Have you ever heard a podcast recorded from a combine? Today you will! Returning and special guest Glenn Longabaugh joins hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama from the field. Glenn is a fan favorite and the Agronomist for Premier Companies.

In addition to discussing highly important topics like their favorite ice cream, Glenn, Sal, and Jeff will dive into a variety of topics associated with the harvest season. Glenn will share how he handled drainage issues on a field he farms but doesn’t own and the end results of the adjustments he made. You’ll also learn about Glenn’s thoughts regarding preparing a field with cover crops and various ways to improve your land. “To me, it’s all about making the best acres better.”

“Worst start to a podcast ever!” Hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama are joined by returning guest Brian Scheid for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. Jeff and Sal better watch what they say, because Brian is the Director of HR, and Environmental Health and Safety.

On today’s episode, you’ll learn a lot about the Human Resources side of Premier Companies. With around 550 people in a company, there’s a lot to juggle, from recruiting and onboarding to payroll and benefits. Brian and his team have a lot on their plate! Brian, Jeff, and Sal will share about the turnover they’ve seen across departments and the generational makeup of their staff and the safety component of Brian’s role, including wild safety stories! We’ll leave it up to you as to whether or not it’s actually the worst start to a podcast episode.