Farm4Profit Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with the team behind Performance Livestock Analytics, the creators of Performance Beef and Cattle Krush — two powerful tools designed to help feedlot and cow-calf producers move from reactive to proactive management.
Founded in 2015 in Ames, Iowa, acquired by Zoetis in 2020, and then returning to independence in 2023, Performance Livestock Analytics has grown into a platform trusted by over 4,000 producers, managing more than 5 million head of cattle, with an incredible 96% retention rate.
We break down:
• What a true “Producer Ecosystem” looks like
• Why relationships between producers, advisors, nutritionists, bankers, and partners matter more than ever
• How digital feed management helps track rations, delivery, and inventory in real time
• The importance of automatic cost-of-gain tracking — and why guessing can cost you thousands
• Health and treatment logging that’s mobile and simple
• Marketing tools that prepare you before buyers ever show up
• Seamless integrations with Bluetooth scales, feed trucks, and QuickBooks
• How Cattle Krush pulls real-time CBOT data to calculate live breakevens at auction
And we tackle the bigger picture:
In today’s environment, profitability isn’t just about working harder — it’s about having better information.
When your dashboard shows cost of gain, projected profit, market swings, and feed efficiency all in one place, decisions get clearer.

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In this episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we sit down with Tom Corcoran, better known online as Farming Sumbitch, a first-generation farmer from rural western New York who has built something truly special — both online and in real life.
Tom shares the story behind the SUMBITCH Tractor Show (Some Unique Machines Brought In To Commemorate History), an annual August event hosted on his family’s farm that now draws visitors from across the U.S. — and even internationally. What began in 2018 as a small idea has grown into a show featuring 150+ tractors, tractor rides, hay rides, live music, food, and a mission much bigger than machinery.
The show raises money to support the fight against Alzheimer’s disease, a cause close to Tom’s heart after his father-in-law battled the disease. In 2024 alone, the event raised over $40,000, proving that agriculture still has the power to bring people together for something bigger than itself.
We also dive into:
Tom’s journey as a first-generation farmer, starting independently in 2010
What it’s really like farming corn, wheat, rye, black beans, and pumpkins in New York
Why old iron still matters — including shelling corn with a 3-row picker and running classic John Deere equipment
The growth of his “The Way We Farm” YouTube channel and why showing real farming still resonates
How social media helped connect a small farm to a global audience
Why preserving ag history matters just as much as adopting new technology
This episode is about more than tractors. It’s about honoring where agriculture came from, sharing real farm life, and using your platform — no matter how small it starts — to make a real impact.

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In an industry driven by razor-thin margins, volatile markets, and rising input costs, mid-market cattle producers often face a simple truth: expertise matters more than luck.
In this episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we welcome Todd Drake, CEO of Balance4Ward — a company dedicated to helping cattle feeders break out of the “daily grind” and build intentional, profitable, and sustainable operations. Balance4Ward is built on decades of real-world cattle feeding experience and a mission to empower producers with both strategy and execution.
Todd shares:
Balance4Ward’s origin story — how hands-on cattle feeding experience led to solutions for mid-market feeders rather than generic advice.
Why traditional cattle feeding models leave producers chasing short-term wins instead of building long-term strength.
How the company developed Cattle Business Systems — a transparent, coaching-based approach where producers have access to expert guidance, custom planning, and monthly check-ins.
What practical value advisory and coaching adds — from back office clarity to production decisions that preserve margins and unlock profit potential.
Why Balance4Ward combines data, people, and experience into a system that lets feeders call the shots, rather than follow generic prescription models.
The evolution of the company into feed delivery, ration formulation, onsite consulting, blended feed, and strategic coaching designed to help operations compete with the biggest players.
Whether you’re an established feeder or a producer looking to scale smarter, Todd’s insights show why a systematic, coachable approach — not guesswork — is what it takes to thrive long-term.

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From copper wire and irrigation pumps to fencing and remote electrical systems, thieves are targeting farms more aggressively than ever — driven by rising metal prices and the reality that rural law enforcement is stretched thin.
We dig into:
Why agricultural crime is surging across the U.S.
What thieves are stealing most — and why farms are uniquely vulnerable
The true cost of theft beyond scrap value (downtime, crop loss, repairs, and missed irrigation)
Why traditional tools like trail cameras and motion lights often fail in remote areas
How new technology is shifting security from reactive to proactive
Bobby also shares how real-time theft detection systems like COP-R-LOCK can pinpoint theft instantly, trigger on-site alarms, and provide alerts fast enough to actually stop criminals before the damage is done.
With repair costs ranging from $20,000 to $90,000, this conversation is about more than stolen copper — it’s about protecting your farm’s productivity, infrastructure, and long-term resilience.

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In this episode of Farm4Profit, we sit down with Lance Weaver, a Texas native, former ag banker, and now business coach with Legacy Farmer, to talk about what really happens behind the scenes in agricultural lending — and what farmers need to understand to protect their operations.
After earning degrees in Ag Business and Ag Economics and spending over a decade in ag finance, Lance reached a breaking point. Despite good intentions, he realized the system wasn’t built to serve farmers the way they thought it was.
We dig into:
The moment Lance said, “I can’t do this anymore as a banker”
Why loan officers don’t always have your back in loan committee meetings
Red flags in both farm financials and bank relationships
Why balance sheets, cash flow, and production knowledge must align
The danger of confusing bank renewals with actual profitability
How farmers can start thinking — and operating — like CEOs of multimillion-dollar businesses
What Legacy Farmer does differently to help producers build clarity, structure, and long-term resilience
This episode challenges farmers to take ownership of their numbers, their leadership role, and their future — because the bank will always protect its own interests, but your farm needs someone protecting yours.

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