Thirty-seven years ago, a young woman named Betsy Freese began her career as the assistant swine editor for Successful Farming magazine. She has had many more titles and duties since then, including having an industry-changing impact on the swine industry with her annual "Pork Powerhouses" reports. Today, July 1st, she is retiring. There is no doubt that Betsy has left her mark on agriculture.

Brandi Buzzard is the communications director for the Red Angus Association of America. Listen to hear what made her mad enough to start a blog many years ago, which continues to this day. She is also a rancher in Kansas, a mom, has caught the attention of the President of the United States, and wants you to feel comfortable with your food.

Time. It's what we don't have enough of, especially if you're a farmer. Michigan State Extension Health Educator Sean Knurek joins me in discussing how farmers - or anyone - can find more time for themselves. Admit it, you need a break.

The 1031 Exchange has been an economic driver for 100 years and is still one of the most powerful land transfer and ownership tools for farmers and landowners. Farm families can utilize this as a way to pass along the farm without the burden of a lot more taxes. In this episode, Successful Farming Markets Editor Mike McGinnis talks with David Brown, President and Certified Exchange Specialist with Iowa Property Exchange. Their discussion explains what the 1031 Exchange is all about, and how estate taxes and stepped up basis can be connected with the program.

Despite market fluctuations, there are some who still want to become dairy producers. In this episode, Successful Farming's Mark Moore talks with Tracey Erickson, Extension dairy field specialist with South Dakota State University, and Heather Gassner, Extension livestock business management field specialist with SDSU. Success is in the details when you're planning a dairy operation.

No longer do you have to hop in the truck and drive for miles looking for used machinery and equipment. Jodi Henke talks with Successful Farming's Dave Mowitz about best practices when buying from dealer's lots and online from auctions.

Every soybean farmer wants the secret to high yields while saving money. DeAnna Thomas talks with Cederville, Ohio soybean producer Cory Atley about his strategies, and his advice to farmers on how they can reach full yield potential.

Selling your used equipment and machinery can bring top dollar if you pay attention to detail. Jodi Henke talks with Successful Farming's Executive Machinery Editor, Dave Mowitz, on where it pays to spiff up the machine, and where it probably doesn't.

Farmers have been fighting weeds for as long as they've been planting crops. DeAnna Thomas talks with Dr. Aaron Hager at the University of Illinois about digging into past studies on weed control, and how current weather patterns are altering the plans of attack.

The Weed Science Society of America is a non-profit, scientific organization that's working hard to understand and eliminate the pesky weeds in your fields. Successful Farming's Jodi Henke is talking with Lee Van Wychen, Executive Director of Science Policy for the WSSA. He discusses the organization's latest priorities in weed control, current research and future endeavors. Lee also debunks a couple popular weed myths that drive him crazy.