Podcast — Hay Exports
Hay Kings: Logistics, Time, and the Future of Agricultural Exports (S8:E8)
In this episode of Hay Kings, host Jon Paul Driver is joined by Eric Wright of Portland Container to break down the complex world of logistics and how it affects hay and agricultural exports. From container shortages and tariff risks to the high cost of downtime, Eric explains why time is the most valuable—and unforgiving—resource in the freight game. This episode dives deep into the challenges and choices that shape the movement of ag products around the world.
Hay Kings: Baling the Hard Stuff (S8:E7)
What do you do when your hay gets so sugary it turns to concrete inside the baler? Stefan Hollmann joins host Jon Paul Driver to talk about high-sugar hay challenges, frost-damaged canola, and why chamber liners are a must in South Australia.
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Hay Kings: 100,000 Bales Later (S8:E6)
On this episode of the Hay Kings Podcast, host Jon Paul Driver sits down with Stefan Hollmann, a seasoned baler operator who took his skills from a family farm in Germany to the demanding fields of South Australia. Stefan shares his mastery of high-density baling in some of the world’s toughest conditions. With over 100,000 bales under his belt, Stefan offers real-world insights into machine setup, twine technology, and why pre-season maintenance is critical to success.
Hay Kings: Hay Markets, Hard Truths, and How to Adapt (S8:E5)
In this episode of the Hay Kings Podcast, Jon Paul Driver sits down with Mark Mendez of MMT Ag to explore the evolution of California’s hay market and the challenges facing dairies and forage producers. From falling demand to rising labor costs, Mendez offers grounded insight on surviving tight margins, building strong teams, and preparing the next generation for success. This is a must-listen conversation for anyone navigating the future of forage and feed.
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Hay Kings: Cover Your Assets (S7:E9)
In this Hay Kings episode, host Jon Paul Driver is joined by Nathan Beus and David Cannon of Sloan Levitt Insurance to unpack property and casualty insurance for hay producers. With deep agricultural expertise, they cover asset lists, stack limits, fire prevention policies, and real-world scenarios like custom operations and hay presses, offering strategies to avoid being under or over-insured.
Packed with insights on risk management and claim costs, this episode delivers actionable tips to help hay producers protect their investments and make informed decisions. Tune in to learn how to stack up savings and safeguard your farm.