Legacy of Agriculture: Vicky Bail

December 17, 2023 5:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair and special guest Vicky Bail on this week's episode of the Legacy of Agriculture. Vicky Bail's story is the type that led to the creation of the show, one that is filled with perseverance in the face of insurmountable obstacles. Vicky faced the unexpected tragedy of the loss of her husband, Brandon Bail. With his passing, Vicky found herself at the head of a ranch. She successfully crafted a business plan that included the rearrangement of capital and resources. Her wor...

Legacy of Agriculture: Andy Mrnak and Tim Peters

December 09, 2023 5:00 PM

In this special episode of the Legacy of Agriculture, Andy Mrnak and Tim Peters, head auctioneer and land manager respectively, sit down with Chris Bair to deliver a land market report. They go in depth on recent sales, the continuing utility of the Pifer's hybrid auction platform, and how land management pairs the best possible renter with a land owner. Andy Mrnak also touches on mineral rights, a rapidly devolping piece of the land market. Tune in to learn about the state of land values at the...

Legacy of Agriculture: Dr. Patrick Jones 2

December 02, 2023 5:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair and returning guest Dr. Patrick Jones on this week's episode of the Legacy of Agriculture. Dr. Jones returns to go further in depth with how an interest in herbal medicine has helped him assist livestock of all shapes and sizes. Using a blend of medication and natural remedies, Dr. Jones has saved animal lives throughout his local area. Today he shares his decades of expertise as well as how curiosity and family have helped him build a wonderful legacy. Thank you for jo...

Legacy of Agriculture: The Bair Family

November 28, 2023 3:00 PM

On this special Holiday Episode of the Legacy of Agriculture, your host Chris Bair records from Idaho with his children. They discuss the traditions that have shaped their family and how agriculture relates to their lives, as well as the many blessings they have to be thankful for. The Legacy of Agriculture is proud to promote family values and gratefulness this holiday season. Have a happy Thanksgiving, a Merry Christmas, and a blessed New Year!...

Legacy of Agriculture: Josh Erickson

November 18, 2023 5:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair and returning guest Josh Erickson for this week's episode of the Legacy of Agriculture. Chris and Josh discuss the internal combustion engine, its origins in pre-industrial society, and the factors that led to its widespread adoption. Few inventions have had such a dramatic effect on the nature of farming or on society as a whole. Thank you for joining us....

Legacy of Agriculture: Kyle Waller Market Report

November 13, 2023 6:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair and special guest Kyle Waller, equipment sales representative for Pifer's Auction and Realty. In this special episode, Kyle and Chris discuss the state of the agriculture market today.  Tune in to hear about land values, commodity prices, and how fluctuating markets affect the auction industry. ...

Legacy of Agriculture: Kevin Pifer 2

November 04, 2023 4:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair and returning guest Kevin Pifer, founder and CEO of show sponsor Pifer's Auction and Realty. Chris and Kevin put together decades of experience in the auction industry to discuss estate planning. Many people put off thinking of estate planning because they fear it will be difficult or time consuming. Kevin describes the first steps a person can take to secure a future for the wealth built up over a lifetime of work. By demystifying this process, he hopes to give people ...

Legacy of Agriculture: Dr. Patrick Jones

October 28, 2023 4:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair, co-host Carolena Bair, and special guest Dr. Patrick Jones. Dr. Jones's life began in town rather than in the field, but having grown up in Iowa, he was no stranger to agriculture. His childhood experiences with farmers in the area led him to a career in animal care. Patrick didn't just want to study theory in college. He wanted to apply it in operations around the country. Patrick runs a small Vet Clinic in Idaho with his large family, where he has passed on a legacy ...

Legacy of Agriculture: Gary Sparks

October 21, 2023 4:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair, guest co-host Carolena Bair, and special guest Gary Sparks, owner of Nyssa Tractor and Implement. Located out of Nyssa, Oregon, Gary's large 40-acre Agricultural Parts Yard has supplied necessary parts to clients as far away as Australia and Holland. This yard is the largest operation of its kind in the Northwestern United States. With 35 years of experience in the salvage business, Gary brings a unique perspective to the agriculture industry. Hear his amazing story as...

Legacy of Agriculture: John Pierce

October 14, 2023 4:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair and special guest John Pierce on this weeks episode of the Legacy of Agriculture. John Pierce's story is one of variety, a lifetime spent in many different fields. When his family farm fell on hard times after the sudden death of a relative, John had to learn early in life which difficult choices were his to make. Through hard work and perseverance, he crafted a long career in fundraising for Concordia College, where he used the skills that agriculture gave him for deca...

Legacy of Agriculture: Jerry Oster

October 07, 2023 4:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair and special guest Jerry Oster as they discuss the WNAX Radio station. For the last century, the WNAX AM Radio Station in Yankton, SD has provided essential market reports and weather updates to the region. Jerry discusses the history of WNAX through the crisis of the 1980s in agriculture and beyond. His dedication to listeners has helped farmers around the midwest in the cab of the tractor and at the market....

Legacy of Agriculture: Barry Grossenburg 2

September 30, 2023 4:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair and returning guest Barry Grossenburg as they discuss the Cattleman's Blizzard, its effect on the beef market, and the changing technology of today. ...

Legacy of Agriculture: Chris Bair

September 23, 2023 4:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair as he discusses the history of the auction industry and how auctions have changed with technology. Chris Bair has decades of experience in the Auction Industry and has watched the changes like internet bidding transform how farmers buy and sell machinery. Thank you for joining us....

Legacy of Agriculture: Kyle Waller

September 16, 2023 4:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair and special guest Kyle Waller, equipment sales representative. Kyle and Chris discuss the origin of the combine, a machine that has shaped agriculture for the passed century. By combining several steps of the harvest process, this machine has changed the very nature of farming. ...

Legacy of Agriculture: Andy Mrnak

September 09, 2023 4:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair and special guest Andy Mrnak, rancher, auctioneer, and broker associate for Pifer's Auction and Realty out of Bowman, ND. Andy's family has ranched for decades in North Dakota, a legacy he was proud to uphold as he moved into a professional career. Andy discusses grades of beef, the reason to choose a breed of cattle, and his experiences in agriculture around the Midwest. His legacy is one of family values, curiosity, and a passion for the life that keeps the nation fed...

Legacy of Agriculture: Kevin Pifer

September 02, 2023 4:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair and special guest Kevin Pifer as they discuss the advent of Pifer's Auction and Realty, the sponsor of the Legacy of Agriculture. Kevin Pifer's company has grown from a two-man operation into one of the most successful auction companies in the United States today. His legacy is one of continuing hard work, striving for perfection, and the belief that anything worth doing is worth doing right....

Legacy of Agriculture: Michael Bair and Josh Erickson

August 30, 2023 9:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair, guest host Michael Bair, and Josh Erickson as they discuss the history of barbed wire.  Barbed wire helped shape agriculture in the Midwest, and has far-reaching effects in the industry. Today the discussion follows the advent of a small invention through its large contributions in agriculture....

Legacy of Agriculture: Dan Stahl

August 30, 2023 7:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair and special guest Dan Stahl, lifetime farmer and ag producer. Dan Stahl's experience is earned through years of hard work, dedication, and honesty. He and his family have farmed the same ground for generations. Today he explores the legacy built from decades of planting and harvesting in the state of South Dakota....

Legacy of Agriculture: Jeff Polk

August 17, 2023 5:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair and special guest Jeff Polk, auctioneer and entrepreneur. Jeff's family have auctioneered for decades. As he joined the implement and auction industry, Jeff learned the ropes by building his own business and building quality relationships. Today he explains the process of building a great business. Jeff's legacy is based on personal connections and personal integrity. ...

Legacy of Agriculture: Barry Grossenburg

August 05, 2023 4:00 PM

Join your host Chris Bair and special guest Barry Grossenburg, owner of Grossenburg Implement. The Grossenburg family has grown from selling individual tractors to multiple service and sales facilities throughout the Midwest. As a fourth generation John Deere dealership owner, Barry's legacy is one of hard work, persistence, and keeping the family in a family business. ...

Legacy of Agriculture: An Introduction

July 28, 2023 4:00 PM

A brief description of the Legacy of Agriculture...