In this episode of Breaking Barriers, record-yield growers and Total Acre founders Randy Dowdy and David Hula unpack the real-world factors affecting today's farmers — from weather-related yield challenges to strategic use of cover crops. David discusses how unexpected late-season weather shifted corn hybrid plot results, while Tim Woodward shares how Southern growers are battling hard ground and low market prices during peanut and cotton harvests. The team also explores the impact of limited competition in ag markets and how it affects grower profitability.

Breaking Barriers with R&D: Navigating weather challenges and the importance of crop insurance
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Breaking Barriers with R&D: Profit First Thinking in an Unpredictable Farm Economy
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Breaking Barriers with R&D: Laying the Groundwork for a Profitable 2026
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