Whole Grain

Episodes

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  When Conditions Change: Troubleshooting Grain Drying in the Real World 29.09.2026 30m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. What do you do when yesterday’s dryer settings aren’t producing today’s results? When incoming moisture suddenly jumps, discharge moisture starts bouncing, fuel use increases, or harvest pressure has everyone asking for more capacity? In Part 2 of this special Whole Grain Podcast grain-drying series, host Jim Lenz continues the conversation with Rodie Jelleberg, Grain Dr...
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  Beyond the Setpoint: Making Better Grain Drying Decisions During Harvest 29.09.2026 58m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. Grain drying isn’t simply about reaching a target moisture level. It’s about knowing what to watch, recognizing when conditions change, and making the right adjustments without creating new problems. In Part 1 of this two-part Whole Grain Podcast series, host Jim Lenz talks with Rodie Jelleberg, Grain Drying Manager at Superior Grain Equipment, about what experienced ope...
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  From Data to Decisions: How AI Is Transforming Decision Making in Grain Operations 03.09.2026 46m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. Guest: Shail Khiyara, CEO of SWARM Engineering Host: Jim Lenz | GEAPS Whole Grain Podcast What if one of the biggest challenges facing a grain operation isn't a lack of data — but the gap between having information and knowing what to do with it? Every day, grain professionals make decisions that affect safety, grain quality, throughput, efficiency, and profitability. At...
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  Before the Railcar Leaves: Track Inspection, Protection, and Rail Safety in Grain Operations 28.07.2026 54m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. What happens after a railcar leaves your facility? For most of us, it's easy to think our responsibility ends once the paperwork is complete, the railcar is loaded, and it's released onto the track. But that's really where the journey begins. That railcar may travel hundreds of miles across the country, passing through neighborhoods, schools, businesses, and communities ...
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  Seeing What You've Been Missing: How Modern Inspection Technology is Transforming Grain Facilities 16.06.2026 37m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. What if you could uncover hidden risks, assess facility conditions more accurately, and make smarter maintenance decisions—without disrupting operations? In an industry where safety, reliability, and uptime are critical, understanding the true condition of your facility can be challenging. Many grain facilities contain hard-to-access areas, aging infrastructure, and hidd...
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  Mission Continues: Veterans Building Careers in the Grain Industry 14.05.2026 35m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. Hosted by Jim Lenz, Director of Global Education and Training at GEAPS, this episode of the Whole Grain Podcast explores how military experience translates into meaningful careers in the grain handling and processing industry. A lot of veterans don’t struggle with work ethic—they struggle with direction. When the uniform comes off, the mission and the built-in team can d...
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  Designing Grain Facilities That Last: Lessons from the Field 20.04.2026 40m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. Designing a grain facility is one of the most critical—and infrequent—decisions in grain handling and processing operations. The choices made during planning, layout, and construction can impact efficiency, safety, and long-term performance for decades. In this episode of the Whole Grain Podcast, Jim Lenz, Director of Global Education and Training at GEAPS, is joined by ...
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  The Modern Grain Facility: Markets, Risk, and the Systems That Make It Work 16.02.2026 39m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. Across the grain industry, facility leaders are navigating a level of uncertainty we haven’t seen in years. Volatile commodity markets. Weather extremes. Labor shortages. Tighter margins. Rising expectations around safety, uptime, and quality. In this episode of the Whole Grain Podcast, host Jim Lenz sits down with Matt Koch, Chief Marketing Officer at Sukup Manufacturin...
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  GEAPS Exchange 2026: More Than a Trade Show — Education, Innovation, and Connections That Move Our Industry Forward 20.01.2026 27m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. GEAPS Exchange 2026: What to Expect — and How to Get the Most Value Every year, there’s one time when the global grain community gathers in one place to learn, connect, and solve real-world challenges together. In this special episode, Jim Lenz is joined by Bob Horvat, current GEAPS Board President, to spotlight GEAPS Exchange 2026—the premier event in the grain and grai...
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  Helping Grain Customers Do More with Less: Real Value in Real Time 22.12.2025 18m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. In this episode of the Whole Grain Podcast, host Jim Lenz, Director of Global Education and Training at GEAPS, talks with Kyle Dixon, Vice President of Sales at IBT Industrial Solutions, about how grain facilities can do more with less—while improving reliability, uptime, and long-term value. Kyle brings a rare perspective, having served as an IBT sales rep, regional man...
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  What Does a Test Tell You? How Sampling and Testing Protect Grain Safety and Quality 23.11.2025 31m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. In this episode of the Whole Grain Podcast, host Jim Lenz, Director of Global Education and Training at GEAPS, sits down with Dr. Gretchen Mosher, Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering at Iowa State University. Dr. Mosher is a nationally recognized expert on grain quality, measurement systems, and safety management — and her res...
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  Temporary Storage – Is Your System Ready? 03.11.2025 37m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. Temporary Storage – Is Your System Ready? Temporary storage plays a critical role in grain operations—but it comes with unique challenges, risks, and costs that must be carefully managed. In this episode, 40-year industry veteran Bob Marlow shares hard-earned lessons, success strategies, technologies improving temporary storage, and a practical framework for evaluating w...
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  Lower Costs, Cleaner Air, Bigger Demand: Geoff Cooper on California’s E15 Breakthrough 30.09.2025 49m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. California is on the verge of legalizing E15 fuel for the first time after the legislature unanimously passed Assembly Bill 30. In this episode of the Whole Grain Podcast, Jim Lenz, Director of Global Education and Training at GEAPS, talks with Geoff Cooper, President & CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA), about how persistence, coalition-building, and strat...
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  Right-Sizing, Reliability, and ROI — Smarter Equipment Choices for Grain Facilities 12.09.2025 26m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. What does 50 years in the grain industry teach you about smarter equipment decisions? Today’s guest, Jeff Schwab, knows the answer firsthand. Jeff began his career at just 15 years old, working night shifts at a local mill while finishing high school. After completing a Vo-Tech program in drafting and design, he spent decades shaping the grain industry—first as a draftsm...
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  Connecting People, Building Leaders- How Scott Brittingham Champions Growth in the Grain Industry 08.08.2025 30m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. Scott Brittingham doesn't just recruit members to GEAPS—he builds community by forging meaningful connections that last a lifetime. As the organization's top recruiter for six of the last seven years, his approach reveals profound insights about leadership, mentorship, and the future of the grain industry. Starting his journey at just 14 years old sweeping floors at his...
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  Plug In and Grow: GEAPS’ No-Cost Internship Companion Program 25.07.2025 13m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. Internships are more than just short-term work experiences—they’re the first step in building a future-ready workforce. In this episode of the Whole Grain Podcast, host Jim Lenz and Betsy Polis, Sr. Director of Projects and Events, introduces GEAPS' NextGen Path—a free, flexible internship companion program designed to enrich intern experiences at grain facilities and su...
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  Port Pressures: Navigating Grain Facility Challenges with Smart Equipment Solutions 08.07.2025 39m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. Port Pressures: Navigating Grain Facility Challenges with Smart Equipment Solutions Sponsored by AGI – Ag Growth International In this episode of the Whole Grain Podcast, host Jim Lenz, Director of Global Training and Education at GEAPS, is joined by Justin Paterson of AGI (Ag Growth International) to dive into the modern-day challenges faced by grain port facilities — ...
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  Grain for the Glass: What Bourbon Distillers Expect from Grain Handlers 10.06.2025 36m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. In this episode of the Whole Grain podcast, we’re heading deep into bourbon country—to the rolling hills of Loretto, Kentucky — where time meets tradition, and grain quality isn’t just important... it’s everything. Today, we’re pouring a glass of something a little different. We bring in two outstanding guests inn to today’s show, both of Peterson Farms in Kentucky...
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  E15, Ethanol, and the Future of Agriculture: What’s Next, Why It Matters, and How Congress Can Help 09.05.2025 28m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. Emily Skor, CEO of Growth Energy, joins Jim Lenz, Director of Education and Training at GEAPS, to share a powerful vision for expanding ethanol markets through permanent E15 access — and the tremendous impact it would have on the grain industry. The recent EPA summer waiver for E15 marks a significant victory, but Emily explains why congressional action is essential to m...
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  Sukup Manufacturing and the Future of Grain Storage: A Conversation with Brent Hansen 28.04.2025 38m

  Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. Episode Summary: In this episode of The Whole Grain Podcast, host Jim Lenz welcomes Brent Hansen, Commercial Accounts Manager for Sukup Manufacturing Co., for a fascinating discussion on the evolution and future of grain storage. From the humble beginnings of smaller grain bins to today’s towering structures designed for massive operations, Brent shares expert insights o...