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Farmer Panel: Real-World Regen Ag with Josh Nelson, John Carroll & Matt Danner | TopSoil Summit 2025

Mitchell Hora Season 9 Episode 7

One of the most talked-about sessions at the 2025 TopSoil Summit—this Farmer Panel brings together three powerhouse producers from across the ag spectrum for a raw, insightful discussion on the future of farming.

Continuum Ag’s VP of Operations, Carolyn King, moderates a dynamic conversation featuring:
🌾 Josh Nelson – A conservation-first Iowa farmer using no-till, cover crops, and alternative rotations.
🌍 John Carroll – A global ag entrepreneur building a legacy from Iowa to Brazil.
👷‍♂️ Matt Danner – A diversified operator blending corn, popcorn, soybeans, and concrete in West Central Iowa.

In this session, they dive into:
✅ The evolution and future of regenerative agriculture
✅ Opportunities in emerging carbon markets
✅ Diversifying revenue streams on the farm
✅ How Continuum Ag tools help make data-driven, profitable decisions

Whether you’re a grower, ag business, or just curious about the next wave in agriculture—this panel delivers real-world insights straight from the field.