The HIGH GROUND
The Latest Episode Recaps.
January 8, 2023
It’s another Employee Spotlight! Hosts Sal Sama and Ryan Priest are joined by the co-op baby, Drew Allen, for this episode of The High Ground, powered by Premier Companies
December 29, 2022
“Everyone in ag in this state is just begging for labor.” On this episode of The High Ground, powered by Premier Companies, David Harrell joins Ryan Priest and Sal Sama in the studio.
December 19, 2022
What’s causing the increasing beef prices? You’ve heard what the commercials say, but what type of beef is really the best?
December 13, 2022
Ryan, Sal, and Aaron discuss the production and yield estimates, how the crop in Illinois and Iowa affect the market, the various uses for corn domestically, and why most of our beans are exported.
December 6, 2022
This six-foot fully-autonomous Solix robot might draw a crowd next year, especially if you slap a deer stand on it! On this episode of The High Ground, powered by Premier Companies, Sal Sama and Ryan Priest are joined in the studio by Taylor Wetli who is the U.S. Sales and Business Development Manager at Solinftec.
November 29, 2022
This six-foot fully-autonomous Solix robot might draw a crowd next year, especially if you slap a deer stand on it! On this episode of The High Ground, powered by Premier Companies, Sal Sama and Ryan Priest are joined in the studio by Taylor Wetli who is the U.S. Sales and Business Development Manager at Solinftec.
November 22, 2022
Sal, Ryan, and the team spent some time reflecting on the last year, and how the company has been able to do well despite the labor challenges and supply constraints.
November 15, 2022
What do GloFish, the Impossible Burger, and seedless blackberries have in common? Dr. Plaut knows! Sal Sama and Ryan Priest are joined by Dr. Karen Plaut on this episode of The High Ground, powered by Premier Companies to demystify GMOs.
November 8, 2022
As the old saying says, “You plant in the dust, and the bins will bust.” Returning guest, Glenn Longabaugh, stopped out in the field to join hosts Sal Sama and Ryan Priest for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.
November 1, 2022
Aaron, Sal, and Ryan will shed light on a variety of hot topics including what’s happening on the Ohio and Mississippi rivers, potential issues with the rails, and why grain elevators are backing up.
October 25, 2022
“When your owners are your customers, you get special treatment.” On this episode of The High Ground, powered by Premier Companies, Ryan Priest and Sal Sama are joined by two special guests, Mark Canary and Brad Chesnek to dig into the global supply chain disruptions.
October 20, 2022
Thinking about getting into livestock? Ryan Batt, Facility Manager at United Producers, joins Sal Sama and Ryan Priest on this episode of The High Ground, powered by Premier Companies.
October 12, 2022
Are you a grower considering trying out a new product, but you’re worried about the learning curve? You might want to consider Winfield United’s Advanced Acre Rx plan.
October 4, 2022
How many jugs of cheese balls does Premier Companies need for a company retreat? Sal Sama and Ryan Priest are joined by Eric Hoene to answer that question and more on this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.
September 29, 2022
Vampire deer, toxins, and mummy worms, oh my! There’s no one better to teach us about them than Glenn! Glenn Longabaugh is back in the studio to join Sal Sama and Ryan Priest for another episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies!
September 21, 2022
Are you already starting to think ahead to the 2023 buying season and curious what your options are to lock into interest rates and capitalize on discounts?
September 13, 2022
Have you ever wondered how we get the fertilizers that go on the fields? Wonder no more! On this episode of The High Ground, powered by Premier Companies, hosts Ryan Priest and Sal Sama are joined by Scott Sharp, Vice President of Crop Nutrients and Operations at Premier Companies.
September 7, 2022
Are you curious about the World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) Report and recent crop tours? Would you like to speculate alongside Ryan and Sal? On this episode of The High Ground, powered by Premier Companies, hosts Ryan Priest and Sal Sama are joined by returning guest, Aaron Bledsoe.