Eric Reed, also known as @TheCropCritic, a first-generation farmer from Tennessee. Eric shares his journey from farming with his wife’s family on their cotton farm to expanding his operation across Tennessee and Alabama. We talk about his high-yield successes, including winning multiple National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) and state soybean contests—with some jaw-dropping numbers.
Eric Reed, also known as @TheCropCritic, a first-generation farmer from Tennessee. Eric shares his journey from farming with his wife’s family on their cotton farm to expanding his operation to 1,500 acres of cotton, corn, and soybeans across Tennessee and Alabama. We dive into his high-yield successes, including winning multiple National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) and state soybean contests—with some jaw-dropping numbers. Eric talks about the challenges and strategies of maximizing yields on a budget, working with both red and green equipment, and how family and tradition play a role in his farm’s story. We also discuss the Elora Cotton Gin, built by his wife’s grandfather in 1972, and how the family continues to run it today. Tune in to hear Eric’s insights on pushing yield limits, balancing farm life, and making the most of every acre.