In this episode, we feature Tony Reed (@growincorn2020), a first-generation farmer, and Jackson (@justajacksonthing), a young farming enthusiast. We learn about the latest in Tony's journey while Jackson shares his love for tractors, social media fame, and how he combines farming with fun.
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Tony & Jackson start at about the 14 minute mark
In this episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we feature two social media farming sensations: Tony Reed (@growincorn2020) and Jackson (@justajacksonthing).
Tony Reed, a first-generation farmer and host of the "Straight Forward Farming Podcast," shares his journey from working on custom wheat harvests to farming for himself. We also explore the Tony Reed Scholarship, which supports students attending trade schools, and Tony’s candid thoughts on current farming. His deep connections with followers, many of whom send him letters and gifts, reflect the influence he's had in the farming community.
Next, we introduce Jackson, an 8-year-old from Indiana who has become TikTok-famous for his love of tractors and farming. With help from his mom, Jessica, who runs his social media accounts, Jackson shares his passion for tractors, including his favorites like the John Deere 430 and his "just for fun" 1970 John Deere 112. Homeschooled with farming integrated into his lessons, Jackson is a true farm enthusiast with a love for history.