Rawlco Radio: Harvest Starts Now, AGI Shares Readiness Tips

Harvest success isn't determined when the crop comes off the field. It starts weeks earlier with the decisions farmers make about grain storage, drying, handling and equipment readiness. 

During a special series of live interviews from Ag in Motion 2026, AGI experts joined Rawlco Radio host Mark Loshack (650 CKOM) to discuss the practical steps farmers can take now to prepare for one of the most demanding seasons of the year. The conversations combined decades of industry experience, product innovation and real-world advice designed to help producers improve efficiency, reduce downtime and protect grain quality.

Brent "Woody" Woodcock 

From Prototype to Product: A Look Inside AGI 

What does the journey from concept to customer look like?  Brent "Woody" Woodcock pulls back AGI's curtain on product development, sharing stories behind prototype equipment, early test models, and the crucial role farmers play in the evolution of some of AGI's most successful grain handling solutions. Drawing on years of experience with farmers and equipment dealers, Woodcock discusses how customer feedback allows AGI to transform ideas into practical yard solutions for real-farm challenges.

 

Brian Bateman 

Celebrating 30 from Field to Future 

As AGI marks its 30th anniversary, Brian Bateman reflects on the company's journey from its beginnings to becoming a global provider of agricultural infrastructure and technology solutions. 

Bateman highlights key milestones that have shaped AGI's growth over three decades while reinforcing the company's ongoing commitment to serving farmers, ag retailers and commercial operators. The discussion explores how AGI continues to evolve alongside agriculture to develop solutions that help customers move, store, condition and monitor crops more efficiently from field to future.

Warren Shimko

Before Harvest, Begin at the Bin

Storage gives farmers the ability to hold grain longer when market conditions are tight. That’s why bin maintenance really matters. Warren Shimko says following bin basics in maintenance goes a long way to protecting this fall's crops. He shares practical tips for preparing grain bins and aeration systems ahead of harvest. Early prep prevents costly post-harvest issues. 

 

Ron Klueskens

Don't Let the Dryer Derail Harvest

When harvest is in full swing, unplanned downtime can be costly. Ron Klueskens says one of the most important pre-season tasks in the farmyard is dryer maintenance. He walks listeners through key inspection and maintenance checks that help to identify potential issues before harvest. His tips focus on helping farmers improve reliability, reduce downtime and ensure their drying systems are ready to perform.

Kyle Greene

Flexible Grain Handling Meets Harvest Challenges

Moving grain efficiently is critical during harvest, and flexibility often makes the difference. Kyle Greene highlights AGI's diverse portable conveyor lineup, including gas-powered models designed to provide additional mobility and convenience around the farm. Greene says portable conveying solutions can help farmers manage grain movement in the field and around the yard while adapting to changing harvest conditions. 

 

Ryan Campion

Here's the Readiness Checklist You Need

Preparation is one of the most effective tools farmers have for achieving a successful harvest. Ryan Campion shares his top checklist that farmers should consider in the weeks leading up to harvest. From equipment inspections and maintenance planning to operational readiness and contingency planning, Campion gives practical strategies for reducing risk and minimizing unexpected interruptions.