Joseph Boehm
Co-Host, Ag & Culture Podcast · The Question Asker
Joseph is the voice on the other side of the mic — the one asking the questions growers are thinking but don't always know how to phrase. He makes soil science feel like a conversation, not a lecture.
Co-host of the Ag & Culture Podcast
Asks the questions growers are actually thinking
Translates complex soil science into everyday language
Part of Southland's marketing team
The power of the right question
Every good podcast needs someone willing to say, 'Wait, back up — explain that like I'm standing in my yard.' On the Ag & Culture Podcast, that someone is Joseph Boehm.
Joseph co-hosts alongside Mike Usry, and his role is deceptively important. Mike brings decades of soil science expertise and industry relationships. Joseph brings the curiosity. He asks the follow-up question. He pushes for the practical takeaway. He makes sure the conversation stays grounded in what a grower can actually do with the information.
That dynamic works because Joseph genuinely cares about getting it right. He's not just filling airtime — he's thinking about the listener who's driving to a job site or walking chicken houses and needs something useful, not theoretical.
The result is a podcast that doesn't feel like a monologue. It feels like two people figuring things out together — which is exactly what it is.
What Joseph brings to the mic
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A natural curiosity that pulls practical insights out of technical conversations
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The willingness to say 'I don't understand' so the listener doesn't have to
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A conversational style that keeps complex topics accessible and engaging
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A genuine interest in agriculture that goes deeper than just content creation
My job is to be the person in the room who isn’t afraid to ask the ‘dumb’ question. Turns out, there’s always someone listening who was thinking the same thing.
Podcast Episodes with Joseph
From Backyard to Commercial: Scaling Soil Health
Soil health principles are the same whether you have a backyard or a thousand-acre operation. Mike Usry explains how to scale soil conditioning from small to commercial.
Healthy Soil Starts at Home: Lawn & Garden Soil Conditioning
Your lawn and garden are only as healthy as the soil underneath them. Mike Usry shares practical soil conditioning tips for homeowners and backyard growers.
Carbon: The Most Misunderstood Element in Agriculture
Carbon is the foundation of all life, but it's the most overlooked element in modern agriculture. Mike Usry explains why carbon matters more than any other input.
Why Your Fertilizer Isn't Working (And What to Do Instead)
You're spending money on fertilizer, but your results aren't improving. Mike Usry explains the soil biology reasons your inputs fail and what to fix first.
Humic vs. Fulvic: The Difference That Actually Matters
Everyone talks about humic and fulvic acid, but most people can't explain the difference. Mike Usry breaks down what each one actually does in your soil and why it matters for your results.
The Invisible Economy Under Your Feet
Most farmers manage what they can see—but 90% of plant health happens underground. Mike Usry explains the hidden microbial economy that determines whether your inputs work or waste money.
Meet the Team
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Mike Usry
Founder & CEO
With years of experience in humate deposits and soil biology, Mike brings practical knowledge from the field to every conversation. He founded Southland Organics to create sustainable solutions that work with nature, not against it.
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Karin Usry
Co-Founder & Chief of Staff
As co-founder and Chief of Staff, Karin manages operations, human relations, accounts receivable, customer service, and more. She's the person behind the scenes making sure everything at Southland Organics actually works.
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Allen Reynolds
Vice President & Director of Operations
Allen serves as Vice President and Director of Operations, overseeing poultry development and ensuring our products reach the growers who need them most.
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