Nate on the Farm

Join Nate on an Epic Minnesota Farm Adventure

This summer our own Nate Gotlieb is traveling around Minnesota to learn about growing corn from real corn farmers. You can join in on the adventures with this six part series launching soon. Each episode will let viewers follow Nate around the state to learn about each step of the growing process and what it takes to raise a successful crop.

Season 1

Planting Corn

Nate visits with Richard Severson at his farm in Clontarf and even lends a hand planting this years crop.

Checking in on the Crop

Nate visits with Gary Prescher as the corn grows in his Delavan corn fields and learns about water management and pests.

Grain Marketing & Ethanol

Part one about how corn is marketed and turned into ethanol, featuring Brian Thalmann of Plato.

Ethanol Plant Tour

The second in a two-part series about how corn is marketed and turned into ethanol, featuring Brian Thalmann of Plato.

A New Season Coming Soon!

Take a look back at Nate’s corn farming adventures from last year and get a preview of the new upcoming season.

Season 2

Sustainable Farming

Nate spends time learning about sustainable farming practices with grower Duane Epland of Twin Lakes.

Mid Season Crop Care

Nate learns about mid season crop care and farm machinery with Brandon Fast of Mountain Lake.

Corn Harvest

Nate rides along for corn harvest and learns all about what it takes to harvest a corn crop with Jim Kanten of Milan.