Ag Solutions Network

12/22/2025

Join Ag Solutions Network at the 2026 No-Till Farmer Conference coming up January 6-9.

Many farmers rely too heavily on inputs and tillage, not realizing the toll — eroded soils, polluted waterways and strained communities, says Monte Bottens. The Cambridge, Ill., no-tiller and AgEmerge Podcast host unpacks the concept of “Principles-First Farming,” evaluating practices through 5 soil health principles to reduce 5 common excesses. “It’s about rethinking our approach for healthier land and stronger profits, not just maintaining the status quo,” Bottens says.

The 2024 NNTC Most Outstanding Speaker shares actionable insights on how “less can be more” with no-till and details how all attendees can step up and make a difference.

You’ll Learn: 5 practices to scale back on, how soil health principles shape smarter choices & the off-farm benefits of this paradigm shift.

➡️ View the full program and register now » https://www.no-tillfarmer.com/nntc-register

12/19/2025

As the holidays rush in, we hope you're enjoying a great team gathering, farmer meeting or conference session—celebrating the wins, reflecting on opportunities for growth, and looking ahead with peace and excitement for doing even better, together.

Our team took a much-needed pause to recharge with the incredible, farm-fresh deliciousness from Grateful Graze and Bottens Family Farm.

12/16/2025

Timeless wisdom meets timely momentum.
We’re throwing it back to one of the standout moments from AgEmerge Podcast Episode 100 — our epic 3-hour masterclass with soil health legend Gabe Brown sharing all about Brown's Ranch. In this powerful segment, Gabe and Monte dive deep into the real challenges of transitioning to regenerative systems: building profitable markets, thoughtful succession planning, and running a thriving ranch.

We’re revisiting a timeless highlight from AgEmerge Podcast Episode 100 — our 3-hour masterclass, recorded in 2023, with soil health pioneer Gabe Brown.In th...

12/15/2025

A note about moving the soil health needle forward from farmer, CEO, investor and founder, Monte Bottens.
"Whether you’re full conventional and happy, or ready to cut inputs, diversify, build soil, and capture higher-value markets—this pilot gives you tools. Warriors: Let’s not sit this one out."

Explore the potential of the regenerative program announced by USDA and its impact on soil health and farming practices.

12/15/2025

Your Farm. Your Seed. Your Success.
https://agsolutionsnetwork.com/epiyield-seed-program/

Monte Bottens, no-till farmer and CEO at Ag Network Solutions, explains his shift to non-GMO soybeans in this December 2025 video from his Cambridge, Ill., farm.

12/12/2025

Hats off to Stemple Creek Ranch and Loren Poncia's family - recipients of the Sand County Foundation Leopold Conservation Award.

"Loren Poncia summarizes his story this way: Ranch kid gets bit by the agriculture bug. Kid works in corporate America. Kid comes back to the ranch to build something sustainable and profitable."

https://sandcountyfoundation.org/news/2025/stemple-creek-ranch-receives-california-leopold-conservation-award?

12/10/2025

Healthy soil leads to healthy farms and healthy families. These concepts aren't new. But they're hitting mainstream news.

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Serv...

12/09/2025

What happens when farmers and agronomists design equipment?
Learn how began and the family at its core as talks with Horsch Lucas in AgEmerge Podcast 176. Find AgEmerge on YouTube, Rumble and your favorite audio platform.

12/09/2025

What happens when farmers and agronomists design equipment? Learn how Horsch began and the family at its core as Monte Bottens talks with Lucas Horsch in AgEmerge Podcast 176.

Lucas Horsch and the Horsch Company are leading agricultural innovation with careful attention to tradition. Lucas grew up immersed in the family business an...

12/05/2025

It's conference season. This may be the 50th time you've heard something or the first. Don't settle for the thought of trying out something different on your farm. Do it. Our dealer network is ready to help growers take the next right step - however big or small that may be.

12/03/2025

Have you heard about our EpiYield Seed Program?
Your Farm. Your Seed. Your Success.
Find Monte Bottens at the Acres U.S.A. Conference through Thursday or catch him at Soil Regen's Big Soil Health Event next week to hear all about it.