Wylie AgCast

Welcome to Wylie AgCast, your go-to podcast for everything agriculture, straight from the fields. Whether you're a farmer, ag business owner, or industry professional, we bring you the latest trends, innovations, and challenges shaping modern farming. Each episode dives into cutting-edge ag technology, sustainable practices, business strategies, and the manufacturing processes that keep the industry running. As a manufacturing company deeply rooted in agriculture, we take you behind the scenes to explore the equipment, technology, and people driving ag forward. If it’s part of the ag world—we’re talking about it. Stay ahead of the curve with Wylie AgCast—where agriculture meets innovation.

Inside Wylie Manufacturing: People Come First, with Stephen Rankin | The Wylie AgCast 01/13/2026

Inside Wylie Manufacturing: People Come First, with Stephen Rankin | The Wylie AgCast Welcome to the Wylie AgCast!! In this episode of the Wylie AgCast, we go behind the scenes of Wylie Manufacturing with Vice President of Manufacturing & Operations Stephen Rankin. We break down manufacturing from the user’s perspective, the engineering process behind Wylie equipment, and why building products that are “too good” has always been the standard. The conversation also covers supplying equipment for agriculture, municipalities, government agencies, and military applications, where quality and reliability matter most. We dive into supply chain challenges, precision technology advancements, and how Wylie is creating long-term career opportunities through partnerships with communities and schools. This episode offers an inside look at how Wylie builds equipment, develops people, and plans for the future. Chapters: 00:00 - ESOP, New Role, A New Season at Wylie 01:36 - From Texas Tech to Entrepreneurship: Stephen’s Story 05:00 - Garden City, Kansas: The Chapter That Shaped the Leader 08:24 - Taking the Helm: Transitioning to Petersburg Manufacturing 10:37 - Engineering Through the Operator’s Lens 15:50 - Built “Too Good”: Why Quality Comes First 20:00 - Beyond Agriculture: Serving Municipalities, Government & Military 21:23 - Navigating Supply Chain Challenges in a Changing World 27:22 - Opening the Door: Careers and Opportunity for the Next Generation 29:00 - Partnering with Communities & Schools to Build the Future 34:18 - Precision Technology & the Next Wave of Innovation 37:34 - The Vision Ahead: Where Wylie Manufacturing Is Going 38:00 - More Than a Job: Wylie as a Career Path 40:57 - Customer First: Building a Company of Experts 42:22 - Outro Socials: Facebook - Instagram - X - Check Us Out! New Location - Thanks For Watching! #agriculture #manufacturing #career #WylieAgCast /episode/index/show/ffa7140a-d0fd-4c89-bbbf-d056762e3d80/id/39716055

TeeJet Technologies & A Masterclass in Application with Aaron Miller | The Wylie AgCast 12/08/2025

Life and Agriculture in the Rio Grande Valley with Darryl Richmond | The Wylie AgCast 11/03/2025

Farming, Family & The Power Of Quality Service with David Vaughn | The Wylie AgCast 10/06/2025

Farming, Family & The Power Of Quality Service with David Vaughn | The Wylie AgCast Welcome to the Wylie AgCast!! In this episode we sit down with David Vaughn, Wylie’s Corporate Application Service Manager, to talk about the business of farming, ranching, and the cutting-edge technology shaping application equipment today. As both a service leader and a farmer himself, David shares his firsthand perspective on the value of quality service, the challenges and opportunities in modern agriculture, and the essential role farmers play in feeding and sustaining the world. From advancements in spraying technology to the day-to-day realities of running a farm, he offers insight into how innovation and stewardship go hand in hand. We also explore the deeper side of agriculture, the importance of family, faith, and community in navigating uncertain times. This episode provides an authentic look at how Wylie supports growers not only with technology and service, but also with values that stand the test of time. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:36 - David’s Story & How He Joined Wylie 04:40 - From Customer to Employee: Why Wylie Stands Out 05:42 - Life on the Farm: David’s Background 07:15 - Choosing Crops: Milo, Cotton & More 09:27 - Starting & Running a Small Ranch 10:10 - Farming vs. Ranching: Key Differences 15:10 - Managing Risk & When Insurance Steps In 16:45 - Inside the Cotton Industry & Its Impact 17:35 - The Business Side of Farming: Struggles & Realities 20:40 - Cotton Prices & Their Ripple Effect on All Businesses 22:45 - How David Builds His Yearly Game Plan 26:45 - Water & Irrigation Challenges in Dry Land Farming 28:00 - Family, Leadership & the Value of Hard Work 33:55 - Farming Equipment: Applications & Improvements 37:45 - How New Tech Shapes the Future of Agriculture 40:52 - Adapting to ISO Systems & Next-Gen Equipment 42:06 - Smart vs. Pointless Ag Improvements 44:08 - The Value of Service: Running a Team Like a Trauma Center 49:07 - Leadership Mindset & Building a Unified Team 51:38 - Final Thoughts & Outro Socials: Facebook - Instagram - X - Check Us Out! New Location - Thanks For Listening! /episode/index/show/ffa7140a-d0fd-4c89-bbbf-d056762e3d80/id/38360080

Jason Johnson - Growth Community & Building Opportunities | The Wylie AgCast 09/08/2025

Dene Morgan - Parts, Loyalty & The Value Of Quality Service | The Wylie AgCast 07/07/2025

Heath Houston - Ag, Oil and the Wholesale Market | The Wylie AgCast 06/05/2025

Brad Heffington Part 02 - Maximizing Yield, Water Rights and The Future of Farming | Wylie AgCast 05/19/2025

Brad Heffington Part 01. Congress, Tariffs, and the Future of U.S. Agriculture | Wylie AgCast 05/05/2025

Jason Fisher - Leadership, A.I. & The Realities of Farming | The Wylie AgCast 04/22/2025

Behind The Brand with Cody West | Wylie Implement & Spray Center 03/03/2025

Wylie AgCast Trailer 02/20/2025

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