That was AWKWARD!

[@adamjones3177]

Long time subscriber here. One of the things I love about your content is that it's an escape from all the other garbage. Please keep the politicians out of it. That's my vote.

[@allenmccoy7656]

Leave politicians out .

[@rogernation2551]

RUN, FORREST! RUN! Politicians are TOXIC!

[@BennittJuniper]

Remember: the actor left the country to live elsewhere when they started busting pedifiles. After the left pushed to dampen the arrests, he miraculous returned. I don't watch any of that actors shows anymore. The actors behavior and history reveals all.

[@wheeler391970]

Especially Minnesota's governor!

[@recklesstim]

The fastest way to lose half your audience. In this day and age it's better to stay away from all things political if you care about subscriber count. You cannot win no matter the side or if you are right or wrong. Hell, you may have already lost viewers from the choice of t-shirt your son wore. I don't make the rules, but I sure have seen how the game has changed in the past 6-8 years. Good luck

[@Commissar0617]

@@wheeler391970 reeally? that's news to me. walz is a very respectable guy.

[@BLKMGK4]

@@recklesstim Yup, that was a pretty damned stupid shirt and I'd say the rules changed a good while back when Obama was running and people actually believed the birther crap. Keep the politics off the channel all it does is end up disappointing people. I haven't a clue which way this particular Governor leans or what it is he wants to accomplish or talk about on the channel but not wanting to be recorded isn't a good sign IMO.

[@kevinschrunk3107]

Twin Cities=Politicians. Millennial Farmer=Car racing, farming ,shooting sports, raising a family. I'd stick with option #2 cause you've hit the nail on the head.

[@jimjamess8633]

Zach, If I wanted politics, I’d watch cable tv. You my friend are mind therapy that takes me away from all of that noise! One more item, Jim looks great! Glad to see his smile!

[@mrbunny8050]

Politicians...their lips are always flapping but nothing is coming out.

[@waltgranger7951]

If their lips are moving they are lying R or D

[@Blue_Shirt_Guy]

Make America Great Again 2024

[@waituntilthebeep]

Plenty coming out but you risk getting it on your shoes and it's guaranteed to stink up the joint for weeks.

[@BLKMGK4]

@@Blue_Shirt_Guy That's funny

[@kencorse]

Please - No Politicians. Remember, it's not about you, it's going to be about them. Especially in an election year.

[@user-qt8zt6zg6w]

Shut up

[@Kevin-qm3tp]

The governors election was last year.....

[@mark2220]

@@Kevin-qm3tp You think elections are only important to politicians on election year. That's adorable. Also a little scary.

[@Kevin-qm3tp]

@@mark2220 No I'm just into fear mongering like some of you who will only judge people by the R or D at the end of their affiliation.

[@Blue_Shirt_Guy]

Make America Great Again 2024

[@daveb235]

As a Canadian who grew up just north of you, I highly agree with keeping the politics out. I so much enjoy following you and your content and also my fellow Canadian farmers' channels (Mike Mitchell and South Sask Farmer) and really appreciate how hard you all work to "feed" all your fellow citizens and others across the world. Thank you and please don't politicize your hard work !

[@WarpedHorizon]

Corn for ethanol feeds no one though......

[@niniv2706]

As a Canadian FARMER ... I totally disagree with DaveB235 . Silence is NOT an option when tools for good farming are removed by POLITICIANS . Silence is NOT an option . Lately a communist movance in Canada has been at work to try and seize farm land and curb access to pesticides and fertilizers ... Electricians, teachers and accountants vote for these choices ... Choices that do NOT affect their way of life . Trudeau is a UN puppet and communist love bug . We may be "we are the world and love each other" but ... Farming is not being a civil servants or electrician . Politics do affect farmers directly when voters impose changes to our field of work . Are you a farmer Dave B ? If you are ... Good day to you . If you are not ... Go on living the dream of communist NDP and Liberals .

[@michaeldamhoff884]

South Sask Farmer for prime minister!!

[@daveb235]

@@WarpedHorizon the term feed is in quotations so that most people would understand it has a broader meaning than just the simple what we shovel in our mouths. His corn to ethanol feeds the insatiable need for energy in North America. I hope you can now understand this

[@jimcutler5932]

@@WarpedHorizon the byproduct sure does

[@gregjames5070]

Zack our political views are probably the same but please leave politics out of your videos. Yes I know you have the right to do whatever you want but your platform is one of the few that leave politics out and that’s refreshing. Politics seem to front and center everywhere we look. It’s nice to watch something without it.

[@WayCoolJr27]

I have heard Zack speak on other channels about politics. Guess what? I still couldn't tell you which side he falls on. Also, most farmers have the opinion that our political leaders are garbage, on both sides. Also, Onx shirt was spot on.

[@keithboulton]

I'm just curious if paying attention to politics could save or cost you and your families lives, would it be worth paying attention to then? Research Agenda 21, Agenda 2030 and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals, or S.D.G's.

[@mnbednar8071]

It’s getting to the point where people need to make a stand. Zach might be at that point. Well done Zach!

[@mchlhwrdjnsn]

I'm sure you cash those subsidy checks though.

[@Cobalt135]

But if Zach shut down the Millenial Farmer channel you would be like why? The political climate of his state are trying to do just that with their lagislation

[@mrsammanok3365]

Showing us what really happens when you have a large following is great. You do you and we will watch if we want to. What you let your kids do and wear is you and your wife's business. Your beliefs are yours and you shouldn't care if people are "offended" by your Suttle comments... Love the channels. Thanks

[@EvertHarley1]

That T-shirt 🤣😂 love it !

[@Wolf-hd9ke]

I vote to keep Millenial Farmer a "Politician Free Area". If he wants to make comments, let him make them here in the comment section like everbody else.

[@lordhoho1]

I think he made a political comment at the end

[@williamheffernan5826]

@@lordhoho1 I was about to say the same thing. The channel makes plenty of political comments all the time, just not out right saying them.

[@codybishop7373]

Please Please stay political free.

[@Wolf-hd9ke]

Oh, but read what I said again. I said "Politician". And I should have made it more clear. The he I was referring to was the governor. Sorry about that.

[@timslawncare5904]

If the governors adviser wants to talk to you while not being recorded, that’s red flag number one. If I’ve learned one thing in my business, it’s you don’t mix business with politics, just my opinion.

[@chrismadsen3321]

don't let politicians use your platform! Please!

[@justincase2830]

Yes, Tim Waltz can start his own You-Tube Channel. Subscribe if you like his content.I wouldn't think this channel needs contamination of political hot air, left or right.

[@darrenk6616]

Why not? Zach could play some games if he were inclined. The potential could be quite exciting.

[@ohhhface619]

Especially the horrible democrat politicians trying to take our rights and freedoms. The ones currently prosecuting their political foes. The ones who, like Walz, supported the racist burning of cities in Minnesota.

[@jerryspangler6658]

Thank for showing jim , he looks very healthy . Hope he is around for harvest .

[@larrycole4438]

Zach you have a good thing going on and enjoy a lot of followers so don't get political because it will probably cause you to lose followers. Stay with your farming content and you will be fine. I love your channel, keep up the good work and I wish you the best and continued success.

[@brendangibbons6094]

Those dogs are so happy to be getting a ride you can see them smiling

[@briand8934]

Glad Jim is doing well!

[@buynsell365]

I LOVE the dogs riding in the back................I had no idea it had AC in it........NICE !!!

[@dave_n8pu]

Me neither, no wonder they want to ride in there. 🐶

[@sandy1653]

Darn things cost about as much as a cheap pickup used to, I'd hope to heck they came with AC & Heat.

[@thomasleonard1846]

Backroom Bullshit! Eh?

[@andrewruble7706]

That is one of my favorite things. Always makes me smile when he uber's the dogs around.

[@markbowling3475]

Love seeing the Dogs wanting to be with you in the Ranger, they love it so much as do I

[@adambacsanyi]

Now even Jim has an actor who plays him. He can lay back, have a nice cold beer and enjoy the show! :D

[@aafor3]

The budget for production is increasing more and more lately

[@adambacsanyi]

@@aafor3 Just wondering where they park the makeup trailers?

[@jamesgorsh5752]

@@adambacsanyi Off camera

[@aaronpettifer5464]

All I will say is, NICE SHIRT ONYX!!!!👍🏻😂👍🏻

[@jamesbreault5762]

When a politician wants to talk privately ,Beware.

[@jasonklabunde6415]

The actor that plays Jim should win an Oscar for that performance.

[@mikeg7843]

Best supporting actor 🤘🏼😂

[@richardchamings7241]

The silence after "I am recording " was AMAZING 😂

[@byron7165]

You could almost hear his face screw into the deer in headlights look. lol

[@markc3441]

That was priceless

[@teamextremeoutdoors320]

😂 I no

[@danielpouteau4569]

Sometimes silence is louder than words good on you to keep his wish and stay ethical. Also love the shorts the crew was rocking where is Nate’s shirt from?

[@admranger]

As someone that worked in Federal government for 30 years, I understand the hesitation. He had to determine all the angles that things could go including out of context clips. The hesitation is not 'deer in headlights', it's calculated thought and risk management decision making. People that haven't been in that situation have no f'n clue.

[@SlipShodBob]

I think the cat was saying, "Did you say fresh concrete? Must go walk on."

[@sasfarmer]

I wonder how they kept the dogs off the wet concrete?😊

[@johnnyboy8498]

A Wingstop went up by me in the past few months. Completely new build with fresh concrete lot...complete with cat prints.

[@deblarsen8528]

Cat prints are tiny..... just saying. (unless you own a panther or a Hellcat) 🐾

[@BenchrestMarksman]

That awkward silence🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@richards1588]

As for interviewing the governor I say go with what you feel is best Zach. Your channel has reached the level it has because you are showing us farming and who you as a farmer/person is.

[@dancarter8400]

Doesn't matter where you stand. I'm not here for your politics I'm here for your content. Both sides only care about themselves and screwing us over.

[@niniv2706]

Both sides ? ... You are not a farmer OBVIOUSLY .

[@niniv2706]

Green bozos are not farmer friendly . They are religiously driven to drive farmers out of ownership of their land . Cows are evil, diesel is criminal, fertilizers pollutants, pesticides criminal ... Sorry Dan but the UN we are the world shirt you are currently wearing shows a bit too much . Be safe Capt'n , no anger just a farmer's observation . Our trade has been under attack by liberal left for too long . Time to set the clocks straight .

[@nickjewart9351]

​@@niniv2706 Farmers can't think both sides are crooked??

[@GhostRider-dp2tc]

Obvious right now today the 5 year farm bill is not completed...Its not Democrats that is preventing it from being signed. I am a Republican but some of us understand reality and how the finger pointing is hurting this country far more than getting this country on track

[@KevinHuff23]

@@nickjewart9351 They can "think" whatever they want, but when you look at policy it is blatantly obvious that one party backs farmers and the other wants to over-regulate them out of business. You figure out who is who.

[@wigglz]

I really enjoy this channel because it doesn't involve politics.

[@mattcrazy7070]

I enjoy coming here and watching awesome content that is free of politics.

[@garyeaton5719]

When a politician doesn’t want to be recorded, there’s a reason. Lot’s of people talk about being transparent, but they don’t really want to be that open. Knowing how MN politics lean, they have an agenda or narrative they want push, whether you like it or not! Keep it politics free!

[@rnedisc]

With the political climate these days everything said can be taken out of context. If you're not prepared for it as a politician these days I can 100% understand they'd rather not be recorded.

[@ohhhface619]

Understandable is not automatically moral or ethical. They are showing you who they are, liars and fakes, whether you understand that or not.

[@AlmonS.]

Exactly now hes running as vp

[@dphillips705]

He shouldn't have even told him Minnesota is a one party consent state

[@srr10]

Zach- I love this channel. I never miss a video. You brilliantly bring the very, very important things which farmers do to the attention of all the rest of us who have no idea. You're funny, smart, accomplished, and you have a terrific and beautiful family. It is one of the few places we can go these days to get away from the constant drumbeat of politics and division. Please, please leave politics out of it....

[@redleader]

Too late, Where have you been? Zach makes shit comments all the time about 'liberals" etc. And just look at the shirt ONyx is wearing! Leave politics out ...unless it about our New Jesus, Donnie the Rapist. Hahahahaahah Get Wrecked.

[@jgardner2508]

Keep the channel out of politics! This where we come to get away from politics.

[@Varrig]

If the governor wants to commentate on your channel then he should comment on it in his own forum. You have worked long and hard to not politicize the channel. I think sticking to that recipe is a better idea than the alternative. As other viewers have pointed out there is also the Podcast. I think that would be a better place for the governor's visit. Take care and God bless!

[@malcolmr-b9620]

His political affiliation is obvious, look at Onyx's tea shirt and listen to Zac's comment. That was a deliberate political statement. It is unfortunate that a person with obvious influence does not engage. No progress comes from a closed mind.

[@RRRIBEYE]

@@malcolmr-b9620 Are you implying Zach has a *CLOSED MIND?!* It's *HIS* platform and everything he does is how *HE* wants to do things on *HIS PLATFORM* - not cowtow to p.o.s. liberals! There. That was *MY DELIBERATE POLITICAL STATEMENT!* Is your butt hurt even more now? LMAO!

[@Varrig]

@@malcolmr-b9620 If the governor is actually serious in wanting to talk about farming and what it faces. Then the podcast should be a good opportunity for him to state his position and be asked questions in return. Zach does not talk about his politics even if parts of his life display it. There is a big difference.

[@Sc-jf3yk]

​​@@malcolmr-b9620Waltz is an ass, and you're right Waltz is narrow minded and can't be reasoned with

[@sdpy15]

​@@malcolmr-b9620 Unlike most celebrities, Zach doesn't use his status to shove politics down our throats. That's because he believes in unadulterated American freedom.

[@Niezer]

I see the dogs are becoming divas. They demand that you take them with you and then get out and don't even give you any thanks for the ride. 😆😆

[@marks7502]

lol. more dog content.

[@davidlargent9296]

Holy shit that tee shirt he's wearing is f$%king hilarious my son has one with a picture of trump on flipping the bird saying missed me bitches lik😂

[@jimpeters7479]

I really like your channel the way you try to educate people about agriculture. Let’s leave politics to the politicians 😢

[@tomsemo8186]

Don't get political. I watch your channel because you are mostly non political and provide good farming and small business problem solving.

[@farmingngu]

Lol were farmers think we all tend to lean the same way..😂

[@niniv2706]

Tom - So if politicians use their base to demonize fertilizer use, pesticide use and property rules ... No one should air out any dissent because it could hurt "feelings " ??? When politicians take decisions they IMPOSE on farmers ... The war is brought upon US . Simping and silence are not an option .

[@niniv2706]

Holland and Myanmar went full UN save the planet mode and farmers went under ... Politics can and does affect farmers when tools are removed ... Silence is never an option, then .

[@x_x_w_]

​@@farmingngu yep. Double standards hypocrisy because when socialism and government hand outs for others is WRONG but when it's for the farmers, all the bootstrapp-loving folk get in line for their handout.

[@stevemcgarrett303]

In the words of Dr. Evil, "HOW BOUT NOOOOO!"

[@mikehendrickson5183]

Just remember, we are "mostly rocks and cows" Wouldn't waste the time of day with him. That phone call said it all.

[@jabesthomas6241]

Lmao is he lying? You're softer than baby shit

[@barrychouinard4019]

Compliments to you for handling a sensitive subject extremely well. I'm not going to post the rest of what I prepared. You'll know what to do.

[@tireman43]

Love the channe! Love Onyx shirt! Good luck figuring out whether to have Gov. Rocks & Cows on the channel.

[@louGriggs1944]

Great video today. Hope you can keep the politicians out of it. Most of us watch these channels to get away from their BS. Nice to see Jim and always love seeing the dogs. Thanks.

[@Mazel_Tov_888]

Of the 1M subscribers, I'd say only a fraction of us live in MN, so the majority of us couldn't care less about what the Gov. of MN has to say.

[@Dick_Fitzwell69]

Thank you for saying the phrase correctly! Lol it bothers me when ppl say “ I could care less”

[@dennishayes65]

I’m from Minnesota and I don’t want Waltz on his video either. His a poor excuse for a governor !

[@markpeterson6836]

I'm from MN and could care less what our governor has to say.

[@TheFabled1]

I live in Fargo, and though I strongly dislike the gov maybe being on a real farm would be good for him. or is he a they/them? idk I dont keep up with it.

[@CodyLarson121]

As a Minnesotan, he’s not welcome.

[@mikelbelfiore3769]

You got 100% support here from Nebraska!...his channel he can do what he wants

[@ianmckay1780]

Isn't it funny how being a "celebrity" brings out the politicians? Well done Zack, it didn't surprise me that the aide, didn't want to be recorded, in case he let something slip. If it's not recorded it didn't happen...Nice to see the dogs enjoying themselves. I love them to bits, they are such sweet companions, your a lucky guy to have them. From UK.

[@SteveNicoson-u1i]

Thanks for another great video Zach. It was interesting and enjoyable to watch. I guess first a few comments to Zach and our KZbin followers like me. Zach, I consider you and your family part of my family as I have watched you a long time. I love the channel because it is free of the political views. It would please me if your channel stays that way. But it is your channel not mind. I will go along with whatever you decide is best for you. Thanks for talking to us about this. Now back to what is important and that is FARMING!!!!!!! Wow-lots of concrete trucks today getting ready for the new dryer setup. Believe you said around 70 yards. Lots of concrete. Steps closer to the new dryer setup. The big pieces are being brought in and looking good. Anxious to see more of it. Nice. It was great to see Jim and him back in the grain semis. Nice to have him around. Hi Jim!!!!!!!! Glad you gave the dogs their ride in the Ranger. They love it!!!!!!!’ Good that you have your soil checked for chemicals and such. Good practice to do in modern farming. About it I guess. Thanks for everything Zach and Becky for editing. The Iowa farm boy. Steve.

[@Someone78109]

Friend of Mine also a farmer here in Germany, said t his local member of the Bundestag (German parliament) if you want to talk to farmers do the following: take 2 two weeks of. Bring a pencil and a piece of paper with you go to the farmers and talk to them. Write down what they say and leave all the cameras and journalists behind you. And if you are back in Berlin, take all your notes and what you have learned and do your fucking job. Make politics for the people you stand for.

[@Thegoobmancometh]

Point made 100%! No need to hear any more from the governor's office

[@rkspdx]

Stay out of politics, your views are personal and no future in alienating any of your viewers! Your channel is excellent without politics even though we have a good idea as to where you stand!

[@JoeMcFarlanesgoogle]

Agreed. No sense in alienating 70% of your audience to appease 30% of your audience…not to mention nobody is really changing their minds these days anyhow

[@jessegabruck5436]

His channel he can do what he wants. Don't like it. Deal with it

[@Kevin-u9t]

We have a 5th amendment

[@Kevin-u9t]

​@@JoeMcFarlanesgooglewe have a 5th Amendment

[@big_binger4063]

He should absolutely talk politics. It has a massive impact on his livelihood, which we are all watching.

[@andrewroy6740]

As you said, that was probably all the content we needed. It was pretty funny though that they want to be part of your content but not willing to have a recorded phone call. Again, all the content we needed of them.

[@dougberry1011]

He’s like me. Talking to the dogs like they know every word he is saying.

[@denettelarson5364]

Zack being fellow Minnesotan . Walz can go start his own channel. I know most of Northern Minnesota remembers "Rocks and Cows".

[@Commissar0617]

but was he wrong?

[@Thoaus21]

@@Commissar0617do you not watch this channel to see what rural Americans, Minnesotans do?

[@jordans5218]

"Make Fertilizer Affordable Again" shirt Pops had on gave me the giggles😂

[@MillennialFarmer]

You can find them on our merchandise website! Just saying... 😂 farmfocused.com/millennial-farmer/

[@gangedillyo]

Should read: Make Affordable Fertilzer Again. MAFA

[@miptjc57]

The facts are facts. Iowa taxpayers paid for a fertilizer plant to keep prices competitive. The fantastic people at Koch Industries is trying to buy the plant for $3.6 billion. Of course if they are successful they absorb a competitor and the farmers fertilizer costs will go even higher. So their only hope is that the president the Millennial Farmer despises and let’s his kid wear a shirt degrading will recommend it is a violation of anti trust laws and the courts will block the sale. That won’t happen if Trump is elected. So yeah it kinda pisses me off when your Dad wears a shirt asking for support but you trash the people that can help and are actually being supportive.

[@mountainryder3056]

I wear mine every couple weeks. Apparently some don’t catch the sarcasm

[@andjp7382]

@@MillennialFarmer If you put the MF logo on the front and the make fertilizer affordable again on he back i will buy one! Maybe a few!

[@DaveBerg-q1t]

Zack, I'm a fellow Minnesotan 77 years old. I love watching your channel but please keep politics out of it. Its nice to be able to watch something without politics.😊

[@bonsaiforlife4me]

I watch because you put out (not like that) down to earth farming content viewable for those like me. Youre witty and real. Stay true to yourself and do what you think is right because in the end it always is.

[@farming4g]

I like how a lot of viewers are like "oh NO! LEAVE the politics OUT!" Do what you want to do, your channel; I don't think your average viewer really understands how much political crud revolves around farming. Nearly everything thing we do some politician is in our pockets and looking over our shoulders. That guy not wanting to be recorded is all one needs to know... shady slimes.

[@robprice9490]

I’ve been watching this channel for a number of years now and I along with my family love this content. It transports you from reality for a little bit and lets us take a sneak leak into a life most of us don’t have and it’s awesome.i along with probably most of us all vote the same way from the looks of it but if it matters keep this politics free. World has enough of this bs getting thrown into our faces whether we like it or not. P.S. Where’s the American flag on the top of the bins!!!!!!

[@jeremyhanson2730]

First time caller, Long time listener! 😂😂😂 Please no politics. I love the content that you and the family make.

[@filobetobaby]

Such a great channel. Enjoyed by many walks of life. Foolish to think this channel is mostly viewed by conservative farmers... but you know, farm around and find out 🤠

[@beardedwithchildren]

Imagine the views if Jim got a secret service motorcade stuck in a drainage ditch… 😂

[@KenM-q2q]

I enjoy your channel tremendously, please don’t let it get clouded with politicians.

[@derrickpettit86]

Zach, your pitch lines at the right second crack me to the moon an back, freaking dieing over here, 😂😂,that phone call, your a KZbinr an he sounded very surprised, oh mannnnn, great video as always, gonna be sweet to see the new dryer one this fall, thanks for sharing 🇺🇲👍🤙✊💪🌽🌽🌽

[@lakeacres9750]

as a fellow MN resident, please don't give that guy any ammunition to go back to the cities and claim he cares about rural MN because he was on the millennial farmer channel.

[@ronaldjensen4411]

I have watched you from the beginning and it is nice to never hear about politics. I wouldn't let the governor on he is using you for his political gain.

[@wallyman292]

We may never hear it, but as Zack himself says, you only need to have been watching him for a bit to know which side of the bread he butters!

[@jimmyfishburn7894]

From the old man in East Tn. 2 comments. Love the Tee Shirt and #2, I do not watch these programs because I want to shut America down. From Dairy, to Grain Farmers feed the world. Now you have my Politics. Take care and keep up to good work.

[@randyb1890]

WOW, that's a lot of concrete, can't wait to see this new dryer all assembled. It might be worth the time to talk to a politician and maybe educate him a little bit.

[@Budd56]

You would think the actor that plays the Millennial Farmer would get Jim a cool T shirt from Farm Focus 😎😎

[@Gazdavies48]

Keep the politicians out, we have to endure enough or their spin, nonsense, point scoring negativity. Keep up the Johnson farm content its why we are here…

[@jdruedger]

I've been watching your for a few years now and one of the reasons I keep coming around is that you don't push politics. I thoroughly enjoy your content and your dry sense of humor.

[@OakAcre]

No politicians. Although the shirt Onyx was wearing right after that call was very fitting.

[@IowaFarmer-fh6yi]

I think you would be better off having the guy that would MAKE FERTILIZER AFFORDABLE AGAIN on your show...Love your sons shirt...LOL! Smart kid!

[@Chunkman128]

Public official in public office. The moment they say no recording, red flag. Walk away

[@georgeschuster7050]

Zack, You are very smart guy. You must know there is nothing in this for you when you accept invitations from any politician. They are only interested in themselves.

[@rftsfan1479]

i think i will side with the rest of the people i have read in the comments. this channel is yours, and yours only. dont let a politician push you into turning it into a political channel….

[@travisgoff99]

I'll support your channel no matter what!

[@dralord1307]

LMAO Im loving "Dad's" Shirt!

[@fuhrstpuhl3278]

Don't EVEN go there.........please.......this is one place I go to get away from all THAT.

[@BLKMGK4]

sadly, not anymore it seems....

[@timderks5960]

Geez, these comments are insane and simply stupid. Just invite the guy out, but tell him beforehand that he has no say about the video, you can cut whatever you want from it, and if you don't like how it goes, you can even scratch the entire video. Everybody is assuming the governor wants to use your channel for marketing, but maybe he's just looking for more insight into farming and he just chose you because he has the ability to see what you're about before he even meets you. Just because he's a governor doesn't mean it has to be political. Also, American politics sucks even worse than regular politics. Americans are really good at just shooting down everything that has any link to the "opposing" party, and not even be willing to hear them out, which simply is the stupidest thing you can ever do. Just because you don't agree in general doesn't mean you can't agree on specific things. Oh, and about not wanting to be recorded: These guys are trained to not want to be recorded. Why? Because every single thing gets cut up and used out of context these days. No matter what you say, good editing can make it look like you said the exact opposite thing. Politicians know that, and want to avoid that as much as possible, which I can definitely understand.

[@reallyemptypockets6509]

Transparency 😂😂😂

[@Nagelefamilyfarms]

As a Minnesotan tell Governor Tim to move to California

[@Stuart123]

Anytime a bureaucrat doesn’t want to be recorded is a huge red flag, keep your channel politically free, and here comes a comment that will probably get me hate but I am not sure teaching a young impressionable mind to disrespect a sitting president is the way to go. Just my opinion. Anyway keep love your channel ❤ Cheers from Western Canada 🇨🇦

[@BChandl13]

"im not gonna tell you where I stand" -- says the guy who sells a "make fertilizer affordable again" tee

[@gerrypotratz6899]

Don't do it!😮

[@amandakindall3736]

Both my husband and I will unsubscribe this channel if politics get on here. We are from Minnesota to BTW

[@tomrogers1250]

All the comments asking to keep the channel politics free, while at the same time praising Onyx’s t-shirt is almost unbelievable. But then again, anyone who willingly supports the GOP philosophy of power for the rich criminals shouldn’t really be a surprise. Enjoy alienating everyone with a sense of common decency.

[@markmorrison3885]

i love your dads shirt . you can fill in the rest of the blanks of your governor lol

[@Tom__]

I don’t know the demographics of your viewership but I suspect the majority is rural midwest. I’m a retired suburban guy that holds a high respect for independent farmers. My current political leanings don’t align to most of your viewers but after a career of traveling the world and meeting all types of people, I’ve learned that we are more alike than different. As I see it, you have three options. You can avoid outside views and continue to provide your views of politics subtly or more directly, try to provide various views equally, or completely stay away from these issues. Your stated mission is to build a connection between farms and consumers. In these times, that connection is really important and you are knocking it out of the park. I vote that you try to be apolitical and keep building connections. Thanks for sharing a slice of your farm life with me.

[@dwitcraft]

Rural midwest doesn't need to watch his channel(but many may), none of this is new to them. Many KZbin channels find that they have a worldwide audience, often people from a completely different background.

[@dougcrawford3051]

Interesting how the Governor's representative (my presumption) did not want to be live. Public figure nervous or cautious about speaking to the public - go figure!!

[@kleinisfijn]

They're used to negotiate under the table.

[@cya329]

Political figures never openly speak about possible appearances until they are completely confirmed. It has nothing to do with “dealing under the table.”

[@MillennialFarmer]

I was shocked.... 😂

[@LordGadwin]

Yeah after Trump calling up a governor and asking for 11k votes and all. You know like the criminal he is. I'm glad they recorded that fool and can't wait for them to LOCK TRUMP UP!

[@jdinnis]

To be fair, a lot of people who are just doing their job are not gonna want to be on KZbin. Just MF was courteous to the team putting in the dryer and didn't stand around all day filming them, remember they guy who called is not a public figure and doing public appearances is probably not is his job description.

[@michaelmiller6878]

I'm an independent and enjoy this channel to understand the life of a farmer, in today's climate of consolidating larger and larger farms. Watching the life and challenges of a hard working family is refreshing. Zach's obviously a MAGA fan, and I detest Trump, but it's important to understand good people can agree on most issues, without becoming tribal. Politics is not in the top 10 things I concern myself with on a daily basis. I'd assume the same is true for Zach.

[@scottsmith1569]

Totally agree!

[@barrylevitt8075]

detest is not a strong enough word

[@donaldwoodward6899]

​@@barrylevitt8075Love?

[@TheGeorunner]

I wouldn't presume Zack is a MAGA fan. There is a huge chunk of this country (dare we say the majority...) that is fed up with politics and the absolutely terrible choice we have in candidates for 2024. I'd venture to guess that Zack and his family fall into that broad "middle". For the record, if my governor (NY) showed up at our farm asking for a chat, I'd make my thoughts crystal clear about the decisions she's made that are directly impacting family farms...then I'd go back to work.

[@michaelmiller6878]

@@TheGeorunner I join you as part of the majority being fed up with our choices. I'm not fan of Biden either, as no one on that side was presented a choice. The choice was made for them by the party elites, via a messed up system. Trump on the other hand did win his delegates via voters. There was a choice there. I respect Zach's decision to be wary of the governor using his channel. It would be both flattering and scary at the same time. I wonder, if the Governor was a Republican, if Zach would have a different opinion? Seems like that call from the Governor's handler had a predicted outcome, to make a point. I still hold with my intuition that he has a MAGA hat hidden in his closet somewhere. lol Doesn't change my opinion of him. He seems like a good dude, able to make reasoned, pragmatic decisions.

[@lethys14]

I would like to hear a conversation between Zach and the Governor. I think it would be interesting.

[@660stihl]

Zack, please, please, please! I and a lot of other folks are here to relax and get our heads empty for the duration of your vids. We dont need political bs, if we wanna see that there are a trillion other channels. Please keep it just about farming!

[@dustinb9105]

The corn came up really uneven here in west central iowa as well. Now it's tasseling uneven. Too much h2o!!

[@jonhansen4745]

As someone from SW Iowa who remembers that a year ago it was bone dry for at least 6' down, I'm not complaining about the added moisture...

[@jamesmcclaren6534]

I’d keep yourself well away from the wolfs 😂

[@tracyyett148]

Zach, you have too good of a channel to get bogged down in politics. We all have too much of that crap already. Remind Onyx someday he ll be an old man too! Keep up the the great work.

[@johnsebar7807]

yup important farming stuff but glad to see your priorities are right, Jim is back great to see him and the girls in the back seat keep you on track when cruising around. Golly whatever you decide about the gov, is your choice but a tuff one. I will watch no matter what. He has sort of put you in a no win situation.

[@frankscarpo775]

Our dog's are the same way. They run for the garage doors hoping for a ride in the Polaris

[@JohnSmith-lw2bm]

Stay away from Governors! They want to get something for their reputation at the cost of yours! Love Onyx’s shirt, hilarious. 😂

[@MillennialFarmer]

100% agree!

[@marshalloutdoors1791]

Onyx shirt is 💯fact.😂😂

[@Jmeinema1]

The beginning of that phone conversation was more than enough

[@guzzimon61]

That was so telling on it own merits !! ​@@Jmeinema1

[@Wolf-hd9ke]

​@Jmeinema1 And it is the same as if we were watching the good Governor's body language. He lied, he lied, he lied! His eyes went up and to the right.

[@jimgreen1043]

What a shame. The lack of political content on this channel was always refreshing and an escape from hearing about it all the time. I sincerely hope it does not change here.

[@Hiei2k7]

Not only is Zach outed as a cat guy, but he also gets the Schwan's truck to come see him! I can't even get them out here in California.

[@MillennialFarmer]

They're a MN company!

[@coltgunner1]

Really wish they didn't change their name to Yellow tho...

[@rogernation2551]

They probably don’t want to pay for the security guards it takes to make deliveries in California. I know, I live here.

[@SlipShodBob]

​@@coltgunner1 perhaps they wanted to be famous for chicken

[@SlipShodBob]

@@rogernation2551 ahh I believe here in the UK they just use former close protection officer with tactical driving well that and Eastern Europeans but then a couple told me they are trained in the skill from an early age either to avoid militia or the mafia

[@TinMan0555]

The worst thing any business can do is start telling all their customers what their politics are. It’s a no-win situation…..your gonna piss of half your customers no matter which way you lean. 😐

[@yatarookayama8329]

Sure and yet Big corporations are keep doing that and " in your face " ! I mean 95% of farmers are want to keep their land and not pay so many taxes ...

[@chevyguy-hf1yq]

Afarmer handling a politician perfectly!!! Classy man!!