World’s Tallest Corn and Smallest Combine

[@Pumpkinmike]

I worked at Beck's for 5 years as a production agronomist at the home office. Will likely always be one of the best work experiences I will ever have. Only reason I left was the growth of our home farm. Glad to see you had a great time!

[@DJ.XU.666.RADIOWEB]

THANK YOU LAURA FOR THIS BEAUTIFUL REPORT ON SEMEN THANK YOU FOR SHARING LOVE

[@charleswolf279]

As a customer of Becks, we were impressed with their products. But more impressive was the gift cards we received with the instructions to use one for ourselves and extend the other to a needy family.

[@chappyd5109]

I trust most viewers understand that you guys were picked because of what you represent to the future of farming. What an excellent opportunity for you both and I doubt very much that this will be your one and only private jet trip. I have so much respect for farmers and skilled workers such as you guys. Blessings....

[@djstaley3015]

Your love of learning is great to see.

[@thomasevans3103]

My Father-in-Law worked for Frances Beck as a farmhand and actually lived next door to the main home and original seed corn facility west of Arcadia, IN. This video brought back many memories.

[@DJ.XU.666.RADIOWEB]

GROS BISOUS LAURA BONJOUR A LA FAMILLE MERCI POUR LE PARTAGE

[@bcool9104]

Fascinating! I come from poultry and dairy farmers and my father was a poultry science major in college. We no longer farm in our family but its still in my blood and love seeing the agriculture side of farming!

[@348Tobico]

Thank you, thank you, thank you not only for the chance to do this tour with you and Grant, BUT for your enthusiasm about all things modern farming. I just adore how you love the equipment and how you take care of it. Dear young woman you ARE the future of all that is great in American Farming. You deserve the same "Thank you" we give our armed forces because you make our life in this country so wonderful with your mad farming skills and hard work.

[@hfc1230]

Wow! On the 25 foot tall corn plants. Seed corn so amazing. Thank you for the interesting information. Lucky you flying in the private jet. So cool!!

[@garyricci3562]

Awesome video you can never have enough knowledge. And it seems you enjoy learning about the different aspects of the job that you do as a awesome farmer. Beautiful ❤

[@ulasbolan4528]

You are amazing. I love your enthusiasm with what would be very boring to most, But you make it fun. Grant you're a very lucky man. Thanks Laura

[@robertbronikowski6728]

Class, poise, professional. Much respect to you and Grant.

[@ricksuydam5718]

Love "tagging along" with you and Grant, always learn so much... while you're planting/ harvesting the fields, I was below them harvesting minerals underneath... wish I could have worked for you instead. Retired now, so enjoy your life's journey.

[@greywolfwalking6359]

You looked amazing !! I'm guessing it was due to your adventure side ,being excited,about the journey that you 2 were about to enjoy!! Awesome educational experience for you n Grant to have!!! I for one,am amazed at the huge amount of time n efforts put forth for this video.... Thank you Laura n Grant !! 👍🐺🧙‍♂️🦊🤜🤛👍!!

[@joannbjorkman5399]

Very professional presentation and editing. Your genuine enthusiasm and appreciation of your blessings is a great testimony. Congrats on the opportunity.

[@thomasdunn22]

Laura and Grant, thank you for all the hard work you do. It is really neat to see another side of the farming industry. You are a great host's, well-spoken and one smart cookie. You will be on a private jet again, no doubt in mind.

[@larrydettmer8916]

I wiill second that

[@edoakley4957]

Stockbridge, MI!! I grew up there. I guess Beck's came in there after i moved to FL. Thats kinda cool.

[@rickcarter4417]

Your videos are so different from other farm girl KZbinrs. Yours are educational, focused, and lack the goofiness of others. I always learn from you. A lot of time is spent editing. It shows. Kudos.

[@acersalman8258]

Beautiful ❤❤❤❤❤God bless you and protect you from any jealous

[@larrystolzman9337]

My wife and I just drove from Wisconsin, through all of central Illinois, heading to Florida. Saw one of the Beck facilities in central, IL. It looked like many large granaries were over flowing. I pray all farmers had a bumper crop this year and prices are good. God Bless all farmers.

[@oranstelly5393]

Yeah ln south Louisiana, things have changed. Sugar Cane taking over.

[@heavymachinery2843]

Beautifull Laura love your smile keep on farming 👍 much respect from Austria 🇦🇹

[@rexhargrove5172]

Wonderful video and very informative. I couldn’t believe that tiny header!

[@dannysinclair1028]

Laura it is such a blessing that you and Grant allow us to come along into your life you're farming adventures .my wife and I are not Farmers but we really love our American farmers and there is really a place in our heart for you and Grant and your family and just thank you so much for taking us along on this private jet journey it was really a blessing we love you guys blessings from Martinsville Indiana

[@GreatDetecting]

Thanks!

[@johnkeller441]

Great that you two were able to fly on a Falcon 900EX (valued at $12M -$15M) form Nebraska to Indiana and return. After touring the facility, are you going "all in" on BECK's seed? The corporate flying I performed was on Cessna Jets, Gulfstream and Pilatus. Great career! Yes, it is a great way to fly and miss all the preboarding stuff with the airlines. Glad you enjoyed the flight time.

[@scottsoper1213]

If I were them I would make say an 80 acre test of BECK's seed. What they are using now is working fantastic so changing to BECK's would require caution.

[@patbrewer4205]

Hope Y’all all had a great Thanksgiving, Laura I swear I bet those folks at Beck’s never expected such a beautiful farmer

[@briansplantlife]

Congrats on getting chosen (earned!) to do this tour! The greenhouse/breeding stuff is fascinating. City people have NO concept of what all goes into the food supply chain, and the free market makes it all work. As a farm kid I never envisioned being on a charter Jet -- but I ended up traveling a half a dozen times that way. It is awesome -- walk in the FBO and say Hi to a friendly staff, get on a plane, without some authoritarian TSA Perv digging thru your stuff or feeling you up, chat with the crew, experience actual legroom onboard.....Traveling like John Kerry..... Keep working like you are and you will do it again I am betting!

[@andrewsema359]

Thanks for sharing your trip. Becks is huge and I learnt a lot.

[@johndavidson6867]

It is always special to visit a seed grower operation, even more so when that is a family owned concern. The big mega corps have their place I suppose but a family operation I would think has much more empathy with their customers, not all about shareholder profit. Hoping you have a great winter season, leading into a fantastic planting season.

[@ytzpilot]

So happy for you guys you work so hard you deserve opportunities like this. Awesome Tour 😊

[@daltonshepperd5305]

I'm glad that you guys filmed the tour inside of our little town and Indianapolis Indiana

[@wry569]

You did a great job on this video representing Beck's . You speak with such ease and clarity. Keep up the good work!

[@rockercover]

Have been hearing more about green house (controlled environment) growing. Thanks for taking us along.

[@phillipdickinson8557]

Becks was an outstanding video Laura and Grant there research and Development of seed corn is the best in the country loved the tour thank you.

[@mikeknowles8017]

You would be surprised. If you are running a big operation and have to do a certain amount of travel you can very rapidly get to the point where fractional jet ownership or lease based ride sharing becomes cost effective. The airlines and the TSA have made airline travel so difficult, time consuming and unreliable that the lost time during travel figures into the calculation. I've done business jet travel myself and the ability to go somewhere halfway across the county, conduct business all day, and be home for dinner with my family was amazing. I will say that, in all honesty, it's a pretty sweet way to travel. Great video!

[@robertpresha9504]

Good hair day Laura. Looking beautiful like always. I never seen any farmers looking like you growing up 😆. Be safe.

[@robertootero2583]

Girl keep humble and you'll see that every thing will be a success Blessings my friend

[@stevenkern5659]

those combines are called plot pickers and they have a lot of tech on them those little ones are cute as all get out. Becks is a good company I have hauled a few loads of seed out of there kind of interesting to see the green house and all the research there is lot of work that goes into getting the seeds for the next crop avalibale

[@justitia257]

Ciao Fantastica Creatura..Difendiamo la Terra e le Terre coltivabili..Questo Bellissimo Pianeta ci ospita e ci AMA..AMIAMOLO

[@shannonm2689]

Love all the videos from Ontario Canada

[@chotuusian4127]

Nice trip and looking lovely

[@jimbeck820]

Best seats available!!!! You are just too adorable!!

[@bretts4343]

Welcome to the neighborhood! You were literally 1.5 miles from my house. I drive that roundabout where you had the little clip of the tractor. My daughter played soccer with one of the Beck grand kids - they are a super nice family and do a lot for the area.

[@kevinsale1365]

Glad you got to experience what Becks is all about . There is simply no other seed company giving back to customers like Becks does . Hope u give their seed a try and another great thing is the research they will be doing in your own state just down the road at Goehner ! I'm a Becks dealer in SE Kansas and going into our 7th year selling for them after selling Dekalb for 32 years . Give Becks seed a try you won't be disappointed. Hope ya'll have a great 2023 , big fan of your videos ...

[@mcj01915]

Thank you for sharing. I hope Grant and you had a great Thanksgiving.

[@gogoaga602]

All love and appreciation from Egypt

[@cltmeck]

I just love to see the passion you have in what you and Grant are doing. Next year as I'm driving out to Washington for an annual camping trip I'll be thinking of you all. Btw, if you ever need some extra hand's I'd love to help. The thrill of the harvest and a tight schedule to beat the weather is golden in my mind anyways. Be safe you guy's.

[@AKDon-w5b]

Looking pretty sharp for O-early thirty Laura! What an Agribusiness woman you're becoming. May blessings continue to befall Grant and you.

[@Doug_Morgan]

Back around 2008-9 I was being flown to project meetings with engineers on our company Citation jets. Being an aviation buff it made it even better. I felt privileged to know my field experience and knowledge was valued by the project engineers which changed some aspects of the projects I was involved in.

[@stevenboughner7255]

Laura & Grant Welcome to Indiana. When you said Becks I new you were coming here and hope you enjoyed your visit to my home. You work hard so you deserve a break in the action. Great video looking forward to more. Stay safe and may GOD Bless.

[@misterj597]

Wow! What a rare and exciting opportunity. So cool to see a glimpse into how our food (or some of it, anyway) is produced and the different aspects of making sure that a tiny seed feeds as many people as possible.

[@jamesramsey7159]

I'm glad you were able to take and enjoy the excursion to/with Becks. It just elevates your agriculture knowledge. 👍

[@hugeblue]

Enjoyed the tour Video.

[@tonybodele8585]

Hi Laura, I'm a French in a French seed compagny (Staphyt) and I find your video and channel very interesting. The Staphyt compagny is present in about 19 countries mainly in Europe but also in Brazil and I hope maybe soon in the United States. My work is to sow and harvest some crops trials like corn silage/grain ,wheat, barley, peas, canola, etc. They are a few combine's brands like Wintersteiger, Haldrup, Almaco, etc I'm enjoying for increase my english even if I don't understand everything. Thanks for your videos !

[@RobertP-kk5ou]

I strongly believe you will have your own private jet someday.

[@finlayfraser9952]

Looking fabulous Laura!

[@michaelwilliams7481]

Laura & Grant, in a private jet, that is what I call high-flying. After both of you worked so hard farming this year, nobody should envy either of you a bit of privilege in your life's. Thanks for taking us on your trip. Love from Mike. ❤

[@lilljunior21]

Off subject, we use a mini harvester like that red one but a John deere version back in Mexico. Ours only has a 6 row head. Ours is a lot older though ..

[@davidcolgan3268]

Thanks for sharing! When I was in college, I worked in the Corn Genetics Dept where the agronomists were developing parent stock for use by the seed corn companies. I was involved in the hand planting, hand harvesting, and hand shelling of the corn. Seeing all the seed stock in that one room took me back.

[@chrislovett6120]

That’s so cool you got to fly on a private jet. Very interesting content Laura, I can’t wait to see what else you and Grant get into this off season.

[@VonBluesman]

Laura I have always believed You could be a professional agriculture news correspondent or company representative. You have a very pleasant personality, a great positive attitude, very knowledgeable about subject material, and are a natural on camera. Grant could continue to do what he does best, being your #1 love in your life. ❤😂 LOL.

[@tommy..980]

Looks like from your flight path you flew right over my farm in Illinois… enjoyable video- Thanks 😊

[@roberttribbie9179]

Very cool facility, with all they do, would they be to.. if you send them a bucket full (soil sample) of your dirt, could they analyze it and tell you which seed to plant to increase your production... and or suggestions on fertilizers for the same (increased production) ?

[@davidkimmel4216]

Thank you for coming to Becks and also visiting Indiana.

[@marionberry6909]

Great video, you and Grant were made for each other. It is wonderful how you two support each other. Loved the tour.

[@TheFarmersLife]

If those windmills were in Indiana you might have caught a glimpse of our farm just a bit to the East!

[@eltoro777]

Hey you 2. Well you've officially made it. Now that you're Jet Setters. Lol. Really proud of you both. Also not gonna lie, mildly a bit Jello. But that's life. Grants a great guy and you're a extraordinary lady Laura. Stay golden you 2. You seem to only grow more bueatiful each day. Just a fact. Trent S.. Mount Shasta CA

[@garrettleehoward6533]

Really Enjoyed The Tour & I Thank Y'all For Everything

[@michaelkastrian7223]

great video, great experience for you both . well deserved..

[@Chris-bz1ym]

Your KZbin Channel is a lot of fun, you would be a good educator. You are enthusiastic and make it interesting as well as fun. Since you are on the subject of seed, I have a question that has been bothering me for a long time. Cornstalks produce one ear of corn per harvest. Soybeans average 51.9 bushels and wheat 51.7 bushels per acre, while corn produces about 15 bushels in a good year. With all the overhead involved to farm, how do corn farmers make a profit? Is there profit in the silage? I guess I'm worried about resources and the future. 🤔😕

[@scottsoper1213]

OOPs; corn averages over 200 bushels an acre. also see Cole the Cornstar KZbin video "How Much Money Do Farmer's Make" Also Grant and Laura have well above average yields per acre. There is likely no money in silage but it will likely help one feed ones animals in winter which one hopes to make money on.

[@wannabedal-adx458]

Great video Laura. When I was trying to break into the private jet industry, I met some pilots from John Deere. They said their flights were half what you experienced. Picking up farmers from different areas and bringing them back to the company for a tour and discussions. Basically a big sales trip. This is a far cry from what most people think about business jet fliers, stuffy rich people, well dressed, sipping Champaign, and eating caviar. Beck's uses their jets as a business tool just like a tractor. It serves a purpose to get a job done. I hope people see why business jets exist! (Now off my soap box). Are all the seeds Becks grows and sells organic? I am curious about your views comparing organic and non-organic seeds and if they are good for you down the line? thanks Laura.

[@scottsoper1213]

A business jet is a fun business tool!!! GMO crops, depending on which crop, make weeding easier and produce more. One farmer who was growing certified organic said that on the whole we can't feed the world using organic because it takes more ground to grow the same amount. I should of saved that video...... There is a reason why GMO was invented and that is to produce more and do that more easily.

[@wannabedal-adx458]

@@scottsoper1213 I get that. But some countries are starting to ban GMOs, based on evidence of what they do to people long term. I'm not a tree hugger, but I do believe that putting the best food source into your body is one of the keys to long term health.

[@scottsoper1213]

@@wannabedal-adx458 My opinion is that there is no health issue with GMOs any more than with say peanuts. Some people are so allergic to peanuts that they could die if exposed! Should we ban peanuts because of these few? I believe they have banned them on airliners but the rest of us should be able to enjoy them in other locations. Also I do not trust governments to make the correct choice. Yes they are banning GMOs in some places, but is that in the interest of the people or in the interest of a government that wants more power? Netherlands is a perfect example of dictating farm policy in the name of the people and the planet but now they will likely not be exporting food but importing food. Given that Governments seem to believe in Man Made Global Climate Change for political reasons I am inclined to believe that banning GMO food is a similar effort to disrupt and get control just for the sake of power.

[@duanehenicke6602]

@@wannabedal-adx458 and just what is GMO doing to peoples bodies?

[@dmorgan28]

Thanks for this tour. It was very interesting. Cool video. 👍❤️

[@williamrice9557]

Laura that was great tour and see research that goes help farm produce better crops as well

[@sjsz06]

I worked for BellSouth to finish up my 30 year career. During that time I got to fly on a number of company planes. Cessna Citations, King Airs, and such.

[@sjsz06]

Once I was in Birmingham and ended up on the CEO’s private plane that was dead heading back to Atlanta. That was a Citation. Very nicely appointed.

[@darrelllowery8854]

I had the privilege of riding in one of those jets a few years back and was very impressed with Beck’s company as well as the family and the Christian atmosphere and the care they had for employees and customers!

[@randyq3955]

Laura, I have enjoyed watching a lot of you clips. I would suggest seeing about getting a tour of the green house at the University of Nebraska Innovation campus. I have been through there. It is very interesting how they use photograph to monitor and measure plants and the automated system they use. There is also a greenhouse by Gohner that is operated by Bayer. They work in connection with the university and are researching wheat. I have not been able to get a tour there but would enjoy watching you visit. I live only about 2 miles east of you and recognize some of the areas you drive from my younger days .

[@jeffstone7912]

Wow, sounds like a very educational and fun trip.

[@chasbo25]

I love plant tours and learning about all sorts if indsutries. Thanks for sharing this tour. I'm winding down my career and don't travel on business anymore, but I used to do a lot of it and nothing beats meeting clients and prospective clients in person. It is the best way to show your enthusiasm for what you do and the value you can bring. Plus it's fun to meet so many people, for me, from coast to coast in the major cities. I never got private jet flights, but after many years I did only fly first class, which is a bit closer to private.😂

[@Ticky66MN]

Really good to hear about the company. Family owned with great values would make me a customer if I were a farmer. I will talk to my dad about this company and buying their products for his farm. Thank you Laura and Grant.

[@ronhochstetler5648]

Your passion is inspiring. I can't thank you enough for bringing us along.

[@gilleslepeytre7449]

Bonjour Laura et à Grant super vidéo avec les explications chez le groupe Beck bonne fête fin novembre bises

[@btrent9244]

Good job. Your knowledge and experience are showing. Nice educational opportunity. Thank you 👍🇺🇸🚜.

[@johnensminger7675]

Wow you lucky one! Nice plane! Looks great! Fascinating! Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us! Cool stuff!! Love your channel!

[@mickfrombrisbane1733]

Not luck or anything to do with God, talent, initiative and hard work.

[@Chuckles1418]

What a great trip. Loved that everyone was standing on the beams on the glass floor 😉

[@Skynd303]

I was down in Buena Vista CO this past weekend and wondered how are your pivot systems winterized? Could you do a video on that??

[@jimmyjenkins9240]

That was a lot of fun and I learned a lot. I enjoy watching you and Grant learn and grow. Can’t wait to see what happens at the new Wilson homestead this spring!

[@MrArayvw]

Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@scottdavenport4700]

We use Becks seed and are pretty happy with it.

[@joefudd]

Wow! Laura was looking extra pretty there! Really nice hairdo and clothes! But that girl could wear a burlap sack and make it look pretty! LOL I think that she will have a few more rides on private jets in her future. She and her family rock!

[@tomchalupsky5199]

What a fun opportunity for you guys

[@RVMD95]

Laura. How is it you get more beautiful every video? Enjoy your wonderful youth. Us old folks would love to be your age again!

[@ralphkearns7600]

Thank you for another fantastic video. I hope that you and yours had a great Thanksgiving!!!

[@lefracing46]

I loved when employed with Caterpillar going to the trade shows, marketing events, seminars,,, ect.... I wish 15 years ago I had the privilege of KZbin. What a remarkable marketing tool for you guys! Love it!!!

[@zaynevanday142]

Dang Laura how the heck can you wake up that early and still look like a super model 😂❤

[@mickfrombrisbane1733]

Because she and her husband totally understand that her looks sell. More power to both of them.

[@kiboshkooks]

Considiering corn can grow roots upto its length those little buckets surly would be effecting their growth .... so not ideal results surly

[@GKsGS400]

Oooo a Dassault Falcon 900. Looks like an early 2000's model, Sweeet.

[@HyphenDude]

Indianapolis is my hometown. Awesome to see you visited there. I actually used to live less than a mile from the airport you flew into and would go plane spot there on weekends.

[@devonlengacher3403]

With her awesome personality she'll be a good mom when God blesses them with children.

[@mickfrombrisbane1733]

Why is it that God doesn't bless some wholly deserving couples?

[@jeremygarst394]

@MickfromBrisbane sometimes the answer to that question goes unanswered in this earthly life. My condolences for those struggling with infertility. I think children are such a gift from God, no one can truly be deserving of one. But whatever befalls us, trust in the Lord who is near to the brokenhearted.

[@rodneyevans5525]

Thanks for the information. And glad your learning new things

[@richardgoerlich1261]

Very informative video, thank you for taking us along.

[@DaydreamAboutNiceThings]

So cool ! I have been blessed to fly on a private jet but it wasn’t as big as that one. You guys are amazing I’m sure you will get more opportunities !!