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TopSoil Podcast digs into the hottest topics in agriculture including carbon intensity, soil health & precision ag. CEO Mitchell Hora & other Continuum Ag Representatives sit down with industry leaders to provide an opportunity for you to educate yourself on the latest and greatest in agriculture… and we want you to be along for the journey!
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Join Continuum Ag’s Mitchell Hora and Faith Larson of Mickelson & Co. for an in-depth discussion on the evolving world of federal tax credits, including 45Z tax credits. With new opportunities rapidly emerging, biofuel producers and farmers need to understand how to strategically position their operations to capture value. Mickelson & Co., a leading tax credit brokerage, shares insights on what’s happening behind the scenes, what changes to watch for, and how producers can maximize t...
In this 75th episode of CI Chit Chat, Continuum Ag CEO & Founder Mitchell Hora dives into the latest updates on the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit and shares an exciting new opportunity for farmers to tap into R&D tax credits. Mitchell covers: ✅ Where things stand with 45Z and what farmers & biofuel producers should be doing now ✅ How tax credit brokerage works (and why it matters for biofuel plants & farmers) ✅ The importance of knowing your CI Score and preparing farm...
Stay up to date with everything related to Carbon Intensity (CI), 45Z tax credits, sustainable ag markets, and more on our weekly CI Chit Chat series! Whether you're a farmer, ag business, or just trying to make sense of where things are headed, this series helps you stay in the know.
Stay up to date with everything related to Carbon Intensity (CI), 45Z tax credits, sustainable ag markets, and more on our weekly CI Chit Chat series! In Episode 72, Continuum Ag’s CEO & Founder Mitchell Hora shares the latest updates, answers farmer questions, and provides valuable insights into what’s happening in the low CI grain and clean fuel space. Whether you're a farmer, ag business, or just trying to make sense of where things are headed, this series helps you stay in the know....
In Episode 70 of CI Chit Chat, Mitchell Hora discusses the latest updates on the Big Beautiful Bill currently being worked on in D.C., with hopes that it will be signed by the end of the week. The bill includes 45Z — the Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit — which could be a game-changer for agriculture. Mitchell also shares exciting news: Continuum Ag was named Business of the Week by Senator Joni Ernst!
The 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit isn’t “coming”—it’s here. In Episode 71 of CI Chit Chat, Mitchell breaks down what the finalized 45Z timeline means for ethanol producers and row‑crop farmers alike, why real‑world Carbon Intensity (CI) scores are suddenly non‑negotiable, and the exact data you’ll need on hand to capture the new premiums. 🔑 What you’ll learn: - How 45Z got locked in through 2029 - Questions from farmers about CI scoring - What ethanol companies must sort out before harves...
In episode 69 of the CI Chit Chat, Continuum Ag CEO & founder Mitchell Hora breaks down the latest updates on the 45Z tax credit for low-carbon liquid biofuels, including its path through Congress, bipartisan support, and what’s next for the policy. 👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments and don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more CI Chit Chat content! 🌾 Learn more and get your CI Score: https://www.topsoil.ag 📧 Reach our team: sales@continuum.ag
One of the most talked-about sessions at the 2025 TopSoil Summit—this Farmer Panel brings together three powerhouse producers from across the ag spectrum for a raw, insightful discussion on the future of farming. Continuum Ag’s VP of Operations, Carolyn King, moderates a dynamic conversation featuring: 🌾 Josh Nelson – A conservation-first Iowa farmer using no-till, cover crops, and alternative rotations. 🌍 John Carroll – A global ag entrepreneur building a legacy from Iowa to Brazil. 👷♂️ Ma...
This must-watch panel from Continuum Ag'sTopSoil Summit unpacks 45Z. The 45Z Connections Panel helps explain how 45Z could shape the future of agriculture and renewable fuels. Moderated by Continuum Ag's COO Brad McDonald, this panel featured experts who break down the legal, financial, and compliance angles of this new federal incentive: Molly Stevens – Analyst at Mickelson & Company Walks through monetizing 45Z, how ethanol producers can benefit, and how farmers can tap into new oppor...
The Big Beautiful Bill is signed — 45Z is officially LOCKED IN through 2029! This emergency press conference breaks down what this means for farmers, biofuel producers, and ag companies. ✅ How 45Z helps you earn premiums on low-CI grain ✅ Key takeaways from the Big Beautiful Bill when it comes to 45Z ✅ Next steps to profit from low-carbon agriculture 👉 Watch now to stay ahead in the low-CI grain market. Get your CI Score at https://topsoil.ag/
Geoff Cooper, President & CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, kicked off Continuum Ag's TopSoil Summit with a powerful keynote: “Farmers & BioFuels: A Time-Tested Connection.” In his presentation, Geoff explored the longstanding partnership between agriculture and the biofuels industry, sharing timely insights on: ✅ The current state of renewable fuels ✅ Updates from Washington, D.C., including the latest on Section 45Z ✅ Market trends in the Renewable Fuel Standard, trade oppor...
At the 2025 TopSoil Summit, Zach Johnson, better known to his 1 M+ followers as the Millennial Farmer, delivered a powerful and personal keynote. Zach shared stories from his life on the farm, explained why he’s passionate about agriculture, and emphasized the importance of helping the public understand what farmers do and why. A 6th-generation farmer, Zach blends old-school work ethic with a love for modern ag tech. His wit, honesty, and passion for bridging the gap between farmers and cons...
At the TopSoil Summit, Dan Uppena from Corteva shared insights on the importance of matching the Right Biological to the Right Acre. He emphasized how tailored biological solutions can help farmers maximize productivity and sustainability on every field.
Dive into this powerful panel from the TopSoil Summit as industry leaders discuss the future of biofuels and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Learn how agriculture is positioned to play a pivotal role in transforming clean fuels for aviation and beyond. ✨ Featured Speakers: Meg Whitty — Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Marketing at LanzaJet, a global leader in SAF development. Meg shares insights from her 17+ years in biofuels, spanning USDA, United Airlines, and cutting-edge SAF supp...
Join Continuum Ag’s CEO Mitchell Hora with Director of Sales Chad Scebold to learn the who, what, when, where and why of Carbon Intensity (CI) Certification. In the first four episodes, they defined Carbon Intensity and outlined Tax Credits, now in their fifth and final episode as part of this five part series, Chad & Mitch discuss how growers can get certified and get paid for their low CI grain. Stay tuned for the all 5 episodes of the CI Effect Series: Farming's New Buzz Word - Carbo...
Continuum Ag’s CEO Mitchell Hora and Director of Sales Chad Scebold have been discussing all things related to Carbon Intensity in this 5 Part Mini Series called the CI Effect. Today Mitch & Chad discuss the Section 45Z tax credits and the significance this will have on your farm, stay tuned for this deeper dive into the 45Z Tax Credits. Stay tuned for the all 5 episodes of the CI Effect Series: Farming's New Buzz Word - Carbon Intensity (Part 1 of 5)Carbon Intensity (CI) Sc...
In part 3 of this 5 part mini series about Carbon Intensity, Continuum Ag’s CEO Mitchell Hora talks with Director of Sales Chad Scebold about the HIGH demand for ‘LOW CI’ Grain in the marketplace… AND why it is so important for farmers and ethanol plants to collaborate on this initiative. Make sure to listen in to find out why Chad likes to say… “There has never been a better time.” Stay tuned for the all 5 episodes of the CI Effect Series: Farming's New Buzz Word - Carbon Intensity ...
In this segment of our CI Effect Series, Director of Sales Chad Scebold & CEO Mitchell Hora talk about the Carbon Intensity (CI) Scoring System, How to Calculate the Grower Baseline Score, What is the National Average CI Score… and why all of this is important for farmers to position themselves in the marketplace. Stay tuned for the all 5 episodes of the CI Effect Series: Farming's New Buzz Word - Carbon Intensity (Part 1 of 5)Carbon Intensity (CI) Scoring 101 (Part 2 of 5)High De...
Learn about Farming’s NEWEST Buzz Word… Carbon Intensity (CI) from Continuum Ag’s CEO Mitchell Hora and Director of Sales, Chad Scebold. These farmers are experts in the Carbon Intensity space and want to help educate you on the Who, What, When, Where, & Why of Carbon Intensity… and most importantly how it affects you. You won’t want to miss the first segment in this 5 part mini series on the CI Effect. Stay tuned for the all 5 episodes of the CI Effect Series: Farming's New Buzz...
The Big Beautiful Bill is signed — 45Z is officially LOCKED IN through 2029! This emergency press conference breaks down what this means for farmers, biofuel producers, and ag companies. ✅ How 45Z helps you earn premiums on low-CI grain ✅ Key takeaways from the Big Beautiful Bill when it comes to 45Z ✅ Next steps to profit from low-carbon agriculture 👉 Watch now to stay ahead in the low-CI grain market. Get your CI Score at https://topsoil.ag/
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