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feeders or hitting target weights, that really add
up.”
Partnership with PIPESTONE has also proven
instrumental in the Weber family’s growth
plans. The depth of knowledge they offer—
from veterinary expertise to nutrition and
昀椀nancial advice—has been a game-changer.
Justin values the research and practical
Brady, Irv, and Justi
n Weber farm toge
ther in Eastern Iow
and soybeans and
trials Pipestone conducts, which give him the
a, raising corn
昀椀nishing 30,000 of
ho
gs per year.
con昀椀dence to implement new strategies on
the farm. “The trials they do aren’t things we
wouldn’t consider trying ourselves, but it’s nice to
have someone else to test it on a larger scale,” he says.
years of working side by side. Re昀氀ecting on
Together, these resources help ensure that the farm is
his journey, Justin recalls, “I was lucky. During my senior
well-positioned for future growth and success.
year of high school, our neighbor asked Dad about
renting his farm. Dad’s response was, ‘I won’t, but
Justin will.’” This pivotal moment set him on his path
The Joy of Harvest and Looking Ahead
in agriculture and laid the foundation for growing the
Harvest time is one of Justin’s favorite seasons. “It’s
farm while honoring that spirit of collaboration.
rewarding to see the fruits of your labor,” he says.
His vision for the future is clear as he watches his son,
“This fall has been fantastic—yields have exceeded
Brady. “He’s driving the skid loader around the farm,
expectations, and the weather has been kind. Plus, it’s a
just like I did when I was young,” Justin says with a
fun time because the pigs come off their summer slump
smile. “I don’t want him to grow up too fast, but I can’t
and start really thriving.”
wait until he’s out here every day with me and Dad.”
For Justin and his family, farming has always been
more than a business—it’s a family affair. The bond
between him and his father has deepened through
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