# Ag Warriors Ep. 41 | From Military Involvement to Farm Equipment Reporter

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Podcast: [AgWarriors](https://stenobird.com/podcast/agwarriors-6571522)
Published: 2025-11-13T23:59:07+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2751

## Resource

Andy Castillo grew up in Massachusetts without a farming background, and he believes that gives him a unique perspective when reporting on farm equipment and machinery as an editor at Farm Progress. In this episode, he shares some of the new technologies and standout stories he has covered over the years, emphasizing the opportunities in agriculture even for those who didn’t grow up in the industry. The conversation spans from his love of sports and travel, how he got his start in journalism alongside his military involvement, and the value of farm shows in creating educational opportunities for farmers. Andy also discusses the growing need in ag media to better understand the ROI of new technologies and equipment so information can clearly communicate the value behind these innovations.

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