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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to share his Pick of the Week and discuss several other auctions he is watching. We discuss President Trump's waiver of the Jones Act with Ken Eriksen of Polaris Analystics & Consulting. And Troy Deutmeyer of Pioneer reports on the impact from recent storms in the Midwest.
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Chip Flory led the Free-for-All with Jim Wiesemeyer, Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast and Shaun Haney, RealAgriculture. Farm Bill... MCOOL... E15... SNAP and more. Jennifer Shike previewed Farm Journal PORK’s “sow blitz.”
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Host Chip Flory talked SREs, EPA and E15 with Emily Skor, CEO Growth Energy; updated corn, soybean and spring wheat crop estimates with Mindy McMurtry, S&P Global Energy; and RIN market trade and what it tells us about the health of biofuels markets with Jordan Fife, President of Trade, BioUrja.
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Haley Bickelhaupt with a news update and perspective on grain storage capacity from Margy Eckelkamp from The Scoop. Chip Flory talked with U.S. Farm Report host Tyne Morgan about an upcoming land-rights story and had a Farmer Forum with Chad Ingels from Iowa and Ryan Wagner from South Dakota.
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Randy Dowdy from Breaking Barriers with R&D podcast reported in from the combine on his Georgia farm where he is headed out to open the first field of the year and David Hula reported on his visit to York, Nebraska. Host Chip Flory talked about the latest Ag Economy Barometer with Dr. Joana Colussi from Purdue University and got details of EPA decision on 6 SRE requests and on the failed union vote at Cargill in Fort Morgan.
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Bret Walts bamwx.com with weather. Greg Peterson, Machinery Pete, preview of this week's big auctions. Chip Flory and USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden about USDA reorganization, DOJ fertilizer investigation, CCC funding and more. Former FDA deputy commissioner Frank Yiannas on cyclospora outbreak and food safety.
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U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas joins us for a few minutes with a Farm Bill/E15 update. The Friday Free-for-all is in full swing today with Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast and Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture. Topics include plans to reopen border with Mexico, E15, Federal Reserve decision on interest rates, EPA and SREs and more.
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Robert White of the Renewable Fuels Association joins us to discuss developments on year-round E15 on the federal level plus California. Dr. Vince Malanga of LaSalle Economics shares perspective on the Federal Reserve decision to leave interest rates unchanged. And Farm Journal's Chris Bennett talks about his reporting on data centers in rural America.
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We’re going to spend some time talking about what’s happening in the cattle and beef markets today – Justin Tupper from U.S. Cattlemen’s Association will weigh in with his thoughts on USDA’s plan to reopen the border to cattle trade with Mexico. This week’s Farmer Forum features cow-calf operations from northeastern Iowa and northwestern Nebraska...Scott McGregor and Casey Schumacher are back.
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We check in with Bob Elliott of Unlimited Funds for his perspective on what decisions may come out of the FOMC meeting. Dan Basse of AgResource Company previews Yield Academy. And Michelle Rook interviews Courtney Knupp who will be the new CEO at USB.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – takes us through recent auction and shares his Pick of the Week plus he's joined by Tony Bannon of WAVE AG. The Scoop's Margy Eckelkamp talks with Wes Davis of Meridian Agribusiness Advisors about the trajectory of the current ag economy.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all with panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast and Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture talk about tariffs, Russia and Ukraine, the situation with Iran, trade, Farm Bill and a lot more.
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Former U.S. Senator Jon Tester of Montana joins us on behalf of the U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee - Minority to discuss the financial strain U.S. farmers are under due to high costs including fuel and inputs. Ambassador Gregg Doud, former chief agricultural negotiator for the Office of the US Trade Representative, talks about the priorities of the U.S. Milk Producers Federation. And Dr. Michael Cordonnier of Soybean and Corn Advisor shares perspective on 2026 crops and the factors impacting his esitmates.
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U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley joins us to discuss the status of E15 in the Senate, the Farm Bill, and overhauling H-2A. And our Farmer Forum features Ken McCauley of Kansas and Ben Riensche of Iowa. Topics include input costs, crop conditions, and dissatisfaction with USDA-NASS farmer surveys.
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We chat with Randy Dowdy and David Hula of Breaking Barriers with R&D and hear from NCBA CEO Colin Woodall about the recent Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting and Iowa State extension plant pathologist Alison Robertson shares details of newly discovered Southern Rust in Iowa.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – shares a story about the importance of the personal stories behind some of the used equipment that is sold at auctions, plus he reports on some prices recently fetched, and previews a few upcoming auctions. Soy Transportation Coalition executive director Mike Steenhoek talks about the recent unanimous approval of WERDA by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Mississippi River projects, and the latest on the Union Pacific acquisition of Norfolk Southern.
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We get through a lot of topics on this week's Friday Free-for-all with Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast and Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio. The uptick in hostilities between Ukraine and Russia, watching the global wheat market, President Trump's address to the nation, re-negotiating USMCA, tariffs on many Brazilian imports, and a lot more.
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Paul Neiffer – The Farm CPA – joins us to provide an update on SDRP, ECAP, ARC, PLC and Bill Lapp of Advanced Economic Solutions shares perspective on cooler than expected inflation data for June.
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Joe Del Bosque of Del Bosque Farms in California joins us to provide some first-hand perspective on the challenges with hiring and maintaining a workforce in California and the United States. And our Farmer Forum this week features Sherman Newlin of Illinois, who talks about crop conditions in the Midwest, and Jack Lavers of California, who talks about the growing menace of wild wolves.
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House Ag Committee Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson talks about the critical importance of overhauling agricultural labor law and how his bi-partisan bill addresses many of those issues in order to secure domestic food production. And Kevin Marcus of Marcus Weather, Inc. shares his outlook through mid-August, warns of risk of crop stress west of the Mississippi River, plus concerns for France and India.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – provides a report on recent and upcoming auctions of used machinery equipment, including his Pick of the Week, and shares a personal story of the loss of a fan. And Professor Alison Robertson of Iowa State University, joins us to share her insights on various potential disease pressures in Iowa.
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Friday Free-for-all panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast and Dr. John Newton, vice president of public policy and economic analysis at American Farm Bureau Federation, discuss trade with China, recent AFBF meetings and reports, Ukraine/Russia conflict, USA/Iran conflict, trade with Spain and more.
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Shawn Hackett of Hackett Financial Advisors joins us to discuss grain market conditions, weather, crop outlook, and WASDE. Professor Dr. Derrell Peel of Oklahoma State University talks about changes to cattle industry and shares perspective on why fed cattle futures have been under pressure. Krista Swanson, chief economist at National Corn Growers Association, takes us through NCGA's recently-released cost comparison study.
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The latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer was released yesterday and Dr. Joana Colussi, assistant professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics at Purdue joins us to discuss the details of the survey. And this week's Farmer Forum features Luke Lauritsen of Nebraska and Caleb Hamer of Iowa, who share their thoughts on current conditions in the field and in Washington, D.C.
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David Hula of Breaking Barriers with R&D joins us to discuss crop conditions and decision-making this time of the year. National Corn Growers Association president Jed Bower talks about NCGA strategy to build demand.
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Greg Peterson, you know him as Machinery Pete, presents his reports and Pick of the Week, and has a special guest join us – Alex Kerr of Kerr Auction. Bob Hemesath of Farmers for Free Trade weighs in on the current USMCA agreement expiring. And Angie Setzer of Consus Ag Consulting talks about weather and USDA reports and how the markets have been reacting.
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It's a national holiday in observance of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America. This week's Friday Free-for-all with Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives and Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio talks about the significance of this 4th of July, plus issues including suspending fertilizer countervailing duties and ending USMCA.
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USDA Deputy Secretary Judge Stephen Vaden joins us to discuss fertilizer countervailing duties, $500 million to expand domestic fertilizer production, and the Strengthening Processing for U.S. Ranchers (S.P.U.R.) program. Alltech global vice president of ESG Tara McCarthy joins us to discuss their annual Sustainability Report. And Geoff Cooper, president and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, shares details from RFA's recent poll of American consumers on energy independence.
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Scott Davis of Bullpen Trading reviews the USDA reports plus we have a Farmer Forum with Kelly Garrett of Iowa and we welcome Ryan Vos of Minnesota.
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We check in with Farm Journal agronomist Ken Ferrie of Crop-Tech Consulting about the upcoming Corn College and Yield Academy events, plus crop conditions in his area. Phil Flynn of The Price Futures Group shares perspective on the global energy markets, particularly oil and the situation with Iran.
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Greg Peterson, a.k.a. Machinery Pete, talks about trends he's seeing in the used equipment market plus shares recent auction highlights, including his Pick of the Week. Mitchell Hora of Continuum.Ag joins us to discuss USDA's carbon intensity calculator for 45Z. And Jennifer Strailey of The Packer discusses USMCA evaluation from the U.S. produce perspective.
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We have the traditional Friday Free-for-all back...it's live and features Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast and Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture. Topics include recapping another busy ag news week starting with Supreme Court's ruling on pesticides, Farm Bill in the Senate, Iran, special dinner celebrating ag at the White House and more.
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We get an update on global input supply from Corey Rosenbusch, president and CEO of The Fertilizer Institute. Then Jim McCormick of AgMarket.net walks us through their planted acreage estimates report. And worthwhile breaking news regarding the Supreme Court ruling on pesticides.
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Clean Fuels Alliance America CEO Donnell Rehagen joins us to talk about policy initiatives involving bio fuels and we have a Farmer Forum featuring Mike Appert of North Dakota and Randy Urmacher of Nebraska.
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Brent Hershey of Hershey Ag and American Meat Producers Association joins us to discuss his support of California's Prop 12 and opposition to the Save Our Bacon Act in Congress. John McClure, head of market advisory at Farmers Business Network, shares details of FBN's latest acreage report. And Drovers editorial director Angie Stump Denton fills us in on another pest affecting livestock: Asian Longhorned Ticks.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – is back this week and he catches us up with various auction prices including his Pick of the Week. And with all the volatile weather happing we decided to have an extended conversation with Bret Walts of BAMWX.com. And Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast reports on what's going on with Iran and also the Farm Bill in the Senate.
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With government offices and the markets closed in observance of Juneteenth holiday, we have pre-recorded a brand new Friday Free-for-all with Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast and Iowa farmer Tim Burrack. Topics include biofuels, Iran, the new Federal Reserve chairman and a lot more.
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USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden joins us to discuss New World screwworm response, department reorganization efforts, fertilizer concerns and more. Dan Basse of AgResource Company shares perspective on the deal with Iran and issues in Brazil. Mindy McMurtry of S&P Global Energy takes us through their recent US acreage update.
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There's a campaign targeting public elected officials who support California's Prop 12 fix in the Farm Bill and it will expand. Rob Brenneman, president of the National Pork Producers Council joins us to explain the situation. And we have a Farmer Forum with Ron Suppes of Kansas and Scott Berger of Iowa. Topics include crop conditions in the midst of a lot of rain, wheat harvest report, thoughts on ag economy and more.
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Randy Dowdy and David Hula of Breaking Barriers with R&D join us for a crop progress update and report on climate conditions. Drovers editorial director Angie Stump Denton shares details of her trip to Texas and Ground Zero of New World screwworm reaching the United States. Mariah Saffa of Dairy MAX talks about reaching new generations to consume dairy products.
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The Department of Energy released an update to the 45Z-CF GREET Model and Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor talks about what it means for biofuels plus keeping an eye on E15 as it gets worked on in the Senate. U.S. Meat Export Federation president and CEO Dan Halstrom joins us to discuss pork and beef exports through April and share reaction to the New World screwworm situation. American Farm Bureau is celebrating 250 years of farming in America, coinciding with the nation's upcoming 250th anniversary of its founding. We have Donna Worthington-Williams of North Carolina join us to talk about this commemoration and her own family farm's contribution going back to 1837.
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Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and RealAg Radio moderates this week's Friday Free-for-all with panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast, NCGA president Jed Bower, and John Newton of American Farm Bureau Federation. Topics include Iran war strategy, E15 in the Senate, New World screwworm and a lot more.
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USDA Under Secretary of Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg joins us from Kentucky to discuss record U.S. exports and trade opportunities and New World screwworm response. Texas Department of Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller provides an update on the situation with New World screwworm, including various ideas to eradicate it, and other potential challenges down the road. And Nancy Martinez, director of public policy, trade and biotechnology at NCGA, tells us about the Agricultural Coalition for USMCA.
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It's Wednesday so that means it's time for the Farmer Forum and this week we have Caleb Ragland of Kentucky and Bob Worth in Minnesota. A main topic of the conversation is the need for good policy, not politics, to help farmers successfully run their businesses outright and not rely on government aid. Then the Packer's editorial director Jennifer Strailey joins us from Washington, D.C. to report on the International Fresh Produce Association's conference.
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U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa joins guest host Michelle Rook to talk about the New World screwworm situation plus provide an update to the Senate's work on the new Farm Bill. More New World screwworm coverage on AgriTalk with a conversation with Dr. Russ Daly, extension veterinarian at South Dakota State University. Jeff Jackson is an alfalfa and forage specialist with CROPLAN by Winfield and he shares information on drought issues.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – is our guest host this morning. He is joined by Brent Ulmer of Ulmer Auctions in Ashley, North Dakota minutes before a big 2-day live auction gets underway. Then Kent Hogeboom of Construction Equipment Guide talks about the crossover of farmers wanting/needing a variety of equipment. And of course Machinery Pete gives us his Pick of the Week, which is perhaps the most unusual yet.
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Friday Free-for-all panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast and Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture discuss apparent midterm election trends, New World screwworm, impending final 45Z rules, and the general mood of rural America.
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Day Two of our coverage of World Pork Expo 2026 is made possible by United Animal Health. We discuss developing news about New World screwworm found in Texas. Guests include Dr. Patrick Webb assistant chief veterinarian at the National Pork Board, National Pork Producers Council vice president Pat Hord, and Illinois Pork Producers Association executive director Jennifer Tirey. Plus we have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in with past chair Meagan Kaiser discussing United Soybean Board's 35th anniversary.
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We are in Des Moines, Iowa for World Pork Expo 2026 with coverage sponsored by Alltech. We have a conversation with Chad Groves, CEO for Seaboard Foods and vice president at the National Pork Board. Then we have a special pork producer Farmer Forum featuring Todd Wiley and Trish Cook out of Iowa and Phil Hord from Ohio. Topics include fighting back against Prop 12 and other challenges.
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We hear from Randy Dowdy and David Hula of Breaking Barriers with R&D, Dr. Joana Colussi of Purdue University breaks down the latest Ag Economy Barometer, and The Farm CPA, Paul Neiffer, provides details on recent payment limits.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – is on the road today but he was kind enough to send a recorded report on auctions he's watching plus trends in the marketplace. Clean Fuels Alliance America vice president, public affairs Kurt Kovarik recently testified at a public hearing on Treasury’s proposed rule for the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit. He joins us to share his message and requests submitted to Congress. Soy Transportation Coalition executive director Mike Steenhoek provides an update on the proposed Union Pacific/Norfolk Southern railroad merger, plus shares perspective on the recent Congressional bill proposing to expand truck weight limits.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast and Farm Journal executive producer Clinton Griffiths, plus special guest Brian Willott, Missouri Corn Growers Association board member. Brian shares his experience of attending a special event in Texas where the FTC announced an investigation into the fertilizer industry.
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The Farm CPA Paul Neiffer joins us to talk about the base acres allocation going live on Monday, estimates on 2026 PLC payments for the major crops, Section 1033 and the one-year deferral. We discuss some of the rural-based issues and concerns regarding data centers with Dan Diorio of the Data Center Coalition. And Garrett Toay of AgTrader Talk joins us for some market evaluation.
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Alan Hoskins, president and national sales director at American Farm Mortgage & Financial Services, joins us to discuss current conditions for rural banks. And this week's Farmer Forum features Tim Gregerson of Nebraska and Brad Nelson of Minnesota, who share crop progress reports and thoughts on the direction of the country.
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Karen Bohnert FJ MILK and Phil Plourd EverAg with perspective on the "State of the Dairy Industry Report." Jim Wiesemeyer with updates and perspectives on Iran status, China trade, Senate's efforts on farm bill and E15. Don Close Terrain Ag on COF, slaughter capacity, change in Mexican market and more.
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It's Memorial Day which of course means it's Monday which of course means it's time for a conversation with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – about what's happening in the used machinery market. And as May is Mental Health Awareness Month we continue the conversation with Monica McConkey, Rural Mental Health Specialist at eyesonthehorizon.org. And Bret Walts of BAMWX.com shares and extended weather update.
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The Friday Free-for-all policy panel discussion features Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast and Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio. Topics include the Farm Bill in the Senate, deal status between U.S. and China, strategy with Iran, beef TRQs, Supreme Court on pesticide labeling and a lot more.
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Dr. Vince Malanga of LaSalle Economics joins us to share perspective on the Federal Reserve and the change in leadership and where they might go with interest rates, the threat to the global economy – especially concerning the current gap in oil supply, and more. Phil Flynn of The Price Futures Group adds his ideas about energy supply and markets recovering from the conflict with Iran.
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Dylan Mangel, assistant professor and extension plant pathologist at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, joins us to share a soybean cyst nematode management guide with the latest research, soil testing recommendations and practical tools for growers. This week's Farmer Forum features two pork industry contract growers based in Indiana, Tony Howard and Dusting Ripberger.
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We catch up with Randy Dowdy and David Hula of Breaking Barriers with R&D plus NCGA chief economist Krista Swanson joins us to share details of a recent analysis of E15 and the benefits for corn and soybean growers. And Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper talks about where E15 stands right now overall in Congress.
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This week Greg Peterson talks about recent new listings at MachineryPete.com plus reviews sales prices from an estate sale auction in Minnesota. U.S. Meat Export Federation president and CEO Dan Halstrom joins us to discuss changes to beef trade with China. Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast analyzes the real potential of the recent trade deals with China.
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Steve Censky of the American Soybean Association joins us to clear the air after a misleading headline concerning support of the House E15 bill. This week's Friday Free-for-all features panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast and Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio. Plus, Tyson Redpath of The Russell Group joins us to discuss the Farmer and Rancher Policy Sentiment Survey conducted by Farm Journal.
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In a bi-partisan vote yesterday, the House of Representatives passed nation-wide year-round E15. Now it heads to the U.S. Senate. We speak with U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa and U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra (IA-04) about getting to this point and where we go from here.
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Josh Linville of StoneX Group joins us to discuss price outlook for fertilizer and changes in inputs production, Straight of Hormuz impact and more. This week's Farmer Forum features Matt Splitter from Kansas and Quint Pottinger of Kentucky. Topics include crop progress, regional weather, challenges and opportunities, thoughts on policy and more.
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Scott Davis of Bullpen Trading joins us to help preview and get us ready for the World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report released today. May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, and Tara Haskins, Total Farmer Health Director at AgriSafe Network joins us to tell us about the resources available to help folks who are hurting to find helpful counsel.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins is to discuss his Pick of the Week plus other auctions he is watching. It's a big week for the grain markets, especially with regards to the future of E15. Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor joins us to discuss what is at stake plus all the benefits and growth of E15. Plus a weather update from Bret Walts of BAMWX.com and extended market technical analysis from Brian Splitt of AgMarket.net.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast and Shaun Haney of RealAg radio. Topics include E15 in Congress, post-IEEPA tariffs were ruled illegal, AgriStats settlement, upcoming US and China meeting, kltest on the war and the Strait of Hormuz, WASDE next week – the first official look at the 2026-27 marketing year.
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U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas was kind enough to call us while on a delegation to China ahead of President Trump's trip there. Agriculture and trade are most certainly among the topics being discussed there. U.S. Cattlemen's Association president Justin Tupper shares perspective on the investigation into the beef packers at a time when they've been losing money. And Brian Grete of Commstock Investments joins us to discuss the markets and potential impact from a meeting between U.S. and China's leaders.
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We go through the latest Ag Economy Barometer with Joana Colussi, Research Assistant Professor, Commercial Agricultural and Production Economics at Purdue University. The we have a Farmer Forum with Jay Myers of North Dakota and Bob Hemesath of Iowa.
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Randy Dowdy and David Hula of Breaking Barriers with R&D join us to bring us up to date on planting and growing status on their operations and around their regions. We welcome National Oilseed Processors Association president and CEO Devin Mogler to share NOPA's priorities and expansion of the industry. And Todd Horwitz of bubbatrading.com talks ag markets plus equities.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to share his Pick of the Week plus he introduces his guest Alex Kerr of Kerr Auction. Farm CPA Paul Neiffer shares some info about base acres, 2025 ARC and PLC. And we talk with FBN head of livestock Emily Zollinger.
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For this week's Friday Free-for-all Dr. John Newton, vice president of public policy and economic analysis at American Farm Bureau Federation, joins Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast and host Chip Flory to discuss the House passing a new Farm Bill, and prospects for it in the Senate, what's next in the campaign for year-round E15, the upcoming meeting between U.S. President Trump and China President Xi, North American trade and more.
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We welcome Ian Jefferies, president and CEO of the Association of American Railroads, to AgriTalk to discuss the railroad industry, its relationship with agriculture, and immediate priorities including investments and safety. Iowa Farm Bureau Federation president Brent Johnson joins us to discuss supporting a loan repayment program for future rural veterinarians, the Farm Bill, and other IFBF priorities. And Brandt Heitman of BIS Commodities looks at today's developments in the ag markets.
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Wes Davis, partner and chief agriculture economist at Meridian Agribusiness Advisors joins us to take us through the latest Ag Economist's Monthly Monitor. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Chad Leman of Illinois and Tim Recker of Iowa. Topics include the fight to keep chemicals in the tool box, E15 in Congress, costs of fertilizer and machinery and a lot more.
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USDA Deputy Secretary Judge Stephen Vaden joins us to share details of the department reorganization announced last week, the construction of a new National Food Safety Center, and the ongoing government-wide effort to ensure fertilizer supplies. Ag policy analyst Callie Eideberg of The Vogel Group has been watching the House Rules Committee debate The Farm Bill. She joins us to share her perspective on the ongoing proceedings. Soybean farmer Garrett Riekhof recently played host to USDA Secretary Rollins and other government officials who toured his operation. He shares his thoughts on the experience.
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Greg Peterson/Machinery Pete takes us through strong sale prices from auctions this past Saturday in NC, KY, WV, MO and OK, including his Pick of the Week. Plus he'll preview an auction coming up tomorrow. Dave Delaney of Ever Ag joins us to discuss what's going on in the feeder market plus other issues in the hog industry. And Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives provides an update on many developing issues including E15 in Congress and more.
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The Friday Free-for-all featuring Jim Wiesemeyer of the video podcast Wiesemeyer's Perspectives and Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio includes discussion on the new plan for passing year-round E15, domestic fertilizer production, USDA restructuring, Iran, winter wheat and more.
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U.S. Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03) joins us to talk about prospects for finally getting the new Farm Bill to the House floor, working to get year-round E15 done, the Greyhound Protection Act, fertilizer and a lot more. Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper joins us to provide a status report on E15 and break down the details of the proposed package.
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Phil Flynn, energy analyst with The Price Futures Group, joins us to share his perspective on the impact of geopolitical uncertainty on the energy markets. And this week's Farmer Forum features Steve Pitstick of Illinois and Dennis Bogaards of Iowa. Topics include local conditions and planting progress, fertilizer prices, challenges of increasing demand and more.
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David Hula of Breaking Barriers with R&D joins us to discuss trial plantings and weather impacting emergence plus a lot more. Dr. Shawn Arita, associate director at the Agricultural Risk Policy Center at North Dakota State University, joins us for a conversation about their recent study on fertilizer price projections impacted by various scenarios involving the Strait of Hormuz. And Rick Brock of The Brock Report swings by to share perspective on today's evolving markets.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – has a different/unusual Pick of the Week, plus he takes us through several upcoming auctions and reports on a couple prices from this past weekend. Today, Pioneer celebrates their 100th anniversary. Joining us to discuss the legacy of Henry Wallace and the innovative products and business model that has defined the company in agriculture are employess/company historians David Bowen and Dean Podlich.
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U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley joins us this morning to discuss developments in Iran conflict and the Strait of Hormuz, path of getting E15 through the Senate, aid to farmers, and more. Then Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives and Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture follow up with their takes on the same subjects in the Friday Free-for-all.
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Nebraska producer Adam Grabenstein joins us from Mexico City, Mexico from the U.S. Meat Export Federation's Red Meat Symposium. And we connect with a Trust in Food event in California where we have conversations with Jim Maxwell, CEO of AgriLand Farming Company, Mel Machado, chief ag officer at Blue Diamond Growers, and Tim DeSilva, territory manager with Valent U.S.A. Plus we have a new Soy Checkoff Check-in conversation with former USB chair Greg Anderson as they celebrate their 35th anniversary.
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Ethan Lane, senior vice president of government affairs at the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, joins us to discuss New World screwworm preparation, truth in labeling, the recent Oklahoma poultry ruling and more. We have a Farmer Forum with a lone producer – Casey Schuhmacher of Nebraska.
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Randy Russell of The Russell Group joins us to discuss geo-political issues affecting agriculture. Brandon Gerrish, assistant professor and extension agronomist, small grains and oilseed crops at Texas A&M University, joins us for a conversation on winter wheat. And Ron Estes, field market development specialist at Valent, shares an important BeSure! message from Growing Matters.
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Machinery Pete features Greg Peterson provide a report on recent used equipment auctions, including his Pick of the Week which is a future auction. And in this segment we talk with Devin Marcin and Stephan Alderson of Quality Drills about a fascinating project. And Bret Walts of BAMWX joins us for an extended conversation discussing more volatile weather.
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USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg joins us to discuss the nation's trade agenda, expanding exports, and future with the World Food Program. The Friday Free-for-all with Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives and Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture includes what's going on with Iran, food supply for the world, some public opinion of President Trump, and more.
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We discuss investments in the Great Lakes for exports, Iran conflict impact supply chain, and railroad costs for shipping grains with Soy Transportation Coalition executive directot Mike Steenhoek. And Maria Zieba, vice president of government affairs at NPPC, talks about the upcoming D.C. fly-in for pork producers to voice their priorities, exports and USMCA and more.
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Dr. Joana Colussi of Purdue joins us to talk about the uptick in March among farmers surveyed for the latest Ag Economy Barometer. This week's Farmer Forum features Iowa Representative Chad Ingels (District 68) and Tony Mellenthin of Wisconsin, who is in Washington, D.C. today.
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We catch up with Randy Dowdy and David Hula of Breaking Barriers with R&D and hear about current conditions and growing statuses on their operations and around the areas. NCGA president Jed Bower joins us to discuss asking the Internation Trade Commission to revoke the countervailing duty orders on imports of phosphate fertilizer from Morocco. And Mitchell Hora of ContinuumAg provides a 45Z update and preview TopSoil Summit 2006.
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Greg Peterson/Machinery Pete reports on recent and upcoming auctions he's been watching, including his Pick of the Week. The Farm CPA Paul Neiffer shares some important info as tax season rounds the final lap. And we have a new BeSure! message from Dr. Shine Taylor of Gowan.
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We have a Good Friday Free-for-all with Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer’s Perspectives and Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio. Topics include President Trump's address to the nation on the war with Iran, USDA reports, possible opening of the Mexican border for cattle trade, and a lot more.
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We have a conversation with Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig about the increase in use of E15 in the state plus reaction to the RFS announcement from last Friday. Drew Lerner of World Weather, Inc. shares some info on current and potential future weather patterns affecting various crops. And we have a BeSure! message fromStephanie Darnell, Technical Stewardship Manager at BASF.
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USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce joins us to discuss ARC/PLC eligibility, pay caps, and base acres. This week's Farmer Forum features Ben Riensche of Iowa and Kevin Paap of Minnesota. Topics include reaction to Undersecretary Fordyce's conversation with Chip, challenges and strategy for the planting season plus farm safety, Ben's experience in Washington, D.C. last week, E15 and more.
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Trust In Food is digging into the trusted advisor relationship in the Red River Valley and sharing how other regions can learn from their model. In partnership with the Northern Plains Trusted Advisor Partnership, Farm Journal’s Trust In Food has pulled together agronomists, farmers and the value chain today to learn how we can tap the trusted advisor relationship to accelerate conservation adoption, both here in the Red River Valley and beyond.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to report on recent auctions he's tracking, including his Pick of the Week. Emily Skor, CEO at Growth Energy, shares perspective on the wins from the Celebration of Ag announcements last week plus the continuing campaign for year-round E15.
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With the Celebration of Agriculture events in Washington, D.C. today timing couldn't be better for a Friday Free-for-all conversation with Jim Wiesemeyer of Wiesemeyer's Perspectives podcast and Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio. Topics include potential announcements at these events – includings RVOs, strategy in Iran, Hogs & Pigs market reaction, USMCA/trade and more.
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Lee Schulz, chief economist at Ever Ag's Livestock Risk Management Team, joins us to preview the Hogs & Pigs Report coming out today. Farmer Business Network co-founder and chief marketing officer Charles Baron joins us to share details of FBN's acreage report and discuss fertilizer prices. And Jake Hanley, chief growth officer, director of investments at Teucrium, talks about the money flow for ETFs. Plus we have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in featuring former board chair Steve Reinhard talking about USB's 35th anniversary.
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Troy Brendenkamp, senior vice president, government & public affairs at the Renewable Fuels Association, joins us to share perspective on the impending announcement by EPA on the waiver for summer availability of E15. And this week's Farmer Forum features Chase Dewitz of North Dakota and Jack Lavers of California.
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It is National Ag Day and we visit with U.S. Representative Glenn "GT" Thompson, Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture. The main topic of conversation is the status of the new Farm Bill, support for E15, plus a potential new farmer aid package. And American Farm Bureau Federation economist Dr. Faith Parum joins us to discuss how the farmer's share of the food dollar continues to shrink.
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We've got a Friday Free-for-all packed with panelists and topics. Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney, and Iowa soybean farmer April Hemmes discuss the Trump administration's campaign against wasteful federal government spending and some of the U.S. agriculture programs that may be affected.
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Paul Neiffer – The Farm CPA – talks about federal government bills and spending cuts. Dan Basse, president at AgResource Company, joins us to discuss the recent Global Supply and Demand Report and other issues. Plus, we have a conversation with seventh year USB Vice Chair Brent Gatton in a new episode of The Soy Checkoff Check-in.
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U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas carved out some time for us between two voting sessions to discuss USAID, re-alignment of the Food for Peace Program, and the airline tragedy in Washington carrying passengers from his home state. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Steve Pitstick of Illinois and Tim Recker of Iowa.
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Michelle Rook is guest host this morning and she has conversations with American Soybean Association president Caleb Ragland, champion bronco rider Zach Arend of Saddle Your Own Horse ahead of his Top Producer Summit appearance next week, and Karen Bohnert of Farm Journal's MILK.
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U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa (and President Pro Tempore of the Senate) joins us to share his perspective on the job President Trump is doing so far, including DOGE, tariffs, USAID, and more. Plus Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us from the road as he heads into Illinois for begin three days of auction visits.
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A crazier than usual Friday Free-for-all with Davis Michaelsen moderating. We have regular panelist Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture join us, plus Iowa soybean farmer April Hemmes, and AgDay's Clinton Griffiths along with U.S. Farm Report's Tyne Morgan.
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It's Day Two at NCBA's Cattle Con in San Antonio, with coverage this morning sponsored by Corteva Agriscience. We have a conversation Sigrid Johannes, senior director of government affairs at NCBA. And Drovers has a new editorial director and we welcome her to Farm Journal and AgriTalk. Meet Angie Stump Denton and hear about her history and passion in ranching. Plus we chat with Corteva's Brant Mettler about NovaGraz and hear from Kansas rancher Brandi Buzzard.
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We are at NCBA's Cattle Con in San Antonio, sponsored by Neogen. Our guests this morning are Mary Thomas-Hart, chief counsel at NCBA, U.S. Meat Export Federation's president and CEO Dan Halstrom plus chair Steve Hanson, and Dr. Paige Pratt, beef genomics specialist at Neogen.
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Professor Michael Langemeier of Purdue University joins us to discuss the latest Ag Economy Barometer. And we have a Farmer Forum a day early and with an extra farmer. Sherman Newlin of Illinois, plus Bob Hemesath and Scott Berger of Iowa talk about issues affecting their operations.
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Machinery Pete (Greg Peterson) joins us this morning to report on auctions he's been watching, including his Pick of the Week. News about tariffs has been in a constant tempest throughout the weekend and this morning. First, we talk with AFBF vice president of public policy Sam Kieffer about the situation. Then Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer provides an update and sketches out possible avenues for going forward.
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It looks like tariffs are lined up to be levied against Canada and Mexico this weekend. Perfect timing for the Friday Free-for-all panelists Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney and Davis Michaelsen to discuss with Chip Flory.
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Paul Neiffer – The Farm CPA – joins us ahead of Top Producer Summit 2025 to discuss the estate tax, 45Z, and selecting topics for his address at TPS. Lee Zeldin has just been confirmed as EPA Director and Renewable Fuels senior vice president of government & public affiars Troy Bredenkamp shares reaction and expectations. Farm Journal's Ag Economy Monthly Monitor for January 2025 was recently released. Bill Lapp of Advanced Economic Solutions helps us break down the results.
Plus we have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in – Part 2 of the conversation with USB CEO Lucas Lentsch and new chair Philip Good. Click Here for information on USB's investments.
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Our program this morning focuses on Farm Rescue and the work that they do and how you can help. We have a conversation about the organization with board secretary Shaun Sipma, followed by a Farmer Forum with Iowans Grant Woodley and Adam Harvey.
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Click HERE to donate to Farm Rescue through Giving Hearts Day.
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The price of eggs is still going up as the battle against avian influenza rages on. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig joins us to provide an overview of the situation. With the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meetings today and tomorrow, we again welcome the informed perspective of Dr. Vince Malange of LaSalle Economics. We discuss potential fed rate changes, economic trends for the year, and various factors that play a role in the economy.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us for this weekly report on used equipment auctions including his Pick of the Week. Soybean and Corn Advisory's Dr. Michael Cordonnier is a crop consultant for Pro Farmer and we discuss South American crops with him.
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It's time for the Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney. The conversation centers around President Trump's first five days/months in office – depending on how you look at it.
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Chip has a conversation with Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor about the prospects of bio fuels, including year round E15. Then Davis talks about the fertilizer market with Josh Linville of StoneX Group. And rancher Patrick Montgomery of Kansas City Cattle Company shares his company's story.
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While we're only 48 hours into President Trump's second presidency, so much has been going on we wanted to get Tom Sell of Combest Sell & Associates to share his perspective on what he's seen so far. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Tim Burrack of Iowa and Rock Katschnig of Illinois.
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National Corn Growers Association president Kenny Hartman, Jr. joins us to share his experiences with yesterday's inauguration festivities, plus his hopes and priorities for 2025. Then Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer breaks down the rapid-paced activity in the White House during the administration transition.
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It is Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Inauguration Day. As it's Monday we have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – join us for a longer conversation which includes a report on recent auctions, including his Pick of the Week, plus his perspective on the used machinery market as it played out in 2024. Then Margy Eckelkamp provides information on Top Producer Summit 2025, including a special offer.
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U.S. Representative Angie Craig (MN-02) is Ranking Member of the House Ag Committee and joins us to discuss ag-related priorities of Congress. And Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney join Chip and Davis for the Free-for-all.
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Some clarity has been unveiled regarding biofuel policy and Mitchell Hora of Continuum Ag talks us through some important particulars. And U.S. Representative Ashley Hinson (IA-02) joins us to discuss some of the priorities for the 119th Congress.
And we have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in with USB CEO Lucas Lentsch and new chair Philip Good. Click Here for information on USB's investments.
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Chase Adams is the assistant vice president for domestic policy at the National Pork Producers Council. He talks with Chip Flory about NPPC's priority list for 2025. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Joe Del Bosque of California and Chad Leman of Illinois.
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Professor Dr. Greg Tylka, nematologist at Iowa State University and the SCN Coalition, shares a wealth of information on the risks of soybean cyst nematodes to bean crops and ways to combat them. Matt Herman is chief officer of demand and advocacy at Iowa Soybean Association and he's also with Americans for Clean Aviation Fuels (ACAF). He talks about the latest on low-carbon fuel guidance.
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It's cold in many parts of the midwest and Bret Walts of BAMWX joins us to share a detailed weather outlook. The Clean Fuels Alliance America CEO Donnell Rehagen talks about "what's missing" from the 45Z guidance for biofuel makers.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all covers a lot of ground with Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and special guest John Newton, executive head at Terrain Ag. Topics include the "One Big Beautiful Bill", U.S. relationship with Canada, EPA nominee, markets bracing for possible tariffs and more.
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Clay Burtrum of Farm Data Services joins us for a conversation on risk-management in a red-hot cattle market and Professor Glynn Tonsor of Kansas State University shares meat demand information and perspective.
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There was some pullback on the December edition of Ag Economy Barometer and Dr. Jim Mintert, professor emeritus at Purdue University, talks us through the results. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Garry Niemeyer of Illinois and Casey Schumacher of Nebraska.
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Phil Flynn of The PRICE Futures Group joins us to share his perspective on how the upcoming administration change in the White House may impact the energy markets going forward. Continuum Ag CEO Mitchell Hora joins us to provide a download of information on biofuels tax credits, namely 45V and 45Z. Mitchell talks about what farmers should know, provides bookkeeping tips for participation, and shares what's in it for farmers.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – talks about the latest used farm equipment auctions that have caught his attention, including his Pick of the Week. Chairman Sam Graves (MO-06) joins us to discuss the upbeat mood in Washington, D.C. today and the work he and his colleagues are eager to get started on. RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney takes us through Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's decision to resign.
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The first Friday Free-for-all of 2025 features Pro Farm policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAgricuture's Shaun Haney along with Chip and Davis. Topics include the Speaker of the House election, ag policy bills in Congress, Nippon Steel and much more.
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We have an extended winter weather conversation with Kevin Marcus of Marcus Weather and we discuss the the food supply and demand factors affecting consumers and restaurants with Phil Kafarakis, CEO of the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association (IFMA).
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Happy New Year! We have Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete join us to look back on 2024 and look ahead to 2025. Plus we have the recorded conversation with Nate Firle of Beck's Hybrids from NAFB Trade Talk.
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Soy Transportation Coalition executive director Mike Steenhoek joins us to discuss water-based logistics issues regarding shipping. Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer looks back on the life and administration of former President Jimmy Carter.
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This morning Davis Michaelsen catches up with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – on the used machinery market, Doug Hensley of Hertz Farm Management on land values, and Josh Linville of StoneX Group on fertilizer prices.
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It's the final Friday Free-for-all of 2024 and Jim Wiesemeyer and Shaun Haney join Chip and Davis to look back on this election year, plus discuss current issues including Canada, diaster aid, future of the Farm Bill, the Panama Canal, 45Z tax credit and more.
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We talk about President-elect Donald Trump's idea to retake control of the Panama Canal with Ken Eriksen, managing member and strategic advisor at Polaris Analytics and Consulting. Then The Farm CPA, Paul Neiffer, joins us to provide updated details on economic aid for farmers.
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Merry Christmas! This morning we bring you new content featuring additional conversations recorded at this year's NAFB Trade Talk event. We have Greg Jones of Bridgestone Americas, Darren Anderson of Vive Crop Protection, Craig Davidson of Helena Agri-Enterprises, Brent Smith of New Leaf, and Kendall Quandahl of Case IH.
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Dr. Ernie Goss is the Jack MacAllister Chair in Regional Economics at Creighton University's Heider College of Business and he joins us to discuss the latest Rural Mainstreet Index. Then we bid au revoir to Tom Karst, editor emeritus at The Packer, as he wraps up a stellar 40-year career reporting on the produce industry.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – talks about past and future auctions for used ag machinery equipment, including his Pick of the Week. And we welcome Bill Wirtz, senior policy analyst at Consumer Choice Center, to discuss RFK Jr. and his position in the upcoming Trump administration.
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The clock is ticking and the shifts in strategy and status keep changing every hour. The Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farm policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, newsman Davis Michaelsen and host Chip Flory talk about the situation.
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The roller coaster of news concerning the continuing resolution means getting the perspectives of a variety of folks concerned with U.S. agriculture. We discuss the ag economy and rural banking with Alan Hoskins, president of American Farm Mortgage & Financial Services. Robert White, senior vice president of industry relations and market development at the Renewable Fuels Association, talks about E15 and the RFS. Paul Neiffer, a.k.a. The Farm CPA, also chimes in about the status of the CR and farm aid.
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U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas joins us to discuss the status of the continuing resolution, including economic aid for ag producers and E15 year-round availability, and the potential future of a new Farm Bill. Then we have a particularly informative Farmer Forum with Steve Pitstick of Illinois and Kevin Ross of Iowa.
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We have Dr. Vince Malange of LaSalle Economics join us to discuss potential outcomes from the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting plus Summit Carbon Solutions CEO Lee Blank provides an update to their carbon capture and storage project.
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We get a used equipment auction update from Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – plus the latest on Farm Bill and New World Screwworm trade restrictions from Ethan Lane of NCBA.
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Davis Michaelsen moderates the Friday Free-for-all with panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer and Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture. Topics include President-elect Trump, dockworkers, trade with Canada, efforts to combat screwworm and more.
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Guest host Davis Michaelsen has conversations with soybean farmer April Hemmes and former NCGA CEO Jon Doggett. Plus, outgoing USB chair Steve Reinhard and CEO Lucas Lentsch reflect on 2024 and look ahead to 2025 on the Soy Checkoff Check-in.
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Karen Bohnert of Farm Journal's MILK helps us provide coverage of Milk Business Conference 2024 happening now in Las Vegas, Nevada. Our guest is Lucas Sjostrom, managing director of Minnesota Milk at Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative. Then we have a special dairy Farmer Forum with Greg Moes of Goodwin, South Dakota and Grant Grintstead of Fon du Lac, Wisconsin.
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Michelle Rook is guest host this morning and she has conversations with Frayne Olson, Crop Economist/Marketing Specialist at NDSU Extension, Chandler Goule, CEO of the National Association of Wheat Growers, and Donnell Rehagen, CEO at Clean Fuel Alliance America.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – is guest host for this morning's AgriTalk. He has conversations with Jack Lyon of Alex Lyon & Sons Auctions and Lynn Odland of Dakota Ag Innovations. Plus, he reports on recent and upcoming auctions for used ag equipment.
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It's been a couple weeks since we've had the Friday Free-for-all and Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney have plenty to discuss with Chip and Davis, including the Farm Act, DOGE, 45Z and more.
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Corey Lavinsky is the executive director, Downstream Americas Consulting at S&P Global Commodity Insights, and he joins us for a conversation on the potential futures for biofuels and 45Z. Tom Sell of Combest, Sell & Associates shares perspective on the waning weeks of this Congress, including status of the Continuing Resolution and possibility of disaster relief being included. And Part 1 of a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in features USC CEO Lucas Lentsch and chair Steve Reinhard reflect on 2024.
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Dr. Jim Mintert, director, Center for Commercial Agriculture at Purdue University, walks us through the latest Ag Economy Barometer and the apparent up-tick in farmers and ranchers overall confidence. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Ron Suppes of Kansas and Brent Judisch of Iowa.
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Dan Basse is president of AgResource Company and he joins us to discuss wheat supplies coming out of Russia plus other market issues. Jeff Bonar of CAP CO2 Solutions tells us about green methanol. And we have Logan Hall of Animal Agriculture Alliance tell us about the organization and how donations would help on this Giving Tuesday.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – shares his travel schedule with us for the week as he prepares to visit many auctions plus, of course, we get his Pick of the Week. And Bret Walts of BAMWX joins us for an extended weather outlook at precisely the perfect time.
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Day Two of of coverage of NAFB's Trade Talk featuring conversations with Ron Geis and Drake Edwards of Corteva Agriscience, Michael Torrey and Tim Trotter of Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, and Charles Barron – chief marketing officer and co-founder of Farmers Business Network (FBN).
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Happy Thanksgiving! We bring you coverage of this year's National Association of Farm Broadcasters Trade Talk event. Our guests this morning are Emily Skor from Growth Energy, Kip Jacobs from UPL, and James Shurts of Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
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Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer provides a rundown on some of President-elect Trump's Cabinet appointments, including USDA Secretary-Designate Brooke Rollins. And our Farmer Forum features Bill Flory of Idaho and Vic Miller of Iowa.
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Bob Elliott, co-founder and CEO/CIO of Unlimited Funds, shares his perspective on potential future economic agendas, including what Treasury Secretary-Designate Scott Bessent brings to the table and President-elect Trump's announced tariffs. Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper joins us to discuss USDA Secretary-Designate Brooke Rollins, UCO imports and update on 45Z.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – reports on the latest auctions for used ag machinery equipment plus NCBA vice president of government affairs Ethan Lane joins us to discuss President-elect Trump's announced selection of Brooke Rollins to head USDA and information on the NWS situation in Mexico.
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U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas joins the Friday Free-for-all and shares his perspective on getting disaster assistance done and Chairwoman Stabenow's version of a new Farm Bill. Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney also discuss various Trump administration appointments, when to expect an ag secretary appointment, update on used cooking oil and more.
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We have a conversation with Iowa Renewable Fuels Association executive director Monte Shaw about biofuels and carbon pipelines. Phil Flynn of The PRICE Futures Group joins us to discuss energy market outlook, geopolitical football issues like the war in Ukraine, and optimism for some of President-elect Trump's cabinet appointments. And we have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in.
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We welcome Iowa State Senator Dennis Guth (Dist. 28) to continue the conversation on the Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline project, including his opposition to it and discuss when it is and isn't appropriate to exercise eminent domain. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Tim Recker of Iowa and Randy Urmacher of Nebraska.
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John Newton is the executive head at Terrain and he joined Chip at NAFB's Trade Talk event to discuss trade issues, the Farm Bill, and more. We also met up with Mary Kay Thatcher, Syngenta's senior lead for federal government relations, at Trade Talk and get her perspective on Senator Thune being elected Majority Leader, prospects for the Farm Bill, and the speed of President-elect Trump's cabinet appointments. Plus, we have a conversation with Lee Blank, CEO at Summit Carbon Solutions, about the status of the projects, future plans, and the benefits of carbon sequestration for the ag industry.
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U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa joins us to discuss Senate Ag Committee Chairwoman Stabenow releasing a Farm Bill today, Senator Thune being elected Senate Majority Leader, and the confirmation process for President-elect Trump's cabinet. The of course we have Machinery Pete. And The Farm CPA Paul Neiffer has read parts of Chairwoman Stabenow's Farm Bill and he shares what he sees.
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The appointments keep rolling in for President-elect Trump's forthcoming administration and we hear from Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and Randy Russell of russellgroupdc.com on who's been named and who might be, including USDA secretary.
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Craig Rupp is the founder and CEO of Sabanto, Inc. and he joins Davis Michaelsen for a conversation about how A.I. is set to revolutionize agriculture. Then Davis chats with Russell Taylor, vice president at Live Earth Products, about ag and fertilizer trends, including the downside of biochar. Plus we have a new Soy Checkoff Check-in episode featuring a conversation with Susan Watkins, who serves on USB’s Executive and Value Alignment Committees.
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We continue to canvas various perspectives on relevant policy and personnel changes expected with the upcoming Trump administration, and this morning we speak with Troy Bredenkamp, senior vice president of government & public affairs at Renewable Fuels Association to hear his thoughts as well. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Chad Leman of Illinois and Quentin Bowen of Nebraska.
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Former Deputy Assistant U.S. Trade Representative Ron Baumgarten joins us to share his perspective on potential trade strategies from the incoming Trump administration, including how U.S. agriculture may be affected. Nate Franzén is president of the ag banking division at First Dakota National Bank and he joins us to discuss the farm economy and the FARM Act.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – reports on strong prices still being seen in the second-hand market, including his Pick of the Week. Plus he previews some eye-opening auctions happening throughout the week. Tom Sell of Combest Sell & Associates shares his perspective on the election results and how things may develop foe U.S. agriculture, including prospects for passing the FARM Act.
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Our first post-Election 2024 Friday Free-for-all is here featuring Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney, and Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete. They join Chip and Davis for a review of the election results, potential policy initiatives, possible key cabinet appointees and more.
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We have a packed show with a wealth of information and perspective from several guests concerning the Federal Reserve, the economy, renewable fuels, and President-elect Trump's influence on them. Our lineup includes Bob Elliott of Unlimited Funds, John Newton and Matt Clark of Terrain Ag, and Jordan Fife of BioUrja.
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Dr. Jim Mintert, professor and extension economist in the Department of Agricultural Economics at Purdue Universiity, joins us to discuss the results of the latest Ag Economy Barometer. And we have a Farmer Forum with Iowa State Rep. Chad Ingels and North Carolina farmer Frank Howey.
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Dan Basse of AgResource Company joins us to preview the upcoming WASDE report plus discuss potential election result effects around the world and in U.S. ag. We check in with Paul Neiffer – The Farm CPA – covering several topics, including a reminder on the beneficial ownership information reporting that needs to be done by December 31 and a new tax credit for new pension plans for farmers.
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We have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – join us for his weekly report on what he's seeing in the used ag equipment market plus it's the day before Election Day and we have Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer talk about which states and which races to watch, including possible scenarios involving the presidential race.
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Davis Michaelsen moderates the last Friday Free-for-all before Election Day 2024 with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney.
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Happy Halloween! This morning we have Kyle Kunkler of the American Soybean Association followed by a College Roadshow stop at South Dakota State University with Dean Joe Cassady of the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences. Plus we have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in.
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Emily Skor is the CEO of Growth Energy and she joins us to discuss a recent trip to Japan for a sustainable aviation fuel and ethanol summit, status of 45Z, the presidential election and what's new in the energy industry. And we have a Farmer Forum with Mike Appert of North Dakota and Bob Hemesath of Iowa.
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Chris Bennett of Farm Journal takes us through two stories he's recently reported on, including a property search without warrant or consent. As the clock is ticking and questions remain regarding 45Z, Mitchell Hora of Continuum Ag explains the latest information available. Betty Resnick, economist at Farm Bureau, joins us to discuss the U.S. ag trade deficit, including specifics on horticulture trade and impact on the costs of production.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – talks about his Pick of the Week plus other used machinery auctions he's keeping an eye on. Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper joins us to discuss Governor Newsom's call for expedited approval of E15 in California.
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The Friday Free-for-all features Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney, U.S. Farm Report's Tyne Morgan. Topics include the latest Ag Economist's Monthly Monitor and, of course, the presidential election.
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College Roadshow is at the University of Minnesota and we talk about corn breeding with Prof. Rex Bernardo. Dr. Kevin Folta of the University of Florida shares his reaction to RFK Jr's Make America Healthy Again video. And Dr. Shalene McNeill, NCBA executive director of Nutrition Science, responds to USDA's recent dietary guidelines. Plus, we have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in.
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U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa joins us to discuss the upcoming presidential election, including many of the issues at the forefront, RFK Jr., disaster relief, the Farm Bill, tariffs, and more. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Ken McCauley of Kansas and Sherman Newlin of Illinois.
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Former U.S. Representative Charlie Dent of Pennsylvania is part of a group called Our Republican Legacy and he joins us to discuss the negative effects of tariffs, especially for U.S. producers in agriculture and consumers. Brian Winnekins of WRDN shares an incredible story involving poultry industry plant closings in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us for this weekly report on the used machinery market and Joe Kakesh, general councel for Growth Energy, talks about 45Z issues.
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The election is less than three weeks away so we discuss nothing else on this week's Friday Free-for-all with Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer and Tyson Redpath of The Russell Group.
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College Roadshow is at the University of Missouri this week and we talk with Keri Jacobs, executive director of the Graduate Institute of Cooperative Leadership (GICL). We have conversations with Joe Gilson of American Farm Bureau Federation about tax credits for carbon and Scott Gerlt of the American Soybean Association about potential affects on soybean and corn farmers from tariffs. Plus the third-of-three Soy Checkoff Check-in conversations with USB CEO Lucas Lentsch and chair Steve Reinhard.
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China's economy has been having its own issues and that government has been making moves to try and improve it. Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete joins us to take us through what's going on in China. And we have a Farmer Forum with Tim Gregerson of Nebraska and Brad Nelson of Minnesota.
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We have an extended weather conversation with John Homenuk of Empire Weather and check on tax policy issues – including possible ones depending on who wins the presidency – with Paul Neiffer, The Farm CPA.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to share his Pick of the Week, plus bring our attention to other auctions of used machinery equipment he's watching. U.S. Cattlemen's Association president Justin Tupper joins us to discuss the beef industry.
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The Friday Free-for-all featuring Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney, Dsvis Michaelsen and Chip Flory discuss the latest with the elections, new optimism for a Farm Bill by the end of the year, U.S. ports and more.
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This morning we chat with Joe Schuele, vice president of communications for USMEF, about the strong numbers for exported U.S. pork. We discuss beef issues with Ethan Lane, vice president of government affairs at NCBA. And NCGA president Kenny Hartman, Jr. is back and he talks about his time at the White House and their "Celebration of Ag" event. Plus, the second part of the Soy Checkoff Check-in conversation with USB CEO Lucas Lentsch and chair Steve Reinhard.
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Senior market analyst Phil Flynn of The PRICE Futures Group joins us to discuss the "knowns and unknowns" in the energy markets. This week's Farmer Forum features Tim Burrack of Iowa and Michelle Jones of Montana.
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Trust in Food technical director Andy Lyon joins us to describe the devastation in Southeast Georgia from Hurricane Helene. Soy Transportation Coalition executive director Mike Steenhoek talks about what we avoided and what we couldn't avoid from the shortened dock workers strike.
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Davis Michaelsen is the host today and he has conversations about used machinery equipment with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete, land values with Peoples Company agents Andrew Zellmer and Travis Smock, and the fertilizer market with Josh Linville of StoneX Group. Plus we have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in with USB CEO Lucas Lentsch and chair Steve Reinhard.
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Latest jobs report, port strike averted, vice presidential debate, tragedy from Hurricane Helene and more are discussed in the Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney, Davis Michaelsen and Chip Flory.
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Ken Eriksen, strategic advisor at Polaris Analytics & Consulting, joins us to discuss the logistical ramifications of the East and Gulf Ports workers strike. And we have a conversation with Kenny Hartman, Jr., who has just begun his tenure as president of the National Corn Growers Association.
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We're in Madison, Wisconsin at World Dairy Expo with coverage sponsored by S&W Seed Co. We have conversations with Phil Plourd, head of market intelligence at Ever Ag, and Tom Wall, "The Dairy Coach." Plus we chat with Brent Johnson, S&W Seed Co. vice president of sales and marketing Americas.
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This morning we have Greg Peterson — Machinery Pete — with his Pick of the Week. We also catch up with Missy Bauer of B&M Crop Consulting and get her thoughts on scouting from the combine.
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There appears to be various labor strikes happening at every point of the compass. The Friday Free-for-all panelists – Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, newsman Davis Michaelsen – discuss this and more with Chip Flory.
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We check in with Dr. Michael Cordonnier of Soybean & Corn Advisor on U.S. and South American crops. This week's College Roadshow is at Kansas State University and we chat with extension farm economist Robin Reid.
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Chairman Sam Graves of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee joins us to discuss WOTUS, funding the government, and other topics. Our Farmer Forum features Ben Riensche of Iowa and P.J. Haynie of Virginia.
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We catch up with John Newton, former Senate Ag Committee economist and now executive head at Terrain, about the Farm Bill and other topics. The Iowa Cattlemen's Association has a live webinar coming up on September 30 on EID tag requirements. We speak with CEO Bryan Whaley about the details and other issues.
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Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa joins us to discuss the issues of the day plus Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – shares his Pick of the Week and talk about other auctions he's watching.
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It's time for the Friday Free-for-all and Pro Farm policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney join us to talk about many issues with Chip and Davis, including the election, potential government shut down, and Farm Safety Week.
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College Roadshow is at Iowa State University and we have a conversation with Bobby Martens, extension economist at ISU. Plus we get an update from Geoff Cooper, president and CEO at the Renewable Fuels Association, about the letter sent to EPA about foreign used cooking oil and tallow. We also have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in, featuring guest Robb Ewoldt of Davenport, Iowa.
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Megan M. Schossow, Outreach Director and Center Coordinator at the Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center (UMASH), joins us to discuss National Farm Safety and Health Week. Our Farmer Forum features Derrick Josi of Tillamook County, Oregon and Kevin Paap in Minnesota.
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Dr. Vince Malanga of LaSalle Economics shares his perspective on the FOMC meeting this week and possible/probable moves by the Federal Reserve. Then Dan Basse, founder of Ag Resource Company, joins us to discuss late season crop stress in the U.S. and Europe plus planting season in South America.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – welcomes Chip back from his time off with not one Pick of the Week but two! And we hear about NPPC's gathering last week in Washington, D.C. from their president-elect, Duane Stateler.
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We've had another presidential debate, and are hearing threats from Putin over long-range missiles, plus there's always the Farm Bill. Our Free-for-all with Jim Wiesemeyer and Tom Sell of Combest Sell & Associates talks about these topics and more. Plus we have College Roadshow in Purdue with Professor Brenna Ellison.
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We're covering Trust in Beef's Sustainable Ranchers Tour at the Black Leg Ranch in McKenzie, North Dakota. Our guests this morning are Jimmy Emmons of Trust in Beef, Gunnar Bodvarsson of Earth Optics, Reba Colin of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, and Matthew Cleveland of ABS Global. Plus, we have a new episode of USB's Soy Checkoff Check-in with guest Lawrence Sukalski.
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It's September 11th and we talk about this day we can never forget on our Farmer Forum with Glen Newcomer of Ohio and Matt Splitter of Kansas. Before that we talk to farmers Jack Scates of Illinois and Randy Campbell of Ohio who traveled to Japan with the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
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Davis Michaelsen catches up with former NCGA CEO Jon Doggett about climate smart ag and potential ag-related policies from the two main presidential candidates. And Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer previews tonights presidential debate.
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Davis Michealsen is our host this morning and our line-up of guests include Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete, Tommy Grisafi of Ag Bull Media, and Brian Winnekins from our affiliate WRDN in Wisconsin shares a conversation he had with Anna Kayhart and the inspirational act of kindness she showed a dairy producing family hit by hard luck.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture plus The Farm CPA, Paul Neiffer, and our newsman Davis Michaelsen. Topics include Chinese used cooking oil, differences between the Harris and Trump tax plans, and more.
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We kick off College Roadshow at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln with a conversation with Doug Zalesky, director of the Eastern NE Research & Extension Center. We discuss the ag program at UNL plus their impressive new Klosterman Feedlot Innovation Center. With the general election two months away we wanted to hear from Tom Sell of Combest Sell & Associates on what what he's seeing right now from the campaigns, what he'd like to see in next week's debate, and what Congress should be working on.
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First Wednesday of the month means an updated Ag Economy Barometer with Dr. Jim Mintert of Purdue University. Any Wednesday of the month means a Farmer Forum, and this week we have Dennis Bogaards of Iowa and Steve Pitstick of Illinois.
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Matt Griffin of BAMWX joins us for an extended look at the weather, especially where it concerns U.S. agriculture. We talk with Pat Westhoff, director of the Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute at the University of Missouri (FAPRI-MU), about the newly-released 2024 Baseline Outlook Update.
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For this Labor Day program we have Greg Peterson, a.k.a. Machinery Pete, plus a recent conversation Farming the Countryside's Andrew McCrea had on migrant labor laws and regulations with Rachel Beardsley, an attorney with a background in agriculture.
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Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney join Chip Flory and Davis Michaelsen for the Friday Free-for-all policy panel discussion. Topics include last night's broadcast of Vice President Harris and Governor Walz interview on CNN. We also discuss the Canadian railroad labor situation and even talk a little baseball.
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Davis Michaelsen is host and he has a conversation with Ted Matthews of farmcounseling.org about September – Suicide Prevention Month. Then Donnell Rehagen, CEO of Clean Fuels Alliance America, about used cooking oil and other issues. And Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture talks about Canadian crop production forecasts. Plus we have USB CEO Lucas Lentsch join Chip Flory on the Soy Checkoff Check-in.
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Different Day, different place for Merck Day...this time it's the Great Plains, Missouri location of Hirsch Feed & Farm Supply. Appropriately, we have a rancher version of the Farmer Forum. And Dr. Tim Parks of Merck joins us to discuss growth promoting implants.
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We're in Thayer, Missouri at Hirsch Feed & Farm Supply for Merck Day. We chat with Merck veterinarian Dr. Tim Parks about cow/calf challenges and ways to combat them. Soy Transportation Coalition executive director Mike Steenhoek shares the latest on the Canadian rail industry's challenges with the labor strike. And Kaitlynn Glover, executive director of the Public Lands Council, tells us about an incredible story involving a ranching couple who find themselves in a high-stakes land dispute with U.S. Forest Service.
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Machinery Pete (Greg Peterson) is on the road but was kind enough to record his weekly update for us, including his Pick of the Week. We also have Josh Linville, vice president of fertilizer at StoneX Group, so we certainly talk global fertilizer markets. But he also shares his perspective on the potential impacts of the Canadian rail worker stoppage. And Chip Flory joins us from the road to discuss the final yield estimates from this year's Pro Farmer Crop Tour.
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Friday is here and so is another Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney plus Chip Flory is back from Crop Tour. Davis Michaelsen is host and he canvases the panel for their thoughts on the DNC convention and the Canadian rail worker strike (or work stoppage, if you prefer).
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It's the final day of Pro Farmer Crop Tour and Chip Flory and Brian Grete of course call in with reports from the fields on their respective routes. Plus Jim Wiesemeyer talks about the DNC and the Canadian rail strike.
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Pro Farmer Crop Tour Day Three is underway and we get updates from Brian Grete on the East lef and Chip Flory on the West leg (and you'll hear the challenges of cellular service first hand). Plus Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer provides political updates.
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Our coverage of Pro Farmer Crop Tour continues on this second day and we again have tour directors Brian Grete on the East leg and Chip Flory on the West leg. We review yesterday's results and hear what they've seen so far this morning.
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It's Day One of Pro Farmer Crop Tour and we get early updates from Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete on the East Leg in Ohio and AgriTalk host Chip Flory on the West Leg in South Dakota. Plus Bret Walts of BAMWX gives us a forecast of the stops on the tour.
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Time for the Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney who chat with Chip and Davis about politics, elections and policy initiatives.
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We are at the Lazy J Grand Lodge in Ideal, South Dakota at the fourth Sustainable Ranchers Tour from Trust in Beef. Our guests this morning include Trust in Beef's Jimmy Emmons, Mike Williams of U.S. Roundtablefor Sustainable Beef, Jorgensen Land & Cattle CEO Nick Jorgensen, and Ben Veres of Kateri Carbon. We also have a new episode of USB's Soy Checkoff Check-in with guest Mike Steenhoek, executive director at the Soy Transportation Coalition.
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Dan Basse, president and founder of AgResource Company, joins us to share his perspective on yesterday's WASDE and crop production reports plus the turn of events in the Ukraine/Russia conflict. Ken Eriksen is managing member and strategic advisor at Polaris Analytics and Consulting. He joins us to discuss potential strikes at the U.S. ports on the East Coast and Gulf Coast plus Canadian rail workers.
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We have a Farm Journal All-Star lineup this morning. Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – shares details on recent and upcoming auctions, plus his Pick of the Week. Paul Neiffer – The Farm CPA – provides info on the recent CBO cost estimates of the House Farm Bill and USDA's announcement to rescind some ERP payments.
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Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney join Chip and Davis to discuss CBO scoring of the House version of the Farm Bill, the presidential election, EPA investigation sources of used cooking oil and more on the Friday Free-for-all.
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Bob Elliott, co-founder and CEO of Unlimited Funds, shares his perspective on the overall U.S. economy, including current conditions and if/when the Fed might cut interest rates. We get a crop tour report from the fields in the Midwest from Mike Minor of Professional Ag Marketing. And we have a new episode of USB's Soy Checkoff Check-in, with guest Patrick Giberson.
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Purdue's latest Ag Economy Barometer was released yesterday and Dr. Jim Mintert of the Center for Commercal Agriculture takes us through the results. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Tim Burrack of Iowa and Frank Howey of North Carolina.
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Iowa Farm Bureau president Brent Johnson joins us to discuss statewide ag issues and preview the Governor's charity steer show this weekend at the Iowa State Fair. Our old friend Jon Doggett, former CEO of NCGA, is back and we discuss various ag policy topics. And Jack Scoville and Jerry Gidel share results from their recent crop tour in Illinois.
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First, we have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – join us to talk about his Pick of the Week along with other recent prices and trends, plus he previews an auction happening this weekend. Josh Linville, vice president of fertilizer at StoneX Group, provides some info on inputs and what to watch for as world events unfold.
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Davis Michaelsen moderates this week's Frida Free-for-all featuring panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture, and Michelle Jones – "FarmHer" in Montana. Plus, Philip Good is this week's guest on a new episode of USB's podcast the Soy Checkoff Check-in.
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On August 1, 1994 – 30 years ago today – a new radio program called AgriTalk had its first broadcast. To celebrate this anniversary AgriTalk host Chip Flory welcomes back past hosts Ken Root and Mike Adams, along with past producer John Herath.
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Ken Ferrie of Crop-Tech Consulting joins us to talk about his recent Corn College session, what he's seeing in the fields in Illinois, and what pressures he's seen and recommends watching out for. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Bob Hemesath of Iowa and Gene Millard of Missouri.
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Chairman Sam Graves (MO-06) of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and he joins us to discuss House passage of the Water Resources Development Act of 2024, plus Farm Journal wordsmith Chris Bennett talks about some of the incredible stories he's come across and reported.
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We start the week with a conversation with U.S. Senator Charles Grassley of Iowa plus we have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete.
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US Farm Report's Tyne Morgan joins the Friday Free-for-all to discuss her exclusive interview with Cory Reed, president, Worldwide Agriculture & Turf Division: Production and Precision Ag, Americas and Australia at Deere & Company. Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Weisemeyer and Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio and Tyne also discuss the developments in the presidential race and how much the non-existent new Farm Bill is tied to things like Q3.
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Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor talks about issues involving the EPA, Z45, and Michigan's budget cutting out E15 incentives. Ed Elfmann is the senior vice president of agriculture and rural banking at the American Bankers Association and he joins us to the participation of ABA at the recent House Ag Committee hearing. Plus a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in with USB CEO Lucas Lentsch.
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Michael Formica is chief legal strategist for the National Pork Producers Council and he joins us to discuss the recent Massachusetts court ruling concerning Q3. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Jay Myers of North Dakota and Chad Leman of Illinois.
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With the next Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting coming up next week we wanted to get an informed perspective for a preview and there's no one better than Dr. Vince Malanga of LaSalle Economics. Similarly, there's no one better to talk ag policy with than Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and he shares perspective on Vice President Harris's campaign.
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This morning our guest line-up consists of Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete, Kurt Kovarik of Clean Fuels Alliance America, and Tyler Harp of Syngenta.
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What. A. Week.
We have our first Friday Free-for-all since the assassination attempt on former President Trump. Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and special guest former Congressman and House Ag Committee Chairman Mike Conaway of Texas talks about that with Chip Flory and Davis Michaelsen, plus the GOP convention, what the Democrats options are, and more.
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We are in Memphis at Helena’s Evolve Innovation Expo and have informative conversations with Eric Cowling, president and CEO of Helena Agri-Enterprises, plus Helena product specialists Emily Swartz from Indiana and Dr. Michael Kenty from Tennessee. We also have a new Soy Checkoff Check-in podcast episode featuring a conversation with USB Chair Steve Reinhard about SoyFoam and its benefits of fighting fires.
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Alan Hoskins, president and national sales director at American Farm Mortgage & Financial Services, joins us to talk about the U.S. banking industry as it relates to U.S. agriculture. We also discuss biofuel tax credits with Chris Bliley, senior vice president of regulatory affairs at Growth Energy.
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We talk with former UN Ambassador Kip Tom (food and ag), who was in Pittsburgh on Saturday and witnessed the unsuccessful assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Krista Swanson, chief economist at NCGA, joins us to discuss how the U.S. corn industry contributed to the economy. And of course Greg Peterson, Machinery Pete, shares his Pick of the Week.
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The Friday Free-for-all featuring Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, Chip and Davis includes reactions to last night's "big boy" presidential press conference, potential path to a Farm Bill this year, regulating used cooking oil, and more.
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This morning we discuss soybean crop progress with Dr. Michael Cordonnier of Soybean and Corn Advisor, Inc., frustrations concerning the Farm Bill and EPA with U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra (IA-04), and crop health – including tar spot challenges – with Dr. Alison Robertson of Iowa State University. Plus USB Chair Steve Reinhard joins us for a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in.
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U.S. Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa joins us to discuss the outlook for the Farm Bill, the situation with the presidential election, and more. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Ken McCauley of Kansas and Randy Urmacher of Nebraska.
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We have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – talks about his Pick of the Week, upcoming coverage of construction equipment, and trends he's seeing concerning what's on the auction block these days. Dr. Roger Cryan, chief economist for the American Farm Bureau Federation, joins us to discuss milk marketing reform.
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The Friday Free-for-all for this week features Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney plus special guest U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas who shares his perspective on a host of issues including immigration and the Farm Bill.
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Happy Independence Day! We are joined by Rabobank's Lee Zimmerman who shares data from their BBQ Index and Professor Erin Hodgson of ISU about the re-appearance of an old corn pest. Plus a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in podcast featuring a conversation with Neal Bredehoeft about firefighting agent made from soy.
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On the eve of Independence Day we talk energy markets with Phil Flynn of The PRICE Futures Group about the need for real energy independence in America. Plus we have a Farmer Forum with Casey Schumacher of Nebraska and Rock Katschnig of Illinois.
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Dr. Jim Mintert, director of Purdue University's Center for Commercial Agriculture, joins us to run through the latest Ag Economy Barometer, which was released today. And Ethan Lane, vice president of government affairs at the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, talks about the implications of the Supreme Court's landmark ruling that eliminates Chevron deference going forward.
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Bret Walts of BAMWX joins us for an extended conversation about various weather situations, including Hurricane Beryl, and recent temperatures and precipitation throughout the Midwest. Then Pro Farmer's Jim Wiesemeyer shares more analysis after President Biden's debate performance last week, the Supreme Court's ruling on President Trump's immunity claim, and more.
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As you might have expected, the Friday Free-for-all spends time dissecting last night's presidential debate. Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, Davis Michaelsen and Chip Flory all express their perspectives to what they saw and heard.
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Kurt Kovarik, vice president, government affairs at Clean Fuels Alliance America, joins us to discuss their petitioning EPA to reconsider RFS volumes. The flooding in the Midwest and higher rivers have damaged some infrastructure, including railroads. Soy Transportation Coalition executive director Mike Steenhoek reports on the situation. And USB CEO Lucas Lentsch wraps up the month of June in this week's episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in.
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A significant hurdle was cleared in Iowa for Summit Carbon Solutions to build a pipeline to transport liquified carbon dioxide from ethanol plants to a deep underground sequestration site located in North Dakota. We get the details from CEO Lee Blank. And we have a Farmer Forum from two climate extremes: rainy in Iowa with Kevin Ross and dry in Illinois with Sherman Newlin.
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Parts of Iowa have been hit hard with flooding and the latest reported outbreaks of HPAI in poultry and dairy have provided an additional challenge. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig joins us to share reports and information on the situations. And Dr. Ernie Goss of Creighton University talks about the latest Rural Mainstreet Index, which canvases rural banks to paint an economic picture in the ag industry.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – regales us with a story involving David Brown, who built tractors and famous spy cars. Geoff Cooper, president and CEO at Renewable Fuels Association, talks biofuels issues, including their suit against the EPA.
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For this week's Friday Free-for-all AgriTalk host Chip Flory and Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer have a conversation with USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack about the Farm Bill, trade, biofuels, solar energy and many additional topics.
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We are in Stillwater, Oklahoma for another Sustainable Ranchers Tour with Trust in Beef. Our guests for this program are Jimmy Emmons of Trust in Beef, Mike Burtrum of Burtrum Cattle, Justin Ransom of Tyson Foods, and Dustin Wootten of ABS Global. Plus USB Chair Steve Reinhard joins us for a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in podcast.
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The next Ag Economists' Monthly Monitor is nearing completion and Dr. Scott Brown, Associate Extension Professor at the University of Missouri, joins us to preview some of the results of the survey. Then we have a Farmer Forum with April Hemmes of Iowa and Michelle Jones of Montana.
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U.S. Senator John Boozman of Arkansas joins us to discuss the road ahead for the Farm Bill. Dr. Vince Malanga of LaSalle Economics talks about the economy and possible scenarios the Federal Reserve during the remainder of this election year.
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U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa joins us to share his thoughts on getting a Farm Bill done this year, efforts to reign in false claims/fraud, and enforcing border laws. And Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – shares his Pick of the Week plus we discuss other auctions that he's watching.
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We have the Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAg Radio’s Shaun Haney, and Davis Michaelsen. Plus a fun conversation with Richard Childress if Richard Childress Racing ahead of the Iowa Corn Growers Association-sponsored race this weekend!
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We're in Luverne, Minnesota at Rock Veterinary Clinic for another Merck Day. We meet RVC co-owner and veterinarian Dr. Erin deKoning, plus chat with nutritionist Dr. Grant Crawford and veterinarian Dr. Tim Parks of Merck's Tech Service. And Ed Lammers joins us for a new Soy Checkoff Check-in podcast episode.
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It's "Next Gen" Week and we have Ann Johanns, Extension Program Specialist, Farm Management at Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, join us to discuss her recent article on the topic, Getting Started in Farming: On the Home Farm." Then, we keep the conversation going with the Farmer Forum, featuring Randy Francois of Iowa and Tony Mellinthin of Wisconsin.
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We are in Marshall, Minnesota at the Animal Health Center for a Merck Day event. Our guests are Dr. Grant Crawford, Merck Tech Service nutritionist, and Dr. Brent Meyer, Merck Tech Service veterinarian. Animal Health Center's Theresa Welu also joins us.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Pro Farm policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and Tom Sell of Combest Seel & Associates. Topics include continuing debate on the Farm Bill, the new jobs report, presidential election and more. Plus Jennifer Shike of Farm Journal's Pork stops by to wrap up Pork Week.
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We are live at World Pork Expo in Des Moines, Iowa for Day Four of Pork Week, sponsored by United Animal Health. Harrison Furlow, manager of state pork industry relations at NPPC, joins us to discuss an important immersion program. And we get a download from Dr. Cara Haden, Brad Eckberg, and Randy Kuker – part of a team that contributes to Farm Journal PORK's State of the Pork Industry report.
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It's Day Three of Pork Week and we are at World Pork Expo in Des Moines, Iowa and we have a conversation with Bryan Humphreys, CEO of the National Pork Producers Council. Plus it's Wednesday – that means we have a Farmer Forum. This week's panelists are Lori Stevermer, president of the NPPC, and Matt Gent, president of the Iowa Pork Producers Association. This morning's program is sponsored by United Animal Health.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to share a different kind of Pick of the Week, but still a record-setter. And it's Day One of PORK Week. We have Brett Kaysen, Ph.D., senior vice president of producer and state engagement for the National Pork Board join us to get our coverage started.
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It's been a wild week, right up to yesterday. Friday Free-for-all panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, Davis Michaelsen and Chip Flory sort through the news. Plus, a new Soy Checkoff Check-in podcast with United Soybean Board CEO Lucas Lentsch.
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Dr. Tim Boring, director of the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development, talks about security measures to stay the outbreak of H5N1. Bob Elliott, co-founder and CEO/CIO of Unlimited Funds, joins us to share his perspective on the outlook for the economy.
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Yesterday, the "Voluntary Carbon Markets Joint Policy Statement and Principles” was released by Biden Administration. We have The Farm CPA, Paul Neiffer, join us to try and explain the details. And we have a Farmer Forum with Brad Nelson of Minnesota and Matt Splitter of Kansas.
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With the storms and volatile weather we couldn't let a week go by without a conversation with BAMWX's Michael Clark and Bret Walts. And we welcome Ross Baldwin, hedge strategist at AgMarket.net, to AgriTalk to discuss the Cattle on Feed report's impact on the market, boxed beef trade, risk management for marketers and more.
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It's Memorial Day – a day set aside for us to honor those servicemen and servicewomen who died for our country. We have a new conversation with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete, plus encore content from the Friday Free-for-all discussing developments with the new Farm Bill.
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The House Ag Committee managed to pass a new Farm Bill with bi-partisan support. It's still got a long road ahead and the panelists of the Friday Free-for-all – Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney, Davis Michaelsen, and moderator Chip Flory – discuss the possibilities yet to come.
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Dan Basse, president of AgResource Company, joins us to discuss the upcoming national election in Mexico and how the results might affect trade. Farm Journal agronomist Ken Ferrie of Crop-tech Consulting provides some late planting season advice and we hear about a corn rootworm monitoring project from Ashley Dean, extension specialist, field crop entomology at Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Plus, we have a new episode of United Soybean Board's Soy Checkoff Check-in podcast.
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Paul Neiffer, The Farm CPA, joins us to share perspective on the House and Senate proposals of the new Farm Bill. Then we have the Farmer Forum with Tim Recker of Iowa and Gene Millard of Missouri.
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This morning we get reaction from NCGA president Harold Wolle on the ITC decision on herbicide imports plus developments with the new Farm Bill. William Loux, Senior Vice President of Global Economic Affairs for NMPF and the U.S. Dairy Export Council, talks with Chip and Karen Bohnert about the state of the dairy industry.
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Guest host Michelle Rook chats with Greg Peterson/Machinery Pete, Mary Kay Thatcher – Sr. Manager, Federal Government and Industry Relations at Syngenta about the Farm Bill, and Kurt Kovarik, vice president Federal Affairs at Clean Fuels Alliance America, about tax subsidies for SAF.
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U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15) is the chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture. Today he released the draft version of the Farm Bill, which still must pass through committee and the House. He joined Chip Flory and Jim Wiesemeyer this morning to discuss details of the proposed legislation. Then the Free-for-all continues with Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and Davis Michaelsen.
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This morning we chat with Arlan Suderman of StoneX about the impact of tariffs on the economy and we get a preview of the updated Ag Economists Monthly Monitor with Dr. Scott Brown, associate extension professor at the University of Missouri. Plus, we have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in with this week's guest, Katherine Drake Stowe, director of the U.S. Soybean Research Collaborative.
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Iowa U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley talks about tariffs versus free trade, and should 45Z tax credits for producing SAF be renewed when the time comes. Kurt Alles, head of sustainable business at Farmers Business Network, joins us to discuss the 40B and 45Z tax credits for sustainable aviation fuel. Allison Walston of Valent shares information and tips on protecting pollinators during the planting and growing season. For more information visit www.growingmatters.org/besure
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Greg Peterson, a.k.a. Machinery Pete, joins us to discuss recent auctions, particularly of JD equipment, including his Pick of the Week. And as it's still May it's still Mental Health Awareness Month. We talk with rural behavioral health counselor and consultant Monica McConkey of eyesonthehorizon.org about ways to deal with challenges that can affect mental health.
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Time for the Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, Davis Michaelsen and host Chip Flory. Farm Bill conflicts, Middle East, Canadian rail strike and more are discussed.
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We are in Decatur, Texas at Trust in Beef's first Sustainable Ranchers Tour. Joining us is Chad Ellis, CEO at Texas Ag Land Trust, Jimmy Emmons with Climate-Smart Programs at Farm Journal, David Polser, Director of Ag Programs at EnrichedAg, Michaela Clowser, Director of Producer Education at the National Cattlemen's Beef Association and Reba Colin, with NCBA's Environmental Stewardship Award Program. Plus we have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in with guest Jack Cornell, United Soybean Board Director of Sustainable Supply.
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Cattlemen's Beef Board chair Andy Bishop joins Chip Flory from Japan to discuss the progress being made to export U.S. beef to Japan and South Korea. Davis moderates the Farmer Forum with Sherman Newlin of Illinois and Ted Hamer of Iowa.
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The latest Ag Economy Barometer was released today and Dr. Jim Mintert, Director, Center for Commercial Agriculture at Purdue University joins us to talk about the results. U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. of Kansas joins us to talk about Chairwoman Stabenow's Farm Bill proposal and what wants to see in the next Farm Bill.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – talks about various auctions for used farm he's watching plus his Pick of the Week. May is Mental Health Awareness Week so we have a conversation with Ted Matthews of farmcounseling.org who shares some helpful hints to deal with stress. And Leslie Garcia, associate director for Regulatory, Sustainability, & Stewardship at Valent, joins us for a third conversation in in the 2024 Be Sure! campaign with AgriTalk.
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Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney join Chip and Davis for the Friday Free-for-all. Topics include the Farm Bill, reviewing reactions to GREET Model, railroad strike in Canada, latest jobs data and more.
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The House Ag Committee Chairman's Mark of the new Farm Bill was released this week and we have former House Ag Committee Chairman Collin Peterson join us to share his thoughts about it and the prospects of passing this year. Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer reports on both the House and Senate Farm Bill proposals. Iowa Corn Growers Association president Jolene Riessen shares reaction to the GREET Model announcement. And USB board director Gary Berg joins us for a new episode of The Soy Checkoff Check-in.
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The Farm CPA Paul Neiffer and Continuum Ag's Mitchell Hora join us to share perspective on 40BSAF-GREET2024. This week's Farmer Forum features Kevin Ross from Iowa and Chad Leman from Illinois. And we have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in with guest Lucas Lentsch, CEO of United Soybean Board.
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We hear from Ethan Lane of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association about the final rule on electronic ear tags. We expect to learn the final GREET model today and Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor joins us to discuss what it could mean for sustainable aviation fuel. And with the volatile weather throughout the midwest we have Bret Walts of BAMWX provide a forecast.
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We hear about the weather from Bret Walts of BAMWX. Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – shares his Pick of the Week while it was still on the auction block. We hear about a troubling WOTUS situation from Farm Journal reporter Chris Bennett and attorney Charles Yates of the Pacific Legal Foundation. And Roger Horton of Landis International talks about the BeSure! campaign with Growning Matters.
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We have the Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete, and "The Farm CPA" Paul Neiffer. Everyone shares their perspectives on prospects for the Farm Bill, plus several other issues.
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We talk with Dr. Scott Brown, Associate Extension Professor in the Division of Applied Social Sciences of the University of Missouri, about the latest Ag Economist's Monthly Monitor. Then Dr. Andrew Bowman, associate professor at the College of Veterinary Medicine at The Ohio State University, joins us to discuss the challenges of HPAI/H5N1.
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We catch up with U.S. Representative Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15), Chairman of the House Ag Committee, and hear about where things stand with Farm Bill, beginning with the Chairman's Mark-up. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Tim Burrack of Iowa and Mike Appert of North Dakota.
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This morning we get Dr. Vince Malanga of LaSalle Economic's thoughts on the economy and the Federal Reserve's maneuvers. We meet Nate Blum, CEO of Sorghum United, who tells us about the work they do and their goals.
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Ah, Monday...the best thing about you is we have our weekly conversation with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete. We also chat with Iowa State Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig about many issues and his thoughts on Earth Day as it relates to ag. Then we hear from Shine Taylor of Gowan about the BeSure! stewardship program at Growing Matters.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio and our own Davis Michaelsen. Topics include Israel retaliation against Iran, Congress set to vote on foreign aid packages, the idea of "equity" in USDA policies, E15 this summer and more.
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We talk with Tom Buis, CEO at American Carbon Alliance, about how the decline in price estimates for commodities illustrates the need for carbon capture projects. Economist Bernt Nelson of American Farm Bureau Federation joins us to discuss the USDA-NASS decision to eliminate some of their surveys. It is Iowa State University's Extension and Outreach Week. We have a conversation with department VP Jason Henderson about it. And we have another Soy Checkoff Check-in podcast episode, featuring Steve Reinhard.
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Under Secretary of Agriculture for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor shares details of her upcoming trade mission trip to India next week. Then we continue discussing ag trade in the Farmer Forum with April Hemmes of Iowa and Bill Flory of Idaho.
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NCGA president Harold Wolle joins us to discuss the top issues they're looking at, including the Federal Agriculture Risk Management Enhancement and Resilience Act (FARMER). Jordan Fife, president of trading at BioUrja, gives us a few things to think about with the energy markets, including OPEC's influence in the global market and how Russia and Iran also factor into the price of crude.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to discuss his Pick of the Week and other auctions he's watching. Rob Fox is the director of the Knowledge Exchange Division at CoBank and he joins us to discuss "sticky inflation" and potential moves the Federal Reserve might make. Dr. Megan Niederwerder, executive director at the Swine Health Information Center, previews the April 19th webinar to help swiine farmers understand the potential risks associated with the highly pathogenic avian influenza A (H5N1).
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Trish Cook, pork farmer and former president of the Iowa Pork Producers Association, joins us froom Washington, D.C. where she visited with U.S. Senator Joni Ernst to discuss exporting Iowa pork. Then this week's Friday Free-for-all features Pro Farmer's Jim Wiesemeyer and U.S. Farm Report's Tyne Morgan.
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Dr. Michael Cordonnier of Soybean and Corn Advisor joins us to talk about late season disease in Argentina's corn crop. Agronomist Missy Bauer of B&M Crop Consulting discusses early season corn planting. Plus, the next episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in podcast.
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Some changes are afoot with USDA-NASS and we have Lance Honig, acting director of the Methodology Division, to take us through the surveys that are being discontinued. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Iowa State Representative Chad Ingels and Jay Myers of North Dakota.
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We talk with Geoff Cooper, president and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, as we're starting to pickup hints on what the final GREET model will be that will ultimately if corn-based ethanol has a pathway to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
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U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley joins us to discuss the questions he's hearing from constituents in Iowa as he travels through 99 counties, including prospects for the Farm Bill, trade, and more. Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – shares tributes for recently departed friends, sale prices from recent auctions, market trends with combines, and of course his Pick of the Week.
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It's time for the Friday Free-for-all and we spend some time talking about government spending with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney.
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Bob Elliott, co-founder and CEO of Unlimited Funds, joins us for a robust conversation on the economy, including potential Federal Reserve moves concerning interest rates. Sid Miller is the Commissioner of Agriculture of Texas and he joins us to discuss dealing with various challenges in the state, including wildfires and developments related to HPAI. And we have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in podcast, featuring Sara Stelter, USB Director and SNI Global board member.
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Dr. Jim Mintert, professor of agricultural economics and director, Center for Commercial Agriculture at Purdue University, joins us to break down the latest Ag Economy Barometer. And Ben Riensche of Iowa and Glen Newcomer of Ohio are in this week's Farmer Forum.
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This morning's program is about updates to two important and developing stories. First, we speak with Dr. Fred Gingrich, DVM who is executive director of the American Association of Bovine Practitioners about the latest information on HPAI. Then we discuss the tragic Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore and the process of rebuilding with Ken Eriksen of Polaris Analytics and Consulting. Included is a new episode of Soy Checkoff Check-in featuring a conversation with USB CEO Lucas Lentsch.
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We have a conversation with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – about his Pick of the Week, plus other auctions he's watching and what's coming up. U.S. Representative Randy Feentra (IA-04) joins us for a conversation about the Farm Bill, President Biden's proposed budget, the border crisis and more.
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Welcome to a (Good) Friday Free-for-all with panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and Davis Michaelsen. They join Chip to discuss the issues with the Key Bridge tragedy, North American and workd trade, renewable fuels and more.
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Dan Basse of AgResource Company helps us prepare for the USDA reports released today. Greg Henderson of Drovers has a full segment this week to take us through the various issues that popped up for the cattle/beef industry. And Terry Johnston of Farm Rescue brings us up to speed on what they do and how/where they've expanded.
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Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor joins us to discuss last week's CERAWeek event plus how far we've come in the renewable fuels industry and how far we have yet to go to better capitalize on its potential. This week's Farmer Forum features Greg Anderson of Nebraska and Anthony Bush of Ohio. Topics include soybean contributions to biofuels, the future of renewable energy, and what is the next ethanol.
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Dr. Justin Smith is the Animal Health Commissioner at the Kansas Department of Agriculture and he joins us to discuss the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) affecting dairy cows. U.S. Cattlemen’s Association president Justin Supper talks about electronic ear tag mandates and the important win in the U.S. Senate against beef imports from Paraguay. And Mike Steenhoek, executive director at the Soy Transportation Coalition, shares information on how the tragic bridge collapse in Baltimore may affect shipping and agriculture.
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We have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete join us for his weekly update on the most notable farm machine auctions he's tracking. Chris Bliley of Growth Energy talks about E15 availability and other topics. Jim Wiesemeyer has info on recently passed bills, including appropriations.
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The Friday Free-for-all features Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer and Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio plus Chip Flory and Davis Michaelsen. Topics include appropriations bill to keep federal government funded, EPA mandating stricter tailpipe emissions, ag trade deficit and a lot more.
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Professor Scott Brown of Mizzou joins us to discuss the latest Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor. Geoff Cooper of Renewable Fuels Association shares reaction to EPA’s announcement of re-calibrated emissions standards. And Dr. Mitchell Roth of FBN talks about how farmers can guard against La Niña and El Niño. Plus we have Episode 1 of Soy Checkoff Check-in, a special new podcast for United Soybean Board.
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With the chance of the Trump era tax cuts next year we needed to get The Farm CPA, Paul Neiffer, back on to walk us though potential changes. And our Farmer Forum features Karin Reeves of New York and Laura Haffner of Kansas who are both in Washington, D.C. to meet with lawmakers and agencies about crippling labor issues, including H-2A requirments.
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There's a lot of important information in this morning's program that producers and consumers will want to hear. Tim Schaefer of Encore Consultants walks us through family business succession planning. Mitchell Hora of Continuum Ag (topsoil.ag) talks about finding your Carbon Intensity Score and capitalizing on it. John Rogers of Anheiser-Busch and Dr. Beth Sauerhaft of American Farmland Trust tells us about the U.S. Farmed Certification
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Our pal Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to discuss his Pick of the Week plus other auctions he's following plus...bowties? And the price of WTI crude has been increasing so it's the perfect time to have a conversation with Phil Flynn of The PRICE Futures Group.
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Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and Tom Sell of Combest Sell & Associates join the Friday Free-for-all with Chip Flory and Davis Michaelsen. Topics include hurdles for the Farm Bill, dealing with China, exports and more.
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This morning's program begins with a conversation with Rich Nelson about the results of Allendale's recent crop survey. We speak with U.S. Representative Sam Graves, chairman of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, about the E-BRIDGE Act, the State of the Union address, and the Farm Bill. And Tim Luginsland of the Wells Fargo Agri-Food Institute tells us about increased soybean production and renewable diesel fuel.
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The Farm CPA – Paul Neiffer – joins us to hash out some of the taxation proposals in President Biden's budget plan. This week's Farmer Forum features Mike Berdo of Iowa and Jason Propst of Illinois.
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U.S. Meat Export Federation president and CEO Dan Halstrom joins us to discuss the rapid start for pork exports in 2024. Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture tells us about the carbon tax program in Canada – something U.S. ag will want to avoid. And Kent Bacus, executive director, government policy at NCBA, shares reaction to USDA's ruling on "Made in the USA" labeling.
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This morning U.S. Senator Charles Grassley of Iowa joins us and we also have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney, and of course Chip Flory and Davis Michaelsen. Topics include reviewing the State of the Union address, employment data, the Farm Bill, pipeline in South Dakota, canceled SRW orders and more.
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United States Cattlemen's Association president Justin Tupper joins us to talk about the situation with packers and stockyards, attempts to mandate electronic IDs, and support for Texans affected by the fires. Unlimited Funds president Bob Elliott joins us to discuss Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell testifying on The Hill, the economy, potential rate cuts and more. We meet Sweetwater Technologies founder Chad Gripp and learn about the company, their innovative use of drones, how they are engaging young agriculturalists, and what are their goals.
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Dr. Jim Mintert, professor of agricultural Eeonomics and director, Center for Commercial Agriculture at Purdue University, joins us to discuss the latest Ag Economy Barometer. Then our Farmer Forum features Joe Del Bosque of California and James Johnson of New Mexico.
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Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor joins us to discuss the delayed announcement of an updated GREET model, the future of sustainable aviation fuel and ethanol. Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer provides perspective on a variety of topics, including China stockpiling grain, President Biden's upcoming State of the Union address, possibility/probability of Congress passing an appropriations bill, and more.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us from the road and shares his Pick of the Week, which he found last week at Commodity Classic, plus reports on various auctions. And U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas share his perspective on various issues including appropriations to keep the federal government operating, aid to Ukraine and Israel, and prospects for a new farm bill in 2024.
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Welcome to Day 3 of our coverage at Commodity Classic in Houston, Texas. This morning's program is brought to you by the United Soybean Board, and we have conversations with USB leadership team members Philip Good, USB Secretary, Ed Lammers, USB Vice Chair, and Brent Gatton, USB Treasurer.
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Day 2 of our coverage of Commodity Classic begins with our morning program made possible by the United Soybean Board. We have USB Chair Steve Reinhard join Chip as a guest co-host. We have informative conversations with USSEC Chair Lance Rezac, ASA President Josh Gackle, and USB CEO Lucas Lentsch about the role of soy around the world and here in the U.S.
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We usually save extended market conversations for the afternoon show. But since the ag markets are one of the dominant topics of discussion these days we decided to have Rick Brock of The Brock Report join us to get his insight into what's going on. Plus our Farmer Forum features Caleb Hamer of Iowa and Ryan Wagner of South Dakota.
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Davis Michaelsen sits in while Chip heads to Houston for Commodity Classic. He has a conversation with Dr. Vince Malanga of LaSalle Economics about New York's economy and if/how it could affect the rest of the country. Then Doug Hensley of Hertz Farm Management provides a review of 2023 and looks ahead to the rest of 2024.
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U.S. Senator Charles Grassley talks about financial aid to Ukraine, funding the Federal Government, efforts to defeat California's Prop 12 and more. Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to comment on the trends in the used machinery market, iincludnig his Pick of the Week and other auctions. Chip previews AgriTalk's schedule at Commodity Classic.
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The Friday Free-for-all gang is back and there's plenty to talk about. Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney join Chip Flory and David Michaelsen for a panel discussion on the impending federal government funding deadlines, presidential candidates, bio fuels and more.
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The National Ethanol Conference just ended and we get a report on it from Troy Bedenkamp, senior vice president, government & public affairs at the Renewable Fuels Association. CattleCon 2024 recently concluded and we speak with Ethan Lane, vice president of government affairs at the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, about the convention and NCBA's priorities for this year. And Andrew McCrea joins us to celebrate National FFA Week.
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Bob Hemesath is a board member at the National Corn Growers Association and was recently elected president of Farmers for Free Trade. He joins us to discuss his new role and his vision leading the advocacy group. The Farmer Forum follows featuring Kevin Paap of Minnesota and Dennis Bogaards of Iowa.
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Bret Walts of BAMWX.com joins us for a longer weather conversation covering the U.S. and South American outlooks. Dr. Michael Cordonnier of Soybean & Corn Advisor, Inc. shares his thoughts on first crop corn, bean harvest and safrinha corn.
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It's Presidents' Day and the markets are closed. We have a conversation with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete, plus Joe Vaclavik of Standard Grain and Tyne Morgan of U.S. Farm Report.
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Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer returns to the Friday Free-for-all to catch us up on what he's been hearing on the road, plus the Farm Bill, budgets, green initiatives, President Biden, Former President Trump and more.
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We're at the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, KY, sponsored by CaseIH. We meet up with Alan Hoskins, president of American Farm Mortgage, and Greg Peterson – better known as Machinery Pete.
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Farm Journal agronomist Ken Ferrie of Crop-Tech Consulting joins us in Louisville at the National Farm Machinery Show. Topics include discoveries from 2023 yield plots. Ryan Bivens of Kentucky and Andy Pasztor (you know him from Andy Clean) of Ontario, Canada join us for the Farmer Forum.
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Michelle Rook is guest host and she has conversations with Dan Halstrom of the U.S. Meat Export Federation, energy specialist John Wenzel of StoneX, and Mark Herman of the Iowa Soybean Association.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to discuss his Pick of the Week, which of course broke a record, plus he reports on an in-person retirement auction he attended. USDA released their net farm income forecast and with us to talk about it is Tanner Ehmke, lead economist for grains and oilseeds in CoBank's Knowledge Exchange research division.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Shaun Haney from RealAgriculture and Jessica Schulken from The Russell Group in Washington, D.C. Topics include partisanship work on the Farm Bill, questions raised about President Biden's memory, Dicamba ruling and more.
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Michael Langemeier, professor at Purdue's Department of Agricultural Economics, joins us to discuss the results of the latest Ag Economy Barometer. Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor talks about their recent Executive Leadership Conference. And Daren Coppock, president and CEO of Agricultural Retailers Association, shares details about the Federal District Court decision that vacated the registrations for over-the-top dicamba products.
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It's Day Two of Top Producer Summit 2024 and coverage for this episode is sponsored by Rabo AgriFinance. We have a conversation with Stephen Nicholson, global sector strategist, grains & oilseed at Rabo, about the latest in biofuel market development. Sam Taylor, farm inputs analyst at Rabo AgriFinance, joins us for a conversation about crop input trends. The Farm CPA himself, Paul Neiffer, is also at TPS and he shares important information about the Corporate Transparency Act.
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We're at Top Producer Summit in Kansas City brought to you by BASF. We have a special Farmer Forum with Top Producer Award finalists Christine Hamilton, P.J. Haynie, and Kelly Garrett. Plus we speak with Scott Kay, vice president of agricultural solutions at BASF.
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Even though he's on the road that never stops Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – from joining us to talk about his Pick of the Week plus other auctions he's tracking. Dr. Ginger Fenton is a Dairy Extension Educator at Penn State Extension. She previews their upcoming Communicating With Farmers Under Stress event. Courtney Schmidt is with the Wells Fargo Agri-Food Institute and she joins us to discuss their report on food spending for the Super Bowl this weekend.
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The first Friday Free-for-all for February '24 features Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture plus Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete and resident newsman Davis Michaelsen.
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U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. of Kansas joins us to discuss many issues, including foreign investment in ag lands and truth in labeling. Nate Franzén is president of ag banking at First Dakota National Bank and he shares his perspective on the recent moves by the Federal Reserve and some indicators of where the economy is trending. And Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller talks about a letter he co-signed with eleven other state ag leaders to the heads of six banks about the impact of Net-Zero Banking Alliance on agriculture and food security.
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U.S. Senator Joni Ernst joins us to discuss the tragedy of the three service members killed in Jordan, status of the Farm Bill, the border crisis, sustainable aviation fuel, year-round E15 and more. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Garry Niemeyer of Illinois plus Scott McGregor of Iowa joins from CattleCon in Orlando.
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Lee Blank is CEO at Summit Carbon Solutions and he joins us to discuss yesterday's announcement of a partnership with POET for expanded carbon capturing. The Farm CPA, Paul Neiffer, joins us to describe the Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs. We come back to Dr. Vince Malanga, president of LaSalle Econoomics, for his perspective on what to expect from the current FOMC meeting and potential move by the Federal Reserve on interest rates.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us from the road while covering an auction to talk about his Pick of the Week. Bill Lapp of Advanced Economic Solutions joins us to talk about the newest Ag Economist's Monthly Monitor, an anonymous survey harvesting insight from individuals with expertise in crop, livestock, policy and ag finance.
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Davis Michaelsen hosts this week's Friday Free-for-all with panelists Michelle Jones of BigSkyFarmher, Chris Gibbs of Rural Voices USA, and Tom Sell of Combest, Sell and Associates.
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Michelle Rook speaks with National Association of Wheat Growers CEO Chandler Goule about Title I and the Farm Bill, appropriations for programs, plus transportation issues for wheat. Steve Censky is CEO at the American Soybean Association and he joins us for a conversation on issues including reference prices, crop insurance, and EPA and the Endangered Species Act. Monte Shaw is the executive director at the Iowa Renwable Fuels Association and he joins us to discuss exciting news in the Sustainable Aviation Fuel industry.
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Dr. Ernie Goss is the Jack MacAllister Chair in Regional Economics at Creighton University's Heider College of Business and he joins us this morning to review the latest Rural Mainstreet Index. Then our Farmer Forum features Ted Hamer and Ben Riensche and let's just say it's even better than expected.
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National Cattlemen's Beef Association vice president of government affairs Ethan Lane joins Michelle Rook for a conversation on what's happening with Congress, USDA, the cattle/beef industry and more. Kurt Kovarik is vice president of federal affairs at Clean Fuels Alliance America provides an update on the status of various bio fuels, investments, facilities, blending standards and more. National Pork Board CEO Bill Even joins us for a conversation on the impact of the weather on pork processing and transportation, encouraging signs for 2024, fallout of Prop 12, and more.
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We have a packed show with Davis Michaelsen at the helm this morning. Iron auction updates from Greg Peterson – a.k.a. Machinery Pete, NCBA executive director Kent Bacus on the Death Tax, and Farm Journal journalist Chris Bennett talks about recent stories he's reporting on.
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House Ag Committee Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) joins us to clarify schedule targets related to the Farm Bill, plus Title 1 funding and more. The Friday Free-for-all includes Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer and Iowa farmer Tim Burrack. Topics include the presidential election and developments in carbon capture/storage and sustainable aviation fuel.
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We welcome U.S. Representative Frank Lucas (OK-03) to AgriTalk and have a conversation about the possibility of Paraguayan beef imports and what the risks are, plus status of the Farm Bill. Then we hear from Illinois pork producer Phil Borgic on the impacts of California's Prop 12 on Midwest hog markets.
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Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete joins us to discuss issues that impact the markets plus we have a Farmer Forum with Jason Propst of Illinois and Kevin Ross of Iowa.
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Paul Schadegg, AFM is senior vice president of real estate operations at Farmers National Company and he joins us today to discuss their latest land values report. Bret Walts of BAMWX.com talks about the past, present, and potential future wintry weather in the United States and what's going on in South America. Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer shares perspective on the Iowa Caucus results and the work being done to avert a government shutdown.
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Today is Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr's birthday and on this holiday we have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete join us for a review and preview of notable auctions of used machine equipment. And we chat with Alan Hoskins of American Farm Mortgage about the ag real estate market.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and Tom Sell of Combest, Sell & Associates and they discuss the presidential election and the upcoming Iowa Caucus with Chip and Davis.
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Growth Energy's general counsel Joe Kakesh joins us to take us through the recent petitions filed to have new hearings in response to the 5th Circuit Court rulings on SREs. Professor Glynn Tonsor of Kansas State University talks about the state of beef demand.
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We have former House Ag Committee Chairman Collin Peterson with us to share his perspective on the challenges in Congress today, including the Farm Bill and trying to pass another Continuing Resolution. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Tim Burrack of Iowa and Mike Appert of North Dakota.
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Presidential candidate and former ambassador Nikki Haley joins us to answer our five standard questions we're asking 2024 presidential candidates about what they would do if elected – including ag issues and trade. And we thought it would be an opportune time to chat with John Homenuk of Empire Weather Consulting.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to discuss his Pick of the Week, plus a few other auctions he's watching. We get an update on the state of the rural health industry from Carrie Cochran-McClain, chief policy officer at the National Rural Health Association.
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Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture, and Ohio farmer Chris Gibbs of RuralVoicesUSA talk about several issues in this week's Friday Free-for-all. Topics include the border with Mexico, the economy, Russia/Ukraine and China/Taiwan and more.
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This morning's program previews two upcoming events that are important to agriculture. Margy Eckelkamp talks about Top Producer Summit (visit tpsummit.com) and Monte Shaw previews the Iowa Renewable Fuels Summit (go to iowarenewablefuelssummit.org for more info).
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USDA's Risk Management Agency is hosting more than a dozen in-person and virtual workshops this winter for producers to learn about new and expanded livestock risk management products. RMA Administrator Marcia Bunger joins us to tell us about this program. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Michelle Jones of Montana and Bob Hemesath of Iowa.
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We decided to catch up with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer on news from the New Year's weekend and Dr. Jim Mintert of Purdue University provides his monthly update on the Ag Economy Barometer.
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Happy New Year! We have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – join us for a look back on 2023 in the used machinery market. Then we wrap up coverage of NAFB Trade Talk with conversations Chip Flory recorded with Jared Goplen of Wyffels, Jeff Hartz of Croplan, Gail Stratman of FMC and Dr. David Shirbroun of Boehringer Ingelheim.
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It's time for our annual end-of-the-year Friday Free-for-all where panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio and Michelle Rook of Farm Journal look back on 2023 and make a few predictions for 2024.
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U.S. Senator Roger Marshall of Kansas joins us to discuss immigration reform, the recent railroad border crossing temporary closure, trade and more. Tom Karst, editor emeritus at The Packer, looks back on the big stories of 2023 for produce.
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Phil Flynn, senior market analyst at The PRICE Futures Group, returns for a conversation about the energy market and a critique of federal government policies that have influenced those markets. The Farmer Forum features Brad Nelson of Minnesota and Bob Birdsell of Missouri.
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This week we have an extended weather conversation with Kirk Hinz and Bret Walts of BAMWX covering North and South America. Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer joins us to update us on global events and the presidential election.
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Merry Christmas! Our first program today features more conversations recorded at NAFB's Trade Talk event. We have Anthony Styczinski and Yancy Wright of John Deere talk about machinery, plus Steve Lerner of Chr. Hansen and Dr. Tim Parks of Merck Animal Health discuss cow/calf health issues. We wrap up with Nick Swisher of BASF for a look ahead at the main issues for farmers.
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The Friday Free-for-all featuring Jim Wiesemeyer from Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney from RealAg Radio, Chip Flory and Davis Michaelsen cover a lot of ground this morning, including the presidential election, lack of production in Congress, EVs, and more.
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U.S. presidential candidate Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida joins us to discuss his vision for America if elected. We are asking all presidential candidates the same set of questions, including agendas related to U.S. agriculture. Mike Steenhoek, executive director of the Soy Transportation Coalition, has just returned from the Panama Canal. He reports on what he saw there plus shares perspective on the situation with the railroad closures at the border with Mexico.
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Daniele Siqueira, grains market analyst at AgRural, talks about the latest crop conditions in Brazil. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Sherman Newlin of Illinois and Ryan Wagner of South Dakota.
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This morning we have conversations with Harold Wolle, president of the National Corn Growers Association, Dr. Frank Mitloehner of UC Davis – with a report of his experience at COP28, and Dave Delaney, director of marketing for Partners for Production Agriculture.
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Buckle-up for this week's Friday Free-for-all featuring Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney, and Iowa soybean farmer/globetrotter April Hemmes. A lot of topics are covered, including Argentina, interest rates, possibilities for trade wars, and more.
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We have a full show starting with a conversation with U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa. Then Michelle Rook checks in with Todd Wilkinson, president of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, about the issues with imported beef from places like Paraguay. And finally FSA Administrator Zach Ducheneaux talks about ERP and the new PARP announcement.
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Josh Linville of StoneX is generous with his time and knowledge as he chats with Davis Michaelsen about the fertilizer market plus this week's Farmer Forum features Tim Gregerson of Nebraska and Scott Berger of Iowa.
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Michelle Rook is guest host this morning and she has conversations with Solutions from the Land president Ernie Shea about his trip to Dubai for COP28, Farm Bureau vice president Scott VanderWal about ag policy challenges and focus, and Veronica Bradley, director of environmental science at Clean Fuels Alliance America.
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Davis Michaelsen is host this morning and his guests are Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete, Farmers National Company's Senior Vice President of Real Estate Operations Paul Schadegg, and health author Dr. Udo Erasmus.
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Davis Michaelsen has a conversation with Doug Hensley, president of Hertz Farm Management, about the real estate market. The Farmer Forum features Belinda Burrier, Maryland representative for USB, talks about the Farmers for Soil Health initiative and Brad Doyle, chairman at ASA, tells us about the Conservation Legacy Awards.
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Soy Transportation Coalition executive director Mike Steenhoek joins us to discuss issues with the Mississippi River plus we meet Austin Gellings, director of agricultural services at AEM, who talks about efficiency and modern technology. And we have an extended conversation with Karen Bohnert of Farm Journal's MILK about dairy news and upcoming events.
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Greg Peterson, also known as Machinery Pete, joins us to talk about some new record breaking auctions, including his Pick of the Week, plus other recent and upcoming auctions. Arlan Suderman, chief commodities economist at StoneX, preps us for tomorrow's USDA reports and talks about global events affecting the markets.
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The Friday Free-for-all featuring Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAgriculture/RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney plus Davis Michaelsen and moderator Chip Flory. The Farm Bill, grain movement from Ukraine, fuel prices, and more.
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We learn about "methanol" and carbon capturing from Jeff Bonar, CEO at CapCO2. And our College Roadshow begins this week with a visit to University of Missouri and Howard Cowden Professor Pat Westhoff, director of FAPRI-MU.
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We have Dr. Jim Mintert, professor of ag economics at Purdue University, join us to discuss the latest Ag Economy Barometer. Our Farmer Forum this week features Mike Appert of North Dakota and Roger Cerven of Iowa.
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Since we missed our customary weekly weather update with Bret Walts of BAMWX yesterday we wanted to have him on today for a deeper dive into what we've been seeing lately and what might be in the near future, weather-wise. Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer joins us for a Signal to Noise conversation covering what Congress is working on this month, including the next spending bill, Russia and North Korea, Farm Bill progress, presidential election and more.
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Greg Peterson, a.k.a. Machinery Pete, joins us to talk about his Pick of the Week, plus other recent and upcoming auctions that got his attention, and reminisce about 14 years sharing stories on YouTube. We discuss EPA's denial of SRE's with Joe Kakesh, general counsel for Growth Energy. And Megan Schossow of the University of Minnesota talks about efforts to educate kids about safety on the farm through UMASH.
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This is basically a Pro Farmer edition of the Friday Free-for-all with policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, editor Brian Grete, former editor Chip Flory, and inputs specialist/LandOwner editor Davis Michaelsen. Topics include the Farm Bill, WOTUS, Brazil, latest jobs report and more.
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We have a conversation with U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa about the possibility of getting the Farm Bill done this year, some of the possible contents of the bill, justice in Washington D.C., and more. Mary-Thomas Hart is chief counsel for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association and she joins us to share their reaction to EPA's final final WOTUS rule.
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House Ag Chairman Glenn "G.T." Thompson (PA-15) joins us this morning to share his reaction to EPA's announcement of their final WOTUS rule, plus talk about the progress of the Farm Bill. The Farmer Forum features Jed Bower of Ohio and Ben Riensche of Iowa.
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Ken Eriksen, Senior Vice President at S&P Global Commodity Insights, joins us to discuss the potential impacts to consumers on the shipping situation at the Panama Canal and the low water-levels of the Mississippi River. Then Josh Linville of StoneX talks about the fertilizer market, including global factors. And Dr. Alison Robertson, professor and extension plant pathologist at Iowa State University, gives us an update on crop health.
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It's Monday and that means the returm of Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete! He talks about his Pick of the Week, second hand market trends, and other auctions on his radar. Plus Terry Johnson, development director at Farm Rescue, joins us to tell us about the organization and the great work they do to help farmers in need.
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We have some numbers from Pro Farmer Crop Tour plus we have the Friday Free-for-all with panelists Jim Wiesemeyer, who recently had a conversation with U.S. Senator John Boozman of Arkansas, Tyson Redpath of The Russell Group, and Michelle Jones hailing from the PNW – you may know her as BigSkyFarmHer.
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It's Day 4 of the Pro Farmer Crop Tour and the finish line in Rochester, Minnesota is in the distance. Tour directors Brian Grete and Chip Flory join us to provide an update. And Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer talks news events.
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It's Day 3 of Pro Farmer Crop Tour 2023 and East leg director Brian Grete is in Northwest Illinois. He joins us to discuss yesterday's results and what changes he's seeing in the fields today compared to previous crop tours. Chip Flory, West leg director on the Pro Farmer Crop Tour, is in Woodbury County, Iowa and he shares perspective on yesterday's findings plus some concerns over what he's seeing in the fields today.
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Day 2 of Crop Tour and East leg director Brian Grete saw a lot of healthy corn and pods in Ohio. Indiana is coming along and we get an update about what he's been seeing so far today. And it's already 90 degrees in Nebraska north of the Platt River. West leg tour director Chip Flory joins us to discuss yesterday's numbers plus what he's seeing so far as well.
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It's Day 1 for Pro Farmer's Crop Tour 2023 and it's already heating up in Nebraska where Chip Flory reports in from the West leg. Brian Grete on the East leg also provides a report on what they're seeing so far plus provides an overview for how Crop Tour works. Bret Walts of BAMWX.com joins us to talk about the tropical storm on the West Coast and share the week's forecast for the Crop Tour regions.
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For this week's Friday Free-for-all, Dr. Scott Brown of the University of Missouri joins us to preview the upcoming Ag Economists' Monthly Monitor. Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture contributes thoughts as well.
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Dan Basse, president of AgResource Company, tells us about what he saw on the crop tour he was just on with Jim Quinton plus we get a report on global events affecting ag, including what's going on in China and South America. We meet Genevieve Collins, director of the Texas chapter of Americans for Prosperity and she tells us about efforts to streamline health care and make it more affordable.
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Weather is still a dominating factor for all things ag these days so we have John Homenuk of Empire Weather give us a forecast for many parts of the U.S. Brad Nelson of Minnesota and Tim Gregerson of Nebraska join us on the Farmer Forum to discuss their experiences as Master Scouts on Pro Farmer Crop Tour and what they're expectations are for next week.
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We are in Fayette County, Iowa at Tim Burrack's operation for live coverage of the Iowa Nitrogen Initiative Field Day event. We talk with Melissa Miller, project director of the Iowa Nitrogen Initiative at Iowa State University, Greg Alber of the Iowa Corn Promotion Board, and Dr. Mike Castellano, soil science professor at Iowa State. Coverage sponsored by the Iowa Corn Growers Association.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – is a man in motion and we catch up with him in Illinois where there's a combine clinic in Prophetstown and he's covering an online auction. We get his Pick of the Week plus details of other recent auctions. U.S. Meat Export Federation president and CEO Dan Halstrom joins us for a review of the first half of 2023.
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Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, and newsman Davis Michaelsen join AgriTalk host Chip Flory for the Friday Free-for-all and talk about a variety of topics, including Farm Bill status, China, crop tours, price of crude oil and a lot more.
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Monte Shaw, executive director at Iowa Renewable Fuels Association, joins us to discuss the suit IRFA has brought against EPA for the delay in year-round E15. Alan Hoskins, president of American Farm Mortgage and Financial Services, talks about downgrades by Moody and how farms are partnering with lenders in this economic climate.
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Ethan Lane, vice president of government affairs at the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, joins us to discuss land grab efforts by the federal government in Arizona. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Jim Jibben in South Dakota and Mike Berdo in Iowa.
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Bret Walts of BAMWX.com joins us for a more detailed conversation about late-season weather plus Jerry Gidel shares results from his recent annual crop tour through parts of Illinois.
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We begin with our customary conversation with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete. Only he's got a surprise Pick of the Week plus an inspirational story. We get a U.S. and Brazilian crop expectations update from Dr. Michael Cordonnier of soybeansandcorn.com.
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In this week's Friday Free-for-all, Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, Chip Flory and Davis Michaelsen discuss the latest U.S. jobs report, Russian grain and oil, global availability of wheat and rice, the GOP field of presidential candidates and more.
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We cover a lot this morning, starting with VP of domestic policy Kelly Cushman of NPPC discussing avenues for "fixing" the pressures brought to pork producers by Prop 12 in California and Massachusetts' "Question 3". Then we hear about crop issues seen in Iowa by Dr. Alison Robertson of Iowa State University. Finally, Bob Elliott of Unlimited Funds shares perspective on the U.S. credit downgrade by Fitch and what he expects from the Fed going forward.
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We discuss the latest Ag Economy Barometer with Dr. James Mintert of Purdue University and we have a Farmer Forum with Randy Urmacher of Nebraska and Tony Mellenthin of Wisconsin.
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Farm CPA Paul Neiffer talks us through the proposed bi-partisan legislation called the Farm Program Integrity Act which is designed to close loopholes concerning "actively engaged in farming" and other factors. Paul Schadegg, senior vp of real estate operations at Farmers National Company, joins us to discuss FNC's mid-year land values report.
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We have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – join us from Zumbro Falls, MN where he's attending an estate auction and of course tells us his Pick of the Week. And we have Part 2 of an informative conversation with Joe Glauber, senior research fellow at the International Food Policy Research Institute, about grains and the Russia/Ukraine conflict.
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Another "quiet week" of news for our panelists of this week's Friday Free-for-all, featuring Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney along with Chip Flory and Davis Michaelsen.
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We get an informative download of the situation in Ukraine from Joe Glauber, senior research fellow at the International Food Policy Research Institute (and former chief economist at USDA). Phil Flynn, energy analyst at The PRICE Futures Group, talks about the fuel and energy markets situation in the U.S. and how we might better our economic condition with a different strategy than what's in place now.
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Mitchell Hora of Continuum Ag joins us to provide some key information about the Inflation Reduction Act's Section 45Z (Clean Fuel Production Credit) starting in 2025 plus we have The Farmer Forum with Tim Recker of Iowa and Quint Pottinger of Kentucky.
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Chip and Davis have conversations with Karen Bohnert of Farm Journals MILK, Dr. Kevin Folta from the University of Florida, Dr. Vince Malanga from LaSalle Economics, and Lance Honig from USDA-NASS.
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House Ag Committee Chairman Glenn G.T. Thompson joins us for an update on the progress being made on the new Farm Bill, plus the Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, Davis Michaelsen and Chip Flory.
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Former House Ag Chairman Collin Peterson of The Peterson Group joins us to share his thoughts on the progress of the new Farm Bill, including potential challenges, and his role in helping move the process along. Growth Energy CEO (and first ever Women in Ethanol Award recipient) Emily Skor joins us to talk about SREs, year-round E15, and more. Dr. Scott Brown, Associate Extension Professor for Markets & Policy and Interim Director, Rural & Farm Finance Policy Analysis Center at the University of Missouri, discusses the latest the Ag Economists' Monthly Monitor.
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It's Wednesday and you know what that means – it's time for the weekly Farmer Forum. Joining us today is Garry Niemeyer of Illinois and Bill Flory of Idaho.
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We are in Memphis at the Helena Agri-Enterprises Evolve Innovation Expo event and we have a conversation with Greg Smith, Director of Brand Innovation & Development, Stephen Leininger, AGRIntelligence Information Specialist, and President and CEO Eric Cowling.
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U.S. Senator Charles Grassley of Iowa joins us for an update on several issues that has the attention of the Senate. Plus Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – has an uplifting story plus his Pick of the Week and a preview of auctions he's watching.
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We have quite a Friday Free-for-all with IA State Rep. Chad Intel’s, Iowa farmer April Hemmes, and Ohio farmer Chris Gibbs. Topics include pipelines, trade, CCC and the Farm Bill.
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Greg Henderson of Drovers is this morning's guest host and he has conversations with Michaela Clowser of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association and Dr. Dan Thomson, bovine veterinarian and host of DocTalk.
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Davis Michaelsen has a conversation with FBN Finance's TJ Wilson about his farm, land values, and a new service from FBN called AcreVision. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Millennial Farmer Zach Johnson of Minnesota and Scott Berger of Iowa.
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We have wordsmith Chris Bennett of Farm Journal join us to discuss some of the latest ag human interest stories he's been writing and there's always something more to learn about sorghum, so we have Sorghum United CEO Nate Blum teach us a few things. Plus we get a fertilizer market report from Davis Michaelsen.
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Our guest host this morning is Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete! He has conversations with agronomist Erin Hightower of RDO Equipment on the West Coast and Lee Ann Sydenstriker of Sydenstricker Nobbe Partners. Plus Davis Michaelsen talks weather with Bret Walts of BAMWX.
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We have the Friday Free-for-all today with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney, and Chip & Davis to discuss trade with China, trade with Canada, trade with Mexico, jobs numbers, illegal powdery substance at the White House and more.
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We have a packed show this morning. Matt Clark, rural economy analyst at Terrain, tells us about California's CARB rules affecting trucks with combustible engines and potential impacts for agriculture. United Sorghum Checkoff Program is celebrating their 15th anniversary and CEO Tim Lust joins us to talk about challenges, opportunities, and successes. And Tyler Harp of Syngenta shares information about using fungicides, including considerations during dry conditions.
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Dr. Jim Mintert, Professor of Agricultural Economics at Purdue University, joins us to discuss the latest Ag Economy Barometer, covering June 2023. And for this week's Farmer Forum we have Caleb Hamer of Iowa plus Jason Propst of Illinoi.
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We've got a packed show for this morning's 4th of July. We begin with Geoff Cooper, president and CEO of Renewable Fuels Association, then U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra (IA-04), followed by Jordan Fife of BioUrja, and finally Roger Cryan of the American Farm Bureau Federation.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to talk about his Pick of the Week and reminisce a bit on some of the cooler things he's seen over the years. And Dan Basse, president of AgResource Company, is now also the newly-elected president of Farm Foundation. Plus we get a fairly extended weather update from Bret Walts of BAMWX.
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We begin this week's Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney, AgriTalk host Chip Flory, and newsman Davis Michaelsen discussing former U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer's new book No Trade Is Free.
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Dr. Alison Robertson is a professor of plant pathology and microbiology at Iowa State University and she joins us to discuss recent evidence of tar spot plus tips for finding it and what to do. Her email is alisonr@iastate.edu. And we meet Suzanne Ogle, president and CEO at Southern Gas Association, who talks about the various benefits of fossil fuels, including natural gas. Plus Rock Katschnig of Illinois has some important info regarding thefts of GPS modules from farm equipment.
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Dr. Scott Brown of the University of Missouri joins us to describe a new venture called the Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor, a joint project between University of Missouri/FAPRI and Farm Journal. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Rob Suppes of Kansas and Kassi Rowland of Indiana.
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Ken Eriksen of S&P Global joins us for a conversation on global logistics. NCGA CEO Neil Caskey talks about federal support for bio-fuels.
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After global events this past weekend we have a lot to talk about. But first we hear from Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – about various equipment auctions plus his Pick of the Week. Then we speak with Dr. Vince Malanga of LaSalle Economics about the economy, interest rates, inflation, and more. And Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer gives us a download on the situation with Russia.
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It's time for the Friday Free-for-all and we have Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney and of course Chip Flory and Davis Michaelsen. They talk about the Prop 12 "extension", trade with India, funding for certain items in the Farm Bill, and more.
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U.S. Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa joins us to talk about the Farm Bill, the CONSULT Act, EATS Act, and remaining ever vigilant against China. Then we get a thorough download on the EPA and the RVOs announced yesterday from Growth Energy general counsel Joe Kakesh. And U.S. Representative Tom Tiffany (WI-07) explains efforts to keep chocolate milk available for grammar school students plus weighs in on some judicial situations.
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U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. of Kansas joins us for a conversation on the EATS Act, the Innovative Feed Enhancement and Economic Development Act, progress on the Farm Bill and more. June is National Dairy Month and we have a special Farmer Forum with dairy producers Dwayne Faber of Washington and Val Lavigne of New York.
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With weather being the dominant concern in ag right now we have BAMWX.com's Michael Clark and Kirk Hinz join us for an extended conversation on forecasts and recent weather events. And we have Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer join us for this week's Markets & News – Signal to Noise episode.
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It's Juneteenth and the markets are closed but we have a new show featuring conversations with Dr. David Newman of the National Pork Board, Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete, and Bill Mulso of Sons of Butchers BBQ.
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The Friday Free-for-all is back with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, and Montana farmer Michelle Jones. We talk about the EPA RVO extension, the Farm Bill, relations with China and more.
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U.S. Representative Ashley Hinson (IA-02) joins us to discuss combating Prop 12 with the EATS act plus Chris Bliley, senior vice president for regulatory affairs at Growth Energy, talks about the EPA extension for locking in the RVOs and the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Accuracy Act.
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Chairman of the House Ag Committee U.S. Congressman Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) joins Jim Wiesemeyer and Davis Michaelsen to discuss the Farm Bill plus we have a Farmer Forum with April Hemmes of Iowa and Tom Perlick of Wisconsin.
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Josh Linville, v.p. of fertilizer at StoneX, joins us to talk about that market. We welcome Dan Murray, state director for Kansas at the National Federation of Independent Business, to discuss the situation with credit card swiping fees and Senator Marshall's Credit Card Competition Act. And Todd Horwitz of bubbatrading.com talks metal markets.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – gives us his Pick of the Week and previews a few auctions he's watching then we have USCA president Justin Tupper join us for a conversation on the possibility of beef imports from Paraguay.
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We wrap up Pork Week with an important conversation we recorded yesterday in Merck Animal Health's booth. Bryan Humphreys, CEO of the National Pork Producers Council, was kind enough to share some time during his busy schedule to discuss many critical issues facing pork producers today. Then we have a live conversation with Kurt Kovarik, v.p. of federal affairs at Clean Fuels Alliance America, as we approach the deadline for EPA to announces RVOs next week.
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Day Two of World Pork Expo in Des Moines, Iowa. This morning's show is made possible by Merck Animal Health (drivenbyprevention.com). We have Dr. Glynn Tonsor of KSU, Dr. Lisa Becton is director of swine health at the National Pork Board, and Dr. Brett O'Brien of Merck Animal Health.
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We are at the Iowa State Fairgrounds where World Pork Expo is underway. First, we talk corn industry with NCGA president Tom Haag. Then we have a Pork Week Farmer Forum featuring Iowa Pork Producer Association president Trish Cook, plus producers Matt Romoser of Iowa and Pat Hord of Ohio.
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It's Pork Week and U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa joins us for a conversation on many issues, including the pork industry. And Dr. Jim Mintert of Purdue University talks us through the latest Ag Economy Barometer.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – gives us his Pick of the Week, plus a sad but uplifting story out of Hopkinton, Iowa. And it's Pork Week at Farm Journal so we kick it off with a conversation with Dr. Scott Brown of Mizzou.
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The Friday Free-for-all featuring Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, Davis Michaelsen and host Chip Flory includes discussion on the passage of the debt ceiling bill in Congress, Prop 12 compliance, U.S. relations with China – including trade, the latest jobs data and more.
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We visit with Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig and discuss implications for Iowa pork from California's Prop 12, WOTUS and E15 availability. Then Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director Mike Steenhoek talks about U.S. House Resolution 3372 which passed out of committee, plus the recent groundbreaking for Lock and Dam #25 improvements on the Mississippi River.
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Former House Ag Committee Chairman Collin Peterson is currently president and founder of The Peterson Group. He joins us today to share his perspective on the debt ceiling deal, the next Farm Bill, Prop 12, and more. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Iowa Farm Bureau Federation president Brent Johnson and former NPPC president Howard AV Roth of Wisconsin.
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Farm Journal agronomist Ken Ferrie of Crop-tech Consulting joins us to discuss planting season, the "Mother's Day Massacre", the possibility of rootless corn and a wide range of other crop topics. Then Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer fills us in on the debt ceiling deal, Farm Bill prospects, and the escalation of weapon exchanges between Russia and Ukraine.
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For this Memorial Day morning AgriTalk we have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – to talk about his Pick of the Week, Monica McConkey of eyesonthehorizon.org shares advice about taking care of mental health, and Jordan Fife of BioUrja discusses fuel stocks and more heading into the summer season.
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Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney join Chip Flory and Davis Michaelsen for the Friday Free-for-all. Topics include the Supreme Court's ruling in Sackett v. EPA, the Farm Bill, debt ceiling, interest rates, enforcing Prop 12, and more.
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Tyson Redpath, senior vice president and a principal at The Russell Group (russellgroupdc.com), joins us to share perspective on the SCOTUS ruling in favor of the Sacketts and against the EPA. Plus we discuss the debt limit ceiling, Chinese trade, Prop 12 and more. Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper talks about railroad emergency safety training, status of RVOs, the value of ethanol, and the Fuels Parity Act.
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Paul Schadegg is the Senior Vice President of Real Estate Operations at Farmers National Company and he joins us to discuss ag real estate demand, impact of interest rates on farmland market, and outlook for second half of the year. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Ryan Wagner of South Dakota and Sherman Newlin of Illinois.
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Dr. Ernie Goss of Creighton University joins us to discuss the state of rural banks in the midst of bigger urban bank closures. The U.S. Meat Export Federation is holding their Spring Conference in Minneapolis and we check in with USMEF president and CEO Dan Halstrom and Africa representative Matt Copeland about trends in exports plus opportunities for growth. Plus USMEF economist Erin Borror talks about ramifications from California's Prop 12.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to discuss his Pick of the Week and report on trends he's seeing in the used machinery and farm equipment market. U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas talks about the National Bio-Agro Defense Facility at Kansas State University plus some current ag-related issues.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney, and Chris Gibbs of Rural Voices USA. Topics include the Farm Bill, Prop 12, the debt ceiling, biofuels, global events and more.
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We have Tanner Beymer, senior director of governmental affairs at NCBA, talk about Prop 12 and yesterday's Farm Bill hearing on the state of U.S. animal agriculture. Then House Ag Committee Chairman Glenn "G.T." Thompson (PA-15) joins us to discuss aspects of the Farm Bill, the Supreme Court's decision on Prop 12, possible changes to the CRP program and more.
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Curt Blades, senior vice president for Agricultural Services & Forestry at AEM, joins us for a conversation on the latest data for sales of combines and tractors plus AEM's Celebration of Construction event earlier held this week. Plus we have a Farmer Forum with Tim Gregerson of Nebraska and Jay Myers of North Dakota. We get planting progress and stories of harrowing weather.
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Chris Bliley, sr. vp of regulatory affairs at Growth Energy, joins us to talk about last week's hearing with the EPA plus something called the Fuels Parity Act. We discuss economic factors like the latest CPI and Federal Reserve rate hikes with Bob Elliott of Unlimited Funds. And Paul Neiffer – The Farm CPA – shares key information about the Corporate Transparency Act.
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It's Monday so that means we have a conversation with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – about the second hand market for machinery and farm equipment. Then we hear from Dr. Lee Schulz, associate professor and livestock economist at Iowa State University, about Prop 12 compliance.
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As the fallout from the Supreme Court decision on Prop 12 continues, we have U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson from South Dakota join us to discuss that plus the expiration of Title 42, and the debt ceiling. Pro Farmer's Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney join Chip and Davis for the Friday Free-for-all.
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We have Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer join us to discuss the SCOTUS ruling on Prop 12, the POTUS invitation to Congressional ag leaders to work on the Farm Bill, and the end of Title 42. American Coalition for Ethanol CEO Brian Jennings joins us to talk about his testimony at an EPA hearing yesterday about EVs and alternate solutions for cleaner energy that are ready to go right now, including ethanol.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month and we have a conversation with Ted Matthews of farmcounseling.org about the importance of mental health and tips on taking care of oneself and each other. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Chad Leman of Illinois and Scott McGregor of Iowa.
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We speak with North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum about opening the state to livestock, Montana Renewables Executive Vice President Bruce Fleming about the future of Sustainable Aviation Fuel, and NAFB President Joe Gill about the need for keeping AM radio access in vehicles.
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It's Monday so that means we hear from Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete! Also we learn about the process for updating the Federal Milk Marketing Order system from NMPF president and CEO Jim Mulhern. And we hear more about the BeSure! campaign from Craig Campbell of Valent.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio, and Davis Michaelsen. Topics include bank failures, attack on the Kremlin, Iran misbehaving at sea, probability of a Farm Bill extension, Senator Grassley demanding to see a document in the F.B.I.'s possession, and more.
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U.S. Senator Charles Grassley of Iowa joins us to discuss his demand to see a document that reportedly alleges then-Vice President Biden accepted bribes in exchange for his influence on foreign policy during the Obama administration. Mike Steenhoek is executive director at the Soy Transportation Coalition and he provides a thorough rundown on the water level situation of the Mississippi River.
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Dr. Jim Mintert, Professor of Agricultural Economics & Director, Center for Commercial Agriculture at Purdue University, joins us to review results of the latest Ag Economy Barometer. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Ryan Bivens of Kentucky and Kevin Paap of Minnesota.
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U.S. Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa joins us to discuss Iran's seizure of an oil ship in international waters, the farm bill, year-round E15 and more. Dr. Vince Malanga of LaSalle Economics shares his perspective on the state of the economy, banks, and what may transpire in the FOMC meeting this week. And Iowa farmer Tim Recker previews the Nutrient Reduction Strategy event being held on his farm this Friday.
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This first day of May includes a conversation with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – and he talks about sprayers. Then we welcome U.S. Representative Yadira Caraveo (CO-08) to talk about legislation she's sponsoring plus the Farm Bill and other priorities. And Caydee Savinelli of Syngenta reminds us to "BeSure!" to keep helpful insects and pollinators in mind before planting and spraying.
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U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra (IA-04) joins us this morning to discuss the Limit, Save, and Grow Act, year-round E15 availability, and his amendment in the Lower Energy Costs Act, which prevents China from buying American farmland suitable for ethanol and biodiesel production. Then our Friday Free-for-all with Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney and Davis Michaelsen begins with topics including Iran's seizure of an oil tanked in international waters.
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We meet U.S. Representative Tom Tiffany (WI-07) who talks about efforts to remove the gray wolf from the endangered species list and taking taxpayers out of the equation for green energy incentives on farm land. NCGA president Tom Haag joins us from Washington D.C. as well after testifying before a House ag sub-committee about safety net crop provisions. And Jesse Fulton, director at Nebraska Beef Quality Assurance, talks about what producers need to know ahead of the impending rule to get prescriptions for antibiotics for livestock.
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Farm CPA Paul Neiffer joins us to explain 45Z – the Clean Fuel Production Credit component in the Inflation Reduction Act – and what it could mean for farmers. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Joe Del Bosque and Jack Lavers of California, who talk about various issues and weather-impacted conditions on the West Coast.
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Doug Hensley, president of Hertz Farm Management, joins host Davis Michaelsen for a status-check on land ownership and the market. Farm Journal's Chris Bennett talks about a couple of recent stories he reported on including a fellow who became a "Tractor Lazarus" on fateful evening. And Missouri State Senator Bill Eigel talks about Senate Bill 100, which "creates and modifies provisions relating to gold and silver."
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Davis Michaelsen is host today and he has conversations with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – about his Pick of the Week and other auctions he's watching. Then Todd Horwitz of bubbatrading.com provides another rundown of the economy, including digital currency and hard commodities like gold and silver. We have a new BeSure! message and a weather update as well.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features special guest former House Ag Committee Chairman Collin Peterson of The Peterson Group, Inc. He shares his perspective with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney plus Chip Flory and Davis Michaelsen on topics including the Farm Bill, SNAP funding, disaster programs and more.
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Yesterday EPA Administrator Michael Regan appeared before the House Ag Committee for 4 1/2 hours. Committee Chairman Glenn "G.T." Thompson (PA-15) joins us to discuss that and other topics, including progress on the new Farm Bill. Then Kurt Kovarik, vice president of federal affairs at Clean Fuels Alliance America, adds his perspective on yesterday's hearing as well. And Anna Wilkinson, vice president of communications at the North American Renderers Association, tells us about NARA and how tomorrow is the first National Rendering Day.
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Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper joins us to discuss Congressional support of year-round E15 plus share some perspective on EPA Administrator Regan appearing before the House Ag Committee today. And our Farm Forum features Tim Recker of Iowa and Gene Millard of Missouri as we continue the conversation about E15 and talk about the WOTUS situation.
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Kip Eideberg, senior vice president for government and industry relations at the Association of Equipment Manufacturers talks about increased growth and production after the pandemic plus some of the challenges manufacturers are working through. Professor Dr. Kevin Folta is Department Chair, Horticultural Sciences Department, at the University of Florida and he joins us to discuss mRNA vaccines for livestock – how they work and the controversies associated with them.
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U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa joins us to discuss his recent meetings with constituents to hear about concerns over the next Farm Bill, foreign purchasing of farm land, the damage caused by the intelligence leak, year around E15, and more. Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to share his Pick of the Week, plus a few auctions he's watching, including an estate sale featuring a LOT of snowmobiles (which is pretty timely, considering the weather). Nick Tinsley of BASF joins us to discuss the partnerships and focus of the BeSure! campaign, which is about common sense stewardship and responsible use of crop protection tools.
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U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra (IA-04) joins us for this week's Friday Free-for-all along with regular panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer and Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio.
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This morning's AgriTalk is bursting at the seams with content. First, we have a thorough download from Dan Basse of AgResource Company about global events and their impacts on trade. Then U.S. Meat Export Federation president and CEO Dan Halstrom joins us to discuss the relationships USMEF maintains and opportunities they pursue to expand the meat export market. And finally a Farmer Forum regular, Don Lamb, was recently appointed to be the director of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture – he tells us about his new role.
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U.S. Representative Abigail Spanberger (VA-07) is on the House ag committee and she shares what she heard from producers in her district about the new Farm Bill. Tim Burrack of Iowa and Brad Nelson of Minnesota are in this week's Farmer Forum, and the conversation begins with the future of Sustainable Aviation Fuel.
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U.S. Representative Sam Graves (MO-06) joins us to discuss President Biden's veto of the bipartisan WOTUS bill, Brodie Mackey of Consolidated Beef Producers talks about record prices, and we meet Nic De Castro of LandTrust as we kick off a new season of Outdoors on the Farm.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to talk about his Pick of the Week, plus other recent auctions he's watching. We meet new National Pork Producers Council president Scott Hays and discuss NPPC's list of priorities going forward.
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It is Easter weekend and the markets are closed today. But here's a brand new Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer along with Iowa farmer April Hemmes plus Chip and Davis. Jennifer Shike of porkbusiness.com shares Easter Sunday pork traditions.
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Krista Swanson, lead economist at NCGA, joins us to discuss the banking crisis and how it affects the rural economy. Justin Tupper is president of the U.S. Cattlemen's Association and we discuss ISU's study of processors' multi-plant structure and other issues in the beef industry.
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Dr. Jim Mintert, professor of agricultural economics at Purdue University, joins us to break down the results of the latest Ag Economy Barometer. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Mike Appert of North Dakota and Steve Pitstick of Illinois.
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Weather remains a major concern throughout the U.S., especially the midwest as dangerous storms are again developing. John Homenuk of empireweather.com joins us to describe the patterns he's seeing. Mac Marshall is vice president, market intelligence at the United Soybean Board and he joins us to discuss USDA's recent prospective plantings report.
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Hear the latest info from Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – including his Pick of the Week, plus other auctions he's watching, and what's on his latest podcast episode. Phil Flynn, energy analyst at The PRICE Futures Group, joins us to discuss the announcement by OPEC+ to cut production, including why this decision was made and what options the Biden Administration has left to reduce the impact.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney and Davis Michaelsen runs through a litany of topics, including China's global strategy, trade, chippy committee hearings, and former President Trump getting indicted.
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We hear from Ethan Lane, VP of governmental affairs at NCBA, about where things may be heading over WOTUS, response to the FDA Commissioner's statement on cell cultured meat, and the Paruguay beef import situation. Bret Walts of BAMWX.com joins us to talk weather, particularly potential dangerous conditions over the next 24-48 hours. And we learn about green methanol from Jeff Reints of Iowa.
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U.S. Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa talks about progress on the Farm Bill, what she thinks of President Biden's proposed budget, the banking debacle, and more. Then we have The Farmer Forum with Matt Splitter of Kansas and Randy Francois of Iowa. Plus Kevin McNew, chief economist at Farmers Business Network, discusses some of the details in FBN's 2023 Planting Intentions Report released today.
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We talk about the status of the Kansas wheat crop with Jeanne Falk Jones, a multi-county agronomist at K-State. Elizabeth Burns-Thompson, vice president of government and public affairs at Navigator CO2, joins us to discuss the Iowa House of Representatives passing a bill to restrict eminent domain for pipelines.
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This morning we cover a wealth of topics with U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa, including progress on the Farm Bill and free trade. Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – fills us in on the increasing amount of auctions he's covering plus his Pick of the Week. And we discuss protections for landowner rights with Iowa State Representative Chad Ingels.
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For this week's Friday Free-for-all we have Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, and Iowa farmer Mark Recker. Topics include trade, Russia and China, year-round E15, and........TikTok.
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Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper joins us to talk about E15 and next generation fuels. Todd Horwitz of bubbatrading.com explains the banking situation along with the status of inflation and the Federal Reserve. Kevin Abernathy, general manager at Milk Producers Council, reports on the flooding crisis on the West Coast and how dairy farmers are working to survive.
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Dr. Lee Griese is an agronomist with Centrol Ag Consulting and he talks to us about plant and soil health in the Northern Plains plus we have a Farmer Forum with Dwayne Faber of Washington and Mark Putney of Iowa.
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Mary-Thomas Hart is chief counsel, government affairs at the National Cattlemen's Beef Association and she talks about where things stand with the Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) situation from NCBA's perspective. And Jackson Takach, chief economist and senior director of strategy, research and analytics at Farmer Mac, talks about the banking system, the upcoming FOMC meeting, and how ag banks are faring.
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Chip Flory's back and he catches up with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete, plus we hear about the Canadian Pacific purchase of Kansas City Southern from Mike Steenhoek of the Soy Transportation Coalition, and Chris Bliley of Growth Energy reports on their Executive Leadership Conference.
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Welcome to our special St. Patrick's Day Friday Free-for-all, which has nothing to do with St. Patrick's Day. Instead, Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney, and Michelle Jones discuss Secretary Vilsack, Canadian Pacific Kansas City railroad, the economy and more.
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Our final broadcast of coverage from Commodity Classic 2023 is sponsored by BASF. To learn more go to xitavosoybeanseed.com. Arlan Suderman
chief commodities economist at StoneX, Jim Sutter, CEO of the U.S. Soybean Export Council, and Chip Nellinger, risk management consultant and cash grain specialist for Blue Reef Agri-Marketing, help us wrap up in Orlando, Florida.
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Phil Flynn is the senior market analyst at The PRICE Futures Group and he joins Davis Michaelsen for a conversation on the energy markets, including crude and natural gas. Joining us for this week's Farmer Forum are Iowa State Representative Chad Ingels (68th District) and Sherman Newlin of Illinois.
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This show features coverage of Commodity Classic sponsored by Meristem Crop Performance. Visit meristemag.com for more information. Our guests include former NCGA presidents Garry Niemeyer and Pam Johnson, Andrew Brandt of the U.S. Grains Council, ASA president Daryl Cates, and Amy France of National Sorghum Producers.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to discuss his Pick of the Week and the results of other auctions he's been watching plus preview some upcoming auctions he's got his eye on. With the closing of Silicon Valley Bank last Friday there are many questions about how it affects ag. Alan Hoskins, president of American Farm Mortgage and Financial Services, joins us to share some perspective on the situation.
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Davis Michaelsen moderates this week's Friday Free-for-all with panelists Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney and......Chip Flory?
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Dr. Jim Mintert is a professor of agricultural economics and director at the Center for Commercial Agriculture at Purdue University and he joins us today to go over the latest Ag Economy Barometer. Then we have a spirited Farmer Forum with Luke Lauritsen of Nebraska and Nick Ehlers of Iowa.
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Dr. Vince Malanga of LaSalle Economics returns to share his perspective on the many questions concerning the economy, including interest rate hikes and inflation, and how the markets might respond. Justin Tupper, president of the U.S. Cattlemen's Association, joins us to discuss USDA's action to close the loophole on "Product of the U.S.A." labels.
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We meet with Machinery Pete (Greg Peterson, of course) to discuss some amazing recent prices that fetched more record prices, including his Pick of the Week. And we welcome Bob Elliott, CEO and co-founder of Unlimited Funds, who shares his perspective on the economy and how his Recession Tracker works.
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Our first Friday Free-for-all for March 2023 features Pro Farm policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney plus Davis Michaelsen.
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Former USDA Under Secretary Bill Northey is CEO of Agribusiness Associates of Iowa and he joins us to offer a voice of reason and share his perspective from his experience as Iowa Ag Secretary when dealing with bird flu. Then Dr. Michael Cordonnier of soybeansandcorn.com talks about the South American crop, particularly in Argentina, and what he's hearing about new disease pressure down there.
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The theme for this morning's AgriTalk is trade and with us to discuss trade-related issues is Brian Kuehl, executive director at Farmers for Free Trade. Then we have The Farmer Forum featuring Ron Suppes from Kansas and Vic Miller from Iowa. Both discuss trade issues and exchange possible solutions for them.
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Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper joins us from the National Ethanol Conference in Orlando, Florida to discuss recent studies showing ethanol contributes to lower fuel costs which benefits the world economy. And we meet Tara Vander Dussen and Natalie Kovarik who teamed up to create the popular Discover Ag podcast.
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We have a conversation with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – about his Pick of the Week and other auctions he's watching. Then we welcome Neil Caskey on his first day on the job as the new CEO of the National Corn Growers Association. We get a weather update from Bret Walts of BAMWX.
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On this one year anniversary of Russia invading Ukraine it's time for the weekly Friday Free-for-all and have Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer discuss this and mny other issues. Plus Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor joins us to discuss positive impacts of ethanol and respond to outlier reports trying to discredit renewable fuels, plus EPA and E15 and more.
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A packed and particularly important program begins with a conversation with Ethan Lane, vice president of government affairs at NCBA, about EPA, SCOTUS and WOTUS, endangered species, and Prop 12. Then Andrew Walmsley, senior director of government affairs at American Farm Bureau Federation, talks about FACA and the Farm Bill. And Lance Honig, chief of the Crops Branch at USDA-NASS, discusses the Ag Outlook Forum, and the importance of participating in surveys and the census in order to create accurate reports.
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We have a conversation with U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra (IA-04) about The FARM Act, trade, Mexico's violation of the USMCA, the new WOTUS rule, and year-round E15. Then we have The Farmer Forum with this week's panelists Randy Urmacher of Nebraska and Ryan Wagner of South Dakota.
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Aaron Wilson is an assistant professor and ag weather and climate field specialist
at The Ohio State University PLUS he is the state climatologist for Ohio is and he joins us this morning for a timely discussion on weather trends. Then we have this week's D.C. Signal to Noise conversation with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer.
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It's Presidents' Day and the markets are closed. We have an encore segment featuring a conversation with Greg Peterson at the National Farm Machinery Show. Then we have a conversation Andrew McCrea recorded for his Farming the Countryside podcast.
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Davis Michaelsen is this morning's host of AgriTalk and since it's Friday that means it's time for the Friday Free-for-all. Jim Wiesemeyer is back and so if Shaun Haney. They talk about balloon response, presidential election, EPA, railroads and more.
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We're at the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Kentucky sponsored by Great Plains (greatplainsag.com) and we have conversations with agronomist Ken Ferrie of Crop-tech Consulting and Greg Peterson, also known as Machinery Pete, plus learn about Great Plains offerings from Tony Whisker and Rodney Hake.
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Mike Steenhoek, executive director of the Soy Transportation Coalition, joins us for a conversation about the status of the Missouri River, the Mississippi River, the train derailment in Ohio, and more. Then we have the Farmer Forum with Ted Hamer and we welcome Scott Berger.
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Mike Steenhoek, executive director of the Soy Transportation Coalition, joins us for a conversation about the status of the Missouri River, the Mississippi River, the train derailment in Ohio, and more.
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In spite of connection issues we managed to have conversations with Dan Basse of AgResource Company about Ukraine and Brazil and U.S. Senator Roger Marshall about the progress of the Farm Bill and Chinese balloons.
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We have a conversation with U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa and Greg Peterson, also known as Machinery Pete.
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House Ag Committee Chairman Representative Glenn 'GT' Thompson (PA-15) and U.S. Representative Valadao (CA-21) join us to discuss the new Farm Bill, including hearing from farmers across the country about what they want included, plus perspective on WOTUS. Then it's the Friday Free-for-all with this week's panelists Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio and Tom Sell of Combest Sell & Associates plus Davis Michaelsen.
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We meet two leadership figures in the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA): Mike Joyner, president of the Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association, and Kam Quarles, CEO at the National Potato Council. And U.S. Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa joins us to discuss her trip to Mexico over concerns of fentanyl, immigration issues and proposed ban on GMO corn from the U.S. and more.
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Chip Flory and Davis Michaelsen talk about the latest Ag Economy Barometer from Purdue University. Then we have the Farmer Forum with Bob Hemesath of Iowa and Bill Flory of Idaho.
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We chat with Colin Woodall, CEO at the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, about what was learned at their convention in New Orleans last week. And Phil Flynn of The PRICE Futures Group provided an update on global energy moves.
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Greg Peterson, possibly better known as Machinery Pete, talks about his Pick of the Week and other auctions he's watching. We meet Minnesota Senator Aric Putnam who is the chairman of the Senate Agriculture, Broadband and Rural Development committee about the challenges and possible solutions he's working on.
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Tyson Redpath of The Russell Group is back for this week's Friday Free-for-all along with Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and our own Davis Michaelsen. We discuss witnessing an economic recovery in real time, China spy balloons, the NCBA event in New Orleans, and more.
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We're at the 2023 Wisconsin Corn-Soy Expo and meet with Virginia Houston, director of government affairs at the American Soybean Association, and Anne Thompson, director of political strategy for the National Corn Growers Association. Plus we hear from Wisconsin Soybean Association president Steve Trzebiatowski and Wisconsin Corn Growers Association president Mark Hoffmann.
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We have a conversation with U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra (IA-04) about prospects for the Farm Bill being passed in 2023, the FARM Act, keeping the SPR stocked, and more. Then we have The Farmer Forum with Tim Burrack of Iowa and Bob Birdsell of Missouri.
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We have conversations with Farm CPA Paul Neiffer about disaster relief plans and Growth Energy's general counsel Joe Kakesh about the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals order on SREs.
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We get an auction update from Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – including his Pick of the Week plus other recent smoking hot auctions in Missouri, Illinois, Indiana and Ohio. Then we catch up with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, who has been criss-crossing the country on a speaking tour, and shares his perspective on things like the Farm Bill and more.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, Tyson Redpath of The Russell Group, and Davis Michaelsen on the panel. Topics include optimism (or lack thereof) of getting a new Farm Bill done this week, Russia/Ukraine and China/Taiwan, and more.
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Davis Michaelsen covers hosting duties this morning featuring conversations with Farm Journal's Chris Bennett on declining China population, senior vice president of research Hudson Riehle of the National Restaurant Association provides an update on the restaurant industry, and we meet Paul Pittman, chairman and CEO of Farmland Partners.
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It is Day 2 of our coverage of Top Producer Summit 2023, and this morning's program is brought to you by Rabo AgriFinance. Visit raboag.com. We have conversations with Shay Foulk of AgView Solutions, Sam Taylor of RaboAg, and Precision Risk Management's president Jeff Svennes along with Ryan Jones.
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We're in Nashville at Top Producer Summit where we welcome 2019 Executive Women in Ag Trailblazer winner April Hemmes and 2021 Top Producer Horizon award winner Matt Splitter to the show. Plus we're excited to have 2023 Top Producer award finalists Jeremy Jack of Silent Shade Planting Company, Kevin Engel of Engel Family Farms, and Greg Moes of MoDak Dairy.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to talk about his Pick of the Week, preview some upcoming auctions, and talk about fixing modern John Deere equipment. We get a detailed report of the AgResource Company's Brazilian Crop Tour from Raphael Mandarino of AgResource Brasil.
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Time for this week's Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, Mark Recker of Iowa, and Davis Michaelsen.
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Ethan Lane, vice president of government affairs at NCBA, joins us to discuss their lawsuit brought against EPA concerning WOTUS, plus responds to the USDA announced adjustment for animal I.D. tag rules. Then Dr. Vince Malanga of LaSalle Economics talks about the situation with the debt ceiling, interest rates, inflation/recession, and coping with high costs.
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Josh Linville, vice president of fertilizer at StoneX Group, joins us to discuss the domestic and global market and demand of fertilizer plus we have a Farmer Forum with Quint Pottinger of Kansas and Brent Johnson, president of Iowa Farm Bureau.
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We get a detailed weather report from John Homenuk of Empire Weather including the West Coast and wintery conditions in the upper midwest. Speaking of weather we catch up with Ted Matthews of farmcounseling.org about how extreme and gloomy weather contributes to anxiety and depression and how to cope.
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The markets are closed for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day but we have a new Machinery Pete segment with Greg Peterson and an encore conversation with Bob Lingenfelter from last week's visit to the Northeast Nebraska Farm & Equipment Show.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all includes RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney plus Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete and our own Davis Michaelsen.
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We preview a Top Producer Summit address by Dave Mitchell of The Leadership Difference, Inc. Plus, we welcome U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra (IA-04) for a conversation on the 118th Congress, the Farm Bill, and legislation he is sponsoring. And Paul Neiffer, a.k.a. The Farm CPA, joins us to explain the complicated Phase 2 of the Emergency Relief Program.
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We're live at the Northeast Nebraska Farm & Equipment Show in Norfolk, NE thanks to our affiliate WJAG. Conversations include Brian Bruckner of the Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District, Jim Jansen of the University of Nebraska Extension, and Kevin Knorr of Volitant Technologies.
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Professor Glynn Tonsor of Kansas State University's Department of Ag Economics joins us for a conversation about meat consumption. Nathan Hohnstein is policy director at Iowa Renewable Fuels Association and he joins us to discuss Iowa's ethanol production, future opportunities and challenges, including the battle against misinformation. Top Producer editor Sara Schafer promotes upcoming Top Producer Summit in Nashville, TN. Go to tpsummit.com for more info.
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Greg Peterson, also known as Machinery Pete, joins us to talk about his Pick of the Week and discuss the continuing hot streak of used machinery prices. Tom Sell of Combest Sell & Associates joins us to explain how last week's multiple votes to elect a Speaker was healthy for American government and democracy.
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With everything (or nothing) going on in the House of Representatives we begin the Friday Free-for-all with a conversation with U.S. Representative-elect Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) and discuss the implications for much-needed work to be done, including the Farm Bill.
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Former U.S. Representative and House Ag Chairman Mike Conaway joins us to share perspective on the current situation electing a Speaker of the House, Senator Stabenow's announced retirement plans, and more. Jordan Fife, president of trading at BioUrja, shares his perspective on the current and near future fuels and energies markets. And we preview Rob Dongoski's upcoming address at this year's Top Producer Summit.
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Purdue University's Dr. Jim Mintert, Professor of Agricultural Economics and Director at the Center for Commercial Agriculture, joins us to discuss the latest Ag Economy Barometer. Plus we have a Farmer Forum with panelists Chad Leman of Illinois and Mike Berdo of Iowa.
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Weather around the U.S. and South America is still very much a "hot" topic so we get an update from Kevin Marcus of Marcus Weather plus we have this week's D.C. Signal to Noise with Jim Wiesemeyer.
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Happy New Year! We have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – share his Pick of the Week and talk about the used ag machinery market. We also preview Top Producer Summit with speakers Mark Faust of Echelon Management and former United States Ambassador to the United Nations Agencies for Food and Agriculture Kip Tom.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Jim Wiesemeyer from Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio, and Davis Michaelsen. The conversations is part 2022 review and part 2023 outlook.
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Here's a jam-packed program with an impressive knowledge level covering a variety of areas. We begin with a conversation with Phil Flynn of The PRICE Futures Group about the energy markets today and where they may be headed. Then we have Ken Eriksen of S&P Global Commodity Insights share info about industrial transportation and supply chains. Finally, Paul Schadegg of Farmers National Company provides a 22 market summary of land values.
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We didn't want to miss a weekly weather update – especially this week – from our friends at BAMWX so we have Bret Walts and Matt Griffin join us to report on various systems and potential outlooks for the U.S. and South America. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Jim Jibben of South Dakota and Don Lamb of Indiana.
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We have Dr. Jim Mintert, director at the Center for Commercial Agriculture at Purdue University, join us to preview that department's upcoming Top Farmer Conference. And we have a D.C. Signal to Noise conversation with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer.
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Merry Christmas! This morning we have conversations recorded at NAFB's Trade Talks from a few weeks ago – Dr. John Davidson of Boehringer Ingelheim, Matt Olson of John Deere, and Craig Brekkas of UPL. Oh, and of course Machinery Pete as well!
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We have the Friday Free-for-all with panelists Jim Wiesemeyer and Shaun Haney and we welcome Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete to the mix. Topics include the omnibus spending bill plus earmarks, what's new with the Farm Bill, trade and trade competition and more.
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We have an expanded conversation with Drovers editor Greg Henderson and we have another inspirational Grit with Grace story featuring Brooke Clay Taylor. And we learn about interesting new technology from Jacob Cordova of Bright Yeti and farmer Ben Pederson.
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We welcome U.S. Senator Michael Bennett of Colorado to AgriTalk for a conversation about his bill to address ag labor and immigration issues, called the Affordable and Secure Food Act. Plus we have the Farmer Forum with Joe Del Bosque of California and Gene Millard of Missouri.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features panelists Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney and April Hemmes. We catch up with each to learn where they've been and what they've been hearing.
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We have a conversation with newly-elected United Soybean Association chair Meagan Kaiser about her ag background and vision for USB going forward. Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete shares perspective and info on various markets.
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With inflation seemingly trending down we check in with Dr. Vince Malanga of LaSalle Economics for his insight into the shifts we're seeing in the economy, including recession, input costs and global influential factors. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Luke Lauritsen of Nebraska and Nick Ehlers of Iowa.
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Bret Walts and Matt Griffin of BAMWX join us to provide a more detailed download of the approaching winter storms across the northern plains plus the mix of heat and sporadic precipitation in South America. Dr. Sandra Stuttgen is a veterinarian and associate professor at the University of Wisconsin Division of Extension and she joins us to provide some clarity into the impending rules regarding prescriptions for anti-biotics for livestock. And dairy farmer Casey Dugan of Arizon is at the MILK Business Conference and he talks about his operation including having local prisoners lend a hand.
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We've got Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – with us to discuss his Pick of the Week, second-hand machinery market trends, and preview some upcoming auctions he's watching. Plus Alan Hoskins, president at American Farm Mortgage and Financial Services, joins us for a conversation on real estate values, the lending industry serving U.S. ag, and American consumerism mixed with the rise in debts.
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It's time for the Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney plus of course Chip and Davis. We discuss the new Senate make-up with Senator Sinema registering as an independent, Mexico re-working GMO decree, budget office vetting ethanol sales with E15, and more.
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Chip was at Farmers Business Network's Farmer2Farmer event and spoke with Kevin McNew, vice president of research and chief economist at FBN. He also spoke with FBN vice president Ken Barbic, head of policy and global government relations.
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Dr. Jim Mintert of Purdue University joins us for a rundown of the latest Ag Economy Barometer plus we have a Farmer Forum with panelists Dwayne Faber of Washington and Ken McCauley of Kansas.
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We have a conversation with U.S. Senator John Boozman of Arkansas about his bill to protect ag family businesses from the SEC. RFA CEO Geoff Cooper joins us to talk about the EPA blending requirements released last week. And U.S. Senator Joni Ernst makes time for us after attending the Senate Ag Committee Hearing on the 2023 Farm Bill.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to talk about the second-hand machinery market, preview some upcoming auctions, and give us his Pick of the Week. Kurt Kovarik, Vice President of Federal Affairs at Clean Fuels Alliance America, shares their reaction to EPA's proposed blending mandates through 2025.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features panelists Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and RealAg radio, Roger Bernard, policy analyst of S&P Global Commodity Insights, and Iowa farmer and "biofuel guru" Mark Recker.
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Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor talked with Chip about this morning’s announcement from EPA regarding proposed blending obligations for the RFS reset out to 2025. The Renewable Blending Obligations show growth for corn-based ethanol, but also promote the development of eRINs to support manufacturing of electric vehicles. Plus we have conversations with Farm CPA Paul Neiffer of CLA and Dean Meyer, chair of the USMEF.
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U.S. Senator Charles Grassley of Iowa joins us to discuss several issues, including his Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act, the EPA (hopefully) announcing RVOs today, what's happening in China and more. Then we have a Farmer Forum with ranchers Brett Crosby in Wyoming and Casey Schumacher in Nebraska.
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We have a packed show this morning. We begin with a conversation with Elizabeth Burns-Thompson, vice president of government and public affairs at Navigator CO2. Bret Walts of BAMWX returns for a more robust dialog concerning some weather patterns worth tracking. And Mike Steenhoek, executive director at the Soy Transportation Coalition, provides an update on the railroad labor strike possibility now that President Biden has asked Congress to intervene.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – has a doozy for his Pick of the Week plus we have a conversation with Tanner Beymer, senior director of government affairs at NCBA, about increasing beef demand and the extension of the comment period for the Packers & Stockyards Act.
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Our coverage of NAFB Trade Talk continues with conversations with Meagan Kaiser of United Soybean Board, Daryl Cates of American Soybean Association, and Bradley Schad of the National Corn Growers Association.
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Happy Thanksgiving! Chip Flory was at the NAFB Trade Talk event a couple weeks ago and recorded conversations with Ashley McDonald of the National Pork Board, Dr. Jennifer Wells of TruterraAg, and Brant Gilbert of WinField United.
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On this Thanksgiving Eve we talk turkey with Gretta Irwin, executive director at the Iowa Turkey Federation, and Dr. Dawn Koltes, assistant professor at the Department of Animal Science at Iowa State. And we continue talking turkey with two producers in the Farmer Forum – Ben Slinger in Iowa and John Zimmerman of Minnesota.
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Administrator Hubert Hamer of USDA-NASS joins us to share details of the census program which begins today. Ken Eriksen of S&P Global Commodity Insights shares what he knows about the possible railroad strike. And Josh Wilson of Farmers & Hunters Feeding the Hungry talks about this program and how hunters can help.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – had a hard time settling on a Pick of the Week, but he takes us through it and other items that have fetched impressive prices, and of course he previews some upcoming auctions as well. And we have an illuminating conversation with U.S. Representative Glenn GT Thompson of Pennsylvania about the future 118th Congress and prospects for the next Farm Bill.
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Davis Michaelsen moderates the Friday Free-for-all with panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer and Shaun Haney of RealAg radio. Topics include railroad negotiations, G20, GOP gains control of the House, and more.
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Davis Michaelsen is host this morning and he talks record land values with retired Pro Farmer LandOwner editor Mike Walsten, fertilizer with Josh Linville of StoneX, and energy markets with Phil Flynn of The PRICE Futures Group.
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Tom Sell of Combest Sell & Associates joins us to discuss the results of the midterm elections, the ever-growing likelihood of Republicans controlling the House, and how items such as the next Farm Bill might be affected. The Farmer Forum features Bob Hemesath of Iowa and Mike Appert of North Dakota.
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Eric Mittenthal, chief strategy officer at the North American Meat Institute, joins us after his trip to Egypt to attend COP27 where he and colleagues promoted animal agriculture and its importance for providing protein and nutrition. Soy Transportation Coalition executive director Mike Steenhoek provides updates on the railroad industry and various unions holding up contract ratification plus the status of the Mississippi River with ongoing efforts to improve passages.
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We talk with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete! – about results from a recent auction in Ohio, including his Pick of the Week. Then we chat with Dr. Vince Malanga about the fed rates and inflation and what we may see in 2023.
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We extend our gratitude to all of the veterans who have served and protected our country – Happy Veteran's Day! And we join our Canadian allies and recognize Remembrance Day. Today's Friday Free-for-all has Davis Michaelsen moderating the conversation with Jim Wiesemeyer and Shaun Haney.
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We speak with Troy Bredenkamp, Sr. VP of government and public affairs at Renewable Fuels Association, about the latest developments with the railroad workers plus we meet Mackenzie Boubin, global director for ethanol market development at U.S. Grains Council, about foreign markets for ethanol and information on the COP27 meeting in Egypt.
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We have a conversation with Randy Russell of The Russell Group about last night's election results plus we have a special post-election Farmer Forum with Tim Burrack of Iowa and Michelle Jones of Montana, both of whom follow ag policy very closely.
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Joel Haggard, Sr. VP for the Asia Pacific Region at the U.S. Meat Export Federation, talks about the increased demand for U.S. beef in countries including China plus plans for the future. Kevin McNew, VP of Research and chief economist at Farmers Business Network joins us to talk about FBN's yield report and preview tomorrow's USDA WASDE report.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – talks about the travels he's been embarking on and what he's been seeing, including his Pick of the Week. Then we talk with Dan Basse of Ag Resource Company about several global ag market issues.
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It's time for the Friday Free-for-all with panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and newsman Davis Michaelsen. This week's College Roadshow is at the University of Missouri and Dr. Randy Prather joins us to talk about the research done there using pigs.
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Dr. Frank Mitloehner, professor and air quality specialist in cooperative extension in the Department of Animal Science at UC Davis, joins us to respond to the recent New York Times hit piece questioning the funding of his research. We follow up with a conversation with Dr. Kevin Folta, professor of horticultural sciences at the University of Florida, who recounts his own experiences of being a target of anti-agriculture media.
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Dr. Jim Mintert, professor of Agricultural Economics and director at the Center for Commercial Agriculture at Purdue University, joins us discuss the latest Ag Economy Barometer. Then we have The Farm Forum with Tim Gregerson of Nebraska and Brad Nelson of Minnesota.
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We discuss the latest USDA crop production report and Russia's position regarding the grain export deal with Brian Grete of Pro Farmer. Then U.S. Representative Sam Graves (MO-06) joins us to talk about the Mississippi River, infrastructure, immigration and more. And we meet Brett Griffin and learn about his new Leading the Field program.
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Happy Halloween! Joining us this morning is U.S. Senator Charles Grassley of Iowa who talks about the upcoming midterm elections and possible party change, plus energy policy and the war in Ukraine. Plus Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – gives us his Pick of the Week and other machines he's been watching.
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Time for the Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and Tyson Redpath of The Russell Group. Topics include being prepared for potential effects of China invading Taiwan, a possible new Congress next year, new Farm Bill, etc. And College Roadshow is at Kansas State this week and we have a conversation about with Dr. Terry Griffin, Cropping Systems Economist.
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We learn about E-RINs from Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper plus hear former Congressman Mike Conaway's perspective on the upcoming midterm elections, and how a change in party control may affect the Farm Bill.
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Jordan Fife, president of BioUrja Trading at BioUrja Group, joins us to discuss the energy markets, especially the red flags he sees including the price of diesel, the SPR, refinery production, and...is California importing gasoline from China? Then we have The Farmer Forum with Ken McCauley of Kansas and Tim Recker of Iowa.
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Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig joins us for an update to the avian influenza situation there and in the country, plus we discuss fertilizer/fuel prices, conservation and more. ESG expert Dora Lutz sheds some light on many dark areas farmers may have for Environmental Social Governance programs.
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We talk recent auctions and his Pick of the Week with Greg Henderson – Machinery Pete – and we talk bio fuels with NCGA CEO Jon Doggett.
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We're mixing it up for this week's Friday Free-for-all. We have Tyson Redpath from The Russell Group in D.C., and Ohio farmer Chris Gibbs who chairs Rural Voices USA, and we welcome KASM farm director Joe Gill in Minnesota. This diverse group of perspectives discuss a variety of topics, including the economy/inflation, USDA aid, drought, EPA and an RFS reset, and midterm elections.
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Dr. Frank Mitloehner of UC Davis joins us to discuss the campaign against animal agriculture in California. We have an inspirational Grit with Grace story featuring Reese Burdette, a high school student who has endured a long recovery from burns to be able to do one of her favorite things: show cows. And Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer shares perspective on U.K. P.M. Liz Truss announcing her resignation.
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Farm CPA Paul Neiffer of CLA Connect joins us for some timely tax and business information as we navigate the 4th quarter. And we have a particularly informative Farmer Forum with Jack Lavers of California and Brian and Mitchell Hora of Iowa. We discuss conservation farming and some of the restrictive policy campaigns on the West Coast.
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Ken Eriksen, SVP, Client Advisory and Development, and Agri Supply Chain at S&P Global Commodity Insights, joins us to share status reports on the Mississippi River situation and railroad worker negotiations. Ken Ferrie, Farm Journal agronomist of Crop-Tech Consulting out of Heyworth, Illinois, joins us for a harvest report including some of the things he's seeing in the field right now.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – shares his Pick of the Week, plus other auctions he has his eye on. David Wasserman is Senior Editor, U.S. House of Representatives for the Cook Political Report and he joins us to share his perspective on which party has momentum heading to Election Day.
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Host/moderator Davis Michaelsen is joined by Pro Farm policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney for this week's Friday Free-for-all. Plus College Roadshow is at University of Illinois and we have a conversation with Amanda De Souza, a research scientist at U of I who takes us through the RIPE project, including its mission and accomplishments.
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Davis Michaelsen is host today and his guests are Doug Hensley of Hertz Farm Management, Ted Matthews of farmcounseling.org, and USDA Administrator Marcia Bunger of the Risk Management Agency.
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We discuss a host of topics with U.S. Senator Charles Grassley this morning, plus Kevin Rasmussen, president of the Iowa Pork Producers Association, and Howard "AV" Roth, former president of the National Pork Producers Council, join us for this week's Farmer Forum and discuss various pork industry-related issues, including the Supreme Court hearing on California's Prop 12.
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We meet new NCGA president Tom Haag of Minnesota, who talks about his family operation and his "all-in" approach to leading the NCGA through this term. And Phil Flynn, energy analyst at Price Futures Group, takes us through the mess that is the energy markets for consumers and his expectations for the rest of 2022.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – shares his Pick of the Week, previews a few upcoming auctions, and talks about some other items he's recently seen on the auction circuit. Pro Farm Policy Analyst Jim Wiesemeyer talks some of the issues and policy initiatives he has his eye on. It's SCN Action Month and Daniel Mangel, plant pathologist at the University of Nebraska, shares some important info about SCN soil testing.
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The Friday Free-for-all featuring Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture, and our news man Davis Michaelsen discuss several topics, including the critical phase of defining WOTUS, U.S. energy challenges, Prop 12 along with the ramifications for animal agriculture, and more.
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We cover a variety of ag industries this morning. Kaitlynn Glover, executive director of natural resources and public lands council at NCBA, talks about SCOTUS reviewing WOTUS and the Protect Farmers from the SEC Act. Farmers Business Network chief economist Kevin McNew joins us to discuss the cash market, harvest, the low Mississippi River factor, and FBN's Yield Report. We talk technology in the dairy industry with Joya McCarthy of VAS, including their new MY DC on Pulse to help with herd management.
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Dr. Jim Mintert, Professor of Agricultural Economics & Director, Center for Commercial Agriculture at Purdue University, joins us to dissect the latest Ag Economy Barometer covering the month of September. And Dwayne Faber of Washington and Garry Niemeyer of Illinois are in this week's Farmer Forum.
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We are at World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin brought to you by Dairy Management Inc. USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack joins us to answer questions about a host of issues concerning agriculture. Austin Gellings, director of Agricultural Services at AEM and he talks about exciting new technological developments for the dairy industry.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – gives us his Pick of the Week and previews some auctions on his radar. And we visit with Chris Edgington, who has just completed his year in office as NCGA president, and discuss what this past year was like and what challenges are ahead for new president Tom Haag.
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U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas joins us on his way to a ceremony welcoming Hilmar Cheese Company's cutting edge cheese and whey production facility plus he shares his views on the current energy and inputs situation. And the Friday Free-for-all features Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney and Chris Gibbs.
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U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas joins us on his way to a ceremony welcoming Hilmar Cheese Company's cutting edge cheese and whey production facility plus he shares his views on the current energy and inputs situation. And the Friday Free-for-all features Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney and Chris Gibbs.
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Tyson Redpath of The Russell Group joins us to discuss the need to invest in ag export promotion programs and a bi-partisan bill introduced by four U.S. Senators that should be included in the next Farm Bill to do just that. American Farm Mortgage and Financial Services president Alan Hoskins talks about how rising interest rates affect ag businesses and recommends reaching out to financial planners to adjust managing the impacts.
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Tyson Redpath of The Russell Group joins us to discuss the need to invest in ag export promotion programs and a bi-partisan bill introduced by four U.S. Senators that should be included in the next Farm Bill to do just that. American Farm Mortgage and Financial Services president Alan Hoskins talks about how rising interest rates affect ag businesses and recommends reaching out to financial planners to adjust managing the impacts.
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Dr. Michael Cordonnier of soybeansandcorn.com joins us to discuss how September affected corn and soybean yields plus other domestic and off-shore harvest trends (and planting where applicable). This week's Farmer Forum features Michelle Jones from Montana and Ben Riensche of NE Iowa.
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Dr. Michael Cordonnier of soybeansandcorn.com joins us to discuss how September affected corn and soybean yields plus other domestic and off-shore harvest trends (and planting where applicable). This week's Farmer Forum features Michelle Jones from Montana and Ben Riensche of NE Iowa.
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We begin with a conversation with Mike Steenhoek, executive director of the Soy Transportation Coalition, about the low levels the Mississippi River and how it affects shipping. We also meet Brent Johnson, president of the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation, and discuss climate-smart farming programs, EPA's decision to delay a final rule on Glyphosate, and more. Then NPPC president Terry Wolters shares details of their recent fly-in and the list of priorities agreed upon there.
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We begin with a conversation with Mike Steenhoek, executive director of the Soy Transportation Coalition, about the low levels the Mississippi River and how it affects shipping. We also meet Brent Johnson, president of the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation, and discuss climate-smart farming programs, EPA's decision to delay a final rule on Glyphosate, and more. Then NPPC president Terry Wolters shares details of their recent fly-in and the list of priorities agreed upon there.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – talks about some more amazing auctions and the economic situation in the second-hand market plus Jim Wiesemeyer, Pro Farmer policy analyst, joins us to discuss Glyphosate, Russia, China, and some Congressional activity.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – talks about some more amazing auctions and the economic situation in the second-hand market plus Jim Wiesemeyer, Pro Farmer policy analyst, joins us to discuss Glyphosate, Russia, China, and some Congressional activity.
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We discuss inflation, USDA Farm Labor Pilot Program, midterm election trends, military mobilization in Russia, and more with Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney and Davis Michaelsen. Plus College Roadshow is at Iowa State this weekend and we have a conversation with Liza Ven der Laan and hear about an innovative research chamber she helped develop.
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We discuss inflation, USDA Farm Labor Pilot Program, midterm election trends, military mobilization in Russia, and more with Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney and Davis Michaelsen. Plus College Roadshow is at Iowa State this weekend and we have a conversation with Liza Ven der Laan and hear about an innovative research chamber she helped develop.
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We are in London, Ohio for the 60th Farm Science Review and this program is brought to you by Meristem Crop Performance. From Ohio State we chat with Mike Estadt about carbon markets and Aaron Wilson about climate. Plus we have Industry Spotlights with Meristem's Rob McClelland and Cameron Camfield of Stratovation Group. A packed show full of information!
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We are in London, Ohio for the 60th Farm Science Review and this program is brought to you by Meristem Crop Performance. From Ohio State we chat with Mike Estadt about carbon markets and Aaron Wilson about climate. Plus we have Industry Spotlights with Meristem's Rob McClelland and Cameron Camfield of Stratovation Group. A packed show full of information!
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We have Josh Linville, vice president of fertilizer at StoneX, with guest host Davis Michaelsen to update us on the situation with the fertilizer market. And this week's Farmer Forum features Ted Hamer of Iowa and Marty Klinker of Montana.
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We have Josh Linville, vice president of fertilizer at StoneX, with guest host Davis Michaelsen to update us on the situation with the fertilizer market. And this week's Farmer Forum features Ted Hamer of Iowa and Marty Klinker of Montana.
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We begin with a conversation with Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete about the markets. Randy Dickhut of Farmers National Company joins us for a review of the land markets, and we meet his successor, Paul Schadegg, while we wish Randy well in his forthcoming retirement! And Farm Science Review kicked off today in London, Ohio. Dorothy Pelanda, director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture, talks about the event and what's going on in the Buckeye state's ag industry.
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We begin with a conversation with Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete about the markets. Randy Dickhut of Farmers National Company joins us for a review of the land markets, and we meet his successor, Paul Schadegg, while we wish Randy well in his forthcoming retirement! And Farm Science Review kicked off today in London, Ohio. Dorothy Pelanda, director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture, talks about the event and what's going on in the Buckeye state's ag industry.
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This morning we have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – and Brooke Miller, president of the U.S. Cattlemen's Association.
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This morning we have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – and Brooke Miller, president of the U.S. Cattlemen's Association.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Jim Wiesemeyer, April Hemmes and Davis Michaelsen. Topics include averting the railroad strike, inflation, Russia/Ukraine/China and more. Plus College Roadshow is at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and Dr. Joe Luck, Associate Director Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension and Education Center, joins us to discuss the planting and growing season in the state plus some if the benefits the university offers ag students.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Jim Wiesemeyer, April Hemmes and Davis Michaelsen. Topics include averting the railroad strike, inflation, Russia/Ukraine/China and more. Plus College Roadshow is at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and Dr. Joe Luck, Associate Director Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension and Education Center, joins us to discuss the planting and growing season in the state plus some if the benefits the university offers ag students.
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We hear a Grit with Grace story from Amanda Radke of South Dakota. Dan Halstrom of the U.S. Meat Export Federation and Norman Voyles of the Cattlemen's Beef Board join us from Japan. And Mike Steenhoek of the Soy Transportation Coalition shares info on the likely agreement between parties to avert a looming railroad workers strike.
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We hear a Grit with Grace story from Amanda Radke of South Dakota. Dan Halstrom of the U.S. Meat Export Federation and Norman Voyles of the Cattlemen's Beef Board join us from Japan. And Mike Steenhoek of the Soy Transportation Coalition shares info on the likely agreement between parties to avert a looming railroad workers strike.
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Ken Eriksen, senior vice president at S&P Global, Commodity Insights, joins us to add perspective to the looming railroad strike – what it would mean for the economy, particularly with regards to U.S. agriculture. And we have The Farmer Forum with Gene Millard of Missouri and Jack Lavers of California, and they're both frustrated with inflation and the threat to the supply chain that a railroad strike makes.
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Ken Eriksen, senior vice president at S&P Global, Commodity Insights, joins us to add perspective to the looming railroad strike – what it would mean for the economy, particularly with regards to U.S. agriculture. And we have The Farmer Forum with Gene Millard of Missouri and Jack Lavers of California, and they're both frustrated with inflation and the threat to the supply chain that a railroad strike makes.
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U.S. Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa joins us to discuss the Livestock Regulatory Protection Act, U.S. energy policy and costs, impending railroad strike, our Southern border and more. We welcome Fernando Muraro of AgRural to AgriTalk for a conversation about the crops situation in Brazil and what's on Brazilian farmers' minds, including inputs availability.
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U.S. Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa joins us to discuss the Livestock Regulatory Protection Act, U.S. energy policy and costs, impending railroad strike, our Southern border and more. We welcome Fernando Muraro of AgRural to AgriTalk for a conversation about the crops situation in Brazil and what's on Brazilian farmers' minds, including inputs availability.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us for more record-breaking prices of used machine equipment including his Pick of the Week. And Paul Hughes, chief agricultural economist & director of research at S&P Global Commodity Insights, Agribusiness, helps prepare us for the WASDE report released today.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us for more record-breaking prices of used machine equipment including his Pick of the Week. And Paul Hughes, chief agricultural economist & director of research at S&P Global Commodity Insights, Agribusiness, helps prepare us for the WASDE report released today.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all begins with Troy Bredenkamp, senior vice president for government & public affairs at Renewable Fuels Association, responding to the recent Reuters article making claims about pollution coming from ethanol plants. We also kick off College Roadshow at Purdue University with Jayson Lusk, distinguished professor and department head in the Department of Agricultural Economics.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all begins with Troy Bredenkamp, senior vice president for government & public affairs at Renewable Fuels Association, responding to the recent Reuters article making claims about pollution coming from ethanol plants. We also kick off College Roadshow at Purdue University with Jayson Lusk, distinguished professor and department head in the Department of Agricultural Economics.
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We're at the Iowa Corn Wetlands Field Day presentation at Mark Mueller's farm in Waverly, Iowa to see first-hand the new clean water wetland system on his operation. First, we have a conversation with U.S. Senator Charles Grassley about a variety of issues on his radar in Washington. And we speak with Shane Wolfe, Wetlands Project Manager at the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, and Iowa Dept. of Ag environmental engineer Mike Bourland about the project. And Mark Mueller joins us to take us through the reasons and process of having the wetland system.
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We're at the Iowa Corn Wetlands Field Day presentation at Mark Mueller's farm in Waverly, Iowa to see first-hand the new clean water wetland system on his operation. First, we have a conversation with U.S. Senator Charles Grassley about a variety of issues on his radar in Washington. And we speak with Shane Wolfe, Wetlands Project Manager at the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, and Iowa Dept. of Ag environmental engineer Mike Bourland about the project. And Mark Mueller joins us to take us through the reasons and process of having the wetland system.
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So, the Ag Economy Barometer for August 2022 had a bit of an uptick from farmers surveyed and Purdue's Dr. Jim Mintert talks about that and other findings in the latest barometer. Then it's time for The Farmer Forum and this week we have Jed Bower in Ohio and Dennis Bogaards of Iowa.
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So, the Ag Economy Barometer for August 2022 had a bit of an uptick from farmers surveyed and Purdue's Dr. Jim Mintert talks about that and other findings in the latest barometer. Then it's time for The Farmer Forum and this week we have Jed Bower in Ohio and Dennis Bogaards of Iowa.
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We talk international pork markets with Courtney Knupp of the National Pork Board plus Geoff Cooper of the Renewable Fuels Association joins us to discuss three-year RVOs. Bret Walts of BAMWX provides an update on weather in Brazil and how things look as we approach harvest.
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We talk international pork markets with Courtney Knupp of the National Pork Board plus Geoff Cooper of the Renewable Fuels Association joins us to discuss three-year RVOs. Bret Walts of BAMWX provides an update on weather in Brazil and how things look as we approach harvest.
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It's Labor Day and we have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – plus Dr. Pat Westhoff, director of FAPRI-MU to discuss their 2022 Baseline Update for U.S. Agricultural Markets.
https://www.fapri.missouri.edu/publication/2022-baseline-update-for-u-s-agricultural-markets/
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It's Labor Day and we have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – plus Dr. Pat Westhoff, director of FAPRI-MU to discuss their 2022 Baseline Update for U.S. Agricultural Markets.
https://www.fapri.missouri.edu/publication/2022-baseline-update-for-u-s-agricultural-markets/
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The Friday Free-for-all featuring Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and of course Chip Flory and Davis Michaelsen. Topics include President Biden's speech last night, G7 trying to cap prices of Russian oil, California's stressed grid, and more.
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With the impending jobs report, another likely Federal Reserve rate hike, and August's CPI on people's minds, who better to preview these factors with than Dr. Vince Malanga, president of LaSalle Economics? And it's the start of Dove and Teal season so we have a new episode of Outdoors on the Farm with guest Orrin Jones of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
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Fertilizer supply is again a major concern and here to talk us through the issues is Josh Linville of StoneX plus we have a special ACAM Farmer Forum with Hank McGowan of Nebraska and Aaron Krueger of Indiana.
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Phil Flynn of Price Futures Group joins us to discuss the energy markets, including whether Opec+ will cut production, tensions with Iraq, replenishing the strategic petroleum reserve, and the letter Energy Secretary Granholm sent urging refiners to limit exports. U.S. Soybean Export Council CEO Jim Sutter talks about Soy Connext, growth in the market, plus export opportunities with China, Egypt and Turkey.
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It's an iron only show this morning with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – giving us his Pick of the Week and talking about other recent auctions plus Kip Eideberg, senior vice president of government and industry relations at the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) joins us to discuss the Chips and Science Act plus other issues.
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Four days – seven states – ten AgriTalk shows...guest host Davis Michaelsen gets some more numbers from Chip Flory and newly-minted Master Scout Brian Grete ahead of the announcement of Pro Farmer's yield estimates at 1:30 pm CT today. Plus we of course have the Friday Free-for-all with Jim Wiesemeyer and Shaun Haney.
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It's Day Four for Pro Farmer Crop Tour and the teams of scouts are in the home stretch. Brian Grete is seeing good, heavy Iowa corn and Chip Flory is in Minnesota. Plus Jim Wiesemeyer runs through a list of policy-related breaking news.
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Welcome to Pro Farmer Crop Tour Day Three and we hear from Brian Grete and Chip Flory as their teams of scouts move through East and West legs in Iowa plus Jim Wiesemeyer talks about college loan debt relief.
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Welcome to Day Two of Pro Farmer Crop Tour coverage with Brian Grete reporting from the East leg of the tour and Chip Flory providing an update from the West leg. Plus Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer joins us for a policy conversation.
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Pro Farmer Crop Tour has begun! We get in-the-field reports from Brian Grete on the East leg and Chip Flory on the West leg. Plus a quick weather update from Kirk Hinz of BAMWX and Jim Wiesemeyer joins us for a lightning round of D.C. news.
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Mike Steenhoek, executive director at the Soy Transportation Coalition, joins the Friday Free-for-all for an update on where things stand in the railroad industry and a possible labor strike. Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney, and Davis Michaelsen discuss the midterm Senate election, Bayer in Russia, U.S. trade with Taiwan and more.
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The Farm CPA – Paul Neiffer of CLA – joins us to explain some of the things farmers need to be aware of with the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act. Former USDA Undersecretary Bill Northey also shares information about the I.R.A., plus his recent meeting with E.P.A. folks concerning pesticides and Atrizine.
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Donnell Rehagen, CEO of Clean Fuels Alliance America, joins us to discuss the items in the Inflation Reduction Act that help the biofuels industry. And we have a special Farmer Forum featuring Don Schiefelbein, president of the NCBA, and Kevin Escobar, Region 11 director of the U.S. Cattlemen's Association. Topics include truth in labeling and other challenges facing the cattle/beef industry.
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Time for the Friday Free-for-all with panelists Jim Wiesemeyer, April Hemmes and Davis Michaelsen. Topics include the Inflation Reduction Act, relationship with China, and the FBI raid on former President Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate. Plus we hear from Jamie Horton of DEKALB on the Field of Dreams game held last night.
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We chat with Iowa Ag Secretary Mike Naig and Iowa Corn Promotion Board president Kelly Nieuwenhuis about participating in this year's Governor's Charity Steer Show at the Iowa State Fair this weekend. Then Jerry Gidel of Midland Research reports on the crop tour he and Jack Scoville conducted through seven counties in Illinois. And we learn about the recently-formed Ag Bioeconomy Coalition from John Bode of Corn Refiners Association and Chris Bliley of Growth Energy.
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U.S. Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa joins us to discuss her thoughts on the Inflation Reduction Act, Speaker Pelosi visiting Taiwan, biofuels and more. Then we have The Farmer Forum with Bill Flory of Idaho and Ken McCauley of Kansas.
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Brock Slabach is the chief operating officer for the National Rural Health Association and he provides a status update for the rural health system, including COVID, plus details regarding monkeypox, and personnel shortages. Chief economist Jackson Takach of Farmer Mac shares his perspective on the Inflation Reduction Act, interest rate trends, land values, available credit and more. Ryan Bivens is a first generation farmer in Kentucky and he joins us to discuss his operation, including challenges, plus the tragic flooding that occurred in the eastern part of the state.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – has been reporting on record-breaking auction prices for a while now, and this past week might be the biggest one yet. Scott Richman is the chief economist at Renewable Fuels Association and he talks about the ethanol export market.
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The Friday Free-for-all featuring panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and Davis Michaelsen includes discussing the 3.5% unemployment rate announced today, Speaker Pelosi visiting Taiwan resulting in China's reaction, EPA heading into overtime on Glyphosate and more.
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We welcome U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa back to AgriTalk and discuss various issues including the Inflation Reduction Act and what the Judiciary Committee is looking into. Plus Farm Journal crop consultant Dr. Michael Cordonnier talks about what he's seeing in corn and soybean fields.
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We get a rundown of the latest Ag Economy Barometer from Dr. Jim Mintert of Purdue University plus The Farmer Forum with Chad Leman of Illinois and Mike Appert of North Dakota.
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U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas joins us to discuss the process of getting his PACT bill passed in the Senate plus his thoughts on the Inflation Reduction Act and Speaker Nancy Pelosi visiting Taiwan. Dan Basse of Ag Resource Company provides an amazing download of information regarding the situation in Ukraine, including questions about who owns the grain, who's getting paid for it, what is the quality of the cargo, can vessels be insured and a lot more. And Sarah Beth Aubrey of Elevate Ag talks about the August 23rd event called the IN-CLIMATE Summit at Purdue University.
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We have an extended weather report from Michael Clark and Kirk Hinz of BAMWX, followed by a policy update from Tanner Beymer, director of government affairs at the National Cattletmen's Beef Association, and we get to know Taranis from sales manager Kyle Long plus a brief crop report of Kansas from Chad Mustain.
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The Friday Free-for-all featuring Pro Farmer's Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture, and Davis Michaelsen. Topics discussed include the Inflation Reduction Act, microchip production, electric vehicles, Canadian fertilizer policy and more.
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Lots of variety today. We begin with Randy Dickhut, senior vice president of real estate operations at Farmers National Company, for a report on how the economy and inflation (and potential recession) are affecting rural land values. Then it's a new episode of Outdoors on the Farm with Dave Knau, who describes building a recreational pond on his property, and Tim Recker, who updates us on his long-term wetland project. And finally Chris Bliley, senior vice president of regulatory affairs, talks about the bill in the Senate which will invest in SAF plus the new agreement with EPA on 2023 RVOs.
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When we have questions about what moves the Federal Reserve may make after the FOMC meetings have concluded, we turn to Dr. Vince Malanga of LaSalle Economics. Then we have The Farmer Forum with Sherman Newlin of Illinois and we welcome Kristjan Hebert of Saskatchewan.
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We're at the North Star Ag Expo in Minnesota this morning and we have a conversation with former U.S. Representative Collin Peterson, who shares his insight into the partisan nature of Congress and how it can work against progress on items like a new Farm Bill. Plus Jim Emter of Van Ahn & Company joins us to discuss the markets and Lynn Ketelsen of Linder Farm Network talks about the importance of ag broadcasting not just for farmers and ranchers, but also for consumers.
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We get a weekly update from Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – starting with his Pick of the Week plus we'll discuss other recent and up-coming auctions. Dr. Ernie Goss of Creighton University returns with an updated Rural Mainstreet Index.
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Time for the Friday Free-for-all with panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and we welcome Iowa soybeans farmer April Hemmes. Topics include President Biden's COVID recovery, grain out of Ukraine, potentially serious situation in Australia concerning imported beef, high gas prices and high profits, atrazine and crop insurance.
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We preview tomorrow's Cattle on Feed report and inventory report with Kevin Coburn, senior economist, agriculture at S&P Global Commodity Insights plus we learn about Ready to Use Therapeutic Foods (RUTF) using peanuts to treat starving/malnourished people, especially children, transition to standard meals and provide protein and vitamins. Will Moore, CEO of the Eleanor Crook Foundation, and Dr. Samara Sterling, Research and Nutrition Director at the Peanut Institute, join us for that enlightening conversation.
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Farm Journal agronomist Ken Ferrie of Crop-Tech Consulting joins us to discuss pollination, the heat, tar spot and the Japanese Beetle. Plus we discuss Corn and Soybean College.
https://www.agweb.com/news/crops/crop-production/attend-2022-farm-journal-corn-and-soybean-college
Then we have the Farmer Forum with this week's panelists Rock Katschnig of Illinois and Bob Hemesath of Iowa.
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This morning we have a special focus on energy. First, Jordan Fife of BioUrja Trading joins us to discuss the current price and trends of crude oil and gasoline, and various policies that either help or hurt production and refining. Then we meet former Renewable Fuels Association chair Neil Koehler who has been involved in a study in California on E15.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – talks about another record-breaking Pick of the Week and previews several auctions, including lots closing tomorrow at auctions.machinerypete.com. We hear from Ken Eriksen of IHS Markit by S&P Global about the railroad situation, including the near-miss for a strike taking effect today. Professor Allan Gray of Purdue (and Land O Lakes chair) discusses the effort to digitize the agri-food system at a new start-up called dialventures.com.
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For this week's Friday Free-for-all we welcome back Delaware Secretary of Agriculture Michael Scuse who shares his perspective on issues including federal spending during an inflationary period, the crisis in Ukraine, the crisis at the border with Mexico, and many other topics, including the need for price discovery and transparency in many ag industries. Pro Farmer's Jim Wiesemeyer and Davis Michaelsen also participate.
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Got a lot packed in this show for you to unpack. We begin with a conversation with U.S. Senator Charles Grassley of Iowa about a variety of ag-related issues including prospects for a future Farm Bill. Then AgDay's Clinton Griffiths speaks with USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack marking one year since the start of the White House Competition Council. And Dr. Greg Tylka of the SCN Coalition talks about the importance of soybean farmers checking for SCN females.
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The consumer price index rose 9.1% from last year and Rob Fox, Director of Knowledge Exchange, shares his perspective that perhaps this is a true peak and that the CPI will significantly lower this month. Our Farmer Forum features Kevin Paap of Minnesota, who reminds us to be ever vigilant with safety around the farm and grain bins, and Greg Anderson of Nebraska, who shares information about increased oilseed crush capacity and growing demand for biodiesel.
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Randy Russell, president of The Russell Group, joins us to discuss the current political and potential future landscape of the federal government, especially as it relates to agriculture and a future farm bill. We chat with agronomist Ken Ferrie of Crop-Tech Consulting about what he's seeing in the fields during this growth season, including tar spot, and we talk about the upcoming Corn and Soybean College (click below for more information).
https://www.agweb.com/news/crops/crop-production/attend-2022-farm-journal-corn-and-soybean-college
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Greg Peterson – a.k.a. Machinery Pete – joins us to give us his Pick of the Week and preview some other auctions including items he has his eye on. And we have a conversation with Jeff Lautt, president of POET, about the recently announced partnership with Navigator CO2 to capture, transport and store five million tons of CO2 annually.
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Guest host Davis Michaelsen runs this week's Friday Free-for-all and panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer and Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio discuss the tragic assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, possible lifting of U.S. tariffs on China, outside influence raising rural land values vs. preventing foreign interests from purchasing farm land, jobless rates in U.S. and Canada, interest rate game and more.
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A packed show with variety this morning. We begin with a conversation with Margaret Oldham of AgLaunch and Jordan Phasey of Phinite, one of the ag tech start-up companies that recently won the Row Crop Challenge. Then we discuss mental health with our friend Ted Matthews of farmcounseling.org. And John Homenuk of empireweather.com joins us for a look at the updated Drought Monitor released today.
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Dr. James Mintert of Purdue University joins us to break down the latest Ag Economy Barometer and discuss the concerns of participating farmers, especially with regards to the economy. Then we have The Farmer Forum with Bob Birdsell and Luke Lauritsen who discuss the status of their respective operations and their concerns now and going forward.
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With the 4th of July holiday we didn't get to have our customary weather hit or even a D.C. Signal to Noise episode. So today's show rectifies that as we have both, first an extended conversation with Kirk Hinz of BAMWX, then Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer separates the signal from the noise with guest host Davis Michaelsen.
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Welcome to our special Independence Day show featuring of course Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete plus Neal Hull of National Pork Board joins us to provide some prep and gilling tips for several pork products. And we chat with Ben Leslie from Folds of Honor who talks about how they help families who've lost a loved on that served in the military.
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Time for the Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, and Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture takes time from his celebration of Canada Day to join us as well. Plus Geoff Cooper of Renewable Fuels Association joins us to share the good news that Sheetz has a promotional discount for E15 and E85.
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The National Corn Growers Association brings us three important conversations about their "One Team" initiative that features partnerships with the NCBA, NPB, and US-RSPE to combine efforts to create one message for greater impact. Troy Schneider, NCGA market development action chair, Don Schiefelbein, president of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, Heather Hill, National Pork Board president, and Jennifer Rhodes of the U.S. Roundtable for Sustainable Poultry & Eggs join us to discuss the "One Team" concept.
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We get an informative preview of tomorrow's USDA acreage report from StoneX Chief Commodities Economist Arlan Suderman. Plus the Farmer Forum with guests Steve Pitstick of Illinois and Quentin Bowen of Nebraska.
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We meet Gerry Hayden of the World Initiative for Soy in Human Health who is 8,500 miles away in Cambodia on a mission to bring American soy meal to parts of the world to fortify their aquaculture products with protein. Then we catch up with Mike Steenhoek, executive director at the Soy Transportation Coalition, on infrastructure inflation and how programs like Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act would be affected.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to talk about his Pick of the Week and preview some upcoming auctions. We get an intel download on the situation in Ukraine from Dan Basse, president of AgResource Company. And Josh Linville of StoneX updates us on the fertilizer market.
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We have a bit of a change-up for this week's Friday Free-for-all...we still have Shaun Haney from RealAgriculture, but today we also have senior analyst Roger Bernard from IHS Markit and Farm CPA Paul Neiffer of CLA Connect (with more vital info about ERP program).
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We have a jam-packed show this morning. We begin with a Grit with Grace story feature three sisters who have made an impression on social media as they educate followers about their farm operation. Then we have this month's Outdoors on the Farm episode with guest Tom Flory and a conversation with Iowa DNR wildlife biologist Andy Kellner. And finally Karol Aure-Flynn of Wells Fargo joins us to discuss the price increases of food ahead of the July 4th holiday.
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For our June episode of Outdoors on the Farm sponsored by basecampleasing.com we have a conversation with Andy Kellner, Wildlife Biologist – Depredation Program, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, about wildlife and how it can affect farming, especially deer. This is the full, un-edited conversation.
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U.S. Representative Abigail Spanberger (VA-07) joins us to discuss the Lower Food and Fuel Costs Act, which recently passed the House, and addresses concerns about the bill, such as the creation of a special investigator position. Farmers/ranchers Casey Schumacher of Nebraska and Mark Putney of Iowa are in this week's Farmer Forum. Topics include status updates on their operations, weather-related challenges, expanding slaughter capacity, profit equity with packers, and various bills making their way through the House and Senate.
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Today is summer solstice and thermometers across the country are rising up to the occasion. For an extended look at the weather we chat with Michael Clark of BAMWX. Then we have a special D.C. Signal to Noise conversation with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer.
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The markets are closed today in observance of Juneteenth. Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – has Eric MacPherson of Dawson Tire with him to make a special announcement. Plus Farm Journal's Chris Bennett joins us to talk about some of the recent stories he's been writing up. And Tanner Beymer, director of government affairs and market regulatory policy, explains NCBA's opposition to the Lower Food and Fuel Costs Act that passed the House last week.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, and our own Davis Michaelsen. Topics discussed included the Federal Reserve's rate hike, the impending recession, Putin's game, Ukraine possibly applying for E.U. membership, the January 6th hearings, House passage of H.R. 7606 – and its chances in the Senate and more.
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Greg Henderson, editorial director of Drovers, joins us to discuss details of the situation with livestock dying in this record heat plus we have a conversation with Troy Bredenkamp, senior vice president of public and government affairs at the Renewable Fuels Association, about the impending passage of the Lower Food and Fuels Costs Act in the House.
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We welcome Doug Lapp to the program for a conversation on safety plus a harrowing story of an accident that was preventable – even though technically nothing illegal or incorrect occurred. Doug is president of Chester-Delaware County Farm Bureau (Pennsylvania) and the deputy chief of the fire department. We also have the Farmer Forum, with this week's panelists Jay Myers of North Dakota and Tim Burrack of Iowa.
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With the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meetings taking place we wanted to get LaSalle Economics president Dr. Vince Malanga's perspective on possible results of those meetings, plus the inflation situation and energy prices. We follow that up with a conversation with Brian Grete of Pro Farmer on the markets and how factors like weather and the economy are impacting them.
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Prices continue to climb on used equipment and there's apparently no end in sight. Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – discusses that, plus his Pick of the Week, and preview some upcoming auctions. On June 6th cattle producers shared their perspective on WOTUS at an EPA roundtable. Joining us to talk about it and upcoming rulings is Mary-Thomas Hart, environmental counsel at the National Cattlemen's Beef Association.
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EPA Assistant Administrator for Water Radhika Fox and EPA Ag Advisor Rod Snyder join us to discuss $60 million funding announced today for nutrient pollution reduction in the Mississippi River/Gulf of Mexico watershed. Then The Friday Free-for-all panelists Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and Tyson Redpath of The Russell Group share reactions, plus talk about the economy and grain in Ukraine.
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We talk about weather prospects for U.S. agriculture with Empire Weather's John Homenuk. And Phil Flynn of Price Futures Group chats with Davis Michaelsen about energy issues, including natural gas and diesel fuel prices. Then we meet Kiersteb Hafer and Neal Hull of the National Pork Board and discuss the benefits of ground pork.
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We hear from Dr. Jim Mintert, professor of Ag Economics at Purdue, about the sharp downturn in the latest Ag Economic Barometer where optimism in particular took a hit. And then we have a Pork Week Farmer Forum with pork producers Mike Berdo and Randy Francois.
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Guest host Davis Michaelsen continues Pork Week '22 coverage with a fun conversation with Chef Charlie Torgerson, a.k.a. The Meat Guy. Chef Charlie talks about being named Minnesota Pork Board's Promoter of the Year and he shares his approach to cooking pork. Farm CPA Paul Neiffer of CLA Connect joins us from Washington D.C. to discuss issues with ERP and also how rising interest rates might affect land values. And Randy Dickhut of Farmers National Company to discuss land market trends, including seasonality sales, and why farm land is a good hedge against inflation.
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Pork Week 2022 has begun at Farm Journal and Jennifer Shike kicks things off for AgriTalk with a conversation about swine health with veterinarian Dr. Lauren Glowzenski of TriOak Foods in Iowa. Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – talks about his Pick of the Week with guest host Davis Michaelsen.
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For this week's Friday Free-for-all we have special guest U.S. Senator Charles Grassley of Iowa join panelists Jim Wiesemeyer from Pro Farmer and Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture. Topics include EPA's pending announcement of RVOs, EPA and small refinery exemptions, Deere's announcement of future cab production being relocated to Mexico, fertilizer trade with China and Canada, and more.
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We meet Ashlee Johnson of The Russell Group and talk about USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack's proposal yesterday of transforming the food system. Jessica Kolterman of Lincoln Premium Poultry discusses the steps they took during the darkest days of the pandemic to ensure worker safety, which became a playbook for how to positively support the workforce in the meat processing industry.
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Jon Doggett, CEO at the National Corn Growers Association, joins us to discuss the possibility of lifting tariffs on fertilizer inputs, the big week in store for ethanol, being able to continue pumping E15, and the threats to glyphosate and atrazene. Plus it's the Farmer Forum with Brad Nelson of Minnesota and Tim Gregarson of Nebraska.
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U.S. Senator Joni Ernst joins us from her 99 county tour to discuss USDA Secretary Vilsack's appearance before the Senate Ag Committee, ERP, 30X30, U.S. aid to Ukraine, and more. Then we have a special D.C. Signal to Noise episode with Jim Wiesemeyer and Chip Flory.
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Today we remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. The markets are closed but we have a brand new show with conversations with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete, Rachel Petitt – program director at Farmer Veteran Coalition, and Jordan Fife of BioUrja.
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Things are heating up in the world, including the weather. This week's Friday Free-for-all discusses many of these issues, including ERP, renewable fuels, grain from Ukraine and more. Featuring panelists Jim Wiesemeyer from Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney from RealAg Radio, and Montana farmer Michelle Jones.
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Veteran Milk Man Tim Haynes and Rookie Milk Man Kerry Estes join us to talk about their exciting roles in bringing the winners of the Indianapolis 500 cold, delicious milk. Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper joins us to talk about the continuing effort to correct damaging misconceptions about ethanol, EPA's plan to establish a framework for RINs, and future goals for the RFA.
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This morning we have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – share his Pick of the Week and details of other auction action he's been monitoring. U.S. Representative Sam Graves (MO-06) joins us to talk about the status of WERDA, infrastructure plans, energy prices, and the rural health industry.
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Are fuel prices too high? Doesn't seem like that difficult a question to answer, and yet some find it challenging. We talk about that and more on the Friday Free-for-all with panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio and Davis Michaelsen of LandOwner.
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U.S. Senator Charles Grassley of Iowa joins us for a conversation about record high prices of fuel, the nation's energy policy, the situation in Ukraine, ERP, and the low supply of baby formula. Then we have the May episode of Outdoors on the Farm and we talk population control with J.T. Kreager and Ed Griffin of Base Camp Leasing.
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Yesterday, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed a bill adopting an E15 statewide standard. Iowa Renewable Fuels Association executive director Monte Shaw joins to discuss this standard and what it means for Iowa and the fuel and ag industries. And we've got a Farmer Forum with Zach Johnson (a.k.a. Millennial Farmer), Mitchell Hora and newcomer Jay Lane.
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A study from Trinity Consultants in 15 locations across America showed that switching to biodiesel fuel would result in health benefits to local people and the environment. Here to explain the results of the study is Floyd Vergara, director of state and governmental affairs at Clean Fuels Alliance America. And Paul Neiffer, a.k.a. The Farm CPA, joins us to provide details on Phase 1 of the new Emergency Relief Program. Additional information may be found on Paul's podcast The Farm CPA.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us with another doozy of a Pick of the Week, plus he previews some upcoming auctions including the Machinery Pete auction that closes tomorrow (https://auctions.machinerypete.com). Geoff Cooper, president and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, responds to more big oil smear campaigns against Ethanol and talks about the EPA and looming standards deadline. And the BeSure! campaign continues with some helpful information and tips for protecting pollinators from Stephanie Darnell of BASF.
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It's time for the Friday Free-for-all and this week's panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and Davis Michaelsen of LandOwner.
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We have a conversation with economist Erin Borror of the U.S. Meat Export Federation about trends with beef and pork export data over the past two years. Barbara Lee is the director of the National Children's Center for Rural and Agricultural Health and Safety and she joins us to talk about the center, provide safety tips for operations with children on site, and preview a webinar event scheduled for May 19th.
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Zippy Duvall, president of the American Farm Bureau Federation, joins us to talk about a variety of issues and policy initiatives, including WOTUS, immigration, and climate-smart commodity proposals. Then it's The Farmer Forum and we head west and southwest for first-hand accounts on drought and immigration from Joe Del Bosque of California and James Johnson of New Mexico.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we have a conversation with Ted Matthews of farmcounseling.org about how we can take care of ourselves and help out each other. Farm Journal agronomist Ken Ferrie of Crop Tech Consulting joins us to provide an update on planting conditions and things to be aware of. And Chris Edgington, president of NCGA, talks about their call to action for folks to urge USDA to ensure fair markets – https://ncga.ws/inputcosts
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We talk about the red-hot used equipment market with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete, then we talk about the red-hot land market with Doug Hensley, president of Hertz Farm Management. And we get some more helpful information about protecting pollinators from Nick Tinsley of BASF as part of the BeSure! campaign.
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Time for the Friday Free-for-all featuring panelists Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and RealAg Radio plus Chris Gibbs of Ohio who is a farmer and is on the board of Rural Voices USA. Also joining us is Roger Bernard, policy analyst at IHS Markit.
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We talk with Phil Flynn of The PRICE Futures Group about record-high natural gas prices. Then Aaron Frazier of the National Restaurant Association updates us on the restaurant industry and policy direction in D.C. And we get a Grit with Grace story from Gene Veeder of North Dakota that you don't want to miss (and Tyne Morgan also reports on Gene's story this weekend on U.S. Farm Report).
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Dr. Jim Mintert, professor of Agricultural Economics and director of the Center for Commercial Agriculture at Purdue University, joins us to break down the most recent Ag Economic Barometer. Then it's The Farmer Forum with this week's panelists Ken McCauley of Kansas and Garry Niemeyer of Illinois.
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We welcome back BJ Johnson, co-founder and CEO of ClearFlame Engine Technologies, and discuss about progress being made with their inventions and innovations, and the role biofuels play in their projects. Dr. Brad Morgan, professor at Colorado State University, joins us to talk about his participation in the recent U.S. Roundtable for Sustainable Beef.
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This morning we have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – giving us an update on the ever-increasing price trends for used equipment selling at auctions. Plus we're joined by Dr. Derrell Peel, Professor, Ag Economics and Extension Specialist for Livestock Marketing at Oklahoma State University Extension. And we get a BeSure! campaign update on how to protect pollinators.
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The Friday Free-for-all with panelists Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney and Mark Recker begins with a discussion on the $500 million incentives for growers portion of the Biden administration's request for $33 billion announced yesterday. Plus U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas joins us to talk about USDA and USAID's decision to utilize Bill Emerson Humanitarian Trust to address global hunger.
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Steve Nicholson is the Global Strategist – Grains & Oilseeds at RaboResearch and he joins us to discuss their recent ten-year outlook titled "The Grain Drain After Ukraine." NCBA president Don Shiefelbein, fresh off his trip to D.C. to testify at the House ag hearing on cattle market transparency, talks about the frustrations and wishes of the producers he represents.
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U.S. Senator Charles Grassley of Iowa joins us to discuss the Senate Ag Committee hearing on his Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act. And we talk about another piece of legislation he's sponsoring, the No Oil Producing and Exporting Cartels Act (NOPEC) which is gaining traction. Then we have The Farmer Forum with Mike Appert of North Dakota and Quint Pottinger of Kentucky.
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Ken Eriksen is senior vice president at Agribusiness by IHS Markit and the perfect guest with whom to discuss the issues concerning the supply chain and rail transportation, especially as it concerns agriculture. Brett Crosby is the director at the U.S. Cattlemen's Association and he joins us to discuss the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act, which is being reviewed at a Senate Ag Committee hearing, plus the need for oversight on meat packers. And we welcome EPA Administrator Michael Regan to AgriTalk and we discuss his tour of rural America touting the Biden administration's infrastructure program, plus status of WOTUS, RVOs, SREs, and Food vs. Fuel.
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Daren Coppock, president CEO at the American Retailers Association joins us to discuss the bottleneck of some railroads, what they're attempting to do about it, and how it affects supplies like fertilizer. Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete give his Pick of the Week (an all-time record-breaker). And we have a "BeSure!" conversation with Caydee Savinelli of Syngenta.
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Time for the Friday Free-for-all with this week's panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio and Davis Michaelsen. We discuss Maripol, Ukraine, inflation and the economy, the Grassley-Fischer bill on cattle market transparency, rail transportation and more.
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Jordan Fife of BioUrja Trading joins us to discuss the Colonial Pipeline, sustainable aviation fuel, what's happening in the RIN market and more. Then it's a new episode of Outdoors on the Farm with JT Kreager of Base Camp Leasing and Tom James of Base Camp Country Real Estate.
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This week's Farmer Forum features Nick Ehlers and Luke Lauritsen.
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U.S. Representative Vicky Hartzler (MO-04) joins us to discuss her recent op-ed criticizing the Biden administration for policies she feels work against U.S. agriculture, plus we talk about her A-PLUS Act. Bill Thayer is the co-founder and CEO of Filogic, and we discuss the supply chain issues, how they really started, and ways to combat and overcome them.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to give us his Pick of the Week, plus talk about a few upcoming auctions. Then we welcome Bret Walts from BAMWX to give both a short and long-term forecast on the weather in the midwest, including potential active weather.
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Today is Good Friday and the markets are closed but fear not, the Friday Free-for-all soldiers on with this new episode featuring panelists Mark Recker, Brian Grete and Davis Michaelsen.
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We close out the work week a packed show starting with USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack who talks about his recent trip to Mexico to discuss trade, E15 for the summer and aviation biofuel, and USMCA issues with Canada. Geoff Cooper from the Renewable Fuels Association and Pete Meyer from S&P Global Platts continue a conversation about the focus for today and the future with renewable fuels. And Dr. Paul Sundberg of the Swine Health Information Center joins us to discuss the situation with PRRS.
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We're in the final week of tax season and Farm CPA Paul Neiffer of CLA Connect joins us to share dates, deadlines, various rules and other helpful information for folks still getting their finances and taxes in order to file. Mitch Landrieu is the Senior Advisor to the President for Infrastructure Coordination and he explains White House plans to tour parts of rural America to explain details of the new infrastructure law. We have Dr. Andy Randolph of ECR Engines to dispel misinformation on E15 regarding smog and fuel volatility.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – shares his Pick of the Week and talks about continuing market trends on used farm equipment. Chris Bliley is the senior vice president of Regulatory Affairs at Growth Energy and he joins us to respond to the EPA announcement last week about RFS waivers, prospects for E-15 this summer, and Growth Energy's priorities with EPA.
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Geoff Cooper, president and CEO at Renewable Fuels Association, joins the Friday Free-for-all to explain the EPA announcement yesterday regarding RFS exemptions and share RFA's response. Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney and Davis Michaelsen then discuss the brutality in Ukraine, fertilizer prices and availability, drought, and more.
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U.S. Senator Charles Grassley of Iowa joins us to discuss the situation in Ukraine, the status of his bill on cattle market transparency, ASF, E-15, boarder security and more. Renewable Fuels Association chief economist Scott Richman talks about the likely rejection of small refinery waivers, the possibility of E-15 year 'round, and this year's solid start for ethanol exports. Plus, we name the 2022 Bracket Busters contest winners.
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Agricultural Economics Professor Jim Mintert of Purdue University shares information and perspective on the latest Ag Economic Barometer. And this weeks Farmer Forum features cattle ranchers Jack Lavers of California and Scott McGregor of Iowa.
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Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig joins us to discuss the Bird Flu situation in the state and indicates more announcements are forthcoming. American Coalition for Ethanol CEO Brian Jennings joins us for a conversation about studies using the GREET model and updated GHG model plus how E15 can help lower gasoline prices.
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This morning's show is loaded with iron. First we have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – give us his Pick of the Week and preview some upcoming auctions. Then we have a conversation with Kip Eideberg, senior vice president of government and industry relations for the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM).
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Welcome to April 2022 and of course we have a Friday Free-for-all with Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture, and Iowa farmer Mark Recker to discuss a number of issues and policy initiatives affecting U.S. agriculture.
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We welcome Yevhenni Tkachenko, an agriculture industry rep in Ukraine, to talk about the situation there – planting, supplies, and how the gallant people of Ukraine have joined together to expel the Russian invaders from their homeland. Jimmy Powell is the COO at Summit Carbon Solutions and he shares details on a pipeline project for transferring carbon. Monte Shaw of the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association joins the conversation to offer the IRFA perspective on why this project helps and also why initiatives like this are the answer today for greener climate.
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With some recent changes made to the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act, Iowa Cattlemen's Association president Bob Noble joins us to discuss what those changes are and what they would mean for the cattle industry if the bill passes. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Bob Hemesath of Iowa and Garry Niemeyer of Illinois.
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Dr. Kevin McNew, chief economist at Farmers Business Network, joins us to talk about FBN's acreage survey. Roger Bernard, senior policy analyst at Agribusiness Intelligence – IHS Markit, shares his perspective of President Biden's budget released yesterday. And Jared Bernstein of the White House Council of Economic Advisers discusses some of the details of that budget.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – reports on a new slate of record-breaking sales including his Pick of the Week, plus results from a retirement auction and a collector auction, and a preview a few auctions coming up this week. Dale Moore is executive vice president at American Farm Bureau Federation and he talks about the Supreme Court's decision to review California's Prop 12 plus the need to pass the Ocean Shipping Reform Act in the Senate.
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U.S. Senator Joni Ernst joins us to report on her observations in Germany and Poland of the Ukranian crisis, plus share her thoughts on U.S. national security, including the role energy independence plays. And in this month's episode of Outdoors on the Farm JT Kreager of Base Camp Leasing and Tom Flory share information about doing safe land burns, positioning tree stands, and more.
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This morning we welcome John Homenuk of Empire Weather to talk about the dangerous storms we've been seeing lately plus what the spring season might look like for parts of rural America. Then it's The Farmer Forum with panelists Ron Suppes of Kansas and Don Lamb of Indiana.
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We have a bone-chilling yet inspirational "Grit with Grace" story from our guest Stephanie Stielow Dickerson of Paradise, KS plus Dr. Ernie Goss is the MacAllister Chair & Professor of Economics at Creighton University and he joins us to talk about the economy and the latest Rural Mainstreet Survey.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to talk about his weekly Pick of the Week, and preview some other upcoming auctions, including the latest Machinery Pete online auction which closes tomorrow. After 30 years and evolving markets, the National Biodiesel Board has rebranded and is now Clean Fuels Alliance America. Joining us to talk about the change and their Number One priority today is the CEO, Donnell Rehagen.
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The Friday Free-for-all is in full-swing with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, and Ohio farmer Chris Gibbs.
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We're wrapping up in New Orleans and our coverage of Commodity Classic 2022 brought to you by Truterra with conversations with Charles Baron and Kevin McNew of Farmers Business Network, plus Geoff Cooper of Renewable Fuels Association.
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This morning we have a conversation with Dr. Gary Schnitkey, Professor of Farm Management and Soybean Industry Chair in Agricultural Strategy at the University of Illinois, about break evens and acreage decisions. Then it's The Farmer Forum with Randy Urmacher of Nebraska and Sherman Newlin of Illinois.
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Commodity Classic coverage from New Orleans continues sponsored by Pivot Bio. We have conversations with Lance Honig, chief of Crops Branch at USDA-NASS, and JT Kreager of Base Camp Leasing.
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U.S. Senator Charles Grassley joins us to discuss Ukraine, energy, inflation, and more. Plus Greg "Machinery Pete" Peterson shares his Pick of the Week and talks about several other upcoming auctions. And Tanner Beymer, director of government affairs and market regulatory policy at NCBA, discusses the Senate's passage of an omnibus spending package with provisions important to the cattle industry.
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Davis Michaelsen moderates the Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, plus RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney and Chip Flory join in from Commodity Classic in New Orleans.
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Ben Brown, Sr. Research Associate of Agricultural and Applied Economics at University of Missouri, joins guest host Davis Michaelsen to preview the latest WASDE report released today. And we welcome April Hemmes of Iowa to the Farmer Forum, and Bob Birdsell of Missouri is on as well. We discuss current and potential challenges plus Ukraine.
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Don't miss this one. U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas joins us to discuss the situation with Ukraine, and our options for thwarting Russia's invasion campaign, including halting oil purchases. Phil Flynn of Price Futures Group also provides expert analysis into the energy situation and the Russian impact upon it.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to give his Pick of the Week and talk about what he's seeing and hearing about in the used farm machinery market. Tom Sell of Combest, Sell & Associates shares his thoughts on what's going on in Ukraine, the markets, China, and oil.
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"What a year this week was!" said Pro Farmer policy Analyst Jim Wiesemeyer on this Friday Free-for-all, and that's putting it mildly. We discuss Ukraine with special guest U.S. Representative Austin Scott (GA-08) and panelists Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio and Davis Michaelsen.
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Dan Basse of AgResource Company joins guest host Tyne Morgan to discuss South American crop estimates and the deteriorating situation in Ukraine. USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey provides information about the potential drought in various parts of the United States. And we have an inspirational story concerning teenage pilot-in-training Mary Schalk of Kentucky who delivered much-needed supplies and food to those affected by tornadoes.
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Guest host Tyne Morgan speaks with Professor Jim Mintert of Purdue University about the results in the latest Ag Economic Barometer. Then we welcome Matt Swanson of Illinois and Loran Steinlage of Iowa to The Farmer Forum where both provide informed perspectives on the situation in Ukraine.
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We welcome Jacob Shapiro, founder and chief strategist at Perch Perspectives, to share his viewpoints on the situation with Ukraine, how it affects agriculture and the international supply chain, and what consumers might be facing in the near future. We also welcome Ron Alverson – a Dakota farmer and board member of American Coalition for Ethanol – to refute the recent hit pieces on corn and ethanol and re-affirm their value to energy and the environment.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – gives us his Pick of the Week and chats about some upcoming auctions. Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete discusses the market action after Russia attacked Ukraine and how it's performing now.
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Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture and RealAg Radio is guest host for this week's Friday Free-for-all featuring panelists Jim Wiesemeyer and Davis Michaelsen. The main topic is of course Russia invading Ukraine.
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On this day of breaking news we cover the situation in Ukraine and it's effects on the commodities markets, especially wheat. We have a conversation with Dr. Greg Tylka of the SCN Coalition about the importance of testing soil for SCN. Chip Flory hosts this month's episode of Outdoors on the Farm. And Farm CPA Paul Neiffer talks about a possible hitch in trying to e-file before the March 1st deadline next week.
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Jared Greuel of Greuel Farm Services joins us to discuss the issue of force majeure with Glyphosate and some options that farmers may consider. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Tim Recker of Iowa and Mike Appert of North Dakota.
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This morning we have conversations with National Corn Growers Association president Chris Edgington about the UW ethanol piece, Pro Farm policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer about the Russian situation with Ukraine, and Michael Clark of BAMWX gives us a domestic weather update.
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It's Presidents' Day and the markets are closed. This show was pre-recorded at Top Producer Summit and we have a conversation with Ashley Arrington about her address at TPS, "The Profit Puzzle: When Should You Save Versus Spend?" Plus we get an update from Chad Johnson on his and his son's invention The Grain Weevil. And we visit with Shay Foulk of Ag View Solutions about his TPS address, "Equipment Fleet Management: Data Driven Decisions on Trades, Cost and Long-Term Sustainability."
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney or RealAgriculture, and Davis Michaelsen with topics including USDA investigating the rise in input prices, the trucker protest in Canada, South American crop estimates and more.
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It was a record-setting month for beef and Greg Henderson of Drovers gives us the details. Emily Skor, CEO of Growth Energy, joins us to provide an informed rebuttal to the recent University of Wisconsin piece on ethanol.
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We wrap up live coverage of Top Producer Summit 2022 thanks to sponsorship by Meristem. The Farmer Forum this week consists of conversations with the Top Producer of the Year winner, plus the Horizon Award winners. We also meet one of the Top Producer finalists. Listen, learn, and be inspired!
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We're at Top Producer Summit 2022 in Nashville brought to you by New Holland and we have conversations with Leah Halverson of Ten-acre Marketing, Paul Neiffer of CLA and Rena Striegel of Transition Point Business Advisors.
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Davis Michaelsen is guest host and he gets an update from Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – about more record-breaking auction prices and he previews upcoming auctions. Then Alan Morgan of the National Rural Health Association brings us up-to-date on the current state of health services for rural America as the pandemic shows signs of waning. And we enjoyed meeting Jake Barnes, a veteran and fire fighter trainer, to hear his story and you will, too.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Randy Russell from The Russell Group plus Mark Recker of Iowa and newsman Davis Michaelsen. Topics include the truck convoy, vaccination mandates, Russia and more.
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In this special edition of AgriTalk we have a conversation with David Kamin, Deputy Director of the National Economic Council, to discuss the latest inflation and Consumer Price Index numbers, jobs, and energy costs.
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A new soybean crush facility was recently announced by the South Dakota Soybean Processors and CEO Tom Kersting tells us about it. Jackson Takach, chief economist at Farmer Mac, joins us to preview his Top Producer Summit address, "Seeing Through the Fog: How Global Economic Forces Will Impact U.S. Ag in 2022." And Ron Hovsepian, CEO at Indigo Ag, talks about the partnership with Landus and today's announcement of a solution for streamlining grain merchandising: Market+ Merchandise.
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Dr. Alyona Michael, DVM is a diagnostic pathologist at Iowa State University's Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory and she joins us to discuss a new threat to swine called Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae (APP). Then we have the Farmer Forum with former NPPC president Howard "A.V." Roth and Mark Putney, the director of business development at ChopLocal and he's with the Iowa Cattlemen's Association.
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Dr. Vincent Malanga of LaSalle Economics joins us to share his perspective on Russia and China's apparent collaboration and Brian Watkins of Watkins Farm will be speaking at Top Producer Summit next week in Nashville, TN about whether it's time for your operation to add a CTO to your management.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – reports live from an auction in Iowa, gives us his Pick of the Week, and talks about other auctions coming up. U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) joins us to talk about the importance of getting a new farm bill right, plus other issues and policy initiatives he's watching.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio, and Ohio farmer Chris Gibbs of Rural Voices USA plus Ethan Lane, vice president of Government Affairs at the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, to provide clarity on the NCBA's position on the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act.
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A fired-up U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa joins us this morning to discuss his sponsorship of the bi-partisan-supported Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act, Drovers editor Greg Henderson lends his perspective on the situation and NCBA's issue with the bill, and Amanda Van Steenwyk of the Iowa Farm Bureau talks about the up-coming 2022 Acres of Opportunity Conference.
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It's the first Wednesday of the month and that means Purdue's Jim Mintert, professor of Agriculture Economics, joins us to break down the results of the latest Ag Economic Barometer. Then it's The Farmer Forum with Quentin Bowen of Nebraska and Steve Pitstick of Illinois.
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We have a conversation with WinField United president Brett Bruggeman about the new go-to market strategy called Advanced Care. U.S. Senator Deb Fischer and Lee Reichmuth, director of the U.S. Cattlemen's Association discuss the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – has another record-breaking Pick of the Week plus he previews some upcoming auctions. Grain Bin Safety Week is February 20-26 and Brad Liggett, president of Nationwide Agribusiness, and Marji Guyler-Alaniz of FarmHer join us to talk about the critical importance of protecting oneself and others from making a fatal and preventable mistake in a grain bin.
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We are in St. Joseph, Missouri at the Midland Empire Ag & Rural Lifestyle Show where we have conversations with Bruce Merz of merzfarmequipment.com, Phillip Schwarz of 4landssake.com, and Kaleb Stowers of willcrossseed.com. Plus Geoff Cooper of Renewable Fuels Association joins us to share the RFA's response to EPA's decision on RFS compliance.
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We have a conversation with USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack and get a status update on a host of issues and programs, plus Outdoors on the Farm is back and we hear from Rock Katschnig and Tom Flory, plus JT Kreager, CEO of Basecamp Leasing, on the benefits of leasing your farmland for recreational use.
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Ken Eriksen of IHS Markit joins AgriTalk for an update on where things stand with the supply chain issues. Then it's The Farmer Forum with Kevin Paap of Minnesota and Tim Gregerson of Nebraska.
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Davis Michaelsen is this morning's host and he's talking economy with his guests. Dr. Vince Malanga of LaSalle Economics shares his perspective on Russia's activity and how it's affecting the markets plus the Federal Reserve and its plans for 2022. Ed Eflmann of the American Bankers Association talks about agriculture's role in the overall banking industry plus lending demand and available funding. And Doug Hensley of Hertz Farm Management looks ahead to the 2022 land markets and where he sees this current bull run going.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – has his Pick of the Week and it's another scorcher in a red-hot secondary market. Dr. Ernie Goss is a professor of economics at Creighton University Heider College of Business. He joins us to discuss the strengths and challenges facing farmers in 2022. Rodney Wilson is Senior Biomedical Communications Specialist at the American Red Cross and he is asking for blood donations as the nation's blood supply has dropped to critically low levels.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney and Michelle Jones. Topics include President Biden's press conference on Wednesday, cold weather, market strategy, and details from USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack's appearance before the House Ag Committee.
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Don't miss this one. We begin with Randy Russell of The Russell Group who shares his perspective on how President Biden did in his press conference yesterday. Mark Mills is a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and he recently testified before the House Ag Committee on America's lack of preparedness for supporting electric vehicles. And Mike Steenhoek, executive director of the Soybean Transportation Coalition, talks about the start of the expansion project at Lock and Dam 25 on the Mississippi River.
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Chip Flory talks pork industry with Dr. Scott Brown of Mizzou then the conversation continues in The Farmer Forum with Randy Francois and Chad Leman.
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We're at Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky to celebrate Soybean Promotion Day. Davis Michaelsen has conversations with Fred Sipes, president of the Kentucky Soybean Association, and Keith Rogers, chief of staff at the Kentucky Department of Agriculture. Plus we meet Ellie McGowan, MSU student who shares her plans for the future, and Dr. Tony Brannon, dean of the Hutson School of Agriculture.
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It's Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and the markets are closed along with state and government offices. But we have a new show, including a conversation with Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – about his Pick of the Week and previewing upcoming auctions. Plus Dr. Emma Knowland, is a lead scientist in the development of NASA GMAO’s atmospheric composition forecast system, GEOS-CF. She talks about its findings and what they tell us about climate change.
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Time for this week's Friday Free-for-all with panelists Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney, and Mark Recker. Topics include fertilizer prices, the filibuster rules, civility/bi-partisanship in Washington, vaccine mandates and more.
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We hear from U.S. Senator Charles Grassley of Iowa about partisanship in Washington, the economy, and the status of some of the bills on the agenda. We meet new GENYOUth CEO Ann Marie Krautheim and get a review on what the dairy organization has been doing and hopes to accomplish. Joe Leifer is product manager – autonomy at Deere Co. and he shares details on the autonomous kit designed for Deere tractors which generated lots of buzz at the recent Consumer Electronics Show.
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Chris Edgington is the president of the National Corn Growers Association and he joins us to discuss the study by Texas A&M University released today on the economic situation of nitrogen prices on U.S. corn producers. Plus we have The Farmer Forum with Brad Nelson of Minnesota and Bob Hemesath of Iowa.
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Clinton Griffiths is this morning's guest host and he has a conversation with U.S. Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa about year 'round E-15, California's Prop 12, and EPA potentially restricting additional chemicals. Plus Dan Halstrom, president and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation, talks about recent news regarding India opening its doors to U.S. pork. And Pro Farmer's Brian Grete and Jim Wiesemeyer offer some insight into tomorrow's reports and ongoing policy developments.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – is sitting in for Chip Flory this morning and his guests are Mike Hedge, president and CEO of Birkey's Farm Stores, and Tim Meyer of the Steffes Group. Plus, Greg gives us his Pick of the Week and talks about some upcoming auctions.
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The Friday Free-for-all with Jim Wiesemeyer, Davis Michaelsen, and Chris Gibbs features discussion about the jobs numbers released today, supplies for farmers, and the anniversary of the riot in D.C.
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We're talking about the RFS today, including the EPA hearing early this week, with Emily Skor, CEO at Growth Energy, and Donnell Rehagen, CEO at the National Biodiesel Board.
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Professor Jim Mintert of Purdue joins us for the latest Ag Economic Barometer results plus The Farmer Forum features IA State Representative Chad Ingels and Nebraska farmer Randy Urmacher talking about the cold temperatures and the Biden administration's plan to lower beef prices.
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Phil Flynn, energy analyst of Price Futures Group, joins us to discuss the OPEC+ meeting today, the market reaction to it, the global supply and demand balance, and more. Davis Michaelsen had a conversation with Josh Linville of StoneX about European natural gas values, plus trends with phosphate and potash prices.
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Bharat Ramamurti, deputy director at the National Economic Council, joins us to explain the Biden administration's plan for more competitive and resilient meat and poultry supply chain. Congressman Rodney Davis (IL-13) talks about BBB and his priorities for 2022. And Machinery Pete gives us his Pick of the Week and talks about a very special episode of his television program.
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Happy New Year! Our last Friday Free-for-all of 2021 features Pro Farmer's Jim Wiesemeyer, our own Davis Michaelsen, and Iowa farmer Tim Burrack.
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Geoff Cooper, president and CEO at Renewable Fuels Association, talks about the 40th anniversary of RFA and the things there have been accomplished plus the work ahead. And Rich Posson of Critical Point Podcast joins us to share his optimistic outlook for the 2022 economy.
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Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete and policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer reflect on 2021 and the stories and people that stood out in the ag industry. The Farmer Forum features Ben Riensche of Iowa and Glen Newcomer of Ohio and they talk about the things they've learned from 2021 and plans for 2022.
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Jeff Tarsi is the senior vice president of retail for Nutrien Ag Solutions and he joins us to discuss the supply chain issues and the ability to maintain an inventory to meet demand. Ed Vallee of Empire Weather provides some outlook for South American weather plus some of what we can expect in the U.S.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – talks about his Pick of the Week which comes from the Machinery Pete auction that ended last week. Paul Neiffer – The Farm CPA from CliftonLarsenAllen – joins us to provide some guidance and clear up some confusion about various tax situations as 2021 comes to a close.
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Merry Christmas! It is of course Friday so that means it's time for the Friday Free-for-all and we have Pro Farmer's Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, and Iowa farmer Mark Recker to sift through the ag policy issues that made the news this week.
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We've heard the NCGA's position about fertilizer costs, now we have a conversation with Andy Jung, vice president, market & strategic analysis at The Mosaic Company about their position on the countervailing duties issue. Bob Noble, president of the Iowa Cattlemen's Association, joins us to discuss priorities for next year. And Tom Karst, editor in chief at Farm Journal's The Packer, talks about possible expectations for food inflation next year.
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We have an expanded conversation on various policy initiatives with Tom Sell, co-founder and manager of Combest, Sell & Associates. For this week's Farmer Forum we have Ken McCauley of Kansas and Kevin Ross of Iowa who discuss a wide variety of topics, including the NCGA and Mosaic and their thoughts on carbon farming.
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Two particularly insightful conversations with our guests this morning. First, Dr. Andy Randolph, technical fellow at ECR Engines, talks about more practical and effective ways to gauge emissions than the EPA's idea of tracking MPG. Then Jon Doggett, CEO at the National Corn Growers Association, discusses the pressing issue with Mosaic and the efforts to end fertilizer tariffs.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – talks about the auction that closes tomorrow on auctions.machinerypete.com plus he gives us his Pick of the Week. U.S. Representative Sam Graves shares his perspective on the blow that was dealt to the Build Back Better program, plus vaccine mandates and some of the things he's been working on. Pro Farmer's Jim Wiesemeyer talks about this morning's conversation with Fmr. Rep. Collin Peterson on the D.C. Signal to Noise podcast plus the new ruling regarding MPG standards in relation to lowering greenhouse gases.
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Shaun Haney of RealAg Radio is guest moderator of the Friday Free-for-all and panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer and Mark Recker of Iowa discuss a host of policy issues. Plus U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas calls in to report from his home state on visiting affected areas of the recent storm and he talks about the passing of Senator Bob Dole.
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Clinton Griffiths is this morning's guest host and first we get a first-hand account of initial damage caused by last night's severe winds that cut across much of the Midwest from John Jenkinson. Plus US Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg talks about plans to ease the trucking snarl by bringing in more candidates for CDLs plus he talks about implementation of the new infrastructure bill. Rob Fox, director of research at CoBank, discusses their recent projections for 2022. And Chip Flory has a conversation with IndigoAg’s Chris Harbourt about January 13th event called the Carbon Farming Connection.
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Administrator Isabel Guzman of the Small Business Administration joins us to explain SBA's relief efforts for those affected by the recent tornados, including the Presidential disaster declaration which opens up much needed loans for rebuilding. This is the full, unedited conversation.
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Daren Coppock is the president and CEO at the Agricultural Retailers Association and he has a conversation with today's guest host Margy Eckelkamp about sustainability, inputs supplies and prices, vaccine mandates, and infrastructure. Plus we have The Farmer Forum and this week we get perspectives from Casey Schumacher of Nebraksa and Chris Bass of Iowa.
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Ethan Lane, vice president of government affairs at NCBA, joins us to discuss House passage of authorization for livestock mandatory reporting (LMR) and Cattle Contract Library Act of 2021. U.S. Representative Cindy Axne (IA-03) talks about the Ocean Shipping Reform Act to help send filled containers back to trade partners and ease export snarls contributing to the supply chain issue. Finally, we meet BJ Johnson, co-founder and CEO of ClearFlame Engine Technologies and discuss fueling diesel engines with ethanol.
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Davis Michaelsen is guest host and it's a packed show. We begin with Greg Peterson's/Machinery Pete's Pick of the Week and more reports of record-breaking auction prices. Then we meet United Soybean Chair Ralph Lott. And finally we catch up with Farm Journal's Chris Bennett who previews some of his upcoming stories.
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This week's Friday Free-for-all features Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney, and Ohio farmer/RuralVoicesUSA's Chris Gibbs.
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Davis Michaelsen is guest host and he has conversations with Alan Morgan, CEO of the National Rural Health Association, Mike Whatley, vice president of state affairs and grassroots advocacy at the National Restaurant Association, and Iowa Agriculture Secretary Mike Naig.
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Jim Mintert, Professor of Agricultural Economics and Director, Center for Commercial Agriculture at Purdue University, joins us to review the latest Ag Economic Barometer. Plus it's time for The Farmer Forum and this week we have Howard "A.V." Roth of Wisconsin and Scott McGregor of Iowa.
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Guest host Clinton Griffiths discusses many issues affecting agriculture with U.S. Senator Charles Grassley, plus he shares a recent conversation he had with USDA Undersecretary Robert Bonnie (Farm Production and Conservation). And Jason Weller, president of Truterra, LLC joins us to discuss their carbon market program.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – sits in for Chip Flory this morning and give us his Pick of the Week, plus previews a few upcoming auctions, and has conversations with Tim Markham of Steffes Group and Kurt Miller of Heritage Tractor.
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It's time for the Friday Free-for-all and Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney join Chip and Davis for a roundtable discussion on topics including the Omicron variant, tidbits from the recent Milk Business Conference, and the EPA someday releasing the new RFS.
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At the Milk Business Conference in Las Vegas Chip Flory has a conversation with Roger Herrera of Ahlen Farms, including his story on getting involved in dairy farming and how he deals with various challenges running the operation. U.S. Representative Glenn "G.T." Thompson joins us to discuss EPA, WOTUS, BBB, and the dairy industry. Our coverage of Milk Business Conference continues with Aidan Connolly, CEO of Cainthus, who was a featured speaker at the conference discussing technology and artificial intelligence.
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John D. Porcari is the Port Envoy to the Biden-Harris Administration Supply Chain Disruptions Task Force. He joins us for a special edition AgriTalk to explain the current state of the supply chain situation, what has been done to ease the snarl at the ports, and what consumers can expect going forward.
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Ed Vallee of Empire Weather joins us to discuss South American weather and La Niña plus The Farmer Forum with Tim Recker of Iowa and Michelle Jones of Montana discuss inflation and inputs costs.
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Davis Michaelsen is guest host today and he has a conversation with Randy Dickhut, vice president of real estate operations at Farmers National Company about supply and demand land markets. Then he has a one-on-one conversation with Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture about supply chain issues in Canada. And finally Ted Matthews of farmcounseling.org joins us to preview his appearance at this year's Milk Business Conference.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – has been seeing the continuation of record auctions these past months and he has more to talk about today. Plus Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer joins us to discuss what Congress will be up to to close out the year.
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For this post-Thanksgiving show we have more insightful conversations with various people in the ag industry, including Anastasia Pavlovic of Agoro Carbon Alliance, Brett Kaysen of the Pork Checkoff, Dan Halstrom of USMEF, Caydee Savanelle of Syngenta, and Dr. Justin Welch from Merck Animal Health.
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Happy Thanksgiving! While Chip Flory was in Kansas City for the NAFB convention he recorded over 30 conversations with prominent figures in the ag industry. In this program you'll hear from Greg Anderson of the National Biodiesel Board, Brad Doyle of ASA, Nick Giordano of NPPC, and Jon Doggett of NCGA.
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U.S. Senator Jerry Moran joins us to discuss the re-appointment of Federal Reserve Chairman Powell, getting people to work in the face of the vaccine mandate, and the continuing supply chain situation. Then it's The Farmer Forum with Nebraskan Luke Lauritsen and Iowan Nick Ehlers who talk harvest and this Friday's football game.
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U.S. Senator Joni Ernst joins us to discuss EPA's decision to extend the biofuel blending deadlines under the RFS plus the situation with WOTUS. U.S. Senator Deb Fischer of Nebraska talks about several bills that has her name on them, including the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act and the Precision Agriculture Loan Act. USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack talks about the Build Back Better plan which recently passed the House and what it means for U.S. agriculture and the conservation movement.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – gives us his Pick of the Week, and previews some upcoming auctions including the auctions.machinerypete.com online auction which closes tomorrow. Geoff Cooper, president and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, joins us to discuss the Environmental Protection Agency's decision to delay the refinery compliance deadline.
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The House passed the Build Back Better bill this morning and it's headed to the Senate. The Friday Free-for-all panelists (Shaun Haney, Mark Recker, and Roger Bernard) discuss the bill and other issues affecting agriculture.
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Guest host Davis Michaelsen has conversations with Jeff Divan, director of agronomy at Sound Agriculture, about rising fertilizer prices and crop nutrition strategies, Arthur Erickson, CEO and co-founder of Hylio, about food shortages due to supply chain breakdowns and the need to grow more food locally with greater efficiency, and Charles Baron, co-founder of FBN, about a major FBN news announcement this morning.
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Farmer and businessman Casey Kimbrell shares his unique story about succession planning, including his thought process and execution to not only include family but loyal employees to participate in the next phase of his operation. We follow up with The Farmer Forum to get reaction from Caleb Hamer of Iowa and Quint Pottinger of Kentucky.
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Jordan Fife, ethanol trading manager at BioUrja, discusses the current situation with oil refiners taking a gamble by not following blending requirements and he addresses the misconception that not blending lowers gasoline prices. Andrew Bailey is Science and Technology Counsel at the National Pork Producers Council and he joins us to discuss the USDA re-visiting the line speeds issue. We have a conversation with Dr. Melissa Mitchum, nematologist at the University of Georgia, about soil health and different ways to combat SCN.
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Dan Halstrom is president and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation and he joins us to discuss the recent board of directors meeting and some of the plans the USMEF has going forward. Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – talks about his Pick of the Week, and it's a doozy, plus upcoming auctions, including his own online auction coming up next week.
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We've got the Friday Free-for-all with Jim Wiesemeyer and Shaun Haney with a lot to discuss. Plus it's the last week for the College Roadshow and we have Professor Scott Shearer of The Ohio State University to talk about technological developments that will affect future agriculture.
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Ethan Lane, vice president of government affairs at the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, is back for the second time this week and this time it's to discuss the recent announcement regarding the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act. Soybean & Corn Advisor's Dr. Michael Cordonnier joins us to discuss the South American crops and other topics related to crop production.
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This morning we have Paul Neiffer – The Farm CPA – of CliftonLarsenAllen join us plus it's The Farmer Forum with this week's panelists Jay Myers of North Dakota and Don Lamb of Indiana.
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Chuck Conner, president of the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives and former USDA Deputy Secretary, joins us to discuss the vaccination mandate and its enforcement through OSHA. Kip Eideberg is the senior vice president of government and industry relations at the Association for Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) and he joins us to discuss the infrastructure bill and the recent relaxation of steel and aluminum tariffs. There was breaking news this morning concerning the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act and joining us to discuss it is Matt Deppe, CEO of the Iowa Cattlemen's Association.
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U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Don Graves joins us for this special edition of AgriTalk to discuss the recently passed infrastructure bill and benefits for rural America including better roads, bridges, and broadband internet.
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Today Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to discuss some amazing things going on in the auction market. Ethan Lane, vice president of government affairs at the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, talks about the infrastructure bill(s).
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The Friday Free-for-all with Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney and Davis Michealsen includes watching the infrastructure bill(s) voting possibilities and many other topics. Plus College Roadshow is at University of Nebraska this week and we meet Dr. Joe Luck who talks about some fascinating future technology for ag.
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Randy Russell of The Russell Group shares his perspective on the elections this past Tuesday and what they might mean for the midterms a year from now. Dr. Vince Malanga of LaSalle Economics talks about the recent FOMC meeting plus how he thinks the various economic issues like inflation will play out going forward through next year. Dr. Dianna Bagnall of the Soil Health Institute joins us to explain the U.S. Regenerative Cotton Fund and developing carbon markets.
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Dr. Michael Langemeier is the associate director of the Center for Commercial Agriculture and professor at the Department of Agricultural Economics at Purdue University. He joins us to discuss the latest Ag Economic Barometer. Then we have the Farmer Forum with Rock Katschnig of Illinois and Bob Hemesath of Iowa.
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Ken Erickson is senior vice president at IHS Markit and he talks about the on-going supply chain issues, especially related to ships carrying containers and what's being done to rectify the situation. Doug Hensley is president of Hertz Farm Management and he shares some information about land values.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – gives us his Pick of the Week and previews other auctions. Dr. Ray Massey is an Extension Professor of agricultural and applied economics at University of Missouri and he joins us to discuss PRF and other crop insurance programs.
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What a week! Our Friday Free-for-all panel discusses some of the biggest stories, including the newest Build Back Better program. U.S. Representative Cindy Axne talks about some important things for ag in the bill, including $1 billion for biofuels. Plus, College Roadshow is at Michigan State University this week and we meet Professor Trey Rogers who talks about MSU's enviable turf program which is used to keep the grass field in their football stadium nice and thick.
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USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack joins us to discuss the updated Build Back Better framework and what it means for U.S. agriculture, including money invested for biofuels and conservation.
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Welcome to a "Day of Ethanol" on AgriTalk featuring guests Emily Skor, CEO of Growth Energy, and Geoff Cooper, president and CEO of Renewable Fuels Association, and Mark Palmer, Director of Renewable Fuels at the National Corn Growers Association. Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and Mark Recker, Ethanol Action Team chair at NCGA, also participate in the conversations.
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U.S. Representative Cheri Bustos joins us to discuss her Next General Fuels Act plus the benefits of ethanol including running cleaner in engines for the environment. Plus this week Farmer Forum has former NCGA presidents Ken McCauley and Kevin Ross.
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Mike Whatley is vice president of state and local affairs at the National Restaurant Association and he joins us to discuss how the challenges to restaurants following the pandemic have changed since public places have been opening up. Rob Fox is the director of the Knowledge Exchange Division at CoBank. He talks about the impact of supply disruptions on the ag economy.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – gives us his Pick of the Week, previews some upcoming auctions, and shares some auction company news. Then we get a fascinating perspective on various market and economy factors from Critical Point podcast's Rich Posson.
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Guest host Davis Michaelsen moderates the Friday Free-for-all with panelists Jim Wiesemeyer of Pro Farmer, Shaun Haney of RealAgriculture, and Iowa farmer Mark Recker. Plus College Roadshow is at Purdue University this week, and we have a conversation with Glenn W. Sample Dean of Agriculture Karen Plaut, PhD.
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Tanner Beymer is the director of government affairs and market regulatory policy at NCBA and he joins us to discuss the Cattle Contract Library Act as the House Ag Committee has a meeting about it. And Soy Transportation Coalition executive director Mike Steenhoek updates us on the situation with the supply chain snags that have stifled delivery of products in the U.S. and around the world.
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The theme of this morning's show is The Four 'R's. Plus Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig joins us to discuss the Choose Iowa Marketing and Promotion Grant Program plus what he hopes to hear from USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack during his visit to Iowa today. And we have an interesting Farmer Forum with Kevin Paap of Minnesota and Tim Recker of Iowa who share both their harvest progress and perspectives on current ag issues.
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In this special edition of AgriTalk we have a conversation with Mr. Bharat Ramamurti, deputy director of the National Economic Council, about today's FDA's proposed rule to establish a new category of over the counter hearing aids. It is no secret to farmers that hearing health is a challenge and this new rule is designed to help those with moderate hearing loss to easily get hearing aids and not spend thousands of dollars for them. We also briefly discuss White House efforts to curb unfair prices related to the meat industry.
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Monte Shaw, executive director at Iowa Renewable Fuels Association, joins us to discuss the facts about ethanol and how it can significantly lower gasoline prices. U.S. Representative Sam Graves (MO-06) joins talks about the infrastructure bill(s) and where things stand with WOTUS. And we discuss dairy farmer Derrick Josi's book titled An Industry Worth Fighting For.
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U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley shares his perspective on the various issues currently debated in Washington D.C. plus Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to discuss his Pick of the Week plus additional auction news.
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Another Friday, another Friday Free-for-all with Jim Wiesemeyer, Shaun Haney and Davis Michaelsen. We discuss debt ceiling, House ag committee hearing on beef industry, the shipping/supply line issue, land values and more.
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We have a conversation with Dr. David Anderson, Professor and Extension Economist at Texas A&M, about the just-released 180-page report called “The U.S. Beef Supply Chain: Issues and Challenges.” We discuss some of the perspectives and conclusions from a variety of topics related to the cattle and beef industry.Plus Todd Hertzog of Hertzog Meat Company and Mo-Kan Livestock shares his experiences and challenges of running two business that are seemingly related but also very different.
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This is the un-edited conversation with Dr. David Anderson, Professor and Extension Economist at Texas A&M, about the just-released 180-page report called “The U.S. Beef Supply Chain: Issues and Challenges.” We discuss some of the perspectives and conclusions from a variety of topics related to the cattle and beef industry.
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Dr. Jim Mintert, professor of Agricultural Economics the director of the Center for Commercial Agriculture at Purdue joins us to discuss the newest Ag Ecomonic Barometer results. Plus it's The Farmer Forum with this week's participants Jed Bower of Ohio and Matt Splitter of Kansas.
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We get an update on land values from Alan Hoskins, president of American Farm Mortgage. Then we meet new National Corn Growers Association president Chris Edgington of NE Iowa. And Dr. Baia Lasky of the American Red Cross discusses the critical need for blood donations in rural America.
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Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – joins us to pay tribute to Brice Volker who recently passed away, provide his take on the recent ransomware attack in the industry, and talk about recent and upcoming auctions. National Pork Producers Council President-elect Terry Wolters joins us to discuss the $500 mill from USDA to help in the fight to prevent ASF from coming into the U.S. plus what he's heard about the possible ASF vaccine.
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October begins on AgriTalk with a Friday Free-for-all with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney, and "The Farm CPA" Paul Neiffer of CliftonLarsenAllen.
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