Livestock Report: Recent Episodes
Illinois Farm Bureau
Rita Frazer and the RFD Radio network provide a daily update on the Livestock Industry as a vital part of the state's agriculture sector.
Jake Fidler, owner of Fairview Sale Barn, joins the program to discuss the cost of cattle.
Chase Brown, Macon County farmer, talks about how livestock is a part of his family farm.
Jonathon Ruzich, Owner of Longhorn Cattle and Swine Confinement in Pike County, discusses 2026 in livestock building construction.
Sherrard FFA President Levi Schurr proomotes a Livestock Fitting Clinic coming up later this month.
From Commodity Classic: Austin Knight, AgSpire on their Grass is Greener program for perennial seeding.
Bond County farmer Scott Gaffner is now the first farmer to serve on U.S. Soybean Export Council Executive Council Exec Board, World Initiative for Soy in Human Health Exec Board, & U.S. Poultry & Egg Export Council Exec. Board. Gaffner spoke with RFD Radio Network’s Rita Frazer about his work to help sell soybeans & livestock around the world.
Bill Deutsch Dairy Industry Service Award winner talks about his life as a dairy farmer and giving back to the industry he loves
Evan Schuette, Schuette Signature Beef shares the business of supplying a local steak house with beef.
Continued conversation with U of I Extension Beef Specialist Travis Meteer on pasture agreements.
In today's report, Rita talks with Jerry Knebel of Madison County about bringing robotic milkers to their family dairy.
In today's report, Rita talks with Jerry Knebel on his Circle K Dairy Farm in Madison County.
In today's report, Rita talks with Dave Lidy about the Holly's Mountain ministry that has reached thousands of people both inside and outside of the agriculture family.
In today's report, Rita talks with Dave Lidy Dairy & Beef Specialist at FS Total Livestock Services for a fall feed update.
In today's report Rita talks with Bill Luckey with the National Pork Board. Luckey gives more details on the 2025 launch of the Consumer Connect program that will reach key pork customers across the country.
In today's report, Rita talks with Nebraska pig farmer Bill Luckey about his work with the National Pork Board and the 2025 launch of Consumer Connect.
In today's report, Rita talks with Dan Halstrom President and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation about the good demand around the world for U.S. pork and beef.
USMEF's Dan Halstrom on the outlook for the global demand of livestock products post election.
Final in the series of discussions with the Heather Hill & Bob Ruth past presidents of the National Pork Board, as they lay out the plans for 2025 to market to a new customer base to grow pork demand.
In today’s report, Rita continues a conversation with two past presidents of the National Pork Board about the 2025 plans for NPB to working on growing demand for pork and growing a younger & more diverse customer base for U.S. pork.
In today's report, Rita talks with Bob Ruth & Heather Hill with the National Pork Board as they share plans to build pork demand in 2025.
In today's report, Rita talks with WWII Veteran Kenneth Megginson of Morgan County about his time in the service and memories of the war.
In today's report DeLoss Jahnke shares his conversation with Matt Kilgus at Kilgus Farmstead about their planned expansion.
In today's report, Rita talks with Jason Webster at Precision Planting for an update on his livestock field research at the PTI Farm in Pontiac.
In today's report, Rita talks with Thad Tharp with the Illinois Beef Association Checkoff Division about the Beef Quality Showcase.
In today's report, Rita talks with Tasha Bunting Director of Commodity Programs and Food Systems about the updated USDA EID electronic identification rules for cattle that take effect this month.
In today's report, Rita talks with Justin Lewis for more details on the opportunities for farmers in the livestock industry in Illinois.
In today's report, Rita talks with Justin Lewis Business Developer for the Illinois Livestock Development Group for an update on new or expanding livestock farms in the state this year.
In today's report, Rita talks with Tasha Bunting Illinois Farm Bureau Director of Commodities & Farm Systems about the new EID rules for cattle, fall migration of birds, and help for producers with fall calves who may battle with black vultures.
In today's report, Rita talks with the VP of the Illinois Pork Producers Association Josh Machhoff about the programs going on this month and the spotlight on October Pork Month.
In today's report, Rita talks with Josh Maschhoff Vice President of the Illinois Pork Producers as he spotlights October Pork Month & shares his thoughts about the future of the pig business.
In today's report DeLoss Jahnke shares his conversation with Tom Eickman of Eickman Processing about preparing hams for the holidays.
In today's report Rita talks with Illinois pig farmer Katie Brown about her family farm and her work on the board of the Illinois Pork Producers Association.
In today's report, Rita talks with Alaina Dinderman of Orangeville about her success at World Dairy Expo and her road to the National FFA Convention in Indy this week as a Top Four Proficiency Finalist in Dairy Entrepreneurship.
In today's report, Rita talks with Dereke Dunkirk in Morrisonville for an update on Illinois livestock business as Chairman of the Illinois Livestock Development Group and October Pork Month programs from Illinois Pork Producers Association.
In today's report, Rita talks with Logan Karcher Grazing Coordinator with the Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition about the USDA Grant awarded to IGLC in August for the advancement of grazing lands conservation.
In today's report, Rita talks with Cheryl Walsh President of the Illinois Pork Producers as she spotlights October Pork Month.
In today's report, Rita talks with Logan Karcher with the Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition about fall and winter events for IGLC.
In today's report, Rita talks with Josh Maschhoff Vice President of the Illinois Pork Producers talks about his life in the pig business as we celebrate October Pork Month!
In today's report Rita talks with Bond County dairy farmer Frank Doll, President of Prairie Farms Dairy about the growth happening for the dairy cooperative.
In today's report Rita talks with Prairie Farms leadership about the new farmer incentive program being rolled out this month. Guests include Bond County dairy farmer Frank Doll, President of Prairie Farms board of directors and Matt McClelland, VP and CEO Prairie Farms Dairy.
In today's report Rita talks with Jennifer Tirey about the great things happening at the Illinois Pork Producers and the October Pork Month promotions.
In today's report, Rita talks with Josh St. Peters Executive VP Illinois Beef Association about the Illinois Beef Quality Showcase.
In today's report, Rita talks with Josh St. Peters at the Illinois Beef Association about the EID Electronic Identification requirements & 840 tags available to producers through the Illinois Department of Agriculture.
In today's report, Rita talks with Kelly O'Connor of Kankakee County as she was named an All-American at World Dairy Expo this week in Madison, Wisconsin. O'Connor was a part of the Illinois 4-H Dairy Judging team that competed this year and she placed 24th overall in Jerseys.
In today's report, more results from World Dairy Expo as Rita talks with Rod Stoll who served as an announcer and an assistant superintendent at the show in Madison this week.
In today's report, Rita talks with Rod Stoll who served as announcer and a World Dairy Expo Assistant Superintendent this week in Madison, Wisconsin.
In today's report, Rita talks with Christian Lovell of the Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition about the mission of the IGLC and opportunities for farmers.
In today's report, Rita talks with Alaina Dinderman of Stephenson. Dinderman achieved great success this summer at the Illinois State Fair and will be showing next week at the World Dairy Expo in Madison.
In today's report, Rita talks with Tim Thompson Vice Chair of the Illinois Corn Marketing Board about key partnerships and corn checkoff investments for the livestock industry.
In today's report, Rita talks with Alex & Dustin Hartke in Effingham County about their third-generation farm and the benefits of raising grain & livestock in Illinois.
In today's RFD Livestock Report, Rita talks with Dr. Teresa Steckler U of I Beef Extension Educator for an update on the Asian Longhorned Tick.
In today's RFD Livestock Report, Rita talks with Malcolm & Susan Head of Blue Mound about their cattle and grain farm and the four generations of their family that love the land & livestock.
In today's report Rita talks with Dr. Teresa Steckler, U of I beef extension specialist, for an update on the Asian longhorned tick and Steckler offers advice for farmers working with cattle on pasture.
Mike Borgic with the Illinois Pork Producers talks with Rita about the Rollover Training coming up next month in Monmouth.
Taylor Jakobs loved the opportunity to attend the Illinois Beef Association annual meeting this summer with her dad, Nick. Taylor and Nick spoke with RFD Radio's Rita Frazer about life on their Whiteside County farm and about Taylor's dream of opening a restaurant and being able to serve beef from Jakobs Brothers Farms.
Third year veterinary student Justin Huff promotes University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine open house on Sunday, October 6.
In today's RFD Livestock Report, DeLoss Jahnke shares his interview with Toni Dunker @ Advanced Trading in Quincy as they talk livestock markets and 2024 farm economics.
In today's report Rita talks with Rachel Brown, licensed professional counselor, about how to manage anger while doing stressful jobs around the farm.
In today's report Rita talks with Jennifer Tirey, Executive Director of the Illinois Pork Producers, as Jennifer guides her farmer leaders in Washington D.C. this week. IPPA is a part of a larger coalition of national groups representing the nations pig farmers, pushing for a farm bill and a possible resolution to Californias's Prop 12.
Part two today with Mike Hamilton of Madison County, as he shares the story of how he and his wife Julie got started in the Black Hereford cattle business..
In today's report, Rita talks with Mike Hamilton, of Madison County, about this year’s hay crop and his expectations for their weekly hay auctions that begin later this fall. Hamilton also talks about his Black Hereford cattle and the growing interest in that breed.
On today's RFD Livestock Report, RFD's Rita Frazer talks with the Illinois Beef Association about upcoming meetings. Annie Schoetmer, Programs & Services Manager at the IBA, explains the details of the Cattlemen Connect Education Series.
Travis Meteer, U of I beef extension specialist, talks about the upcoming Orr Research Beef Field Day. The event is set for September 11.
Eric Hodel, Woodford Co. farmer, talks about growing up on his family livestock farm and the sheep project that passed on through 4-H.
Lauren Wolter of Clinton County, President Illinois 4-H Livestock Ambassador and Miss American Angus talks about the State Fairs in Illinois and the livestock connection. Plus Jr. Heifer Show results from Du Quoin State Fair.
Liam Steward of Taylorville, talks about his success at this year’s Illinois State Fair in Springfield and being named Herdsman of the Year for the Limousin Show.
Part 2- The hoof trimmer- Nick Pingsterhaus of Clinton County, talks about the importance of animal care and the gifts of working in the livestock industry in Illinois.
Part 1-Nick Pingsterhaus of Clinton County, working as a hoof trimmer in the dairy industry.
Thad Tharp of Warren Co. Chair of the Illinois Beef Checkoff Division, talks about the Illinois Beef Quality Showcase
Thad Tharp of Warren Co. Chair of the Illinois Beef Checkoff Division, talks about the Illinois Beef Quality Showcase.
Making it to the Coliseum” Cole Knittel of McClean County talks about his first time in the Parade of Champions at the Illinois State Fair.
Molly and Maggie McCalla Part two- Despite health challenges the family pushes on to be an active part of the ag community and serve as mentors for others.
Maggie & Molly McCalla of Madison County talk about being a part of the ag community and working through health issues and keeping an attitude of gratitude.
Alaina Dinderman of Stephenson County from the Junior Dairy Show at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield as she was named Supreme Champion Showman. Dinderman talks about her success in the ring this year, her work on the family dairy and her plans for college and career.
We hear from the Riley Family of Grundy County. Their son, Chace, exhibited the Grand Champion Land of Lincoln Steer at the Illinois State Fair. The steer was sold for a record $65,000 in the Governor's Sale of Champions.
Barrett Carlyle of Texas, served as this year’s Illinois State Fair Junior Sheep Show Judge, and talked with RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer about the quality sheep exhibited in Springfield this year.
Illinois State Fair Junior Livestock Grand Champion results and a one on one with Olivia Shike of Champaign the exhibitor of Grand Champion Barrow & Grand Champion Land of Lincoln Barrow.
Jaiden Mahler of Kendall County, Illinois State Fair Grand Champion Overall Master Showman.
Jerry Mollett Bond County Fair, reports on the success of the Bond County 4-H Livestock Auction.
Tasha Bunting, Illinois Farm Bureau Director of Commodity Programs and Food Systems, talks about her memories of the Illinois State Fair and the week ahead of livestock farm families in Illinois in Springfield.
Jill Brokaw, Illinois farmer, talks about her position as Sustainability Coordinator for the National Pork Board and the latest numbers in a Pork Cares Impact Study.
Devin Bollman, Illinois Beef Association, talks about the upcoming Illinois State Fair and IBA Activiites
Austin Bertolino of Montogomery County reflects on his years raising and showing livestock at county fairs and talks about his family’s success in the ring over the years. Spotlighting county fairs going on this week in Illinois, including the Bond County Fair in Greenville.
Devin Bollman Illinois Beef Association, talks IBA events and activities at the upcoming Illinois State Fair in Springfield.
Bobby Dowson Illinois Department of Agriculture Marketing, talks about hosting last week’s Mexico Cattle Buyers Mission to Illinois.
Claire Dorsey of Madison County, talks about taking home a big win from last week’s American Junior Simmental National Classic in Tulsa, and the road she traveled with her heifer, DAT.
The Dorsey family of Madison County talks about the years of hard work on the farm and in the show ring, yielding success for the family and the farm.
Part two- Katie Weitekamp Brown of Montgomery County- Illinois pig farmer, Secretary of the Illinois Pork Producers.
Spotlight on Another one to watch in Illinois Ag- Katie Weitekamp Brown, Montgomery County farmer, Illinois Pork Producers Secretary, and most recently, Katie and her husband Ethan were awarded the 2024 Young Leader Achievement winner for Illinois.
The History of the Heart of Illinois Fair and the Butterfly Porkchop with Buddy Courdt, Raber Packing.
At the Rock Island County Fair, Eric Yoder talks about his roots in 4-H and his involvement with the county fair.
Beef Producer, Karen Lyman of Henry County, was named the Association of Illinois Soil & Water Conservation Districts, Conservation Woman of the Year. Lyman talks about her life and career on the farm and her devotion to conservation.
Lee Rincker of Shelby County swine judge at the DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt County 4-H Show
Sounds from the Fair. Brett Young of Clinton celebrates his last year showing livestock as a 4-Her at the DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt 4-H show.
Tyler Main of Knox County Pork Producers on staffing the pork stand at the Knox County Fair.
Dr. Mark Ernst, state veterinarian IDOA, has the details of the IDOA announcement this week on the changes in exhibition requirements for dairy cattle.
Logan Karcher, Grazing Lands Coalition, talks about a pasture walk coming up next week and the success of intense management in Illinois pastures.
Southern Illinois Beef Producer Logan Karcher, on his work withe the Southern Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition.
Illinois Farm Family Food Markets Commodity Corn Soybean Beef Poultry Pork Agriculture News Policy Weather Crops Production Issues Horticulture Dairy
Eric Mittenenthal, President, National Hot Dog & Sausage Council. Hot dogs are having a moment here in the summer of 2024!
Jake Perino, Whiteside County cattle farmer, talks about this past year on their farm. Including an update on a rebuild of their cattle barn and a thank you cook-out for neighbors and friends who came to help in an hour of need.
More with Illinois Dairy Farmer Darcy Ertmer of Jo Daviess County. She talks about the robotic system installed on their family farm.
Illinois dairy farmer Darcy Ertmer of Jo Daviess County talks about her family and life on the dairy farm.
Travis Meteer, University of Illinois Beef Extension Specialist, talks about summer pasture conditions and management options.
Sounds from the Illinois county fair season- Tyler, Sam & Ian Musgrave spoke with RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer from the Western Illinois Fair in Griggsville last week.
Miss American Angus, Lauren Wolter of Clinton county, talks about the angus industry and representing agriculture.
Whiteside County livestock producer Nick Jacobs with his daughter Taylor at the Illinois Beef Association annual meeting.
Jake Perino of Whitside County serves on the Illinois Beef Association Board of Governors.
Amanda Maiers of Adams County, interviews her brother, Trevor, and her father, Tim , at the Illinois Beef Association Annual Meeting yesterday in Springfield. The Maiers family was recognized as the Commercial Producer of the Year for their work with MAC Cattle Co. in Payson, IL.
Tasha Bunting, Director of Commodity Programs, Illinois Farm Bureau talks about the distribution of PPE to Dairy Farm workers to prevent the spread of Avian Influenza.
Part two with Dr. Mark Ernst, State Veterinary Illinois Department of Ag, gives an update on Bid Flu for the livestock industry. To date no cases have been identified in Illinois dairy herds and concern for human H5N1 exposure is still a very low, Dr. Ernst still stresses caution and good biosecurity measures for all producers.
Dr. Mark Ernst, State Vet Illinois Department of Ag, with an update on Bird Flu in the U.S., the latest impacts on the poultry industry and the continued surveillance of bird flu/H5N1 in dairy herds across the country.
Dr. Teresa Steckler U of I Extension Educator-Beef Specialist with an update on Asian Longhorn Ticks and the need for cattle care and pasture management
Bobby Dowson, International Marketing Representative for the Illinois Department of Ag, talks about a recent trip to Australia to promote U.S. & Illinois genetics and about three decades of work marketing Illinois ag and food productions around the world.
Dave Lidy Total Livestock Services, talks about the Holly’s Mountain Memorial Scholarship program, the 2024 recipients and the continuing ministry of Holly’s Mountain.
We learn about the USLGE, US Livestock Genetic Export program with Illinois Department of Ag's Bobby Dowson.
Dan Holstrom USMEF President and CEO, on the power of the consumer and their continued demand for beef.
Dave Duzan, President of the Illinois Beef Association reflects on his first year of service.
Dave Duzan, Illinois beef producer and the President of the Illinois Beef Association talks about spring conditions on the farm and market price
May is Beef Month-spotlight on beef producers- Lou Lamoreux Carroll County grain & livestock farmer.
Devin Bollman, Illinois Beef Association, talks about the upcoming Illinois Beef Association summer conference & the 2024 scholarship program.
Tasha Bunting, IFB Director of Commodity Programs & Food Systems, talks about the latest with H5N1& dairy cattle.
Part two with Travis Meteer, University of Illinois Beef Extension Specialist reports from the country on pasture conditions, intensive grazing and U of I research.
Travis Meteer, U of I Beef Extension Specialist, talks about pasture conditions and best management practices for grazing.
Dr. Teresa Steckler University of Illinois Educator & Beef Extension Specialist talks about the Asian longhorned tick confirmation in Illinois and the threat it brings for livestock.
Dr. Mark Ernst, IDOA State Veterinarian on the monitoring H5N1 influenza in dairy cattle and the new requirements that went to effect yesterday, April 29, that mandates testing of for interstate movement of dairy cattle as well as mandatory reporting of positive results to limit the spread of the disease.
Taylorville’s Lizzie Schafer talked with RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer at the Women Changing the Face of Agriculture at Joliet Junior College on Friday about the lessons learned in FFA and the opportunity open to young people in the livestock industry.
Part 2 with Alan Bjerga National Milk Federation-talking through the USDA announcement this week that will mandate testing of dairy cattle prior to interstate movement , to protect livestock from the further spread of HPAI in the dairy herd.
Alan Bjerga, National Milk Producer Federation, with the latest on HPAI in the dairy industry, along with information on USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service announcement made yesterday that would require mandatory testing for interstate movement of dairy cattle in the U.S.
Jill Brokaw, Sustainability Coordinator National Pork Board, talks about environmental successes for the pork industry on Earth Day 2024.
Amanda Radke, farmer, and beef ambassador with an Earth Day message for cattle producers
April is a special month for the Martin family in Clinton, celebrating the anniversary of Martin Auction Service (76 years) in 2024. Larry Martin and is daughter Lucy Martin Nord talk about the family connection to hard work, farm, family & livestock.
Jennifer Tirey, Exec. Director Illinois Pork Producers, talks about the spring fly-in to Washington D.C for the pork industry, talking about a federal solution to Prop 12, TN Visa support and trade. Tirey also worked at the state capitol this week to get Illinois Bacon Day on the books for May 1, 2024.
Dr. Jim Lowe details the research being done to find answers on the impact of bird flu on dairy cows
Dr. Jim Lowe with the latest updates on bird flu in dairy herds and information on research going on to help find answers for the rest of the livestock industry.
Dairy farmer, Lorilee Schultz of Orangeville, talks about her Grandmother Kaye Miller & her impact on their family and their dairy. Miller passed away Saturday at the age of 89. Schultz also works to recognize the contributions of female dairy farmers and encourages more women to become involved in ag leadership.
More with Dr. Jim Lowe, University of Illinois professor. He talks with RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer for an update on bird flu in dairy herds.
Dr. Jim Lowe, University of Illinois professor, reports on the latest with Avian flu in U.S. Dairy herds as he travels to Ohio to gather samples from one of the most recent infected herds.
Dr. Jim Lowe, University of Illinois Professor, and Infectious Disease expert talks about the latest movement of bird flu.
Tasha Bunting, Illinois Farm Bureau Director of Commodity Programs & Food Systems, talks about the details of the Avian Flu detection in U.S. dairy herds.
Dr. Steve Meyer, Ever Ag, talks more about the U.S. pig business. Meyer talks herd health, this weeks Hogs & Pigs Report and factors that could change the price outlook later this year.
Dr. Steve Meyer Ever Ag, talks about the spring pig markets and potential impact from Tyson’s recent plant closure announcement.
Jennifer Tirey, Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers, talked with RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer about a special fly-in to DC this week. Tirey along with her pork producer leaders, traveled to Washington and were able to talk with legislators about the potential impact of Prop 12 on the industry, and made another push for assistance in a farm bill moved this spring.
Part 2 with an Illinois farmer taking donations to Texas to help farmers there who suffered from the wildfires in February. Montgomery County farmer, Dominic Ruppert talks with RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer about why he wants to help ranchers several states away this spring.
Part 1 with an Illinois farmer taking donations to Texas to help farmers there who suffered from the wildfires in February. Montgomery County farmer, Dominic Ruppert talks with RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer about why he wants to help ranchers several states away this spring.
Devin Bollman, Communications & Membership Manager, Illinois Beef Association talks about the Illinois Junior Beef Association Points Show Program for 2024.
Lana Shovlin, Illinois Pork Producers talks about the on-line pork merchandise store and the Illinois Pork Scholarships now available through the IPPA.
Suzi Steber with Borgic Farms talks about her role in the company as she handles HR for the 73 employees.
Tyler Musgrave, Musgrave Angus of Pike County talks about their farm success and their upcoming production sale.
Jenna Siegel Meteer is a farmer and a now a cookbook author, and her first cookbook features farm & field friendly recipes. The book is set to be released April 1.
Jenna Siegel Meteer about her cookbook coming out April 1 for farmers and ranchers. Meteer explains how the idea for the book came to life and her connection to family recipes and tradition.
Trevor Tolan, VP of the Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition, talks about the upcoming Grazing Conference
Christian Lovell with the Grazing Lands Coalition talks about the upcoming Grazing Conference in Springfield March 12 and 13.
Illinois Livestock Development Group Business Development Mangager Justin Lewis on the opportunites available to Livestock Producers
David Williams, Purina tells us about his background and challenges of his Southern IL territory.
More with Tyler Musgrave, Musgrave Angus of Pike County talks about their farm success and their upcoming production sale.
Tyler Musgrave, Musgrave Angus of Pike County talks about their farm success and their upcoming production sale.
Tasha Bunting, Illinois Farm Bureau summarizes the Dairy Margin Coverage program that was released by the USDA.
Rita Frazer highlights the Livestock Judging contest held at the Illinois Beef Expo. We hear from Blackhawk East coach Blake Bloomberg and the Tri City FFA Advisor Catelyn Agans.
Travis Meteer, Illinois Extension Beef Specialist, recaps the Performance Tested Bull Sale.
The story of Katie Brown, Illinois pig farmer, Secretary of the Illinois Pork Producers Association-Part 3 Today, Katie talks about working through the labor issues facing the industry and how serving on the IPPA board is an important part of working for the future.
Travis Meteer U of I Beef Extension Specialist, Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale Manager, previews the IPT Bull Sale tomorrow as the kickoff event at the Illinois Beef Expo
Part two-Mid-Illinois pig farmer, Katie Brown. Katie talks about her education, career path and the summer of 2014 as she went from being a Weitekamp to a Brown.
Illinois pig farmer, Katie Brown, talks about growing up on her family farm and coming home to farm.
More conversation with Western Illinois cattlemen Trevor Toland, Vice President of the Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition. Toland talked with RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer about his farm and successful succession plan.
Trevor Toland, VP Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition, talks about the groups work in the state and the upcoming Grazing Conference in Springfield.
Part two Christian Lovell, Executive Director Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition talks about their upcoming Grazing Conference in Springfield March 12-13.
Christian Lovell, Executive Director Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition, talks about his cattle herd in western Illinois and his connection to his home farm.
Brent Pollard, Winnebago County dairy farmer, IAA Director & IMPA leader, talked about the dairy industry at the Illinois Dairy Summit last week in Freeport.
More with Lorilee Schultz, Stephenson County dairy farmer talks about her life as a young dairy farmer and managing family & farm.
Lorilee Schultz, Stephenson County dairy farmer talks about her life as a young dairy farmer and managing family & farm.
Jill Brokaw, retiring board director from the Illinois Pork Producers Association, reflects on her service.
Joe Schuele, USMEF, U.S. Meat Export Federation talks about beef exports & the new RAP, Regional Ag Promotion program from USDA.
Cheryl Walsh, Pork Producer from Peoria County, the newly elected President of the Illinois Pork Producers Association.
The Illinois Pork Expo and IPPA annual meeting underway today at the BOS Center, and Chad Leman ends his year as President of the Illinois Pork Producers. Leman talks about the year and his hopes for the future.
Dr. David Newman VP Market, National Pork Board talks about working to promote pork around the world. Newman says taste & flavor are still #1 for pork customers.
Dr. David Newman VP Market Growth for the National Pork Board talk about his work with the pork check-off program and promoting product around the country and the world. Newman will be a keynote next week at the Illinois Pork Expo in Springfield.
Welcome to the meltdown and the mud for cattle farmers in Illinois. Travis Meteer U of I Beef Extension Specialist.
Minnesota dairy farmer, Dave Brutcher talked with DeLoss Jahnke on the CommStock Brazil Farmland Tour after a visit to the 34th largest dairy in Brazil.
Part two Dr. David Newman, Sr VP of Market Growth National Pork Board, talk about the focus to market pork around the country. Newman will be talking to Illinois farmers at the Illinois Pork Expo next week in Springfield.
David Newman, Sr. VP of Market Growth with the National Pork Board, talks about the work being done to market pork during the extremely challenging times for pig farmers across the country. Newman will be a keynote speaker next week in Springfield at the Illinois Pork Expo.
Natalie Evans the newly crowned Miss Illinois County Fair Queen talks about the role livestock plays in her life.
Elsie Nord of Clinton talks about the work that went into receiving her American FFA Degree.
Part two with Chad Leman. He talks about his year as President of the Illinois Pork Producers and the upcoming Illinois Pork Expo and Annual IPA Meeting.
Chad Leman, President of the Illinois Pork Producers, talks about the livestock farming 365 days a year, including in freezing below zero conditions.
Tony Graves, Illinois Milk Producers Association representative on the Illinois Livestock Development Group, talks with Rita Frazer about his invovlement and updates us on his farm.
Illinois Beef Association update. Devin Bollman talks about opportunity for members through youth scholarships, membership renewal and cattle events this winter.
IFB President Brian Duncan talks labor, specifically how it impact the livestock industry.
Illinois Farm Bureau President Brian Duncan talks about California’s Prop 12 taking full effect on January 1, and the concern across the country about implications on the pig business and all of agriculture
Mike Love, Morgan Meat Market and the IAMP President, on bringing value to local customers when prices fluxate rapidly.
We revisit a conversation with Illinois Youth, meeting Owen Pree the Exhibitor of the Champion Meat Pen at the Illinois State Fair. Also meet his brother Sam that helped with this success.
More with IFB's Rodney Knittel who talks about getting youth involved in sheep projects.
Illinois Farm Bureau's Rodney Knittel talks about his family's sheep breeding business.
More with Elsie Nord of the the Clinton FFA Chapter. She talks about the work ethic that went into recieving the American FFA Degree.
A best of segment from this year's Farm Progress Show where state FFA officer Ben Bremmer interviews then Illinois Farm Bureau Vice President Brian Duncan. Duncan would eventually be elected IFB President.
Part two with Justin Lewis the new Business Developer Illinois Livestock Development Group
We meet Justin Lewis, the new business developer for the Illinois Livestock Development Group.
Final segment with Robert Miller, Stephenson County, 2023 Dairy Industry Service Award winner.
36,000 wreaths will be delivered to Lincoln National Cemetery tomorrow -12-16-23- as a part of the Wreaths Across American America program. Will County farmer, Dave Kestel talks about the Illinois farmer volunteer group, in partnership with the Will County Farm Bureau, that will be using their livestock trailers to honor veterans this holiday season.
Rachel Brown, mental health professional, talks about the Illinois Farm Family Resource Initiative and the virtual support group meetings planned for 2024.
Tasha Bunting, Director of Commodity Programs and Farm Systems Illinois Farm Bureau, talks about the livestock industry in Illinois, the Illinois Livestock Development Group mission, and the 2024 Illinois Dairy Summit
Beef Quality Assurance and Cattlemen Connect meeting from Devin Bollman with the Illinois Beef Association.
Shelby Watson, Manager of Internal Operations for the USAPEEC -USA Poultry & Egg Export Council talks about working for farmers and partnering with the Illinois Corn Marketing Board to utilize corn through the promotion and sales of exports around the world.
Trevor Toland of Macomb, VP of the Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition, invites everyone to a Winter Grazing Tour this Saturday
We meet with members of the Illinois State 4-H Youth Leadership Team who tell us about their livestock experience.
Travis Meteer, U of I Beef Extension Specialist is state coordinator of the Beef Quality Assurance Program and talks about the BQA meeting this week across the state.
Part two with John Hinners, Sr VP Industry Relations, US Meat Export Federatio, talks about the red meat exports and working for U.S. farmers.
John Hinners, Sr VP Industry Relations U.S. Meat Export Federation talks about marketing red meat around the world
Dr. Will Fombelle, District 5 Director, Illinois Pork Producers, invites everyone to an upcoming Fall Roundtable Meeting at the Teutopolis Banquet Hall. The meeting begins at 6pm on December 6, 2023.
A tip of the hat to the dairy industry with a replay of “These Cows” by Amy Schaufelberger Hoover.
Davis Howell of the Clinton FFA talked with the RFD Radio Network at the National FFA Convention about winning the national proficiency award in swine production entrepreneurship.
Gene Noem, Iowa Farmer and USMEF Board Member, tells us his history and talks the challenges of hog farming in 2023.
David Newman, Sr. Vice President Market Growth National Pork Board, on what Illinois Pork Producers should know about their checkoff dollars.
Dr. Paul Sundberg, SHIC Swine Health Information Center, talks with Rita Frazer about the importance of swine herd health.
Dr. Chris Ashworth, Zinpro, and was part of the IBA/Kent Quality Beef Forum held on November 8. Talks about the importance of Minerals in livestock feed.
More from the Kent Quality Beef Cow Calf Forum. Rita Frazer talks with Trevor Maiers about the industry as a young producer starting out.
Jason Webster Precision Plantingcommercial Agronomist and researcher at the Precision Technology Center in Pontiac, gives a fall 2023 update on the stock cropper-livestock research underway in Livingston County.
Miss American Angus, Lauren Wolter of Clinton County talks about growing up in the Angus business and her future at Kansas State University.
Ted Ufkes CEO Carthage System, talks about the pig business in 2023 and the importance of livestock to Illinois.
Dr. Derell Peel, Professor Oklahoma State University, Agricultural Economics talks about the cattle market.
Lana Shovlin Director of Communications Illinois Pork Producers talks about the success of statewide pork promotions this fall.
Part two with Travis Meteer, U of I Beef Extension Specialist. He talks about tips for winter cattle feeding and upcoming deadlines for the 2024 Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale.
Travis Meteer, University of Illinois Extension Beef Extension Specialist, talks about the Beef Quality Assurance meetings coming up in Illinois.
Annie Schoetmer, Programs & Services Manager Illinois Beef Association talks about upcoming BQA meetings for Illinois producers.
Jason Webster, Precision Planting, talks livestock research with manure fertilizer at the research farm in Pontiac.
October National Pork Month feature with Chad Leman, President of the Illinois Pork Producers .
Tyler Schleich, Kent Territory Sales Manager, talks about the November 8 Illinois Cow-Calf Forum in Springfield.
Renee Lloyd Kent Nutrition Group talks about the upcoming Kent Feed Illinois Cow-Calf Forum.
Dereke Dunkirk, President of the Illinois Livestock Development Group, talks about how his family farm has approached the labor issue.
Dereke Dunkirk, President of the Illinois Livestock Development Group talks about his involvement with ILDG as a pig farmer and the benefit of joining forces with other Illinois commodity groups.
Andrew Bagley, Macoupin County farmer and owner of Bagley’s Meat Market in Edwardsville, talks about the summer conditions on his cattle farm.
October is Pork Month. Final installment with Josh Maschhoff, Vice President-Treasurer Illinois Pork Producers, as he talks about a recent trip to Washington D.C. and the work to remedy the impact of California Prop 12
More with Josh Maschoff as we observe Pork Month.. He talks about his role with the company and the future.
Josh Maschhoff, Director of Production & Flow for The Maschhoffs, talks about his first job on the farm and coming home after college to join the family business.
Eva Thorlton from Christensen Farms, the Illinois Pork Producers Association Swine Spotlight of the Year Award winner.
Part two with Kevin Hartmann on judging the Guernsey show at World Dairy Expo, and his family & friends that share the passion for the dairy industry.
Kevin Hartmann of Mulberry Grove talks about realizing his dream of judging at the World Dairy Expo.
Illinois Pork Producers Association President Chad Leman on the impact of a delayed Farm Bill on California’s Prop 12 and labor challenges.
Chad Leman, President of the Illinois Pork Producers talks about the issues facing the pig business in October 2023
More with Trevor Maiers in Adams County, who reflects on the cattle markets this past year and how he navigated through it as a young producer.
Trevor Maiers in Adams County, offers an update on harvest and the success of their newest cattle barn that went up last fall
Kaskaskia Dairy Judging Team takes home first place in the International Post Secondary contest at World Dairy Expo. Aaron Heinzmann Kaskaskia College Ag Dept. Director and Dairy Judging Coach reports from Madison, WI.
Dr. Kevin Dill, director of dairy technical innovation,Purina Animal Nutrition, talks about dairy cow nutritional needs & animal health in every stage of life.
Illinois Milk Producers Association is seeking nominations for the 2023 Awards Program, Megan Dieken, Illinois Farm Bureau Farm Development Program Manager, talks about the nomination process. Also, Montgomery County Dairy farmer, David Ruppert, the 2022 Dairy Service Award Winner, talks about his life of service and raising leaders on the dairy farm!
Lindsay Mitchell, Illinois Corn Growers Director of Marketing and Communications talks about the We are the 96-fall promotion. Celebrating October as National Pork Month, National Pizza Month, and the Illinois harvest season
Travis Meteer University of Illinois Beef Extension Specialist-Part two-as Travis talks about being a trusted friend and resource for Illinois farmers.
Travis Meteer, University of Illinois Beef Extension Specialist, talks about the great benefits of grazing cattle on corn stalks.
Recap of the Cattle on Feed Report released Friday by USDA National Ag Statistics, highlighting inventory numbers.
Rita catches up with Josh Fanter in Mason County to get an update on their first year of raising Pigs in his new barn. He talks the value of manure and gives and early report from the combine.
Illinois Beef Association’s Devin Bollman provides a recaps a busy August will be found in the new issue of the Illinois Beef Magazine.
Part two with Illinois dairy farmer, Tony Graves, of Richland County. He talks about growing up on the family farm and working today with his brothers, his son, and his nephews.
Part 1- Illinois dairy farmer, Tony Graves, gives a fall update from his Richland County farm.
Tyler Schleich, President of Tri-County Cattlemen and Kent Feeds salesman, talks about feed challenges coming off a dry summer.
Christian Lovell, Coordinator, Grazing Land Coalition talks about the mission and work in Illinois
An update from Tasha Bunting, who serves as Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Commodity and Livestock Programs.
Lance Zimmerman, Rabo Research, on the Global Beef Quarterly Report on the impact of the sustainability agenda and declining inventory numbers.
David Hartke talks about the storm that took their livestock barn this spring, and the community that helps them on the road to rebuilding.
Taylor Hartke, Illinois Farm Bureau Youth & Collegiate Program Coordinator, talks about her family farm and their upcoming beef barn open house.
Owen Pree Iroquois County exhibitor of the Grand Champion Poultry Meat Pen Illinois State Fair Springfield & his brother, Sam Pree, as they talk about hard work and success at the Illinois State Fair.
Hunter Shike and his father Dan talk about the journey to the Champion Drive at the Illinois State Fair.
Two Farmers Talking: Illinois FFA Treasurer Ben Bremmer and Illinois Farm Bureau Vice President Brian Duncan talk about their family and livestock connection at the Farm Progress Show.
Part two with Brad Schumacher of Marshall County. Brad talks more about his life with cattle and the trends in the ring.
More conversations with Illinois State Fair Champions from the Grand Champion Drive & Sale of Champions last week in Springfield. RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer talks with Sheridan Hank of Mercer County, about her Reserve Grand Champion Market Lamb & talks with Bryce Clayton of Morgan County, about his Grand Champion Land of Lincoln Market Lamb.
More from the Governor’s Sale of Champions with Kyle and Sarah Reedy, parents of Maddox Reedy, Exhibitor of the Champion Land of Lincoln Steer.
Sean Meyer, Belted Cow Orchard, talks about the breed of cow they raise, the Belted Buelingo.
Monica Nyman and the St. Louis Dairy Council with a presence at the Illinois State Fair.
Morgan Richardson of Boone County, daughter of Jamie and Kathy Richardson, the overall champion in the 2023 Master Showmanship Contest at the Illinois State Fair.
Hunter Shike of Champaign County, the exhibitor of the Illinois State Fair Grand Champion Barrow and Grand Champion Land of Lincoln Barrow!
Josh St. Peters Executive VP Illinois Beef Association talks about the Illinois State Fair this week and IBA headquarters now located in the heart of the fairgrounds.
Part two: IFB Associate Luke Jesgarz talks with Curt Rinker of Rinker Simmentals of Shelby County.
Lana Shovlin Director of Communications Illinois Pork Producers talks the Illinois State Fair kickoff this week, the Illinois Pork Patio and the IPPA Birthing Center.
State Fair Memory Monday- RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer looks back at the 2022 Parade of Champions and talks to the winning exhibitors from around the state
Luke Jesgarz IFB Associate sits down with Curt Rincker in Shelby County to talk about life, cattle, and education.
Jennifer Tirey Executive Director of the Illinois Pork Producers talks about the call to action for pig farmers to talk to legislators about the potential impact of California Prop 12.
Tasha Bunting Associate Director of Livestock & Commodities Illinois Farm Bureau, talks about USDA FSA’s announcement over the weekend allowing 89 Illinois counties the right to hay or graze CRP acres after Aug 2
State Fair Memory Monday- Joan Meyer of Legacy Farms in Witt, talks about her 50 years at the Illinois State Fair.
Lance Zimmerman Robobank Research, talks about the crazy cattle market that continues to impress this summer.
DeWitt County Farm Bureau member Cyndi Ash, talks with Farm Week’s Dan Grant about her Fiber Farm in Clinton.
Scott Halpin State Executive Director FSA & Jamie Diebal Conservation Program Specialist talk about extreme drought and the opening of CRP Grazing in Adams, Hancock, Pike, Randolph and Schuyler Counties
Jason Webster, Precision Planting Agronomist. Webster says this summer the farm will showcase an Autonomous Livestock Confinement Center. As a part of their sustainability research, the center will be rolling through a strip cropping field this summer. The center will move daily and house sheep, goats, and poultry.(eventually hogs) The manure will be distributed as a part of the farm’s fertility program. The research project will be a 3–10-year trial and the first year’s results will be collected this fall, with harvest.
State Fair Memory Monday- Rick Leiding- Leiding Meats Danville, Illinois- 2022 Grand Champion Bacon.
Illinois Farm Bureau Legacy of Leadership Scholar, Zach Kampwerth of Clinton County, talks about his family pig farm and his hopes for the future.
Dr. Steve Meyer, Partners for Production Agriculture, updates us on the pork markets and the industry continues to react to pricing and regulatory issues.
Levi Schurr Mercer County 4-H livestock exhibitor is also the President of the Sherrard FFA. Schurr talks with RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer about his life with livestock and the benefits of 4-H.
Matt Jungmann, Mercer County, talks about the family farm, exhibiting cattle and the success of the Mercer County 4-H Livestock Auction.
Monday State Fair Memory- From 2014, Braden Musgrave of Pike County and his Dad, Andrew, talk about their ISF Grand Champion Land of Lincoln Steer. Also, Brian Sager, Illinois State Fair General Livestock Superintendent, prepares for his 43rd year in the livestock department at the ISF.
Chad Leman, President of the Illinois Pork Producers, with a July update on pig prices and California’s Prop 12
Luke Jesgarz of Shelby County, Illinois Farm Bureau Associate, is heading into his final Illinois State Fair as a Junior Livestock Exhibitor. Jesgarz talks about his poultry project and his hopes for a trip to the Governors Sale of Champions.
Brian Duncan, Vice President Illinois Farm Bureau, talks about the cost of California’s Prop 12 to the livestock industry.
Jason Webster, Lead Commercial Agronomist, Precision Planting, talks about the first-year research being done to incorporate livestock into the cropping systems at the PP Innovation Center.
State Fair Memory Monday features a 2019 conversation with Rodney & Brea Knittel. The father and daughter talk about the great year for Brea and entire family in Springfield.
Pike County Auctioneer, Brian Curless, talks about his life and passion for agriculture & livestock.
Tasha Bunting, Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Commodities & Livestock, talks about the continued concern about the tight hay supply and poor pasture conditions, despite recent rains around the state. Bunting also talks about the upcoming Dairy Tech Tour sponsored by the Illinois Milk Producers Association.
Devin Bollman, Illinois Beef Association Communications & Membership Manager, talks about the upcoming EDGE Conference and the Illinois State Fair.
David & Nick Jakobs, Jakobs Bros. Cattle in Whiteside County, were this year’s Commercial Beef Producers of the year for the Illinois Beef Association. The father son team talk about their rich history in this country, and continuing a family legacy of working hard and giving back to the community.
Countdown to the 2023 Illinois State Fair! Each Monday between now and the State Fair, the Livestock Report will feature an Illinois State Fair Memory. Today we go back to 2016 and feature an interview with the Meeker family of Logan County.
Henry County Fair Swine Superintendent on the increased numbers at this year’s fair. They had 250 head exhibited.
Part 2 of a discussion on what Illinois farmers need to know about California’s Prop 12. Brian Duncan VP Illinois Farm Bureau, talks about the cost that would face pig farmers who choose to comply with Prop 12 rules.
Brian Duncan, Ogle County pig farmer and Vice President of the Illinois Farm Bureau talks about the latest on California’s Prop 12, the delay of implementation and a webinar hosted yesterday by The California Department of Food & Ag.
Dave Lidy, Beef & Dairy Specialist Total Livestock Services, talks about helping farmers develop feeding strategies during drought conditions.
Livingston County Pig Farmer, Stan Blunier, talked with Farm Week’s Dan Grant about a fire that recently took one of their pig barns. The miracle of the story was that thanks to the quick response of local fire departments, neighbors, and friends, most of the pigs that had been housed in the barn, were saved.
Scott Halpin State FSA Director and Wendy Mueller CRP Compliance Director talk about current drought conditions and what it will it take for CRP acres to be released to emergency haying and grazing.
Mike Hamilton, Madison County Ag-Hay Auction, talks about the drought that has moved across the country from the west, and today’s hay supplies and prices.
Travis Meteer, U of I Beef Extension Specialist, talks drought & dry conditions and offers advice to cattle producers who must manage poorer pasture conditions and lower hay supplies.
Part two Dr. Rebecca Klopp Dairy Calf Specialist Purina Animal Nutrition talks more about the importance of early life calf nutrition.
Dr. Rebecca Klopp Purina Calf & Heifer Specialist talks about the importance of early life nutrition.
Elmwood Park High School teacher and coach Seth Swanson is the winner of the Undeniably Dairy and IHSA Cheese Pull Contest, which is all about making the best grilled cheese sandwich.
Part two-Paige Lemenager of Hudson, this year’s Illinois Beef Association Junior Member of the Year. Today Paige talks about her education and her family’s success in the show ring.
Paige Lemenager of Hudson, this year’s Illinois Beef Association Junior Member of the Year, talks about her life in the beef industry.
Illinois cattle farmer, Jake Perino of Whiteside County, talks about his year feeding cattle and living through a tornado that took down their barns.
Illinois Beef Association Commercial Producers of the Year--the Jakobs brothers from Whiteside county.
"Hard times hit the pig business” Mark Gebhards Executive Director Illinois Farm Bureau talks about the impact of the passage of California’s Prop 12 & the importance of the livestock industry to Illinois.
Part one of a focus on hard times hitting the pig business. Brian Duncan Ogle County pig farmer, Vice President Illinois Farm Bureau and Phil Borgic of Montgomery County, Past President Illinois & National Pork Producers Association.
Part two with Kim Hamilton, Director of Marketing Illinois Pork Producers. She talks about the marketing efforts for pork and the consumer connection to promote product.
Kim Hamilton, Director of Marketing for the Illinois Pork Producers talks about their work to promote pork around the state and the successful campaigns that are reaching consumers in the retail space.
Illinois pig farmer, Cheryl Walsh, President-Elect of the Illinois Pork Producers Association talks about extremely low pig prices at the farm gate and her decision to pull the trigger to donate pork to the Illinois Pork Power Program.
Steve Meyer, Partners for Production Agriculture talks about extremely low pig prices and the poor profitability projections for U.S. pig farmers.
Eric Mittenthal, President of National Hot Dog and Sausage Council talks the tradition of hot dogs at the ballpark.
Eric Mittenthal, President of National Hot Dog and Sausage Council talks unofficial start of summer grilling season.
Prairie Farms Dairy's Darin Copeland talks World Milk Day, June Dairy Month, and the 85th anniversary of Prairie Farms Dairy, which means 85 pallets of milk being donated to food pantries across the Midwest.
May Beef Month* Al and Karen Lyman, Henry County farmers talk about their life together in the cattle industry and the benefits of IBA membership and service to the industry.
Part two-Dr. Olivia Genther-Schroeder Purina Animal Nutrition Senior Manager Dairy Feed Research & Development talks more about the growing trend to feeding dairy-beef cross calves and making the most of the first 12 weeks of life.
Rita Frazer has coverage from the Purina Animal Nutrition, speaking with researcher Olivia Genther-Schroeder.
RFD Livestock Report is with Peter Vitalliano with National Milk Producers Federation discussing lower milk prices and poor margins.
More with Travis Mateer with University of Illinois Beef Extension Specialist talks about increased interest and growth in the beef industry. Also shares information on a new research project taking place at the Orr Beef Research Center.
Travis Mateer, U of I Extension Beef Specialist, shares an update on cattle prices, pasture and feed conditions.
Chad Leman, President of the Illinois Pork Producers, talks about the impact of California’s Prop 12 and the implications for Illinois pig farmers.
Dr. Katherine Bradley, Purina Dairy Research Scientist, talks about getting research to product and talks gut-health research & the future.
Jeff Gebke, Purina Dairy Nutritionist in Clinton County talks about his commitment to dairy farmers and Midwest dairy farms.
Laura Tavera, Dairy Nutritionist with Purina Animal Nutrition, talks about Purina’s program to help dairy farmers train and retain farm labor and talent.
Dr. Alex Tebbe, Dairy Technical Specialist & Consultant with Purina, shares his Illinois background and career path.
Paige Van Dyke, Miss Illinois County Fair Queen, talks with RFD Radio’s Jim Taylor about her year of service and her livestock activities in College.
Part 2 of a conversation with Thad Tharp in Monmouth, District 14 Director Illinois Beef Checkoff. Thad talks with RFD’s Rita Frazer about the benefits of being involved and investing in the industry.
Thad Tharp, Dist. 14 Director Illinois Beef Checkoff, talks about his cattle farm near Monmouth.
Rita Frazer chats with Illinois Pork Producers Association District 1 Director Jill Brokaw of Mercer County at the first ever Illinois Bacon Day at the state capital this week.
Livingston County Pig Farmer, Kent Blunier from the Illinois State Capitol yesterday as Illinois Pork Producers Association celebrated Illinois Bacon Day.
Part three from the Hartman Dairy. Joann and her son, Kenny Hartman Jr., talk about their famous bull that is known around the world and the statue of Glendell Arlinda Chief that is still graces the entrance to their farm.
Part two of a conversation with Joann Hartman of Monroe County on her life as a dairy farmer and in the board room for the National Holstein Association.
Joann Hartman, the first female president of the National Holstein Association, and an Illinois farmer that has made a tremendous impact in the dairy industry.
Part two with the Lidy family feeding cattle in Clinton County. Today RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer talks with Dave Lidy about taking advantage of every opportunity for reducing the cost of feed and shares the story of how recently they were able to utilize wheat from a storm damaged grain bin.
RFD Radio Network's Rita Frazer begins a three-part series with the Lidy family who feed cattle in Clinton & Fayette Co.’s and are kings of recycling!
Toni Dunker, Advance Trading on impacts of a declining hog market while the cattle market is skyrocketing.
Toni Dunker, Advance Trading on impacts of a declining hog market while the cattle market is skyrocketing.
Kevin Good, Cattle Fax, talks about Fridays USDA Cattle-on-Feed & Inventory Report and how it reflects on the market and Dr. Paul Walker President of the Illinois Beef Association talks about the importance of IBA membership.
More with Larry Martin as the family celebrates his 80th birthday. He reflects on the importance of livestock to his family.
Martin Auction Service 75th anniversary and Larry Martin’s 80th Birthday. Rita Frazer shares a story that includes years of customer service and a commitment to family and livestock.
Farmweek's Dan Grant talks today with Robert “Rocky” Hackman of Menard County about his run with twin calves on his farm!
Part two with Amanda Radke. Today she talks about her support for the All-American Beef Battalion and her recent appointment to the National Ag Campaign Advisory Council.
Part 1 with Amanda Radke. Radke is a fifth-generation rancher from Mitchell, SD, who speaks to farmers and ranchers across the country. In today’s livestock report, Radke talks about the importance of speaking the truth about agriculture.
Part two of a conversation with Chad Leman, President of the Illinois Pork Producers. In today’s report Leman talks with RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer about planting activity and pig prices
Chad Leman President of the Illinois Pork Producers talks with RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer about the ‘Illinois Pork Producers Resource Guide to Establishing Your International Worker’. The guide is available at www.ilpork.com.
Jennifer Tirey, Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers, talks about issues facing pig farmers, a recent trip to D.C. and new information about the Producers Resource Guide now available to help producers with labor issues on their farm.
Tasha Bunting, Associate Director IFB Commodities & Livestock talks about updates in proposed changes in animal ID/tagging for cattle and bison, the Illinois black vulture depredation permit program and the IVET application process for students heading to Vet School.
Mike Bever, Tillamook Creamery Executive VP of Operations, talks with RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer about Tillamook’s purchase of the former Prairie Farms Ice Cream Plant in Decatur.
Livestock Report- From the Country Financial Studio- Lana Shovlin Director of Communications for the Illinois Pork Producers Association talks Easter Ham with RFD’s Rita Frazer
Jennifer Tirey, Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers Association, talks with RFD’s Rita Frazer about spring programs for pig farmers, including opportunity with the Illinois Tree Buffer Initiative
Dr. Paul Walker President of the Illinois Beef Association Part 2- Walker visits with RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer about the strong investment in youth and young leaders across the state.
Dr. Paul Walker President of the Illinois Beef Association talks about the importance of membership and the busy spring legislative session in Springfield.
Tasha Bunting Associate Director Commodities and Livestock Illinois Farm Bureau talks about proposals for changes in livestock operations including the official tagging system for cattle & bison from visual to electronic & visual and the proposal to strengthen ‘the product of the U.S.’ label.
Part 2 of a conversation with Dr. Dusty Oedekoven, chief veterinarian with the National Pork Board, on containing foreign animal disease to protect export markets.
Dr. Dusty Oedekoven chief veterinarian with the National Pork Board on containing foreign animal disease.
Derek Dunkirk mid-Illinois pork producer is the new President of the Illinois Livestock Development Group. Dunkirk spoke with RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer about the opportunity to serve in the new role and about the pig business so far in 2023. RFD Illinois
Dr. Barry Pollard American Angus Association spoke with RFD’s Rita Frazer about his life as a neurosurgeon, a cattleman and the owner of several John Deere dealerships.
Wyoming farmer and Rancher, Mark Eisele is now President-Elect of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. Eisele spoke with RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer about the beef industry, membership and his best day on the ranch.
Dr. Robert Easter Honorary Master Farmer and livestock industry leader and farmer advocate.
Toni Dunker Advanced Trading talks about the hog market and next week’s Hogs & Pigs report
Curt Strode Fulton County Prairie Farmer Master, talks about his family, cattle, and service to the community.
Ron Moore of Warren County, ’23 Prairie Farmer Master Farmer. Ron talks about the family grain & livestock farm, family, and the future.
Rita Frazer talks with Blake Hadden, a young farmer & cattleman, who is happy to be a part of the family farm in Morgan County.
Robert Easter, Honorary Master Farmer 2023, on his life in the Illinois livestock industry and serving farmers and the University of Illinois.
Coverage of the National Pork Forum with DeLoss Jahnke as he talks with Kara Belke-Ungerman, VP Nutrition Health with National Pork Board, about pork’s nutritional benefits and how they’re using checkoff dollars to spread the word.
Josh St. Peters Executive Vice President Illinois Beef Association spoke to members at the Prairie Beef Association annual appreciation dinner in Clinton over the weekend. St. Peters gave updates on important state ag bills that made it out of the House and are heading to the Senate in Springfield.
Rita Frazer talks withMarcia Cooper & Larry Martin with the Prairie Beef Association at their Saturday night Appreciation Supper in Clinton. Prairie Beef was formed in 2016 and serves Macon, DeWitt and Piatt County through education and promotion.
Illinois Pork Producers, Executive Director of Illinois Pork Producers, and Chad Leman, President IPPA, highlight topics discussed at the Pork Industry Forum.
Tasha Bunting highlights proposed federal legislation that has potential to impact livestock production.
Mark Hartrich, Hartrich meats in St. Marie, IL talks about the schedule for 2023 and the demand for quality meats.
Lana Shovlin Director of Communications Illinois Pork Producers talks about IPPA involvement at the National Pork Forum in Orlando this week, previews the Spring Fly-in to D.C. and the opening of the Illinois Tree Buffer Grant program for 2023.
Rita Frazer talks with Rick Howerton, Lighting by H&H,an Illinois based company represented at the Illinois Beef Expo in Springfield. He talks working with the farming community across the state.
Devin Bollman with the Illinois Beef Association talks about the successful numbers and results from the Illinois Beef Expo.
TJ Curtin of T.J. Curtin Farms in Blue Mound with his children Will & Nora at the Illinois Beef Expo in Springfield last weekend. The family talks about memories made and success in the cattle business in Illinois.
Jeff Edwards Quality Systems Manager McDonald’s talks about the great partnership between McDonald’s and Agriculture.
Bond County Dairyman Kyle Johnson talks about the storm that hit their farm last week outside of Greenville. Major wind wiped out buildings and power, but the dairy cows and the parlor never missed a beat.
Tyler Schleich Warren County farmer and Territory Sales Manager Kent Feeds talks about his involvement in Illinois Farm Bureau, Tri-County Cattle & Illinois Beef Association.
Travis Meteer U of I Extension Beef Extension Specialist and IPT Sale Manager talks numbers from yesterday’s sale & more details about the cattle business in Illinois.
Devin Bollman Communications & Membership Manager Illinois Beef Association talks about the busy month for IBA and Josh St. Peters Executive VP IBA talks more about the schedule of events for The Illinois Beef Expo this weekend in Springfield.
Marcel Schubert CONCEPTION INC. talked with Rita Frazer at the Illinois Pork Expo about his companies Smart County Technology.
Rita Frazer visited with Dr. Ron Tessman DVM & Research Scientist Elanco at the NCBA Trade Show in New Orleans. Tessman talks about his life as a cow-doc and more about the Elanco partnerships of product animal care.
Dr. D.L. Step, DVM Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, spoke with Rita Frazer at the NCBA Trade Show earlier this month about the family company that is B.I. and about cattle health ahead of spring.
Rita Frazer talked with Dr. Barry Pollard at the NCBA Trade Show in New Orleans this month. Pollard is VP of the American Angus Association, owner of John Deere Dealerships in Oklahoma, Arkansas & Iowa in addition to being a retired Neurosurgeon and a great proponent of American Agriculture.
Chad Leman President of the Illinois Pork Producers talks about the year ahead for pig farmers.
Travis Meteer, U of I Beef Extension Specialist, talks about good bull selection and the upcoming Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale. The sale is the kickoff event for the Illinois Beef Expo next week in Springfield.
Agriculture and the love of farming brings people together, in today’s report hear the story of Lee & Marie Bunting of Livingston county and Buzz & Chris Iliff of Stark county and their secrets for a successful marriage.
We meet Cheryl Walsh of Peoria County, the new President-Elect of the Illinois Pork Producers.
Illinois Farm Bureau's Tasha Bunting recaps the Illinois Dairy Summit and previews other meetings taking place in the month of February.
Bill Even, CEO of the National Pork Board, recapping issues he covered at this week’s Illinois Pork Expo.
Chad Leman of Woodford County, the new President of the Illinois Pork Producers Association.
Thomas Titus President of the Illinois Pork Producers talks about the Illinois Pork Expo today at the BOS Center in Springfield & the legislative reception planned for tonight.
Josh St Peters, Executive VP Illinois Beef Association, talks about the NCBA meeting, issues important to the industry like consumer trust and Illinois leadership at the state and national level.
A conversation with Dean Meyer, USMEF chair, from the NCBA Cattle Industry Convention. He talks export markets.
USMEF Chair Dean Meyer visits with Rita Frazer from the NCBA Cattle Industry Convention.
Part 2 of a conversation with Franklin County beef producer, Tom Saxe. He talks about his years with the University of Illinois Extension and his continued involvement at the Illinois Beef Expo in Springfield.
Franklin County beef producer, Tom Saxe talks about his years with the University of Illinois Extension and his continued involvement at the Illinois Beef Expo in Springfield.
Dr. Mike Hutchens,IUC Dairy Specialist Emeritus, talks about his outlook for the dairy industry in 2023, feed cost and opportunities for the year. Hutchens will be one of several speakers on the program at the upcoming Illinois Dairy Summit Feb 1 in St. Rose.
Lauran Widman, Widman’s Hereford Beef in Ransom, IL, talks about the family retail store.
Part 2 of a conversation with Jay Solomon, U of I Extension. He explains the requirements for Certified Livestock Management Training required under the Livestock Management Facilities Act.
Jay Solomon University of Illinois Extension Educator talks about opportunity for Illinois livestock farmers and the upcoming Certified Livestock Training Workshops.
Travis Meteer U of I Beef Extension Specialist previews the Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale, the kickoff event to this year’s Illinois Beef Expo in Springfield.
Kevin Good, Cattle Fax, talks numbers and markets after Friday’s USDA Cattle on Feed Report.
Part two of a conversation with Mike and Deb Hufendick of LaSalle County about their farm to market story in Plainfield, IL.
Deb and Mike Hufendick of LaSalle County tell their story of a family farm, farmers market, food truck and now their butcher shop in Plainfield.
Part Two with Logan Karcher, Hamilton County Farmer, Logan is the President of the Southern Illinois Beef Association and talks about the organization and their January meeting coming up next week in Marion.
Logan Karcher, President of the Southern Illinois Cattle Association, talks about his fourth generation family farm in Hamilton County.
Travis Meteer U of I Beef Extension Specialist previews this year’s Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale. the kickoff event to the Illinois Beef Expo in Springfield.
Travis Meteer U of I Beef Extension Specialist talks winter weather for livestock farmers, upcoming BQA workshop and Cattlemen Connect meeting at the John Wood CC Ag Center Jan 19 and other meeting opportunities for farmers.
Jared and Carah Colwell celebrate their two-year anniversary of their pig barn open house in Morgan County. We revisit a conversation with Farm Week’s Dan Grant about their family farm near Franklin.
Tasha Bunting Illinois Livestock Department Illinois Farm Bureau talks about last week’s announcement from USDA identifying 25 projects around the country that will receive money to improve meat processing capacity, with one project in Illinois.
Illinois Livestock Events 2023, Thomas Titus President of the Illinois Pork Producer talk about the upcoming Illinois Pork Expo & Devin Bollman talks details of the Illinois Beef Expo coming up in Feb in Springfield.
Toni Dunker with Advanced Trading in Quincy talks markets and feed cost as we start the new year, this weeks USDA reports, and advice for livestock farmers and locking-in inputs.
Lana Shovlin Director of Communications Illinois Pork Producer talks about the 2023 IPPA Scholarship Program and the application window for students.
Devin Bollman, Illinois Beef Association, highlights programs and events in early 2023.
Tasha Bunting, Associate Director Commodities and Livestock with Illinois Farm Bureau, talks meetings and events for farmers including the Illinois Dairy Summit in St. Rose.
2023 Livestock Event preview: Thomas Titus, President of the Illinois Pork Producers. previews the one-day Illinois Pork Expo Feb 7 in Springfield and Devin Bollman Illinois Beef Association talks about the January 19 BQA Workshop/Cattlemen Connect event in Baylis, IL.
Jennifer Smith, Development Director with the IAA Foundation, talks about the IAAF Scholarship Application period being open.
Dave Lidy, Farmer and Dairy and Beef Specialist with FS Total Livestock Services. He talks about Holly Hills Farm, a farm created in the memory of his daughter Holly.
Rollin Head of Head Brothers Cattle in Blue Mound, IL talks about the future of the industry and the role his family farm plays in that.
Rita revisits a conversation from this spring and a tour of the Dipper-Head family farm. They talk abotu working together and connection.
Kevin Malchine the new Chairman of the Board for Growmark talks about his Wisconsin family and growing up as a dairy farm kid. Malchine also discusses the livestock and grain connection and Growmark’s commitment to the livestock industry
2022 Rewind as Rita shares highlights for the Illinois Livestock Industry during the year, including the Josh & Abbie Fanter Pig Barn Open House in October in Mason County.
Eric Gerth Assistant State Conservationist NRCS talks about EQIP-Environmental Quality Incentives Program- opportunities for livestock farmers and upcoming deadlines for January.
Revisit a conversation with Jason Bunting in Livingston County. He talks about his family and their involvement in the livestock industry.
Rita revisits a conversationw with Tim Maiers, Adams County Farmer, and his family celebrated an open house for their new beef barns in November. Maiers and his daughters talk about their faith, family and farm near Payson, IL
A 2022 Rewind- Paige Lemenager of Hudson, IL, 2022 IAA Foundation Top Scholar. Today Paige talks about her life in the livestock industry and success in the show ring.
Part two with Thomas Titus, President of the Illinois Pork Producers. Today Titus talks about 2022, his year as president and the Illinois Pork Expo in early 2023 .
Thomas Titus President of the Illinois Pork Producers talks about the one-million pound donation mark for the Illinois Pork Power Program and recaps the fall roundtable meetings and the issues facing pig farmers.
Part two of a highlight on Dr. Keela Trennephohl, Western Illinois University. She tells the story of her farm and her work with young people in the livestock industry, including the partnership with U of I and ISU for the I BELIEF Beef Internship program.
Encore with Dr. Keela Trennepohl Western Illinois University and husband Chris as they grow their cattle business. The original report aired last summer following the Illinois Beef Association Summer Conference in Macomb.
U.S. Meat Exports add to the bottom-line value of animals at the farmgate, Dean Meyer, Iowa farmer, is the Chair of the U.S. Meat Export Federation and talks about the opportunities around the world for red meat.
Devin Bollman Communication & Membership Manager Illinois Beef Association talks about the BQA meetings and Cattlemen Connect Series opportunities as well as the big events for IBA in 2023!
Tasha Bunting Associate Director Commodities and Livestock Illinois Farm Bureau talks about highlights of 2022 and looks ahead to the new year for the livestock industry.
Scheidairy Farm Stephenson County wins the IMPA Dairy Sustainability Award-Part two with Doug and Dan Scheider.
Devin Bollman, Illinois Beef Association, shares information on IBA’s Cattleman Connect Education Series.
Scheidairy spotlight as the 2022 Dairy Sustainability Award winner. Doug & Dan Scheider talk about their Stephenson County farm.
David Ruppert of Montgomery County the recipient of the 2022 Illinois Milk Producers Dairy Service Award.
The 2022 Illinois Milk Producers Dairy Service Award winner David Ruppert of Montgomery County part one. He talks about the farm and the family with Rita Frazer.
In conjunction with The National Day of Giving, Lana Shovlin Director of Communications Illinois Pork Producers talks about the IPPA’s participation in the #GiveaHam challenge and their “Hams for Heroes” program which is an original campaign created to supply military families in need with holiday hams.
Part 2 of a conversation with Dean Meyer Chair U.S. Meat Export Federation. He discusses plans for the year ahead and target countries for red meat exports.
We meet more members of the Maiers family who talk about his family and their involvement in the recently expanded family beef operation.
The Perinos of Whiteside County talks about their livestock operation and plans for expansion.
More highlights from the MAC Cattle Co. Beef Barn Open House Saturday. Tim Maiers talks about the great crowd and interest in feeding & and Jake Perino of Whiteside County talks about why he made the drive to the Adams County event.
Josh St. Peters Executive VP Illinois Beef Association from the Beef Barn Open House in Adams Co held on Saturday, as he talked about opportunity in the beef industry and the big move for the IBA office in Springfield.
Dale Stevermer, Minnestoa Pig Farmer and National Pork Board President from NAFB Convention.
More with Bond County dairy farmer Amy Hoover who talks about growing up on her family dairy and how the dairy industry paved a way for her career and life.
Indiana farmer Rick Clark talks about his farm and his “crop” rotation, which includes cattle.
Amy Schoetmer Illinois Beef Association Program & Service Manager talks about the fall and winter meetings for Illinois producers, that will include a Cattle Connect series and BQA training and testing opportunities.
Jonathon Ruzic Longhorn Cattle and Swine talks about building two new cattle barns on the Maiers Farm in Adams County in the past year, and his hopes for a big crowd for the Beef Barn Open House on November 19.
Trevor Maiers in Adams County shares more details of a Beef Barn Open House coming up on his family farm November 19.
Illinois Pork Producers Association invite farmers to the 2022 fall roundtables that start next week in Pittsfield. Information from IPPA President Thomas Titus, IPPA Director at large-Derek Dunkirk, and Lana Shovlin Director of Communications IPPA.
Tim Maiers Adams County farmer talks invites everyone to a Beef Barn Open House, next Saturday, November 19, and get an opportunity to see their two new barns and learn more about modern beef production.
Part two of a conversation with Travis Meteer U of I Beef Extension Specialist. He covers grazing corn stalks and extending the grazing season.
USDA Rural Development Director for Illinois, Betsy Dirksen Londrigan shares details on a $6 million grant for a meat processing facility in southern Illinois.
Travis Meteer U of I Beef Extension Specialist talks about drought conditions, hay supplies and fall meetings for cattle producers.
Dairy industry update with Tasha Bunting Associate Director of Commodities and Livestock Illinois Farm Bureau and Executive Director Illinois Milk Producers Association
Lori Brooks, Heartland Beef Farm in Saline County, talks about their family’s road to find natural meat products.
Feeding cattle and making money in Illinois. Dave Lidy talks about feed storage on the farm and using the most effective rations with corn byproducts. Dave also shares his knowledge and experience with his customers as a cattle and beef specialist at FS Total Livestock Services in South Central Illinois.
Part two with Jason Bunting of Livingston County as he talks about his family grain & livestock farm and his “best day” on the farm.
Livingston County grain and livestock farmer Jason Bunting talks about communicating with his wife Tasha and the phrase “Hey T” that has launched a social media following & more about this growing season on their custom hay and livestock farm.
llinois Beef Association Programs and Services Manager Annie Schoetmer talks BQA, Cattle Connect meetings and announces the Illinois Junior Beef Association’s Point Winners for 2022.
Part two-from Holly Hills Cattle Co. in Clinton County, where Dave Lidy farms with a passion in memory of his late daughter and works to make a difference for others.
Holly Hills Cattle Part 1-Dave Lidy and his son Matt purchased a retired dairy farm in Clinton County a year ago and today they are feeding beef cattle and making money. Dave talks about the farm and the benefits of livestock for grain farmers in Illinois.
Annie Schoetmer Illinois Beef Association talks about Beef Quality Assurance BQA events and a new Cattlemen Connect educational series of meetings.
Thomas Titus, current President of Illinois Pork Producers talks Prop 12 and other legislative issues facing pork producers.
Mid-Illinois Pork Producer Derek Dunkirk talks harvest and pig farming during October Pork Month.
Illinois pig farmer Curt Zehr of Washington talks about his farm and working with in the genetics, commercial and local meat business.
Mark Gebhards, Executive Director Governmental Affairs and Commodities talks about Prop 12 hearing in the U.S. Supreme Court last week and what this case could mean for livestock and all of agriculture.
Illinois farmer Al Lyman talks about his work on the NCBA Beef Promotion & Operating Committee and the checkoff investments that being put to work for the industry.
Fall update with Al Lyman, Henry County grain and cattle farmer. Lyman is also a member of the National Beef Promotion Operating Committee and reports on that committee work this fall.
Tasha Bunting, Associate Director of Commodities and Livestock Illinois Farm Bureau, talks about the day in court for the American Farm Bureau and the National Pork Producers as the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments challenging the constitutionality of Prop 12 a California animal welfare law.
Delana Erbsen of Lanark, IL tells us about her projects that lead her to being a finalist for the Animal Systems Proficiency at the upcoming National FFA Conference.
Rita Frazer talks with Illinois farmer Al Lyman, Illinois Beef Producers Association Member of the Year.
Bradley Wolter President and CEO of the Maschhoffs from the Fanter family pig barn open house in Mason County. Wolter talks about the partnership between row crop and livestock farmers and about today’s sustainable production methods.
Coverage of the Josh & Abbie Fanter Pig Barn Open House. Rita talks with Josh & Abbie Fanter and Bradley Wolter President and CEO of The Maschhoffs about the great opportunity to celebrate the pig business and the good and ‘green’ things going on in Agriculture today.
Part two with Jason Propst Swine Specialist FS Total Livestock Services talks about career opportunities in the pork industry.
Jason Propst Swine Specialist with FS Total Livestock Services talks about harvest, pork promotion and October Pork Month.
Dr. Bob Easter, Past President University of Illinois, talks about the critical role livestock plays in domestic and international circles.
DeLoss Jahnke talks with Joe Schuele with the U.S. Meat Export Federation about the cargo issue for exports with Asian trading partners.
Josh Fanter Mason County Farmer, along with his family invite neighbors, community members and fellow pork producers to an Open House for their new pigs barn October 5 near Kilbourne.
Ivan Dozier, State Conservation NRCS, talks about conservation programs available through the inflation reduction act.
Part two with Dan Jennings, University of Illinois Extension Livestock Specialist & 4-H Livestock Ambassador Coordinator, talks about the wonderful group of young people that serve the industry this year.
Dan Jennings U of I Extension Livestock Specialist and 4-H Livestock Ambassador Coordinator talks about the young people across the state that support the industry and work to promote livestock
Grant Grebner Ag Instructor Illinois Central College talks about opportunities for young people in agriculture and the growing ag program at ICC.
Jennifer Tirey Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers talks about the fall fly-in to Washington D.C. for pork producers.
Part two with Dr. Dan Shike, University of Illinoit talks more about the late Dr. Doug Parrett, the famous bronzed steer Broadus White Socks and the revitalization of the University of Illinois Stock Pavilion.
Dr. Dan Shike, U of I Animal Sciences, tells the story of a very special steer, Broadus White Socks, and the bronzed replica of Broadus that is now a part of the revitalized Stock Pavilion at the University of Illinois
Part two of a conversation with Blane Olson, Logan County grain and livestock farmer. He talks about the success of their pig barn that was built a year ago the opportunity it provides for the future
Rita Frazer visits with Blane Olson, a Logan County farmer who celebrates the one year anniversary for the new pig barn on their farm. The 2,400 head wean to finish barn has added work & lots of opportunity.
AFBF Economist Bernt Nelson talks about the impact of HPAI on turkey supply and prices.
Dr. Bob Easter Past President and Colleges of ACES Dean University of Illinois talks about the need for the livestock industry and the advantages of the circulatory process that livestock provides in nature.
Rita Frazer visits with University of Illinois Vector Ecology Associate Scientist Dr. Holly Tuten about the threat of the Asian longhorned tick and Dr. Teresa Steckler--University of Illinois extension beef specialist also joins the conversation.
Rita Frazer visits with Tasha Bunting, Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Commodities & Livestock Programs.
Dr. Doug Parrett remembered with reaction from Dr. Robert Easter, Past President University of Illinois & former student and beef producer T.J. Curtin.
Rita Frazer visits with University of Illinois Vector Ecology Associate Scientist Dr. Holly Tuten about the threat of the Asian longhorned tick and Dr. Teresa Steckler--University of Illinois extension beef specialist also joins the conversation.
Rita Frazer talks with TJ Curtin in Blue Mound about the cattle show season and lessons learned in the ring for his children.
We hear about the Red Hill volleyball team as they win the IHSA, Midwest Dairy and Undeniably Dairy TikTok Challenge.
Lana Shovlin, Director of Communications w/Illinois Pork Producers Assn. Highlights Illinois State Fair success and grants and promotions being offered to assist now that school is back in session.
Trevor Maiers, Adams County Beef producer, shares details on the second barn being finished on his farm.
Lauren Lurkins talks with Rita Frazer about Farm Gate, a program that will help livestock producers to navigate through EPA inspections.
Lauren Lurkins, Director of Environmental Policy, Illinois Farm Bureau talks about assistance she can provide for Livestock Producers.
A visit with Trevor Maiers of Adams County as he and his family are putting the final touches on a second cattle barn that will add opportunity for growth on the farm.
Part 2 with Luke Jesgarz Shelby County and a Senior at Western Illinois University. This IAA Scholarship winner is looking for a career with the Illinois Farm Bureau.
Luke Jesgarz of Shelby County exhibitor of the Reserve Grand Champion Female in the Illinois State Fair Junior Livestock Show. Luke explains the changes in exhibiting that had to be made this year because of Avian Influenza.
Travis Meteer U of I Beef Extension Specialist talks about feeding alternatives this fall.
Travis Meteer U of I Beef Extension Specialist talks about the upcoming Orr Research Beef Field Day Sept 1.
Josh St. Peters, Executive VP of Illinois Beef Association recaps the association’s presence and activities at the Illinois State Fair.
Tim Andriesen, CME Group, talks about the CME Pork Cutout Contract the group started to offer last year.
Rita Frazer reports from the Parade of Champions at the Illinois State Fair, with interviews with Nalayney Guyer of Robinson in Crawford County, exhibitor of the Grand Champion Land of Lincoln Market lamb; Ashtin Guyer of Robinson in Crawford County, exhibitor of the Grand Champion Steer; Drake Fletcher, Menard County, exhibitor of the Grand Champion Barrow.
Rita Frazer talks with Melissa Rhode, Illinois Farm Bureau Marketing Director about Illinois Farm Bureau’s support of youth exhibitors at the Illinois State Fair.
Brian Sager Junior Livestock Superintendent talks about the great numbers of exhibitors at the Illinois State Fair.
Rita Frazer talks with Jeff Galle Agriculture Prof Emeritus with John Wood Community College and Dr. Rod Johnson University of Illinois Department Head of Animal Sciences from the ribbon cutting of the JWCC Ag Sciences Complex in Pike County.
Tasha Bunting Associate Director Commodities and Livestock Illinois Farm Bureau talks Guidance 263 and what it will mean to the livestock industry.
Countdown to the Illinois State Fair with State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark, Illinois Director of Agriculture Jerry Costello and Deputy Ag Director Kristi Jones.
From Clear View Farms in Macoupin County farm with Molly and Maddie Rosentreter as they talk about leadership, service, and family. Plus, a conversation from the chicken coop.
Rita talks with Terry Leitschuh member of the Madison County Fair Board as beef show superintendent and youth auction committee member. Leitschuch reports on the success of their county fair in Highland, and the great support of the Madison County Ag Business Community.
Part 2 of a conversation with Josh St. Peters, Illinois Beef Association about plans for the Illinois State Fair.
Josh St. Peters previews Illinois Beef Association activities at this year’s Illinois State Fair in Springfield.
Thomas Titus Illinois Pork Producers Association President talks crops, fairs, the pig business, and Pork Patio at the Illinois State Fair .
Ted Ufkes, COO Professional Swine Management Carthage talks about summer growing conditions in western Illinois and the success of the PSM Internship Program.
Jennifer Tirey Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers talks about USDA’s the Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program and payments finally going out to pig farmers and previews the upcoming Illinois State Fair.
Part two of a summer update with Travis Meteer U of I Beef Extension Specialist as he talks about field days, research, and the cattle business in Illinois .
FarmWeek’s Dan Grant shares a conversation with Derrell Peel Oklahoma State Ag Economist covering the Cattle Inventory and Cattle on Feed Report.
FarmWeek’s Dan Grant provides a report from the Dairy Tech Tour. He speaks with Dan Beer from Mascoutah, IL.
Jordyn Gerlach Montgomery County IAA Scholarship Top Scholar talks about her success in FFA and the support system that shaped her character.
Part two Paige Lemenager of Hudson, IL, IAA Foundation Top Scholar. Today Paige talks about her life in the livestock industry and success in the show ring.
Rita Frazer talks to Indiana farmer Rick Clark who brings cattle into his rotation for building soil health. Clark will be a featured speaker this Saturday in Clinton County at the Illinois Farm Bureau Nutrient Stewardship Field Day.
Cliff Schuette, Clinton County, talks about intensive grazing and cover crops in his livestock operation.
Jim Taylor talks with Mercer County Farm Bureau Manager Jenna Preston about the importance of county fair livestock shows.
2022 IAA Foundation Top Scholar Paige Lemenager of Hudson talks about her background in livestock and her future.
Lana Shovlin Director of Communications, Illinois Pork Producers Association, talks about IPPA’s plans for this Illinois State Fair.
Farm Mission Statement” Rita talks with John Tiedeman about his Iowa family farm and his thoughts for the future for his grain and livestock operation.
Clay Sundberg of LaSalle County continues his work in the livestock industry and following his spring college graduation is busy with a summer internship with Boviteq. Clay talks with Rita from Madison Wisconsin and shares highlights from the road.
Devin Bollman, Illinois Beef Association talks about the upcoming EDGE Conference for Junior Beef Association Members and involvement at the Illinois State Fair.
Tasha Bunting Associate Director Livestock & Dairy Illinois Farm Bureau talk with Rita about the Dairy Working Group meeting in Washington D.C. last month, the 2023 Farm Bill and the upcoming IL Dairy Tech Tour.
Shelbi McCray of Bond County is a member of the Team Purebred Junior Board and reports on last week’s Junior Nationals held at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield.
Rita Frazer catches up with Gordie Siebring in the Ukraine for an update on conditions and the outlook for livestock.
Jim Taylor talks with Eric Mittenthal, National Hot Dog and Sausage Council about the American Connection.
Lizzie Schafer Taylorville FFA reports from Ireland and visits with teammate Drew Mickey about their livestock judging team and recent success at the Royal Highland Show in Scotland.
Nic Anderson, Illinois Livestock Development Group talks preparations for Independence Day Grilling!
Rita Frazer visits with Lizzie Schafer, Taylorville FFA member, about traveling to Scotland for the Royal Highland Livestock Show and summer livestock shows.
Rita talks with Waylon Paulek a member of the Taylorville FFA Livestock Judging Team in Scotland competing in the Royal Highland Show. Waylon and teammate Drew Mickey took first place at the WORLD contest.
Rita visits with Jake Perino, Whiteside County, about his recent updates to the family cattle operation.
Dr. Keela Trennepohl and her husband Chris talk about her class load at Western Illinois University and their family operation.
Dr. Keela Trennepohl and her husband Chris talk about moving to Western Illinois and their family operation.
Part 2 of a spotlight on Illinois meat inspectors with Dr. John O’Keefe, Bureau Chief Mean & Poultry Inspection IDOA.
Spotlight on Illinois meat inspectors with Dr. John O’Keefe, Bureau Chief Mean & Poultry Inspection IDOA.
Thomas Titus President of Illinois Pork Producers talks about the new CDL Scholarship Program from the IPPA.
Rita Frazer visits with University of Illinois Extension Beef Specialist Travis Meteer.
Rita Frazer checks in with Travis Meteer, University of Illinois Extension Beef Educator. The two discuss animal care during these hot temps.
FarmWeekNow's Dan Grant checks in with the president of the National Pork Producers Council.
Rita Frazer visits with Nic Anderson from the Illinois Livestock Development Group. The two discuss livestock care during these excessively hot temperatures.
Jake Perino Whiteside County cattle farmer talks about life on the family farm and the benefits of the cattle barn they built in 2018.
Rita Frazer visits with Al Lyman at the Illinois Beef Association Summer Conference about his recognition for IBA’s first ever member of the year.
Jennifer Tirey Illinois Pork Producers Executive Director of the Illinois Pork Producers talks about the road to World Pork Expo in Iowa later this week, pork promotion and the McDonald's truck that will be on the WPX grounds in celebration and salute to the fast food giant for standing up for U.S. Pig Farmers!
Tasha Bunting Illinois Farm Bureau/Executive Director Illinois Milk Producers Association talks June Dairy Month facts and events.
Jennifer Earing VP Illinois Forage and Grassland Council talks about IFGC's mission and the upcoming Expo coming up next week as a part of the Illinois beef Association Summer Conference.
Dave Lidy Dairy & Beef Specialist Total Livestock Services talks current conditions in South Central IL, feed cost and milk prices during June Dairy Month.
Farm Week's Dan Grant talks with IFB's & Illinois Milk Producer's Tasha Bunting about June Dairy Month and the summer Illinois Dairy Tech Tour.
Illinois farmer Trevor Toland of Macomb will be hosting a tour stop next week as a part of the Illinois Beef Summer Conference and Illinois Forage Expo. Toland explains about intensive grazing and his commitment to the land.
We meet new Illinois Beef Association Membership and Communications Director, Devin Bollman.
We meet new Illinois Beef Association Membership and Communications Director, Devin Bollman.
Ted Ufkes Chief Executive Officer Professional Swine Management talks overall swine herd health and African Swine Fever.
Ted Ufkes Chief Executive Officer Professional Swine Management reports on planting progress and the pig business in May of 2022.
Dr. Mark Ernst IDOA State Veterinarian talks about plans to continue emergency rules to protect poultry from avian influenza
Kevin Good with Cattle Fax talks cattle futures and the challenges of cattle inventory and consumer spending.
Part 2 of a grazing update with University of Illinois Beef Extension Specialist Travis Meteer as he talks about educational opportunities coming up this summer at the Illinois Beef and Forage & Grassland Conference and offers an update on research at the Orr Research Center.
Travis Meteer U of I Beef Extension Specialist talks pasture condition and managing high feed cost.
Jason Propst, Total Livestock Services provides an update on profitability in the hog market based on current world events and weather in the Midwest.
Karen Stallman Ag Resource Specialist SIU School of Medicine talks about the Farm Family Resource Initiative and the Hotline # available to all in agriculture 24-7 #833-FARM-SOS.
Annie Schoetmer new Programs and Services Manager Illinois Beef Association talks about her background and her new position with IBA.
USMEF’s Dan Halstrom talks global demand for beef products despite a lot of negatives with inflation, infrastructure, etc.
Tasha Bunting, Illinois Farm Bureau Association Director of Livestock Programs talks May Beef Month and summer activities.
Tasha Bunting Associate Director of Commodity & Livestock Programs, Illinois Farm Bureau, gives an update on Avian Flu-Bird Flu in Illinois.
Lana Shovlin Director of Communications Illinois Pork Producers talks through the details of the Illinois Livestock Leadership Institute.
May is Beef Month and we're approaching Mother's Day Weekend. Rita visits with Susan Head of Blue Mound as she talks about her fourth-generation cattle farm and keeping the family together.
Dan Halstrom, President and CEO of USMEF talks about the success of export markets and the need for more to boost meat demand.
Andrew Bagley, Beef Producer and Business Owner talks about spring on the farm and some of the offerings at Bagley Farms Meat Market.
Andrew Bagley is a Macoupin county farmer and Madison county business owner and reports on customer demand at Bagley Farms Meat Market in Edwardsville.
Josh St. Peters, Executive Vice President of Illinois Beef Association, talks about opportunity for youth in the state this summer with the Illinois Livestock Leadership Institute.
Josh St. Peters, Executive VP of Illinois Beef Association, talks about Beef Month activities and promotions and the Illinois Leadership Institute.
Betty Haynes Illinois Beef Magazine Editor talks about the current issue and the countdown to May Beef Month
Nic Anderson Illinois Livestock Development Group recaps the highlights of the RFD Spring Livestock Tour.
RFD Livestock Tour Stop #2: Rollin Head with Head Brothers Land and Cattle in Blue Mound talks about the family farm and growing the business with trust and hard work.
Stop number 3 on the RFD Spring Livestock Tour on the Indian Knoll Farms in Christian County. Nate Bliler talks about their family cattle feeding business that starts with bottle calves in a converted hog barn.
Wrapping up Spring Livestock Tour number #2: We learn how the Dipper-Head Family from Blue Mound have made room for multi generations to be part of the cattle operation.
RFD Livestock Tour Stop #2: Susan Head talks about her role as a second-generation farmer, family manager and living her best life on their Illinois cattle farm.
Spring Livestock Tour Stop #3 Head Brothers Cattle Blue Mound. In today's report, Rollin Head shares his thoughts about the future for livestock and his best day on the family farm.
Spring Livestock Tour continues at Stop #1-Macon County beef producer Katie Sellmeyer shares more of her story, talking about her family and how they work together at home and on the farm.
More from the Spring Livestock Tour. Learning more about Katie Sellmeyer's beef business in Macon County, her cattle and working through high feed cost.
RFD Livestock Spring Tour Stop #1- Katie Sellmeyer of Macon County shares her story of cattle, beef production and the local demand-boom that COVID created.
Josh St. Peters Executive VP Illinois Beef Association has a spring update from the IBA.
Preview of the Spring Livestock Tour with Nic Anderson Business Developer Illinois Livestock Development Group.
Tasha Bunting Illinois Farm Bureau talks about the IDOA announcement prohibiting poultry exhibits or sales of poultry or products for up to 150 days in the state to prevent the spread of avian influenza. Bunting also talks about the potential impact of HPAI on the EASTER retail market-eggs and poultry.
Josh St. Peters Executive VP of the Illinois Beef Association announces the details of this year's IBA Summer Conference and a new partnership with the Illinois Forage and Grassland Council.
Rita Frazer talks with Gordie Siebring, Gordie and his wife started farming on an Iowa dairy farm in 1981 and by 1993 had sold their cows. That’s when Gordie answered an ad in the newspaper looking for 100 Iowa farmers to travel to the Ukraine for a project headed up by Zenika ICI seed, chemical and equipment. That was a three-week project and Gordie has been there since. Today he is a farmer and works for a used ag equipment business. He shares some of the impact the current conflict is having on the Livestock Industry.
Ag leader Jeff Galle has not only recovered from Covid but will be back in the classroom at Illinois College in Jacksonville. Galle is a Past President of the Illinois Pork Producers and spoke with Rita Frazer at the Illinois Pork Expo in February about his journey and his gratitude
Illinois Farm Bureau's Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities, Mark Gebhards, talks about the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to hear the case challenging California's Prop 12.
Part two of a conversation with Jennifer Tirey, Exec. Director of the Illinois Pork Producers as she talks about spring opportunities for Illinois pig farmers and the Illinois Pork Power program working towards the 1-million pound mark for pork donations by the end of the year.
Jennifer Tirey Exec Director IPPA talks about Prop 12,Earth Day and the launch of the next round of The Illinois Tree Buffer and beautification grant programs.
Stark County grain and livestock farmer Mark Wilson is Chair of the Illinois Corn Marketing Board and talks about the corn checkoff investment into the livestock industry.
Scott Halpin, State Executive Director FSA Illinois, talks with Rita Frazer about lifting of covid restrictions at USDA Service Centers and updates for the Spot Market Pandemic Program.
Rita Frazer talks with Illinois Farm Bureau President Rich Guebert about raising cattle, battling the elements and the importance of diversification in agriculture.
Part two of a conversation with Travis Meteer University of Illinois Beef Extension Specialist as he talks about getting the most from pasture ground in Illinois.
Rita Frazer shares an early spring update from University of Illinois Extension Beef Specialist Travis Meteer.
DeLoss Jahnke talks with the "Ham Team" Nic Anderson Illinois Livestock Development Group and Mike Borgic Illinois Pork Producers. There is plenty of ham to go around this Easter season.
Part two of a conversation with Curt Zehr Tazewell Illinois pig farmer, 2022 Master Farmer, Past President of the Illinois Pork Producers.
Jennifer Tirey, Illinois Pork Producers Executive Director recognized Curt Zehr, Past President of IPPA, for being named Prairie Farmer Master Farmer and reported on the news of the National Pork Forum, held earlier this month in Louisville, KY.
Tyler Musgrave of Musgrave Angus in Pike County as they prepare for their annual production sale this Saturday and work together as a family to pull off the biggest event of the year for the farm.
Nic Anderson, Illinois Livestock Development Group talks about the finding of Avian Influenza in Illinois.
Tyler Musgrave, Pike County, talks about activity on the farm year-round and an upcoming production sale.
Alan Bjerga, National Milk Producers Federation, talks about priorities the organization’s board will undertake this week.
DeLoss Jahnke talks with Dr. Keela Trennepohl from Western Illinois University who previews the upcoming WIU Bull Sale.
Mark Wilson, Stark County Farmer and Chair of the Illinois Corn Marketing Board, shares his agriculture background and the importance of Livestock to the Grains industry.
A continued focus on the Taylorville FFA Livestock Judging team as they prepare for the Royal Highland Show this summer. The team will travel to Ireland and Scotland in June to represent the USA. In today's report , Rita Frazer talks with team members Liam Steward, Waylon Paulek and Drew Mickey.
We learn more about the Taylorville FFA Chapter that will be traveling to Ireland and Scotland this summer for livestock judging.
Bill Even, CEO National Pork Board, talks with Rita about Illinois farmers serving on the NPB and priorities for the future.
Tasha Bunting Associate Director of Commodity and Livestock Programs Illinois Farm Bureau talks about several services and opportunities for the livestock industry.
More coverage from the Illinois Beef Expo. Jonathon Ruzich, Longhorn Cattle and Swine, talks about building costs for livestock structures.
Rita Frazer brings coverage from the Illinois Beef Expo with multi-generational exhibitors Beth, Jemma and Clair Dorsey of Madison County.
Coverage of the Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale at the Illinois Beef Expo with Sale Manager Travis Mateer.
Rita Frazer visits with Alan Kollman, Effingham County, ends his year as President of the Illinois Pork Producers and Thomas Titus, Logan County, starts his year as the President of IPPA.
Brian Humphries, CEO of National Pork Producers Council, visits with Rita Frazer at the Illinois Pork Expo.
Josh St. Peters Executive Vice President Illinois Beef Association shares with Rita Frazer a preview of the annual Illinois Beef Expo that kicks off later this week.
Rita Frazer talks with U of I Beef Extension Specialist Travis Meteer gives a preview of this weeks upcoming Illinois Beef Expo.
Rita talks with Travis Meteer U of I Beef Extension Specialist & IPT Bull Sale Manager talks changes in the 2022 Sale reviews the new details for the IPT Bull Sale.
Illinois Beef Association Executive Vice President and Travis Mateer, U of I Extension Beef Educator, provides a preview for next week’s Illinois Beef Expo.
Nic Anderson, Illinois Livestock Development Group and Rita Frazer recap of the Livestock-Centered presentations at the Illinois Farm Bureau Governmental Affairs Leadership Conference and the importance of local involvement.
Illinois Farm Bureau’s Tasha Bunting provides details on HACCP certification program that starts today and Mark Gebhards provides a preview of today’s GALC.
Jennifer Tirey Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers and Thomas Titus President-Elect & Pork Expo Chair talk with Rita about the upcoming Illinois Pork Expo Feb 22&23 in Springfield.
Rita Frazer talks with Dr. Jim Lowe, University of Illinois Professor of Veterinary Medicine, who offered an overview of APP that is infecting swine herds in other parts of the country.
Phil Bradshaw, Pike County Pig farmer, talks with Rita about the livestock industry during a driving tour of the county.
Rita Frazer visits with Rodney Knittel, Illinois Farm Bureau, who shares information on FMCSA Entry Level Driver Training requirements that took effect on February 7.
Ryan Haefner of Schick Haefner Cattle spoke with Rita about the purebred cattle business and their DeWitt County farm.
Rita Frazer gets an update on issues and events from Jennifer Tirey, Executive Director of Illinois Pork Producers Association.
Rick & Derek Dean tells their story at the Prairie Beef Association's Beef Marketing seminar.
Tasha Bunting, Director of Livestock Programs updates information on the Virtual Only Dairy Summit and HACCP Training.
Dave Duzan, Illinois Beef Association Vice President, looks ahead to the NCBA Cattle Convention.
Highlights from the Prairie Beef Association Marketing Beef in 2022 program held Sunday at Martin Auction in Clinton. Matt Witte, Bloomington Meats, gives and update on business.
DeLoss Janke shares a conversation with Dr. Temple Grandin at the Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leaders in Peoria this month.
Larry Martin, Prairie Beef Association, talks about an upcoming meeting to share ideas for producers to market their beef products.
Rita Frazer visits with Larry Martin, Prairie Beef Association about an upcoming meeting to help beef producers with marketing of their products.
Rita Frazer talks to Ty Knodle, a Montgomery County 4-Her, about his involvement and future of the livestock industry.
Conversation with Ty Knodle from Montgomery County who recaps his involvement in Livestock Judging.
Rita Frazer shares and update from Trevor Maiers in Adams County who recently updated the family facilities for beef cattle.
Part 2 of conversation DeLoss Jahnke had with Dr. Steve Meyer with the Partners for Production Agriculture.
RFD Radio's DeLoss Jahnke takes a deep dive into pork prices with Dr. Steve Meyer with the Partners for Production Agriculture.
Rita Frazer visits with Travis Mateer, U of I Beef Specialist. He covers the details of the Performance Tested Bull Sale that kicks off Illinois Beef Expo.
Dr. Steve Webel, back home in Pike County, talks with Rita Frazer about his career and retirement plans.
Jennifer Tirey talks with Rita about the Illinois Pork Expo, IPPA Annual Meeting & Legislative Reception planned for next month and gives details on the Pay it Forward Project for the IPPA Board of Directors.
Jennifer Tirey Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers talks with Rita about the pause in the Pandemic Assistance Program for pig farms, the wait for the Supreme Court ruling on Prop 12, and the upcoming Illinois Pork Expo in Feb.
Travis Meteer U of I Beef Extension Specialist and Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale Manager talks with Rita about the upcoming Bull Sale as a part of the Illinois Beef Expo Feb 24, 2022.
Travis Meteer U of I Beef Specialist and Extension Educator talks with Rita about working through the cold temperatures, feed rations and winter water needs.
Josh St. Peters Executive VP Illinois Beef Association talks with Rita about the upcoming meeting season for the beef industry. They talk details for the Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show in Houston Feb 1-3 and the Illinois Beef Expo in Springfield Feb 24-27.
Toni Dunker with Advance Trading talks with DeLoss Jahnke about Livestock Markets as the new year begins.
Josh St. Peters Executive VP Illinois Beef Association talk about the potential impact of the new Biden-Harris livestock & processing plan for the beef industry.
IAA Foundation Scholarship focus as the 2022 application period opens. Rita Frazer visits with 2021 Top Scholar Sheridan Hank Mercer County, who talks about her livestock connections.
Paige Van Dyke 2021 IAA Scholarship Top Scholar of Clay County talks about her work in the livestock industry and the importance of the scholarship program and Jennifer Smith Development Manager IAA Foundation talks about the opportunities in the 2022 scholarship program.
Rita Frazer continues a conversation with Cody and Bailey Conrady, Vermilion County Beef Producers.
Rita Frazer talks with Cody and Bailey Conrady in Vermilion County about their multi-generational beef farm.
RFD Radio's Jim Taylor speaks with Brown County dairy producer Ken Koch, who was honored in 2021 by the Illinois Milk Producers Association.
RFD Radio's Jim Taylor visits with Brad Zwilling of Illinois FBFM. His latest piece in FarmDoc Daily is titled "Economic Review of Milk Costs in 2020 and Projections for the Rest of 2021 and 2022".
RFD Radio's Rita Frazer visits with the Head family from Blue Mound as they talk about family tradition during the Illinois State fair.
Looking back on 2021, Rita revisits a conversation from the spring with Marty Marr, past chair of the Illinois Livestock Development Group and now President of Illinois Corn Growers. He talked about the campaign to promote the safe food produced on Illinois farms and the effort to educate consumers about the great things happening in livestock industry.
The Carl and Leona Nelson story. Carl passed away earlier this month and Nic Anderson joins Rita in sharing sounds from a kitchen table visit with in the Nelson's back in 2013.
Highlighting the great livestock conversations of 2021. Clay Sundberg of LaSalle County talks about his life in the show ring and his future in animal science.
Revisiting some of the Livestock Reports of 2021, Rita Frazer highlights the Prairie Beef Association meeting this fall.
Part two with Trevor Maiers of Adams County a young farmer who is a third- generation livestock farmer and looking forward to the future with a new barn, cattle and cover crops.
Trevor Maiers is a third generation Adams County farmer and talks with Rita about the new cattle barn that went up this fall and what it represents for their family and the future of the family farm.
Jennifer Tirey, Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers with details of the Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program, grocery store promotions and the upcoming Illinois Pork Expo.
Josh St. Peters Executive VP Illinois Beef Association talks about Issues from 2021 that will transfer into 2022 and upcoming Events.
More conversation with Tyler Musgrave of Musgrave Angus in Pike County as he talks about the year for the cattle business and their family commitment to faith.
Tyler Musgrave talks about Musgrave Angus in Pike County and how their business has grown with customers around the world.
Dr. Rod Johnson Department of Animal Sciences University of Illinois talks about new activities at the department to prepare students for careers in animal science.
Ginny Six Morgan County grain and pig farmer talks about their farm and the business model that supports their family and way of life.
Ginny Six Morgan County grain and pig farmer talks about how her family makes a good living and a great life.
Josh St.Peters IBA talks price transparency & supply chain Plus has details on 2022 IL Beef Expo & NCBA .
Josh St. Peters Illinois Beef Association talks about the BQA Workshops going on around this state this month.
Jim Taylor talks with Ken Koch Dairy Service award winner from the Illinois Milk Producers Association.
Ryan Vonder Haar Clinton County livestock farmer talks about his young life on the farm and his commitment to cover crops and a "green" farm for the future.
Dan Halstrom, President and CEO of the USMEF. He shares information on recovery in the meat markets coming out of COVID-19.
2021 Illinois Milk Producers Dairy Sustainability award winners, Triple V Farms, from Clinton County talk about their farm.
Dan Halstrom, President and CEO of the USMEF. He provides a summary of the organization and their mission.
Dan Halstrom, President and CEO of the USMEF. He provides a snapshot of global demand for US Meat products.
We learn about the Give a Ham project sponsored by the Illinois Pork Producers Association.
Nic Anderson Business Developer of the Illinois Livestock Development Group as he talks about the benefits of livestock to Illinois and the generations of commitment on farms across the state.
Travis Meteer U of I Beef Extension Specialist promotes the upcoming Beef Quality Assurance series and talks about the numbers of cows on corn stalks this fall in Illinois.
5th generation farmer Derek Dunkirk from Christian County talks about the good partnership between grain and livestock and the benefits of using hog manure as fertilizer
Travis Meteer U of I Beef Extension Specialist with a summary of the Orr Research Facility Fall Beef Field Day
Part two with Brent Clark of Saline River Farms and the details of the plans for a new meat processing plant to be built in Marion.
Brent Clark talks about his background as a beef producer and his latest venture into Saline River Farms, which will be opening a beef and pork processing plant in the fall of 2022.
Dr. Michael Langemeier, Purdue University shares information on live cattle futures vs. feeding costs and how profitability looks for the cattle market.
Jim Taylor meets with members of the Normal West FFA Chapter that are back-to-back Livestock Judging contest winners at the American Royal.
Illinois Beef Association update from Mareah Rauch, IBA Director of Programs & Services. Talks about the Beef Quality Assurance Certification program.
Illinois Beef Association update from Mareah Rauch, IBA Director of Programs & Services. She talks about plans for the Illinois Beef Expo at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in February 2022.
Update from Selena King, Midwest Dairy Association, shares information about a new partnership between Midwest Dairy and the IHSA.
A preview of the Beef Field Day at the Orr Research Facility with Dr. Travis Meteer, University of Illinois Extension Beef Specialist.
Travis Meteer, University of Illinois Extension Beef Specialist covers the mission of the Orr Research Facility.
Leon Sheets, known on Social Media as “The Pig Farmer” talks about operating under the principles of the We Care program.
Andrew Bagley, Bagley Farms Meat Market in Edwardsville, talks about their expansion and providing services.
Dan Phillips, an employee of Leman Farms in Woodford County was recently named the Illinois Pork Producers Association Employee of the year. He visits with Rita about his background.
For October Pork Month, Rita visits with Nic Anderson, Illinois Livestock Development Group on the evolution of the pork industry.
Rita catches up with Jennifer Tirey, Illinois Pork Producers Association for an update on October Pork Month Activities. They talk about the IHSA partnership to find the best Pork Chop sandwich and the REAL Pork campaign.
October Pork Month celebration. Rita visited with Jess Hawk, exhibitor of the Land of Lincoln Grand Champion Barrow at the Illinois State Fair.
Alan Kollmann, President of Illinois Pork Producers talks about contract production and how that works for him and his family.
To celebrate National Pork Month, Rita visits with Dan Erickson from Knox County to learn about his family pork operation.
Dan Phillips, Operations Manager at Leman Farms in Woodford County, has recently been named Illinois Pork Producers Association Employee of the year. Rita Frazer visits with him about his background and job.
October Pork Month report with Nic Anderson, Illinois Livestock Development Group. Talks about correlation of field crops and livestock feed.
Rita talks with Ted Ufkes, Professional Swine Management, Carthage, IL about line speed decreases at processing facilities, truck driver shortages and other supply chain issues, ASF funding for preparation.
Rita talks with Ted Ufkes, Professional Swine Management, Carthage, IL about harvest, the pig business and the importance of row crops to hog production.
As we celebrate pork month, Rita revisits a conversation with Jess Hawk DeKalb County Swine Exhibitor of the Grand Champion Land of Lincoln Barrow at the Illinois State Fair.
Rita talks with Joe Schuele, USMEF, about global demand for US Meat and the importance of export markets.
October Pork Month report with Nic Anderson, Illinois Livestock Development Group. Talks about correlation of field crops and livestock feed.
Illinois Pork Producers President Alan Kollmann provides an update on harvest and talks about the partnership livestock farming has with grain markets.
We celebrate Pork month by recognizing the Olson family, the 4th generation to farm in Logan County.
Tasha Bunting of Illinois Farm Bureau provides a summary of the newly launched HACCP site and why it's important.
Rita visits with Jennifer Tirey, Illinois Pork Producers Association Executive Director. She highlights funding allocated by the USDA and actions already taken for African Swine Fever prevention. October is Pork month and Jennifer shares information on promotional activities to celebrate pork.
Eric Johnson, Knox County livestock producer, talked about cattle nutrition and feed rations.
Eric Johnson, Knox County Livestock Producer talks about Animal Health this time of year.
Rita talks with TJ Curtin, Grain and Livestock Farmer in Macon County, about his freezer beef option and how he manages the availability of space at local processing facilities.
Update from Trevor Tolan in Macomb, IL, on his cattle operation and the transition to include a lessee on his farm as he prepares for succession.
Rita Frazer visits with Illinois Beef Producer Susan Head and her son Roland about the generations of the family exhibiting at the Illinois State Fair.
Grazing on cornstalks with Travis Mateer, University of Illinois Beef Extension Specialist.
August Schetter talks about their Cover and Alternative Crops field day in Jersey County.
Marsha Cooper, President of Prairie Beef Association. She highlights their support for youth involved in the beef industry. Grace Arnold, Vice President IBA Junior Association, talks about her involvement.
Interview with Dr. Paul Walker, Illinois Beef Association President, at the Prairie Beef Association Picnic over the weekend. He highlights the importance of an active association and membership.
An update from the Bagley Farm and meat processing facility as they prepare to open their new facility in Edwardsville, IL.
Cody and Bailey Conrady talk about their family and involvement in the cattle industry.
Conversation with Cody and Bailey Conrady about their Livestock Involvement in Vermilion County.
Rita talks to Landry Freeman, exhibitor of the Grand Champion Steer and her brother Braden at the Illinois State Fair. She also talks with Cole Caldwell, exhibitor of the Grand Champion Land of Lincoln Steer.
Conversation with the Head family on the 4 generations of the family exhibiting at the Illinois State Fair.
Rita Frazer visits with Dr. Paul Walker, President Illinois Beef Association, about the quality of livestock in the state and what was exhibited at the Illinois State Fair.
Carl Dodge from Eastern Iowa met up with Rita Frazer at the Farm Progress Show to talk about his involvement in the hog and cattle industry and how they direct market to consumers.
Rita Frazer talks with Elizabeth Weidner about her livestock involvement and her mission to raise awareness and funds for childhood cancer.
Shelby McCrae from Bond County talks about her final year exhibiting at the DuQuoin State Fair as a junior exhibitor.
Tasha Bunting, Illinois Farm Bureau, provides an update from the AFBF Livestock Working Groups that met last week.
Jennifer Tirey, Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers Association, provides an update on pork producer programs, including the US Swine Health Improvement program and CFAP 2 Payments.
Conversation with Sam Stock, Business Development Manager with the Maschhoffs at the Blane and Kristi Olson pork finishing facility open house.
Further highlights from the Olson Family pork finish facility open house held earlier this week.
Rita reports from the Orr Multipurpose Research facility ground breaking with a conversation with Matt Bradshaw Board Chair of the Orr Corporation.
Rita Frazer reports from the Olson Family pork finishing facility open house. She talks with John Olson about the farm and what this expansion means for the next generation.
Blane Olson talks with Rita about their Pork Facility Open House on August 23 in Elkhart, IL.
Rita Frazer visits with Cole Caldwell, Peoria County, exhibitor of the Grand Champion Land of Lincoln Steer and Nolan Hoge from McDonough County who exhibited the Grand Champion Meat Goat.
Cody Hanold auctioned off the Grand Champion Steer at the Illinois State Fair for a record amount. Rita then visits with Landry Freeman and her family about the experience of winning Grand Champion Steer.
Rita Frazer visits with En Hanson, owner and exhibitor of the Grand Champion Market Lamb from Iroquois County.
DeLoss Jahnke visits with the 2021 Master Showmanship Winner, Lizzie Schafer from Christian County.
DeLoss Jahnke visits with Al Lineman, Henry County Beef Producer and Region 3 Representative for the Federation of State Beef Councils with NCBA.
Terry Boydstun, Illinois Beef Association Checkoff Director visits with DeLoss Jahnke from the NCBA meeting on Checkoff Activities.
Clay Sundberg, 2019 Master Showmanship Contest winner, shares his 4-H Story and memories from the 2019 contest ahead of the 2021 Contest on August 13.
Update from Illinois Pork Producers Executive Director Jennifer Tirey on IPPA’s plans for the Illinois State Fair.
Nic Anderson provides information on an upcoming wean to finish open house in Elkhart, IL.
Tasha Bunting, Associate Director of Livestock and Commodities with Illinois Farm Bureau, shares details about assistance for small meat processing facilities though HACCP.
Travis Cushman, American Farm Bureau Federation Attorney, provides background on Prop 12 and what that will mean for livestock producers across the nation. Additional commentary from Illinois Farm Bureau Vice President Brian Duncan.
Dr. Mark Ernst, Illinois Department of Agriculture Veterinarian discusses the possibility of African Swine Fever making it to the United States.
Dr. Ernst, Illinois Department of Agriculture Veterinarian, on the African Swine Fever discovery in the Dominican Republic and what it means for United States pork production.
Ashley Sayers, Swine Specialist with Total Livestock Services, talks about African Swine Fever and what producers can do to prepare.
Nic Anderson with the Illinois Livestock Development group shares information about a pork wean to finish facility open house in Elkhart Illinois and the Illinois State Fair.
Tim Maiers, Maiers Ag Consulting, shares information on an August 23 pork wean to finish facility open house in Elkhart, IL
Neil Orth, Mercer County native, on being the recipient of the Saddle and Sirloin award. This award recognizes his service to the cattle industry.
Chad Bell, Mercer County Hog Farmer, talks about the importance of confinement facilities, especially in times of extreme heat.
Sheridan Hank, IAA Foundation Scholarship Recipient, shares information about her involvement in the livestock industry and plans for the future.
Meet an IAA Foundation top scholar who says her background in agriculture and livestock helped shape her into the person she is today.
Josh St. Peters, Executive Director of the Illinois Beef Association, provided a recap of the summer conference and a preview of events taking place in August. Also covered the Executive Order on price transparency.
Tasha Bunting, Associate Director of Commodity and Livestock Programs with Illinois Farm Bureau, shares information on the Executive Order recently issued regarding livestock issues and what that means to livestock producers.
Kendra Anderson, Midwest Dairy Association, reports on plans for the Illinois State Fair including the sculpting of the Butter Cow.
Mark Gebhards, Illinois Farm Bureau, provides a summary of a meeting with Trade Representative Kathryn Tai on trade with China and future opportunities. He also comments on the Executive Orders issued by the Biden Administration on Right to Repair and Livestock Pricing transparency.
Clay Sundberg, 2019 Illinois State Fair Master Showmanship winner from LaSalle County, shares his memories from the contest.
JenniferTirey, Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers Association shares information on pandemic funding for livestock farmers and other issues important to the pork industry.
Alan Bjerga, National Milk Producers Federation, talks about the dairy industry's place in climate policy conversation.
An interview with Dr. Dermot Hayes from Iowa State University on the findings from his study of the reduction of line speeds in livestock processing plants.
Betty Haynes, Illinois Beef Association talks about summer events being hosted by the organziation.
Conversation with Tasha Bunting, Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Commodity and Livestock Programs. They discuss the return of county fairs and livestock shows, safety precautions being taken and the fact that many shows are experiencing record number entries and participants.
Don Parrish, Senior Director of Regulatory Relations with AFBF, reflects on his 33-year career upon retirement and the issues and successes he’s been involved with. Specifically, Waters of the US, that has recently resurfaced and the impact to livestock production.
Betty Haynes, Illinois Beef Association on Beef Quality Assurance training sessions and the EDGE conference being held this summer.
Eric Mittenthal, National Hot Dog and Sausage Council on the council’s plans for National Hot Dog Day on July 21 and the search for a Hot Dog Ambassador.
Eric Mittenthal, President National Hot Dog & Sausage Council, talks about his job promoting Hot Dogs and Sausages and the Independence Day connection.
Allen Kollmann, Illinois Pork Producers Association President, talks about current and improved hog prices and events for youth involved in the industry.
Morgan Jones, Illinois Farm Bureau Youth Department Summer Intern, gives a preview of the Master Showmanship Contest on August 13 at the Illinois State Fair.
Dave Fischer, retired Extension Dairy Educator on the recent honor of being recognized with the Holstein Association USA’s Distinguished Leadership award.
Alan Kollmann, President Illinois Pork Producers Association talks about current issues and events in the pork industry and the association.
Mark Gebhards, Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities comments on the initial steps taken by the Senate Ag Committee to investigate livestock price transparency and movement by the USDA to assist local processing facilities.
Collin Watters, Director of Exports and Logistics with the Illinois Corn Growers association, talks about how corn exports and investments into meat exports potentially help drive corn demand.
Illinois Pork Producers Director of Communications, Jenny Ring, shares activities at the TEAM Purebred National Junior Swine Show, the Illinois Livestock Leadership Institute, and the State Fair.
Interview with Illinois Beef Association Environmental Steward Award Winner Jim Berry of Wildberry Farms in Hanover, Illinois.
Brian, Duncan, Illinois Farm Bureau Vice President, talks with FarmWeek’s Dan Grant about the potential reduction of line speeds and the potential impact to pork production.
Andrew Bagley, a beef farmer from Macoupin County talks about the education and background that led him to his current role as the owner of a local meat market.
Andrew Bagley, a livestock producer from Macoupin County joins the show to talk about his family’s venture, Bagley Farms Meat Market.
Andrew Bagley, a livestock producer from Macoupin County joins the show to talk about his family’s venture, Bagley Farms Meat Market.
Alan Bjerga, National Milk Producers Federation shares information on trade opportunities for high quality US dairy products coming out of COVID-19.
Interview with Illinois Beef Association Environmental Steward Award Winner Jim Berry of Wildberry Farms in Hanover, Illinois.
Rita talks with Dr. Paul Walker, newly elected President of the Illinois Beef Association.
Rita gives more coverage from the Summer Illinois Beef Association Conference in East Peoria.
Rita talks to Buzz Iliff ahead of the Summer Illinois Beef Association Conference in Peoria.
Rita with her weekly discussion with Illinois Pork Producer's Executive Director Jennifer Tirey.
Jason Propst, Total Livestock Services, provides commentary on profitability, taking into consideration current feed prices and cash market prices.
Toni Dunker, Advance Trading on the Livestock Markets, and the reaction to the JBS Cyber Attack.
Gabe Seabert, President of the Tractor Wheels 4-H Club in Livingston County, highlights his livestock project 4-H and the impacts both have had on his life. Also tells us about the 4-H Club’s Service Project in honor of Memorial Day.
Jennifer Tirey, Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers, reports on the kickoff of the 2021 IPPA Future Leaders Program.
The impact slowing down processing plant line speeds can have to the livestock industry.
The future of the packer processing industry and freezer beef opportunities with Nic Anderson, Illinois Livestock Development Group.
Mark Gebhards, Executive Director Governmental Affairs and Commodities, Illinois Farm Bureau provides commentary on state and national issues. Livestock issues ranging from the disparity in the livestock industry, status of second round of CFAP payments to swine producers, line speeds in processing plants are highlighted.
Dan Jennings, University of Illinois 4-H Animal System Youth Development Educator, discussed the Junior Livestock Conference held in person in April. This conference is led by the State 4-H Livestock Ambassadors for 7th, 8th and 9th graders to help further their animal science education and skill sets.
Josh St. Peters, Executive Vice President Illinois Beef Association, highlights the summer conference that will be held June 8 & 9 in East Peoria, IL.
Nic Anderson, Illinois Livestock Development Group talk about finding the balance of feeding in a pasture and barn housing environment.
Travis Mateer, Beef Educator with University of Illinois Extension and Nic Anderson, Illinois Livestock Development Group talk about current issues facing beef production.
Josh St. Peters, Executive Vice President, Illinois Beef Association reviews the IBA summer conference being held in East Peoria, June 8 & 9.
Dr. Ngozi Ezike, Illinois Director of Public health and Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello discuss COVID-19 recovery and vaccination efforts in rural Illinois and the impact to upcoming county and state fairs.
Alan Bjerga, National Milk Producers Federation, on environmental legislation that improves the good work already being done by dairy farmers and port congestion and its impact on dairy exports.
Part one Josh St. Peters Executive VP Illinois Beef Association talks about the tough economic times for producers and the IBA survey being sent this week to membership for input on policy.
Jennifer Tirey Illinois Pork Producers talks about the second class of Future Leaders of IPPA
Part two Tim Maiers Adams County -celebrating May Beef Month and talking about farming with his son Trevor. Looking to the future for livestock farmers in Illinois
Celebrating Beef Month-Tim Maiers Adams County farmer talks about today's sustainable beef production
Betty Haynes Director of Communications Illinois Beef Association May Beef Month Promotions
Jennifer Tirey Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers talks Illinois Tree Buffer Grant opportunities for pig farmers
U of I Beef Extension Specialist Travis Mateer talks about spring issues and plans for summer grazing
Nic Anderson Business Developer Illinois Livestock Development Group looks at higher feed cost and changing buying habits
Part two Travis Mateer U of I Beef Extension Specialist talks about feed alternatives with higher feed prices facing producers
Travis Mateer U of I Beef Extension Specialist talks about the growing pastures, grazing and haying
Illinois Beef Association Betty Haynes Director of Communications talks IBA Summer Conference dates and details of other activities of the Illinois Beef Association
Earth Day conversation with Gary Assay Henry County Pig Farmer talking about the benefits of tree buffers, and opportunities with programs like Illinois Tree Buffer Initiative & EQIP
Jenny Ring Director of Communications Illinois Pork Producers details the Illinois Tree Buffer Initiative and the grant program through IPPA opening this week on Earth Day.
Betty Haynes Director of Communications for the Illinois Beef Association talks about Illinois Junior Beef Association and upcoming activities for Illinois Beef and Illinois Livestock
Jennifer Tirey Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers talks about the successful week for IPPA members virtual visits with key legislators in Washington
Alan Bjerga National Milk Producers Federation talks about Earth Day connections for the dairy industry
Dan Halstrom President and CEO U.S. Meat Export Federation offers a complete update on industry numbers and looks ahead to potential in 2021
Don Schaefer Mid-West Truckers talks about the Biden Infrastructure Plan and potential impact on the ag industry
Jennifer Tirey Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers previews the spring legislative visits next week on behalf of the industry
Brad Beaver Illinois Department of Ag talks about the need for farmer-to-farmer communication from field to livestock farm
Part two Jazmine Wingert a Junior at the University of Wisconsin Platteville talks about her strong start in life and her dairy roots in Stephenson County Illinois
Jasmin Wingert Stephenson County is currently a Junior at the University of Wisconsin Platteville and talks with Rita about her life in the dairy industry and her involvement in the Dairy Cattle Club. 'Looking forward to a great career in agriculture'
Jennifer Tirey Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers talks about the excitement around the final four in Illinois Pulled Pork Madness
Marty Marr Chair Illinois Livestock Development Group talks about the ILDG Consumer Education Campaign
Nic Anderson Business Developer Illinois Livestock Development Group looks at spring and jobs available on livestock farms
Lance Zimmerman ,Cattle Fax, discusses this month's cattle on feed report and the market ahead.
RFD Livestock Report features Jenny Ring with Illinois Pork Producers Association. She talks Pulled Pork Madness 2021. The field has been narrowed to 8.
State Rep. Dan Swanson. He’s one of just of a handful of farmers actively engaged in farming. He discussed spring calving season on his Henry County farm.
Wednesday RFD Livestock Report is with fifth generation livestock farmer Ryan Reeverts from Ogle County. Reeverts Farms is finding great success with their retail meat license and locally raised beef.
Mercer County hog producer Chad Bell. He discusses transitioning from the harsh winter into the spring months.
Nic Anderson Business Developer talks with RFD's Rita Frazer about the spring job market for livestock farms and anticipation for spring planting
Peoria County Pig farmer Cheryl Walsh talks with RFD's Rita Frazer about the 52 weeks of operation under COVID
Jennifer Tirey previews the Illinois Pork Producers Association Board meeting for mid-week and talks about Animal Disease Prevention and Preparedness
Betty Haynes Director of Communications Illinois Beef Association previews the Illinois Beef Expo schedule of events
Jennifer Tirey Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers talks about animal disease prevention and work with the Illinois Department of Agriculture on the Secure Pork Document Program.
Alan Bjerga National Milk Producers talks about hope for dairy product demand as the economy and school reopen
Nic Anderson Business Developer Illinois Livestock Development Group talks about spring conversations and opportunities for long- term plans
Part 2- Katie Sellmeyer Macon County Beef Producer and Secretary of the Prairie Beef Association talks about the details of the Prairie Beef Association Scholarship
Katie Sellmeyer Macon County Beef Producer and Secretary of the Prairie Beef Association talks about life on the farm this year and the opportunity for young people in Macon, Piatt and Dewitt counties to apply for the Prairie Beef Association Scholarship.
Tasha Bunting Associate Director of Commodity & Livestock Programs Illinois Farm Bureau talks about disaster assistance available for Illinois farmers and livestock producers impact by recent storms
Jason Medows Part 2-Cattle farmer and pharmacist talks about his calling to produce his podcast Ag State of Mind
Jason Medows talk about his Missouri cattle farm and his popular Ag State of Mind Podcast. Medows is the keynote speaker at the upcoming Women in Ag Conference, set for March 26.
Jennifer Tirey Executive Director of the Illinois Pork Producers talk about the upcoming IPPA Board meeting and the spring outlook.
DeLoss Jahnke talks with Travis Mateer U of I Beef Extension Specialist and Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale Manager about the sale results from Thursday’s big event in Colchester, IL
Carey Martin Texas Farm Bureau Radio Network- last week's winter blast in Texas and the impact on livestock
After the freeze comes the thaw for the livestock industry- Nic Anderson Business Developer Illinois Livestock Development Group.
Part two Let's meet Alan Kollman the new President of the Illinois Pork Producers. Kollman also shares his goals for the year ahead and talk about the key to effective communication. Kollman is a pig farmer from Effingham County.
Nic Anderson Illinois Livestock Development Group talks about winter weather and animal care!
Dr. Rod Johnson Head of U of I Animal Science Department talked with Rita about the new Feed Technology Center and the 2021 production. Johnson also highlighted a recent donation from the McMillan Family of Bond County.
Rodney Knittel Asst. Director of Transportation and Infrastructure -Virtual Rules for the Road details
Josh St. Peters Executive VP Illinois Beef Association talks about his Bond County roots.
Nick Anderson Illinois Livestock Development Group-Opportunities in the livestock industry
Jennifer Tirey Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers- Wednesday's Video Series, Pork to Go
Part two with Travis Mateer U of I Beef Extension Specialist and Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale
Travis Mateer U of I Beef Extension Specialist-details on the Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale Feb.25
Tasha Bunting Associate Director of Commodity & Livestock Programs talks about Illinois Dairy Summit
Nick Anderson, Illinois Livestock Development Group joins in a conversation as the calving season approaches.
Jenny Ring with the Illinois Pork Producers shares information on the virtual Pork Expo and IPPA Scholarships.
Jennifer Tirey with the Illinois Pork Producers gives an update on Illinois Phase 1B COVID vaccines and additional CFAP dollars available for livestock.
Nic Anderson with the Illinois Livestock Development Group visits for part two of "Making the most of 2021 for Livestock". Calving season and greener pasture are right around the corner.
Betty Haynes, Illinois Beef Association announces the new Executive VP for the Illinois Beef Association as Josh St. Peters, shares information on the February issue of Illinois Beef, and details on the Beef Expo.
Tasha Bunting, Associate Director of Livestock Programs at the Illinois Farm Bureau provides updates for livestock farmers who signed up for Illinois Livestock /CARES Grants last fall through the Illinois Department of Agriculture.
Finding opportunity for livestock farmers and making the most of existing barns with Nic Anderson
from the Illinois Livestock Development Group.
Jennifer Tirey of the Illinois Pork Producers gives details of the Virtual Illinois Pork Expo and February Video Series.
Jennifer Tirey Illinois Pork Producers, update on Phase 1B vaccines for ag and virtual Pork Expo information.
Matt Henry, Associate Director of Business Development at Maschhoffs, talks about the Pig Barn Open House this week in Morgan County and gives an update on the industry as we start 2021.
It's a Pig Barn Open House in Morgan Count. Join Farm Week's Dan Grant as he visits with Jarrad and Kara Colwell.
Tasha Bunting, Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Commodities & Livestock Programs, previews the Illinois Dairy Summit.
RFD's Rita Frazer talks with Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue about young people in Agriculture and the bright future for ag in America.
It's a 2020 Rewind with Leanne Casner. We're talking Dairy Industry Service Award from the Illinois Milk Producers on this episode.
Travis Mateer, U of I Beef Extension Specialist, State Coordinator BQA, and Sale Manager for Illinois Performance Tested Bull Sale, has details on the BQA virtual training and IPT Bull details Sale 2021.
Travis Mateer, University of Illinois Beef Extension Specialist, visits about winter feeding and preparing for calving season.
Betty Haynes, Director of Communications at the Illinois Beef Association, gives new dates for the Illinois Beef Expo and Beef Quality Assurance opportunities.
Do you remember the "12 Days of Christmas?" Jenny Ring of the Illinois Pork Producers shares the "12 Pork Facts of Christmas."
Jenny Ringer, Illinois Pork Producers, shares about a bacon donation to the Jacksonville Food Bank on behalf of a Morgan Pig Barn opening for business in 2021.
Tasha Bunting, Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Livestock Program gives an IDOA grant update and more details on the Illinois Dairy Summit 2021.
Tasha Bunting, Associate Director of Livestock and Commodities at the Illinois Farm Bureau, updates on IDOA grant programs, and previews the Illinois Dairy Summit 2021.
Betty Haynes, Illinois Beef Association gives her updates on Beef Expo plans and BQA online opportunities.
Jennifer Tirey, Executive Director of the Illinois Pork Producers shares details about vaccines for packing plant workers, IPPA December Board Meeting, virtual expo and webinars in February, and Pork Power final numbers.
Don Schaefer Mid-West Truckers rolls through the conversation. COVID19 and the need for truck drivers are the main topics in this podcast.
Tom Vilsack, former Secretary of Agriculture and President/CEO of US Dairy Export Council, looks at 2020 and dairy export in the US.
This podcast features a conversation with Rita Frazer and Alan Bjerga with National Milk Producers.
Jennifer Tirey, Executive Director of Illinois Pork Producers, shares an update on the LMFA grant checks heading to producers this week, the virtual Illinois Pork Annual Meeting in Feb, and the Pork Power update.
Jen Sorenson joins RFD's Rita Fraser for Part Two in a two-part interview to discuss the National Pork Board and Trade.
Jen Sorenson, President-Elect at the National Pork Producers, shares her pig farm background and passion for the pig business in Iowa.
Jeff Grady, Knox County livestock farmer shares his story of getting started and coming back to the farm.
Nic Anderson of the Illinois Livestock Development Group gives Thanksgiving thoughts and the importance of our need for the poultry industry.
Today we are revisiting an on-farm interview with Dan Erickson a Knox County Pig Farmer.
Angie Kreiger Vice President Domestic Marketing National Pork Board talks about the increase in demand for pork in 2020
Sonny Perdue, US Secretary of Agriculture, joins RFD's Rita Frazer to update news and events affecting our farmers.
Betty Haynes, Director of Communication at Illinois Beef Association announces opportunities for young people through the IBA Scholarship and Internship programs.
Betty Haynes of Illinois Beef talks BQA workshops and the Illinois Beef membership drive.
This podcast is the third and final segment in a three-part series with Dan and Betty Haynes farmers in Menard County. The Haynes share thoughts on how they see the future.
Dan and Betty Haynes of Menard County share their farming story in Illinois in Part Two of this two-part series.
Dan and Betty Haynes of Menard County share their story as grain and cattle farmers. This is Part one of a two-part series.
Leanne Casner joins in Part Two of our 2 part series learning about her Illinois Milk Producers Association Dairy Industry Service Award.
Leanne Casner of Christian County visits with RFD Radio's Rita Frazer about her recent 2020 Dairy Industry Service Award.
Travis Mateer, U of I Beef Extension Specialist, talks about upcoming Beef Quality Assurance training and Illinois's testing opportunities.
RFD's Rita Frazer is with Travis Mateer, U of I Beef Extension Specialist, Orr Research Field Day preview for today, November 5, 2020.
In this podcast, we share information from The National Pork Board on preventing and preparing for foreign animal disease.
Hay! Hay! Hay! RFD's Rita Frazer talks Hay Auction with Tyler Hamilton, Hamilton Family Livestock in Madison County.
Dr. Dave Pyburn, National Pork Board Sr. VP of Science and Technology and Chief Veterinarian shared an African Swine Fever update on prevention and preparedness and a new program, Ag View, that will launch on November 9.
Tasha Bunting, Associate Director Livestock Programs, Illinois Farm Bureau, gives farmers one last reminder to sign up under the Livestock Management Facilities Grant Program-before the October 31 deadline.
Betty Haynes, Director of Communication, Illinois Beef Association, shared an update on the search for an Executive VP, the new dates for NCBA 2021 Convention, and a signup reminder for Livestock Management Facilities Grant.
Betty Haynes, Director of Communication at the Illinois Beef Association, updates RFD Radio on the search for an Exec VP, shares the new dates for the NCBA 2021 Convention, and a signup reminder for Livestock Management Facilities Grant.
With the Illinois Pork Producers, Jennifer Tirey gives an IPPA update and information and deadlines on the last week of National Pork Month.
"Favorite Pig Farmer" picks from Colleen Callahan IDNR Director, Mark Gebhards Exec. Dir Govt Affairs and Commodities ILFB, Rodney Knittel Asst Dir of Transportation and Infrastructure ILFB, Tasha Bunting Associate Director Livestock & Commodities ILFB.
Dr. Buzz Iliff, President of the Illinois Beef Association, and Travis Mateer U of I Beef Extension Specialist and Beef Quality Assurance -BQA- State Coordinator, talk BQA training opportunities for this fall.
Dr. Buzz Iliff, President of the Illinois Beef Association, shares a fall update on animal health and Prem ID.
Joe Schuele, U.S. Meat Export Federation, talks about the USMEF making the world smaller for livestock farmers.
Joe Schuele, U.S. Meat Export Federation, talks about the USMEF making the world smaller for livestock farmers.
Joe Schuele, U.S. Meat Export Federation, talks about the USMEF making the world smaller for livestock farmers.
Illinois Farm Family Food Markets Commodity Corn Soybean Beef Poultry Pork Agriculture News Policy Weather Crops Production Issues Horticulture Dairy
Jennifer Tirey, Illinois Pork Producers, plans for a virtual Illinois Pork Expo Feb 2021 and also talks about Pork Month promotions.
Joe Schuele, U.S. Meat Export Federation, talks about the USMEF making the world smaller for livestock farmers.
Bill Graff, State Executive Director, Farm Service Agency, with a reminder to livestock farmers to sign-up for CFAP two, the deadline is Dec 11, 2020.
Kristi Jones, Deputy Director of Illinois Dept of Ag, shares details on the Illinois Livestock Management Facilities Grant Program.
Jennifer Tirey, Illinois Pork Producers Executive Director, offers more information on the Illinois Livestock Management Facilities Grant Program.
RFD Radio's Rita Frazer talks with Bill Graff, State Executive Director Farm Service Agency, about the CFAP-2 signup for all Illinois farmers, including special notes for livestock farmers.
RFD Radio's Rita Frazer talks again with Betty Haynes, Illinois Beef Association about, the grand success of the "United We Steak" campaign, consumer reach, and the ongoing efforts with the IL Beef Directory.
RFD Radio's Rita Frazer talks with Betty Haynes, Director of Communications Illinois Beef Association about, internship opportunities for young people at IBA.
RFD Radio's DeLoss Jahnke talks markets following last week's Cattle on Feed and Hogs and Pigs Reports.
RFD's Jim Taylor visits with IDOA Director Jerry Costello. Costello shares that there were roughly fifty percent of juniors showing in the livestock shows this year compared to regular fair years.
RFD’s Rita Frazer is joined by Jennifer Tierney IL Pork, who explains that the detection of ASF in Germany’s wild boar is causing a temporary closure of all exports of the product to many of their partners and leading to opportunities for US export of pork.
Dr. Brown part two-RFD Radio's Rita Frazer continues a conversation with Dr. Julie Brown Rock Island County Family Practitioner about the medical needs of farmers.
To spotlight National Farm Safety and Health Week, RFD Radio's Rita Frazer talks with Dr. Julie Brown a family doctor serving Rock Island and Henry Counties. Brown talks about her family farm roots and serving the special needs of the farm community.
RFD's Rita Frazer talks with Illinois grain and livestock farmer Marty Marr of Morgan County about his thoughts on the livestock industry. Marr was recently elected as the President of the Illinois Livestock Development Group.
RFD's Rita Frazer talks with Melissa Rhode, Member Services and Public Relations at Illinois Farm Bureau, about summer 2020's virtual livestock shows and member appreciation.
RFD's Rita Frazer talks with Jennifer Tirey, Executive Director Illinois Pork Producers, about the virtual Hill visits on behalf of the Illinois Pork Industry. Tirey also comments on the state of the pig business this month and gives an update on the CARES money still coming to Illinois through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.
RFD's Rita Frazer talks with Brian Sager, Livestock Superintendent Illinois State Fair, about the plans and works behind the Junior Livestock Expo and details for this weekend's final events of the summer in Springfield.
Travis Mateer, U of I Beef Extension Specialist, shares cover crop recommendations and a Beef Quality Assurance update
RFD's Rita Frazer talks with Jenny Jackson, Illinois Pork Producers about IPPA sponsorship of summer livestock show, new pork brand, and October-Pork Month activities.
RFD's Rita Frazer talks with Ted Ufkus, COO Professional Swine Management Carthage. Ufkus talks about the current crop conditions in Western Illinois gives a harvest preview and an update on pig markets.
RFD's Rita Frazer talks with University of Illinois Beef Extension Specialist Travis Mateer about fall feeding options for producers and offers recommendations for pasture analysis and cover crop seeding.
Travis Mateer, University of Illinois Beef Extension Specialist shares on good feeding options for beef producers this fall; silage and great value in corn byproducts.
RFD's Rita Frazer talks again with Daniel Whitley USDA Foreign Ag Services on the trade picture for livestock.
Rita talks with Daniel Whitley, Associate Administrator USDA Foreign Ag Service, about top trade issues and opportunities for U.S. agriculture and the livestock sector.
Dr. Jordan Thomas, Missouri State Reproduction Specialist, shares information on a new estrus synchronization protocol evaluated at the University of Missouri, greatly improving heat response and pregnancy rates to fixed-time AI in beef cows.
RFD Radio's Rita Frazer talks with Dr. Jordan Thomas, Missouri State Beef Reproductive Specialist, about their research that found improved pregnancy rates with a new synch protocol.
RFD Radio's Rita Frazer talks with Tasha Bunting Associate Director of Commodities and Livestock Programs about working for the livestock industry under COVID19, including options for small and very small processing facilities in the state. Bunting also talks about adjusting distribution methods for dairy products and comments on the Illinois Livestock Development Group meeting this week.
Jennifer Tierney, with the Illinois Pork Producers Association, talks with RFD's Rita Frazer about additional relief that could be available as part of the federal funding package in September. She also shares about packer plant flow, her virtual conversations with leaders in Washington D. C., and the board meeting scheduled on September 9, 2020.
.
RFD's Rita Frazer talks with Betty Haynes Director of Communications for the Illinois Beef Association. Haynes announces the 2020 Illinois Beef Foundation scholarship winners and talks about the many ongoing projects promoting beef during a time when there is a large number of cattle in the country.
Kevin Gordon Illinois State Fair manager and special events manager Stephanie Hardy talk about the Junior Livestock Expo at the ISF in September.
Toni Dunker of Advanced Trading in Quincy talks livestock prices and marketing advice for farmers.
Jennifer Tirey from Illinois Pork shares information about webinars and market information available to producers... and even includes a few positive thoughts for farmers.
State Fair memories 2018 & 2019 with Ty Knodle of Montgomery County and Ryan Stohlquist of Poplar Grove, Illinois.
Livestock Report Rita talks with U of I Animal Science Professor Dan Shike at the Illinois Beef Expo
Livestock Report Rita reports from the Illinois Beef Expo and Bull Sale, talking with Shelby County Farmer Curt Rincker
Rita talks with Steve Foglesong Illinois Cattlemen and Past President of the National Cattlemens Beef Association
Rita talks with Gary Porter NCGA Board Member Missouri Corn and Cattle Farmer attending the Cattle Industry Convention in San Antonio
Nic Anderson Illinois Livestock Development Group previews next weeks Illinois Dairy Summit and Pork Expo
Buzz Iliff President of the Illinois Beef Association, Pam Janssen President of the Illinois Pork Producers on Prem ID
Rita talks with Illinois Pork Producers President Pam Janssen about the Illinois Pork Expo next week in Springfield.
Rita talks with Dr. Lisa Becton with the National Pork Board about animal disease prevention, ASF and Prem ID
Rita talks with Bond County Dairy Farmer Frank Doll. Frank represented Illinois and the Dairy Industry at the AFBF Annual Meeting in Austin, TX
Rita talks with Paul Dorrance, Pastured Providence Farmstead about leveraging animal movement for the benefit of the land, livestock and the bottom line.
Rita talks with Mark Gebhards about the implications of the Senate passage of USMCA on livestock and all of agriculture.
Travis Mateer U of I Beef Specialist talks with Farm Weeks Dan Grant about Beef Quality Assurance success and the upcoming Illinois Beef Expo Performance Tested Bull Sale
Travis Mateer U of I Beef Extension Specialist talks about current wet and muddy conditions for cattle with Farm Week's Dan Grant
Rita talks with Sam Stock Southern Illinois Business Developer for The Maschhoff's while at a pig barn open house in Clinton County last week.
In today's RFD Livestock Report - more highlights from Rita's coverage of the Pig Barn Open House in Clinton County this week and her conversation with Ken Maschhoff. Maschhoff talks about ASF Biosecurity, and Trade.
Today Rita talks with Ken Maschhoff Chairman of the Board The Maschhoffs as he attended the pig barn open house in Clinton County this week on the Diekemper Farm near Carlyle, Illinois. Maschhoff talks about his early start in the pork industry.