Around the Table with CHS: Recent Episodes
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Topics that matter to youVoices across the cooperative system discuss current ag topics and share how you can benefit from being connected to an organization where decisions are made by the people who own it.
Choosing the right crop adjuvants can make or break a tank mix. Codee Lee, a crop protection and adjuvants expert with CHS, provides adjuvant selection tips to help maximize performance of crop protection products.
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Lisa Kons, Minnesota Safety Council safety and advocacy director, and Taylor Kippels, a transportation safety specialist with CHS, provide advice and resources to curb distracted driving and help keep everyone safe on the road.
McKenzie Smith, an agronomy products expert with CHS, offers insights on how starter fertilizer can help get your crops off to a strong start.
Truck Driver Appreciation Week sheds light on how drivers serve agriculture and how technology is changing transportation.
Steve Meisch, a grain sales manager with CHS, explains the forces affecting crop market volatility and the benefits of making crop marketing plans before harvest.
No matter what your agronomic or soil health goals may be, there’s likely a cover crop approach that’s right for the job. Christian Rohloff, an agronomist with CHS, talks about the benefits of adding cereal rye, radishes and other cover crops to your rotation.
The CHS Miracle of Birth Center is one of the most popular attractions each year at the Minnesota State Fair. Learn how a collaborative effort between CHS, the Minnesota FFA Association and the University of Minnesota brings the free educational exhibit to life.
Nick Courville, an animal nutrition consultant with CHS, talks about the benefits of creep feeding for beef cow-calf herds and how to gauge return on investment.
Bulk fuel tank monitoring and automated delivery services can ease stress and ensure a consistent fuel supply during peak seasonal demands.
Soybean acres declined by 5% this season. Learn how the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture acreage report could impact marketing plans.
Blake Murnan, an agronomy product development manager with CHS, says custom blends are the next evolution of seed treatments for targeted pest control.
The Progressive Agriculture Foundation Safety Day program is the largest rural safety and health education program for children in North America. Learn how the program helps make farms and ranches safer for children.
Brian Kuhl, CEO of the Progressive Agriculture Foundation, shares advice and resources to help keep kids stay safe on farms and in rural communities.
Dylan Tacke, a CHS agronomy specialist, explains why farmers should develop a crop plan that accounts for unexpected in-season agronomic challenges.
John Griffith, executive vice president of ag business with CHS, described how market access program funds benefit U.S. farmers during a recent congressional hearing on international trade.
A fall deadline looms for Congress to pass a new farm bill. Will Stafford, a CHS government affairs representative in Washington, D.C., provides a legislative update and discusses two hurdles standing in the way of passing the bill on time.
Food insecurity is on the rise, increasing the demand on food banks throughout rural America. Learn how co-ops and communities are rallying to help fight hunger.
Effective weed management is complex and requires investment. James Rose, a weed management specialist with CHS, provides tips to help farmers make the most of their crop protection investments.
Horn flies can be a costly production challenge for cattle operations, hurting performance and adding health concerns. Adding an effective fly control supplement to rations can help reduce horn fly populations. Learn how to integrate supplements into your feeding program for season-long horn fly control.
Dan Mauer, CHS Washington, D.C., representative, provides an update on legislation to allow year-round E15 sales.
Kevin Meyer, lubricants technical expert with CHS, offers preventive maintenance tips to optimize equipment performance throughout the growing season.
Nelson Neale, head of CHS global research, discusses what shifts in China and Brazil mean to the future of U.S. agriculture.
More consumers are expected to transition to electric vehicles in the coming years. Nelson Neale, head of CHS global research, explains what that means for farmers and highlights new market opportunities.
Nelson Neale, head of CHS global research, explains why high input costs could persist in the near term and offers suggestions for managing supply and price risk.
Nelson Neale, head of CHS global research, continues his look at emerging trends in agriculture with a discussion on technological advancements for farmers to watch.
Nelson Neale, head of CHS global research, discusses agriculture’s labor shortage and shares insights for recruiting and retaining the next generation of ag workers.
Nelson Neale, head of CHS global research, explains how recent macroeconomic forces are affecting bottom lines across agriculture.
Grain Bin Safety Week helps raise awareness about hazards related to on-farm grain storage. Paul Stevenson, senior risk management consultant with Nationwide, offers tips to stay safe.
Charlie Carter, product quality and additives manager for CHS refined fuels commercial supply, offers tips to ensure fuel is field-ready this spring.
Megan Wolle, president of the CHS Foundation, describes how the organization supports ag education and leadership development through industry connections and grant programs.
Joe Lardy, market intelligence and insights analyst at CHS breaks down the USDA’s November WASDE report and explains what it could mean for end-of-year markets.
Ben Doane, barge freight manager at CHS, provides an update on disrupted barge traffic and explains how supply chains could be affected.
Jay Debertin, president and CEO of CHS, explains how cooperatives are adapting to meet agriculture’s evolving global needs.
Dryland wheat farmer, Debbie Kulm, discusses how the farmer-first culture of her local co-op benefits her family business.
Minnesota farmer, Ryan Mackenthun, shares how cooperative ownership adds value to his business and community.
C.J. Blew, first vice chair of the CHS Board of Directors, discusses the future of cooperatives.
Carley Potter, talent acquisition operations specialist at CHS, shares tips for job seekers new to the agriculture industry.
Will Stafford, CHS Washington representative, provides a farm policy update and discusses how mid-term elections could influence the next Farm Bill.
Fall fertilizer applications can help balance spring workloads and ensure crops have the nutrients they need for a strong start next season. Mark Herz, technical product specialist for CHS, offers best practices for managing fall crop nutrient applications.
There are several factors creating a tight diesel supply this year. Scott Svacina, vice president of refined fuels sales for CHS, describes how farmers can prepare to keep their operation running through the harvest season.
Creating a customized, easy-to-follow grain marketing plan is critical for maximizing farm revenue potential. Patty Uhrich, a commodity broker at CHS Hedging, shares tips for developing a successful crop marketing plan.
Sustained increases to fertilizer prices are forcing farmers to make tough crop nutrition decisions. Steve Carlsen, director of proprietary agronomy products for CHS, offers tips for improving ROI potential on fertility applications.
Extreme weather, inflation and the war in Ukraine are all creating uncertainty for U.S. grain markets. CHS global market insights analyst Joe Lardy discusses what factors may shape the rest of the season.
Aging horses require diets higher in fat and fiber to maintain performance. CHS animal nutrition consultant, Crystal White, shares tips to help senior horses thrive.
Extreme inflation can be a negative force for farm profitability, but Nelson Neale, vice president of CHS global research, shares how farmers can weather uncertainty to manage margins.
Inflation and market volatility are impacting purchasing and marketing opportunities for farmers and ranchers. Nelson Neale, vice president of CHS global research, offers insights and strategies for coping with price swings.
ATVs contribute to more than 100,000 injuries each year. Brittney Nelson, a senior risk management representative with Nationwide, offers tips to keep operators safe on and off the farm.
Early weaning can be an effective strategy to manage forage supply for beef herds during drought conditions. CHS Animal Nutritionist Cory Parsons shares recommendations to reduce stress and get calves off to a good start when weaning day comes early.
Strong commodity prices should influence crop protection plans this year. CHS Agronomy Technical Specialist Codee Lee shares what you can do now to capitalize on increased revenue potential.
Rising agriculture diesel costs are cutting into farmers’ profit margins. Jason Schwantz, CHS senior vice president of refined fuels, explains why diesel prices are on the rise and offers advice on how to minimize effects on the farm.
Agriculture supply chain issues continue to cause disruptions for farmers, ranchers and retailers. Justin Cauley, senior director of transportation at CHS, explains how transportation industry labor shortages are playing a role and what to expect.
Cybercriminals prey upon the ag industry and may use creative tactics to access your data. CHS chief information security officer, Sarah Engstrom, shares tips to safeguard your business.
Joy Kirkpatrick, a farm succession specialist with the University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension, offers tips for managing mental health during the busy spring season.
An effective weed control strategy stops weeds before they can compete for resources. Corey Klaphake, CHS agronomy technical product specialist, offers these spring weed control tips.
Joe Lardy, market intelligence and insights analyst with CHS Global Research, provides analysis on the April WASDE report.
Recent USDA reports show numbers of soybean acres substantially rising and corn acres diminishing. What could this mean for the markets and your plans for the upcoming growing season? Kent Beadle, director of producer brokerage for CHS Hedging, explains.
Todd Dysle, CHS crop nutrient expert, talks about fertilizer considerations ahead of spring planting and how world events are affecting the crop nutrient market.
Will Stafford, CHS Washington representative, discusses farm policy changes that will be considered by Congress this year, including the next farm bill.
Devin Gaugler, CHS grain origination specialist, discusses why sunflowers might be the right fit for farmers’ crop rotations this growing season.
Cash Yount, animal nutrition sales manager with CHS, shares how proper nutrition helps make a successful winter calving season.