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Each week, go beyond the headlines to hear what the stories the show's producers have been pursuing as they travel around the lower 48 states. Plus, learn more about the market analysts who have broken down the commodity markets for more than four decades on the nationally-distributed program.
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Bridgette Readel spent years in the field working to find solutions, now she's helping build bridges in agriculture through several avenues. We chat with the radio and podcast host.
Agricultural communication expert Janice Person discusses how technology is transforming farming for operations of all sizes, from robotic milking systems to AI-powered precision spraying, while addressing the critical need to attract non-farm talent to agriculture careers.
Academic view on the challenges facing Arkansas farmers with low commodity prices and higher inputs with Dr. Ryan Loy, University of Arkansas.
Economist Dr. Gbenga Ajilore discusses how trade policy uncertainty is creating unprecedented challenges for American farmers. From rising input costs due to tariffs on steel and fertilizer to disrupted export markets, agricultural producers face daily policy changes that make long-term planning nearly impossible.
NPPC President Duane Stateler discusses industry concerns over MAHA food classifications, Prop 12's impact on consumer prices, and the need for clear definitions and legislative solutions.
President of the Iowa Farmers Union Aaron Lehman unpacks the challenges and opportunities facing Iowa agriculture in 2025.
In what has become an annual visit, we take Iowa Secretary of Agriculture, Mike Naig, out for a spin to chat about current events in agriculture while at the Iowa State Fair. This visit gets into trade, livestock prices and water quality.
Tim Koch of Farm Credit Services of America explains shifting land values across the Midwest, highlighting declines and growth with the impact of interest rates, supply-demand, and producer sentiment—along with who’s buying and how—shaping today’s farmland market.
Farm succession expert Mike Downey joins us to explain why only 20–30% of farms have a plan—and why starting tough conversations about heirs, death, and taxes is more critical than ever.
Eden Tesfazghi left war-torn Eritrea 40 years ago in search of safety and landed in the Midwest. A culture shock for sure, her adjustment started after walking through the desert for three weeks and eventually arriving via plane in North Dakota.
Charles Baron from Farmers Business Network discusses how trade uncertainty and record corn yield predictions are creating unprecedented challenges for farmers in 2025.
Two farmers tell opposite weather stories: Ohio's Ben Klick describes the wettest, coldest spring in memory with corn at multiple growth stages, while Idaho's Jamie Kress faces drought with just 1.5 inches of rain during critical growing months. Both adapt with resilience and humor.
J.R. Burdick shares how he’s reshaping farm marketing by stepping off the commodity treadmill and connecting directly with consumers.
Meteorologist Eric Hunt returns to discuss the intense mix of wind, heat, and rain, what it means for the growing season, and how 2025's weather compares to recent eventful growing seasons.
Karen Braun of Reuters Open Interest shares commodity market insights, crop tour analysis, and how weather and trade impact grain prices.
Discussion in front of a live audience as part of our 50th season celebration with Ted Seifried in LeClaire, Iowa.
Dr. Derrell Peel of Oklahoma State University on the perfect storm of the beef industry with the smallest herd in 64 years, cycles of drought and the consumer all contribute to this discussion.
Supply Chain Disruption Solutions: Rural America's Role in Manufacturing Recovery
Gregg Doud goes in-depth on his career in trade and now how dairy fits into global discussions.
Trade deals or not, China holds a big position for American farmers. Josh Hayes is back to follow up on comments from six months ago and make new ones.
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