AgriTalk

We have a conversation with Iowa Renewable Fuels Association executive director Monte Shaw about biofuels and carbon pipelines. Phil Flynn of The PRICE Futures Group joins us to discuss energy market outlook, geopolitical football issues like the war in Ukraine, and optimism for some of President-elect Trump's cabinet appointments. And we have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We welcome Iowa State Senator Dennis Guth (Dist. 28) to continue the conversation on the Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline project, including his opposition to it and discuss when it is and isn't appropriate to exercise eminent domain. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Tim Recker of Iowa and Randy Urmacher of Nebraska.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Newton is the executive head at Terrain and he joined Chip at NAFB's Trade Talk event to discuss trade issues, the Farm Bill, and more. We also met up with Mary Kay Thatcher, Syngenta's senior lead for federal government relations, at Trade Talk and get her perspective on Senator Thune being elected Majority Leader, prospects for the Farm Bill, and the speed of President-elect Trump's cabinet appointments. Plus, we have a conversation with Lee Blank, CEO at Summit Carbon Solutions, about the status of the projects, future plans, and the benefits of carbon sequestration for the ag industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa joins us to discuss Senate Ag Committee Chairwoman Stabenow releasing a Farm Bill today, Senator Thune being elected Senate Majority Leader, and the confirmation process for President-elect Trump's cabinet. The of course we have Machinery Pete. And The Farm CPA Paul Neiffer has read parts of Chairwoman Stabenow's Farm Bill and he shares what he sees.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The appointments keep rolling in for President-elect Trump's forthcoming administration and we hear from Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and Randy Russell of russellgroupdc.com on who's been named and who might be, including USDA secretary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig Rupp is the founder and CEO of Sabanto, Inc. and he joins Davis Michaelsen for a conversation about how A.I. is set to revolutionize agriculture. Then Davis chats with Russell Taylor, vice president at Live Earth Products, about ag and fertilizer trends, including the downside of biochar. Plus we have a new Soy Checkoff Check-in episode featuring a conversation with Susan Watkins, who serves on USB’s Executive and Value Alignment Committees.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We continue to canvas various perspectives on relevant policy and personnel changes expected with the upcoming Trump administration, and this morning we speak with Troy Bredenkamp, senior vice president of government & public affairs at Renewable Fuels Association to hear his thoughts as well. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Chad Leman of Illinois and Quentin Bowen of Nebraska.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Deputy Assistant U.S. Trade Representative Ron Baumgarten joins us to share his perspective on potential trade strategies from the incoming Trump administration, including how U.S. agriculture may be affected. Nate Franzén is president of the ag banking division at First Dakota National Bank and he joins us to discuss the farm economy and the FARM Act.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – reports on strong prices still being seen in the second-hand market, including his Pick of the Week. Plus he previews some eye-opening auctions happening throughout the week. Tom Sell of Combest Sell & Associates shares his perspective on the election results and how things may develop foe U.S. agriculture, including prospects for passing the FARM Act.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our first post-Election 2024 Friday Free-for-all is here featuring Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney, and Pro Farmer editor Brian Grete. They join Chip and Davis for a review of the election results, potential policy initiatives, possible key cabinet appointees and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have a packed show with a wealth of information and perspective from several guests concerning the Federal Reserve, the economy, renewable fuels, and President-elect Trump's influence on them. Our lineup includes Bob Elliott of Unlimited Funds, John Newton and Matt Clark of Terrain Ag, and Jordan Fife of BioUrja.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Jim Mintert, professor and extension economist in the Department of Agricultural Economics at Purdue Universiity, joins us to discuss the results of the latest Ag Economy Barometer. And we have a Farmer Forum with Iowa State Rep. Chad Ingels and North Carolina farmer Frank Howey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Basse of AgResource Company joins us to preview the upcoming WASDE report plus discuss potential election result effects around the world and in U.S. ag. We check in with Paul Neiffer – The Farm CPA – covering several topics, including a reminder on the beneficial ownership information reporting that needs to be done by December 31 and a new tax credit for new pension plans for farmers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – join us for his weekly report on what he's seeing in the used ag equipment market plus it's the day before Election Day and we have Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer talk about which states and which races to watch, including possible scenarios involving the presidential race.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Davis Michaelsen moderates the last Friday Free-for-all before Election Day 2024 with Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer and RealAgriculture's Shaun Haney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Halloween! This morning we have Kyle Kunkler of the American Soybean Association followed by a College Roadshow stop at South Dakota State University with Dean Joe Cassady of the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences. Plus we have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emily Skor is the CEO of Growth Energy and she joins us to discuss a recent trip to Japan for a sustainable aviation fuel and ethanol summit, status of 45Z, the presidential election and what's new in the energy industry. And we have a Farmer Forum with Mike Appert of North Dakota and Bob Hemesath of Iowa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Bennett of Farm Journal takes us through two stories he's recently reported on, including a property search without warrant or consent. As the clock is ticking and questions remain regarding 45Z, Mitchell Hora of Continuum Ag explains the latest information available. Betty Resnick, economist at Farm Bureau, joins us to discuss the U.S. ag trade deficit, including specifics on horticulture trade and impact on the costs of production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – talks about his Pick of the Week plus other used machinery auctions he's keeping an eye on. Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper joins us to discuss Governor Newsom's call for expedited approval of E15 in California.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Friday Free-for-all features Pro Farmer policy analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, RealAg Radio's Shaun Haney, U.S. Farm Report's Tyne Morgan. Topics include the latest Ag Economist's Monthly Monitor and, of course, the presidential election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.