Hoosier Ag Today Podcast Network

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On the latest episode of the "4-H 4U" Podcast: Greg Allen chats with Indiana 4-H State Ambassadors Morgan Keith (Johnson County), Ani Ackerman (Daviess Co.), and Izzy Gibson (Putnam Co.) as they share how 4-H has helped them develop leadership and life skills! “4-H 4U” is one of the many podcasts now available as Hoosier Ag Today presents YOUR Purdue Extension—a podcast network!

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On the latest episode of the Indiana Ag Policy Podcast: Eric Pfeiffer chats with Katie Nelson, Indiana Farm Bureau’s new Executive Director of Public Policy, as she shares INFB’s legislative priorities for 2026. The Indiana Ag Policy Podcast is presented by the Indiana Corn Growers Association and the Indiana Soybean Alliance. Support for the podcast is also provided by Indiana Farm Bureau.

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How has the weather impacted the end of this year's crop? And what does our winter weather outlook say?   Find out as Mike Howell sits down with Nutrien Ag Solution's Sr. Science Fellow and Atmospheric Scientist, Eric Snodgrass, to unpack what's shaping up to be quite a familiar story; La Niña is back, and this winter's weather patterns are looking a lot like last year's.   Eric breaks down why the Bermuda High has shifted and how that's fueling dry conditions across the mid-south, and what farmers can expect heading into another La Niña winter. He explains the odd episodes of drought we've witnessed in the last three years, the current moisture pattern we're in, and his long-range weather outlook around the globe, from Europe and Australia to North and South America.   Plus, he shares his biggest watch out this season. Hint: it's all in the Gulf of Alaska.   Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com   Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics

On the Tuesday edition of the Hoosier Ag Today Daily Podcast: It’s our “Crop Tour Tuesday” as Eric Pfeiffer checks in with farmers all across the state to get an update on harvest progress. Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your dry Indiana Farm Forecast. Plus, John Zanker with Risk Management Commodities reviews Monday’s grain markets.

Cows can lose over 100 pounds per night, but how?  Special and returning guest Ryan Batt has taken Jeff and Sal out of the podcast room for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  As you may remember, Ryan is the Facility Manager for United Producers Inc, and they’re coming to us from the Little York Livestock Market.In addition to learning how and why a single cow can lose that much weight overnight, you’ll learn how the animals are stored prior to going to the sale ring and what it takes to run a busy market day.  You’ll hear about the various types of livestock sales they handle in Little York, m and Ryan will also educate the listeners about preconditioned calves.  We know that cattle numbers are low, but what does that mean for the future markets and livestock numbers overall?

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The intersection of innovation and regulatory – specifically when it comes to food is health – is a growing conversation. This week, we are joined by Dave Riggs, Business Cluster Unit President for Eurofins SFA, to talk laboratory science, consulting food brands around the world and health emerging as a trend on their minds. We get into:  The work his SFA team leads and who they aim to serve How much food companies have to think about in product development and the risks that come up in a product’s life cycle in quality and safety standard aren’t met How laboratory scientists approach their work like consultants to overcome challenges and drive big outcomes for food brands around the world Food is Health making its way into the Eurofins labs and unintended consequences that have come alongside the movement Balancing innovation and scientific discovery with an evolving regulatory landscape Challenges and headwinds on the horizon for the food industry and how those create opportunities for creativity across the value chain Dave’s advice to young talent considering science careers What’s ahead for Eurofins

On the latest edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: You'll hear harvest updates from all corners of the state, including an update on harvest progress around east-central Indiana from Elizabeth Pfaff, Channel Seed Pro and owner of Golden Acre Ag. Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Harvest Weather Forecast presented by Beacon Credit Union. Plus, Brian Basting with Advance Trading discusses the impact that President Trump's new tariff threat on Chinese imports has had on the grain markets.

On the "Finally Friday" edition of the Hoosier Ag Today Daily Podcast: Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Harvest Weather Forecast presented by Beacon Credit Union. A Purdue College of Ag grad tells us how she found her career. Plus, Karl Setzer with Consus Ag Consulting reviews Thursday’s grain markets.

A pretty dry Indiana Farm Forecast, a crop update from the east central part of Indiana, and soybean futures get another boost on Wednesday- that's all coming up on the HAT Podcast presented by First Farmers Bank & Trust!

Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says it'll actually feel like fall in his Indiana Farm Forecast. The ag markets are trading a bit blind right now without USDA reports- Arlan Suderman from StoneX provides market analysis. And the latest from the Purdue Ag Economy Barometer released on Tuesday- you'll hear it all on the HAT Podcast presented by First Farmers Bank & Trust!

How can we navigate agriculture's economic cycles, and what does the state of the ag economy look like today?   In this episode of The Dirt, host Mike Howell sits down with Executive Vice President and President of Global Retail for Nutrien Ag Solutions, Jeff Tarsi, to explore how growers can confidently manage the upswings and challenges of the ag economy.   They discuss what today's challenges look like compared to the 1980s farm crisis, from high interest rates and various geopolitical issues to yields, land values, and commodity prices. Plus, Jeff uncovers and explains how improvements in efficiency, technology, and our understanding of soil health have strengthened our system and economic resilience over time.   They also explore how relentless consistency, a willingness to try new things, and a 'controlling the controllables' mindset can help growers thrive through economic swings on the farm.   Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com   Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics

On the latest episode of the “Your Farm” Podcast: The use of drones, satellites, robotic equipment, and computers are rapidly changing the way that farms are doing business. Adam Shanks, Digital Agriculture and Natural Resources Curriculum Lead for Purdue Extension, joins us to talk about the many ways that Digital Agriculture is improving farming operations. He also discusses the Digital Agriculture Curriculum available through Purdue Extension. "Your Farm" is one of the many new podcasts now available as Hoosier Ag Today presents YOUR Purdue Extension—a podcast network!

On the Tuesday edition of the Hoosier Ag Today Podcast: It’s our "Crop Tour Tuesday" with harvest updates from farmers all across Indiana. Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast and John Zanker with Risk Management Commodities in Lafayette reviews Monday’s grain markets.

Guess who’s back.  Glenn’s back!  Sal Sama is the solo host today joined by special guest, Glenn Longabaugh, for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  As you may already know, Glenn is the Technical Agronomist here at Premier Companies, and he’s here to share a 2025 harvest update.What’s the green stem phenomenon?  Glenn will explain what’s happening with delayed senescence and the factors involved.  He’ll also tell us why our corn has gotten so tall this year and why he believes yield will be strong this season.  Sal and Glenn will discuss why each grower should consider doing a push test on their corn and how that could help prioritize harvest to minimize yield losses.  You’ll also learn how drying corn can help prevent fungi from continuing to degrade stored corn and why growers should be considering maintaining phosphorus levels based on what was removed by the crop.  This is another episode you’re not going to want to miss!

Developing and recruiting next generation talent is a critical topic for all industries and agbioscience leaders are no stranger to the conversation. This week, we are joined by National FFA CEO, Scott Stump, to examine how young leaders are developed, getting them engaged in agbioscience and looking ahead to the excitement that is October for National FFA in Indianapolis as their Convention and Expo looms near. We get into:  Scott’s story – from leading students in the ag classroom to leading the National FFA Organization What the organization does and who it exists to serve How Scott has seen the makeup of National FFA students evolve over his career – and how that’s changed the organization What National FFA hears from industry partners on challenges they are facing in terms of workforce and talent development How agriculture education will need to shift in the future to meet industry needs The upcoming 98th National FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis, what to expect and why it’s important to unite to share ideas What’s ahead for National FFA

On this edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Harvest Weather Forecast presented by Beacon Credit Union. Also, Brian Basting reviews Friday's grain markets. Plus, we have the ag news stories from this past week impacting Indiana agriculture!