Adams on Agriculture

Wednesday on AOA, we start the show discussing USDA's reorganization plans and get perspective from former USDA Undersecretary Robert Bonnie. In Segment Two, we hear from Neil Dahlstrom, Manager of Archives and History at John Deere and author of Tractor Wars: John Deere, Henry Ford, International Harvester, and the Birth of Modern Agriculture, to learn more about the book. In Segment Three, we catch up with Missouri Farm Bureau President Garrett Hawkins to discuss a number of topics including the latest news surrounding the Grain Belt Express. Then we close the show in Segment Four discussing 30 years of innovation from Peterson Farms Seeds with founder Carl Peterson.

Tuesday on AOA, we start the show with market analysis and perspective from Don Roose with U.S. Commodities followed by a look at the latest CoBank Quarterly Report with Rob Fox, director of CoBank's Knowledge Exchange, in Segment Two. In Segment Three, we discuss the news surrounding U.S. beef access to Australia and other trade news with Kent Bacus, Executive Director of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. Then we close in Segment Four and discuss the U.S./Japan trade deal and get perspective from Karah Janevicius, trade director for USA Rice.

Monday on AOA, we start the show discussing the grain complex and if cattle markets are at a tipping point with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst for Barchart. In Segment Two, we get the latest details on a potential derecho event Monday afternoon across eastern South Dakota and southwest Minnesota with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. Then in Segment Three, we discuss the threat of agroterrorism with broadcast journalist Steve Gruber followed by ag news headlines in Segment Four.

Friday on AOA, we discuss the Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act along with USDA reorganization plans, the Farm Bill and more with Congressman Dusty Johnson (R-SD). In Segment Two, we get an update on a potential mega merger in the rail industry between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern from Mike Steenhoek, Executive Director of the Soy Transportation Coalition. In Segment Three, we discuss the pace of farm bankruptcies in 2025 with Dr. Ryan Loy, extension economist at the University of Arkansas. Then we close the show with an update on an Obama-era semi truck speed limiter rule that has been thrown out by the Trump Administration. Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President for the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA).

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Thursday on AOA, we start the show with a look at the markets with Jacob Burks from AgMarket.net in Segment One. In Segment Two, we discuss a new AgCountry Farm Credit Services (AgCountry), Farm Credit Services of America (FCSAmerica), and Frontier Farm Credit joint sustainability report and survey, designed to be a resource for sound decision-making for those interested in the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices. We hear from Myriah Johnson, PhD, VP of Sustainability for the Collaborating Associations of Farm Credit Services of America, AgCountry Farm Credit Services and Frontier Farm Credit. In Segment Three, we learn about a new organization Renewable Energy Farmers of America with their executive director Jeff Risley. Then we close the show with an update from the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol with program manager, Tillman White.

Wednesday on AOA, we start the show with a look at the markets and reaction to new trade deal announcements with Chip Nellinger from Blue Reef Agri-Marketing. In Segment Two, we talk about enhancing drought resilience with advanced crop nutrition as Keith Byerly, Commercial Sustainability Lead, The Mosaic Company. Next up in Segment Three, we have a conversation with Senate Ag Committee Chairman John Boozman (R-AR). Then we close the show remembering the life and career of farm broadcaster Mike Perrine as former AOA host Mike Adams joins the show.

On Tuesday's AOA, we start the show discussing USDA's approach to combating New World Screwworm with Dr. Russ Daly, South Dakota State University Extension Veterinarian. In Segment Two, we have a conversation with Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI). Following that in Segment Three, we take a look at the latest market trends and more with Naomi Blohm, Senior Market Advisor at Total Farm Marketing. Then we close the show with ag news headlines in Segment Four including an update on the U.S. Trade Representative reviewing the African Growth and Opportunity Act which provides favorable access to the U.S. market for products from 30 African nations.

Monday on AOA, we start the show with a look at the markets to get the week going with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, are we going to see a prolonged heat dome across parts of the U.S. this week? DTN Meteorologist John Baranick joins us for a look at that and the weather forecast for the week ahead. In Segment Three, we welcome Charley Martinez from the University of Tennessee to the show as we discuss the trends in beef on dairy, the overall herd rebuild and more. Then we close the show with ag news headlines in Segment Four including details on a new yield model forecast out from Commodity Weather Group and more.  

Friday on AOA, we start the show with a look at a positive end of the week in the markets with Mike Minor from Professional Ag Marketing. In Segment Two, we discuss matching cows to their environment, mature cow weights, herd rebuilding and more with Dr. Jamie Courter, State Beef Genetics Extension Specialist at the University of Missouri. In Segment Three, we learn about the 12th annual Mahindra Military Salute Giveaway with Viren Popli, CEO and President of Mahindra Ag North America. Then we close the show hearing a bit of a recent conversation on whether more milk and fewer cows is a smarter path for ag policy with David Javier Iscovich, CEO of Mileutis.

On Thursday's AOA, we start the show with a check of the markets as Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. In Segment Two, we get an update on 45Z and the latest with Mitchell Hora from Continuum Ag. In Segment Three, we discuss the U.S. withdrawal from the Tomato Suspension Agreement with Robert Guenther, Executive Vice President of the Florida Tomato Exchange. Then we close with ag news headlines in Segment Four.

Wednesday on AOA, we start the show discussing Rural Road Safety Week with Laramie Sandquist, Nationwide's Agribusiness Risk Leader in Segment One. Next up, we look at the latest land values report from Farmers National with their Senior Vice President of FARM and Real Estate, Paul Schadegg, in Segment Two. In Segment Three, we talk about markets, yield models and have a conversation with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX. Then we close the show in Segment Four learning about Angus Access with Katie Martin, Director of Communications for the Red Angus Association of America.

Tuesday on AOA, we get an update on the July board meeting for the United Soybean Board with Carla Schultz, USB Director, Communication & Education Chair from Michigan. In Segment Two, we have a discussion about the adoption of technology, innovation and potential problems with commercialization of new tech in ag with Randy Barker, CEO of INTENT. In Segment Three, we get a preview of the 2025 Farm Progress Show coming up August 26th-28th in Decatur, IL with show manager, Matt Jungmann. Then we look at news headlines in Segment Four.

Monday on AOA, we start the show with a look at the tough grain market environment and discuss what the markets are telling us with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get an update on weekend rains in areas that needed it and more weather updates with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we learn about the newly released Beef Industry Long Range Plan with spokesperson Joe Lowe. (Learn more about the new long range plan by visiting https://www.BeefLongRangePlan.com.) Then we close the show in Segment Four discussing the USDA farm security is national security initiative and more with Tate Bennett, Director of Rural Policy at America First Policy Institute.

On Friday's AOA, we look at the latest May red meat export numbers with Dan Halstrom, President and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation. In Segment Two, we have a conversation with David Holt, President of the Consumer Energy Alliance. Next in Segment Three, we talk with author Dave Savage about his book Agritopia followed by news headlines in Segment Four.

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On Thursday's AOA, we start the show with a look at markets with Cory Bratland with AgMarket.net in Segment One. In Segment Two, we discuss the latest Meat Demand Monitor results with Glynn Tonsor from Kansas State University. (Find those online by visiting their website at https://agmanager.info) In Segment Three, we have a conversation with Dylan Lubbe from Agoro Carbon Alliance and take a look at news headlines to close the show in Segment Four.

Wednesday, July 9th 1) Mike Stranz, National Farmers Union 2) Dr. Jim Fredericks, National Pest Management Association 3) Senator Chuck Grassley 4) NEWS HEADLINES

Tuesday on AOA, we start the show talking markets with Garrett Toay from AgTraderTalk in Segment One. In Segment Two, we learn about the SNAP-Ed program and what happens to that amid the passage of the One Big, Beautiful Bill as Jennifer McCaffery, Assistant Dean for the Family and Consumer Sciences programs at University of Illinois Extension joins us for a conversation. In Segment Three, we go over the latest results of the monthly Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer with Dr. Jim Mintert, Professor Emeritus at Purdue's Center for Commercial Agriculture. Then we close in Segment Four, learning about recent testimony on Capitol Hill regarding competition in the meatpacking industry and more with Bill Bullard, CEO of R-CALF USA.

Monday on AOA, we start the show with a look at weather impacts in the markets and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get an update on the weather forecast for the week ahead across the country with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we discuss ethanol provisions in the One Big, Beautiful Bill along with the recent RVO and SRE news with Geoff Cooper, President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association. Then we close out with ag news headlines in Segment Four.

Happy 4th of July! As America celebrates Independence Day 2025, we listen back to a few conversations from our time at the recent R-CALF USA Convention. We hear from their President Dave Hyde of Ohio in Segment One and learn more about what is becoming a divisive issue in the angus side of the cattle industry over a Global Methane Hub research grant with Brian Palmer from Palmer Angus in Texas during Segment Three. In between that, we'll talk about the sunflower crops this season with John Sandbakken from the National Sunflower Association in Segment Two and close the show with ag news headlines.

Thursday on AOA, we start the show with market analysis and perspective as we close out the week of trade with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics in Segment One followed by a conversation with DTN Environmental Editor Todd Neeley in Segment Two. Then in Segment Three, we sit down to talk D.C. policy and much more with Chuck Conner, President and CEO of the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives. We close in Segment Four as Jesse Allen has a look ag news headlines ahead of the holiday.  

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On the latest episode of The Monthly Grind with the National Corn Growers Association, we discuss trade, tariffs and the impact on the rural economy with Nancy Martinez, Director, Public Policy, Trade and Biotechnology with NCGA and Jolene Riessen, Chair of the Iowa Corn Growers Association who also serves on NCGA's Trade, Transportation, and Animal Action Team. 

On Wednesday's AOA, we start the show with a look at the markets in Segment One with DuWayne Bosse from Bolt Marketing. In Segment Two, it's the latest episode of The Monthly Grind with the National Corn Growers Association. We discuss trade and tariffs with Nancy Martinez, Director, Public Policy, Trade and Biotechnology with NCGA and Jolene Riessen, Chair of the Iowa Corn Growers Association who also serves on NCGA's Trade, Transportation, and Animal Action Team. In Segment Three, we talk One Big, Beautiful Bill along with MAHA, trade and more as Kam Quarles, CEO at the National Potato Council joins the show. Then in Segment Four, we discuss livestock news and issues with Carrie Stadheim, Editor at Tri-State Livestock News.

Tuesday on AOA, we start the show with a look at the cattle and grain markets with Kyle Bumsted from Allendale. In Segment Two, we discuss EPA's 2026-27 RVO news, 45Z and more with Donnell Rehagen, CEO of Clean Fuels Alliance America. In Segment Three, it's our first Tractor Zoom Tuesday as we discuss the latest trends in Row Crop Tractors, Row Crop Headers and more with Andy Campbell, Director of Insights at Tractor Zoom. Then we close the show in Segment Four with an update on kochia being found in northwest Missouri with Kevin Bradley, weed scientist with University of Missouri Extension.

Monday on AOA, we start the show with a look at the markets as we wrap up the month of June with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get a rundown of the weather outlook as we head into July with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we discuss the One Big, Beautiful Bill and the Senate outlook along with ag labor/immigration news with Josh Baethge, Policy Editor for Farm Progress. Then in Segment Four, we take a look at ag news headlines to close the show.

Friday on AOA, we start the show by having a conversation with Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins in Segment One. Next up in Segment Two, we discuss the market action this week and get perspective ahead of Monday's USDA reports with Tommy Grisafi from Nesvick Trading and Ag Bull Media. In Segment Three, we get an update on Senate reconciliation and learn about recent efforts to expand opportunities for first-time farmers and small to mid-size manufacturers with Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA). Then we close the show with a look at ag news headlines in Segment Four with show host, Jesse Allen.  

​Thursday on AOA, we take a look at a very bearish commodity market picture this week and get technical analysis from Brian Splitt with AgMarket.net. In Segment Two, we discuss the Innovative FEED Act, the MAHA report, transportation issues and more with Mike Seyfert, President and CEO of the National Grain and Feed Association. In Segment Three, we discuss the latest sales numbers and trends in ag equipment with Curt Blades, Senior Vice President for the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. Then in Segment Four, we discuss the damage and cleanup efforts from severe weather last weekend in North Dakota with Justin Sherlock, President of the North Dakota Soybean Growers Association.

On Wednesday, we start the show with a look at news headlines in Segment One followed by an update on global fertilizer prices with Josh Linville, VP of Fertilizer at StoneX in Segment Two. In Segment Three, we discuss the potential economic harm for cattle producers should New World Screwworm make its way back into the U.S. with economist Betty Resnick. (Read her full analysis here: https://shorturl.at/XzbJ6) Then in Segment Four, we hear about Cooperative Ventures (CHS/Growmark) new investment in Precision AI. Dan McCann, CEO of Precision AI joins us for a conversation.

Tuesday on AOA, we start the show with market analysis and perspective from Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth with Van Ahn & Company in Segment One. We follow that in Segment Two learning about the University of Idaho releasing the finalized results of their 10-year study looking into the impacts of grazing on greater sage grouse populations. Kaitlynn Glover, Executive Director of the Public Lands Council joins us to discuss. In Segment Three, we sat down last week for a conversation and update with South Dakota's Charles and Heather Maude to learn more about their story and where their situation stands now that criminal charges have been dropped by the federal government over the federal land battle on their farm. Then we close in Segment Four and learn about BASF's Real Results Yield Challenge with Brady Spangenberg, BASF's Marketing Director for Crop Protection. Learn more at https://yieldchallenge.basf.us.

Monday on AOA, we start the show discussing market reaction to tensions in the Middle East and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we recap severe weather over the weekend and discuss the hot temps for the eastern half of the U.S. this week with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we hear a conversation about the tax package on Capitol Hill and more with Roger McEowen, Professor at Washburn University School of Law. In Segment Four, we close with a look at the latest ag news headlines to start the week.

On Friday's AOA, we spent some time at the R-CALF USA Convention in Deadwood, SD this week. We hear from South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden to start the show and discuss his recent trade mission to Israel, the Governors Ag Summit that happened this week in South Dakota and touched on the issue of eminent domain and property rights. In Segment Two, we sit down for a conversation with Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) followed by a conversation with Senator Mike Rounds (R-SD) in Segment Three. Then we close the show with ag news headlines in Segment Four.  

Thursday on AOA, we start the show with a recap of Wednesday's market action and price perspective as the markets are closed for Juneteenth with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Then, we get an update on the response to New World Screwworm by USDA as Ethan Lane, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs at National Cattlemen's Beef Association, joins the show. In Segment Three, we get a crop update and discuss issues important to the National Corn Growers Association with newly elected NCGA First Vice President Matt Frostic from Michigan. Then we close the show talking SNAP, Medicaid and more with Vince Hall, Chief Government Relations Officer, Feeding America.  

Today on AOA, we start the show having a conversation about National Safety Month and making sure folks are safe on the farm, ranch and around the agribusiness with Laramie Sandquist, Risk Management leader for Nationwide Agribusiness. In Segment Two, the Corn Sprint is on and we talk about managing crop nutrition this growing season with Roland Leatherwood, crop nutrition lead, at The Mosaic Company. Next in Segment Three, we discuss sustainability in the beef/cattle industry and learn about Albers Craft Meats in Nebraska with founder Blake Albers. Then we close the show with a look at ag news headlines.  

Tuesday on AOA, we start the show with market analysis and perspective from Garrett Toay with AgTraderTalk before we take a look at news headlines from Capitol Hill and more with DTN Policy Editor, Chris Clayton. In Segment Three, it's a conversation with Minnesota Farm Bureau President Dan Glessing followed by the latest ag news headlines in Segment Four.  

Monday on AOA, we start the show with a check of the markets as Chip Nellinger with Blue Reef Agri-Marketing joins us in Segment One. Next up in Segment Two, we take a look at the weather with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we discuss the EPA RVO news from last week, year-round E-15 and the issue of carbon capture pipelines and eminent domain in Iowa with Monte Shaw, Executive Director of the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association. Then in Segment Four, we preview this week's R-CALF USA National Convention in Deadwood, SD with Dave Hyde, President of R-CALF USA.

Friday on AOA, we start the show discussing the Israel/Iran conflict, RVOs, June WASDE and more in the markets with David Brock from The Brock Report. In Segment Two, we hear from Ohio Corn and Wheat Growers Executive Director Tadd Nicholson who discusses the MAHA report, new trade agreements for his state and planting progress. In Segment Three, what is the summer outlook for the ag equipment marketplace? Andy Campbell, Director of Insights at Tractor Zoom joins us to breakdown the trends and forecasts. Then we close the show with a look at ag news headlines in Segment Four.

Today on AOA, we start the show with thoughts on a big swing in soybean basis reported this week and talk markets with Matt Bennett from AgMarket.net. In Segment Two, we learn about a provision in the One Big, Beautiful Bill that could be harmful to the tobacco industry with Ray Starling, general counsel of the NC Chamber and president of the NC Chamber Legal Institute. In Segment Three, we learn about Heaven Hill Distillery launching Family Farms First, an initiative dedicated to supporting family-owned farms, in partnership with nonprofit organization Farm Rescue. We hear from Max Shapira, Executive Chairman of Heaven Hill Brands and Terry Johnston, Manager of Industry Engagement at Farm Rescue. Then we close the show with a look at news headlines in Segment Four.

On Wednesday's AOA, we start the show with a look at grains, cotton, dairy and cattle markets with Shawn Hackett from Hackett Financial Advisors. In Segment Two, we have a conversation with Congressman Tracey Mann (R-KS). In Segment Three, we look at the global picture for grains and oilseeds as we move into summer with Steve Nicholson, Global Sector Strategist for Grains and Oilseeds with Rabobank. Then we close the show in Segment Four with a planting update and talk of what it means to be a Dad on the farm with Brent Renner, fourth-generation farmer and United Soybean Board director from Klemme, IA.

On Tuesday's AOA, we start the show with a check of the cattle market and more with Kyle Bumsted from Allendale. In Segment Two, we get an update on the latest Ag Economy Barometer from Michael Langemeier, Director of the Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture. In Segment Three, it's a conversation with Kentucky's Commissioner of Agriculture, Jonathan Shell. Then we close the show with news headlines in Segment Four.

On Monday's AOA, Jesse Allen is back in the host chair and starts the show with a look at the markets as Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart, joins in Segment One. In Segment Two, we look at severe weather potential, drought concerns and much more with Teresa Wells, DTN Weather Risk Communicator. In Segment Three, we take a look at the latest results for the Meat Demand Monitor with Glynn Tonsor from Kansas State University. (View the latest and historical results of the MDM here: https://agmanager.info/livestock-meat/meat-demand/monthly-meat-demand-monitor-survey-data) Then we wrap up in Segment Four with a look at ag news headlines.

Friday, June 6th (Mike Adams Filling In) 1) Don Roose, US Commodities,  2) Ethan Lane, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, NCBA,  3) Dan Halstrom, USMEF,  4) Tom Brand, Author of the book "Welts on Your Butt a Calf Could Suck: Reflections on Faith,               Family, and a Farm Kid's Life"

Thursday, June 5th (Mike Adams Filling In) 1) Mike Zuzolo,  2) Matt Jungmann, Farm Progress Show/Husker Harvest,  3) Chuck Conner, NCFC,  4) Stephanie Porter, Illinois Soybean Association, 

Wednesday, June 4th (Mike Adams Filling In) 1) Michael Dykes, IDFA,  2) Daren Coppock, Ag Retailers Association, 3) Arlan Suderman, StoneX,  4) Susan Littlefield, Farm and Ranch Media/American Ag Network (LIVE at World Pork Expo), 

Tuesday, June 3rd (Mike Adams Filling In) 1) Matt Bennett, AgMarket,  2) Donnell Rehagen, Clean Fuels,  3) Senator Chuck Grassley,  4) Garrett Hawkins, Missouri Farm Bureau, 

Monday, June 2nd (Mike Adams Filling In) 1) Darin Newsom,  2) John Baranick, DTN Meteorologist,   3) Geoff Cooper, RFA,  4) Jerry Hagstrom,  

Friday on AOA, we learn about a new nutrition brief from America First Policy Institute calling for reforms to federal nutrition programs as Tate Bennett, Director of Rural Policy at AFPI joins the show. In Segment Two, we discuss the state of the swine industry and economic challenges with Chris Ford, VP of Corporate Swine Lending with Farm Credit Services of America. In Segment Three, we get an update from Capitol Hill as we talk reconciliation, Farm Bill, MAHA report and much more with Randy Russell from The Russell Group. Then we close in Segment Four with some news headlines and an update on H5N1 response with Drs. Marisa Rotolo and Heather Fowler from the National Pork Board.

Thursday on AOA, we start the show with a check of the markets as we near the end of the month with Cory Bratland from AgMarket.net. In Segment Two, we discuss the MAHA Commission report along with the latest debate around crop protection tools with Elizabeth Burns-Thompson, Executive Director for the Modern Ag Alliance. In Segment Three, we have a conversation about farm succession planning with Mike Downey, Succession Planning Lead with UnCommon Farms. Then we look at news headlines in Segment Four including a conversation about Mental Health in Ag Day on May 29th.

On Wednesday's AOA, we start the show discussing the MAHA Commission report along with thoughts on reconciliation and the sorghum yield contest with Amy France, Chairwoman of the National Sorghum Producers. In Segment Two, we get an update on various swine disease threats in the U.S. and around the world with Lisa Becton, Associate Director for the Swine Health Information Center (SHIC). In Segment Three, we talk about market action this week in grains and livestock with Ted Seifried, VP and Chief Market Strategist of Zaner Ag Hedge. Then we wrap the show with news headlines including an update on false reports of New World Screwworm in Missouri.

On Tuesday's AOA, we start the show with a rundown of the weather forecast for the end of May with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Two, we catch up on news and policy issues with Joshua Baethge, Policy Editor for Farm Progress. In Segment Three, we talk with House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glen "GT" Thompson (R-PA) about the One Big, Beautiful Bill and the ag provisions in the House passed reconciliation. Then we close the show in Segment Four with a look at the latest news headlines.