AgDay Podcast

Cargill locks its plant doors to workers in Colorado, plus historic numbers in a new CattleFax Cow-calf Survey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Secretary of Agriculture finally reveals part of the plan to mitigate the fertilizer crisis, plus we are in the field to wrap our spring planting tour in Iowa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17 billion dollars in U.S. agricultural products is what the White House says China is agreeing to, plus double-digit gains in grains today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trumps debriefs with reporters after leaving the Chinese trade summit, plus exclusive Farm Journal poll reveals farmer frustration, and wind and fire ravage in the West.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The President wraps up his Chinese trade summit with an early grain markets tumble. Plus E15 advances to the Senate, while a proposal to consider a gas tax holiday gains momentum with lawmakers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

International leaders expected to discuss war with Iran, trade, tech and more. The agriculture community is hoping it leads to a break from high prices, and more buyers for their crops.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The White House halts plans to issue executive orders impacting the beef industry, and the new WASDE report predicts the smallest wheat crop in more than half a century. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump is not willing to accept a proposed peace deal with Iran and oil prices again rise. This news, as Trump preps to go to China and Congress gets ready to talk E15. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A court says no to the President's 10% global tariff, plus a farmer tells our Haley Bickelhaupt how things are going after a historic wildfire, and Machinery Pete explains why there is a plethora of farm equipment up for auction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A delegation of lawmakers is in China right now - setting the stage for next week's talks between the two countries' leaders.Senator Jerry Moran is among that group - and tells us which crops are up for debate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're watching three headlines for farmers. Purdue University's ag economy barometer dropped six points in April. President Trump ends Project Freedom in the Strait of Hormuz. And we're talking to the chairman of the House Ag Committee about the farm bill passing its first hurdle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diesel prices don't look like they will go down anytime soon and we are on the road with Tyne Morgan with our planting tour in Iowa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton Griffiths Hosts AgDay: Soybean planting is flying down South as thousands of workers take buyout offers from USDA and farmers face another fertilizer price increase. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. will now guide ships through the troubled Strait of Hormuz, 64 Holstein Calves are stolen in Ohio, and Haley Bickelhaupt talks next generations farming with her brothers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gas prices jumped nine cents on Friday, a record since the start of the war with Iran. Plus weather is impacting the nation's cattle herd and an old enemy, pseudorabies, is back in the pig population.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. House finally gets the Farm Bill through but not without some dramatic wrangling. The pesticide provision is out and the E15 conversation is tabled until later. Michelle Rook reports on E15. Also, farmers in the northeast are taking stock after an April freeze and projecting yield losses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA's taking short- and long-term steps to lower fertilizer costs. Michelle Rook has the details. Plus, Walmart's expanding its dairy footprint in Texas and the latest on stolen agricultural drones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Debates on a number of farm bill amendments are holding up a House vote on the bill. How pesticide liability is playing a big role in the discussions. Also, we share another planting update. But this week, our farmer has a history in the NFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing arguments today in a major case involving the herbicide glyphosate. Plus, we break down an announcement on farmer disaster relief and share why one man thinks corn yields could reach 1,000 bushels per acre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announces Supplemental Disaster Relief Funding at a farmer in Missouri, Friday. She also answers media questions on fertilizer. What to know about the farm bill vote that's heating up. We also breakdown why farmers could care about action in the Supreme Court, Monday. Plus, how high-speed internet in Arizona could be the key to the future of farming. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. House of Representatives could vote on the farm bill next week. We have more on the latest amendments filled and the USDA's latest restructuring plan. Plus, a look at how 2 trillion gallons of water from storms in Hawaii are impacting farmers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Between drought and freezing temperatures, the nation's winter wheat crop is struggling. We also share the latest on the Farm Bill and what a top trade official told members of Congress on Capitol Hill. Plus, we dive into why tomatoes cost more right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the south, dry conditions are speeding up planting pushing farmers at a record pace. We continue our Plant Your Independence Tour catching up with farmers in the Midwest. Also, what sectors of DOJ is looking into, and how close the latest detection of New World Screwworm is to the U.S. border.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA's latest report says there are less cattle on feed than last year, and USDA's top food safety official shares reopening the border could impact beef production in the U.S. We also look at a new study analyzing the cost of California's Proposition 12, and talk with Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig about fertilizer meetings in Washington, D.C. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tyne Morgan hosts. The Strait of Hormuz reopens, easing global supply pressure as fertilizer markets stay volatile. USDA pushes domestic production plans while ag commodities close lower. Plus New World Screwworm threats and pistachio prices surge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AgDay host Haley Bickelhaput is on the road in Illinois: Drought is tightening its grip across the U.S., fertilizer markets are under pressure, trade and livestock policy are in focus, and wheat is rallying while corn and soy stay quiet. Plus, USDA launches a new seafood office, Caterpillar makes a big ag tech acquisition, and severe weather threatens farm country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Planting is underway, but there is plenty of uncertainty around the 2026 crop. From planting decision, fertilizer analysis and the latest on talks between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Xinping. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We kick off our Plant Your Independence Tour following six farmers planting season across the Midwest. Members of the Trump Administration continue to weigh in on the fertilizer industry and prices. Also, there's a new investigation into Lululemon, and it could be good news for cotton growers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haley Bickelhaupt hosts AgDay: After years of negative margins, cotton farmers are welcoming a boost in prices. Farm Journal's Tyne Morgan gives us a report from West Texas. Also, we dive into the President's comments on fertilizer and flooding in Kansas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haley Bickelhaupt hosts AgDay: The National Cattlemen's Association says U.S. beef demand reached a 40-year high in 2026. We talk with the Joplin Regional Stockyards about the morale of cattlemen and layout the USDA’s updated plan for New World Screwworm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haley Bickelhaupt hosts AgDay: Drought tightens its grip on U.S. agriculture as planting season nears, with major impacts on cotton, wheat and more. We track conditions, markets, Fed signals, fertilizer cuts, and new USDA AgTech testing—plus how worms are helping farmers reuse water.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haley Bickelhaupt hosts AgDay: Markets rally after Middle East ceasefire, but fertilizer costs, ag trade, and 2027 crop concerns linger. Plus, Plains rain, dairy demand, and corn planting updates on AgDay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haley Bickelhaupt Hosts AgDay: Drought is hitting wheat farmers in the south. A Texas famer shares how his crops are faring, and USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey gives weather insight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haley Bickelhaupt Hosts AgDay: A strike is over at the world's largest meat packing plant. AgDay's Michelle Rook dives into what it means for the beef industry. Plus, how a big fertilizer purchase by India could impact farmers in the U.S. and how a garden is inspiring the next generation on one family farm in Kansas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haley Bickelhaupt Hosts AgDay: Ahead of planting some farmers are getting unexpected news—the fertilizer they booked and paid for, isn't coming. Plus, what new DEF rules from the EPA mean for the nation's truckers, and meet the farmer supplying the eggs for the White House Easter Egg Roll.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haley Bickelhaupt hosts AgDay: They're the best in the business, but how have they managed to keep their operations going through good times and bad? Meet this year's Top Producer award winners and finalists.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haley Bickelhaupt hosts AgDay: We dive into what changes to ARC & PLC could mean for producers. Plus, why the use of anhydrous might not be as effective right now for producers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haley Bickelhaupt hosts AgDay: USDA releases its Prospective Planting report for 2025. See how many acres of corn, soybeans, wheat, and cotton surveyors say farmers will be planting this year. Plus, what producers could be seeing when it comes to dealing with H-2A paperwork.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haley Bickelhaupt hosts AgDay: USDA is poised to release its latest prospective plantings report. We see what market watchers are expecting. Plus, an update on people who have had to make split-second decisions to escape the wildfires in Nebraska.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump announcing a number of changes at the White House Friday, that will impact American farmers and ranchers. New information on biofuels blending levels and DEF topped the list. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Areas of the U.S. are in extreme and exceptional drought. It's impacting winter wheat and new wildfires in Nebraska. Plus, why two Senators are asking for a national security investigation into farm equipment made in Mexico. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EPA announces a summertime waiver for E15, a blend of fuel with 15 percent ethanol. Tyne Morgan takes us to Mississippi where planting is beginning to wrap up and acreage could see shifts. Plus, how much money one study says a duties on Moroccan phosphate have cost farmers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haley Bickelkaupt hosts AgDay: Could we actually see a farm bill this year? Both houses of Congress appear poised to get moving. Plus, the Ag Secretary pays a visit to Nebraska to see the damage caused by massive wildfiresSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haley Bickelhaupt hosts AgDay: Farm cost calculations are changing as fertilizer and fuel impact balance sheets; firefighters gain control of Nebraska wildfires; new estimates on planting intentions and cotton growers rally in Washington; meet the new AgDay anchor, Haley Bickelhaupt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton Griffiths hosts AgDay: President Trump calls for a new Farm Bill as Congress turns up the heat on fertilizer prices. Nebraska Cattlemen give an update on the wildfire situation and Machinery Pete is reporting records at recent auctions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton Griffiths hosts AgDay: Could more aid be coming soon to producers? We have an update on what Congress is debating right now. Plus, the latest from the wildfires in Nebraska, and what heat in the West could mean for the winter wheat crop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton Griffiths hosts AgDay: How many acres of corn, soybeans, and wheat will farmers plant this year? We have the latest acreage survey from Allendale. Plus, cotton prices spike and see what's left following the fires in Nebraska.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton Griffiths hosts AgDay: As firefighters continue to battle wildfires in Nebraska, we hear from ranchers in the fire zone about what they've lost and what they need. Plus, why one producer was forced to dump a day's worth of milk in Wisconsin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton Griffiths hosts AgDay: Soybeans plunge to start the week as an upcoming summit between President Trump and Chinese President Xi may have hit a snag. Plus, an update on the union worker strike at the JBS plant in Greeley, CO, and its impact on ranchers, as Nebraska battles wildfires.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton Griffiths hosts AgDay: A big rally in grains has farmers emptying their bins. We'll have an update on what's being sold. Plus, some other reasons why China may have stopped taking some soybeans from Brazil right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton Griffiths hosts AgDay: Farmers are looking ahead when it comes to planting. We check in with an Indiana producer who is faced with some difficult decisions. Plus, why Cargill isn't moving Brazilian soybeans to China right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.