AgDay Podcast

Aug. 3: The Senate is prepping to mark up its version of the Farm Bill on August 6th. E15 and MCOOL are both topics as negotiations come down to the wire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 31: A recommended settlement between Cargill the union workers at its Fort Morgan, Colorado plant is on the table, plus what it looks like to trace Cyclospora cases.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Secretary of State Brooke Rollins visits the Douglas, Arizona port ahead of phased reopening of the border, plus cattle deaths are climbing as the persistent heat impacts many areas of the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Corn took the biggest hit it's seen to its good-to-excellent rating for this time of year — in 20 yearsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phased reopening of southern cattle ports with Mexico begin on august 24th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New U.S. tariffs just took effect on Friday. The U.S. says it found around 60 countries didn't do enough to stop forced labor in supply chains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A breakdown of the SDRP money that is available for struggling farmers and the impending deadlineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farmers monitoring the numerous geopolitical impacts on the marketsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump calls for 50% tariffs on some Canadian goods.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S. officials meet in Mexico this week for final USMCA trade negotiations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The president's accusations against China in a Thursday night prime time speech are now fueling trade worries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins gathers with farmers to talk about how to modernize the USDA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new poll shows a record amount of voters support year-round E15. Michelle Rook is talking to the Renewable Fuels Association about these responses and how they could drive Congress to action.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Canada ups restrictions to exports of animals from Texas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grain no longer exempt in the Russia-Ukraine ConflictSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Global challenges are leading to fewer crops than experts were predicting. Corn is the big takeaway this month. Less supply could spark higher prices. The markets saw a rally Friday as a result.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farmers are facing many challenges from Mother Nature. From excessive rain, to this week's heat, Michelle Rook looks at if this adverse weather is hurting the crop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Deere and the FTC have reached a settlement a year and a half after the antitrust lawsuit was filed. Deere has to provide farmers and independent repair shops with the same resources as authorized Deere dealers for the next ten years. It also has to pay $1 million in legal expenses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Office of the United States Trade Representative is holding hearings this week for countries who violated trade agreements. One is Brazil. Michelle Rook is finding out how the price of beef — and the bottom line for U.S. cattlemen — could be impacted.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chinese Ministry of Commerce reports China and the U.S. are dropping its tariffs. For China — it's a 10% tariff against soybeans and grains. For the U.S. — it's a 10% fentanyl tariff. Michelle Rook is finding out what this means for growers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a reflection of the first half of 2026 through the eyes of cattlemen. The safety challenges as herds face New World Screwworm, historic droughts, extreme wildfires, dwindling herd numbers and more. We'll introduce you to the real people finding solutions every day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farm Journal proudly present "Roots of a Nation: 250 Years of Agriculture." As the United States marks its 250th birthday, we are sharing the powerful stories of how agriculture helped build America from the ground up. We showcase the values and innovations that are a testimony to the enduring spirit of farmers, ranchers and agricultural businesses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. does not intend to extend the USCMA, plus millions of dollars are presented in opportunities to expand America's domestic fertilizer production.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump has signed an executive proclamation -- temporarily suspending duties on Moroccan phosphate, plus the much-anticipated June acreage numbers from the USDA are delivered.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crippling heat from the Midwest to the East Coast this week — how its impacting famers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump signs regenerative ag executive order, and USDA releases new rules on regenerative feedstock at the same time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sen. Supreme Court sides with Bayer — citing that federal law preempts state-level cancer warning requirements.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sen. John Boozman — One-on-One with the architect of Farm Bill 2.0. GR Farm Shop in Attica, Michigan features a load of last year's hay headed to auction. Bovinevetonline.com Brand Leader Andrea Bedford goes in depth on a herd loss at a Kansas farm and what producers can do to keep it from happening to themSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S. Senator John Boozman, also chairman of the Senate Agricultural Committee, delivers Farm Bill 2.0 to his colleagues for debate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

VP J.D. Vance has plans for Iran's unfrozen assets post-war end — potentially targeting some of them to buy American agriculture products.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Controlling the advance of New World Screwworm will be challenging for producers who have active wildlife populations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new step in the USDA's reorganization plan has been announced. This step is part of the wider plan Secretary of Ag Brooke Rollins announced last July.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A misleading advertisement is popping up in Iowa. The ad is in opposition to the Save Our Bacon Act, which would eliminate Prop 12.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two days of negotiations could predict the future of the USCMASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Practical guidance for livestock producers warding off New World Screwworm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AgDay had boots on the ground as the ranch that reported the first confirmed case of New World Screwworm opened its gates to the USDA and reporters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins is back in Texas to visit the ranch where the first New World Screwworm case was reported.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mexico bans most American livestock because of the New World Screwworms in the U.S.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the front lines of New World Screwworm with ranchers and field experts assessing the impact of the parasite's arrival in Texas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brooke Rollins holds media briefing on the New World Screwworm cases advancing in Texas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott signs declaration on New World ScrewwormSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The USDA has deployed strike teams and activated a response playbook to contain New World Screwworm. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says no widespread infestation is expected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Testing underway after the USDA says first possible case of New World Screwworm appears across the U.S. border.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New World Screwworm is now 25 miles from the U.S. border. The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture is weighing in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The stars are aligning for U-S biofuels policies to provide relief at the pump and additional revenue for farmers. The Treasury Department is now drilling down for the final guidance on 45Z.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

American cotton growers get a boost from the USDA, plus an investigation into the fertilizer industry, and new world screwworm is getting closer to Texas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The FTC says it will be investigating the fertilizer industry, plus oil pushes new inflation numbers, and how one man's vision is turning old barn wood into eternal vessels.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S wheat conditions could be among the lowest on record, plus a ranching family feels the sting of drought in Nebraska, and a Montana rancher looks to the future with conservation efforts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The week begins with more U.S. strikes on Iran, plus Farm Journal's Exclusive State of Dairy report is out, and it's a story of community, strength and hope as wildfire ravaged neighbors in Nebraska gather for branding day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rising from the ashes in Nebraska. We begin a series of special reports showcasing the hope and resilience of ranchers recovering from devastating wildfires, plus senators are gassing up to tackle E15 just in time for the summer travel season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We share our favorite stories from the last few months, as well as showcase a farmer whose crop has a special Memorial Day meaning, and also tell the story of a veteran and his wife who have turned an apple orchard into a sacred place to remember the fallen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.