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In the grain, hay, potatoes and cattle are multi-million dollar crops. Rick Worthington, the networks agribusiness communications specialist, keeps producers up-to-date on farming, ranching and dairy activities. Rick has been known to be the first to break farm industry news stories weeks in advan…

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    The Economics of Dairy Digesters - Part Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025


    The economics have changed when looking at building digesters on dairies to convert manure into energy.

    The Economics of Dairy Digesters - Part One

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025


    Terrain senior dairy analyst Ben Laine says digester economics aren't what they used to be.

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    Hybrid Wheat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025


    Hybrid corn is largely to thank for the massive yield increases we've seen in that crop over the past century. But attempts at hybrid wheat have never yielded the same results.

    Food Versus (Bio)Fuel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025


    Agriculture has the opportunity to be a renewable source of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), but some argue that this will take production away from food.

    Disease Super Locus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025


    One example of how gene editing could help lead to better tools for farmers.

    Why Bees Are Dying

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025


    Bee colony collapse led to the formation of Project Apis m back in 2006.

    2nd Sight's Technology for Labor Analytics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025


    Often when we talk about the ability for technology to help with farm labor we automatically default to robots. But there are other ways technology can help address challenges with farm labor.

    Technology to Address Grower Needs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025


    You could waste a lot of time and money trying all of the various technologies directed at farmers.

    Demand Response

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025


    Did you know that when the grid is stressed, farmers can get paid to power down?

    Not All Good Ideas Need Venture Capital

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025


    Venture capital has played a big role in funding ag tech innovation — and that's a good thing, but plenty of innovations happen without it.

    AgList Launches the 'Yelp for Agriculture'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025


    Sorting through the growing number of ag products on the market today can be overwhelming, especially when every company claims to have the next big thing.

    Can Almond Acreage Rebound?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025


    In recent years almond growers have faced some tough economic realities with rising costs and historically low prices.

    An Almond Grower's Perspective on Ohalo's Self-Fertile Nonpareil

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025


    A potential game-changer could be on the horizon for almond growers.

    Irrigation Matters

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025


    When it comes to successful crop production, few factors carry as much weight as water management.

    Novel Use Cases For Farm Robots

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025


    Grain Weevil's goal is to build a tool so that no farmer has to ever get into a grain bin while there's grain in it.

    Robots Can Make Farming Safer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025


    Farming is a very dangerous occupation, and one of the most dangerous places on a farm is a grain bin.

    Innov8.ag Acquires 2nd Sight

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025


    Innov8.ag announced the acquisition of 2nd Sight Bioscience, an agricultural labor tracking and inventory systems provider

    Precision Irrigation Addresses Two of Western Agriculture's Biggest Challenges

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025


    Two things that are constantly in short supply in western agriculture are labor and water.

    Expanding 4-H In Developing Countries

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025


    In Africa, crop yields are 80% lower than the United States average. Can school based agricultural education help?

    De-Risking Ag Innovation Through School-Based Agricultural Education

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025


    Farming always involves an element of risk, so how is a producer supposed to take on the additional risk of trying new and innovative approaches?

    New Farm Ideas Through Youth Education

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025


    What if new ideas can take root through educating the youth?

    Impact of Wildfires on California Avocados

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025


    Wildfires in Southern California this past year had an impact on the crop. Will the trees recover?

    Future of Precision Irrigation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025


    Can irrigation catch up to technological advancements in other areas of farming?

    Netafim Partners With Treetoscope

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025


    Netafim, a global leader in precision irrigation, announced today a new partnership with Treetoscope.

    Cover Crops in California

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025


    Over 20 years ago, Petty Ranch began planting cover crops to improve soil health in their Ventura County avocado orchards.

    Avocado Ripening

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025


    The marketing and distribution of avocados have changed dramatically over the years, with ripening improvements making a big difference.

    Digital Platform For Precision Irrigiation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025


    The weather is heating up, which means so are irrigation needs throughout farm country.

    Adding Conservation Expertise to Agronomic Advice

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025


    Mosaic's farm-centric program designed to bring in expertise that a farmer doesn't have access to on a day to day basis.

    Ag Technology and Connectivity

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025


    Technology continues to advance, and it is becoming more accessible to farmers. But what about connectivity?

    Supporting Farmers Through Challenging Ag Economy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025


    Agribusiness suppliers are looking for ways to help support farmers through these challenging times.

    Tech Expectations

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025


    Farmer adoption of technology has evolved at an impressive pace. Today, farmers aren't just open to innovation — they expect it.

    The Mosaic Company Foundation for Sustainable Food Systems

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025


    The Mosaic Company just relaunched its Foundation focused on farmer led initiatives.

    Breaking Down The Wall Between Startups and Big Corporates

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025


    Since 2022, CNH Ventures has been trying bridge the gap between fast-moving startups and experienced ag teams.

    Most Disruptive Technologies in Agriculture

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025


    What is the most disruptive technology emerging in agriculture today?

    Ag Innovation Takes Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025


    Technology coming to agriculture from outside the industry are often surprised at how complex the problems are on the farm

    Can Farmers Catch Lightning In A Bottle?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025


    Green Lightning is manufacturing machines that can allow farmers to manufacture some of their nitrogen needs on farm using only energy and water as inputs.

    UbiQD Secures Series B Investment

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025


    The quantum materials company with a focus on agriculture, has secured its Series B funding to accelerate its expansion as the U.S. leader in quantum dots.

    Greenhouse Crops Benefitting From Quantum Dots

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025


    UbiQD recently announced they've secured their Series B funding to accelerate its expansion as the U.S. leader in quantum dots.

    Quantum Dots Technology For Greenhouse Growers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025


    UbiQD, a quantum materials company with a focus on agriculture, has secured its Series B funding to accelerate its expansion as the U.S. leader in quantum dots.

    Equipment for Small Farms

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025


    Twisted River Farms growers Steve Strasheim says simple innovations, like the paper pot transplanter, have been instrumental in saving time and energy.

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    Customer-Focused Farming

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025


    The demands of a small-scale, direct-to-consumer farm are vastly different than those of a large, commercial operation.

    Direct To Consumer Still A Viable Option

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025


    Direct-to-consumer marketing models like farmers markets and CSAs have evolved a lot over the years, with plenty of ups and downs along the way.

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