Hoosier Ag Today Podcast

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including the first harvest weather forecast of the season and some of the unique opportunities in agriculture beyond row crops that students might be interested in. The Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for another two days of the warm and dry weather, and the Thursday corn, soybean and wheat markets sold off again. Andy Eubank is joined by Karl Setzer for market analysis. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and Greg Allen have the news including another variable year for the Indiana corn and soybean crops and an update on increasing costs of fertilizer. The Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin includes no change in the sunny, warm and dry conditions, and the Wednesday corn, soybean and wheat markets sold off on lack of news and profit taking. Andy Eubank is joined by Tom Fritz for market analysis. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

Helping our Indiana 4-H members to thrive is the topic of the latest episode of the "4H-4U" podcast. Hoosier Ag Today's Greg Allen is joined by Carla Kidwell, Malea Huffman, and Kathleen Bohde with Purdue Extension as they share more about the 4-H Thriving Model and how it creates positive youth development in 4-H programs. "4H-4U" is one of the many new podcasts now available as Hoosier Ag Today presents YOUR Purdue Extension—a podcast network!

On the latest episode of WTF? (What's Threatening Farmers) with Gary Truitt: U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins says, “The Golden Age of Agriculture is just around the corner,” but many U.S. farmers are not buying this line. Purdue University research shows there is a major drop in farmer confidence in the future of farming. Corn growers have seen a long-term downturn in the farm economy. In this podcast, WTF host Gary Truitt examines the implications this has for Midwestern family farms and the rural communities where they live. He chats with Dr. Michael Langemeier, Director of the Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture, as he offers recommendations on how producers can best position their operations to survive this multiyear depression.

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including an economist's view of why corn prices have gained in recent days and details on a new approach to corn rootworm control. The Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin includes continued dry conditions through Saturday, and the Tuesday corn, soybean and wheat markets posted gains, working higher all day. Andy Eubank is joined by Arlan Suderman for market analysis. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

Can your crops really talk?   On this episode of The Dirt, host Mike Howell sits down with Co-Founder and Director of Vivent Biosignals, Nigel Wallbridge, to uncover how biosensors are helping farmers tap into the hidden communication networks inside their plants.   Nigel shares how tiny electrodes and AI algorithms work together to detect internal crop signals before they are visible in the field.   From early warnings of drought, disease, and nutrient deficiencies to real-time insights that improve irrigation and soil fertility planning, this technology is giving farmers a new way to "listen" to their crops. Tune in to explore the benefits of biosensors, what they can detect, and how you can implement them on your operation.   To learn more about biosensors and the new technology offered by Vivent, visit www.vivent-biosignals.com   Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com   Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics          

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including a look at one farmer's corn and soybean crop in southern Indiana, and meet a not-so-typical cattle farmer from Cass County. The summer-like hot and dry conditions continue in the Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin, and the Monday corn and soybean markets sold off while wheat was quietly higher. Andy Eubank welcomes John Zanker with market analysis. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

Why does soil sampling depth matter?  Host Sal Sama is joined in the podcast room by special guests, Drew Schumacher and Blake Albrecht.  Drew is the co-founder and CEO of ROGO Ag, a high accuracy soil sampling company, and Blake is the TRAX Agronomy Lead West at Premier Companies.  You'll hear about Drew's career path and how he went from working in mechanical engineering to founding a business in the agriculture industry.  You'll also learn about Blake's path to Premier Ag and the many hats he wears for the company, including his work with the TRAX department.  You'll learn about soil sampling and how Rogo Ag can remove the human error element in soil sampling and help farmers learn how to apply fertilizer more accurately.  Soil sampling is something that needs to be taken very seriously.  “It's the foundation for so many decisions that get made until the next sample rotation comes around…”

The global GMO testing market was valued at $3.9 billion in 2021, and is projected to reach $6.2 billion by 2031.  With current processes costing time and money, there is a massive opportunity for innovation in genetic detection that benefits grain distributors, seed suppliers and ultimately – the farmer and consumer. Today we are joined by Ryan Skaar, COO of NanoBio Designs, to talk their platform technology and winning AgriNovus' Velocity accelerator. We get into:  What NanoBio Designs does and who they exist to serve through their technology How the company has evolved since locating their headquarters to Indianapolis in 2022 Why they chose Indiana, its entrepreneurial resources and connections, as home base Their technology, IndyStix, and its differentiation from other genetic testing technologies on the market What winning the AgriNovus Velocity accelerator did for NanoBio Designs as a company and what they've done post-win to build momentum How IndyStix creates confidence for the entire value chain  What Ryan sees as NanoBio Designs' biggest opportunities for the future The company's pilot that's currently running and its end goal What's ahead for the company 

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including a look at Indiana corn and soybean yields in the new USDA report and Ted McKinney on why the skinny farm bill isn't a top priority. It is warming up across the Midwest in the new Indiana Farm Forecast from HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin and it will be mostly dry, and the Friday grain and oilseed markets worked higher before and after the USDA September WASDE report. Andy Eubank welcomes Brian Basting with market and report analysis. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

On this week's edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: 28 people lost their lives in farming accidents in Indiana last year according to the 2024 Indiana Farm Fatality Summary from Purdue University. You'll hear from Ed Sheldon, Agricultural Safety Specialist at Purdue, as he discusses the report and shares why a much higher number of those older than 55 are being killed in farming accidents. You'll also hear how Red Crown Rot is having a negative impact on soybean crops across Indiana and much of the Midwest. Plus, why a new "Skinny Farm Bill" may not get passed by your lawmakers on Capitol Hill before the deadline of Sept. 30. Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your dry Indiana farm forecast and inch closer to harvest season. Also, Brian Basting with Advance Trading reviews USDA's WASDE Report that was released on Friday and talks about the impact is could have for several days on the grain markets. That's all part of the latest episode of the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast!

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including an increase in the number of Indiana farm fatalities and how soil fertility decisions can impact the bottom line. It's another dry Indiana Farm Forecast from HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin with rain chances very minimal this weekend, and the Thursday grain and oilseed markets all moved higher on the eve of the USDA September WASDE update, led by the soy complex. Andy Eubank has the numbers and market analysis comes from Karl Setzer. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

On the latest episode of the “Your Farm” Podcast: C.J. Miller chats with Ed Sheldon, Agricultural Safety Specialist with Purdue Extension, who helped put together the 2024 Indiana Farm Fatality Summary with Purdue University ABE. Sheldon shares that most farm fatalities involve older people—mostly men. He also discusses the alarming number of children who have recently lost their lives in farming accidents across Indiana. "Your Farm" is one of the many new podcasts now available as Hoosier Ag Today presents YOUR Purdue Extension—a podcast network!

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including American Farm Bureau's reaction to the Make Our Children Healthy Again strategy and there could be relief for farmers, grain handlers, and exporters in the U.S. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast calls for more sunny and dry conditions with only slight rain chances, and the Wednesday grain and oilseed markets again sold off two days before the USDA September WASDE update. Andy Eubank has the numbers and market analysis comes from Tom Fritz. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and Greg Allen have the news including an effort to spotlight food insecurity especially among kids, and inside the details of an increase in forecasted net farm income. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast is dry again, so no real changes, and the grain and oilseed markets were higher Monday but lower Tuesday. Andy Eubank has the numbers and market analysis comes from Arlan Suderman. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

What does nitrogen management look like in the Canadian Prairies?   Find out as host Mike Howell sits down with Retired Agronomist, Ray Dowbenko, to explore how nitrogen is lost, managed and applied in Western Canada.   From the primary sources of nitrogen used and how they're applied, to fall application considerations and the value of enhanced-efficiency fertilizers, we explore the ins and outs of nitrogen loss and nitrogen management in the North.   Dig into how Canadians prevent nitrogen loss, the increasing value of urea, controlled-release nitrogen products and tips for greater nitrogen management in this exciting episode.   Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com   Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics  

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including a look at how much of a problem red crown rot is this year and there are five winners in the Stock the Trailer food drive challenge. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast continues very dry the rest of the week with more summer-like temperatures too, and the grain and oilseed markets tacked on a few cents in a higher session after a lower open Monday. Andy Eubank has the numbers and market analysis from John Zanker. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

What have we learned from the 2025 answer plots?  While Jeff is probably off doing his hair, host Sal Sama is joined in the podcast room by the fan favorite, Glenn Longabaugh.  Glenn is famous for being the Technical Agronomist for Premier Companies, and he's also an amateur investigator for crop damage caused by animals.  Glenn will share about the success they've had with this year's answer plot participation and the information he's been able to share with area growers regarding getting more from your crop protection spend, nutrition, and ag technology.  Glenn will also share why he feels growers should frontload their herbicide applications to help get control of weeds and the work he and his team have done on red crown rot which is a soil borne pathogen.  “We are well respected at Premier amongst the basic manufacturers for being able to make these kinds of trials and help collect data on this sort of thing, and it should tell our growers that we're in a leadership position, that we're actively looking for solutions for their problems…”

Indiana is now home to a commercially available renewable diesel fuel production facility after CountryMark cut the ribbon on its $100 million plus refinery upgrade in Mount Vernon. With new production capabilities and a new market for Indiana soybean farmers, we are joined by CountryMark CEO Matt Smorch to talk about the expansion and what lies ahead. We get into it:  The company's innovation portfolio and what they bring to the energy market How biofuels have evolved in recent years – from policy driving change to sustainable aviation fuel Ag and oil coming together to drive outcomes on policy The $100 million investment in the Mount Vernon facility and how it positions them for the future The benefits of co-processed renewable diesel Why they chose to make this investment right now What's ahead for CountryMark 

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller has the news including an appeal for egg producers in Indiana to consider a position on the American Egg Board. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast is dry for a full two weeks along with warmer temperatures, and the grain and oilseed markets worked both sides in quiet Friday trade before finishing lower. Andy Eubank is joined by market analyst Brian Basting for his insights. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

On the latest edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has introduced a new program to try and increase the number of livestock veterinarians—and make them available in rural communities. You'll also hear from Indiana native and NASDA CEO Ted McKinney, who was in Africa this past week to help create new trading partnerships for U.S. agriculture Our Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin also has your Indiana Farm Forecast—plus market analyst Brian Basting reviews Friday's grain markets. AND, you'll hear about the push by the Indiana State Poultry Association to get more of Indiana's egg producers to serve on the American Egg Board. That's all part of the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast!

On the latest episode of the Purdue Crop Chat Podcast: Dan "Corn" Quinn and "Soybean" Shaun Casteel talk disease pressures and yield estimates as we roll into harvest season. They're joined by Megan Burns, who discusses the importance of managing your soil fertility despite the recent economic challenges. Megan also has a "hot take" on maple syrup! This podcast is made possible by the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance. Your Indiana corn and soybean checkoff investments are working to find new markets for your crops through International Demand, New Uses and Research. Learn more about the programs working on your behalf at YourCheckoff.org.

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller has the news including a preview of the Purdue Crop Chat podcast focusing on more southern rust this year and two Indiana farmers are part of a Governor Braun appointed group looking at possible changes to our border with Illinois. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast details rain possibilities heading to the weekend, and the grain and oilseed markets were mixed Thursday as corn and soybeans came back to settle above even. Andy Eubank is joined by market analyst Karl Setzer for his insights. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including a Hoosier in Africa advocating for U.S. agriculture and Case IH unveils its most powerful tractor yet at Farm Progress. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes rain slowly moving out of Indiana with some sun breaking through, and the grain and oilseed markets all sold off Wednesday with soybeans again leading lower. Andy Eubank is joined by market analyst Steve Erdman for his insights. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including an update on crop conditions in the Ft. Wayne area and details of a change in the burdensome aspect of a 2023 labor rule. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast calls for warm air again today and there are some rain chances that he will detail. The grain and oilseed markets were mixed Tuesday but very weak in soybeans. Andy Eubank is joined by market analyst Arlan Suderman for his insights. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

Ready to change the way you look at football fields forever? It's not as simple as managing an acre of grass.   In this episode of The Dirt, Dr. Bryan G. Hopkins joins Mike Howell to break down the art and science of sports turf management. From irrigation timing and mowing height, paint and shade, to compaction and crowns, you'll hear what really goes into the fields our athletes play on.   Explore why natural grass has become the turf of choice, how stadium layouts affect growth and uncover innovative technologies that have changed the turfgrass management game for NFL and college football consultants like Dr. Bryan Hopkins.   Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com   Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics  

On the first episode of the "Your Farm" podcast, C.J. Miller chats with Dr. Henry Quesada, Assistant Director of Purdue Extension, about the many ways that Purdue Extension-Agriculture & Natural Resources programs and resources are making a positive impact on the lives of Indiana's farmers and rural Hoosiers. "Your Farm" is one of the many new podcasts now available as Hoosier Ag Today presents YOUR Purdue Extension—a podcast network!

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including a plan to increase the number of livestock veterinarians and a new soybean seed that has gotten a good test in fields this year. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast has mostly dry weather continuing today and tomorrow, and the grain and oilseed markets were closed for Labor Day. Andy Eubank is joined by market analyst John Zanker for his thoughts as we start a new month. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

What do the northern lights have to do with farming equipment?  Jay Rieckers joins hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama in the podcast room for today's episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  Jay is the Service Manager and in large equipment sales at Jacobi Sales and Service.You'll learn about Jay's career path and what led to him moving from equipment service to selling for Jacobi, even at Taekwondo. From equipment that can plant at 10 miles an hour to other equipment that has the ability to apply two different fertilizer prescriptions simultaneously and manage downforce, you'll be astounded by the changes that have occurred in agriculture equipment over the last couple of decades.  Sal, Jeff, and Jay will dig into the connection between northern lights and farming equipment in addition to discussing draper header versus auger headers.  Whether you're a grower or just an equipment fanatic, you'll love this episode!

Young leaders are born in the show rings of 4-H fairs and Cora Rodibaugh knows that story well. This week, the 10-year 4-H'er sits down with Indiana Farm Bureau's Annie Romine to recap her career, talk about her love of pigs and the skills she's acquired along the way that have her equipped her for the future. She also shares what's ahead for her as she takes off for Purdue University to start the fall semester. Indiana Farm Bureau is dedicated to supporting youth in agriculture. There are several opportunities for youth to be involved in INFB, with scholarships for graduating seniors and college students; Collegiate Farm Bureau chapters at Purdue, Huntington and Vincennes universities; FFA advocacy days and trainings; grants for FFA chapters and 4-H clubs; and leadership development events, competitions, awards and conferences. INFB also serves as presenting sponsor of the Exhibitor Experience for livestock exhibitors and all showmanship contests at the Indiana State Fair.  You can learn more at infb.org/YFAP. 

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including details on the work of the Modern Ag Alliance and hear what it takes to be a strong agribusiness leader. The Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for a dry week ahead overall, and Friday grain and oilseed trade enjoyed a nice rally heading to the 3-day weekend. Andy Eubank has settlements and market analyst Brian Basting has comments. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

On this edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: We were on the road at Farm Progress Show in Decatur, Illinois earlier this past week. You'll hear from USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden who talks about a possible “bridge” policy to help corn and soybean producers facing low commodity prices. Vaden also tells Hoosier Ag Today why Indianapolis was chosen as one of five regional hub locations for USDA. Also from the Farm Progress Show, Eric Pfeiffer reports on new equipment that has just been introduced by Can-Am, and Greg Allen highlights an organization called Modern Ag Alliance which is making sure that farmers have the crop protection tools they need to succeed. Brian Basting reviews Friday's grain markets, and Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast as we inch closer to harvest season. That's all part of the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast!

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including possible aid to farmers from USDA because of low commodity prices and the new HAT and Purdue Extension podcast delves into your health. The Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has cooler temperatures and some beautiful weather in the coming days, and in a reversal from the start of Thursday trade, corn, beans, and wheat all settled above steady. Andy Eubank has settlements and market analyst Karl Setzer has comments. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

Hoosier Ag Today is proud to partner with Purdue Extension to bring you “Your Health”—a new podcast to let you know of the many programs and benefits that Purdue University Health and Human Sciences Extension (HHS) is offering for you and your family. Greg Allen chats with Dr. Lisa Graves, Interim HHS Program Leader and Interim Assistant Director of Purdue Extension, of the health education and signature programs that are available throughout all of Indiana.

For the first time on Agbioscience (except that one time when she was a guest), we are joined by our new President and CEO, Christy Wright! She talks her first week on the job, connecting with industry leaders and stakeholders and hosting her first Quadrant on day three at AgriNovus. You can also read her feature with Elaine Watson in AgFunder News and on Hoosier Ag Today. Christy, Libby and Cayla get into: The announcement of a potential merger between Premier Companies and Superior AgA recap of the Indiana Farm Bureau Critical Issues Summit -- including bonus audio from President Randy Kron and a look at the Future State of Ag Report of Idealyst InnovationIntelinair's 2nd Consecutive Win at the AgTech Breakthrough AwardsFloVision Raising $8.7M to Expand AI Tools for Food ProcessingField Atlas Company Tours recap -- we are recruiting companies for 2026! If you're interested in hosting students, contact fieldatlas@agrinovusindiana.com.

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including an update from Farm Progress Show on the Indianapolis USDA relocation hub with the USDA Deputy Secretary and soybean farmers are past ready for China to return as a customer. The Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin includes slight rain chances in the north today, and in more quiet trade Wednesday corn, beans, and wheat all went lower. Andy Eubank has settlements and market analyst Arlan Suderman has comments. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including what's new in equipment at the Farm Progress Show which opened yesterday and details on an individual infested with new world screwworm. The Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin includes slightly warmer air and beautiful conditions continuing, and the grain markets were quiet and mixed Tuesday. Andy Eubank has settlements and market analyst Tom Fritz has comments. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

What does dairy farming look like in Canada, and what does it take to keep a farm thriving for over six generations?   Find out with your host, Mike Howell, as he sits down with Jason Crozier, an Alberta dairy farmer whose family has been farming on the same land for almost 130 years. From growing their own feed and embracing innovations like robotic milking to managing costs and minimizing waste, Jason shares the thoughtful and steady approach that has kept their operation resilient, through COVID, rising input costs and labor shortages.   Dive into Canada's unique supply-managed pricing system, how circular practices like manure management and growing your own rations support long-term sustainability and success and explore the realities of dairy farming in Canada.   Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com   Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics  

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including an update on prospects for what is being called a skinny farm bill and meet the new head of AgriNovus Indiana. The Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin is going to be crisp but continued beautiful and dry, and the grain markets worked above even Monday while soybeans followed soymeal and oil lower. Andy Eubank has settlements and market analyst John Zanker has comments. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

There's something exciting about this episode!  It's number 200!  To help us celebrate, special guest Harold Cooper joins hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama in the podcast room.  As you may remember from previous episodes, Harold is the CEO of Premier Companies who's been with the podcast from the very beginning and with the company for about 25 years.You'll hear what it was like to get the podcast running, why he appreciates hearing some of the top players in the agriculture industry in the podcast setting, and what he sees from his standpoint regarding the recent changes in the agriculture industry.  We'll also learn about how the character and values in those who first started the company help Premier lead as they look to move forward.  From County Mark's investment into turning soybean oil into renewable diesel fuel to the future in agriculture with robotics, you'll learn how growers can be supported and markets can be expanded under the same values that existed when Premier Companies was started.  “We really are… positioned very, very well to help those farmers and help this company not only survive but succeed and be different and better in this ever-changing future that we're gonna have.”

Consumer education and connectivity to agbioscience innovation and their food's origin story is a growing conversation. To see is to believe; but to experience the farm? That's a whole different story. Purdue University's Megan Kuhn guest hosts Hannah Vorsilak, Indiana Soybean Alliance's Marketing and Communications Manager, this week to talk about the organization's ultimate commitment to consumer experience in Indiana agriculture: The Glass Barn – located on the Indiana State Fairgrounds. We get into:  What The Glass Barn is and what it is designed to do for someone who has never visited Why that name? Over ten years in, how has The Glass Barn evolved to meet consumer questions and the evolution of innovation in agbioscience The use of the facility well beyond the 15 days of the Indiana State Fair – The Glass Barn welcomes 10,000 students each year + the integration of their virtual learning programs How the experiential is positively affecting the perception  Commonly asked questions by consumers Features inside of the barn, including live farmer chats, games and more The growing need for experiences like this in a time where consumers have pressing questions about their food What's ahead for The Glass Barn 

On the HAT Podcast Andy Eubank and Greg Allen have the news including an Indiana country music artist who will be performing Wednesday this week in conjunction with Farm Progress Show and we preview another of the new HAT podcasts with Purdue Extension. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says the Indiana Farm Forecast will continue the trend of beautiful weather, and in the gain and oilseed markets Friday it was a quiet end to the week. Andy has settlements and market analyst Brian Basting has commentary. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer C.J. Miller has the news including investing in farm equipment, and now is a good time, and what kind of returns are coming back on soybean checkoff investments? HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes a continuation of very comfortable weather across the state, and there were more gains in the corn, soybean and wheat markets during Thursday trade. Andy Eubank has settlements and market analyst Karl Setzer has commentary. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

Hoosier Ag Today presents YOUR Purdue Extension- a podcast network! On this podcast, we focus in on Indiana 4-H with 4-H-4-U! Casey Mull, Director and Program Leader for 4-H Youth Development, shares how 4-H prepares young people to be leaders in their community!

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Andy Eubank have the news including the top priority issues for members of Indiana Farm Bureau, including property taxes and a crop update from west-central Indiana. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls the Indiana Farm Forecast just perfect with cooler, less humid conditions, and there were small gains in the corn, soybean and wheat markets during Wednesday trade. Andy Eubank has settlements and market analyst Tom Fritz has commentary. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

C.J. Miller chats with Dr. Michael Wilcox, Assistant Director and Program Leader for Community Development, about Purdue Extension's signature programs and the many ways they're building up communities throughout all of Indiana's 92 counties.

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including a preview of the new Purdue Extension podcast from HAT and an important program for Indiana corn and soybean farmers needs their participation. The Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin includes a dry stretch, maybe for up to two weeks, and Tuesday corn, soybean and wheat markets again all went lower absent any bullish news. Andy Eubank has settlements and market analyst Arlan Suderman has commentary. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

This season has brought one of the most puzzling problems in corn production, the tight tassel wrap.   Tight tassel wrap is an uncommon phenomenon that occurs when the uppermost leaves refuse to unfurl, keeping the tassel trapped and preventing pollination. The result? Pollination problems that can quietly reduce your yields, even in fields that look picture-perfect from afar.   Tune in as Mike Howell sits down with Dr. Dan Quinn, Purdue University's extension corn specialist, to explore this new challenge and the importance of getting timing and synchrony right throughout corn production.   They break down how corn pollinates, how pollen travels from tassel shed to silks to fertilize ovules and why the short pollination window is so vulnerable to stress. You'll hear about how environmental changes and hybrid traits can create this problem and what to look for when scouting your fields.   Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com   Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including a meeting of the Indiana Rural Caucus at the state fair. What did they talk about? Also, we have an update on the new world screwworm. The Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for hit and miss rain in the coming days, and Monday corn, soybeans and wheat were very quiet and mixed gained. Andy Eubank has settlements and market analyst John Zanker has commentary. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

What do Washington DC, hay fields, and the Indiana concert scene have in common? Isaac has worked in all of them! Isaac Murdock is the featured employee joining Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  He is one of the newest account managers for Premier Companies and works in the Worthington, IN area.Isaac will share how he went from growing up on a farm to interning in DC and working in the governor's office to ultimately choosing a career in agriculture despite attending a college that doesn't have an agriculture program.  In addition to learning about some of the similarities between his role in government and his new career at Premier, you'll hear about some of the challenges he's faced as he's stepped into his new role. Whether or not you've had a background in government, if you're considering a role in agriculture account management, this is one you'll not want to miss!  

On the latest episode of the Indiana Ag Policy Podcast: Eric Pfeiffer chats with State Rep. Beau Baird, State Sen. Gary Byrne, and State Sen. Jean Leising about the issues impacting Indiana's farmers and rural Hoosiers that were discussed during the 2025 Rural Caucus meeting last week during the Indiana State Fair. 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.