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On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including how one sector of the Indiana economy, agriculture, may be feeling the squeeze, plus we have reasons your family may want to consider putting up a fresh Christmas tree this year. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast has bitter cold and significant wind chills today, and the Thursday corn, soybean and wheat markets saw a minor rebound, working higher much of the day. Andy Eubank has settlements and 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.
On the latest episode of the "Your Farm" Podcast: C.J. Miller chats with Lenny Farlee, Extension Forester from Purdue University's Department of Forestry & Natural Resources, about the environmental and sustainability benefits of a having a real Christmas tree in your home this holiday season. The "Your Farm" Podcast is one of the many new podcasts available as Hoosier Ag Today Presents YOUR Purdue Extension—a Podcast Network!
On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and Greg Allen have the news including the USDA move from Washington DC to regional hubs like Indianapolis and the importance of understanding how and when to use bio stimulants. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes an arctic high pressure system over Indiana, and the Wednesday corn, soybean and wheat markets all sold off throughout the session. Andy Eubank has settlements and 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.
On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and Greg Allen have the news including will we ever see the year-round, nationwide sale of E15, and how the soybean checkoff continues to deliver value back to the farm. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes cold air continuing this week but not much in the way of snow activity, and the Tuesday corn, soybean and wheat markets were mixed with a selloff only in soybean futures. Andy Eubank has settlements and 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.
On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and Greg Allen have the news including ways farmers can be heard by their legislators on important issues and whether a tractor or equipment purchase can create a tax advantage going into the end of the year. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes snow moving out of the state to the east, but cold air continues. The Monday corn, soybean and wheat markets worked lower on lack of fresh news and flash sales. Andy Eubank has settlements and 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.
What exactly are phytotoxins? Glenn Longabaugh joins hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama back in the podcast room for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. As everyone's favorite (and only) technical agronomist at Premier Companies, Glenn is here to share about more than just otter toilets.Glenn, Sal, and Jeff discuss phytotoxins and how cereal rye contributes to their presence in the field. Glenn will also share why a grower might want to avoid planting corn immediately following wheat or cereal rye and the steps to take if it's unavoidable. In addition to learning how weather impacts the rotting of the cereal grain and the vigor of the new crop, Glenn will teach us how Ascend2 and Ascend ST3 can help a grower in the transition between cover crop and corn. From discussions around IRAC (Insecticide Resistance Action Committee) and compounds that crystallize in an insect's gut to an otter's poop dance, you'll hear why “it comes around to poop in almost every conversation!”
Mark Eads returns as we discuss land use. While its easy to see black and white when it comes to the best and most prudent use of prime farm land, there is plenty of gray area and questions that surround present and future development as well when it comes down to it. There are some winners and plenty of losers in this high stakes game.
Mark Eads returns as we discuss land use. While its easy to see black and white when it comes to the best and most prudent use of prime farm land, there is plenty of gray area and questions that surround present and future development as well when it comes down to it. There are some winners and plenty of losers in this high stakes game.
From market volatility to high input costs and beyond, farmers have faced a series of unique challenges -- and farm management is something they need and want to get a good grasp on for their operations. Looking ahead to 2026, we are joined by Dwight Raab, Advisor to Farm Business Farm Management, to examine the balance between innovation adoption and financial management. We get into: A high-level perspective on the work FBFM does to serve Midwest farmers through data-driven decisions What the year has looked like for their farmers and how that's informed their decision making for 2026 Tax policies that are changing and how the One Big Beautiful Bill is transforming the way people should be thinking about their farming operations Out of the farmers who have operations that are doing well – what are they doing differently than others? FBFM's comprehensive farm level financial data and how those models have helped guide their decision-making processes Balancing the adoption of new innovation between the realities of economic pressures for farming operations and what efficiencies could come from technologies coming on farm The importance of financial literacy as farming operations switch hands over the next ten years The one piece of advice Dwight would offer heading into 2026
On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including the importance of conservation practices on U.S. farmland and some fungicides to think about for the next crop year. Winter is definitely here and HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says the cold continues with more snow possible too. The Friday corn and soybean markets were higher throughout the slightly shortened session. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Mike Castle 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 this edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: The prices for farm fertilizer remain sky-high, but will that change for 2026? C.J. Miller chats with Josh Linville, Vice President of StoneX, about the pricing and availability of fertilizers for next year. Eric Pfeiffer also talks with USDA Under Secretary Richard Fordyce, who oversees Farm Production and Conservation. They discuss the reason behind the shift in USDA's policy to push voluntary conservation, as opposed to the Biden administration's policy of mandating conservation practices for many farmers. A winter storm is on its way to the Hoosier State this weekend. Chief Meteorologist has more in your Indiana Farm Forecast. Plus, Mike Castle with StoneX reviews the grain markets from the abbreviated holiday trade we saw on Friday. All that and more are part of the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast!
On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller, Greg Allen and Sophia Shannon have the news including a Tyson beef plant closure and what that means for its Nebraska community and more on how beef exports are holding up this year. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says skies should be nice but not much warmer today, and weekend snow is coming! There were no Thursday markets to report on but we'll get some comments from Karl Setzer on what is impacting markets. 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 the push for more international demand for ham and other U.S. pork products next year and why farmers could be feeling the strain of an aging electric grid. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has a cold, slightly less windy Thanksgiving forecast, and the Wednesday corn, soybean and wheat markets all moved higher in pre-holiday trade. Andy Eubank has settlements and Tom Fritz has 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 C.J. Miller have the news including a look at what may be ahead for the high prices of fertilizer and a look back at what southern rust did to the U.S. corn crop this year. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin updates us on the volatile Thanksgiving-time weather across Indiana, and the Tuesday corn, soybean and wheat markets all bounced around before closing mostly higher in light volume trade. Andy Eubank has settlements and Arlan Suderman has 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.
We are back in Grace, Idaho, talking with fifth-generation farmer, Ryan Christensen, about the importance of return on investment (ROI) and yield. Ryan shares what ROI actually means, why it's important, and why he farms for a greater ROI over a greater yield (hint: it's all about profitability). Tune in to hear how Ryan has improved and increased the ROI of his operation, from implementing conservation tillage to testing out new methods of fertilization. Plus, he shares how he evaluates his ROI using real-time data and on-farm technology. Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics
Happy Thanksgiving! AgriNovus was proud to present the One Health Summit in partnership with BioCrossroads and Elanco this month at the company's newly opened global headquarters in Indianapolis. Please enjoy audio from this power panel including Elanco CEO Jeff Simmons, Corteva Agriscience CEO Chuck Magro, Eli Lilly CEO Dave Ricks, Purdue University President Mung Chiang and Indiana University President Pam Whitten. The panel was moderated by the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership (CICP) CEO Melina Kennedy to talk about the One Health opportunity and how best we can advance that here in the state.
On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and Greg Allen have the news including what this year's Thanksgiving dinner will cost compared to last year and how to sell your used equipment in an online platform. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for rain and mild temps today before winds shift and colder air moves in for Thanksgiving, and the Monday corn, soybean and wheat markets had another slow session that ended in a selloff. Andy Eubank has settlements and John Zanker has 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 latest episode of the Indiana Ag Policy Podcast: Eric Pfeiffer chats with USDA Under Secretary of Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce. They discuss how the USDA Farm Service Agency was impacted by the federal government shutdown. They also talk about disaster relief available to farmers, as well as benefits that producers are seeing from The One Big Beautiful Bill. 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.
What happened to October's WASDE report? Returning and very special guest Aaron Bledsoe joins hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama for today's episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. He's the Grain Merchandiser and a resident hunter for Premier Companies, and between his hunting stories and thoughtful insight, you'll see today why he's such a fan favorite.Aaron will share how the government shutdown impacted October information including inspection data, and why the corn market is getting a temporary boost. Sal, Jeff, and Aaron will dig into the stocks-to-use rate for beans and you'll learn why it's tighter than it's been in the last few years in the United States. They'll also discuss why there's been over a dollar rally in soybeans and why it continues to be important for growers to understand and know their targets. “There are some highlights… When we have these good days or this good month of bean rallies or even corn hanging around as strong as it has been, it gives you an opportunity to take some risk off the table.”
From food is health to biologicals, what innovations and emerging trends took over the agbiosciences in 2025 and where are we headed in 2026? Perhaps no one better a source than Jennifer Marston, Global AgTech Editor at AgFunder News, to join us as we talk through the state of venture capital, its down market and the good news about where it's headed in the future. She gets into: A high-level overview of the venture capital market in 2025 The categories of agbioscience that are securing deals – and the areas of the globe that seem to be doing better than others with venture capital deals The shifts in the last 18-24 months across dealmaking and what feedback Jenn has heard while talking with both VCs and startups while writing stories What the startups and entrepreneurs who are winning are doing differently With longer sales cycles, regulatory pressures, etc., does Jenn think we are due for a reset in how innovation is funded in agbioscience? Indiana's unique models unfolding with Corteva Catalyst, the launch of Elanco's One Health Innovation District and how those might create a new ecosystem in the Midwest for entrepreneurs to grow and thrive New startups and innovation partnerships out of the Midwest that have Jenn most excited right now Upcoming stories and things coming from AgFunder News that she wants people to know about
As we move into the holiday slowdown, Ryan and Charlie sift through a hodgepodge of different topics including: the last remaining acres of corn harvest, and published USDA data vs the truth from their perspectives, what they're looking at locking in for next year's inputs, and where a person should prioritize their Thanksgiving calories. Don't forget to Like and subscribe!
As we move into the holiday slowdown, Ryan and Charlie sift through a hodgepodge of different topics including: the last remaining acres of corn harvest, and published USDA data vs the truth from their perspectives, what they're looking at locking in for next year's inputs, and where a person should prioritize their Thanksgiving calories. Don't forget to Like and subscribe!
As we move into the holiday slowdown, Ryan and Charlie sift through a hodgepodge of different topics including: the last remaining acres of corn harvest, and published USDA data vs the truth from their perspectives, what they're looking at locking in for next year's inputs, and where a person should prioritize their Thanksgiving calories. Don't forget to Like and subscribe!
On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including a conversation on trade with the president of American Soybean Association and teaching students where food really comes from courtesy of the beef checkoff. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin details what we can expect for the Thanksgiving week weather in Indiana, and the Friday corn, soybean and wheat markets chopped around all session. Andy Eubank has settlements and Brian Basting has 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 latest edition of the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast: We're on the road in Kansas City for the National Association of Farm Broadcasting (NAFB) Convention. Eric Pfeiffer chats with USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce about the recent reopening of the federal government and what that means for Farm Service Agency (FSA) offices and America's farmers. Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast. Plus, Brian Basting with Advance Trading reviews Friday's grain markets. All that and more on Hoosier Ag This Week!
On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including national pork producers on compliance costs over Prop 12 and what Growth Energy sees for the future of year-round E15. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has moisture in parts of Indiana today, and the Thursday corn, soybean and wheat markets started steady but ended in the red. Andy Eubank has settlements and Arlan Suderman has 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 Andy Eubank have the news including farmer insights on how trade is faring in this newest Trump administration and it was a good finish to the northwest Indiana corn crop this year. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has partly sunny skies today before clouds and rain chances move in for the southern portions of Indiana, and the Wednesday corn, soybean and wheat markets sold off despite recent Chinese soybean purchases. Andy has settlements and Tom Fritz has 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 Wednesday edition of the Hoosier Ag Today Daily Podcast: You'll hear from Gibson County dairy producer Brian Rexing, who was elected last week as the new Chairman of the National Milk Producers Federation. Rexing will address some of the biggest issues facing America's dairy producers. Greg Allen will introduce you to Chloe Riddle from Johnson County. Last weekend, she was the recipient of the Indiana 4-H Foundation's Communication accomplishment scholarship—sponsored by Hoosier Ag Today. Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast, and Karl Setzer with Consus Ag Consulting reviews Tuesday's grain and livestock markets. That's all coming up on the Hoosier Ag Today Daily Podcast!
In this episode of The Dirt, we head to Grace, Idaho, to talk with fifth-generation farmer Ryan Christensen about conserving one of agriculture's most valuable resources: water. Ryan shares how his family's farm is using technology, conservation tillage and smart irrigation practices to make every drop of water count. We dig into the importance of water management in the high desert, the practices that have delivered the greatest results on Ryan's farm and the real benefits of implementing water-saving strategies. Tune in to hear the lessons that Ryan has learned on his operation, from the advantages of reduced tillage to the value of variable-rate irrigation, and how small changes can make a big impact on crop performance and overall efficiency. 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, C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including an Indiana farmer's suggestions about how USDA can improve the meat processing industry and the latest on a possible new government aid program for farmers. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for some rain chances and then some clearing tomorrow, and the Monday corn, soybean and wheat markets posted a strong reversal from Friday losses. Andy Eubank has settlements and Chuck Shelby has 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 latest edition of the "Your Community" Podcast: Purdue Extension has launched a new Community Development program called "Building Stronger Boards"—which is a workshop for community members who want to become more effective in their roles and responsibilities as nonprofit board members. Steve Yoder, Community Development Regional Educator, shares more about the program. "Your Community" is one of the new podcasts available as Hoosier Ag Today Presents YOUR Purdue Extension Podcast Network!
On this episode of the "4-H 4U" Podcast, Hoosier Ag Today's Greg Allen talks with 4-H Educator Bill Decker about one of 4-H's lesser-known but powerful pathways—the 4-H “Discovery” programs. They also discuss the 4-H Discovery Challenge, which is all about giving students a chance to dive into hands-on experiences—from science experiments to animal care, from coding robots to cooking competitions—all while exploring what they might want to do when they grow up. "4-H 4U” is one of the many podcasts now available on the Hoosier Ag Today presents YOUR Purdue Extension podcast network!
When you think of the midwest, you may not think of “black gold,” but maybe you won't discount it after this episode. Special and returning guest Matt Smorch joins hosts Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett for today's episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. Matt is the President and CEO of CountryMark Cooperative. Matt joins us to discuss the quality of CountryMark diesel and fuel and what sets them apart from other suppliers in the area. In addition to speaking about blue hydrogen, Matt will put on his chemical engineering hat and share about the ISO Technology that is used to help increase the quality of their diesel fuel and add power and cetane while still keeping exceptional winter performance. You'll also learn about the refinery in Mount Vernon, Indiana that processes 35,000 barrels of crude oil from Indiana each day. For many reasons including their use of soybeans in their biodiesel and renewable diesel, you'll learn how CountryMark stands behind growers. “We're a cooperative, so when we make money, it helps all of Ag in Indiana and the money stays here.”
As an entrepreneur, sometimes the boldest move you can make is to pivot. This week, we are joined by Rian Mc Donnell, CEO of FloVision Solutions, to talk about AI-driven solutions to help the food industry become more financially and environmentally sustainable by reducing waste and maximizing yield. We get into: The work Rian leads with his team to optimize the food chain starting with protein – and how that vision varies from when he started the company Insights that FloVision drives downstream to food processors and the capabilities they have because of these technology FloVision's market differentiation How Rian sees the company playing a role in this massive food evolution Feedback he gets from working with customers – especially food processors who are very traditional in their operations FloVision's recent $8.7 million Series A fundraise and what it will enable the company to do The company's tech stack and how the data drives different decisions and solutions based on their position around the globe, their food priorities and regulatory frameworks Areas ripe for collaboration and what's ahead in 2026
This week, agronomist Mark Eads joins the program as we discuss ways to take your farming operations to the next level. Whether you're a "sucky" farmer like Ryan or a seasoned pro like the Great Captain Manganese himself: Charlie Houin. Don't forget to Like and subscribe!
This week, agronomist Mark Eads joins the program as we discuss ways to take your farming operations to the next level. Whether you're a "sucky" farmer like Ryan or a seasoned pro like the Great Captain Manganese himself: Charlie Houin. Don't forget to Like and subscribe!
On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including details on USDA opening back up and how Indiana farmers are improving demand along side their partners at USMEF. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for mostly sunny today but then some rain chances move in tonight, and the Friday corn, soybean and wheat markets all sold off upon release of the USDA WASDE report mid-session. Andy Eubank has settlements and Brian Basting has report and 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 this edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: The federal government, including USDA, is back open after a 43-day shutdown. Eric Pfeiffer spoke with USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden about the reopening of Farm Service Agency offices, as well as the funding USDA has received for the rest of the fiscal year. C.J. Miller reports from the U.S. Meat Export Federation's Strategic Planning Conference this week in Indianapolis. He chatted with Hendricks County producer David Hardin, who now serves on the USMEF Executive Committee. You'll also hear from Indiana's own Ted McKinney, who received a special award from USMEF during their conference. Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast presented by the Indiana Ag Nutrient Alliance. Plus, Brian Basting with Advance Trading reviews USDA's WASDE Report.
The HAT Podcast is 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 Greg Allen and our new high school intern from Montgomery County, Sophia Shannon have the news including another tool for soybean protection and the Ag Secretary explains what she is doing at USDA to mitigate government overreach on family farms. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has a very nice Indiana Farm Forecast for only a few days, and Wednesday corn and soybean markets finished higher while wheat was steady. Andy Eubank has market settlements and Tom Fritz has 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 C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including the impact on farmers of this government shutdown and the best approach to your weed management plans for next year. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says the cold moves out and west winds bring in warmer air, and Tuesday corn, soybean and wheat trade was quiet with positioning underway for the Friday WASDE update. Andy Eubank has the settlements and analyst Arlan Suderman has market 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.
Extension services play a key role in educating communities across the United States. But what do they actually do? Find out with host Mike Howell and guest Dr. Angus Catchot, the director of extension at Mississippi State University, to explore what extension services really are, what they do, and why they are indispensable to our communities. Dr. Catchot explains how extension services turn complex research into practical insights that help farmers, families and the community. Explore their key areas of interest, from agriculture to community development, and how their various programs benefit counties across the United States. You'll also hear about MSU Extension's new initiatives, like Walk Mississippi, and uncover the challenges of funding the people who make these programs happen. Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics Other links mentioned in this episode: Row Crop Short Course from Mississippi State Extension: https://extension.msstate.edu/events/2025/row-crop-short-course Equine Assisted Therapy Programs: https://extension.msstate.edu/family/equine-assisted-therapy-programs Mississippi State University Extension Website: https://extension.msstate.edu/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MSUExtService Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msuextservice X: https://x.com/MSUExtService LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mississippi-state-university-extension-service/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MissStateExtension
On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and Greg Allen have the news including funding for agriculture and the farm bill in the agreement that may end the government shutdown and a look at the details of the 4-H Discovery Challenge program. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says more cold weather coming from the north today before we start to see a shift in conditions, and Monday corn, soybean and wheat markets opened the week higher as did the stock market and other commodities. Andy Eubank has the settlements and analyst John Zanker has market 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.
Is there more roadwork happening or does it just feel that way? Special guest Josh Haley joins hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama for today's episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. Josh is the CEO at Temple & Temple Excavating and Paving in Salem, Indiana.Josh, Jeff, and Sal will explore how Josh went from a general laborer to the CEO of Temple & Temple, an excavation business that's been around for over 75 years. From underground work to roadways and epoxy coating, Josh will share the variety of jobs Temple & Temple can complete. You'll also learn about the roadwork cycle and they'll shed some light into why it seems there's an increasing amount of road construction these days. Josh will also share how his company faced labor challenges head on by forming a partnership with local high schools to help students become licensed and skilled operators. If you're considering a career in excavation and paving, you'll want to tune in!
Indiana Farm Bureau has outlined its legislative priorities for 2026 and this week. Katie Nelson, the organization's Executive Director of Public Policy, joins this week to talk about the three buckets of prioritization heading into session, why they're focused on broad issues and the call to action for agbioscience innovators. We get into: A legislative recap of 2025 and lingering challenges that persist for the industry The broad policy scope that Indiana Farm Bureau has casted heading into 2026 and the “why” behind that Investment in agriculture, the challenges farmers are facing and how Katie hopes some measures move forward to enable operational success Helping rural communities thrive, the uphill battles being faced – from education to healthcare – and where Indiana Farm Bureau plans to be most active Supporting Indiana farmers through helping them to have the resources they need (water, land, etc.) How Indiana Farm Bureau is navigating federal challenges, the shutdown and conversations on behalf of farmers Trade agreements they're eyeing heading into 2026 that may impact Indiana farmers most critically The call to action for the agbioscience community to drive these priorities forward
As the weather turns more winter-like and harvest winds down, Ryan and Charlie work through yield reports, market changes, target prices, and recent headlines. The Little Red Barn Podcast is brought to you by:Mac America Ag Finance of Northern Indiana 574-253-3433Don't forget to Like and subscribe!
On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including an effort to get whole milk back in schools and how Purdue Ag Ambassadors are promoting Purdue to high school students. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has a mostly cloudy Indiana Farm Forecast after wintery conditions showed up yesterday, and Friday closed an up and down week in the markets with mixed corn, soybean and wheat trade. Andy Eubank has the settlements and analyst Brian Basting has market 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: You'll hear from U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins during her recent visit to Indianapolis, as she provides further details on President Trump's plan to buy more beef from Argentina to lower beef prices for consumers. Rollins also told Hoosier Ag Today how "excited" she is that Indianapolis will soon be home to one of USDA's new regional hubs. You'll also hear how harvest is nearly completed across Indiana, as we give you an update from our "Crop Tour" farmers. Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says winter weather may be making its first appearance this season in his Indiana Farm Forecast. Plus, Brian Basting with Advance Trading reviews Friday's grain markets. That's all part of the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast!
On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including the ag secretary excited for a USDA move to the Indianapolis regional hub and you'll meet the new national FFA president. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin will update changing weather patterns coming to the Hoosier state, and Thursday was a rough day in the corn, soybean and wheat markets along with equities and livestock. Andy Eubank has the settlements and analyst Karl Setzer has commentary. All of that and a salute to our friend Mike Silver upon his retirement on 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 Andy Eubank have the news including a harvest update from west-central Indiana as harvest unofficially comes to a close and what to look for in the delayed government crop report a week from Friday. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for just one more great day before weather patterns change, and the corn and soybean markets bounced back Wednesday to work higher throughout the session. Andy has the settlements and 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.
On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and Greg Allen have the news including the Indiana State Fair's Cindy Hoye reflecting on her career ahead of retirement and what the SpeakAg Pioneers program is all about. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has more beautiful weather for two or three days before some Friday rain, and the corn and soybean markets turned lower Tuesday. Andy Eubank has the settlements and 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.
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