Hoosier Ag Today Podcast

On this edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: You'll hear from Fort Wayne farmer Don Wyss, who is also a member of the United Soybean Board, how soybean producers are working together with dairy producers to grow high oleic soybeans for cattle feed! C.J. Miller reports how the Asian Longhorned Tick has been recently spotted in Indiana--and how the pest could cause serious harm to livestock and your pets! It's going to cost you more to buy hot dogs, ground beef, cheese, and more for your Fourth-of-July cookout this year! Eric Pfeiffer reports on Indiana Farm Bureau's annual summer cookout market basket survey. Plus, you'll meet Kyatalin Baker from Vevay, who just finished a year of service as Indiana FFA Treasurer. This week, she's trading in her blue corduroy jacket for a crown and sash to serve as Switzerland County 4-H Fair Queen! 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 a look at high oleic soybeans being used for feed for dairy cattle, and what is the role of lumber in the Indiana economy? HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes more heat and unstable conditions that could lead to thunderstorms the next few days. Thursday was more of the same in the corn, soybean and wheat markets, a selloff. Andy Eubank has settlements and is joined by analyst Karl Setzer with market 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 C.J. Miller have the news including the cost of a 4th of July cookout according to Indiana Farm Bureau and she has gone from FFA state office to a county fair queen, all part of her desire to promote agriculture. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has plenty of rain chances in the Indiana Farm Forecast, and it will be scattered. Wednesday brought yet another lower day in the corn, soybean and wheat markets. Andy Eubank has settlements and is joined by analyst Tom Fritz with market 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 C.J. Miller have the news including a tick that has shown up in Indiana that can create issues in livestock and tax bill discussions in the U.S. Senate that will impact farmers. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for a slow break in the extreme heat starting to materialize across Indiana along with rain chances. The corn, soybean and wheat markets were on the defensive again Tuesday, once again following the very weak crude oil market. Andy Eubank has settlements and is joined by analyst Arlan Suderman with market 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.

Uncover the exciting opportunities, careers and paths available in the agriculture industry.   Walk through Rob Mikkelson's remarkable career in ag, one that spanned nearly 40 years while taking him far beyond the field. From early roles in government to leadership positions across the industry, this episode explores the pivotal decisions and leaps that shaped a fulfilling career in agriculture.   Rob reflects on how he stumbled into soil science, the mentors that shaped his path, his contributions to 4R Nutrient Stewardship, the path he took and the endless opportunities available to the next generation.   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 new HAT podcast that looks in-depth at the Make America Healthy Again program, and how AgriNovus Indiana is helping students find careers in ag bioscience. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says extreme heat across Indiana and the Midwest continues and the chance of rain and storms starts to move in. Monday the corn, soybean and wheat markets all sold off following $5 lower crude oil. Andy Eubank has settlements and is joined by analyst John Zanker with market 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 are the market sentiments toward the reports coming out at the end of the month? On today's episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies, hosts Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett are joined by Aaron Bledsoe who is no stranger to the podcast! As you may remember, Aaron is the Grain Merchandiser for Premier Companies, and he'll be giving us the rundown on the June World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report!You'll hear why Aaron thinks this update was just “ho-hum” and why he's got his eyes on the acreage and quarterly stocks report instead.  You'll hear why many individuals are bullish on old crop corn and what will help out the new crop position.  On the flip side, you'll hear why feed usage may throw a wrench in the entire thing!  It's not all doom and gloom; tune in to hear the update on soy biomass diesel and trends to keep on your radar.  “There's just a lot going on, and literally, with a couple decisions, the marketplace could be turned on its head…”

On this podcast, we're joined by Dr. Mark Messina, director of nutrition science and research for Soy Nutrition Institute Global, and Alexa Combelic, executive director of government affairs for the American Soybean Association, to discuss the recently released MAHA Report. We discuss the science behind seed oils, like soybean oil, and the concerns for farmers in the report. The Indiana Ag Policy Podcast is presented by the Indiana Corn Growers Association and Indiana Soybean Alliance. The podcast is also supported by Indiana Farm Bureau.

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including some Indiana FFA state officer nostalgia from 1974 and what USDA is doing about the new world screwworm problem. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has the hot Indiana Farm Forecast and it continues very hot and dry. Friday the corn, soybean and wheat markets all sold off. Andy Eubank has settlements and is joined by analyst Karl Setzer with market 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.

The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis reports that the food ag industry contributes roughly 1.5 trillion to the country's GDP – that's a 5.5% share. It's a market that continues to evolve as many factors – from consumers to regulatory challenges – create new opportunities for innovation and new products. This week we are joined by Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing CEO, Jason Kashman, to share perspective on food, health and what's ahead. We dive into:  The overall landscape in the food manufacturing market, what Jason is seeing and what's driving growth for brands Popcorn is a commodity and a finished good – are the challenges and turbulence the same on both sides of the coin? Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing's history, how it became its own entity in 2019 and their overall innovation portfolio  The massive footprint that is Weaver Popcorn – from grocery brands to private label Jason's take on emerging trends on snack foods and where popcorn fits in the market How food has changed over the last decade, including difficulty for startup innovation to grow in the space, better for you ingredients and automation on the manufacturing side The supply chain lessons learned from COVID and how companies have maybe pivoted to vertical integration to eliminate uncertainty       If and how the regulatory challenges are affecting Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing's business What's next for the company  

On this edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: The 96th Indiana FFA State Convention was this past week on Purdue University's campus in West Lafayette. You'll meet the new Indiana FFA President Kaitlyn Maruszewski from Tri-Central FFA, as she talks about her new role serving as an Indiana FFA leader for the next year. You'll also hear from several students who came away with top awards—including Morgan Martin with Danville FFA, as well as members of the Southmont FFA Chapter. C.J. Miller also introduces you to Debbie Michel Cortner from Plymouth, who was the first woman to serve as an Indiana FFA State Officer back in 1974. Plus, Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says the summer heat is here with his Indiana Farm Forecast. And, Karl Setzer with Consus Ag Consulting reviews Friday's grain markets. That's all part of the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast!

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news from the close of the FFA state convention including a conversation with the new Indiana FFA State President, and you'll hear from the Golden Owl winner too. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has the Indiana Farm Forecast and it is a dry and hot one. Thursday corn, soybean and wheat markets were closed for the federal holiday Juneteenth after a strong wheat rally the day before. Andy Eubank is joined by analyst Karl Setzer for his market 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 C.J. Miller and Andy Eubank have the news including a CDE winner from the Indiana FFA State Convention and a west-central Indiana crop update that focuses on the word variable. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has lingering showers today for parts of Indiana followed by a lengthy dry period. Wednesday the corn, soybean and wheat markets finished higher led by a strong wheat rally. Andy has settlements and analyst Tom Fritz provides market 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 C.J. Miller have the news including service to others to kickoff of this week's Indiana FFA State Convention and a Trump admin move that impacts corn growers. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has the Indiana farm forecast which includes thunderstorm possibilities. Tuesday the corn, soybean and wheat markets all gained some ground. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Arlan Suderman provides market 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.

Potatoes aren't like other crops.   They're an extremely unique crop that require extra care and attention. You need to have the right soil conditions, a solid fertilizer program and a strong understanding of how they grow throughout the season. Explore how you can support your potato crop on this episode of The Dirt.   Join Mike Howell and Brigham Young Professor and Professional Soil Scientist, Bryan G. Hopkins, as they explore how to manage nutrition throughout production. Tune in to uncover nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus application rates and explore best practices in nutrient management that can support your success.   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 the need for farmers to be involved in farm policy and what is the job market right now for careers in agriculture? HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has some clouds and some rain in parts of Indiana today. Ryan will explain, and Monday the soybean market worked a little higher but grains were under pressure all session. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst John Zanker provides market 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.

How do you put common sense back into Washington, D.C.?  From Washington, D.C., returning and very special guest, Erin Houchin, joins hosts Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett.  Congresswoman Erin Houchin is the U.S. representative for Indiana's 9th congressional district and is the second highest ranking female in Congress!Congresswoman Houchin serves on the Energy and Commerce Committee, the Budget Committee and the Rules Committee, and because of that, she's on the trifecta of committees for budget reconciliation and will provide a glimpse into how the government is working to find savings while still protecting the individuals who need assistance.  She'll also give an update on the Farm Bill and the upcoming large issues she'll be working to address.  “What I try to do in my approach is to get as much information as I can to make the best decision that I can to help the most people that I can…”

The USDA just reported that there are 243 veterinary shortage areas across 46 states nationwide – the highest number ever. It's a challenging environment, particularly when you consider veterinarians are on the front lines of battling avian influenza and dealing with a massively growing companion animal population. Dr. Bret Marsh, Dean of the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, joins this week to help understand the evolution that's happening in this space and how this gap is being tackled. We get into:  What he's hearing from veterinarians in the field and those he works alongside on research How his past experience as Indiana's State Veterinarian and now the Dean at Purdue's College of Veterinary Medicine has shaped a unique perspective on where this segment of the agbioscience industry needs to evolve Balancing the need for veterinarians in the field with a deep need to continue innovation at Purdue University – and the need for veterinarians to do that, too The latest updates of what's happening at the Purdue Veterinary Teaching Hospital Areas that have Bret most intrigued right now – from avian influenza vaccines to OneHealth His optimism for the incoming class of veterinary students at Purdue and their insurmountable opportunities The top challenges that will need to be overcome in the industry in the coming years What's on the horizon for Purdue's College of Veterinary Science 

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including a tool to help you make the most profitable nitrogen application decisions, and it's Indiana FFA State Convention week. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for warmer air this week and he will explain the rain possibilities today. Friday the soybean market led corn and wheat higher as world tensions heated up and EPA came through with a positive RVO proposal. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Brian Basting provides market 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: Pitching Indiana as a possible home for more USDA employees was one reason why several Indiana ag leaders traveled to Washington, D.C. on Thursday to meet with U.S. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins, as USDA considers moving many of its operations out of the nation's capital. Imagine getting seven inches of rain in just less than two hours! That's what happened last weekend to Brady Bishop, who farms in Washington County. He tells Hoosier Ag Today that luckily, the flood damage to his crops isn't widespread. However, it has caused further delays in finishing planting for the year. And, this coming week is the 96th Indiana FFA State Convention at Purdue University in West Lafayette! You'll hear from Indiana FFA President Ethan Wolheter as he previews the upcoming convention. Plus, Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast. Also, Brian Basting explains why soybeans and wheat prices were sharply higher on Friday. 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 a look at the 4-H Academy that is getting students "beyond ready" for their next chapters, and the Ag Secretary addresses farm labor issues. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin details a transition to wetter Indiana weather ahead. Thursday the corn, soybean and wheat markets were mixed after the USDA supply and demand June update. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Karl Setzer provides market 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 WTF? (What's Threatening Farmers) with Gary Truitt: The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative, the brainchild of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert Kennedy, Jr., is designed to change what Americans eat, how food is produced, and who is allowed to produce it. The goals in the latest MAHA report impact every part of U.S. agriculture. What makes this a threat to farmers is that the proposed changes are not based on science, but rather on social media hearsay and conspiracy theories. Gary Truitt looks at what farmers need to do to protect themselves from the Make American Healthy Again movement.  

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including Indiana as a possible home for more employees of USDA and we preview the upcoming Indiana FFA State Convention. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has another warm day and probably plenty of sunshine, and then some rain chances come in. Wednesday the corn, soybean and wheat markets were all quiet and mostly lower. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Tom Fritz provides market 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 C.J. Miller have the news including what the impact of tariffs on ag construction projects is, and ISDA wants to hear what you would like to see in the new Indiana state ag portal. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's forecast calls for more sunshine and dry conditions today before some slight rain chances in the north late tomorrow. Tuesday the corn and soybean markets saw bargain buying while the wheat market sold off. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Arlan Suderman provides market 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.

How can you navigate today's market conditions?   Join Mike Howell and Nutrien Senior Market Research Manager, Mark Tully, as they explore the complexities of agriculture's current market landscape.   Mark unpacks fertilizer availability and how various international trade dynamics have impacted global supplies of fertilizer. From tight nitrogen and phosphorus supplies to strong demands for potash, we uncover it all. We also explore how current supplies and trade uncertainties will impact commodity prices and what these dynamics mean for your farm.   Plus, Mark shares what he says he is keeping a close eye on this season (hint: he's got his eyes on the sky).   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 seven inches of rain in one southern Indiana farmer's rain gauge, and we take a look at the disappointing April exports of U.S. beef and pork. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana farm forecast includes dry, breezy and humid conditions in the coming few days, and Monday the streak of gains in the corn, soybean and wheat markets ended. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Chuck Shelby provides market 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.

How can 4-H prepare students for life after school?  Returning guest Heather VonDielingen is in the podcast room with Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  Her responsibilities have changed a bit since she last met with us, and Heather is now working as the Juntos 4-H Lead for the Indiana State 4-H Office.Heather will share with us about the Juntos program which exists to help students gain the skills and resources to help them graduate high school and open up a new realm of career and academic opportunities upon graduation.  You'll also learn about the programs that exist for the families of students in the Juntos program and the Next Chapter, a program through the Indiana Department of Workforce Development, that exists to increase the employability skills and readiness for the workforce or additional studies.  “We're really trying to give those kids practical skills that they'll use…  We're really preparing these kids for life and work.”

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including an update on weather conditions for those farmers still trying to wrap up planting season and what could lead to another higher cost of doing farm business at the end of this year? HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana farm forecast calls for some rain possibilities today but the rest of the week could be nice and dry. Corn, soybean and wheat markets closed the week with more gains and the upside leader Friday was wheat. Andy Eubank has settlements and he is joined by analyst Brian Basting for 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.

The global functional food ingredients market is expected to grow by $53 billion by 2028 according to Technavio. One pioneer, a scientist, is operating at the intersection of food and health and has become a functional food powerhouse. Dr. Nora Khaldi, CEO and Founder of Nuritas, joins us to talk ingredients, food and innovation. We get into:  What big companies are looking for right now when it comes to ingredient formulation, specifically around functional foods What a peptide is, and how it works Nuritas' need product launch, PeptiSleep, and its ability to improve all four phases of sleep How Nora's conversations go with big food brands when they understand the power of peptides The moments where she understood her own differentiation as an innovator Data's value and the duration it takes to accrue it – and AI as a tool to fuel the system What's ahead for Nuritas 

On this edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: Late-season frost hit areas north of Fort Wayne last weekend. C.J. Miller chats with Noble County farmer Tom Griffiths, who says the frost damaged a lot of corn that had been planted in his area. You'll also hear the story of Creighton Brothers, an egg-production company in Kosciusko County that is celebrating its 100th anniversary! Mindy Truex, President of Creighton Brothers and granddaughter of one of the founders, shares the history of her family's company. All that—plus Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast. Plus, Brian Basting with Advance Trading reviews Friday's grain markets.

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including a family owned egg producer in northern Indiana that is celebrating 100 years, and what's the latest progress in closing the urban-rural digital divide gap? HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has a mostly dry Indiana farm forecast but some rain chances, and the weekend weather looks pretty good. Corn, soybean and wheat markets made it two sessions in a row for gains in Thursday trade. Andy Eubank has settlements and he is joined by analyst Karl Setzer for 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 HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including a northeast Indiana crop update as planting operations try to wrap up and American farmers are getting older. We'll hear what American Farm Bureau has to say about that. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for rain to try and exit the state, but some lingering rain is possible, mostly in the south. Corn and soybean futures again worked higher Wednesday and wheat joined in the short covering move. Andy Eubank has the settlements and he is joined by analyst Tom Fritz for 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 HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including a new ag economy barometer that has reached a 4-year high, and U.S. ag leaders are still concerned about some of what is happening or not happening for ag in the Trump administration. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says rain is on the way to Indiana. He'll detail possible rain totals. Corn and soybean futures finally corrected a little higher in Tuesday trade and wheat was back and forth before ending lower. Andy Eubank has the settlements and he is joined by analyst Arlan Suderman for 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 HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer has the news including a planting update for Indiana and another crop tour around the state to see how variable conditions are. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin actually calls for a sunny and hot day today, but he details the rain that will follow the current dry stretch. Corn and soybean futures ended Monday trade lower as wheat futures posted nickel gains. Andy Eubank has the settlements and he is joined by analyst Chuck Shelby for 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.

Join Mike Howell as he sits down with the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry's Deputy Commissioner, JanLee Rowlett, to talk about the future of our fields. Explore how organizations like Future Farmers of America, 4-H and the department of agriculture are developing and preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders—from farmers to accountants. Learn about the department of agriculture's current programs and how they encourage youth to come back to rural communities.   Learn more about the year of youth in agriculture: https://ag.ok.gov/year-of-youth-in-agriculture/   Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com   Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics

On this edition of the Indiana Ag Policy Podcast, we discuss the Grain Indemnity Bill (SB461) that was just recently signed into law by Governor Braun. Clark Smith, director of the Indiana Grain Buyers & Warehouse Licensing Agency, and Agribusiness Council of Indiana President Bruce Kettler join us to discuss why this bill was a big win for farmers, agribusinesses, and the agency. The Indiana Ag Policy Podcast is presented by the Indiana Soybean Alliance and Indiana Corn Growers Association with support from Indiana Farm Bureau.

Are you considering getting into agriculture but not sure you want to take all the risk?  You're going to want to tune into this episode!  After a six-month hiatus, returning guest, Dan Vague, joins hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama in the podcast room for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  Dan is the Vice President of Swine Production at SwineLink, a division of Premier Companies that handles the management for family-owned pork facilities. You'll learn the ins and outs of SwineLink, a wean-to-finish program, and how it's designed to get the younger generation back on the farm with more income streams.  Dan, Jeff, and Sal will explain how the sow share system works to allow the production of pigs that will be brought in and finished out as part of SwineLink.  You'll learn how the pigs are raised and the automated systems that are installed in the barns and the processes involved to keep the pigs healthy and the facilities free from contamination.  Dan will also share what happens before the next group of pigs arrives to keep the barns clean and make sure the pigs will have a safe environment.  Curious about what's happening in the swine market?  They'll tackle that topic as well!  “The biggest thing for us, from a profitability standpoint, is to keep the pigs healthy…”  

There are roughly 86 million head of cattle and 74 million head of hogs in the US. That's according to USDA – those numbers flat year over year in a market where the demand for animal protein is expected to be up 5% by 2033. It's a math equation that creates a challenge but also creates an opportunity for innovation. Liane Hart, co-founder and CEO, of Verility joins us to talk animal health. She gets into:  The overall animal health market from both the veterinarian and producer perspective Animal fertility challenges and how Verility seeks to innovate in this area How farmers and ranchers currently manage a lack of fertility in production agriculture Verility's platform, Fertile-Eyez, the first true AI fertility device in the animal health industry and its ability to remove all subjectivity of sperm analysis and ovulation detection How artificial intelligence is being leveraged to create accuracy and profitability for the producer Liane's leap from Purdue student to Elanco employee to entrepreneur – including a stop to observe a technology at Brigham and Women's Hospital Lessons she's learned as an entrepreneur along the way and advice she'd share with those who might have an innovative idea in agbioscience What's ahead for Verility 

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including a new but familiar name and face at the head of the Indiana Farm Service Agency, and meat and poultry wants to be at the table as farm labor revisions are discussed. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has a mostly dry forecast the next couple of days as temperatures warm up too. Corn and soybean futures again sold off to end the month of May. Andy Eubank has the settlements and he is joined by analyst Brian Basting for 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 this edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: Eric Pfeiffer chats with Steve Brown, who is returning to serve as Indiana's Executive Director of USDA's Farm Service Agency (FSA). He had previously served as head of the state's FSA during President Trump's first term from 2017-2021. You'll hear from Brown why he's decided to come out of retirement to return to lead the agency. Since the beginning of the year, 22 commercial poultry farms and millions of birds have been depopulated across Indiana because of bird flu—or highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). But now, the Indiana State Board of Animal Health (BOAH) says the state has been cleared of the virus. C.J. Miller talks with Dr. Maria Cooper with BOAH, as she shares why the recent "HPAI-free status" is important for the state's poultry industry. All that—plus, Brian Basting with Advanced Trading reviews the grain markets from Friday and Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast. 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 the new planting weather forecast and Indiana has achieved freedom from HPAI or bird flu. We will explore what that designation means. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says there is moisture in parts of the state and clouds in other parts but a good weekend is coming. Nearby soybean futures turned around to join the wheat market in the black Thursday, and corn traded lower again. Andy Eubank has the numbers and he is joined by analyst Karl Setzer for 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.

As Indiana's famous Month of May comes to a close, Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap big news for Mark Warner and LIberation Labs, look ahead to exciting new for AgriNovus' Velocity Demo Day and Indiana's hosting of the Global Entrepreneurship Congress next week. Mitch and Cayla also look ahead to his next career journey and talk about what's next for the podcast: Mark Warner talks Vivici partnership on the podcast: https://podcast.agrinovusindiana.com/public/215/Agbioscience-8a9a4381/50e60709Velocity Demo Day is coming on 6/18. Register here: https://agrinovusindiana.com/velocity/The Global Entrepreneurship Congress kicks off in Indianapolis next week! Agbioscience listeners can use the code ECOSYSTEM50

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Any Eubank have the news including a look at an up and down spring for Indiana corn and soybean fields and learn about a new awareness program called Forestry for the Birds. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has some good drying weather today but there is another round of rain out west. There was weakness in corn and soybeans Wednesday but slight gains for Chicago wheat futures. Andy has the numbers and he is joined by analyst Tom Fritz for 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 HAT Podcast C.J. Miller has the news including a look at Indiana soybeans by international buyers and what has agriculture's reaction been to Make America Healthy Again? HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says the incoming weather system is falling apart with rain chances diminishing too, and there was no strength to be found in the grain markets Tuesday. Andy Eubank has the numbers and he is joined by analyst Arlan Suderman for 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.

What are the most important things you need to know about nitrogen management?   Join Mike Howell as he explores what Dr. Fabián G. Fernández has learned in over a decade in the field. According to Dr. Fabián, it's all about managing risk. Tune in as he shares what's worked year in and year out in preventing loss and driving a greater ROI. Uncover the unmatched value of spring applications, tips for fall applications and the essential role of adequate soil drainage.   Plus, Dr. Fabián shares his expert tips for managing nitrogen in sandy soils (including his rule of thumb for the best time to apply).   Read Dr. Fabián's full article on the University of Minnesota Extension website: https://blog-crop-news.extension.umn.edu/2025/02/four-things-ive-learned-about-nitrogen.html   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 has the news including another crop tour Tuesday which again brings us a mix of planting progress from different parts of Indiana. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin will detail some rains that will begin to lurk around Indiana, and the markets were closed for Memorial Day yesterday. Andy Eubank is joined by analyst John Zanker for thoughts on what the markets will be impacted by starting a new week. 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.

Sal's favorite agronomist is back!  Glenn Longabaugh is in the podcast room with Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  You know and love Glenn as Premier's Technical Agronomist, and he's handing his agronomy secrets out, but you won't be learning any of his tricks for bowhunting turkeys.In addition to his hunting adventures, you'll learn about ideal planting windows and why you should plant according to the weather and not according to the calendar. Considering skipping the phosphate this year?  Glenn will also share why you should rethink that and consider sticking to your original application plans to be able to raise a large crop. “It's not a good time to build…  I think it's a good time to… have that relationship with your account manager, and let's look at crop removal and what your maintenance levels are…  Let's weather this storm.”

The USDA estimates that between 30-40% of the US food supply is wasted every year – that's over 133 BILLION pounds. One farmer, turned soldier, turned entrepreneur is tackling that market. Ben Moore, founder of The Ugly Company, joins us to talk to fruit. We get into:  Ben's connection to Indiana and how a farmer went on to create a trucking company that became The Ugly Company as it is today How damaged fruit with scars or other cosmetic issues because big business for Ben – The Ugly Company can now be found on store shelves of Target, Sam's Club, Walmart and Whole Foods The Ugly Company's goal to prevent food waste, where they are at in that target and how they hope to accelerate that goal in the future How the fruit becomes the product on shelves – The Ugly Process, if you will Ben's advice for aspiring farmers, business owners and entrepreneurs and lessons he's learned from leading his business and his time serving in the US Army What service looks like to him versus what it maybe looked like as a 22-year-old soldier What's ahead for The Ugly Company – including further distribution and availability in schools 

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including a preview of the new Purdue Crop Chat podcast which highlights big problems for some Indiana soybean fields and don't make any outdoor cooking mistakes on this holiday Monday. Decent Memorial Day weekend weather continues today but we do have some rain chances coming. Corn, soybean and wheat markets followed the stock market lower on tariff news Friday. Andy Eubank has closing prices and he brings in analyst Brian Basting for his market intel. 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: One of the biggest traditions at the Indianapolis 500 is the winning driver celebrating with an ice-cold glass bottle of milk in Victory Circle courtesy of American Dairy Association Indiana. You'll hear from two rookie drivers in this year's race—Robert Shwartzman with PREMA Racing and Nolan Segal with Arrow McLaren—as they share what it would mean for them to take the checkered flag and celebrate with milk as the winner of this weekend's Indy 500! Indiana Governor Mike Braun has signed two bills into law this past week that both deal with agriculture. The first dealing with the Indiana Grain Buyers agency. The second dealing with Indiana's FFA and 4-H students. You'll hear from Bruce Kettler with Agribusiness Council of Indiana and State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) on the importance of these two bills. All that—plus, Brian Basting with Advanced Trading reviews the grain markets from Friday. 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 the updated Indiana planting weather forecast and FFA and 4-H students are catching a break on out of school travel via a bill that made it through the statehouse and was signed by the governor this week. On the Friday before Indy 500 race weekend HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin is calling our weather chilly! But it could be dry Sunday and Monday. Grain and oilseed markets were mixed in quiet Thursday trade. Andy Eubank has those details and he brings in with analyst Karl Setzer for his market intel. 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.