Hoosier Ag Today Podcast

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including more from the new Purdue Crop Chat podcast on disease in soybeans, including a new one in Indiana, and investigating possible unfair trading policies by Brazil. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin looks ahead to the weekend outlook with the Indiana Farm Forecast, and soybean futures again worked higher during Thursday trade. Andy Eubank has settlements and he is joined by market analyst Brian Basting for his 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 move northward of southern rust in a preview of the new Purdue Crop Chat podcast and how to serve as a farm missionary. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has the Indiana Farm Forecast which includes a morning pause before some additional rain and storms may hit your area, and everything worked higher in the Wednesday grain and oilseed markets. Andy Eubank has settlements and he is joined by market analyst Tom Fritz for his 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 an Indiana dairy farmer reacting to the elimination of food dyes in ice cream and Indiana cover crop use keeps rolling at impressive levels. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has the Indiana Farm Forecast with an active pattern and heat the rest of the week, and the Tuesday grain and oilseed markets were quiet and again only corn finished higher. Andy Eubank has settlements and he is joined by market analyst Arlan Suderman for his 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.

In agriculture, we tend to look at each nutrient in isolation. It's time to break down our silos and take a closer look at how nutrients work together in our fields.   Join Mike Howell and special guest, Eve-Lyn Hinckley, as they explore Hinckley's recent research on sulfur. From increasing nitrogen use efficiency to changing soil pH, we explore sulfur's critical role in our soil and how it works together with various nutrients to support crop production. From the rising need for sulfur to tips for better and smarter sulfur management, we explore it all.   We also dig into the first global analysis of sulfur deficiency and Hinckley's role in spearheading the new research.   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 Ted McKinney on the Trump administration efforts for fair trade and an update on disease popping up in Indiana fields this summer and the need for fungicide applications. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says the Indiana Farm Forecast will be mostly dry today with some exceptions, and the Monday grain and oilseed markets saw gains only in corn futures. Andy Eubank has settlements and he is joined by market analyst John Zanker for his 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 is the number one cause of farm-related fatalities? Brian Scheid returns to join hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies!  As you may remember, Brian is the Director of HR and Environmental Health and Safety for Premier Companies.Jeff, Sal, and Brian will cover a variety of farm-related safety topics including equipment safety, and Brian will dig into leading causes of fatalities including why tractors are prone to rollovers.  From power takeoff (PTO) injuries to driving on the road, grain bin safety, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, you'll learn about several of the basics to be aware of around the farm. “The main thing is just being aware.  I think everybody gets in a hurry and tries to multitask… you just can't do that.” 

Purdue Crop Chat is a regular podcast from Hoosier Ag Today and the Purdue University Extension Service, featuring Purdue Extension soybean specialist Dr. Shaun Casteel and Extension Corn Specialist Dr. Dan Quinn. On this episode, Dan and Shaun welcome Purdue's Crop Pathologist Darcy Telenko to discuss disease pressure around the state, tar spot in particular. 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. Visit The Crop Protection Network for tools discussed during this podcast.

The food ingredients market is expected to grow to $97 billion by 2029. That's an annual growth rate of just over 6.5%. Central to that growth is the voice of the consumer seeking options to improve their health and ingredients that contribute to their overall wellness. One company has been innovating in this space for generations. Ed Fish, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Varietal Solutions at Bay State Milling, joins guest host Jarrod Sutton from Purdue DIAL Ventures to discuss the market's rapid change -- from consumer demands to regulatory pressures and beyond. We get into:  The overall ingredients market and the perspective on how consumer health is creating new opportunities Who Bay State Milling aims to serve through innovation, the company's 125-year family-owned legacy and its growing portfolio Unique differentiation, being nimble and knowing how to connect food to agriculture Leveraging their Rothwell Grain Essential Center to work with customers on refining and troubleshooting products – and how their customers participate in the process New products being rolled out by Bay State Milling in the food is health space, including HealthSense™ (a high-fiber wheat flour) and SowNaked Oats™ (a higher-protein oat) How the relationships work for Bay State Milling across the value chain – farmers to food companies How Ed believes the winners of tomorrow are innovating today What's ahead for Bay State Milling 

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Andy Eubank have the news including details on disaster relief funds coming available from USDA and a farm stress update from Purdue on ways to manage your stress on the farm. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has the Indiana Farm Forecast that calls for hit and miss rain chances this week, and the Friday corn, soybean and wheat markets moved lower after the USDA WASDE update. Andy is joined by market analyst Brian Basting. They have settlements and 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: "Farm Security is National Security!" That was the message this past week from U.S. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins and other cabinet members as the Trump administration introduced the National Farm Security Action Plan, which includes a push to prevent America's farmland from being owned by China and other foreign adversaries. We also have stories this week featuring Weaver Popcorn, Kuehnert Milk House in Fort Wayne, the AgrAbility Program at Purdue University, and the upcoming Winamac Antique Power Show. Brian Basting with Advance Trading reviews USDA's July WASDE Report. Plus, Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast.

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Andy Eubank have the news including almost one hundred years for Indiana-based Weaver Popcorn and national cattlemen react to announcements from USDA this week. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin checks in with the Indiana Farm Forecast which continues the sunny, warm and humid conditions with storm chances, and the Thursday corn, soybean and wheat markets all finished higher. Andy is joined by market analyst Karl Setzer for settlements and 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 growing season update on corn and beans in north-central Indiana and details on the new USDA farm security action plan. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast has dry, sunny and humid weather for two days but then rain may return, and the Thursday corn market went over break even, barely. The soybean market again moved lower. Andy is joined by market analyst Tom Fritz for numbers and 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 visit to the Milk House near Fort Wayne and a look at the growth of ag biologicals and how Indiana is playing a role. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes a possibly quiet weather day today but storms are possible and humidity continues, and the Wednesday corn and soybean markets again liquidated while wheat was steady. Andy Eubank is joined by market analyst Arlan Suderman for numbers and 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 concern about a new dairy-free butter product and the antique power show is coming back to Winamac, Indiana this month. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes comfortable conditions today but a hot, humid week still to come, and the Monday corn, soybean and wheat markets opened the week with a sharp selloff. Andy Eubank is joined by market analyst John Zanker for numbers and 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.

When it comes to safety on the farm, a little bit of preparation goes a long way.   In this episode of The Dirt, we sit down with Dr. Thomas Bowden, a practicing ER doctor with firsthand insight into the health and safety risks faced by farmers every day. From the basics of first aid to the most life-saving measures on the farm, Dr. Bowden shares what every farmer should know about caring for yourself and others in the field.   Discover what to do – and what not to do – during common farm incidents, why every farm needs a well-stocked first aid kit, how to respond to a broken bone, how to respond while waiting for EMS to arrive, what to do in the event of a snake bite, how to recognize and address heat stress and more on 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

Why is insurance so expensive?  Christina Lauber joins hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama for today's episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  Christina is the Assistant Vice President for Lockton Companies which works with companies across the US to help them build out their health and insurance programs.You'll hear how Christina went from wanting to be an actress to working in recruitment and ultimately ended up working for an insurance broker.  Sal, Jeff, and Christina will dig into the various factors that have led to an increase in insurance costs and some of the things we employers and consumers can do to have an impact on our healthcare journeys.  You'll also learn about the offerings Premier has for their employees and why they feel it's so important to set the bar high with both pay and benefits.  “I'm… blown away by your company and the approach that the leadership team does take… I think Harold just has a commitment and a passion for doing the right thing for his people.”

The market for ag biologicals is projected to grow significantly according to Grandview Research – making the leap from $11B market in 2024 to a $16.8B in 2030. One Indiana company has recently created a strategic alliance to drive biological innovation at every stage of the crop nutrition cycle. Dr. Tanya Soule, Vice President of Microbiology at BW Fusion, joins us to talk science, producers and the farm. We get into:  What biologicals are and how they benefit farmers How they work in tandem with other fertilizers and modes of crop protection to drive yield BW Fusion's approach to scientific discovery and innovation How the company got into the agbioscience industry – it wasn't its first vertical Bain Capital Double Impact's support that led to the strategic alliance between BW Fusion, Biodyne USA and Agronomy 365 and what that has allowed them to do from an innovation perspective The farmers' role in advancing innovation at BW Fusion Why Tanya, a career academic, made the switch to working with the BW Fusion team and coming to the agbiosciences Her advice for young scientists What's ahead for BW Fusion 

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including efforts to address food insecurity right here at home and we have more about the AgrAbility program, including how it started. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast has lingering rain today followed by a week of unsettled weather, and there were no markets Friday for the 4th of July. Andy Eubank is joined by market analyst Brian Basting with his assessment of the markets right now. 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: President Trump has signed the "One Big Beautiful Bill" into law. Eric Pfeiffer reports how it includes many tax breaks and provisions to help America's farmers and rural communities. Benton County native Chuck Conner is retiring after serving more than 40 years as a national ag leader in Washington, D.C. C.J. Miller spoke with Conner about his career, which includes stints leading USDA and the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives. Plus, July is "National Ice Cream Month!" Brooke Williams with American Dairy Association Indiana chats about their upcoming Ice Cream Social fundraiser on July 17th—and how ice cream plays an important role in Indiana's ag economy!

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including news from Washington where the Trump budget bill passed and what it means for farmers, and more on that trade deal with Vietnam. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes hot, humid holiday weather and mostly dry, and Thursday grain and oilseed markets were mixed with higher corn and beans. Andy Eubank has settlements and Karl Setzer provides 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 an update on disease in a preview of the new Purdue Crop Chat podcast, and nominations are needed for county FSA committees. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes building humidity today and a hot 4th of July weekend. Wednesday grain and oilseed markets jumped on short covering before the long weekend. Andy Eubank has settlements and Tom Fritz provides 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 the new ag economy barometer dropping and concerns about fertilizer availability and cost. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says the Indiana Farm Forecast continues to feature pleasant weather before it gets more humid for the weekend. Tuesday grain and oilseed markets were mixed, wheat higher, corn lower and soybeans steady. Andy Eubank has settlements and Arlan Suderman provides 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.

Purdue Crop Chat is a regular podcast from Hoosier Ag Today and the Purdue University Extension Service, featuring Purdue Extension soybean specialist Dr. Shaun Casteel and Extension Corn Specialist Dr. Dan Quinn. On this episode, Dan and Shaun discuss the variable crop progress around the state as some farms are faring better than others. 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 Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including an important re-authorization needed this year of a law run by the Federal Grain Inspection Service and it is National Ice Cream Month, let's celebrate. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has the Indiana Farm Forecast which includes a drop in humidity and some nice weather. Monday grain and oilseed markets were quiet and mixed after the USDA stocks and acreage reports. Andy Eubank has settlements and gets 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.

How are ongoing conflicts reshaping fertilizer and energy markets around the world?   Find out with Mike Howell and Nutrien Senior Manager of Market Research, Mark Tully. Explore how energy prices and fertilizer supplies have changed as a result of ongoing conflict in the Middle East - one of the most important regions in fertilizer production.   From losing half a million tons of prompt fertilizer supply to the closure of major production facilities, we uncover it all.   Take a closer look at both immediate and long-term impacts for producers and importers, including changing urea prices and nitrogen supplies, and how the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz could impact global availability.   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 company setting up shop in Lafayette in the ag bioscience sector, and Hoosier native Chuck Conner is ready to retire after a long career in agriculture. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast has more heat, humidity, and unstable weather, but after today there are changes in the pattern. Friday grain and oilseed markets wrapped up a week of liquidation with some short covering ahead of today's USDA June 30th stocks and acreage reports. Andy Eubank has settlements and is joined by analyst Brian Basting 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 man, the myth, and the legend returns!  Glenn Longabaugh returns to the podcast room with hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  Of course, Glenn is the Technical Agronomist for Premier Companies, but you may not know he's practically an expert on suck holes and vole colonies.  Glenn will share an update on the current growing season and how the weather conditions have impacted each farmer's ability to get their fields planted.  You'll also learn why Glenn isn't worried about the tar spot findings from pathologists and why small plants aren't great hosts.  Sal, Jeff, and Glenn dig into how diseases become epidemics in the reproductive stage and the various stages of the disease triangle and why it should be considered a disease square instead.  You'll also hear about Glenn's top watchouts given our recent rainfall events and the reasons behind the greensnap corn in Premier's territory.  “I don't want to condemn this crop…  I'm telling you, there's a lot of potential out there.”

The month of June has passed -- and it was a busy one! AgriNovus Vice President, Libby Fritz, joins Cayla Chiddister in the studio to talk through a number of exciting things, including what's to come for the podcast with Mitch's departure from AgriNovus. Hint: we aren't going anywhere! We get into: Updates to what you can expect to hear and see on the podcast moving forward!What's going on with the CEO search -- and how you can apply to be our next fearless leaderVelocity Demo Day, the three winners and our power outage networking party; watch our Directionally Speaking video series hereField Atlas Company Tours are coming 8/14-8/15 at Corteva and Ingredion; if you know a college student interested in learning more about agbioscience, have them apply by 7/13! Register here.Community of Practice webinar on AI in Agriculture coming on 7/23; Register here.Quadrant is back on 8/20 and we are talking leadership in action! Register here.

Julia A. Wickard serves as the Executive Director of the Purdue Veterinary Medicine Alumni Association and Constituent Liaison. Previously she served as the State Executive Director of the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) in Indiana. Wickard also has served as the Assistant Commissioner of the Office of Program Support and the Agricultural Liaison at the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) for the State of Indiana. In addition, Wickard served as the State Executive Director for FSA in Indiana from 2008-2017. Before her federal service, Wickard served as the Executive Vice President of the Indiana Beef Cattle Association. She also worked for Indiana Farm Bureau Inc., the Indiana Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts, Inc., and served as Deputy Director in the Office of the Commissioner of Agriculture for seven years. She has worked for two members of Congress in Washington D.C., and she serves on several agricultural and community boards and commissions. Wickard graduated from Purdue University with a bachelor's degree in agricultural communications and political science. She received the Purdue Agricultural Alumni Association Certificate of Distinction and was selected as a College of Agriculture Distinguished Alumni. She is a graduate of the two-year Indiana Agricultural Leadership Program through AgrIInstitute where she has served as Chairperson of the Board of Directors. She received the Purdue Women in Agriculture Leadership Award in 2024 and was recognized by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency Administrator as the Supervisor of the Year, as well. Wickard was a recipient of the Purdue Agricultural Alumni Association Certificate of Distinction in 2022. She was awarded as a 2019 Distinguished Alumni from the Agricultural Sciences Education and Communication Department in the College of Agriculture at Purdue University. Wickard received the Sagamore of the Wabash Award in 2004 from Governor Joseph E. Kernan, and the Beck's Hybrids “Beyond the Fence” in 2015. She received numerous national awards during her USDA tenure and was appointed to the Indiana State Fair Board of Directors by Governor Mike Pence in 2015. Wickard, her husband, Chris, and their two young adult children – Jordyn and Jacob, reside in Hancock County on their 100-year homesteaded family farm where they raise registered Angus cattle, Boer goats and assist in operating the farm with her family. Chris also is a graduate of Purdue, BS agribusiness management in 1993, and their kids are students at Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN.

For over 230 episodes of Agbioscience, Mitch Frazier has helped share the stories of leaders and innovators across food, animal health, plant science, agtech and agriculture. One story we've not told, though, is that of the storyteller, himself. Today we close a chapter on this podcast and with all love, turn our pages forward to what lies next. But make no mistake, this is not a chapter we will soon forget. For his final time on Agbioscience, Mitch Frazier joins us. We get into:  A look back at the last five years of agbioscience innovation Mitch's vision as a leader and why he chose growth as a focus for AgriNovus The importance of creating the conditions for industry to grow Seizing the opportunity – and which of those opportunities agbioscience should be looking to in the years to come The power of a small team to drive outcomes His favorite part about hosting more than 230 episodes of the podcast Learning from some of Indiana's best and bright leaders while in agbioscience – and what lessons he plans to take with him His favorite down to business – and unserious – moments at AgriNovus Mitch's personal signoff on Agbioscience 

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.