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Todd Gleason is a farm broadcaster located on the Urbana Champaign campus of the University of Illinois. He works for University of Illinois Extension and with Illinois Public Media. websites www.narrowrow.com www.ifr.illinois.edu www.willag.org twitter https://twitter.com/commodityweek @commodi…

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    CMR FAC | BioManufacturing and the Future of Ag

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 23:50


    - Ismael Nieves, General Manager, Primient iPROOF  - Vijay Singh, IBRL University of Illinois  ★ Support this podcast ★

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    CMR FAC | Signs Point to a Bullish Biofuels Policy

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    CMR FAC | Trade, Transportation and Global Markets

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    - Jim Tarman, Illinois Corn Growers Association- Mark Wilson, U.S. Grains and BioProducts Council- Collin Watters, Illinois Corn Growers Association ★ Support this podcast ★

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    Jan 20 | Closing Market Report

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    Jan 19 | MLK Day Closing Market Report

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    Jan 16 | Closing Market Report

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    Jan 13 | Closing Market Report

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    Jan 12 | Closing Market Report

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    - Joe Janzen, University of Illinois- Curt Kimmel, AgMarket.net- WILLAg News Update- Mark Russo, EverStream.ai ★ Support this podcast ★

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    Jan 09 | Closing Market Report

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    - Mike Zuzolo, GlobalCommResearch.com- No Supreme Court Tariff Ruling- Caterpillar, NVDIA, AI, & the Physical World- Alfalfa Weevil Insecticide Resistance Survey- Eric Snodgrass, NutrienAgSolutions.com ★ Support this podcast ★

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    Jan 07 | Closing Market Report

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    Jan 06 | Closing Market Report

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    Jan 05 | Closing Market Report

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    - Curt Kimmel, AgMarket.net- Ed Usset, University of Minnesota- Mark Russo, EverStream.ai ★ Support this podcast ★

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    CMR FAC | Research, Outreach, and Working Together

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2026 29:50 Transcription Available


    - Rod Johnson, Associate Dean of Research - University of Illinois  - Matthew Vann, Director of Extension - University of Illinois  - Rodney Weinzierl, Executive Director - Illinois Corn Growers AssocaitionFrom the Land Grant University in Urbana-Champaign, Illinois this is a special edition of the Closing Market Report. Presentations from the 2025 Farm Assets Conference; Research, Outreach, and Working Together. I'm University of Illinois Extension's Todd Gleason.The future of Illinois agriculture is in the hands of some very capable leaders. At a recent symposium, key figures from the University of Illinois College of ACES and the Illinois Corn Growers Association sat down to discuss the evolving landscape of agricultural research, extension services, and industry collaboration.From navigating shifts in federal funding priorities to pioneering AI applications in farming, these leaders are bridging the gap between campus innovation and "muddy boots" field application.Join us as we hear from:   - Matthew Van, the new Director of Extension at the University of Illinois    - Rodney Weinzierl, long-time leader at the Illinois Corn Growers Association    - Rod Johnson, Associate Dean of Research at the College of ACES 29:50 running time ★ Support this podcast ★

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    CMR FAC | Crop Sciences for the 2026 Growing Season

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    - Nick Seiter, Extension Field Crops Entomologist - University of Illinois  - Stephanie Porter, Outreach Agronomist - Illinois Soybean AssociationFrom the Land Grant University in Urbana-Champaign, Illinois this is a special edition of the Closing Market Report. Presentations from the 2025 Farm Assets Conference; Crop Sciences for the 2026 Growing Season. I'm University of Illinois Extension's Todd Gleason.Coming up next, we dive into the outlook for the 2026 growing season with a focus on crop sciences. Join Stephanie Porter from the Illinois Soybean Association and University of Illinois entomologist Nick Seiter as they discuss the latest research on pest management, weed resistance, and innovative on-farm trials aimed at helping farmers navigate the challenges of the coming year.32:43 ★ Support this podcast ★

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    CMR FAC | Why You Should Use the N-Rate Calculator

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    - John Jones, Soil Scientist - University of Illinois  - Gary Schnitkey, Agricultural Economist - University of Illinois  - Laura Gentry, Water Quality Specialist - Illinois Corn Growers AssociationFrom the Land Grant University in Urbana-Champaign, Illinois this is a special edition of the Closing Market Report. Presentations from the 2025 Farm Assets Conference; Why You Should Use the N-Rate Calculator. I'm University of Illinois Extension's Todd Gleason.During the December conference we were joined by a panel of experts: John Jones, a soil fertility specialist from the University of Illinois; Gary Schnitkey, an agricultural economist also from the U of I; and Laura Gentry, of the Illinois Corn Growers Association's.In an era of fluctuating input costs, these three believe corn production is about maximizing profits rather than yields. Today you'll listen to them break down how the N-Rate Calculator and the Precision Conservation Management program are helping farmers protect both the local watershed and their bottom line by finding the 'sweet spot' for nitrogen applications. We'll begin with soil scientist John Jones.54:38 running time ★ Support this podcast ★

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    CMR FAC | Ag Policy Objectives and Prospects

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 30:12 Transcription Available


    - Jonathan Coppess, University of Illinois  - Brad Stotler, Illinois Corn Growers Association  - KJ Johnson, IL Fertilizer and Chemical Association  From the Land Grant University in Urbana-Champaign, Illinois this is a special edition of the Closing Market Report. Presentations from the 2025 Farm Assets Conference; Ag Policy Objectives and Prospects. I'm University of Illinois Extension's Todd Gleason.Up next a critical discussion on the evolving landscape of agricultural policy and markets. This panel features KJ Johnson of the Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association, Brad Stotler from the Illinois Corn Growers Association, and Jonathan Coppess of the University of Illinois.Together, we'll dive into the pressing issues facing farmers today, including: - Market Shifts: The transition from ethanol toward new domestic marketplaces for corn.   - Political Climate: The impact of record-breaking congressional retirements and shifting partisan dynamics in Washington and Springfield.   - Trade and Tariffs: The rising concern over fertilizer and chemical costs driven by international trade tensions.   - The Farm Bill: A deep look at the controversial decoupling of food assistance programs from traditional farm subsidies.30:11 running time  ★ Support this podcast ★

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    CMR FAC | BioManufacturing and the Future of Ag

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 23:50 Transcription Available


    Ismael Nieves, General Manager, Primient iPROOF  Vijay Singh, IBRL University of Illinois From the Land Grant University in Urbana-Champaign, Illinois this is a special edition of the Closing Market Report. Presentations from the 2025 Farm Assets Conference; BioManufacturing and the Future of Ag.  During the conference, Vijay Singh and Ismael Nieves discussed the future of precision fermentation in Illinois, focusing on the role of iFAB or the Illinois Fermentation and Agriculture Biomanufacturing Tech Hub. Vijay Singh from the University of Illinois started the conversation. ★ Support this podcast ★

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    CMR FAC | Signs Point to a Bullish Biofuels Policy

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 53:00 Transcription Available


    Scott Irwin, Agricultural Economist - University of IllinoisUniversity of Illinois Agricultural Economist Scott Irwin's full presentation made during the December 2025 Farm Assets Conference. ★ Support this podcast ★

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    CMR FAC | Trade, Transportation, and the Global Grain Markets

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    Jim Tarman, Illinois Corn Growers AssociationMark Wilson, U.S. Grains and BioProducts CouncilCollin Watters, Illinois Corn Growers AssociationFrom the Land Grant University in Urbana-Champaign, Illinois this is a special edition of the Closing Market Report. Presentations from the 2025 Farm Assets Conference; Trade, Transportation and Global Markets.  ★ Support this podcast ★

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    CMR FAC | Crop Budgets and Farm Management

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    Nick Paulson, Agricultural Economist - University of IlliniosUniversity of Illinois Agricultural Economist Nick Paulson's full presentation made during the December 2025 Farm Assets Conference. ★ Support this podcast ★

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    CMR FAC | Livestock Outlook and Risk Management

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    CMR FAC | Grains Outllook

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    Joe Janzen, Agricultural Economist - University of IllinoisUniversity of Illinois Agricultural Economist Joe Janzen's full presentation made during the December 2025 Farm Assets Conference. ★ Support this podcast ★

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    CMR | Christmas Special

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    Dec 23 | Closing Market Report

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    Dec 22 | Closing Market Report

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    Dec 19 | Closing Market Report

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    Dec 18 | Closing Market Report

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    Dec 17 | Closing Market Report

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    Dec 16 | Closing Market Report

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    - Naomi Blohm, TotalFarmMarketing.com- Don Day, DayWeather.com- Joe Janzen, Bridge Payments & Marketing- Gerald Mashange, Farm Financial Trends ★ Support this podcast ★

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    Dec 15 | Closing Market Report

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    Dec 12 | Closing Market Report

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    Dec 11 | Closing Market Report

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    - Matt Bennett, AgMarket.net- Brian Jennings, American Coalition for Ethanol- Mike Tannura, Tstorm.net ★ Support this podcast ★

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    Dec 10 | Closing Market Report

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    Dec 09 | Closing Market Report

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    Dec 05 | Closing Market Report

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    Dec 04 | Closing Market Report

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    Dec 03 | Closing Market Report

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    Dec 02 | Closing Market Report

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    Nov 28 | Closing Market Report

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    Nov 25 | Closing Market Report

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