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Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Alan Morgan, CEO, National Rural Health Association

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2025 25:57


This week's Open Mic guest is Alan Morgan, CEO of the National Rural Health Association. The Budget Reconciliation Legislation approved by Congress included significant cuts to Medicaid. Morgan says rural healthcare facilities are already financially strapped and bear the brunt of providing health care to a disproportionate share of the populous that depends on government assistance for their needs.  Morgan is hopeful legislators will find additional funds to assist rural communities who may lose hospitals, healthcare clinics and long-term care facilities unless those funds are restored. 

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
DriveTime: July 23, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 4:59


Agri-Pulse's Phil Brasher examines what states may benefit from additional base acres in the Budget Reconciliation Law. The Trump administration cancels loan guarantees for the Grain Belt Express. 

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: July 22, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 4:59


Members of the United Soybean Board, American Soybean Association and the U.S. Soybean Export council presented today in Brazil at a meeting of the International Oilseed Producers Association. ASA President Caleb Ragland responds to challenges raised by the MAHA Committee report. 

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: July 21, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 4:59


National Corn Growers Association President Kenneth Hartman says grower leaders made their case for legislation to approve year around sales of E-15, a new farm bill and greater access to global markets last week with legislators on Capitol Hill. 

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Carrie Vollmer-Sanders, Field to Market

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2025 25:18


This week's Open Mic guest is Carrie Vollmer-Sanders, President of Field to Market. Soon to celebrate its 20th anniversary, Field to Market is working to unite the supply chain to deliver sustainable outcomes for agriculture. The group's Fieldprint platform provides credible and measurable results of multiple crops and varied production practices. Field data from over 6 million acres is included in the platform with a new version set to be released in September. Vollmer-Sanders says farmers need innovative financing options to adopt new regenerative practices improving soil health and other benefits for the environment. 

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: July 18, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 4:59


John Bode with the Corn Refiners Association says a shift in ingredients by a major cola company would bring negative consequences for corn farmers and his industry. A possible rail industry merger is prompting concern in the ag industry on both service and fees. 

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: July 17, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 4:59


Members of the House of Representatives are set to vote on a Senate approved rescission package tonight. President Trump has nominated Julie Callahan to serve on agriculture's trade front and the Senate Ag Committee has scheduled a hearing to approve another key leader at USDA. 

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Peter Bachmann, USA Rice Federation

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2025 27:04


This week's Open Mic guest is Peter Bachmann, President and CEO of USA Rice. A global glut of rice and unfair trade practices has put U.S. rice producers at a disadvantage compared to the rest of the globe. Bachmann says USA Rice strongly supports the Trump administration using tariffs to create market opportunities for U.S. producers. He also discusses prospects for a new farm bill.

Agri-Pulse Newsmakers
Agri-Pulse Newsmakers: July 11, 2025: Rep. Shri Thanedar on SNAP cuts, farm bill priorities

Agri-Pulse Newsmakers

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 26:57


The reconciliation bill passed by Congress this month cuts nutrition program spending by an estimated $186 billion over ten years. We spoke with Rep. Shri Thanedar, an ag committee Democrat who represents the Detroit metropolitan area, who tells us that after the cuts to SNAP, "I don't think it's going to be smooth sailing for what you call the skinny farm bill."Then, Tara Smith with Torrey Advisory Group discusses when producers will see the boost to commodity and crop insurance programs included in reconciliation and Arlan Suderman at StoneX discusses the extension of the country-specific reciprocal tariff deadline.Want to receive Newsmakers in your inbox every week? Sign up! http://eepurl.com/hTgSAD

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: July 9, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 4:59


This week's Agri-Pulse Newsmakers features comments on the farm economy and farm programs from Christy Seyfert of the Farm Credit Council and a look at the commodity market with AgResource Company founder Dan Basse. 

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: July 8, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 4:59


The Supreme Court opened the door for President Trump's plan to downsize the government. Secretary Rollins and some fellow cabinet members announce efforts to protect the nation's agriculture and EPA hears from industry on renewable fuel proposals.

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: July 7, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 4:59


President Trump's new tariffs on Japan and South Korea could challenge U.S. corn export sales. Judge Stephen Vaden was sworn in today as Deputy Secretary of USDA. 

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Lisa Lazarus-HISA

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2025 23:03


This week's Open Mic guest is Lisa Lazarus, CEO of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority. HISA was formed as a legislative response to increased fatalities in horseracing. The body of industry leaders has been successful in establishing rules to protect both jockeys and animals. The successful evidence of their work is providing confidence for renewed  investment in the horseracing industry. Attendance at racetracks is growing and the industry is expanding, providing thousands of jobs across rural America and many urban areas. 

Agri-Pulse Newsmakers
Agri-Pulse Newsmakers: July 4, 2025: Farm economy, ag trade with Christy Seyfert & Dan Basse

Agri-Pulse Newsmakers

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 26:57


Sentiment in farm country has fluctuated with talk of trade wars, weakened commodity prices, as well as rising input and regulatory costs that are squeezing producers. Christy Seyfert, president and CEO of the Farm Credit Council, discusses the state of the farm economy and the benefits rural America will see from farm provisions passed in President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill.Then, Dan Basse, president of AgResource Company, discusses what the ag industry should brace for as President Trump's 90-day pause on tariffs could end on July 9.Want to receive Newsmakers in your inbox every week? Sign up! http://eepurl.com/hTgSAD

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: July 3, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 4:59


President Donald Trump is expected to sign budget reconciliation legislation following approval by the House of Representatives in a 218-214 vote today. The nation's economy added more jobs than expected last month. The nation's focus now is on debt and tariff wars. 

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: July 2, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 4:59


In addition to budget reconciliation legislation and better trade deals, President Trump appears to be giving attention to the nation's ag workforce issues. 

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: June 30, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 4:59


The USDA offered only slight downward adjustments in planted acreage for corn and soybeans for 2025. The Senate is working to meet President Trump's goal of July 4th for budget reconciliation legislation. 

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Shirley Bloomfield, NTCA

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 24:32


This week's Open Mic guest is Shirley Bloomfield, CEO of NTCA The Rural Broadband Association. The Supreme Court confirmed the constitutionality of the Universal Service Fund in a decision announced on Friday.  Bloomfield says NTCA applauds the decision as access to those funds is critical for expanding and maintaining broadband service to millions in rural America. Bloomfield says regulatory headwinds from the Trump administration are challenging previously approved work under the Biden administration. She applauds her members for providing broadband service to the nation but says there is still much work to be done. 

Agri-Pulse Newsmakers
Agri-Pulse Newsmakers: June 27, 2025: Sen. Warnock on reconciliation SNAP, Medicaid cuts

Agri-Pulse Newsmakers

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 26:57


Senate Republicans are still working through a few major issues as they continue trying to pass the reconciliation bill by President Trump's July 4 deadline. Sen. Raphael Warnock, the only southern Democrat on the Senate Ag Committee, discusses how he thinks the bill's treatment of SNAP, Medicaid and Inflation Reduction Act programs could hurt rural America.Then, Jacqlyn Schneider with FGS Global discusses how conservation funding and the broader farm bill coalition could be affected by reconciliation, and Rachel Sheffield from the Heritage Foundation discusses the more aggressive SNAP work requirements.Want to receive Newsmakers in your inbox every week? Sign up! http://eepurl.com/hTgSAD

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: June 26, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 4:59


White House officials say it's up to President Trump to decide whether trading partners will be given additional time to resolve trade differences with the U.S. Domestic companies say China is proving slow to approve requests for exports of rare earth materials despite an agreement with Trump trade officials. 

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: June 25, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 4:59


Corn prices dropped to prices not seen since last October at just over $4.00 per bushel. Selling pressure is coming from expectations of a large planted acreage report from the USDA on Monday and a large Brazilian Safrinha crop. 

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Jeff Rowe, CEO, Syngenta

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 24:04


This week's Open Mic guest is Jeff Rowe, CEO of Syngenta Group. He says crop protection companies are looking to improve the health of human beings around the globe and boost agriculture's environmental footprint. In addition to their existing product portfolio, Rowe sees tremendous growth opportunities for artificial intelligence and biological products to enhance crop growth, sustainability, and nutrient efficiencies. However, U.S. regulatory headwinds may slow down access to some new products, especially compared to what's available for South American growers.

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
DriveTime: June 20, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 4:59


Agri-Pulse reports today that some members of Congress are growing uneasy with the pace of trade negotiations given the pending deadline posed by the Trump administration. Global fertilizer supplies are being impacted by the war between Iran and Israel. 

Agri-Pulse Newsmakers
Agri-Pulse Newsmakers: June 20, 2025: Sen. Boozman on reconciliation, immigration, MAHA

Agri-Pulse Newsmakers

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 25:56


Senate leadership is still aiming to have the budget reconciliation bill through the Senate by July 4. Senate Ag Committee Chair John Boozman joins Newsmakers to outline the benefits farm country will see in the bill. He also discusses immigration, the MAHA Commission report and his optimism for passing a complete farm bill this Congress.Plus, Mike Stranz with the National Farmers Union and Tas Smith from the National Cotton Council discuss the extension of the 45Z tax credit in reconciliation, Buy American Cotton Act and MAHA Commission report.Want to receive Newsmakers in your inbox every week? Sign up! http://eepurl.com/hTgSAD

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: June 18, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 4:59


Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins was in Texas today to announce additional efforts to protect the U.S. from the spread of New World Screwworm. NCBA CEO Collin Woodall says the pest can be deadly for cattle but poses no threat to food safety. 

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: June 17, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 4:59


Fears of New World Screwworm drove livestock futures prices lower today. U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins will be joined by members of Congress for a press conference tomorrow announcing additional efforts to combat the pest.

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: June 16, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 4:59


U.S. corn and soybean condition and progress continues to advance according to USDA's latest Weekly Crop Progress Report. The Brazilian corn harvest is running behind last year's pace but scouts there see excellent crop potential. 

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Claire Babineaux-Fontenot- CEO, Feeding America

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 22:49


This week's Open Mic guest is Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, CEO of Feeding America. The most recent food insecurity numbers from the USDA suggest more people are food insecure today than during the Covid Pandemic. Babineaux-Fontenot says food donations and financial contributions are trending lower while more people are seeking assistance. Babineau-Fontenot strongly disagrees with GOP plans to change Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funding, saying the cuts could create a 9.5 billion meal shortfall in the nation. 

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: June 10, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 4:59


Trade talks between the U.S. and China are reported going "very well" by administration officials. The Senate approves key positions at USDA and EPA and Trump steel tariffs could increase canned food prices. 

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Andy LaVigne - American Seed Trade Association

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2025 25:53


This week's Open Mic guest is Andy LaVigne, President and CEO of the American Seed Trade Association. Members of ASTA will be in Washington this week spending time on Capitol Hill to lobby for issues critical to the seed industry's future.  LaVigne says along with their customers, ASTA members need the certainty of a new farm bill, free and open global markets as well as science-based regulations that will protect the industry from litigation. 

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: June 5, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 4:59


Representatives of the National Pork Producers Council continue to call on Congress to approve a completely new farm bill. NPPC is pleased that the reconciliation package included needed farm program updates, but say the budget bill doesn't include everything the industry needs. 

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: June 3, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 4:59


As promised, President Trump is raising tariffs on aluminum and steel. Iowa Senator Charles Grassley supports whole milk on school menus and the World Pork Expo opens tomorrow at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. 

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Rep. Angie Craig-Ranking Member House Ag Committee

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 26:00


This week's Open Mic guest is U.S. Representative Angie Craig, Ranking Member of the House Agriculture Committee. The Minnesota Democrat stands in strong opposition to the House Reconciliation Act that took billions of dollars from the SNAP program to make room for tax cuts and adds to the nation's budget deficit. Craig opposes the Trump administration's use of tariffs and doesn't believe the nation's farm economy can withstand the economic challenges presented by reciprocal tariffs from offended trading partners. Craig says change to farm and food programs should come from regular order in Congress and not from the MAHA Commission. 

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: May 30, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 4:59


Comments from former Agriculture Secretaries Dan Glickman and Mike Johanns preview this week's Agri-Pulse Newsmakers as well as comments from House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig who's featured in the upcoming Agri-Pulse Open Mic. Reconciliation, tariffs and farm programs are featured topics.

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: May 29, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 4:59


The legal challenge over President Trump's authority to impose tariffs on global trading partners took another turn this afternoon. A stay will allow the U.S. to continue to collect tariffs until the appeal process plays out. 

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: May 28, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 4:59


Over 300 agriculture and related groups sent a letter calling on Congress to enact the bipartisan Agricultural Labeling Uniformity Act. The groups say state labeling requirements contradict EPA's scientific findings on pesticide safety. 

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Neil Caskey-National Corn Growers Association

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025 24:26


This week's Open Mic guest is Neil Caskey, CEO of the National Corn Growers Association. Caskey says last week's Make America Healthy Again report overshadowed the news of updates to the nation's farm programs and tax policy in the House of Representatives. Caskey is anxious to see the EPA's pending RVO announcement under the Renewable Fuel Standard and hopes Congress can finally approve year-round E-15 legislation. He says the nation's corn growers are willing to give President Trump's trade policy time to play out, but they hope the exercise leads to increased market access. 

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Chandler Goule-National Association of Wheat Growers

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 23:41


This week's Open Mic guest is Chandler Goule, CEO of the National Association of Wheat Growers. The budget reconciliation debate introduced much needed changes to farm programs that many agriculture groups have hoped for, but Goule says there are many needed provisions that were orphaned in the reconciliation process and need to be addressed. Like others, Goule is concerned about the consequences of U.S. tariffs and retaliation by other countries. He is also concerned about keeping wheat acres competitive with other crops so acres don't continue to fall. 

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Senator John Boozman

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 23:54


This week's Open Mic guest is Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman. The Arkansas Republican says updating farm programs under budget reconciliation won't be easy but is a way forward to update risk management tools for farmers. Boozman believes SNAP program funds can be cut without reducing benefits for those in need and discusses President Trump's tariff tactics to bring better trade relationships for farmers and industry.

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: May 6, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 4:59


USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins told farm broadcasters the department's downsizing plan would be released next week. Rollins said President Trump would soon be announcing new global trade agreements. 

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: May 5, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 4:59


Agriculture leaders shared their goals for a new farm bill and updated tax policy with the nation's farm broadcasters this afternoon in Washington. 

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Dr. Rob Johansson - American Sugar Alliance

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025 23:35


This week's Open Mic guest is Dr. Rob Johansson, Director of Economics and Policy Analysis for the American Sugar Alliance. Johansson says sugar growers are facing the same economic headwinds of high input costs and marginal commodity prices. Growers hope for a new farm bill with updates in crop insurance and marketing loan prices reflective of current market conditions. Johansson says growers still satisfy a majority of domestic sugar demand and support sound science regarding dietary guidance coming from Washington.

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: May 2, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 4:59


President Trump's proposed budget for 2026 points to continued downsizing of some government agencies and programs. One Maine Democrat says SNAP funds are off limits for upgrading farm programs.

Agri-Pulse DriveTime
Agri-Pulse DriveTime: May 1, 2025

Agri-Pulse DriveTime

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 4:59


Farm policy makers on Capitol Hill are searching for options in a challenging legislative landscape to update portions of farm policy.  NCBA's Ethan Lane says they're pleased with an agreement between the U.S. and Mexico to keep a dangerous pest south of the border. 

Farm Talk Podcasts
4-28-25 Beth Ford - Land of Lakes CEO on Agri-Pulse

Farm Talk Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 8:25


Beth Ford - Land of Lakes CEO on Agri-Pulse

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Beth Ford - Land O' Lakes

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 25:50


This week's Open Mic guest is Beth Ford, President and CEO of Land O' Lakes. While the cooperative is known for its dairy products, Ford says two thirds of their member enterprises are in other segments of agriculture. Ford says low bulk commodity returns coupled with inflation's impact on inputs have brought financial stress to many operations and uncertainty over global market access further clouds farmer's financial outlook. She now chairs the Immigration Committee of the Business Roundtable and says agriculture desperately needs an adequate workforce as well as a new farm bill and updated tax policy.

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Steve Censky, CEO, American Soybean Association

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2025 24:25


This week's Open Mic guest is Steve Censky, CEO of the American Soybean Association.  Soybean farmers face surmountable challenges from low crop prices, high input costs and an uncertain future demand outlook. Censky hopes the current trade war is short-lived and brings worthy results. Censky says soybean farmers are watching closely the downsizing at USDA and holding out hope Congress can deliver a new farm bill this year. The EPA's pending RVO announcement could be the determining factor between profit and loss in 2025. 

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: U.S. Representative Frank Lucas

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 24:44


This week's Open Mic guest is Congressman Frank Lucas. The Oklahoma 3rd District representative says covid, global military conflicts and trade have heightened concern surrounding the size of the nation's debt. He believes it is right to question government spending with proper oversight and says the upcoming budget reconciliation process will be the "wildest political rodeo" voters have ever seen. Lucas guided the legislature into approving the 2014 farm bill and wants to see a new bill this year.

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Adam Bergman, EchoTech Capital

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025 25:34


This week's Open Mic guest is Adam Bergman, Managing Director at EchoTech Capital. While opinions still widely vary regarding what sustainability really means, Bergman stands in the gap between would be investors and those willing to adopt certain sustainable practices.  In agriculture the topics include regenerative farming,  a vast array of climate smart practices and even indoor farming. Washington has proven that financial support for renewable fuels as well as electricity from solar and wind sources can influence growth. Moving forward, the question remains which energy sources will see favor from Capitol Hill and what agricultural practices investors will support toward a greener environment and stronger food security. 

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview
Agri-Pulse Open Mic: Chuck Conner, National Council of Farmer Cooperatives

Agri-Pulse Open Mic Interview

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 26:00


This week's Open Mic guest is Chuck Conner, President and CEO of the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives. With planting season underway in some areas of the country, Conner suggests the nation's farmer owned cooperatives are well stocked as producers prepare for the 2025 growing season. Conner says many or coops anticipated tariff issues and took early shipment of supplies for this season. A veteran of Capitol Hill policy debates, he acknowledges plenty of uncertainty surrounding the farm bill, tax policy and tariffs. Despite challenges, Conner believes legislators will take action on taxes and hopefully a new set of farm and nutrition programs.