Podcasts about agricultural

We learn now about this weekend's Forever Farmland event - connecting local farmers with the community to celebrate a special collaboration between the Argyle Brewing Company and the Agricultural Stewardship Association.The event on Sunday from Noon – 5 PM at the Beer Garden at Argyle Brewing Company in Greenwich, NY is a perfect opportunity to meet the dedicated farmers behind ASA-conserved properties, learn about vital local conservation efforts, and raise a glass to our vibrant agricultural community.

Host and American Family Farmer, Doug Stephan (www.eastleighfarm.com) examines some of the most significant challenges and opportunities facing today's farming community. The conversation explores several important developments shaping the future of agriculture, from legislative updates to emerging threats facing farmers and livestock producers. The discussion begins with an overview of the latest Farm Bill developments and the legislative process, examining how policy decisions in Washington can influence food production, farm profitability, and the long-term sustainability of American agriculture.Doug also highlights growing concerns surrounding agricultural threats, including the spread of bird flu strains such as H9N2 and the continued expansion of the Asian Longhorn tick, both of which pose challenges for animal health and farm operations. The episode explores innovative approaches to pest management, including efforts to control agricultural pests through techniques such as sterilizing flies and managing destructive mite populations.In addition, the conversation emphasizes the importance of soil health and regenerative farming practices as key components of sustainable food production and environmental stewardship. Doug also examines the ongoing discussion around weight-loss solutions, comparing natural supplement-based approaches with pharmaceutical options and their broader health implications. Throughout the program, listeners gain valuable insight into how farm policies, biosecurity concerns, agricultural innovation, and health trends intersect to influence food security, farmer resilience, and the future of American farming.For more on the American Family Farmer…Website: AmericanFamilyFarmerShow.comSocial Media: @GoodDayNetworks

Ag Report with Jim Finn on the latest news and views from the Agricultural world. Tune in on Saturday from 9 am.

Agricultural lobby Federated Farmers have a lot to celebrate in the last parliamentary term. Their 2023 election policy priority list has almost all been picked up by the coalition government, with projects like revised freshwater rules, rethinking forestry incentives in the Emissions Trading Scheme, and scrapping the Labour government's 'ute tax' all achieved in the past three years. Federated Farmers president Wayne Langford joins Q+A to announce the new, 25-point election wishlist, which he says is for any political party willing to work with the group. Join Jack Tame and the Q+A team and find the answers to the questions that matter. Made with the support of NZ on Air.

Next, Nevena and Paul are joined live on air by Rohan Best, Assoc Prof – Dept of Economics, Macquarie Business School; as they discuss cost-of-living relief through energy policy and pricing. Rohan's research covers economics and finance, including energy economics and household finance. His publications have been in journals such as Energy Economics, Ecological Economics, Environmental and Resource Economics, Energy Policy, Applied Energy, the Energy Journal, the Australian Journal of Agricultural and Resource Economics, the Economic Record, the Australian Journal of Public Administration, and the Journal of Cleaner Production. He is  interested in policy development to reduce inequality and improve cost-effectiveness, such as through equitable reverse auctions. The post Sat, 6th June, 2026: Rohan Best, Assoc Prof – Dept of Economics, Macquarie Business School; Cost-of-living relief through energy policy and pricing appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

How does Bayer R&D turn startup ideas into real-world impact? Learn how our research & development hubs drive future agricultural & healthcare innovations.   In this episode of Around the Farm, Dr. Ruth Shah, Head of Bayer Co.Lab Berlin, and Karl Collins, Director of Open Innovation Europe for Bayer Crop Science, join Tom and Andy to discuss how Bayer collaborates with startups to accelerate innovation across agriculture and healthcare. Learn how Bayer's global network of innovation hubs connects entrepreneurs, researchers, investors, and industry experts to bring new technologies to market faster. The conversation explores AI, open innovation, startup partnerships, soil health, regenerative agriculture, drug discovery, and the role innovation ecosystems play in solving some of the world's biggest challenges. Plus, hear examples of groundbreaking technologies emerging from Bayer Co.Lab and LifeHub and how they could shape the future of farming and medicine.

True sustainability in modern farming is about more than just food production; it is about building energy independence and financial resilience. Paul Stuart, Gordon Ayres, and Lusani Khubana join us to discuss bioenergy, innovation, and sustainability, exploring what the upcoming Bio360 Africa event means for the future of African agriculture.Stuart is the CEO and director of Bioenergy Events and Services (BEES); Ayres serves as the secretary general of SABIA; and Khubana is a projects officer at Madam Waste. Together, their work centres on driving collaborative, localised green energy solutions and helping agricultural producers valorise their residual waste.In this episode, they highlight why the modern African farmer must plug into bioenergy networks to diversify income streams, remediate depleted soils, and transition toward a self-sustaining circular economy.The panel explores how the BEES platform has adapted 20 years of international expertise to deliver an Africa-ready approach, moving away from reckless grant-heavy tick-box projects towards genuine local collaboration.

Our guest joining us today is Mrs. LaDonna LaValle, a dedicated agricultural advocate, business owner, and community leader, born and raised in Taylor County, Florida. LaDonna is a recent graduate of the Women's Communications Boot Camp hosted by the American Farm Bureau Federation. She serves as the District 3 Women's Chair for the Florida Farm Bureau Federation and has been an active member of the Taylor County Farm Bureau Board of Directors for over 15 years. Alongside her husband, Joe, LaDonna is very active in their family poultry, cattle, and hay operation, Perryland Poultry, LLC. Visit FloridaFarmBureau.org to learn how you can get involved in Florida Agriculture.

Welcome to this week's Midlife Minute. Today, I'm focusing on all the questions I received about gallbladder health, including HRT-provoking symptoms, supplements that improve gallbladder health, and evidence-based food interventions. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: Why the risk of gallstones and gallbladder inflammation increases during the menopause transition How estrogen and progesterone HRT have different effects on gallbladder functioning The differences in risk between transdermal and oral HRT How the progesterone in HRT can cause gallbladder issues in some women What TUDCA is, and how it supports gallbladder health The value of TUDCA for women who have had their gallbladders removed How various nutrients and supplements support bile flow and gallbladder health What can contribute to gallstone formation Connect with Cynthia Thurlow   Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website. Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com  Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow.  Purchase Cynthia's book, The Menopause Gut. Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Gallbladder Research: Cabrera D, Arab JP, Arrese M. UDCA, NorUDCA, and TUDCA in liver diseases: a review of their mechanisms of action and clinical applications. Seminars in Liver Disease. 2019;39(4):397–404. doi:10.1055/s-0039-1696799  Vang S, Longley K, Steer CJ, Low WC. The unexpected uses of urso- and tauroursodeoxycholic acid in the treatment of non-liver diseases. Global Advances in Health and Medicine. 2014;3(3):58–69. doi:10.7453/gahmj.2014.017  Bai M, Yang L, Liao H, et al. Tauroursodeoxycholic acid improves nonalcoholic fatty liver disease by regulating gut microbiota and bile acid metabolism. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 2024;72(41):22655–22668. doi:10.1021/acs.jafc.4c04630  Simon JA, Hudes ES. Relation of serum ascorbic acid to serum vitamin B12, serum ferritin, and kidney stones in US adults. *Archives of Internal Medicine.*1999;159(6):619–624. doi:10.1001/archinte.159.6.619  Walcher T, Haenle MM, Kron M, et al. Vitamin C supplement use may protect against gallstones: an observational study on a randomly selected population. BMC Gastroenterology. 2009;9:74. doi:10.1186/1471-230X-9-74  Tsai CJ, Leitzmann MF, Willett WC, Giovannucci EL. Long-term intake of dietary fiber and decreased risk of cholecystectomy in women. American Journal of Gastroenterology. 2004;99(7):1364–1370. doi:10.1111/j.1572-0241.2004.30281.x  Leitzmann MF, Stampfer MJ, Willett WC, Spiegelman D, Colditz GA, Giovannucci EL. Coffee intake is associated with lower risk of symptomatic gallstone disease in women. Gastroenterology. 2002;123(6):1823–1830. doi:10.1053/gast.2002.37085  Moerman CJ, Smeets FW, Kromhout D. Dietary risk factors for clinically diagnosed gallstones in middle-aged men — a 25-year follow-up study. Annals of Epidemiology. 1994;4(3):248–254. doi:10.1016/1047-2797(94)90099-x Association between dietary magnesium intake and gallstones: the mediating role of atherogenic index of plasma. Lipids in Health and Disease. 2024;23(1):82. doi:10.1186/s12944-024-02074-4  Pitt HA, Doty JE, Murphy MM, Schwarz MB. Progesterone alters biliary flow dynamics. Annals of Surgery. 1999;229(2):205–209. doi:10.1097/00000658-199902000-00008

Today's conversation hits at the heart of what many lenders are feeling, but aren't saying out loud. The pressure on farmers right now is real and increasing, and it is showing up on lender balance sheets. The question is no longer if risk will surface, but when and how prepared are we to see it coming? Do you know how to lead through uncertainty without waiting for the warning signs to become problems? This episode of the Forward Thinking Podcast features FCCS SVP of Marketing and Communications Stephanie Barton and Cameron Burford, Managing Director of SaaS at Growers Edge. Their conversation focuses on the role that data, land intelligence, and proactive risk management can play in helping leaders move from reactive to resilient.    Episode Insights Include: Insights into the ag market The ag market is in a downturn nationwide. The farm credit commitment to support farmers in good times and bad holds true in today's cycle. Forecasts for 2026 are not promising. What, if anything, will get planted this year?   The lender risk of dropping farmland values The borrower's balance sheet is the farmland collateral coverage. Deteriorating land values decrease favorable ratios significantly. Factors that contribute to risk before stress is visible. Missing payments is not the first sign of risk. Catching early indicators gives lenders time to do something about it.   Understanding adverse assets  Definitions for key adverse asset terms. Recognizing the early indicators of a higher risk profile can position lenders to effectively partner with farmers. Workouts and adverse assets have a negative relationship with borrowers.   Lessons for Midwest lenders  High-profile bankruptcies in California can provide lessons for Midwest lenders. Input and commodity pricing, as well as geopolitical risks, are affecting balance sheets and land value. Leading lenders are watching land values and other leading indicators.   The cost of reactive mode Direct costs will show up on spreadsheets. By being proactive, high costs can be avoided. Subsequent time can be spent helping farmers grow their operations. Every dollar tied into cleanup is an hour spent not serving the farmer.   The role of land intelligence and collateral data in a portfolio's health Data can paint a living picture of a borrower's portfolio. Insights available today are vastly different from those of the past. Risk profiles are more robust today because of better data. Lenders need to focus on "seeing, saying, and serving" their borrowers.   Proactive risk management culture A proactive risk management culture can be a company's greatest growth engine. A team that is all growing in the same direction should be the goal. Winning looks like acknowledging that you can position yourself for success now.   This podcast is powered by FCCS.   Resources   Connect with Cameron Burford – Cameron Burford   Get in touch – info@fccsconsulting.com   "These factors can contribute to risk before stress is even visible." — Cameron Burford   "If you can catch these early indicators, you can do something about it." — Cameron Burford   "Every dollar tied into cleanup is an hour spent not serving the farmer." — Cameron Burford   "Lenders need to focus on 'seeing, saying, and serving' their borrowers." — Cameron Burford

Samantha Ayoub, an agricultural economist for the International Fresh Produce Association, says fruit and vegetable producers have a significant need for year-round labor.

Ag Report with Jim Finn on the latest news and views from the Agricultural world. Tune in on Saturday from 9 am.

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This episode of the Closing Market Report examines long-term consolidation trends within the U.S. agricultural sector. Henrique Monaco details findings from a farmdoc daily article on the U.S. nitrogen fertilizer industry, explaining that high concentration—with the top four companies controlling 70% of domestic ammonia production capacity—is the expected result of cost-based competition in a mature commodity market, rather than a reaction to recent geopolitical supply shocks. Agricultural economist Jim MacDonald expands on this theme by outlining parallel consolidation at the farm level. Utilizing a 2,000-acre threshold to ensure consistent tracking devoid of inflation-related distortion, MacDonald notes that large operations expanded their share of U.S. cropland from 15% in 1987 to 41% by 2017. Both experts underscore that economies of scale and cost efficiency remain the primary catalysts for industry consolidation, from input manufacturing to farm-level crop production.- Henrique Monaco, farmdoc Researcher - University of Illinois  - Jim MacDonald, Agricultural Economist - University of Marylandfarmdoc Daily Article https://farmdocdaily.illinois.edu/2026/05/consolidation-trends-in-the-us-nitrogen-fertilizer-industry.html   ★ Support this podcast ★

Host and American Family Farmer, Doug Stephan (www.eastleighfarm.com) examines some of the most significant challenges and opportunities facing today's farming community. The conversation explores how the USDA food dollar is distributed and what that means for farmers working to earn a fair share of the consumer food dollar. Doug also discusses recent farmer sentiment and the economic outlook across rural America, highlighting the pressures many producers face amid changing markets and rising costs.The episode takes a closer look at increasing farmland values and the growing scarcity of available agricultural land, factors that continue to impact both established farmers and the next generation looking to enter the industry. Doug also addresses the critical issue of farmer mental health, emphasizing the importance of support systems and resources for those navigating the unique stresses of agricultural life. Rounding out the discussion is a look at nutrient-dense foods and evolving dietary trends, exploring how consumer preferences are influencing farming practices and food production. Through expert insights, innovative ideas, and inspiring stories from across the countryside, this episode offers a thoughtful perspective on the future of American agriculture.For more on the American Family Farmer…Website: AmericanFamilyFarmerShow.comSocial Media: @GoodDayNetworks 

The Midwest: 140 million acres of corn and soybeans, rural economies slowly dying, a system with no real long-term future in terms of soil or human health. It's also where roughly 25% of farmland could flip the entire region toward regeneration—but only if you coordinate capital the right way.Ivana Gazibara, Director of Systemic Investment Programmes at the TransCap Initiative, spent two years mapping the intervention points needed to drive systemic change across the agricultural heartland. She uncovered something unexpected: money isn't the problem. Coordination is. Venture capital, public funders, and philanthropists all allocate capital into regenerative agriculture—but almost never in the same room together, much less actively collaborating. The result? Capital that's supposed to be systemic lands as scattered bets.The solution: the Regenerative Agriculture Capital Orchestrator (RACO), a blueprint for deploying $1.4 billion in catalytic capital to attract $7.5 billion more, organized around four pillars—system intelligence platform, capital matchmaking, catalytic finance, and field building. This is systems change made concrete: what it costs per acre, how to move money at scale, what happens when you stop treating regeneration as a one-off problem and start treating it as a reshaping of incentives across lending, insurance, and investment. Because you can't finance a transition you haven't mapped, and you can't scale a transition money isn't deliberately coordinated to reach.More about this episode.Thoughts? Ideas? Questions? Send us a message!Find out more about our Generation-Re investment syndicate:https://gen-re.land/ Thank you to our Field Builders Circle for supporting us. Learn more hereSupport the show=======In Investing in Regenerative Agriculture and Food podcast show we talk to the pioneers in the regenerative food and agriculture space to learn more on how to put our money to work to regenerate soil, people, local communities and ecosystems while making an appropriate and fair return. Hosted by Koen van Seijen.

Recent court rulings will have an impact on who farmers can hire and what wages they will earn. We visit with Ray Starling for an update on this ruling as well as other legal updates of interest in the ag industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

En 1972, la NASA lanzó un satélite para espiar los campos de trigo soviéticos en plena Guerra Fría. Nadie imaginaba que esa decisión geopolítica terminaría poniendo una herramienta de diagnóstico agrícola en el celular de cualquier productor del mundo. Esa herramienta es el NDVI, el Índice de Diferencia Normalizada de Vegetación.Todo empezó con el físico Compton Tucker en los laboratorios Goddard de la NASA, y terminó en los satélites que hoy monitorean en tiempo real el estado de los cultivos en Ucrania, el Sahel y los valles agrícolas de México. Una historia que cruza ciencia espacial, geopolítica y agronomía de precisión sin que nadie lo hubiera planeado así.El NDVI es una fórmula de dos números que mide la salud vegetal desde el espacio. Detecta estrés hídrico, deficiencias nutricionales y focos de enfermedad antes de que sean visibles a ojo humano. Hoy es el índice más usado en agricultura satelital y teledetección agrícola a nivel mundial.Su funcionamiento, los satélites que lo calculan, cómo interpretarlo en campo y por qué sigue siendo la base de la agricultura de precisión moderna, desde los grandes sistemas de riego de Sonora hasta las alertas globales de seguridad alimentaria de la FAO.Para productores, asesores y técnicos que quieren entender qué está mirando el satélite cuando pasa sobre sus cultivos, con contexto histórico, base técnica y aplicación práctica.Escucha Agricultura Profesional:https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZuOW2DhD7PK4SM33gtFWy?si=e33021063a114550--Créditos musicales:INTROMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-graham/53License code: 62TIV9S8Q1XCM65WOUTROMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/let-good-times-rollLicense code: KUSUTAITXDLYUTHQ--Fuentes consultadas:Tucker, C.J. (1979). "Red and photographic infrared linear combinations for monitoring vegetation." Remote Sensing of Environment, 8(2), 127–150. Artículo original donde Tucker formaliza el NDVI.Townshend, J.R.G., y Tucker, C.J. (1984). "Objective assessment of Advanced Very High Resolution Radiometer data for land cover mapping." International Journal of Remote Sensing, 5(2), 497–504. Sobre los primeros usos del NDVI global con AVHRR/NOAA.USDA Foreign Agricultural Service. "CROPLAND DATA LAYER and NDVI Reports." fas.usda.gov. Base del sistema de monitoreo satelital agrícola americano desde los años ochenta.ESA Copernicus Programme. Sentinel-2 Mission Guide. sentinel.esa.int. Documentación técnica oficial del satélite europeo, incluyendo bandas espectrales y frecuencia de revisita.Lobell, D.B., y Burke, M.B. (2010). "On the use of statistical models to predict crop yield responses to climate change." Agricultural and Forest Meteorology, 150(11), 1443–1452. Sobre la integración de NDVI y modelos climáticos para anticipar rendimientos a escala global.

Hailing from Carlow, Shane Maher joins Hannah Furlong on this week's podcast to chat about his path to completing a PhD focused on innovative nutritional strategies to enhance pig performance, health and environmental sustainability in UCD.Having not grown up on a farm, Shane chats about how he went on to study agricultural science at university and how he got involved with the Irish Shows Association (ISA), where he is currently a board member and eastern regional secretary.Now working as nutrition and sustainability lead at Adesco Nutricines in Co Waterford, he has a passion for applying science in practice and developing practical solutions that contribute to a more sustainable agri-food industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The creator of the Water H3RO, Joseph Johnson, stops by with friend of the show Tim James from Chemical Free Body, to explain how their product structures the water. The device changes the molecular bonds of H2O and structures it into a more effective version, known as H3O2.Health benefits include the removal of the negative effects of glyphosate, which is responsible for numerous health problems around the world, and is currently in the middle of a massive class-action settlement. Agricultural opportunities include the regeneration of the soil, improvement of crop yields, higher-quality food, and more fertile seeds.—Guest LinksJoseph Johnson & Tim JamesChemical Free Body: https://ChemicalFreeBody.com/macro/ | Promo Code: MACRO—Video ChannelsWatch the video version of Macroaggressions:Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/Macroaggressions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MacroaggressionsPodcastBrighteon: https://www.brighteon.com/channels/macroaggressions/—MACRO & Charlie Robinson LinksHypocrazy Audiobook: https://amzn.to/4aogwmsThe Octopus of Global Control Audiobook: https://amzn.to/3xu0rMmWebsite: www.Macroaggressions.ioLink Tree: https://linktr.ee/macroaggressionspodcast—Activist Post FamilySign up for the Activist Post Newsletter: https://activistpost.kit.com/emailsActivist Post: www.ActivistPost.com—Support Our SponsorsGround Luxe Grounding Mats: https://GroundLuxe.com/MACROReplace Your Mortgage: www.WipeOutYourMortgageNow.comC60 Power: https://go.ShopC60.com/PBGRT/KMKS9/ | Promo Code: MACROLegalShield: www.DontGetPushedAround.comChristian Yordanov's Health Program: www.LiveLongerFormula.com/macroAugason Farms: https://AugasonFarms.com/MACRO

The Strait of Hormuz's closure has driven up prices for fertilizer and diesel, two inputs essential for agricultural production. Considering how farmers pre-buy fertilizer and crops take months to grow, the higher costs may not be fully passed on to consumers until the spring of 2027. Agricultural production will be a bellwether as the Fed waits to see the second-order effects of higher oil prices on broader consumer inflation. In this episode, we talk with Alexis Maxwell, Senior Analyst for Fertilizer with Bloomberg Intelligence, about how the war in Iran is increasing costs for agricultural production, farmers' alternatives to conventional fertilizer, and the energy shock's delayed impact on consumer food prices.

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Today China produces roughly half the world's pork. Getting there required swine genetics from multiple continents, feed from Brazil, and a disease outbreak that wiped out hundreds of millions of animals. This episode asks how they did it, and what that cost - to the household pig, to the smallholder farmer, and to ecosystems thousands of kilometers away.For more info, transcript and resources, visit: https://tabledebates.org/podcast/episode100Want to share your reflections on the episode? Send us an email or voice memo to podcast@tabledebates.orgGuestsRon Lane, Agricultural consultant in BeijingLi Zhang, Prof in Sociology and Environmental Studies at Amherst CollegeGustavo Oliveira, Prof in Geography at Clark UniversityEpisode written, hosted, produced and edited by Matthew Kessler. Sound mixing by Martin Palmqvist. Music by Blue dot sessions.

The 2026 Agricultural Women's Day event being held June 10 in Onida, SD, provides an opportunity for women to get together with other women having similar interests and spend a day actively learning together. In this episode, one of the volunteer organizers, Dawn Nagel, tells us about the event, the speakers and more.   The registration fee for Agricultural Women's Day in Onida is $20 to cover the cost of the meal. Again, the deadline to register is June 2. More information can be found: on the SDSU Extension Events website, by searching for Agricultural Women's Day; on the Agricultural Women's Day Facebook page; or by emailing sdagwomensday@gmail.com. Agriculture In-depth is brought to you by Kimball Livestock Exchange.

Israel is delivering humanitarian aid to countries that officially do not recognize it exists.  Insulin to Pacific islands. Drinking water to Cyprus. Agricultural breakthroughs to Uzbekistan farmers who can now grow five times their previous harvest.  While every news camera pointed at the conflict the diplomacy nobody covered was happening quietly on five continents. Former Israeli Ambassador Shemi Tzur served across many of them. He knows what was built while the world was looking the other way.You were given half the story. This is the other half.Purchase Book by Ambassador Tzur: https://www.amazon.com/Explorer-Childhood-Transit-Peaks-Diplomacy/dp/B0G5HD6G2Y_______________________________________________⭐ LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW— it's the only way new listeners find this show. Your life is better because of Israelis you've never met. 

Every quarter, Jackson Takach sees what most people in agriculture do not. As Chief Economist and Vice President of Farm and Ranch at Farmer Mac, the secondary market that quietly powers ag lending across the country, he watches credit demand, land transactions, farm bankruptcies, and commodity market signals from a vantage point very few people have access to. This conversation is his Q2 2026 read on all of it. Jackson covers why the number one buyer of farmland is still the farmer next door, why all-cash land purchases have given way to more mortgage activity, and what the transition from Powell to Worsh at the Fed could mean for long-term borrowing costs. He breaks down the Strait of Hormuz situation and how a single blocked shipping lane sends diesel prices, nitrogen fertilizer costs and grocery bills climbing in slow motion across the entire US economy. He also addresses the rise in farm bankruptcies, where the stress is concentrated and why the headline numbers are less alarming than they appear, and gives his honest outlook on whether 2026 shapes up as a break-even year or something worse for row crop producers. For anyone with money in land, a loan tied to agriculture, or a farm operation to run through the rest of this year, this is the overhead view you need. Read The Feed https://www.farmermac.com/news-events/the-feed/  Visit National Land Realty to see our listings!  https://www.nationalland.com 

The Federal Government today announced the start of a six week consultation period on right to repair legislation for farm machinery.

Beef exports are booming, up 12% annually. The latest Stats NZ figures show exports for April hit $8.6 billion, with meat leading the way – worth $1.3 billion. The US remains our top beef market, taking more than a quarter of our produce, representing a 54% increase. Special Agricultural Trade Envoy Nathan Guy told Mike Hosking US herd numbers are at a 70-year low. He says despite tariff uncertainty, the market's in great shape, given the US eats about three burgers per head each week. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack Burnham focuses on China's history of unfulfilled trade promises regarding agricultural and energy products. Despite U.S. export controls, Chinese firms continue to acquire advanced Nvidia chips through illicit smuggling routes. (4/16)1966 CALIFORNIA

After catching up on how seeding is going, Kristjan and Evan sit down with Pierre Petelle, President and CEO of CropLife Canada, to talk through crop protection, seed technology, regulation, and how Canada competes for new agricultural tools. Pierre explains CropLife Canada's role in representing companies involved in crop protection, seed technology, distribution, and other agricultural inputs, while also drawing on his previous experience working with the pesticide regulator. A major focus of the conversation is the Pest Management Regulatory Agency, or PMRA, and why timelines, predictability, and regulatory efficiency matter. Canada represents about 4% of the global pesticide market, so if the process becomes too slow or uncertain, companies may prioritize larger markets like the U.S. or Brazil instead. Kristjan, Evan, and Pierre also talk about activist pressure, access to information requests, European-style agricultural policy, trade concerns, and proposed changes to the Pest Control Products Act. The episode comes back to a larger question for Canadian agriculture: how do we keep the system rigorous without making it so difficult that farmers lose access to the tools, technology, and innovation they need?

On this special episode of Let's Chat Dairy, Alyssa Badger welcomes David Ortega, Professor and Noel W. Stuckman Chair in Food Economics and Policy at the Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics, Michigan State University. David will be leading the session, Connecting Trade Policy, Shocks, and Food Price Trends, at HighGround Dairy's Fifth Annual Global Dairy Outlook Conference in Chicago next month. General Registration for HighGround's Global Dairy Outlook Conference is OPEN, but space is limited at the historic Union League Club. Register today to secure your spot! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here for more details, including the agenda, expert speakers, and more⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠ Listen on our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠highgrounddairy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/company/highground-dairy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/highgrounddairy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Start your 30 Day Free Trial of HighGround Dairy's Market Intelligence here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠highgrounddairy.com/free-trial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find our contact information, social media profiles, recent reports, and more here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/highgrounddairy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This episode was produced and edited by HighGround Dairy's Becca Kelm.

What should the United States realistically expect from high-level diplomacy with China — and where are the real risks in the relationship? In this episode of The China Desk, host Steve Yates is joined by Andrew Harding, Policy Analyst for National Security and Indo-Pacific Affairs at The Heritage Foundation, for a detailed breakdown of President Trump's recent summit with Xi Jinping and the broader future of U.S.-China relations. Harding explains how the Heritage Foundation developed a framework for evaluating the summit — identifying what would constitute favorable outcomes for the United States, what risks to avoid, and how to think strategically about long-term competition with China. The discussion explores how the summit ultimately functioned less as a transformational moment and more as a “maintenance check” on an increasingly competitive relationship between Washington and Beijing. Major topics include: • Expectations surrounding the Trump–Xi summit • Favorable vs unfavorable outcomes for U.S. policy • Rare earths, export controls, and AI competition • Why advanced semiconductor restrictions matter • China's role in fentanyl trafficking and leverage • Taiwan and concerns over shifting U.S. policy language • Agricultural trade and strategic economic competition • China's support for Iran and geopolitical implications • Human rights concerns, including Jimmy Lai and religious persecution • Why the U.S.–China relationship remains structurally competitive • The future of AI rivalry between Washington and Beijing • Strategic dependencies and supply chain vulnerabilities The episode also dives into Harding's earlier work on the Pacific Islands and the Compacts of Free Association (COFA), highlighting why the region has become increasingly important in the context of U.S.-China competition. Additional topics include: • Chinese influence operations in the Pacific Islands • Why Palau, Micronesia, and the Marshall Islands matter strategically • Heritage Foundation's role in supporting COFA renewal efforts • The “Pacific Pivot” strategy for long-term U.S. engagement A major takeaway from the conversation is that future U.S.-China engagement should focus on protecting American strategic advantages — especially in AI, advanced technology, and national security — while avoiding concessions that weaken U.S. leverage. The episode closes with a broader discussion on what to watch for ahead of a possible future Xi visit to the United States and why export controls and AI competition may become the defining issue of the next phase of U.S.-China relations. 00:00 — Intro + Andrew Harding joins 02:08 — From Russia to China policy work 06:21 — Pacific Islands strategy and COFA agreements 10:14 — Heritage's “Pacific Pivot” strategy 11:16 — Expectations for the Trump–Xi summit 13:53 — Favorable outcomes for the U.S. 16:19 — Unfavorable outcomes and red lines 19:09 — Did the summit accomplish anything? 22:06 — Engagement vs strategic competition 27:07 — Preparing for a future Xi visit to the U.S. 32:19 — What to watch next: AI and export controls 35:23 — Final thoughts + closing Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@ChinaDeskFNW

Donald Trump said his visit to China was a success, but he failed to pressure Beijing to make any significant concessions. Ben Norton fact-checks the claims of the White House, showing how Washington's trade war backfired, hard, on the US economy. VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtuYVMrXmAM Topics 0:00 Trump's visit to China 0:41 US trade war 2:01 The trip was a failure 3:17 CEOs of US corporations 4:24 Iran & Strait of Hormuz 7:42 Trade & investment 9:14 Rare earth elements 11:58 Trade war failure 12:42 Boeing airplanes 13:52 Agricultural products 15:05 Nvidia & chips 18:19 USA failed 20:05 Trump's empty threats 20:35 Problems in US economy 22:38 Outro

China has agreed to purchase at least $17 billion of agricultural products from the US annually through 2028, the White House said in a fact sheet detailing President Donald Trump's two-day summit in China. A day earlier, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce released its own readout of the meeting, which said the US and China will adopt a series of measures, including mutually cutting levies on certain products. China did not provide specifics, adding that teams from both countries were still negotiating details, and the White House release was silent on tariffs. Trump previously suggested that tariffs did not come up in his meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping. We spoke to Rebecca Choong Wilkins, Bloomberg's Asia EcoGov Correspondent. Plus - A selloff in global bonds extended as the deadlock over the Iran war drove oil prices higher, fueling inflation concerns and raising bets that central banks will need to keep tightening policy. Bloomberg TV hosts Haidi Stroud-Watts and Shery Ahn spoke to Kristina Hooper, Chief Market Strategist at Man Group.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rapid planting progress continues across much of the Corn Belt as farmers also navigate tightening fertilizer supplies, shifting trade developments, and ongoing weather concerns heading deeper into the 2026 growing season. This week's agriculture headlines include the latest USDA Crop Progress report showing corn and soybean planting continuing ahead of the five-year average across much of the Midwest. Weather updates focus on improving planting conditions following recent frost concerns, while hotter and drier conditions continue stressing winter wheat in parts of the Plains. Other headlines include President Donald Trump delaying planned action tied to beef imports, a federal trade court ruling against the administration's global tariff policy and fertilizer markets tightening as global supply concerns continue driving volatility for key crop nutrients. Additional stories include updates on nationwide E15 legislation, a new biofuels partnership between Bayer Crop Science and bp focused on camelina production, new EPA conservation grant funding and Smithfield Foods releasing its latest sustainability report. Today's interview is with Ag News Daily summer intern Josie Kelly. She is a junior at Iowa State University studying Agricultural & Rural Policy Studies alongside Public Relations. In today's conversation, she shares more about her background, interests in agriculture and what she is looking forward to this summer with the Ag News Daily team. Stay connected with us for daily agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

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The AgNet News Hour focused on growing tensions between agriculture and environmental activist groups as California farmers continue battling lawsuits, land pressure, and mounting concerns over the future of food production in the state. The episode opened with discussion about anti-agriculture activism and the increasing influence of NGOs working against farming operations throughout California. Hosts warned that many organizations presenting themselves as environmental advocates are actively lobbying against agriculture, water infrastructure, and farming expansion. “They want your land,” hosts said while discussing pressure facing farms in areas like Point Reyes and Petaluma. The conversation highlighted growing frustration from farmers who feel agriculture is being targeted despite California's role as the nation's leading food-producing state. Questions surrounding food security, water access, and local food production remained central throughout the program. “We need our farms so much,” the show emphasized repeatedly while discussing the long-term future of California agriculture. A major portion of the episode featured an extended interview with Stephanie Moretta-Arian of Moretta Valley Dairy in Petaluma, who continues speaking out against efforts to remove family farms from Point Reyes National Seashore. Moretta explained that years of litigation and regulatory pressure forced several long-standing family dairies and ranches to shut down or accept buyouts after facing costly legal battles with environmental organizations. “These NGOs are strategically and maliciously going after farms and ranches,” Moretta said. According to Moretta, the issue extends far beyond Point Reyes. She warned that similar lawsuits and land battles are happening throughout California and across the country as farming communities face increasing legal and financial pressure. “We lost over 14,000 farms in 2024,” she said while discussing the broader decline of family farming nationwide. The discussion also touched on concerns that some activist groups are using environmental litigation as a pathway to gain control over highly valuable coastal land. Moretta argued that many of the targeted farms are organic, pasture-based operations that have existed for generations and are critical to local food systems. “This is all abuse of how our justice system is functioning,” she said. Federal officials have now become involved in the Point Reyes issue, including representatives from the Department of Interior. Moretta credited support from Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and others for helping bring national attention to the situation. The episode also featured practical crop management discussions with Valent USA field market development manager Todd Burkdahl, who outlined increasing pest and disease pressure tied to warming temperatures and recent spring weather patterns. Burkdahl warned growers to stay aggressive with scouting and early-season management for pests like navel orangeworm, mites, katydids, and cutworms while monitoring orchards closely following spring rains. “Prevention is worth a pound of cure,” Burkdahl said while discussing disease management in almonds and pistachios. As California agriculture continues facing pressure from regulation, land battles, rising costs, and environmental activism, industry leaders are urging growers and consumers alike to remain engaged in protecting local food production and farming communities. Listen to the full interview below or on your favorite podcast app.

Send us Fan MailDr. Eric Kaufman is a Professor, Extension specialist, and associate head for Virginia Tech's Department of Agricultural, Leadership, and Community Education. He developed and now coordinates Virginia Tech's graduate certificate program in Collaborative Community Leadership.  He also supports an academic major in Community Leadership and Development, as well as an undergraduate minor in Leadership and Social Change.  Eric's research investigates and promotes collective leadership, with special emphasis on followership, problem solving, and leadership-as-practice.  He is a past president of the Association of Leadership Educators (ALE) and a past chair of the International Leadership Association (ILA) Followership Community.  His professional recognitions include the Distinguished Agricultural Leadership Educator Award from the American Association for Agricultural Education (AAAE).Brian Zimmerman has served as CEO of Cleveland Metroparks since 2010, overseeing more than 25,000 acres of parks, trails, golf courses, and the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Under his leadership, the organization has added more than 4,000 acres of protected land, expanded access across six counties, added 60+ miles of trails, and revitalized hundreds of acres of Cleveland lakefront. He has also guided major investments in Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, including nationally recognized animal habitats and conservation initiatives. Zimmerman's work has earned numerous honors, including the 2021 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park Management and recognition as one of Ohio's most influential civic leaders.A Couple of Quotes From This Episode“You cannot control every outcome and you cannot control every person. You have to empower your people to get there.”“If I'm surrounding myself with the right people, and I'm empowering them to be successful, we can accomplish great things together.”“We need to stop thinking about leadership as something individuals do and start seeing it as something communities build together over time.”About The International Leadership Association (ILA)The ILA was created in 1999 to bring together professionals interested in studying, practicing, and teaching leadership. Attend The Global Conference in Toronto, October 28-31.About  Scott J. AllenWebsiteWeekly Newsletter: Practical Wisdom for LeadersMy Approach to HostingThe views of my guests do not constitute "truth." Nor do they reflect my personal views in some instances. However, they are views to consider, and I hope they help you clarify your perspective. Nothing can replace your reflection, research, and exploration of the topic. ♻️ Please share with others and follow/subscribe to the podcast!⭐️ Please leave a review on Apple, Spotify, or your platform of choice.➡️ Follow me on LinkedIn for more on leadership, communication, and tech.

Whether advancements in crops or livestock, upgrading mechanization or efficient use of resources, research carried out by universities has gone a long way to the abundance in agriculture that benefits us all.  It's a top priority for the University of Idaho, one of the top ag schools in the nation. Leslie Edgar, Dean of the University's College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, recently visited Redox Headquarters to strengthen our partnership. "Theory is amazing, but making sure that we can actually apply it so it works for producers is really important," Edgar said. "That's the blessing of being at a land-grant university that we get to do that. The value of us partnering with companies like Redox is that you have the innovation, and that we have the scientists and the students that can work with you and then partner at a really high level."

Alan Tonelson interprets the U.S. diplomatic focus on Japan as a reward for its commitment to containing Chinese expansionism and increasing defense spending. He expects the Trump-Xi summit to produce deals on aerospace and agricultural exports, though fundamental trade imbalances are unlikely to be resolved. (8/16)1943 GREATER EAST ASIA CONFERENCE

Agricultural producers across North America are bracing for a season of environmental extremes as meteorologists confirm a rapid transition toward an El Niño weather pattern. The shift follows a winter that was historically dry and snowless for much of the Western United States and parts of Western Canada, leaving soil moisture levels low. Conversely, other... Read More

Join our champion program: mark@themomentumcompany.comAttend a Thriving Leader event: https://thriving-leader-2026.lovable.app/Instagram: @the.momentum.companyLinkedIn: /momentum-companyIn this episode of The Intentional Agribusiness Leader, Mark sits down with Grant Fitzgerald, Senior Vice President at Farmers National Company, for a conversation that blends leadership, land management, and the evolving role of agriculture as an asset class.Grant defines intentional leadership through a simple but powerful lens:“In spite of X.”There will always be obstacles—fatigue, workload, uncertainty, or discomfort. Intentional leaders don't wait for ideal conditions. They move forward anyway.That mindset has shaped Grant's career—from a non-traditional ag background to leading a business that manages over 2 million acres across the United States.A major theme throughout the episode is growth under pressure.In land management, growth isn't optional—it's required. Farms change hands, generational transitions happen, and portfolios evolve. Leaders must continually build relationships, expand their network, and replace what is naturally lost over time.And often, that growth happens in the moments you least feel like doing the work.Stopping for one more conversation.Making one more call.Building one more relationship.That's the difference.The conversation also explores a major shift happening in farmland ownership.Agricultural land is increasingly being viewed as an asset class, not just a legacy. While previous generations were deeply connected to the land through personal history, newer owners are more focused on return on investment, portfolio performance, and efficiency.That shift is changing expectations.More focus on ROI and performanceDifferent communication styles and service needsIncreased demand for professional management and reportingAt the same time, the economics of farming are under pressure.Rising input costs, tighter margins, and increased financial stress are creating a more complex environment for both operators and landowners. While agriculture remains resilient, the margin for error is shrinking—and clarity in decision-making is more important than ever.On the leadership side, Grant shares one of the most real challenges of stepping into a senior role:Reinventing yourself.What got you here won't get you there.Leadership requires:Having tough (and sometimes uncomfortable) conversationsSeparating personal relationships from professional decisionsOwning your vision, even when it's not universally acceptedAnd perhaps most importantly—being willing to be misunderstood at times.The conversation closes with a powerful reminder about building teams and culture.You can teach skills.You can develop expertise.But you can't manufacture passion and willingness.The best organizations are built by people who want to be there—and leaders who are intentional about creating an environment where those people can thrive.Because in agriculture, as in leadership, success doesn't come from avoiding challenges.It comes from moving forward…In spite of them.Listen if you are:Leading a team through growth or transitionNavigating generational changes in land ownershipInterested in farmland as an investment or asset classBuilding relationships in a relationship-driven industryStepping into a new leadership role and feeling the pressure

In this episode, Research Associate Professor Dr. Buz Kloot of Soil Health Labs talks about the difference between practices and principles and how one principle can have many different practices for execution.  Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights!   Get market farming tools, seeds, and supplies at Modern Grower. Follow Modern Grower:  Instagram  Instagram Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network:  Carrot Cashflow  Farm Small Farm Smart  Farm Small Farm Smart Daily  The Growing Microgreens Podcast  The Urban Farmer Podcast  The Rookie Farmer Podcast  In Search of Soil Podcast Check out Diego's books:  Sell Everything You Grow on Amazon   Ready Farmer One on Amazon **** Modern Grower and Diego Footer participate in the Amazon Services LLC. Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

Water quality regulations have always played a significant role in agricultural land management across Florida. In this episode, Tyler Davis and Brandon DuRant of Saunders Real Estate are joined by Robert Angus and Allan Charles of Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A. to discuss the regulatory framework surrounding water quality, including Basin Management Action Plans and Best Management Practices (BMPs), and how these apply to farm and ranch operations. The conversation outlines how BMPs function as a compliance pathway, the role of agricultural classification in property taxes and land use, and how programs tied to water policy and citrus health are affecting landowners. The discussion provides practical context around how these factors intersect with day-to-day land management and broader land use considerations in Florida. Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A. is a long-standing strategic partner of the Lay of the Land® Conference. Learn more at SaundersRealEstate.com and LLW-Law.com.

- Ag Markets with Greg Johnson- Asking County Boards to Site Data Centers is an Unfair Thing- Pope Leo's Food Waste Petition and Prayer- Ag Weather with Drew LernerThe May 6, 2026, broadcast of the Closing Market Report, hosted by Todd Gleason from the Land-Grant university in Urbana-Champaign, covers commodity market trends, the agricultural impact of data centers, food waste, and regional weather forecasts. Analyst Greg Johnson reports that declining crude oil prices and anticipated average U.S. crop yields are pressuring corn and soybean markets. Agricultural policy specialist Jonathan Coppess criticizes the shifting of responsibility onto local county boards for siting large data centers, citing the facilities' immense and unsustainable consumption of farmland, water, and electricity. Additionally, Gleason highlights the ADM Institute for Post-Harvest Loss's efforts to reduce global grain waste, referencing a related public message by Pope Leo XIV. Concluding the report, meteorologist Drew Lerner predicts frost risks for winter wheat in Kansas and Colorado, ongoing drought conditions in Nebraska, and incoming rain that will benefit southern portions of Brazil's Safrinha corn crop. ★ Support this podcast ★

Experts in Agricultural Cases Staying Safe on the Farm Once School is Out Making Timing Decisions for Working Calves   00:01:05 – Experts in Agricultural Cases: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, kicks off the show as he explains a recent case that reminds people of what can make a person an expert, especially in agriculture.  Expert Witness Reliability in Agricultural Litigation   00:12:05 – Staying Safe on the Farm Once School is Out: Program manager for the Kansas Agriculture Safety and Health Program at K-State Tawnie Larson continues today's show discussing safety reminders for various categories of children. K-State.edu/kash   00:23:05  – Making Timing Decisions for Working Calves: Concluding the show is part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast where Brad White, Bob Larson and Scott Fritz chat about the timing for working calves.  BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Hollywood have been trying to make video game movies a thing for decades. Finally, they're actually good. Why?Beer has some nutritional value. But science is easy to misrepresent, so is it actually good for you?Crunchyroll came out on top in the anime streaming wars. But they have a dark secret in their history. Did they actually earn their position or did they get there by making choices others were too scared to?***We enjoyed a nice drink of Rez which you can get a 10% discount when you type NERDS at the checkout from the Rez website at www.drinkrez.com ***Resources MentionedHollywood's new trend….video game movies ( "There was that period in time, pre-Sonic, where it was, 'You're so lucky that Hollywood is even looking at you'" | GamesIndustry.biz )Does beer have any health benefits? (Does Beer Have a 'Surprising Health Benefit'? Here's What The Science Says, Quantitation of Vitamin B6 Vitamers and Glycosides in German Alcohol-Free and Full-Strength Beer by a Stable Isotope Dilution LC–MS/MS Method | Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry )How did Crunchyroll became the king of the anime streaming war? (Crunchyroll Won the Anime Streaming War by 'Not Following the Rules,' Former Exec Says)Full Show Notes : https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qF1wE92QMDyVpTQLwyWg8m92JZIEuAX3xsKfSG2c6Zc/edit?usp=sharing***If you'd like to be featured on the show, send us an email: Nerds.Amalgamated@gmail.comFollow us on: Facebook || Twitter || TwitchJoin the Community on Discord: https://discord.gg/VqdBVH5aAnd watch us on YouTube: Nerds Amalgamated - YouTube

In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Kurt Rosentrater, Professor of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering at Iowa State University, breaks down what sustainability really means across food and agriculture. He explains why feed efficiency matters more than any single additive, how DDGS and ethanol co-products fit ruminant diets, and why systems thinking, not silver bullets, drives lasting results. Listen now on all major platforms!“Feed efficiency is one of the holy grails of sustainability. It is all about converting protein and energy into an animal product.”Meet the guest: Dr. Kurt Rosentrater is a Professor of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering at Iowa State University. His research focuses on grain processing, ethanol co-products including DDGS, and sustainable food and feed systems, bridging historical data with precision feeding tools to help producers make better decisions. Learn more from Dr. Kurt Rosentrater on The Dairy Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.Liked this one? Don't stop now — Here's what we think you'll love!What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:59) Introduction(03:18) Growing up on a farm(11:50) Sustainability across systems(17:42) Carbon scoring in formulation(24:49) Value of historical research(30:25) Feed efficiency as sustainability(37:13) Closing thoughtsThe Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Agri-Comfort* Adisseo* Afimilk* Evonik* Priority IAC* CowManager- DietForge- Agrarian Solutions- BoviSync- Chemlock- Protekta- dsm-firmenich- AHV- Natural Biologics

This week on Sinica: Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez wrapped up his fourth visit to China in as many years last week, and this one may be the most consequential yet. It comes at a moment when Spain has emerged, almost improbably, as the most outspoken voice in Europe challenging the direction of American foreign policy — closing its airspace to U.S. military aircraft involved in the war in Iran, denying Washington the use of the Rota and Morón bases, recognizing Palestine, and getting expelled from the U.S.-led Gaza Coordination Center for its "anti-Israel obsession." Against that backdrop, Sánchez delivered a remarkable speech at Tsinghua University — a speech I wrote about in detail on the Sinica Substack (PM Pedro Sánchez's Tsinghua Speech: A Masterclass in Diplomatic Rhetoric) — defending multilateralism, calling the EU-China trade deficit unsustainable, and naming China "a country rebuilding its greatness."To help make sense of it, I'm joined by Mario Esteban Rodríguez, full professor at the Autonomous University of Madrid, director of its Center for East Asian Studies, and senior fellow at the Elcano Royal Institute. Mario is the scholar most frequently quoted in Spanish and European media coverage of Spain-China relations, and the author most recently of China's Vertical Multilateralism and the Global South (Routledge, 2026). We discuss whether Sánchez is running an updated Merkel playbook or something qualitatively new, how much of the pivot is really about Trump, the sectoral politics of EVs and Iberian pork, the Chery plant in Barcelona, Spain's role as a gateway to Latin America, and whether Madrid is now a trailblazer for a broader European — and transatlantic — reorientation toward Beijing.06:33 — Sánchez's China strategy: pragmatism, consistency, and political capital08:35 — Domestic politics: the PSOE–PP consensus, Vox, and the regional contradiction12:40 — Merkel's playbook vs. Sánchez's: COVID, Ukraine, and the macroeconomic imbalance15:55 — The Tsinghua speech: Matteo Ricci, multipolarity, and the human rights omission28:17 — The Trump factor: Iran, Gaza, and the limits of overestimating the American effect35:48 — Trade, EV tariffs, pork, and Chinese investment in Spain (the Chery plant in Barcelona)47:04 — Agricultural constituencies and the paradox of Vox voters who benefit from China trade49:01 — Spain's influence in Brussels and the conditions for other member states to follow53:09 — Spain as gateway to Latin America, and the wider European (and Canadian) turn to BeijingPaying it Forward: The European Think-Tank Network on China (ETNC) — a network providing country-specific insights on EU member states' approaches to China, including the granular differences and nuances that non-European analysts often miss.RecommendationsMario Esteban: A trip, rather than a book — New Zealand, which he's visiting this summer with his family to mark the 25th anniversary of the release of The Fellowship of the Ring. A nod to his love of Tolkien and tabletop role-playing games (conducted, he is careful to note, in his own basement — not his parents').Kaiser Kuo: CONG — a new large-format magazine published out of Hong Kong (the title is pronounced Kong, though its ambiguous Pinyin-like spelling invites a second reading), now preparing its third issue. Beautifully produced on glossy and textured paper, with broad coverage of the art, culture, and design scene across East and Southeast Asia. Check it out online here: https://www.serakai.studio/congSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.