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Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at potential impacts of Moody's downgrade of the U.S. sovereign debt rating as well as fund action in the commodity markets with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we discuss the weekend severe weather, needed rainfall in dry areas and more with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we talk about agricultural credit conditions in the Ninth District with Joe Mahon, Regional Outreach Director with the Minneapolis Federal Reserve. Then we close with ag news headlines including more reconciliation bill news from the House and a report on the recent Common Ground Summit held in Denver, CO.
On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at market reaction to the US/China tariff news and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we discuss the weather forecast for this week with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we talk about the US/China deal announcement along with the US/UK trade framework and run through the March meat export data with US Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom. Then, we discuss the closure of the southern border due to the advance northward of New World Screwworm with Colin Woodall, CEO of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association.
Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a check of the early week market trade action with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst with Barchart. In Segment Two, we get a rundown of the weather for the first full week of May as planting rolls along with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we discuss the Make America Healthy Again movement and get perspective from Bill Wirtz, Senior Policy Analyst at the Consumer Choice Center. Then we close the show with news headlines in Segment Four.
Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the markets and end of the month trade action with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we discuss the potential severe weather outbreak on Monday and look at the forecast for this week with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we catch up on the latest news surrounding WOTUS, CAFO regulations in the courts and more with DTN Environmental Editor Todd Neeley. Then we close the show with news headlines in Segment Four.
Darin Newsom, Barchart, Inc. tries to explain the higher day in the grains, especially soybeans, despite the bearish Chinese trade news. Cattle end mostly higher along with the continued correction in the S&P. What's driving the buying in all of these markets? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the volatility in outside markets to start the week and perspective on grain and livestock markets with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get a look at what is shaping up to be another active week of weather ahead with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we talk about hunger issues in rural America with Vince Hall, Chief Government Relations Officer, Feeding America. Then we close the show in Segment Four with news headlines including an update on how the sorghum industry is dealing with tariffs and more.
Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with thoughts on the markets getting back to trading weather instead of headlines with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get an update on a more active weather pattern ahead this week with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we discuss the potential of soybean aphid pressure in the Midwest this season and how to combat the pest with Ron Geis, Market Development Specialist with Corteva Agriscience. Then we close the show with news headlines including part of a special report from FARM's Corryn La Rue looking at the role of blockchain technology in agriculture.
It was a headline-heavy week for grain and livestock markets, with tariff developments taking center stage. Bryce Doeschot welcomed Darin Newsom of Barchart and Kyle Bumsted with Allendale to this week's Weekly Market Roundup to help make sense of the market's reaction.
Darin Newsom with Barchart discusses what's driving the risk on buying early Tuesday in grain, livestock and outside markets. Is the market becoming numb to tariff headlines? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with perspective on the recent market volatility with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. Next up in Segment Two, we recap the devastating flooding and look at cooler temperatures to start this week with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we get an agronomy update from Iowa with Angie Rieck-Hinz, Extension Field Agronomist for Iowa State University. Then in Segment Four, we learn about the relaunch of The Mosaic Company Foundation for Sustainable Food Systems with Adam Herges, Sustainability Agronomist Advisor, Corporate Public Affairs at The Mosaic Company.
On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at what could be a volatile and busy week in the markets with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst with Barchart. In Segment Two, we get a rundown of another active weather week ahead with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. Next in Segment Three, we learn about The Pennsylvania Agriculture Economic Analysis 2025 with Abby Smith, President & CEO of Team Pennsylvania. Then we close the show with a look at ag news headlines for Monday.
Darin Newsom, Barchart, discusses how trade and global economic uncertainty is causing traders to push gold to record highs, with grains pushing lower. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the early week market activity with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst with Barchart. In Segment Two, we discuss the potential of spring planting windows in the forecast with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we hear Jesse's recent conversation while on the Missouri Farm Bureau D.C. Fly-in trip with Zippy Duvall, President of the American Farm Bureau Federation. Then we close the show with news headlines in Segment Four.
Darin Newsom with Barchart says corn is higher again on solid demand and spreading with soybeans, while wheat sees selling on dismal exports and better moisture in winter wheat areas. Cattle hit new highs with weather supportive, then fade ahead of the COF report. And the Fed held interest rates steady Wed. but the markets are still trading the uncertainty of tariffs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the markets on St. Patrick's Day Monday with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we recap the severe weather outbreak from this past weekend and look ahead to our next big weather maker with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we discuss the freeze on IRA related conservation funding and contracts along with looking at a new interactive map and analysis of what these cuts could mean at the state level with former USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation, Robert Bonnie. Then we get an update on the EPA regulatory rollbacks and the impact on WOTUS with Mary-Thomas Hart, Chief Council with the National Cattlemen's Beef Association.
Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show talking about markets with Darin Newsom from Barchart in Segment One. Then we take a look at this week's weather forecast with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick in Segment Two. Next up, we talk ag issues from Capitol Hill with Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) in Segment Three. We close the show in Segment Four with an update from the National Farmers Union annual meeting in Oklahoma City, OK with FARM and American Ag Network's Corryn La Rue.
Darin Newsom, Barchart, says grains continue to see pressure on fund selling and tariff fears. Cattle extend gains. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Monday's AOA powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the markets and details on some of the recent fund activities with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we discuss the welcomed warm up across the U.S. with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. Next up in Segment Three, we take a look at equipment market trends with Andy Campbell, Director of Insights at Tractor Zoom. We close the show listening to a conversation we had during the National Ethanol Conference with Brian Jennings, CEO of the American Coalition for Ethanol.
On Tuesday's AOA, we start the show with a look at market action out of the three day weekend with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get a look at the extreme cold weather and snowy forecast for many this week with DTN Meteorologist, John Baranick. In Segment Three, we get another preview of this year's Commodity Classic in Denver, CO with co-chair Rob Shaffer. Visit www.commodityclassic.com for more information. Then we close the show with news headlines in Segment Four, including comments from Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins on bird flu, Farm Bill, USDA funding freezes and more.
Monday on AOA, we take a look at the early week market action with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we discuss what could be a messy weather week ahead with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. Next up in Segment Three, we listen to a conversation from last week at CattleCon 25 with Kent Bacus from the National Cattlemen's Beef Association for an update on BOI requirements, tax policy and much more. Then we close the show in Segment Four with a look at the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer with Dr. Jim Mintert, Professor Emeritus at Purdue University and the Center for Commercial Agriculture.
Darin Newsom with Barchart says ag markets are seeing some early pressure as they are riding the roller coaster of headlines about tariffs, etc. When will the market get back to trading its own fundamentals? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Monday on AOA, we start the show looking at the markets, reaction to tariffs and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get the rundown on a potentially messy week of weather with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we have a conversation with Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA). Then we close the show with a look at what's happening at the AgMarket.net Farming for Profit, Not Price conference in Nashville, TN with Jacob Burks in Segment Four.
On Monday's AOA, we start the show discussing potential tariffs, fund positions in the markets, possible rate cuts and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we take a look at the latest forecast in the U.S. and South America and explore a potential pattern shift ahead with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we have a conversation about logistics, trade, tariffs and more with Mike Steenhoek, Executive Director for the Soy Transportation Coalition. We close the show with ag news headlines in Segment Four.
On Monday's AOA, we start the show with a look at some surprising moves on the latest CFTC commitment of traders' report for soybeans, a U.S. dollar under pressure and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we take a short and long-term look at the weather in the U.S., an update on the arctic cold and a look at South America's weather with Eric Snodgrass, Principal Atmospheric Scientist with Conduit Ag. Next up in Segment Three, we have a conversation about bulk commodity shipping and more with Jared Flinn, co-founder and CEO of BulkLoads.com. Then we close the show hearing part of a recent conversation with National Pork Board nutrition team members Dr. Kristen Hicks-Roof and Emily Krause about connecting younger consumers with pork. View the full conversation on our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azBnE0yeEZo
Monday on AOA, we start the show with a look at the markets, basis, energies and much more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, an update on Argentine dryness concerns and a look at U.S. weather with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we talk about November meat exports, the averted East/Gulf Coast port strike, potential tariff headwinds and more with U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO, Dan Halstrom. Then we close the show in Segment Four with ag news headlines including more layoffs at John Deere, news on the New Swine Inspection System (NSIS) increased line speed trials and more to close the show.
Monday, December 30th (Mike Adams) 1) Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart, 2) John Baranick, DTN Meteorologist, 3) Mike Steenhoek, Soy Transportation, 4) NEWS and COMMENTARY
On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with the question of if we can continue to see a Santa Claus rally in corn and a broad look at markets with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, what does that weather forecast look like as we near the holidays? DTN Meteorologist John Baranick has the details in Segment Two. In Segment Three, we hear from the newly elected chair of the United Soybean Board from Mississippi, Philip Good. Then we close the show with a look at the latest ag equipment sales numbers with Curt Blades, Senior Vice President at the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.
Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the early week market action and reaction to the latest events in the Middle East with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, DTN Meteorologist John Baranick stops by for a rundown of the weather picture for the U.S. and around the world this week. Next up in Segment Three, we discuss the Texas federal court ruling halting the Corporate Transparency Act, the passage of the Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act in the Senate and more with Kent Bacus, Executive Director for Government Affairs with the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. Then we close the show with a look at ag news headlines in Segment Four.
On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the early week/month of market trade with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst with Barchart. In Segment Two, cold temps and clipper systems are impacting us on the weather front. DTN Meteorologist John Baranick stops by for a look at the forecast. In Segment Three, we hear about the new USDA trade mission to Morocco and talk about meat export opportunities globally with Dan Halstrom, President and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation. Then we close the show with an update on research and swine health issues around the world as we talked with Dr. Lisa Becton from the Swine Health Information Center during this year's NAFB Convention back in November.
Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with some interesting news in the cattle market and a broad look at the early-holiday week trade with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we see a cold snap in the forecast for much of the country this week. Just how cold could it get? DTN Meteorologist John Baranick joins us to discuss. Then in Segment Three, we listen back to another NAFB conversation as we hear from current FSA Administrator Zach Ducheneaux. In Segment Four, we close the show with an update on the nomination of Brooke Rollins to be the next Secretary of Agriculture as FARM Correspondent, Corryn La Rue, joins the show.
On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we take a look at the early week market action in grains and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, a look at this week's precipitation chances for the Midwest and Plains and more with DTN Meteorologist, John Baranick. Next up in Segment Three, we look at the overall health of the Minneapolis Fed district ag economy for the third quarter of 2024. Joe Mahon, Regional Outreach Director for the Minneapolis Fed joins us for a conversation. Then in Segment Four, we go back to last week's NAFB Convention and hear about a new conservation partnership between National Sorghum Producers and Ducks Unlimited as NSP Chairwoman, Amy France, joined us for a conversation in Kansas City.
Monday on AOA, brought to you by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the early week market action in what should be a quieter week of market moving events with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get an update on the weather situation as farmers look to finish up fall fieldwork and more with DTN Meteorologist, John Baranick. Next up in Segment Three, we talk trade policy moving forward in a second Trump Administration and more with Brent Boydston from Ag Center Solutions. Then in Segment Four, we learn about a new Center for Rural Affairs fact sheet that provides resources and highlights the use of solar energy generation and agricultural production on the same land. Mallory Tope from the Center for Rural Affairs joins us to discuss. For more information, visit cfra.org/publications.
Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at early week market action ahead of Election Day, the latest FOMC meeting and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we discuss the rains for parts of the Midwest and Plains to start the week and more with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. Next up in Segment Three, we learn about a new tool that could give an exponential boost to farmers and ag producers who want to start a food business venture. Jason Robinson, Business Development Director of Food for the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI) joins us to discuss. Then we close the show in Segment Four with a look at ag news headlines and a word on getting out to vote from host Jesse Allen.
On Monday's AOA, we start the show with a look at markets and managing the risk you can control in this current environment with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get an update on weather in South America and potential drought relief ahead in the U.S. with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we discuss the preview of the latest 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans that calls for replacing things like beef with beans, peas and lentils. NCBA Executive Director of Nutrition Science and Registered Dietitian Dr. Shalene McNeill joins the show to discuss. Then we close the show, listening to a conversation from earlier this month, ahead of World Dairy Expo, discussing feed cost savings and treating your cows like a Camaro with Dr. Sarah Stocks and Dr. Clemence Nash from NOVUS. (Hear the full conversation we had with them on our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5YD3yg0gK0Y)
On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Greases, funds have gone long the corn market while soybeans are trying to bounce off support. We discuss this and more in Segment One with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we take a look at the weather pattern for this week including frost across the plains with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we look at the Meat Demand Monitor for September and a special deep dive into Prior Day Pork Consumption with Dr. Glynn Tonsor at Kansas State University. (You can find both reports at https://www.agmanager.info) Then we close the show in Segment Four and learn about the gut microbiome with Dr. Steve Lerner from Novonesis.
On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the latest CFTC report, the energies and macro markets and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst with Barchart. In Segment Two, we get an update on the dry weather for much of the U.S., the latest outlook for Hurricane Milton impacting Florida and an update on weather in South America as DTN Meteorologist John Baranick joins the show. In Segment Three, we discuss the topic of food waste with a particular emphasis on dairy with Florian Sanchez from Novonesis. Then we take a look at ag news headlines in Segment Four to close the show.
Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the end of the month/quarter, calculating stocks/supply in the market and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst with Barchart. In Segment Two, we look at the upcoming weather forecast and discuss the impacts of Helene on U.S. agriculture with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we discuss the potential implications of a U.S. port strike and more logistics concerns with Mike Seyfert, President and CEO of the National Grain and Feed Association. Then in Segment Four, we discuss National Nematode Day and SCN Action Month with Dr. Horacio Lopez-Nicora from Ohio State University and The SCN Coalition. More at https://www.thescncoalition.com
On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at an early week grain market rally, the latest CFTC report on fund positions and much more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. Next up in Segment Two, we get an update on the weather including the potential of a major storm developing in the tropics this week with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we take a look at the used equipment and auction market plus a preview of the 2024 Moving Iron Summit with Moving Iron LLC's Casey Seymour. Then we close the show in Segment Four learning about Green Career Week with Seed Your Future Executive Director, Jazmin Albarran.
On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Diesel and Lubricants, we start the show with a look at the markets, preview of this week's Federal Reserve meeting and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, DTN Meteorologist John Baranick joins us for a rundown of this week's weather outlook as we dive deeper into fall harvest. Next up in Segment Three, we have a wide ranging conversation with Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA). Then in Segment Four, we close the show discussing National Farm Safety and Health Week with Laura Siegel from AgriSafe. Visit www.agrisafe.org/nfshw for more information.
On Monday's AOA, we start the show with a look at the market action to start the week and get analysis from Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we discuss the heat and humidity impacting much of the western Corn Belt and plains along with severe weather potential early this week with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. Next up in Segment Three, we hear the latest on the South Dakota Supreme Court decision in the Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline case and more with DTN Environmental Editor Todd Neeley. Then we have a final look at the Farm Progress Show and news headlines in Segment Four.
On Monday's AOA, we start the show with a look at what's shaping up in the corn, soybean and wheat markets with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get a look at the weather situation across the U.S. and more with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. Then in Segment Three, we talk about California's updated Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) proposed cap on soy and canola oil, EPA auditing China's used cooking oil imports and more with Jacqui Fatka, Lead Analyst, Farm Supply and Biofuels at CoBank. Then we look at ag news headlines in Segment Four.
On Monday's AOA, we start the show discussing the grain market blues and the latest CFTC report with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, how long will the cool temperatures and rain stick around for much of the Corn Belt? DTN Meteorologist John Baranick joins us with the weather details. In Segment Three, we learn more about PepsiCo Foods North America's new Planting Pathways Initiative with Margaret Henry, VP, Sustainable & Regenerative Agriculture at PepsiCo. Finally we wrap up in Segment Four with ag news headlines including comments about the Deere and Company layoffs from Illinois Congressman Eric Sorensen and more.
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On Monday's AOA, we start the show with a look at the markets and plenty of noteworthy items ahead before we officially close the month of July with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get an update on that weather forecast as we roll into August with DTN Meteorologist, John Baranick. Next up in Segment Three, we discuss the prospects for the U.S. sunflower crop, global crop outlook and we talk about Farm Bill importance with John Sandbakken, Executive Director for the National Sunflower Association. Then in Segment Four, we get a recap of last week's spring wheat and durum tour with Dave Green from the Wheat Quality Council.
On Monday's AOA, we discussed some of the short covering to start the week in the grain markets and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst with Barchart. In Segment Two, we discuss the weather outlook for the end of July and into August with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. Next up in Segment Three, we discuss some tips for rural road safety with Laramie Sandquist from Nationwide. Then we take a look at the latest ag news headlines in Segment Four.
On Monday's AOA, we start the show examining the bearishness that continues to grip the grain markets and overall market sentiment to start the week with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get a look at severe weather potential and heat to start the week with DTN Meteorologist Teresa Wells. Next up in Segment Three, we discuss the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, what it means for our political/geopolitical climate moving forward and more importantly why we should turn the temperature down on the current political rhetoric as we welcome back Dr. John Hulsman to the show for a conversation. Finally in Segment Four, we discuss the June 2024 Ag Tractor and Combine Sales numbers with Curt Blades, Senior Vice President with the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.
On Monday's AOA, we start the show with a look at grain markets under pressure and discuss some key price levels with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we discuss the impacts of Hurricane Beryl and the weather forecast for the week ahead with DTN Meteorologist, Teresa Wells. In Segment Three, we discuss used cooking oil imports, SAF tax credit and the Chevron deference decision with Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA). Then in Segment Four, we get a flooding recovery update and more with Minnesota Department of Agriculture Commissioner, Thom Petersen.
On Monday's AOA, we start the show with a look at the markets as Barchart Senior Market Analyst, Darin Newsom, shares his belief as to why the end of June USDA Reports shouldn't matter to the market trade. In Segment Two, we take a look at the weather forecast for the 4th of July week ahead with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. Next up in Segment Three, we recap the National Potato Council summer meeting, discuss Farm Bill prospects and ag labor with NPC CEO, Kam Quarles. Finally in Segment Four, more layoffs at John Deere and the Supreme Court decision on Chevron deference is discussed in ag news headlines with Jesse Allen.
On Monday's AOA, we start the show with a focus on the weather including potential impacts of flooding in Iowa, Minnesota and South Dakota on the grain markets as Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart joins us to discuss in Segment One. Next up in Segment Two, we get a rundown of the flooding, the heat in other parts of the country and the forecast for the week ahead with DTN Meteorologist, John Baranick. We turn our attention to cotton in Segment Three as we have a conversation with Tas Smith, VP of Producer Affairs for the National Cotton Council. Then in Segment Four, we have a conversation with Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI).
On Monday's AOA, we start the show with a look at the lower market action, seasonal tendencies, weather impact on the markets and more with Barchart Senior Market Analyst, Darin Newsom. Next up in Segment Two, we get an update on the weather forecast including heavy rain for the northwestern Corn Belt and heat for the eastern and southern areas with DTN Meteorologist, John Baranick. In Segment Three, we get an update on European elections and agricultural issues with Bill Wirtz, Senior Policy Analyst with the Consumer Choice Center. We then wrap up the show with a look at ag news headlines in Segment Four.