Podcasts about farm bills

Democratic Senators introduce legislation blocking President Trump's anti-weaponization fund. Michigan considers a series of voting rights bills and farmers are upset about the House's proposed Farm Bill.

Democratic Senators introduce legislation blocking President Trump's anti-weaponization fund. Michigan considers a series of voting rights bills and farmers are upset about the House's proposed Farm Bill.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heartland-newsfeed-radio-network--2904397/support.

California voters approved Proposition 12 by a decisive 63% margin, establishing minimum space requirements for farm animals and restricting the sale of pork, eggs, and veal produced from animals confined in spaces smaller than those standards. For pork producers, the law effectively prohibits the sale of meat from pigs born to sows housed in gestation crates that fail to meet California’s requirements. State regulators and many pork processors have maintained that California’s pork demand can be supplied under Proposition 12, although compliance costs may contribute to somewhat higher prices—much as California consumers often pay premiums for products produced under stricter standards. Opponents of Proposition 12 vowed to challenge the law all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court. In 2023, however, the Court upheld the measure in a closely divided 5–4 decision.Writing for the majority, Justice Neil Gorsuch concluded that states have broad authority to regulate products sold within their borders, even when those regulations affect producers in other states. The Court rejected arguments that the Constitution’s dormant Commerce Clause bars statesfrom adopting non-discriminatory laws simply because they impose compliance costs on a national industry. While the Constitution prohibits economic protectionism, the Court held that it does not prevent voters from restricting products they believe are produced through practices they consider cruel or unethical, provided the law applies equally to in-state and out-of-state businesses.Having failed in the courts, opponents have shifted their efforts to Congress. Language included in proposed Farm Bill legislation—often referred to by supporters as the “Save Our Bacon” provision—would limit states’ ability to impose production standards on agricultural products sold within their borders. Critics argue that the provision would effectively overturn Proposition 12 and similar state laws. The debate has attracted national attention. In a New York Times opinion essay titled “America’s Livestock Gulag,” columnist Nicholas Kristof argued that “the pork industry istrying to pull a fast one with this year’s farm bill,” citing polling that found strong public opposition to housing pregnant sows in gestation crates. A common misconception is that gestation crates are necessary to prevent sows from crushing piglets. That concern is generally addressed through the use of farrowing crates, which are used for a relatively short period around birth and weaning. Gestation crates, by contrast, typically confine pregnant sows in narrow metal enclosures for their 114- day pregnancy. Many pork producers in Europe have adapted to alternative housing systemsfollowing restrictions or bans on gestation crates. The question now moves from the courtroom to Capitol Hill: Should Congress override the will of voters and the Supreme Court’s ruling through the Farm Bill, or should states retain the authority to establish animal welfare standards for products sold within their borders?For listeners seeking a broader and balanced discussion of pig housing systems, we also recommend our earlier conversation with Dr. Pete Lammers of the University of Wisconsin–Platteville, who explores the practical, economic, and animal welfare dimensions of providing space for pigs.

With manufacturers calling 2026 the bottom — or near-bottom — of the current large-ag equipment cycle, farmers are left trying to answer a big question: is this a buying opportunity, a warning sign, or both? Luke and Andy bring real-world auction data and market perspective to help explain what's actually happening with equipment values right now. We discuss: Whether 2026 feels worse, better, or just different than 2025 How auction results compare to manufacturer reports Why big iron like high-horsepower tractors, combines, sprayers, and planters is under pressure What equipment is still selling well Which machines are sitting longer than expected Who is selling right now: retirements, dealer trades, financial stress, or right-sizing Who is still buying aggressively Whether bankruptcies and forced liquidations are really increasing What separates successful sales from disappointing ones Why photos, records, transparency, and seller reputation matter more in a softer market What farmers should do today if they plan to sell equipment in the next six months The conversation also goes beyond machinery. We talk about the broader forces shaping buyer psychology, including tighter credit, repayment stress, interest rates, trade uncertainty, tariffs, Farm Bill delays, and global headlines. Then we connect equipment values to farmland. Land values remain strong in many regions, but cash flow is tightening. That raises an important question for farmers: are we becoming land rich and cash poor? Luke and Andy share what they're watching in the farmland market, whether strong land values are still supporting confidence, and why machinery could stay soft even if land remains firm. Finally, we look ahead to summer and fall 2026. Will there be a seasonal bounce after planting? What needs to happen for the market to improve? And what could make it worse? Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/Farm4Profit Media is not a financial, legal, or tax advisor. Content is provided for informational purposes only, and we serve solely as a platform for third-party opinions. Any actions taken based on this content are at your own risk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on Talk Dirt To Me, we dive into one of the craziest ag crime stories we've seen in years after 64 Holstein calves vanished overnight from an Ohio farm in a theft worth well over $120,000. Law enforcement believes it was likely an inside job, and we break down just how difficult it would be to move that many cattle without somebody in the industry knowing exactly what they were doing. From ear tags and sale barns to modern cattle rustling and sky-high beef prices, this one opens up a much bigger conversation about where the cattle market is right now. From there, we jump into how the White House is floating a new $17 billion ag trade commitment with China. The question is whether this is a real turning point or just another vague promise farmers have heard before. We talk through what China actually needs from the U.S., whether any of this could meaningfully move commodity prices, and why so many producers remain skeptical. We also get into slowing soybean acreage growth in Brazil, Australia's worsening wheat situation, and why Logan decided to lock in $12 soybeans during the recent rally. We break down USDA's new fertilizer production push, the possibility of more farm aid payments, the stalled Farm Bill fight in the Senate, and why even longtime Republican farm-state senators are openly criticizing current trade policy. Despite all the pressure, American farmers are still getting the crop in fast and keeping the food supply moving. That's really the story tying this entire episode together, conventional agriculture continuing to produce under brutal margins, rising costs, and nonstop uncertainty. And of course, we ask the question every farmer listening will have an opinion on: what would you do if 64 head walked off your place overnight? Go check out Agzaga! It is the ultimate online farm store. American owned and operated. Go check out their site and get what you need. Be sure to use the code TalkDirt20 to get $20 off your order of $50 or more! Visit them at: https://agzaga.com 

Food is a national security issue and passing an updated farm bill is of critical importance to both farmers and consumers, especially the food insecure. Rodger Wasson visits with Congressman Jim Costa, a leading member of the House of Representatives Agriculture committee, who voted for advancing the long overdue ‘work in progress” to the US Senate. Rodger Wasson and Congressman Costa discuss agriculture policy and Congressman Costa explains the importance of the Farm Bill as America’s food safety net, noting that despite challenges in agriculture, American farmers now produce more food with less than 5% of the population working in agriculture compared to 40% employed in Ag 126 years ago. The conversation covered concerns about Proposition 12 animal confinement standards potentially being eliminated in the Farm Bill, the need for labor reform affecting the estimated 70% undocumented workforce in California agriculture, and the impact of trade wars on agricultural markets. Congressman Costa emphasizesthe need for bipartisanship in passing the Farm Bill and expresseds optimism about American agriculture’s ability to adapt and innovate despite current challenges.

Your Nebraska Update headlines for today, May 21, include: Nebraska petition groups are working to qualify ballot measures for November, five-year Farm Bill and E15 expansion are both under discussion in Senate as lawmakers explore whether measures could advance together, dean of the University of Nebraska Medical Center's College of Public Health says Ebola outbreak is another reminder that public should prepare for next pandemic, Nebraska softball opens super regional series against Oklahoma State at Bowlin Stadiumm, UNL chancellor Katherine Ankerson talks about stepping into role after Rodney Bennett abruptly resigned earlier this year and what she's doing to keep university moving forward.

In a bleary eyed, late night recording, the guys talk about recent changes to what firearms can be used when turkey hunting in Wyoming that go into effect next spring. They also talk about conservation provisions in a Farm Bill that recently passed the US House. Other topics include: odds of the Farm Bill passing the Senate, risks of appropriating money without personnel to deliver it to projects on the ground, the recent withdrawal of controversial wildlife commission nominees in Colorado, and more. We also have a new email address. Be the first to send us an email at: yourmountainpodcast@gmail.com

Join Ashlee on today's Roundup with new Origins' team member Peter Kelly while Robbie is out of the country filming in Africa. Ashlee and Peter discuss his unique background, his recent induction as a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, the Boy Scouts, his expertise in messaging and public relations, 3 bills moving through the California legislature including one to allow bowhunters to carry concealed weapons for protection while they hunt, a MI law to require MDNR to allow license applicants to register to vote when they apply for their license, the Department of Interior's proposed FY'27 budget and negative ramifications for wildlife and natural resources and the Farm Bill on the move. Do you have questions we can answer? Send it via DM on IG or through email at info@theoriginsfoundation.org  Support our Conservation Club Members! Safaris de Mozambique: https://safarisdemozambique.com/  Kayuga Broadheads: https://www.kayugabroadheads.com.au/  The Hunting Ban in Cabaneros National Park: https://theoriginsfoundation.org/conservation-projects/hunting-ban-cabaneros-national-park/  See more from Blood Origins: https://bit.ly/BloodOrigins_Subscribe Music: Migration by Ian Post (Winter Solstice), licensed through artlist.io This podcast is brought to you by Bushnell, who believes in providing the highest quality, most reliable & affordable outdoor products on the market. Your performance is their passion. https://www.bushnell.com  This podcast is also brought to you by Silencer Central, who believes in making buying a silencer simple and they handle the paperwork for you. Shop the largest silencer dealer in the world. Get started today! https://www.silencercentral.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Scoop, Margy Eckelkamp sits down with Hunter Carpenter from the Agricultural Retailers Association to break down the critical policy shifts currently moving through Washington, D.C. The conversation centers on the House-passed Farm Bill, highlighting key wins like the TSP Access Act and the new plant biostimulant definition. However, Hunter also addresses the "hiccups" in the House version, specifically the removal of language regarding uniform labeling and NPDES permit reforms—issues the ARA hopes to revive in the Senate. The episode further explores the House's recent passage of year-round E15 sales. Beyond legislation, Hunter discusses the ARA’s cautious stance on the proposed Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern rail merger, emphasizing that maintaining competition is vital for keeping freight rates manageable for retailers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

05/19/26: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KFGO studio by Vern Thompson to talk about data centers and the Farm Bill. Vern has spent his life farming, trucking hazardous bulk liquids, serving in the state legislature, leading as mayor of Minnewaukan during the Devils Lake flood fight, and is now running for ND Agriculture Commissioner. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two Women Inspiring Real Life with Stephanie Coxon and Kathy Anderson-Martin – Stephanie and Kathy discuss UFO files, hantavirus fears, AI, farm bills, and pharma through faith, discernment, and community. They urge readers to verify sources, protect children, support local farmers, call leaders, and resist fear by choosing truth, civic duty, strong families, trusted neighbors, and steady courage in daily life...

Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals.  On today's episode, we are back in the studio with Steve Hanson. We discuss: Shed trespassing is becoming more organized. Social media helped identify the trespasser quickly. Trail cameras are changing trespassing enforcement. Many landowners view sheds as personal property. CRP rates have softened in recent years. CSP funding appears stronger in the new Farm Bill. Habitat-focused CRP projects can benefit both parties. Water quality is becoming a bigger conservation focus. Forestry incentives may become more important nationally. Iowa land prices appear stable after major growth years. And so much more! Thanks again for all of the support from our partners—none of this would've been possible without them! - Buck Land Funding: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.firstbankers.com/bucklandfunding⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Hawke Optics | Use Code WHTL for 15% off:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://bit.ly/hawkeoptics_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -OnX:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://bit.ly/onX_Hunt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Painted Arrow: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/PaintedArrow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Latitude Outdoors: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.latitudeoutdoors.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Whitetail Master Academy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.whitetailmasteracademy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Use code '⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HOFER' to save 10% off at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theprairiefarm.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Massive potential tax savings: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ASMLABS.Net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

On the radio show this week, we are joined by stellar leaders in Congress as we dive into the ongoing affordability crisis impacting families across the nation. We also explore SNAP, discussing how the Farm Bill and DHS funding cuts are endangering the wellbeing of millions of children. We also turn our attention to the state of maternal health in the U.S., highlighting recent developments. Finally, we close the show by looking into the affordability crisis, focusing on new strategies to bolster economic security for families and push for significant policy changes. Special Guests U.S. Representative Suzan DelBene, WA-01, @RepDelBene; Chad Bolt, First Focus on Children, @chadderr, @chadderr.bsky.social; Tina Sherman, MomsRising, @MomsRising @MamasConPoder and @TinaShermanNC; U.S. Representative Kim Schrier, WA-08, @RepKimSchrier, @repkimschrier.bsky.social, @repkimschrier

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Welcome to Inside D.C., where we break down how decisions in Washington shape the tools you use on your farm. This week, Brownfield's Carah Hart talks with Collin Peterson about the future of the farm bill and growing concerns that U.S. ag policy is “breaking down under pressure from ad hoc disaster spending and political gridlock.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Breaking developments in the COVID accountability story. Former senior NIAID adviser David Morens has been indicted on federal charges tied to the destruction and concealment of pandemic-era records. Senator Ron Johnson joins Del to discuss what this case could reveal about how key COVID decisions were made.In the Jaxen Report, we revisit the emails that first raised alarms about efforts to avoid FOIA requests and shield officials during the pandemic. We also examine breaking developments on Capitol Hill, where Rep. Anna Paulina Luna's amendment to the Farm Bill passed, striking language that would have provided pesticide manufacturers with liability protections.Next, who controls your car? A little-known provision buried in federal infrastructure legislation could require new vehicles to monitor driver behavior and even limit operation if “impairment” is detected.Then, Del reports back from The People vs. Poison rally outside the U.S. Supreme Court, where many are demanding accountability over glyphosate liability protections. Food Babe founder Vani Hari joins the conversation.Finally, functional medicine physician Dr. Ann Shippy discusses the fertility crisis and her new book, ‘The Preconception Revolution,' exploring how environmental exposures and health before conception may shape the next generation.Watch LIVE today — 11am PT / 2pm ETGuests: Sen. Ron Johnson, Vani Hari, Ann Shippy, M.D.Airdate: April 30, 2026Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

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Ep 259 | Toyota is now farming? Add in a major Farm Bill update and a Kentucky Derby history-making win, and it's been quite the week in ag. On this week's episode of Discover Ag, Natalie and Tara cover Toyota's surprising jump into agriculture, the amendment that's shaking up the glyphosate fight, and why country bars don't feel like country bars anymore. Zach Lawless, CEO of Hyer Boots and the great-great-grandson of the man credited with inventing the cowboy boot in 1875, also joins the show to share the brand's incredible history and the exciting new chapter they're writing today. What We Discovered This Week

- Ag Markets with Matt Bennett- E15, SREs, the Farm Bill, the Senate, and Biofuels- Sen. Tillis Riffs on Ag Policy & China- Ag Weather with Mike TannuraThe May 14th Closing Market Report details declining agricultural commodity prices, legislative developments, and global crop weather. Grain markets closed significantly lower following the President's visit to China, which yielded no new trade agreement on soybean, a situation compounded by varying weather conditions affecting domestic crops. In Washington, the US House narrowly passed a bill permitting year-round E15 fuel sales, which now faces an uncertain future in the Senate alongside ongoing 2026 Farm Bill negotiations. Additionally, Senator Thom Tillis outlined national security concerns regarding Chinese investments in US farmland and meat processing facilities. Weather analysis indicates severe drought is threatening northern US spring wheat and varying precipitation is impacting the Corn Belt, while Europe receives beneficial rains and Brazil's second corn crop faces early dry season challenges. ★ Support this podcast ★

In national news, we hear from one witness during a hearing held by the US Senate Agriculture Committee, we'll hear advice from Alabama Farmers Federation President Jimmy Parnell and American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall on the importance of passing the Farm Bill in the Senate, we'll examine a Farm Bill amendment that could help farmers with equipment costs, and Chad Smith brings us a Farm State of Mind report.For the Federation, Maggie Gaddy will bring her story about the “Plant Not Plastic” initiative, Guy Hall gives us his Field Staff Report and we go In the Markets with Chris Prevatt.Find out more about our sponsor, Alabama Ag Credit, and also about Alabama Farmers Federation.

Host and American Family Farmer, Doug Stephan (www.eastleighfarm.com) shares the biggest news affecting smaller family farmers, starting with the Farm Bill. The House is working on another draft Farm Bill, continuing with the hold up. Additionally, the U.S. House passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (H.R. 8467) on April 30, 2026, with a 224-200 bipartisan vote, advancing a new five-year farm bill that strengthens crop insurance, raises commodity reference prices, and reauthorizes USDA programs through 2031. The bill now faces a difficult path in the Senate, where it needs 60 votes to overcome a filibuster. The Farm Bill also contains significant changes to SNAP (food assistance), which has been a major point of debate, with many questioning why this is even included on this bill at all. Moving along, a new study suggests people living in areas with heavy pesticide use face significantly higher risk of cancer. The research suggests that combinations of pesticides, even those considered safe individually, can act together to damage cells, suggesting environmental exposure is a major, previously underestimated factor in cancer rates. Regions with high agricultural activity, specifically the US Midwest, showed significantly higher cancer incidence, with some estimates suggesting risks comparable to or higher than smoking for certain cancers. The study found that "pesticide cocktails"—combinations of chemicals (like Glyphosate, Atrazine, and [Dicamba])—multiply cancer risk, rather than any single chemical acting alone. Even pesticides deemed "non-carcinogenic" individually by regulatory standards appear to contribute to cancer risk when combined in the environment. Researchers identified that these mixtures can disrupt liver cells—a primary detoxification organ—years before a cancer diagnosis. The study linked higher exposure to increased rates of leukemia, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, and cancers of the bladder, colon, lung, and pancreas. In case you missed it, May is Mental Health Month. The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Farm State of Mind campaign, supported by the Farm State of Mind Alliance formed in 2025, works to reduce mental health stigma and increase access to resources for farmers and ranchers. The initiative provides a national directory, free counseling, and training to support mental wellness in rural communities. Founded by AFBF, National Farmers Union, National 4-H Council, and Farm Foundation, the Alliance brings together trusted voices to make, “It's okay not to be okay,” a standard in agricultural communities. The campaign utilizes initiatives like farm-focused mental health articles in magazines and on TV. The campaign emphasizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month to reach out to neighbors in the agricultural community.For more on the American Family Farmer…Website: AmericanFamilyFarmerShow.comSocial Media: @GoodDayNetworks

This is a live episode recorded at the 2026 Great Plains Stakeholder Workshop, hosted by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation. The workshop brought together many of the country's leading grasslands conservationists, scientists, funders, and policy experts to tackle a huge question: what would it look like to create a bold, practical, long-term plan for conserving North America's grasslands over the next 30 years? My guests are two people helping to lead that effort: Dr. Holly Bamford, Chief Conservation Officer at the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (known as NFWF for short), and Marshall Johnson, Chief Conservation Officer for the National Audubon Society. Both have spent years working at the intersection of science, conservation, agriculture, and partnership-building, and both bring a realistic but hopeful perspective to the future of the Great Plains. In this conversation, we dig into the current state of the Great Plains and grasslands conservation more broadly– from grassland loss and declining bird populations to the creative partnerships helping ranchers, nonprofits, businesses, and government agencies work together toward solutions. We discuss the importance of voluntary conservation, the complicated economics facing ranching communities, the role of programs like the Farm Bill, and why grass-based agriculture and healthy wildlife habitat are far more interconnected than many people realize. Holly and Marshall also share stories from their own lives that explain how they each became so deeply connected to these landscapes– from prairie chicken blinds in Minnesota to the wide-open grasslands of the American West. More than anything, this conversation is about long-term thinking. What does it look like to create a 30-year vision for one of the most ecologically important and underappreciated landscapes in North America? What gives these conservation leaders hope? And what keeps them up at night? There's a lot of realism in this discussion, but there's also a surprising amount of optimism, practicality, and momentum. I learned a ton from this conversation, and I think you will too. Be sure to check out the episode notes for links to the organizations, initiatives, and resources we discuss throughout the episode. Thank you again to the amazing team at the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation for inviting me to moderate this discussion. --- National Fish and Wildlife Foundation National Audubon Society Dr. Holly Bamford Marshall Johnson Full episode notes and links: https://mountainandprairie.com/great-plains --- THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Mountain & Prairie is listener supported via Patreon, and brought to you with support from the Freeflow Institute, The Nature Conservancy in Colorado, and the Well Done Foundation for their generous sponsorship. --- TOPICS DISCUSSED: 0:00 - Introducing a live convo 3:25 - Looking behind instead of ahead 5:40 - Why grasslands 6:57 - The state of grasslands today 10:22 - The meadowlark 12:47 - Rancher relationships 22:41 - Money is the key 25:20 - Farm Bill feelings 29:15 - Prairie potholes 36:20 - Voluntary conservation easements 39:24 - Accounting for change 43:41 - Data collection 48:40 - The next 30 years --- ABOUT MOUNTAIN & PRAIRIE: Mountain & Prairie - All Episodes Mountain & Prairie Shop Mountain & Prairie on Instagram Upcoming Events About Ed Roberson Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts

5/12/26 (co-host Prof Amilcar Shabazz) Rep Pat Duffy: Holyoke educators win a contract, the future of the Farm Bill & the Protect Act. Hadley School Superintendent Anne McKenzie: the proposed overrides – the people will decide soon. National Bike Month, Baystate Bike Month & Northampton Bike Week w/ George Kohout, Pres, Friends of Northampton Trails & Rick Ranti, Coordinator, Bikes for All: with whom, how, where, when and why ride & this week's trips and events. Duke Goldman w/Andy (A.M) Gittlitz, author of “The Metropolitans: New York Baseball, Class Struggle, and the People's Team.”

5/12/26 (co-host Prof Amilcar Shabazz) Rep Pat Duffy: Holyoke educators win a contract, the future of the Farm Bill & the Protect Act. Hadley School Superintendent Anne McKenzie: the proposed overrides – the people will decide soon. National Bike Month, Baystate Bike Month & Northampton Bike Week w/ George Kohout, Pres, Friends of Northampton Trails & Rick Ranti, Coordinator, Bikes for All: with whom, how, where, when and why ride & this week's trips and events. Duke Goldman w/Andy (A.M) Gittlitz, author of “The Metropolitans: New York Baseball, Class Struggle, and the People's Team.”

5/12/26 (co-host Prof Amilcar Shabazz) Rep Pat Duffy: Holyoke educators win a contract, the future of the Farm Bill & the Protect Act. Hadley School Superintendent Anne McKenzie: the proposed overrides – the people will decide soon. National Bike Month, Baystate Bike Month & Northampton Bike Week w/ George Kohout, Pres, Friends of Northampton Trails & Rick Ranti, Coordinator, Bikes for All: with whom, how, where, when and why ride & this week's trips and events. Duke Goldman w/Andy (A.M) Gittlitz, author of “The Metropolitans: New York Baseball, Class Struggle, and the People's Team.”

5/12/26 (co-host Prof Amilcar Shabazz) Rep Pat Duffy: Holyoke educators win a contract, the future of the Farm Bill & the Protect Act. Hadley School Superintendent Anne McKenzie: the proposed overrides – the people will decide soon. National Bike Month, Baystate Bike Month & Northampton Bike Week w/ George Kohout, Pres, Friends of Northampton Trails & Rick Ranti, Coordinator, Bikes for All: with whom, how, where, when and why ride & this week's trips and events. Duke Goldman w/Andy (A.M) Gittlitz, author of “The Metropolitans: New York Baseball, Class Struggle, and the People's Team.”

The Joe Piscopo Show 5-11-26 47:19- Daniel Hoffman, Ret. CIA Senior Clandestine Services Officer and a Fox News Contributor Topic: Latest intel on Iran; Putin says he thinks the war in Ukraine is ending; "The CIA moms defending America deserve our gratitude this Mother's Day" (Fox News op ed) 55:38- Dr. Ken Karamichael, Associate Vice President for Professional Studies and Business Development at Georgian Court University Topic: Georgian Court University; What makes Ocean County great 1:05:06- Congressman Josh Gottheimer, Democrat representing New Jersey's 5th District Topic: Reduced NJ Transit train fairs for the World Cup; Antisemitism in New Jersey; Farm Bill 1:19:24- Gordon Chang, Asia expert, columnist and author of "China is Going to War" Topic: Upcoming Trump-Xi summit; North Korea updating constitution to include automatic nuclear strike if Kim Jong Un is assassinated 1:28:35- Mike Connors, Attorney at Law at Connors & Sullivan and host of "Ask the Lawyer," airing Saturdays at 6 p.m. and Sundays at 11 a.m. on AM 970 The Answer Topic: Estate Planning Gone Wrong 1:39:31- Col. Jack Jacobs, a retired colonel in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions during the Vietnam War Topic: Latest in Iran 1:52:31- Alan Dershowitz, Harvard Law Professor Emeritus, host of "The DerShow," and the author of "The Ten Big Anti-Israel Lies: And How to Refute Them with Truth" and the new book "The Preventative State" Topic: Ketanji Brown Jackson v. The Supreme Court 2:01:44- Dr. Darrin Porcher, Retired NYPD Lieutenant, Criminal Justice Professor at Pace University and a former Army Officer Topic: NYPD captain's transfer following Mamdani rant; Mass shooting in Paterson, NJ and how to stop gun violenceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The bill includes $187 billion in SNAP cuts, expands SNAP work requirements, and restricts eligibility for undocumented immigrants. It now goes to the Senate.

U.S. House passes a farm bill. Problems with rural mail delivery cause headaches for farmers and businesses. Cool weather is getting planting off to a slower start. What's going on with beef prices.

The California senator is pushing for stronger specialty crop support, rural investment, and Proposition 12 protections.

In this episode, we break down two major policy developments shaping public health, corporate accountability, and medical freedom in America. First, we examine the bipartisan House vote that removed a controversial pesticide liability shield from the Farm Bill — a move advocates are calling a “major win” for farmers, consumers, and families seeking accountability from chemical manufacturers. We explore what the provision would have done, why opposition grew across party lines, and what this means for future pesticide litigation and agricultural policy.Then, we turn to the Department of Health and Human Services' new strategy aimed at reducing overmedicalization through psychiatric medications. We discuss the growing national debate around prescription practices, concerns over long-term psychiatric drug use, and how federal health agencies say they plan to encourage more balanced, evidence-based mental health care moving forward.From environmental health to mental health reform, this episode unpacks the political, scientific, and ethical questions driving two of the week's most closely watched health policy stories.www.georgebatista.comwww.johnhenrysoto.com

Stay connected with us at americangroundradio.com, on Facebook, and Instagram. You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show for May 6, 2026. We open with a story that perfectly illustrates the logical endpoint of socialist thinking in American cities — a Chicago alderman is calling for criminal charges against Walgreens for closing a store in a high-crime neighborhood. The charge? First degree corporate abandonment. We walk through why this is economically illiterate, morally backwards, and philosophically revealing — because when you criminalize a business for leaving a neighborhood your own policies made unlivable, you have officially crossed from governance into something else entirely. We trace the same pattern from San Francisco to Seattle to Portland, explain why crime causes poverty and not the other way around, and ask the most basic question in economics — if you want businesses to stay, why are you making it impossible for them to survive? In our Top 3 Things You Need to Know, Vivek Ramaswamy won the Ohio Republican gubernatorial primary with 83% of the vote, carrying every single county in the state — after the mainstream media spent months calling him a clown who couldn't win. Then the FBI raided the offices, marijuana dispensaries, and home of Virginia state Senate President Pro Tem Louise Lucas — one of the key architects of Virginia's redistricting effort — with a SWAT team, arresting multiple people. No specific charges were announced, but between the marijuana businesses, the redistricting allegations, and what appears to be a home health company, there may be a lot of smoke and a lot of fire. And in Indiana, five of the seven state senators who defied President Trump on redistricting and voted with Democrats to block new maps were voted out of office in Republican primaries — bringing Trump's primary endorsement record to approximately 95%. Our American Mamas Teri Netterville and Kimberly Burleson tackle the question of how much you actually share with your closest friends — and whether oversharing is a nervous habit, a trust issue, or just the way some people are wired. We get into the viral Barstool video of two former best friends publicly airing each other's secrets in real time, why the person who spills becomes the pariah even when she was wronged, why Teri's advice to her children is to keep secrets between themselves and God, and why the vault of true friendship should never have a combination that changes with the weather. We get Speaker of the House Mike Johnson on the phone for an extended conversation covering some of the most significant legislative accomplishments of the current Congress. Johnson explains why getting all 12 appropriations bills passed in regular order — something that hadn't been done in years — is a bigger deal than most Americans realize, why the Christmas omnibus had become a bipartisan racket that nobody read and everybody funded, and how they're already starting the process again for next fiscal year. He also covers the Farm Bill, the border security and ICE funding reconciliation package that will fund those agencies for the next three years without a single Democratic vote, and the proposed rebranding of ICE to National Immigration Customs Enforcement — so the other side would have to say they want to defund NICE. We also dig into Ilhan Omar's connection to the $250 million Minnesota COVID-era childcare and meal fraud scheme — specifically that a Minnesota House committee gave her office until May 5th to turn over documents and communications related to the nonprofits whose emails her office appears in repeatedly. May 5th passed. She turned over nothing. We also get into the data center construction boom happening across America — and why AOC, Bernie Sanders, and the left are suddenly opposed to building the infrastructure America needs to beat China in the artificial intelligence race. We explain why losing the AI race to China isn't just an economic setback — it's a civilizational one. For our Bright Spot, Max Davis lost his brother Beck to suicide on May 10th, 2023. He started a nonprofit called the Beck Davis Survivors of Loss Foundation and is now running a full marathon — 327 laps around the Washington Monument — to raise money for families dealing with grief. He's calling it the Washington Monument-a-thon, and people who've never met are showing up to run with him. His message to people who are struggling: think about all the people who are really out there and really do care about you. And we close with the life of Ted Turner — who inherited his father's billboard company at 24, parlayed it into radio stations, traded those for a small Atlanta TV station, turned that into the first cable superstation, and then built CNN, the first 24-hour cable news network. Ted Turner passed away today at the age of 87. May your pursuit of happiness bring you joy. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, visit AmericanGroundRadio.com, and join the conversation at 866-AGR-1776!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal farm subsidies have kept growing from occasional disaster relief into a sprawling system of commodity supports, crop insurance, sugar protection, and bailouts. With the backdrop of the Farm Bill, Cato's Ryan Bourne, Chris Edwards, and Clark Packard discuss who really benefits, why reform never sticks, and how tariffs hurt farmers that Congress then subsidize. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Hen Report, Jasmin Singer and Mariann Sullivan are joined by Matthew Dominguez, U.S. Director for Compassion in World Farming, for an urgent deep-dive into the Save Our Bacon (SOB) Act — dangerous preemption language hidden inside the Farm Bill that could strip states of their right to pass and enforce farm animal protection laws, wiping out…

On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Kathleen Merrigan, Executive Director of the Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems at Arizona State University to talk about the recently passed House Farm Bill. They discuss what it means for rising food insecurity, MAHA's influence on the legislation, and what lies ahead as the Senate prepares to take up the Farm Bill in the coming weeks. Plus, Australia prepares for new anti-food waste laws to take effect, new research reveals the power of agricultural cooperatives, the COP31 Presidency pushes for clean energy, and more.  While you're listening, subscribe, rate, and review the show; it would mean the world to us to have your feedback. You can listen to "Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg" wherever you consume your podcasts.

HOLTWOOD, Pa. — This week on the Hemp Podcast we take a short road trip to southern Lancaster County to catch up with farmer Steve Groff. "What we're looking at here, Eric, is a metaphor for the hemp industry. We're looking broken promises and contracts that didn't come to be," Groff said, leaning against a stack of round bales of hemp at his farm in Holtwood. Twelve hundred round bales. Four bales wide. Three bales high. It extends into the field for about two tenths of a mile. It's covered in black tarps and you can see it from the road. You can probably see it from space too. Steve Groff's Great Wall of Hemp. This is his 2025 hemp crop, roughly 80 acres of fiber hemp, cut and baled last fall. His 2024 crop of 60 acres sits in silage bags, on the north side of the Great Wall like sleeping giants. "You know, you add it all up, it's a million, little over a million pounds," Groff said. And so the hemp sits. Waiting for the processing infrastructure to be built in Pennsylvania. Meanwhile, one of the silage bags was torn open by some birds, so Groff is using the hemp from that bag as mulch for his tomato operation. "I grow heirloom tomatoes in high tunnels, I have over 12,000 tomato plants, it's like, well, let's use up some of this hemp mulch here." Hemp makes a great mulch, but certainly there are better uses for a million pounds of Pennsylvania-grown fiber hemp than mulch. Denim. Houses. Paper. 8 years after the 2018 Farm Bill and we're still talking about building processing infrastructure, instead of manufacturing products. But Groff is an optimist with an eye on the future. "I still believe in the plant and hemp and what it can do. And it looks like for the fiber and grain guys, it looks we might have a decent Farm Bill coming along here." Learn More Steve Groff Pennsylvania Flax Project PA Department of Agriculture Agricultural Innovation Grant Rodale Institute — Mulching Guide News Nuggets Farm bill draft eases some rules, imposes others on hemp fiber and grain, squeezes CBD House Approves Farm Bill Without Controversial Pesticide Rules Republicans Raise Objections to Pennsylvania's Ag Innovation Fund Sponsors IND Hemp Americhanvre Forever Green A field visit with Lancaster County hemp farmer Steve Groff at Cedar Meadow Farm, where more than a million pounds of unsold hemp fiber, a four-acre seed treatment trial, and a four-inch precision planter under construction tell the story of an industry waiting on infrastructure that hasn't arrived. This episode of the Lancaster Farming Industrial Hemp Podcast features a field visit with Lancaster County hemp farmer and innovator Steve Groff at Cedar Meadow Farm in Holtwood, Pennsylvania. The conversation centers on more than a million pounds of unsold hemp fiber stacked along the farm lane — what Groff calls a metaphor for the broken promises and stalled contracts that have defined the U.S. industrial hemp industry in recent years. Across the road, blueprints for a 16,000-square-foot processing facility sit fully permitted, awaiting funding that hasn't materialized. The visit walks through a four-acre research plot where Groff is testing five biological seed treatments against a control, replicated four times, with 2,000 colored flags tracking individual hemp seedlings from emergence to harvest. The experiment targets a long-standing mystery in industrial hemp agronomy: the gap between expected and harvested plant populations, sometimes called phantom yield loss. The episode also covers Groff's heirloom tomato operation, where unsold hemp from the 2024 crop is being used as mulch on more than 12,000 plants under high tunnels. Additional topics include a four-inch precision hemp planter under construction with farmer-inventor Charlie Martin, designed to singulate seeds and produce uniform stands at a row spacing already standard in China and Europe but rare in the United States. The project came out of a Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture innovation grant. The episode also visits 30 acres of flax — Groff's first cash crop foray as part of the Pennsylvania Flax Project — and provides an update on the Green Decorticator, which has reached the CAD-drawing stage and is headed for commercial testing this summer, targeting plant-length long fiber for high-end textile markets. The episode opens with a cold open from the host's backyard garden in southeastern Pennsylvania, where a truckload of hemp mulch from Groff's farm sets up the show's central question: why is a million pounds of hemp fiber being spread on tomato beds instead of woven into denim, processed into cardboard, or manufactured into bioplastics? A news segment covers the U.S. House passage of the 2026 Farm Bill, which formally separates industrial hemp from cannabinoid hemp and tightens regulation on intoxicating products, with the Senate version still pending.

Join us today as we speak with Steven Riley of the American Bird Conservancy to talk about the omnibus Farm Bill. While the Farm Bill is extremely controversial and contains numerous amendments that could prove harmful to conservation efforts, the Bill does carry big benefits for birds. Join Catherine Greenleaf, a certified wildlife rehabilitator with 25 years of experience rescuing and rehabilitating injured wildlife, for twice-monthly discussions about restoring native habitat and helping the birds in your backyard. Send your questions about birds and native gardening to birdhuggerpodcast@gmail.com. (PG-13) St. Dymphna Press, LLC.

On this episode of The Tudor Dixon Podcast, Tudor sits down with top pollster Nick Weinstein of Cygnal to break down what Americans are really thinking about the biggest political and economic issues shaping the country ahead of the 2026 midterms. From rising grocery and gas prices to the war with Iran, the MAHA movement, immigration enforcement, and growing distrust in institutions, Tudor and Nick dive into the polling data behind today’s headlines. They also discuss the political fallout from the Farm Bill, the debate over pesticides and food safety, why voters are frustrated with both parties, the future of Trump’s coalition, and how Democrats are navigating issues like ICE, crime, and progressive economic policies. Plus, they examine why cities like Seattle are losing major corporations, what the workforce of the future could look like in the AI era, and whether Republicans are on track to lose the House in 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Day Break | They Rigged The System—Now Republicans Are Taking It Back --- 00:00 - Monologue 18:54 – Justin Goodman, Senior Vice President of the White Coat Waste Project. Goodman discusses recent efforts to reduce the use of cats and dogs in experimental testing. He explains recent wins tied to the Farm Bill and broader efforts to reform animal research practices. 27:45 – Peter Gillooly, CEO of The Wellness Company. Gillooly discusses ongoing conversations surrounding anti-parasitic drugs and their potential role in cancer treatment research. He also talks about leadership changes involving the Surgeon General nomination and broader healthcare policy discussions. Visit twc.health/GRUBER and use promo code GRUBER to save 10%. 37:46 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 56:51 – Ashley Davis, national security expert and author of Power Pivot. Davis discusses the rapid expansion of data centers, including a proposed 40,000-acre project in Utah. She breaks down the potential economic benefits, infrastructure concerns, and national security implications. 1:05:45 – Garrett Rice, CEO of Master Boat Builders and Vice Chair of the Shipbuilders Council of America. Rice discusses concerns surrounding a potential Jones Act waiver during the Iran crisis. He explains why some in the industry believe such a move could benefit China and weaken American shipbuilding. 1:15:51 - Monologue 1:24:50 – Ron Rademacher, travel writer and Michigan backroads expert. Rademacher highlights major events and activities happening across Michigan this week. He shares travel ideas and seasonal attractions listeners may want to check out. 1:35:01 – Tim Golding, Michigan State Director for Americans for Prosperity. Golding discusses the results of Michigan's State Senate District 35 special election and what they could mean politically moving forward. 1:43:52 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber discusses developments in California's Democratic primary race and broader political dynamics shaping the contest. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 13 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/iBGFsN7Xtbg

Major legislation, access wins, and looming bans collide as hunters fight for the future. Momentum is building in Washington as a long-awaited Farm Bill clears the House, bringing real implications for wildlife habitat, public access, and the future of hunting and fishing across the country. This report breaks down what the updated legislation means for sportsmen and women, from the Conservation Reserve Program to expanded opportunities through Voluntary Public Access - Habitat Incentive Program funding (VPA-HIP). If you care about private land access, habitat management, and the future of deer hunting, waterfowl hunting, and upland bird seasons, this is worth your time. At the same time, serious threats are taking shape at the state level. Oregon's IP 28 continues advancing, with potential to upend hunting, fishing, trapping, and even basic wildlife management practices. Virginia's legislative session raises concerns for gun owners, while Minnesota expands crossbow access during archery season, opening doors for aging hunters and those with injuries to stay in the field. There is also positive movement in South Carolina, where hunting and fishing access legislation is gaining ground, reinforcing the importance of protecting opportunity for the next generation of outdoorsmen. From turkey hunting season updates to conservation policy battles, this is a clear-eyed look at where things stand and what's at stake for the sporting community. Get the FREE Sportsmen's Voice e-publication in your inbox every Monday: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/newsletter   Follow The Sportsmen's Voice wherever you get your podcasts: https://podfollow.com/1705085498  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FARM BILL BATTLES, FERAL HOG CRISIS, AND THE FIGHT FOR AMERICA'S FARMS This hard-hitting episode of Rural Route with Trent Loos delivers a powerful look at the biggest challenges facing American agriculture today. Joined by Jay Truitt from Texas, Trent dives straight into the chaos surrounding the Farm Bill, exposing growing uncertainty in Congress and raising serious concerns about government expansion, policy shifts, and the future of rural America. The conversation pulls back the curtain on political maneuvering, highlighting how key provisions are being reshaped and what it means for farmers, ranchers, and producers across the country. The discussion doesn't stop there. Trent and Jay tackle the rising threat of feral hogs—an out-of-control crisis devastating farmland, spreading disease, and threatening food production. They question whether massive government spending will solve the problem or make it worse, while calling for stronger biosecurity and real, common-sense solutions. From global food aid debates to the economic reality of feeding the world, this episode challenges viewers to think critically about America's role on the global stage. The conversation also shines a spotlight on the dairy industry's rapid growth and the obstacles holding it back, including water concerns, local resistance, and questions about long-term sustainability. And it's not all policy—listeners also get a glimpse into the culture of rural life, from horse racing headlines to the fascinating world of mule competitions. But the message is clear: America's farmers are facing serious pressure, and the time for leadership, accountability, and action is now.

Hey Pickles!We hope this finds you well. Here's what's coming up in today's show!In this week's Y Files, we'll tell you about a recently discovered hamster sized mammal that lived along side dinosaurs & could be a link to the mammals of today!Here's the article: https://www.futurity.org/new-hamster-sized-mammal-species-cimolodon-desosai-3332902/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-hamster-sized-mammal-species-cimolodon-desosai-3332902In our Noteworthy segment, The Sportsman's Alliance is claiming a major win in the passing of the most recent language in the Farm Bill. We'll tell you why they're celebrating.Here's the article: https://sportsmensalliance.org/news/house-passes-2026-farm-bill-anti-hunting-language-removed-in-major-win/And, in Our Main Topic, Is the purchasing of dogs from Ridglan Farms really a win for the future of open rescue?Here's the article: https://www.wkow.com/news/top-stories/animal-rescue-groups-reach-agreement-to-acquire-1-500-beagles-from-ridglan-farms/article_e1f5e6fb-fbe8-471d-bc15-cc4147bd63ec.htmlWe also have a new Listener Shout Out & more!Thank you so much for listening.Much love, Sam & ChristineSend us a text! We love to hear from you!Support the showJoin Our Patreon    https://www.patreon.com/CompassionandcucumbersSign Up For Our Newsletterhttps://www.compassionandcucumbers.comOur YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@compassioncucumbersveganpod/videos72 Reasons To Be Vegan *paid link https://amzn.to/3W8ZwsUVisit Our Website   https://www.compassionandcucumbers.comSam's Etsy   https://www.etsy.com/shop/CucumberCraftworks

American family farms are being systematically destroyed by the very government bills claiming to protect them. I'm joined by fourth-generation farmer and Farm Action Fund President Joe Maxwell to expose the massive corporate monopolies, land-grabs, and venture socialism hidden inside the $1.5 trillion farm bill. We dive deep into how taxpayer money is weaponized to drive up agricultural land prices, incentivize feed and fuel crops over actual food, and allow foreign conglomerates and hedge funds to dominate the meatpacking industry. If you want to know why beef prices are at record highs while cattle ranchers go bankrupt, the answer is in the cronyism of our agricultural policies. It is time to break up the monopolies, end crony subsidies and regulatory capture, pass the PRIME Act, and restore American food security. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American farmers are being squeezed. Tariffs are raising the cost of equipment and services. And now the war in Iran is driving up the cost of fertilizer and fuel.And the Farm bill — the sweeping, traditionally bipartisan legislation that shapes everything from crop insurance to food aid – hasn't been reauthorized since 2018.Next week, the House will try again.What's in the bill and why the coalition that supported it for years seems to be falling apart.Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links —Apple PodcastsSpotifyTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.Farm bill votes are underway—amendments Wednesday night, final vote expected Thursday. The E15 fuel controversy nearly derailed it, but that plan's been dropped. Bipartisan support is building despite House Democrat leadership opposition, as farmers facing rising costs and bankruptcies need relief now.Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith is pushing to cut fertilizer costs with the Lowering Input Costs for American Farmers Act, targeting tariffs on phosphate imports from Morocco — which controls over 70% of global phosphate reserves. The American Farm Bureau and American Soybean Association are on board.Oil surged nearly 7% Wednesday to $106.88/barrel as Strait of Hormuz disruptions look increasingly long-term. Trump says the blockade holds until Iran agrees to a nuclear deal — and Tehran isn't blinking. Markets are starting to price in a real supply shock, not just geopolitical noise.Wheat futures pulled back slightly after hitting a near two-year high, settling at $6.53/bu on the July26 contract. Drought concerns across the Plains remain, and the forecasted rain is expected to miss the driest areas. Corn and soybeans both closed higher.Bunge raised its 2026 profit outlook after a strong Q1 beat—higher soybean oil prices, solid crush margins, and rising biofuel demand driven by new EPA mandates are all tailwinds. Trade tensions and supply chain risk remain the key unknowns.US ethanol production dipped to 1.01M bpd last week, down 3% week-over-week. Stocks fell to 25.88M barrels. Despite the drop, Corn Belt ethanol margins remain solidly positive at 15–40 cents.

Every five years or so, Congress considers and passes a new version of the farm bill. It is a massive law covering not just agriculture, but also food assistance programs. And it comes at a particularly tough time for farmers, who are being pinched by drought, tariffs, and rising fuel and fertilizer costs. Then, what's the UAE's departure from OPEC mean for oil prices? And later, from "Marketplace Tech," we hear how Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act opens the "backdoor" for warrantless searches.

Every five years or so, Congress considers and passes a new version of the farm bill. It is a massive law covering not just agriculture, but also food assistance programs. And it comes at a particularly tough time for farmers, who are being pinched by drought, tariffs, and rising fuel and fertilizer costs. Then, what's the UAE's departure from OPEC mean for oil prices? And later, from "Marketplace Tech," we hear how Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act opens the "backdoor" for warrantless searches.

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Congress is debating the latest “Farm Bill”, or as I like to call it, the “One Big Beautiful Scam”. I'll also accept “Pork-a-palusa”. That's because the bill, anticipated to cost over $1 trillion over the next decade, is stuffed full of government funding for illegal programs that steal money from the American people to help politicians infringe on our rights...

Ducks Unlimited's work in the Southern United States is complex, diverse, and more critical than ever.In this episode, host Dr. Mike Brasher continues the regional conservation series with Jerry Holden, Senior Director of Operations for Ducks Unlimited's Southern Region. Jerry oversees DU's conservation delivery across the southern portions of the Mississippi, Central, and Atlantic Flyways, managing one of the organization's largest and most diverse conservation portfolios.The conversation spans from duck hunting conditions and flyway dynamics to large‑scale engineering, coastal resilience, private‑lands conservation, and some of the most significant land protection efforts in DU's history.In this episode, listeners will hear about:The 2025–26 waterfowl season across the Southern Region and why outcomes varied so widely“Spatial discontinuity” and how migratory birds create winners and losers each seasonThe scope and purpose of DU's Southern Region field offices across the Gulf Coast and MAVWhy engineering is central to DU's coastal resilience work in Texas, Louisiana, and the Atlantic CoastHow Ducks Unlimited partners with NRC​S to implement Farm Bill conservation programsClearing up misconceptions about DU's work on private landThe growing role of conservation easements and permanent land protectionA historic donated conservation easement in coastal South CarolinaDU's leadership role in restoring Arkansas's greentree reservoir systemsBalancing public expectations with long‑term forest and wetland sustainabilityWhy DU continues expanding the public land base across the Southern landscapeThis episode offers an inside look at how DU delivers conservation at scale—often in places where water, land use, and wildlife interests intersect most intensely—and why that work matters now more than ever.SPONSORS:Purina Pro Plan: The official performance dog food of Ducks UnlimitedWhether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation.Bird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails:Whether you're winding down with your best friend, or celebrating with your favorite crew, Bird Dog brings award-winning flavor to every moment. Enjoy responsibly.