Podcasts about farm production

USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce visited with midwestern state farmers to discuss USDA programs with farmers and ranchers Meanwhile, drought conditions in Eastern Washington have led to significant wildfires, prompting Governor Bob Ferguson to declare a federal state of emergency. The fires have burned over 300,000 acres.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is investing $35 million to help combat one of agriculture's most destructive invasive species. During today's episode of the AgNet News Hour, USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce discussed the department's newly announced Feral Swine Eradication Program, which will provide grant funding to help landowners and partners reduce wild hog populations that threaten farms, ranches and natural resources. Fordyce said feral swine are among the most damaging invasive species affecting U.S. agriculture. The animals destroy cropland, pasture, irrigation infrastructure and wildlife habitat while also posing a serious disease risk to livestock. "When we think about invasive species, they come in all different shapes and sizes," Fordyce said. "Honestly, the feral swine probably could be the most invasive and probably cause the most damage." The program, administered jointly by USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), will distribute $35 million in grant funding through qualified partners. Those organizations will work directly with landowners on education, trapping and other management practices designed to reduce feral swine populations. Fordyce emphasized that the program is designed to address both the economic and biological impacts of wild hogs. "They really don't care what landscape they're destroying," he said, noting that feral swine damage forests, cropland, grazing land and sensitive natural areas while also carrying diseases that could spread to domestic swine and other livestock. The discussion also highlighted California's growing feral swine problem. While states such as Texas, Arkansas and Missouri have some of the nation's largest populations, hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill noted that wild hogs have been reported across much of California and can cause extensive damage to farmland, orchards and rangeland. For producers experiencing feral swine damage, Fordyce encouraged them to begin by contacting their local NRCS office. "This is a pilot program," he said. "Contact NRCS if you have these critters around and you want to see about how to get rid of them." Applications from eligible partner organizations are due September 21, with NRCS and APHIS working together to evaluate proposals and distribute funding. Fordyce said the goal is to support organizations that already have the expertise to help landowners effectively trap and remove feral swine populations. As wild hog populations continue expanding across the country, Fordyce said the new initiative reflects USDA's commitment to protecting agricultural production while reducing the environmental and economic damage caused by one of the nation's most destructive invasive pests. Listen to the full interview below or on your favorite podcast app.

Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Under Secretary Richard Fordyce explains improved provisions for USDA's Livestock Indemnity Program as part of the Working Families Tax Cut Act. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce explains the Strengthening Processing for U.S. Ranchers (SPUR) program. Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's show, Mark has a clip from the latest episode of Pods of Potential, Riley has the weekly export sales with Greg McBride of Allendale, and Dustin goes over the new USDA SPUR Program with USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce.

Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce discusses aspects of a new Farm Service Agency pilot program focused on modernizing acreage reporting. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode of the AgNet News Hour, two major issues shaping agriculture's future took center stage: efforts to modernize the nation's farm labor system and new USDA initiatives designed to strengthen American agriculture. American Farm Bureau Federation Vice President of Public Policy and Economic Analysis John Newton discussed bipartisan legislation aimed at reforming the H-2A guest worker program, while USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce outlined several federal initiatives supporting farmers and ranchers. Newton said agriculture has gone more than four decades without meaningful updates to its labor system, making the recently introduced Securing Agricultural Workforce Act one of the most significant labor proposals in years. The bipartisan legislation would provide greater certainty for growers by creating a more predictable H-2A wage formula while expanding visa eligibility for year-round agricultural sectors such as dairy. He pointed to recent Farm Bureau data showing that agriculture's labor shortage remains severe. During fiscal year 2025, growers submitted more than 415,000 H-2A applications, while only 182 domestic workers applied for those positions. "That shows these are jobs Americans simply are not filling," Newton explained, adding that reliable access to legal agricultural labor remains essential for maintaining the nation's food supply. Newton also urged lawmakers to continue work on a new Farm Bill, year-round E15 legislation, disaster assistance, and economic support for farmers facing elevated production costs. He encouraged growers to stay engaged with members of Congress while legislators are home during the July recess. The program's second featured interview focused on USDA priorities with Richard Fordyce, Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation. Fordyce discussed USDA's newly announced SPUR initiative, designed to strengthen small and medium-sized beef processors that play an important role in local and regional food systems. He said supporting independent processors now will help ensure sufficient processing capacity as the nation's cattle herd begins rebuilding from historically low levels. Fordyce also provided an update on USDA's response to the New World screwworm, saying the department is expanding sterile fly production while working closely with Mexican officials to prevent the pest from spreading farther north. He expressed confidence that increased surveillance and coordinated international efforts will successfully push the pest back toward southern Mexico. Another topic of discussion was implementation of provisions contained in the recently passed federal reconciliation package. Fordyce said USDA is moving quickly to implement improvements affecting crop insurance, disaster assistance, conservation programs, and the agricultural safety net. "I think the provisions in this legislation are historic for agriculture," Fordyce said, noting the package expands producers' ability to purchase stronger crop insurance coverage while improving several long-standing farm programs. Fordyce also emphasized USDA's continued commitment to California agriculture, recognizing the state's unmatched diversity of crops and encouraging growers to remain engaged with USDA programs and resources available through Farmers.gov and local USDA service centers. Together, the interviews highlighted two of agriculture's most pressing priorities: ensuring farmers have access to a dependable workforce while strengthening the federal programs that help producers manage risk, invest in their operations, and remain competitive in an increasingly challenging farm economy. Listen to the full interview below or on your favorite podcast app.

Rich Nelson, Allendale Inc., joins the program to follow a few different stories in the markets heading into the holiday weekend.USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce talks about the mission of his organization's farmer-facing agencies.WEEK Meteorologist Balint Szalavari takes a look at the forecast.

This week on the NextGen Podcast, Brownfield's Erin Anderson and Kellan Heavican sit down with USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing young and beginning farmers.Fordyce shares insights on:Access to land and capitalUSDA loan and conservation programsRisk management tools for beginning farmersTechnical assistance and financial literacy resourcesThe importance of patience, passion and persistence in agricultureSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Updated information on two USDA assistance programs. Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation starts first with the Farm Bridge Assistance Program.

Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce explains the login.gov process used in applications for the Farmer Bridge Assistance program and its potential in future program sign-ups. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The AgNet News Hour featured a detailed conversation with USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce, who outlined key federal efforts aimed at supporting farmers, improving financial stability, and expanding opportunities for agriculture across California and the nation. Fordyce, a fourth-generation farmer from Missouri, emphasized that the USDA remains focused on one core mission, supporting farmers through increasingly complex and challenging conditions. “Farmers today are mechanics, agronomists, chemists… they're a whole bunch of things wrapped into one,” Fordyce said, highlighting the technical demands of modern agriculture. A major focus of the discussion was the impact of what Fordyce referred to as the “one big, beautiful bill,” which includes several provisions designed to strengthen agriculture's financial outlook. Among the most significant is a major adjustment to estate taxes, raising the exemption to $15 million per individual, something Fordyce said will help keep family farms intact across generations. “There is a $15 million per individual estate tax exemption to eliminate the death tax,” he explained. The legislation also expands Section 179 tax provisions, allowing farmers to expense equipment, buildings, and improvements in the year of purchase rather than depreciating them over time. According to Fordyce, this change offers growers greater flexibility in managing their finances and reinvesting in operations. In addition, updates to safety net programs like ARC and PLC include increased reference prices and expanded base acres, both critical factors in determining federal support payments. These updates aim to better reflect today's economic conditions and provide a stronger financial cushion for producers. Fordyce also outlined the role of USDA agencies within the Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC) mission area, including the Farm Service Agency (FSA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), and Risk Management Agency (RMA). These programs provide everything from disaster assistance and conservation funding to crop insurance and technical support. “The best resource is your local FSA or NRCS office,” Fordyce said, encouraging farmers to connect with local experts who can help navigate available programs. For California growers, Fordyce acknowledged unique challenges, particularly around water, regulation, and labor, but stressed that federal programs are well-positioned to support the state's highly diverse agricultural sector. “California is the most diverse agriculture state in the union,” he said. Looking ahead, Fordyce noted that while input costs remain a concern and weather continues to be unpredictable, efforts to expand trade opportunities and build demand, both domestically and internationally, could help strengthen market conditions in 2026. At the same time, he pointed to strong margins in sectors like cattle, even as herd sizes remain constrained due to drought and market dynamics. Ultimately, Fordyce reinforced that the USDA is committed to standing behind farmers and ensuring they have the tools and resources needed to succeed. “Farming can be great again, without a doubt,” he said. Listen to the full interview below or on your favorite podcast app.

Today on the Digging in Podcast. During the 2026 MOFB D.C. Legislative Fly-in, President Garrett Hawkins hosted a fireside chat with Richard Fordyce, USDA Undersecretary for Farm production and Conservation, and Brooke Appleton, the USDA Deputy Undersecretary for Farm Production and Constervation. Note: The trio accepted questions from the audience but the audio was poor, so most questions have been edited out, but the conversation continued Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to have Digging In sent directly to your smart device each time it's released! Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs Guest: Richard Fordyce, USDA Undersecretary for Farm production and Conservation Producer: Jacob King, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

This week's Open Mic guest is Richard Fordyce, USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation. Fordyce says USDA staff is working to implement farm program updates provided under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, disburse funds under the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program as well as disaster assistance to farmers who have suffered loss to natural disasters and wildfires. He discusses USDA reorganization efforts and how the agency is trying to streamline applications and reporting.

USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce joins us to discuss ARC/PLC eligibility, pay caps, and base acres. This week's Farmer Forum features Ben Riensche of Iowa and Kevin Paap of Minnesota. Topics include reaction to Undersecretary Fordyce's conversation with Chip, challenges and strategy for the planting season plus farm safety, Ben's experience in Washington, D.C. last week, E15 and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Regenerative Agriculture is a conservation management approach that emphasizes natural resources through improved soil health, water management, and natural vitality for the productivity and prosperity of American agriculture and communities. In December 2025, USDA launched the NRCS Regenerative Pilot Program, a farmer first, outcomes-based approach to conservation designed to return the agency to its core mission – helping people help the land. During the Feb. 2026 Commodity Classic Convention, U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief Aubrey Bettencourt joined U.S. Ag Secretary Secretary Brooke Rollins and Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce in talking about some of the agency's newer initiatives. In this episode, hear Bettencourt share some details of the new Regenerative Pilot Program. NRCS is investing $700 million to specifically support regenerative agriculture, including: $400 million through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP); and $300 million through the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP)

Richard Fordyce, the Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation, about the newly released Farm Bridge Assistance Program.

USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce joins us to discuss safety net provisions in Farm Bill, potential additional assistance in the near future – including for specialty crops, changes to reference prices, bridge assistance program and more. Allendale, Inc. released results from their 2026 Acreage Survey and chief economist Rich Nelson takes us through the details. Todd Horwitz of bubbatrading.com talks about today's markets, economy, and the Federal Reserve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Farm4Profit, we sit down with Richard Fordyce, Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation, for a timely conversation about federal policy and what it means for American producers.

Uncertainty in fertilizer markets may influence planting decisions as producers begin the spring season.

Pat Swanson, RMA Administrator Aubrey Bettencourt, NRCS Chief Bill Beam, FSA Richard Fordyce, Under Secretary, Farm Production and Conservation

Kevin Semlow, Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities, follows several topics in Springfield, including the Family Farm Preservation Act.USDA Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visits the 2026 Commodity Classic and discusses the planned "One Farmer, One File" program.Richard Fordyce, Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation at USDA, talks about early efforts by the Trump Administration to modernize USDA service centers.Meteorologist Paul Otto has a look at the forecast.

USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce reports farmer participation in the Bridge Assistance Program is off to an excellent start. American Soybean Association CEO Steve Censky hopes for strong RVO numbers from the EPA and additional financial assistance for producers from Congress. 

Michael Klein reports from a packed USA Rice Farm Policy Fly-In in D.C., where growers discussed rising input costs, trade pressures, emergency assistance, world rice stocks, planting intentions, and more. USA Rice members Paul T. Combs and Fred Zaunbrecher talked planting strategy and rice's reception on Capitol Hill. USDA senior leaders shared their thoughts on the ag economy, and then recently retired USDA ag economist Nathan Childs was honored and sat down to share his uncensored thoughts on applied economics, agriculture, the PIK years, market instability and how to counteract it, and learning from history. With special guests: Nathan Childs, USDA-ERS (Retired) Paul T. Combs, Sunrise Land Company Fred Zaunbrecher, Chair, USA Rice Farmers Board of Directors Richard Fordyce, Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation, USDA Stephen Vaden, Deputy Secretary of Agriculture, USDA Hosted by: Michael Klein

Richard Fordyce, USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation, said things are looking good to get that help in the hands of producers this month. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce joins us today to discuss a wealth of topics, including farm provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill, the Farm Bill, HHS dietary guidelines, regenerative agriculture, status of the bridge payment, and status of $1 bil for specialty crops. Our Farmer Forum this week features Tim Burrack of Iowa and Quentin Bowen of Nebraska.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USDA recently announced $12 billion is available for a Farmer Bridge Assistance Program, and the first deadline for getting signed up for the financial assistance is this week. Richard Fordyce, USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation, said the first thing farmers need to do is submit an acreage report. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. dairy industry is experiencing lower-than-usual commodity cheese prices, but Kim Heiman of Nasonville Dairy in Marshfield is betting on long-term growth driven by consumer demand for protein and significant industry investment. Higher-than-average temperatures mid-week may bring some precipitation, only to freeze later, says ag meteorologist Stu Muck. Grace Atherton with the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association emphasizes that pasteurization effectively inactivates the bird flu virus, ensuring that commercially sold milk and cheese remain safe for consumption. Dairy processors are prioritizing food and employee safety with strict procedures. The Farmer Bridge Assistance Program has a deadline this week. Richard Fordyce, USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation, says the first thing farmers need to do is submit an acreage report by Dec. 19. Market advisor John Heinberg discussed the minimal market reaction to Wisconsin's first dairy cattle bird flu case, while noting that grain markets are entering a seasonal window that typically offers price support and rally opportunities for corn and soybean farmers. He emphasized that current rallies should be used to protect against downward pressure ahead of the South American crop forecast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce provides some of the information producers should know about the recently announced Farmer Bridge Assistance program. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Missouri soybean farmer Richard Fordyce has recently joined the USDA and is the new Under Secretary of Farm Production and Conservation. Listen to this Spotlight on Soybeans to learn more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: The prices for farm fertilizer remain sky-high, but will that change for 2026? C.J. Miller chats with Josh Linville, Vice President of StoneX, about the pricing and availability of fertilizers for next year. Eric Pfeiffer also talks with USDA Under Secretary Richard Fordyce, who oversees Farm Production and Conservation. They discuss the reason behind the shift in USDA's policy to push voluntary conservation, as opposed to the Biden administration's policy of mandating conservation practices for many farmers. A winter storm is on its way to the Hoosier State this weekend. Chief Meteorologist has more in your Indiana Farm Forecast. Plus, Mike Castle with StoneX reviews the grain markets from the abbreviated holiday trade we saw on Friday. All that and more are part of the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast!

On the latest episode of the Indiana Ag Policy Podcast: Eric Pfeiffer chats with USDA Under Secretary of Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce. They discuss how the USDA Farm Service Agency was impacted by the federal government shutdown. They also talk about disaster relief available to farmers, as well as benefits that producers are seeing from The One Big Beautiful Bill. The Indiana Ag Policy Podcast is presented by the Indiana Corn Growers Association and the Indiana Soybean Alliance. Support for the podcast is also provided by Indiana Farm Bureau.

It’s time to apply for the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program through the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This gives financial assistance to eligible producers for revenue, quality, or production losses to crops, trees, bushes, or vines from 2023 and 2024 disaster events. It has two stages. Applications for Stage 2 are open now. We’re talking about it today with Richard Fordyce, the Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation. Before he goes into the details, he tells us about the whirlwind start to his job at USDA – after he was confirmed for the position, the government shut down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Visiting with USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce at last week's NAFB Convention in Kansas City. Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic hosts Thanksgiving event.  Molly Hart at AAA discusses Thanksgiving holiday travel numbers.Commstock Investments Joe Camp previews a new market week.  

On the latest edition of the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast: We're on the road in Kansas City for the National Association of Farm Broadcasting (NAFB) Convention. Eric Pfeiffer chats with USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce about the recent reopening of the federal government and what that means for Farm Service Agency (FSA) offices and America's farmers. Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast. Plus, Brian Basting with Advance Trading reviews Friday's grain markets. All that and more on Hoosier Ag This Week!

As people kick off the summer by firing up the grill for your next cookout, the USDA shares some safety tips, and farm sector production expenses are forecast to decrease by $13.4 billion, or 2.9%, this year.

Deputy Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Brooke Appleton explains online tools and calculations that will be available to producers sign-up for the upcoming Emergency Commodity Assistance Program.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.

On today's show, we discuss the impact of Hurricane Helene on agriculture. We hear from both the Tennessee state agriculture commissioner and USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation, Robert Bonnie. The USDA is responding to the devastation by streamlining processes to help farmers recover. Bonnie highlights the importance of crop insurance and conservation programs, including simplified loss documentation and flexible indemnity payment procedures. The USDA is also reducing requirements for programs like the Emergency Conservation Program and Emergency Forestry Restoration Program, aiming to ease debris removal and assist producers with orchards and groves.

Welcome to today's episode! If your passion lies at the crossroads of food, human health, and soil health, you're in for a great listen. Our guests are Jimmy Emmons, Senior Vice President of Climate-Smart Programs at Trust in Food, and Erin Martin, President of the Tulsa Urban Ag Coalition, Director of FreshRx Oklahoma, and co-lead of Oklahoma's Food is Medicine Policy Coalition. They're not just talking about change—they're leading it. From regenerating soils to cultivating nutritious food and promoting human health, these two are at the forefront of a movement that's turning vision into reality. So, get ready to be inspired as we dive into a conversation that's reshaping our food and soil systems. Erin Martin's journey serving others commenced at the age of fifteen when she began assisting older adults. Now, holding a master's degree in Gerontology from the University of Southern California, renowned as the premier institution in this field globally, Erin boasts extensive experience across all facets of long-term care. In 2021, she initiated FreshRx Oklahoma, a pioneering produce prescription program, in collaboration with primary care clinics, sourcing from local, regenerative farmers. Nationally and internationally, Erin provides consultancy on leveraging food as medicine, aiding communities in the establishment and expansion of their own programs, emphasizing the vital connection between soil and human health. Certified in Regenerative Soil Advocacy, she ardently advocates for soil health's impact on human well-being. Jimmy Emmons leads Trust In Food's Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities Connected Ag Project, America's Conservation Ag Movement and Trust In Beef, coalition-driven conservation programs developed to accelerate the adoption of conservation agriculture at scale. Jimmy and his wife, Ginger, own and operate Emmons Farm in Leedey, Okla., where they farm 2,000 acres and have 5,000 acres of rangeland where they run 300 head of cows and calves in an integrated row-crop and livestock operation that optimizes water resources, reduces erosion and improves organic material in the soils. He is a public speaker, educator, mentor and advocate for conservation management practices to improve producers' resiliency to weather, operational efficiency and profitability. Emmons most recently served as coordinator for mentoring for the Oklahoma Conservation Commission. Prior to that, he was regional coordinator for USDA's Farm Production and Conservation, where he supported operational and business functions across the Farm Service Agency (FSA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and Risk Management Agency (RMA). He has also served as president of the Oklahoma Association of Conservation Districts and led fundraising for the National Young Farmers Education Association. Follow Jimmy and Erin's work here: https://www.trustinfood.com/tif-staff/jimmy-emmons/ www.freshrxok.org https://www.tiktok.com/@foodasmedicine?lang=en https://erinwmartin.com/ https://americasconservationagmovement.com/ Previous AgEmerge Podcast Recordings: Jimmy Emmons https://soundcloud.com/agemerge/122-agemerge-podcast-with-jimmy-emmons-sr-vp-for-trust-in-foods-climate-smart-commodities-connected-ag-project https://youtu.be/1w3ausiWfF0 Erin Martin https://soundcloud.com/agemerge/086-agemerge-podcast-erin-martin-conscious-aging-solutions-founder https://youtu.be/fAIr5GyUSgU AgEmerge Soil Health Human Health Connection https://soundcloud.com/agemerge/124-agemerge-podcast-soil-health-human-health-connection https://youtu.be/jthNraGP1SY Linkedin Erin: https://www.linkedin.com/services/page/768451314855699587/ Jimmy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmy-emmons-921b7673/ Stay connected: Send your questions or suggestions to kim@asn.farm we'd love to hear from you.

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Thanks for joining us, today we welcome Jimmy Emmons, Jimmy is the SR Vice President of Trust In Food and leads their Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities Connected Ag Project, America's Conservation Ag Movement and Trust In Beef, coalition-driven conservation programs developed to accelerate the adoption of conservation agriculture at scale. Monte and Jimmy discuss what the successful implementation of these practices looks like and how leaving a legacy is so much more than leaving a piece of property. They've got a lot to cover so let's jump right in. Jimmy Emmons leads Trust In Food's Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities Connected Ag Project, America's Conservation Ag Movement and Trust In Beef, coalition-driven conservation programs developed to accelerate the adoption of conservation agriculture at scale. Jimmy and his wife, Ginger, own and operate Emmons Farm in Leedey, Okla., where they farm 2,000 acres and have 5,000 acres of rangeland where they run 300 head of cows and calves in an integrated row-crop and livestock operation that optimizes water resources, reduces erosion and improves organic material in the soils. He is a public speaker, educator, mentor and advocate for conservation management practices to improve producers' resiliency to weather, operational efficiency and profitability. Emmons most recently served as coordinator for mentoring for the Oklahoma Conservation Commission. Prior to that, he was regional coordinator for USDA's Farm Production and Conservation, where he supported operational and business functions across the Farm Service Agency (FSA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and Risk Management Agency (RMA). He has also served as president of the Oklahoma Association of Conservation Districts and led fundraising for the National Young Farmers Education Association. https://www.trustinfood.com/ Got questions you want answered? Send them our way and we'll do our best to research and find answers. Know someone you think would be great on the AgEmerge stage or podcast? Send your questions or suggestions to kim@asn.farm we'd love to hear from you.

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7 am, 7 days a week... With over 14 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and the Sunday 7 has just won a Gold Award as “Best Conversation Starter” in the International Signal Podcast Awards If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...Today's episode includes the following guests:Guests Brian Schwalb, attorney general for Washington DCJonathan Skerrett - Attorney General for Tennessee Frances Haugen - Facebook Whistleblower Professor Jim Skea - Chairman of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, and Professor of Sustainable Energy at Imperial College LondonWill Guyatt - Smart 7 Tech Guru Dr Mary McCormack - Senior Clinical Oncologist in gynaecological cancer at University College London HospitalRebecca Pearce - Chief People Officer, Autodesk Bidong Zhang - UCLA Planetary ScientistAdam McCurdy - Director of Farm Production at Coastal Roots Farm in California Inakesh Amor - Lead Farmer at McGrath Family Farms in Camarillo, California Contact us over at X or visit www.thesmart7.comPresented by Ciara Revins, written by Liam Thompson and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Minnesota farm production expenditures totaled $21.4 billion in 2022, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Farm Production Expenditures 2022 Summary report.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, Robert Bonnie, U.S. Department of Agriculture Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation, discusses the farm bill, climate-smart farming practices and ag innovation. We also talk with Cary Sifferath, Vice President of the U.S. Grains Council, talks about some of the key issues his organization is monitoring on behalf of the grains industry. In this week's installment of The Dirt with Nutrien, Senior Agronomist Mike Howell talks with Dr. Darrin Dodds, head of the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences at Mississippi State University, about the importance of statistics in agriculture. In our Beltway Beef Segment, National Cattlemen's Beef Association's Hunter Ihrman takes a fascinating look at the Special rangers of the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, and in our “Meat Monitor” segment, we learn about how exports have been a bright spot in the U.S. red meat industry in the first half of 2023. Jesse Allen and Stone X's Arlan Suderman discuss the week in the markets in this week's Market Talk report, and Ray Bohacz is discussing atomization in “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of West Texas singer/songwriter Zack McGinn. Timestamps Fastline Marketing Group advertisement: 0:00 Intro and news: 0:30 Goatlifeclothing.com advertisement: 5:58 Robert Bonnie, USDA: 6:17 Cary Sifferath, U.S. Grains Council: 23:39 Mike Howell, Nutrien: 30:03 Hunter Ihrman, Beltway Beef/NCBA: 36:51 Dan Halstrom, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 46:53 Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 49:20 Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 56:25 Zack McGinn: 57:57

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Growing strawberries in a vertical farm is hard. How do you pollinate? Can you automate your facility with robotics? Can I start my strawberries from seed? Can I use my own cuttings? Alexandre Van Deun, Founder of Urban Harvest and I discuss these questions and many more in this strawberry themed episode of CropTalk #KyleTalksAgtech

Part 3 of our Climate Change series looks at climate policy. In this episode we're joined by Steve Dyokas, Senior Advisor in the State Department's Office of Global Change, to talk about the global AIM for Climate initiative. We talk about climate-smart commodities with Robert Bonnie, USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation. And Arkansas rice farmer Mark Isbell offers a grower perspective on what he thinks makes good climate ag policy. With special guests: Steven Dyokas, Senior Advisor, U.S. Department of State, Office of Global Change, Robert Bonnie, Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Mark Isbell, Arkansas rice farmer Hosted by: Michael Klein and Lesley Dixon