Tractors And Troubadours

On this episode, Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza was the topic of a special gathering of ag and federal regulatory officials in North Carolina. We'll detail their concerns. Also, cattlemen are keeping a close eye on Washington, D.C. as Congress returns to town and as the November elections approach. We'll hear form a representative of the Idaho Cattle Association, then we'll get some perspective from the American Farm Bureau Federation. We'll introduce you to a new soil fertility specialist at the University of Illinois, and a key University of Missouri report is out an it will help frame the discussion on global agricultural stocks. Also keeping a close eye on those stocks is Rabobank's Stephen Nicholson. We'll get his take on what the markets could look like once all that grain is harvested. Dairy prices have experienced some late-summer fireworks and we'll tell you why, and what it could mean for dairy farmers. In our "Meat Monitor" segment, we learn about the U.S. Meat Export Federation and red meat producers' effort to take importers from Mexico, Central America and South America to school at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and in "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz says proper preventative maintenance on your generator could help you avoid problems in crucial situations. The episode also features the music of Whey Jennings.  Timestamps Intro and news: 0:00 Steve Troxler (North Carolina Ag Commissioner), Robert Califf (FDA): 6:47 Cameron Murony, Idaho Cattle Association: 9:46 Ryan Yates, American Farm Bureau Federation: 11:12 John Jones, University of Illinois: 12:47 Dr. Pat Westoff, University of Missouri: 14:20 Stephen Nicholson, Rabobank: 15:56 Ryan Yonkman, Ever.Ag: 18:57 Dave Bruntz, Valery Ways, Manuel Jarpa, USMEF: 21:34 Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 22:54 Whey Jennings: 24:32

On this episode, the Farm Progress Show was held this week in Boone, Iowa, and we hear from show manager Don Tourte about what this year's show offered. Also, the U.S.'s ag trade deficit continues to grow and we'll delve into the "why." And, the USDA's Climate Smart Commodities Program continues to grow, and this week U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack was in Wisconsin this week to tout some of the latest developments. Cover crops are an important part of that program and this week we find out how they play a role in keeping moisture in the soil. Also, we revisit the Pro Farmer Crop Tour with a look at Eastern Leg results. And, DEKALB is back as a key partner in one of the most iconic baseball movie settings in Cinematic history: the "Field of Dreams" diamond in Dyersville, Iowa. We also take you to San Francisco, where United Soybean Board leaders met recently to share their story with global buyers to educate them on U.S. soybean farming. In our "Meat Monitor" segment, we learn more about efforts to build trade relations between the U.S. and Colombia, and in "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz discusses the importance of flushing sprayers after use. The episode also features the music of hit singer/songwriter Randy C. Moore, whose latest single is a tribute to the originator of the Parrot Head lifestyle, Jimmy Buffett. Timestamps Intro and news: 0:00 Don Tourte, Farm Progress Show: 6:31 Betty Resnick, American Farm Bureau Federation: 8:02 Tom Vilsack, U.S. Department of Agriculture: 10:00 Jimmy Emmons, Dewey County Conservation District, Oklahoma: 10:51 Brian Grete, Mark Bernard, Mike Zuzolo, ProFarmer Crop Tour: 12:34 Jamie Horton, DEKALB: 14:52 April Hemmes, United Soybean Board: 16:24 Courtney Heller, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 20:18 Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 23:32 Randy C. Moore: 25:10

On this episode we hear a  recap of corn and soybean conditions from participants of the ProFarmer Midwest Crop tour. Also, with harvest approaching, is bin storage on the farm in your best interest? And, a cause for optimism for dairy farmers, and a U.S. Representative's take on farm bill proceedings. We'll also hear about some great mental health work being done in the agricultural industry by the Wisconsin Farm Center. In our "Meat Monitor" segment, U.S. Meat Export Federation Chair Randy Spronk recently made his way to Indonesia to try to five the U.S. pork industry a boost in that country, and in "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz wants to know if you're treating all of your equipment equally. The episode also features the music of Sienna Rose. Timestamps Intro and news: 0:00 ProFarmer Crop Tour: 6:12 Frayne Olson, North Dakota State University: 11:10 Shawn Hackett, Hackett Financial Services: 12:42 Nikki Budzinski, U.S. House of Representatives: 14:20 Karen Endress, Wisconsin Farm Center: 17:02 Randy Spronk, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 20:05 Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 22:35 Sienna Rose: 24:01

On this episode, we talk farm transition planning with Tim Cobb, the owner and president of Farmland Company. Then, Harvest Safety Week is coming up and we'll tell you how you can sharpen your awareness with some special resources. Also, some key USDA grain projections are out and we get some important context from University of Illinois economist Joe Janzen. And, the American Bankers Association is pushing for the passage of the ACRE Act. Find out why, and what, it could mean for the future of farm lending. Then, the issue of liver flukes in cattle doesn't seem to be going away. We'll tell you what you need to be on the lookout for. We also tell you about some groundbreaking research that could keep calves out of harm's way in extreme hot weather. In our "Meat Monitor" segment, we take a look at U.S. red meat exports for the first half of 2024. In "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz says don't jump to conclusions if you see blue smoke coming from the tailpipe of your automatic transmission farm truck. The episode also includes the music of Clarksville Creative Sound recording artist Austin McKedy. Timestamps Intro and news: 0:00 Tim Cobb, Farmland Company: 6:33 Jess McCluer, National Grain and Feed Association: 8:33 Joe Janzen, University of Illinois: 11:26 Ed Elfmann, American Bankers Association: 13:38 Dr. Jody Wade, Boehringer Ingelheim: 15:15 Grace Larsen, University of Wisconsin: 17:44 Dan Halstrom, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 22:24 Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 24:50 Austin McKedy: 26:24

On this episode, National FFA Organization hits the 1 million-member mark, Helena offers up biological option for getting crops across the finish line, a closer look at rising farmland values, and farmers are on the lookout for red crown rot in their soybean crop. Also, the Plant Based Product Council believes new ag bioscience legislation could prove to be a boon to the agriculture industry, the National Cattlemen's Beef Association is working to bring young producers into the fold, tips for mitigating outdoor allergies, and in our "Meat Monitor" segment, we learn about the U.S. Meat Export Federation's efforts to bring high-quality U.S. beef and pork to Sam's Club stores in China, and in "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz discusses starter troubles. The episode also features the latest single from Clarksville Creative Sound recording artist Mackynsie McKedy. Timestamps Intro and news: 0:00 Kristy Meyer, National FFA Organization: 6:07 Danny Munch, American Farm Bureau Federation: 7:46 Mike Powell, Helena Products Group: 9:29 Boris Camiletti, University of Illinois Extension: 12:46 James Glueck, Plant Based Products Council: 14:05 Colin Woodall, National Cattlemen's Beef Association: 17:20 Kenneth Mendez, Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America: 19:41 Jihae Yang, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 21:51 Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 24:00 Mackynsie McKedy: 25:25

In this episode, Iowa State University Extension's Chad Hart discusses the impact 2023 corn stocks could have on the overall corn market. Merck Animal Health's Dr. John Hutcheson shares strategies for bringing in more money at the cattle sale barns. American Farm Bureau Federation's Bernt Nelson discusses the impact Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza continues to have on the agriculture industry. National Cattlemen's Beef Association's Hunter Ihrman shares the story of a protein shortage at the Summer Olympics in Paris. U.S. Meat Export Federation's Jim Remcheck talks about gains being made by the U.S. pork industry in Malaysia. In "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz provides valuable fuel injector cleaner education. The episode also features the music of John Paycheck. Timestamps Intro and news: 0:00 Chad Hart, Iowa State University Extension: 6:09 Dr. John Hutcheson, Merck Animal Health: 7:06 Bernt Nelson, American Farm Bureau Federation: 10:36 Hunter Ihrman, National Cattlemen's Beef Association: 12:30 Jim Remchek, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 24:51 Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 27:15 John Paycheck: 28:45

On this episode, Biome Makers agronomist Jacob Parnell gives farmers some food for thought if they are considering the use of biologicals on their farms. University of Missouri's Ben Brown provides insights on the current U.S. corn balance sheet. American Farm Bureau Federation's Joe Gilson says 529 farm advocacy groups join together to urge Congress to pass a farm bill. Then, Hylio's Arthur Erickson discusses a proposed ban of Chinese drones, and Hunter Ihrman breaks down the National Cattlemen's Beef Association's lawsuit against the U.S. Bureau of Land Management. Also, we learn about the U.S. Red Meat Export Federation's efforts to expand red meat exports to Canada, and in "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz offers some valuable information for pressure washer users. The episode also features the music of Paige King Johnson. Timestamps Intro and news: 0:00 Jacob Parnell, Biome Makers: 6:17 Ben Brown, University of Missouri: 10:38 Joe Gilson, American Farm Bureau Federation: 11:31 Arthur Erickson, Hylio: 13:26 Hunter Ihrman, National Cattlemen's Beef Association: 17:00 Courtney Heller, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 28:12 Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 31:06 Paige King Johnson: 32:34

On this episode, former Nebraska Sen. Ben Nelson says the yet-to-be-passed Farm Bill encompasses more than just production agriculture. Iowa State University Extension's Catherine DeLong discusses edge-of-field conservation practice, and Greg McBride, a commodity broker with Allendale tells you if now is the right time to market grain. Also, U.S. Wheat Associates President Vince Peterson recaps the organization's recent summer meeting in Oklahoma City, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Beef Program Specialist Chris Clark says farmers and ranchers need to beware of foot rot among their herds, and BidOnBeef.com represents a new way to buy and sell beef. In our "Meat Monitor" segment, Jim Douglas discusses how the beef industry is benefitting from U.S. soybeans and vice versa. In "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz talks about warning signs for possible automatic transmission fuid failure. The episode also features the music of J.D. Shelburne. Timestamps Intro and news: 0:00 Ben Nelson: 6:02 Catherine DeLong, Iowa State University Extension: 7:48 Greg McBride, Allendale: 9:50 Vince Peterson, U.S. Wheat Associates: 13:16 Chris Clark, Iowa State University Extension: 15:28 Amanda Radke, BidOnBeef.com: 17:05 Jim Douglas, United Soybean Board: 21:40 Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 23:39 J.D. Shelburne: 25:16

On this episode, University of Illinois agronomist Nick Seiter returns to go deeper on the issue of corn rootworm. Also, Agrigold agronomist Nick Frederking provides some tips for scouting for tar spot in corn plants. Also this week, we discuss the latest farm bill developments, new Federal Milk Marketing Orders, and a May decline in U.S. milk production. Also, the plan for reintroducing grizzly bears in Washington state isn't sitting well with farmers. In our "Meat Monitor" segment, May was a strong month for U.S. red meat exports, and in "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz talks radiator inspections. The episode also features the music of Bobby Mackey. Timestamps Intro and news: 0:00 Nick Seiter, University of Illinois: 5:43 Nick Frederking, Agrigold: 9:53 Dr. Maggie Baldwin, Colorado State Veterinarian: 12:49 Farm Bill (Various): 14:26 Roger Cryan, American Farm Bureau Federation: 16:05 Kathleen Wolfley, Ever.Ag: 17:58 Washington Rep. Dan Newhouse: 20:46 Dan Halstrom, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 22:20 Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 24:45 Bobby Mackey: 26:14 

On this episode, WILL Radio's Todd Gleason discusses the importance of the Declaration of Independence. Then, Ziegler Ag Equipment's Mark Duffing provides some helpful pre-spray tips to keep your sprayer in tip-top shape, and Bayer Crop Science Technical Agronomist Andrew Penney shares some corn rootworm scouting insights. In our "Beltway Beef" segment, National Cattlemen's Beef Association's Hunter Ihrman and Mary-Thomas Hart break down what the Supreme Court's Chevron Deference ruling could mean for the U.S. cattle industry. In our "Meat Monitor" segment, we learn about the U.S. Red Meat Symposium in Mexico City, and in "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz encourages you to stay the course when trying to track down maintenance issues in farm equipment. The episode also features the music of Clarksville Creative Sound recording artist Carrie Romero. Timestamps Intro and news: 0:00 Goatlifeclothing.com advertisement: 5:45 Todd Gleason, WILL Radio: 6:04 Mark Duffing, Ziegler Ag Equipment: 10:07 Andrew Penney, Bayer Crop Science: 13:01 Hunter Ihrman and Mary-Thomas Hart, NCBA: 16:24 Gerardo Rodriguez,Randy Spronk, and Dan Halstrom, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 29:30 Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 31:55 Carrie Romero: 33:23