Episodes – Page 12 – Hoosier Ag Today

Premier Connect, Propane Market, & Dream Jobs

January 13, 2025 6:00 pm|

Would you believe Bill’s dream job is “selling propane and propane accessories?” Returning Sales Professional and special guest, Bill Houze, joins hosts Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. Bill handles propane sales and joins us representing Premier Energy.

In addition to all the laughs you’d expect when Bill is a guest, you’ll learn a bit about the portion of Premier Companies known as Premier Energy and their propane division. Bill will share about the “keep full” and Gold Cap program which protects consumers from fuel price spikes and makes sure customers don’t run out of propane. He’ll also share about the budget plans that exist that give a monthly bill for budgeting purposes. Did you know Premier Energy has an app called Premier Connect that allows you to order fuel for your tank, communicate with the team, and view your usage history over time? Buckle up for lots of learning and laughs on this episode of The High Ground!

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 1/13/25

January 13, 2025 4:44 am|

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Andy Eubank have the news including what is projected to be another challenging year for corn and soybean farmers to turn a profit and we have good news about an averted strike. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin is predicting mostly dry weather but cold temps continue, and corn and soybean futures enjoyed a strong bump after Friday's USDA reports. Andy has the closing numbers and market and report analysis from Brian Basting. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - proudly serving local farms, families, and agribusiness for 140 years. Visit them online at FFBT.com to learn more.

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341. Corteva’s Wendy Srnic on gene editing, the Pairwise partnership and artificial intelligence adding speed to biotechnology

January 13, 2025 4:00 am|

According to AgFunder News, gene editing startups have raised $2.7 billion since 2012 in pursuit of technologies that advance everything from crop performance to yield. Today we are joined by a pioneer in science at the largest pure play agriculture company in the world. Dr. Wendy Srnic, VP of Biotechnology at Corteva Agriscience, to talk gene editing and its future. We get into:

What is gene editing and how does it differ from genetically modified crops?
How gene editing affects that broader value chain and food system at large.
Corteva’s partnership with Pairwise via their investment vehicle, Corteva Catalyst, and how they plan to leverage gene editing to make fruits and vegetables more accessible and nutritious.
The objective of Corteva Catalyst to advance external technologies that align with the company’s internal R&D strategy – and the importance of staying nimble to seize opportunities and drive outcomes whether they are joint ventures, acquisitions, investments or traditional collaborations.
Wendy’s perspective on where we’re at in the evolution of biotechnology, what’s emerging and how artificial intelligence (AI) is speeding up – and de-risking – the scientific discovery process.
What does AI bring to the future of a partnership like that of Corteva and Pairwise?

The Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast for 1/11/25

January 10, 2025 8:05 pm|

On this edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: We dive deeper into an Indiana Senate bill that would strip the Lt. Governor of his oversight of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture. We spoke with both Lt. Governor-elect Micah Beckwith and State Senator Susan Glick, the co-author of the bill, to get their feedback on the legislation.

A positive case of bird flu has been identified at a commercial turkey farm in Jay County in East-Central Indiana. Eric Pfeiffer chats with Denise Derrer Spears with the Indiana State Board of Animal Health about the measures being used to stop the spread of the virus.

You’ll also hear about a new survey from Purdue that asks farmers how they feel about the state of the economy following the election last November.

AND you’ll meet this year’s newly-crowned Indiana State Fair Queen for 2025, Pilar Bravo from Marion County. You'll hear about her all-time favorite food item at the Indiana State Fair, which may come as a surprise!

We’ll feature those stories—plus, Brian Basting with Advance Trading joins us to review the USDA’s monthly WASDE Report for January and discuss the impact it had on Friday’s grain markets. It's all part of the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast!

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 1/10/25

January 10, 2025 4:35 am|

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including an Indiana senate bill that would impact the state's ag department and the Lt. Governor's oversight of that agency. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has snow in the Indiana farm forecast for today, then clearing skies Saturday, and the grain and oilseed markets were mixed in choppy Thursday trade before the USDA reports today at noon Eastern time. Andy Eubank has the closing numbers and market analysis from Mike Silver. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - experience banking built on heart, grit, and agriculture. Visit FFBT.com to learn more or stop by your local branch to talk about your ag operation today.

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 1/9/25

January 9, 2025 4:42 am|

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer has the news including a report with Indiana Farm Bureau at the statehouse as the legislative season returns and we take a deeper look into the importance of seed treatments. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin predicts continued cold but mostly dry until possibly Friday when snow is possible, and the grain and oilseed markets all fell during the Wednesday session. Andy Eubank has the closing numbers and is joined by market analyst Tom Fritz. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - experience banking built on heart, grit, and agriculture. Visit FFBT.com to learn more or stop by your local branch to talk about your ag operation today.

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 1/8/25

January 8, 2025 4:33 am|

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including the new ag economy barometer now that the November election is past and meet the new Indiana State Fair queen. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin details what precipitation looks like for Indiana as winter cold continues, and the ag markets were steady and mixed Tuesday. Andy Eubank has the closing numbers and is joined by market analyst Karl Setzer. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - experience banking built on heart, grit, and agriculture. Visit FFBT.com to learn more or stop by your local branch to talk about your ag operation today.

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 1/7/25

January 7, 2025 4:40 am|

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including a bird flu appearance in Jay County, Indiana and Keystone Cooperative announces new patronage payments, and we have the details. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for plenty of sunshine but still very cold in the new forecast, and corn, soybean and wheat markets all rebounded to regain some of Friday's losses. Andy Eubank has the closing numbers and is joined by market analyst John Zanker. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - experience banking built on heart, grit, and agriculture. Visit FFBT.com to learn more or stop by your local branch to talk about your ag operation today.

Stockyard Surprises, Current Cattle Market, & Best Pranks

January 6, 2025 6:00 pm|

Ryan may be starting his career as an author penning “A Day in the Life at the Stockyard” after this episode! Returning guest, Ryan Batt, joins hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama in the podcast room for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. If you’ve been around the podcast, you already know Ryan is the Facility Manager at United Producers in Little York, Indiana and among other things, spends his time chasing cattle.

Ryan, Jeff, and Sal will discuss the current state of the cattle market, challenges to overcome for those looking to get into cattle, and why the market has stayed so strong. Get ready for story time with Ryan telling about a buyer who wanted to put a calf in the van or a woman who put pigs in her fancy car! In addition to story time, you’ll learn about some of the interesting animals Ryan has seen come through the yard. “It’s just exciting because you never know what you’re gonna get in there!”

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 1/6/25

January 6, 2025 4:47 am|

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including finding solutions for ag labor and homes for soybeans. You'll hear from Chuck Connor during the news. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin details what remains of the state's winter storm, and Friday brought a sharp selloff in the corn, soybean and wheat markets. Andy Eubank has the closing numbers and is joined by market analyst Brian Basting. It's all part of the #HATPodcast, made possible by First Farmers Bank & Trust - experience banking built on heart, grit, and agriculture. Visit FFBT.com to learn more or stop by your local branch to talk about your ag operation today.