Episodes – Page 46 – Hoosier Ag Today

Current Farm Bill, IN Department of Ag, & Favorite Comedy

April 29, 2024 6:00 pm|

What does the Indiana State Department of Agriculture actually do? To answer that question, special guest Don Lamb joins host Sal Sama in the podcast room for this episode of The High Ground, powered by Premier Companies. In addition to being a farmer, Don is the Director of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture.

Today, you’ll hear about Don and his career path including the history of his family farm which his father started from scratch. He’ll share more about the various happenings in the Indiana State Department of Agriculture, how it’s helped him better appreciate farmers, and the various functions within the department. Don will also share about how Indiana differs from other states in both budget and regulatory functions, what we should be aware of in the current farm bill, and how Indiana Grain Buyers functions and helps protect farmers. “If I’m not gonna be a farmer, I can’t think of a better job I could have than to just be an advocate for agriculture.”

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296. Courtney Kingery recaps agtech discussions in Brazil + Mexico, looks ahead to shared opportunities

April 29, 2024 5:00 am|

Delegates from Indiana’s agbioscience sector traveled to Brazil and Mexico this month alongside Governor Eric Holcomb as the minutes tick away on his leadership of the state. Courtney Kingery, CEO of Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance, joins Mitch for this episode from Mexico City to discuss the trip, its findings and Indiana’s unique advantage on a global stage.

Courtney talks Brazilian companies seeking to understand the U.S. market, and the shared opportunities and challenges for farmers selling commodities in Mexico. There may be a cameo in this episode – shout out to Governor Holcomb – and Courtney talks through how trips like this one shape the future of our state’s economy.

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 4/29/24

April 29, 2024 4:46 am|

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including the possible negative impact of a final farm labor rule and an online resource that helps with the enormous stresses on the farm. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin still has moisture in the forecast for Indiana after spottier weekend rains than expected. It was a quiet session for grains and oilseeds Friday and the markets finished mixed. Andy Eubank has the market closing numbers and Brian Basting has market commentary on the #HATPodcast.

The Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast for 4/27/24

April 26, 2024 10:07 pm|

On this edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says we’ll see more moisture this weekend and throughout the next ten days in his Planting Weather Forecast, which will continue to delay the planting process for many farmers across the state.

C.J. Miller chats with Indiana ag leader Chuck Conner, President and CEO of the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives, who says the final rule on H-2A farm labor that was released on Friday by the U.S. Department of Labor is “problematic” and could create a “burden” for Indiana farmers.

Eric Pfeiffer reports how the Boone County LEAP Project sparked a lively discussion among the candidates during last week’s Indiana Republican gubernatorial debate.

Plus, Brian Basting with Advance Trading reviews the grain markets, as the weather forecasts and planting progress are currently driving grain prices.

All of that and much more are coming up on Hoosier Ag This Week!

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 4/26/24

April 26, 2024 4:37 am|

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including Mother Nature not cooperative enough with upcoming planting windows and controls for Avian flu in dairy cattle. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says transitioning weather conditions have us dealing with a very moist weekend across Indiana. It was again a mixed session Thursday for grains and oilseeds, and again wheat led to the high side. Andy Eubank has the market closing numbers and Mike Silver has market commentary on the #HATPodcast.

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 4/25/24

April 25, 2024 4:45 am|

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including an Indiana governor debate that was heavy on the LEAP debate and what it takes to sell Indiana products in India. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says finally some warmer air moves in but dry conditions will be followed by a monster storm system. It was a mixed session Wednesday for grains and oilseeds, but the rally in wheat futures continued. Andy Eubank has the market closing numbers and Steve Erdman from EFG Group has market commentary on the #HATPodcast.

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 4/24/24

April 24, 2024 4:32 am|

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Sabrina Halvorson have the news including one analyst's expectation that grain markets remain on the bearish side and what's happening with getting sustainable aviation fuel off the ground? HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says we follow the rainy day yesterday with chilly conditions today and then warmer air, and Tuesday corn, soybean and wheat futures made it three higher sessions in a row on the strength of wheat and outside markets. Andy Eubank has the market closing numbers and Arlan Suderman has market commentary on the #HATPodcast.

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 4/23/24

April 23, 2024 4:33 am|

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including a Pioneer agronomy update and E15 for the summer is a go, giving motorists an offset on rising prices. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has details of moisture possibilities today and warmer conditions later in the week, and Monday corn, soybean and wheat futures followed up on the Friday rally. Andy Eubank has the market closing numbers and John Zanker has market commentary on the #HATPodcast.

Women in Ag, Career Mentorship, & Ways to Relax

April 22, 2024 6:00 pm|

“I walked on the farm for the first time, and I showed up to the darn thing in heels!” Hosts Sal Sama and Ryan Priest are joined by returning and special guest, Leah Anderson, for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. Leah is the Senior Vice President of Land O’ Lakes, and she’s also the President of WinField United which is a change from the last time we spoke with her!

Leah shares her story around how her role at Land O’ Lakes and WinField has changed over the last year and how she fought imposter syndrome throughout the course of her career path. She also shares how a mentor who invested in her helped transform her career and inspired her to invest in the development of others. She’s inspiring, funny, and insightful. If you’re considering a career in agriculture, particularly if you’re a woman, you are not going to want to miss this episode!

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295. Scott Irwin on commodity markets + bearish times driving innovation

April 22, 2024 5:00 am|

Planting season is nearing in North America and as farmers head to the fields, they’re doing so in a tough global market for agricultural commodities. Those markets have an impact on nearly every facet of our daily lives. Today we are joined by Dr. Scott Irwin, author and Laurence J. Norton Chair of Agricultural Marketing at the University of Illinois, to share his market perspective (it’s on the side of bearish) and what he sees ahead.

How low for how long? That’s a big question for the markets and one Scott dives into during the discussion. He also talks about his book, Back to the Futures, looking at the ag markets as an implication on the broader economy and educating a widespread audience using stories from his childhood on an Iowa farm.