Adams On Agriculture

On Wednesday's AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Greases, we start the show discussing the latest news surrounding the Farm Bill and HPAI fragments being detected in milk with POLITICO food and agriculture reporter, Meredith Lee Hill in Segment One. In Segment Two, we talk about the beef cattle herd, the latest Cattle on Feed report and more with Dr. Derrell Peel from Oklahoma State University Extension. In Segment Three, National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles joins the show to discuss the latest surrounding U.S. fresh potato access to Japan, the on-going Dietary Guidelines process and the push to label potatoes as something other than a vegetable. Finally in Segment Four, we talk about the EPA's recent announcement that "forever chemicals" (known as PFAS) must be removed from tap water in the US with Gage Zobell, partner at international law firm Dorsey & Whitney.

On Tuesday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the latest ag equipment sales numbers with Curt Blades from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. In Segment Two, we discuss the use of AI on the farm with Kit Barron of FBN. Next up we talk market action in Segment Three with Naomi Blohm from Total Farm Marketing. We wrap the show in Segment Four by having a conversation with Plant Based Products Council Executive Director, James Glueck.

On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Diesel, we start the show discussing the volatility in gold, whether or not corn is a good long term investment, the spike in wheat, CFTC data and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst with Barchart. In Segment Two, we get an update on the frost over the weekend, planting windows and more with DTN Meteorologist, John Baranick. In Segment Three, we discuss the EPA's announcement of a summertime E15 waiver on Friday and the outlook for updated GREET modeling for SAF tax credits with Brian Jennings, CEO for the American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE). We wrap things up in Segment Four with an update on Texas wildfire recovery efforts with Ryan Moorhouse from the Cattlemen's Beef Board and Beef Checkoff.

On Friday's AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Lubricants, we start the show with a look at ag policy news from D.C. and more with DTN Ag Policy Editor, Chris Clayton. In Segment Two, we talk with NCBA Policy Chair Kim Brackett and NCBA Vice Policy Chair, Skye Krebs about public lands issues, checkoff push back and more. In Segment Three, we discuss spring planting, geopolitical issues and more market related information with StoneX Chief Commodities Economist, Arlan Suderman. We wrap the show with a look at ag news headlines surrounding U.S. trade discussions on Capitol Hill this week between lawmakers and U.S. Trade Ambassador, Katherine Tai.

On Thursday's AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Diesel, we start the show discussing planting progress and market fundamentals with Tyler Schau from AgMarket.net. In Segment Two, we have a wide-ranging conversation about summertime E-15, ag legislation in the Iowa legislature and more with Iowa Secretary of Agriculture, Mike Naig. In Segment Three, we turn our attention to Capitol Hill and discuss policy priorities and the recent Livestock Marketing Association D.C. Fly-In event with Chelsea Good, Vice President of Government & Industry Affairs and Legal with LMA. Finally in Segment Four, we are joined by RMA Administrator Marcia Bunger to learn more about the Nursery Value Select program expansion.  

On Wednesday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show by having a conversation with National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) CEO, Chandler Goule. In Segment Two, we talk about soybean crush expansion and the risk of overbuild with CoBank Lead Grains and Oilseeds Economist, Tanner Ehmke. And we wrap up the show by having a conversation about the beef checkoff, public lands regulation and more with National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) President, Mark Eisele.

On Tuesday’s AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Diesel, we start the show with an update on HPAI in dairy cattle and get veterinary perspectives with Dr. Kevin Dill, Director of Dairy Technical Innovation for Purina and Dr. Katie Redhage, Manager of Veterinary Services for Purina. In Segment Two, April is National Pest Management Month and we discuss some pests you should be aware of around your home with Dr. Jim Fredericks, Senior Vice President of Public Affairs and chief entomologist at the National Pest Management Association. Next up in Segment Three, we have a wide ranging conversation with Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA). And then we wrap up the show discussing soybean cyst nematode and the new SCNFields.com website with Troy Bauer, BASF Senior Field Technical Representative, Seed Treatments.

Starter fertilizers can give crops a boost at the start of the growing season. McKenzie Smith, an agronomy products expert with CHS, offers tips on effective starter fertilizer strategies.

On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show discussing the impact of the escalating Israel/Iran conflict on the markets, gold's wild ride and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we discuss the potential of severe weather to start this week and frost by this weekend with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, an update on potential herbicide import duties on 2,4-D, the new EPA tailpipe emissions rule, Farm Bill and much more with National Corn Growers Association President Harold Wolle. We wrap the show in Segment Four with a look at news headlines.

On Friday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a recap of the April WASDE report and discuss market sentiment between the USDA numbers and CONAB numbers with Don Roose from U.S. Commodities. In Segment Two, we discuss the potential impact of a zero-emission locomotive rule from the California Air Resources Board (CARB), an update on the Snake River Dam situation and more with Mike Seyfert, President and CEO of the National Grain and Feed Association. Next up in Segment Three, we talk about the latest news in the fertilizer industry and fertilizer markets with StoneX VP of Fertilizer, Josh Linville. Finally in Segment Four, we listen to part of a recent conversation Jesse had with CHS President and CEO, Jay Debertin.

On Thursday's AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Diesel, we discuss overnight market headlines and preview the April WASDE report with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Next up in Segment Two, we talk with Farm Progress Policy Editor, Josh Baethge, about the Farm Bill latest he is hearing, summertime E-15 outlook and more. In Segment Three, U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO, Dan Halstrom, joins the show to discuss the latest meat export data. We wrap the show in Segment Four with a look at ag news headlines.

On Wednesday's AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Diesel, we discuss the latest on the Farm Bill and more as the Ranking Member on the Senate Ag Committee, Senator John Boozman (R-AR), joins us for the first half of the show. In Segment Three, we talk about energy and fuel markets with Darren Dohme, The Fuel Hedge. Here is the link to his risk disclaimer: https://thefuelhedge.com/risk-disclosure/ and Darren's website is https://thefuelhedge.com. Then we wrap the show in Segment Four discussing the news that USDA NASS is discontinuing the July cattle report, all County Estimates for Crops and Livestock and more with Tanner Beymer, Senior Director, Government Affairs with the National Cattlemen's Beef Association.

On the Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 episode of Agriculture of America (AOA), Jesse Allen had a conversation with National Milk Producers Federation President and CEO, Gregg Doud. They discuss HPAI in dairy cattle, the FMMO modernization process and much more.

On Tuesday's AOA, brought to you by Cenex, we start the show discussing Farm Bill, a need for an emergency E15 waiver, sorghum outlook and more with the Executive Director of the National Sorghum Producers, Greg Ruehle. In Segment Two, we discuss the latest Meat Demand Monitor for March 2024 with Dr. Glynn Tonsor from Kansas State University. Learn more at https://agmanager.info.   In Segment Three, we have a conversation with Gregg Doud, President and CEO of the National Milk Producers Federation. He talks about the HPAI outbreak in dairy cattle, FMMO modernization and his goals as he is now a few months on the job at NMPF. Finally in Segment Four, we take a look at what has been moving in the dairy markets with Alyssa Badger from Highground Dairy to wrap the show.

Flies can be a nuisance, spread diseases and be a costly challenge for cattle operations. Ken Bryan, director of product development with CHS animal nutrition, offers tips to help control fly populations and keep your herd healthy.

On Monday's episode of AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show discussing the money flow into the outside markets amid a quiet commodity trade with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we talk about weather for the week ahead and more with DTN Meteorologist Teresa Wells. Next up in Segment Three, Dr. Jim Mintert with the Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture joins the show to look over the latest results of the Ag Economy Barometer. And then we wrap the show in Segment Four with a look at some of the latest ag news headlines.

On Friday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the markets and a rally in wheat with DuWayne Bosse from Bolt Marketing. In Segment Two, we learn about a new FAA exemption for "drone-swarms" with Hylio CEO, Arthur Erickson. In Segment Three, we discuss the Farm Bill and more with Francine (Fran) Miller, senior staff attorney and professor with the Center for Agriculture and Food Systems at Vermont Law and Graduate School. Finally in Segment Four, we take a look at ag news headlines to wrap up the show.

On Thursday's AOA, brought to you by Cenex, we start the show with a look at Weekly Export Sales, market action and technical analysis from Brian Splitt with AgMarket.net. In Segment Two, we talk with American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) Vice President of Public Policy and Education, Leah Wilkinson, about the EPA's draft formaldehyde risk evaluation under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for public comment and peer review. We also touch on other AFIA policy issues, Farm Bill and more.   In Segment Three, Engine Technology Forum Executive Director, Allen Schaeffer, joins us to talk about the recent announcement of the U.S. EPA’s final rule regarding greenhouse gas emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles Phase 3. Finally in Segment Four, it is "Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month" this April. Kathryn Bronsky, National Policy Manager at USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), joins us to talk about it.

On the April episode of The Monthly Grind with the National Corn Growers Association, we discuss the latest news surrounding sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with Lane Howard, Director of Market Development for the MO Corn Growers and John Delmotte, Vice President of the Michigan Corn Growers Association. Learn more at https://www.ncga.com.

On Wednesday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show discussing ag news headlines including states cutting fertilizer use, updates on ethanol and more with DTN/Progressive Farmer Environmental Editor, Todd Neeley. In Segment Two, it is the April episode of The Monthly Grind with the National Corn Growers Association. This month, we discuss the latest news surrounding sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with Lane Howard, Director of Market Development for the MO Corn Growers and John Delmotte, Vice President of the Michigan Corn Growers Association.   In Segment Three, we get an update on the livestock and grain markets including thoughts on the moves in cattle and hogs with Dennis Smith from Archer Financial Services. And finally in Segment Four, we get an update on HPAI's spread in dairy cattle and wildfire recovery efforts with Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller.