Agriculture of America

AOA 4-10-2024

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.

A Conversation with National Milk Producers Federation President and CEO, Gregg Doud

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.

AOA Tuesday 4-9-2024

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.

Tips for Effective Fly Control

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.

AOA Monday 4-8-2024

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.

AOA Friday 4-5-2024

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.

AOA Thursday 4-4-2024

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.

The Monthly Grind- April 2024

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.

AOA Wednesday 4-3-2024

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.

E15 Availability Update

Dan Mauer, a member of the CHS government affairs team in Washington D.C., discusses legislative efforts to permit year-round E15 sales, providing consumers with options at the pump and opportunities for corn farmers.