Episodes – Page 25 – Hoosier Ag Today

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 8/1/25

August 1, 2025 4:50 am|

On the HAT Podcast Andy Eubank has the news including some pushback in Washington on the USDA reorganization plan and the opening of the Indiana State Fair is today. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast has a beautiful weekend ahead for all of Indiana. Thursday corn futures worked just above even as soybean and wheat futures again went lower. Andy Eubank has settlements and market analyst Karl Setzer has commentary. 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.

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 7/31/25

July 31, 2025 4:52 am|

On the HAT Podcast Andy Eubank has the news including farmer leaders of Indiana corn and policy groups reacting to Governor Braun's comments at their annual policy summit and a mix of news from corn and soybean fields in eastern Indiana. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes cooler weather and a rainy Thursday, but then perfect weather moves following the rain. Wednesday soybean and wheat futures where weak but corn gained a penny or two. C.J. Miller has settlements and market analyst Tom Fritz has commentary. 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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378. Libby Fritz recaps July, big news for USDA in Indiana, AgReliant Genetics’ acquisition, BiomEdit moves, a CEO update + more

July 31, 2025 4:00 am|

This is perhaps the most epic news recap we have ever encountered on Agbioscience! So much so, we had to go back and record audio after we thought we were done. We get into the USDA's announcement on re-organization and Indiana's inclusion as a regional hub as part of that, AgReliant Genetics' acquisition by GDM, BiomEdit's product pipeline milestones, Series B funding and new leadership additions, and a big partnership announcement and honor for Corteva Agriscience. We also provide an update on the AgriNovus CEO search and when you can expect to learn more information.

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The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 7/30/25

July 30, 2025 4:49 am|

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller has the news including challenges to the confirmation of Richard Fordyce as a USDA Under Secretary of Agriculture, and new agriculture programs are being offered by Huntington University. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast calls for more muggy conditions today and rains on Thursday. Then there is a major shift to comfortable conditions for Friday and the weekend. Tuesday was a repeat of lower corn and soybean futures. Wheat was the weakside leader. Andy Eubank has settlements and he is joined by market analyst Mike Castle with commentary. 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.

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 7/29/25

July 29, 2025 4:47 am|

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller has the news including a new trade deal between the U.S. and the European Union and the Indiana State Fair begins soon, complete with the return of the Pioneer Village. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast does not have much change from the high humidity and possible unsettled conditions, and Monday corn and soybean futures were weak again. Andy Eubank has settlements and he is joined by market analyst John Zanker with commentary. 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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How the Calgary Stampede Connects Global Agriculture

July 29, 2025 4:30 am|

The Calgary Stampede is known for its legendary rodeo and riveting chuck wagon races, but it's so much more than that. In this episode of The Dirt, Mike Howell sits down with Chair of the Calgary Stampede's International Agriculture and Agri-Food Sub-Committee, Scott Exner, to discuss the Stampede's evolving role in international collaboration, networking and connection. Scott shares his insights into why thousands of international guests make the trip to Alberta for this iconic event every year. It's not just for the rodeo—it's a gathering place where they can participate in meaningful networking with the entire sector, and it's a place where our industry can bridge the gap between producers and consumers. Join the conversation to learn how the Calgary Stampede plans to continue to serve as a vital hub for thought leadership and ag innovation around the world. Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics

July WASDE Report, 45Z Tax Credit, & Wasted Money

July 28, 2025 6:00 pm|

What has happened to the corn and bean numbers in the most recent reports? Returning and special guest, Aaron Bledsoe joins host Sal Sama for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. If you’ve been around for any amount of time, you know Aaron is a fan favorite and the Grain Merchandiser at Premier Companies.

On today’s episode, Aaron will take us through the quarterly stocks report and why this year feels a lot more normal than last year. Sal and Aaron will also tackle the scenarios for the old crop and new crop and why the market is struggling to figure out where the market is going to go for both. You’ll also learn about the 45Z tax credit, also known as the Clean Fuel Production Credit, and why it matters to growers. “If we can figure out this biodiesel, there’s a chance that this could be like an ethanol moment for the corn market.”

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377. Advancing science for better food + health, farmer wellness with Corteva Agriscience’s Dr. Claudia Coplein

July 28, 2025 5:00 am|

The USDA estimates that each year in the U.S., poor nutrition causes roughly $1.1 trillion in preventable health care spending and lost productivity from diet-attributable diseases. As farmers continue their work of producing food for a growing population, agbioscience companies are also seeking new ways to innovate and optimize for human, animal and planetary health. This week, we are joined by Corteva Agriscience’s first Chief Health Officer, Dr. Claudia Coplein, to examine the breadth of her new role with the company and what they aim to achieve. We get into:

The macro gaps in the way we produce and consume food and its overall impact on our health
Corteva’s launch of the Chief Health Officer role and how they’re approaching new audiences to tell the story of farming around the world
Putting this platform into practice – Claudia talks about where you see and experience her team’s work
What reception has been like from different audiences thus far
Corteva’s focus on farmer health and how current headwinds facing the industry impacts their physical, mental and emotional well-being
Claudia’s vision for how Corteva’s health platform evolves
Her background and how this role – and agbioscience – feels custom-built for her
Where Claudia believes the food is health movement is headed and Corteva’s role in that movement
What’s ahead for her team – and what has her most excited

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 7/28/25

July 28, 2025 4:33 am|

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller has the news including the ISDA director's reaction to USDA locating in Indianapolis as a regional hub and a preview of something new called Co-op Classic coming in August. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast calls for oppressive humidity as record high dew points are possible, and Friday corn, bean and wheat markets sold off going to the weekend. Andy Eubank has settlements and he is joined by market analyst Brian Basting with commentary. 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.

Episode 98: Horsepower!

July 28, 2025 4:00 am|

The Red Barn Road Show hits Goshen, Indiana this week for the Tractor Pull! Ryan and Charlie visit with Kevin Smith of Smith Family Farms, driver of the "Buckshot Reloaded" IPL Hot Farm Class pulling tractor, in Rochester. We get schooled on the sport while sweltering in the heat.

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