Episodes – Page 49 – Hoosier Ag Today

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An interview with Don Lamb Director of Indiana State Department of Agriculture

March 10, 2025 4:00 am|

Don Lamb is the Director of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture, re-appointed by Governor Mike Braun on Dec. 23, 2024. He reports directly to Lt. Governor Micah Beckwith, who serves as Indiana’s Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Don is a second-generation farmer for Lamb Farms in Boone County where, alongside his father, brother, and nephews, they produce corn, popcorn, seed soybeans and seed wheat. They also own two other enterprises, including AgRecycle which is a composting business and Lamb Farms Agronomy which provides neighboring farmers with agronomy products and services. Don stays involved in management aspects of the farm and joins in operations whenever he can.

The Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast for 3/8/25

March 7, 2025 10:29 pm|

On the latest edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: We have team coverage from Commodity Classic in Denver, as Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller both traveled to the Mile High City earlier this week to cover one of the largest ag conventions in the country!

You'll hear from USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, as she announced a new program during Commodity Classic to streamline the process to get disaster and economic relief to U.S. farmers in need.

You'll also hear more about "The Three T's": Trump, Tariffs, and Trade. Even though President Trump has postponed tariffs against Mexico and Canada for the second time, you'll hear from leaders with the American Soybean Association and National Corn Growers Association on the impact that Trump's tariffs could have on the ag industry if they are imposed.

Eric Pfeiffer also chats with Indiana Governor Mike Braun, who was the Featured Guest this past week at the Shelby County Ag Promotion Banquet in Shelbyville. Braun discusses several of the policies he plans to put into place to help Indiana's farmers and ag businesses.

All that plus, Brian Basting with Advance Trading, Inc. reviews Friday's grain markets. That's all part of the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast!

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 3/7/25

March 7, 2025 4:37 am|

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including one million Hoosiers facing hunger and what it is being done about. We also have an update on the Corporate Transparency Act that includes a major shift in the focus. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's forecast has varying weather before a big warmup next week which starts Sunday, and Thursday saw strong moves in the ag markets to make it two sessions in a row of recovery. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Brian Basting provides market 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 3/6/25

March 6, 2025 4:44 am|

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including the President asking farmers to bear with him on the tariff plan and a weed plan that will give you some in-season flexibility. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's forecast includes a mix of weather into the weekend before quite a warmup next week, and the Wednesday ag markets finally rebounded as many markets enjoyed a break from liquidation. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Steve Erdman provides market 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 3/5/25

March 5, 2025 4:43 am|

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including an update on Trump tariffs that started yesterday and some of the areas of farmer concern. Also a new product unveiled at Commodity Classic this week addresses nitrogen management. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's forecast includes a mix of conditions over the coming week, and the Tuesday ag markets again liquidated as tariffs went into effect. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Arlan Suderman provides market 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.

Trump, Tariffs, & Trade: NCGA, ASA Weigh In

March 4, 2025 12:29 pm|

Nancy Martinez, Director of Public Policy, Trade and Biotechnology for the National Corn Growers Assn., and Virginia Houston, Director of Government Affairs for the American Soybean Assn., join us to discuss the 3 T's- Trump, Trade, and Tariffs!

This episode was recorded Monday morning, March 3rd. 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada, and additional tariffs on China took effect at midnight March 4th.

This podcast is presented by the Indiana Corn Growers Association and the Indiana Soybean Alliance with additional support from Indiana Farm Bureau.

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 3/4/25

March 4, 2025 4:25 am|

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news from Denver including Ag Secretary Rollins announcing changes to the economic assistance program and we have Indiana farmer reaction to her remarks at Commodity Classic. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's forecast includes mild temperatures, clouds and precipitation, and the Monday ag markets continued liquidating in what some call a market free fall. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst John Zanker provides market 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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Preparing for Planting: What the Weather Says

March 4, 2025 3:39 am|

What's up with the weather? From western wildfires to southern snow, we go all in on the weather to help you prepare for a successful growing season. Mike Howell kicks off season four with crowd favorite, Principal Atmospheric Scientist and Nutrien Senior Science Fellow, Eric Snodgrass, to explore how winter and spring weather will affect the upcoming planting and growing season. Where can growers expect drought, flooding or other unexpected conditions? What patterns are appearing? What does La Niña tell us about growing conditions? Uncover everything you need to know about the weather in this exciting episode. Check out ag-wx.com for all of Eric’s recent weather content. Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics

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Preparing for Planting: What the Weather Says

March 4, 2025 3:39 am|

The Hoosier Ag Today Podcast for 3/3/25

March 3, 2025 4:06 am|

On today's #HATPodcast: Economist Brian Basting from Advance Trading recaps a rough week for the grain markets, Commodity Classic kicks off in Denver, and warmer temperatures returning to the Indiana Farm Forecast with some rain.

The HAT Podcast is 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.