What to expect during planting and the summer growing season alongside top agriculture headlines, including updates on a sterile fly facility in Texas and global ag news, are heard in this week’s episode.

This week’s agriculture news also covers cattle industry updates, including what to know about the New World screwworm parasite, as well as potential increased oversight of lab-grown protein products. Additional headlines include USDA farmer aid totaling $9 billion, renewed momentum on the farm bill and updates on drone regulations. A weekly market update, crop progress report, and weather insights are also included.

Two interviews are included this week. First, Jeff Moon, market development specialist with Corteva Agriscience, shares a five-program approach to weed management. With shifts in the weed landscape, he offers practical tips for growers heading into the season.

In today’s second interview, Eric Snodgrass, ag meteorologist with Nutrien Ag Solutions, discusses what growers can expect in the months ahead, including current conditions and summer outlooks as of late April.

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