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Ag News Daily Podcast

The Ag News Daily podcast is compilation of the latest agricultural news in one convenient 30 minute talk show styled run down. Combined with fascinating interviews from folks all across the industry, the AND podcast aims to be your daily dose of agricultural news!

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Girls Talk Ag Podcast

Girls Talk Ag features Jennifer Campbell, a farmer and blogger, Karen Corrigan, an independent agronomist and business owner, and Kelsey Litchfield, an agriculture digital media consultant. With their perfect mix of experience and personality, the girls get together to discuss what’s currently on in...

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PigX

Ideas in the swine industry worth sharing. Join extension specialists and swine industry experts as they engage in conversations aimed to help producers succeed in raising healthy pigs. PigX is a national podcast hosted by the Iowa Pork Industry Center at Iowa State University.

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Ag State of Mind

ASoM focuses on mental health and how it affects those of us involved in agriculture. I will hold conversations with both professionals and producers about addressing mental health in ag and how we can adequately remedy the stresses.

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The Ag Queen Podcast

In the Ag Queen Podcast, you will hear from the movers and shakers that are shaping the agriculture industry.

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Ag on Tap

Husband and wife ag radio personalities Sabrina and Rusty Halvorson team up in this upbeat, fun, and informative show about unique ag stories. Together, they get answers to questions others are afraid to ask. Why are pumpkins so hard to grow? How many apples are in a pint of cider? Are alpacas hugga...

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Midwest Farm Wives

Grab your beverage of choice and hang out with Whitney and Kylie, your farm wife besties, on their weekly podcast where they chat about midwest farm life, motherhood, rural living, plus so much more.

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June 20, 2025: New World Screwworm Update + A Look at the EPA’s Renewable Fuel Standard

Jun 20, 2025

In this week’s episode, we explore the USDA’s new solution to combat the New World Screwworm, break down the EPA’s latest Renewable Fuel Standard and sit down with a soybean crusher who shares how he got his start in the biodiesel industry. In the news, President Trump halts immigration raids on farms and food plants after pushback from ag groups. An Indiana equipment dealer faces 17 felony charges in a $750,000 farm fraud case. We broke down the EPA’s new Renewable Fuel Standard. Plus, China reopens trade to over 100 U.S. meat plants, fertilizer markets tighten amid global conflict and Capitol Hill cools off with the dairy industry’s annual ice cream celebration. This week’s interview shares some of the uncertainty leading up to the Environmental Protection Agency’s recent guidance on the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) released this past week. Michelle Stangler visited Incobrasa, a soybean crush and biodiesel facility in Illinois, where she spoke with Quality Control Manager Kerry Fogarty during a tour organized by the Clean Fuels Alliance America. Fogarty shared insights on the history of the biodiesel tax incentive, the impact of recent plant shutdowns and what the RFS means to facilities like Incobrasa. He also discussed the uncertainty surrounding expansion projects at the facility, along with concerns about the recent cutbacks to the USAID program. The conversation highlighted both challenges and opportunities for soybean-based fuels moving forward. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

June 13, 2025: Iowa Pipeline Veto & Welcome New Intern, Jacie Ambrose

Jun 13, 2025

This week’s episode covers Iowa’s pipeline veto, a federal judge ruling John Deere must face an FTC lawsuit and we introduce Jacie Ambrose as our new intern! At the forefront of the news, Iowa Governor Reynolds vetoes a bill that would have limited eminent domain for carbon pipelines, igniting debate over landowner rights. John Deere faces an FTC lawsuit over right-to-repair restrictions and USDA budget cuts threaten conservation programs and staffing. Plus, international officials approve new vaccine standards aimed at controlling African Swine Fever and a possible HPAI prevention method is in the works. We're excited to welcome Jacie Ambrose as the newest intern at Ag News Daily! A Nebraska native and current student at the University of Nebraska Omaha, Jacie got her start in rural local radio, where she discovered a passion for agriculture and communications. In this episode, we sit down with Jacie to talk about her background, what drew her to ag media and what she’s looking forward to during her time with us. Feel free to send Jacie story ideas at: jacie@agnewsdaily.com Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

June 6, 2025: Trade and Tariff Updates, Renewable Fuels

Jun 6, 2025

This week’s episode covers new steel and aluminum tariffs, trade developments, and an inside look at the clean fuels sector. In the news: U.S. and India trade talks may boost ag exports, the USDA leads a trade mission to Peru and Iowa signs an $800 million grain deal with Vietnam. We also cover rising steel and aluminum prices from new tariffs, biodiesel market uncertainty, and a new mentorship program for young corn farmers. Trade and tariffs were front and center in a conversation with David Salmonsen, senior director of governmental relations at the American Farm Bureau Federation. Ag News Daily reporter and producer Michelle Stangler joined a media tour hosted by Clean Fuels Alliance America, where she explored the biodiesel market. With more soybean growers investing in biodiesel, the industry is watching closely for EPA updates on the Renewable Fuel Standard. Michelle gained insights from industry consultant, Pete Probst of Indigenous Energy. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

Season 6, Episode 1: The Pig Livability Project: Past, Present and Future

Jun 2, 2025

We are kicking off a new season of the PigX Podcast discussing the history of the Pig Livability Project, the current efforts and resources used to share information with the swine industry and how the project is continuing in the months ahead. Joining us on this episode are Dr. David Rosero, assistant professor at Iowa State University, and Dr. Joel DeRouchey, professor and state extension leader at Kansas State University. They will also highlight the upcoming Second International Conference on Pig Livability, taking place on November 5–6 in Omaha, Nebraska. For more details about the conference, visit https://piglivability.org/2025-conference. For project updates and additional resources, visit www.piglivability.org.

May 30, 2025: U.S. Cattle Trade, New World Screwworm Update

May 30, 2025

Many stories and an interview discussing the U.S. livestock industry in this week’s episode, along with ag policy, crop conditions and market news. Agriculture news this week includes weekly crop, weather and market updates in addition to several top agriculture related headlines. On the ag policy front, hundreds of agricultural groups have sent a letter urging Congress to pass legislation that would protect access to key pesticides, another $1 billion for livestock products affected by drought or wildfire in 2023 or 2024 and $14.5 million increase in federal reimbursements to support state meat and poultry inspection programs. Related to the livestock sector, CattleFax CEO Randy Blach recently stated the U.S. cattle herd rebuilding effort may finally be gaining momentum, recently announced $21 million investment in a sterile fly facility in Mexico to fight against the New World screwworm and the USDA’s Chief Veterinarian stating the U.S. will likely resume Mexican cattle imports by the end of the year. We close out May Beef Month with an interview talking about many of the challenges the U.S. cattle industry is facing from both bull and bear perspective with National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Ethan Lane. He talks about some of the opportunities and challenges for U.S. beef in trade relationships, New World screwworm concerns and more when Delaney Howell was in Washington D.C. for the annual NAFB Washington Watch event. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

May 23, 2025: Potential Trade Shifts, and Innovation in Equipment Management

May 23, 2025

This week’s episode covers USDA related news, trade conversations happening between the United States and China and an interview with Tracey Wiedmeyer, CEO and Co-Founder of Gripp, a platform connecting the lifespan of equipment on the farm to a log of information. Agriculture news this week includes federal updates, new policy changes and emerging challenges in the agricultural industry. The USDA is rolling out its annual national producer survey and launching an initiative aimed at supporting family farms. We also discuss a proposed shipping bill that could benefit small craft beer and wine producers, signs of progress in United States and China trade negotiations and the return of a crop disease. Plus, data highlights shifting financial trends for farmers in the Midwest. In this week’s interview, Tracey Wiedmeyer shares how Gripp is transforming farm operations by streamlining equipment management. We discuss how the company began, how the software uses a QR code and what feedback they have received from farmers to bankers. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

May 16, 2025: Planting Progress Surges, Livestock Border Closure, and the Future of 45Z

May 16, 2025

Summer weather hits early as farmers push ahead with planting. We cover rapid planting pace, the USDA’s emergency livestock border closure over Screwworm concerns, and a major new U.S.-UK trade deal. Plus, ransomware attacks on the rise for U.S. agriculture, the House proposes significant SNAP cuts, and the 45Z biofuels tax credit may receive a four-year extension. Then we sit down with Geoff Cooper, President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, to talk about the future of E15 and what the 45Z extension means for the industry. Be sure to subscribe and follow @AgNewsDaily for the latest ag updates!

May 9, 2025: Ag Policy News This Week in D.C.

May 9, 2025

This week’s episode includes coverage from our team in Washington D.C. and an interview with an entrepreneur with over ten years in the soil health business. Our D.C. coverage includes insights and quotes from U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, NRCS Chief Aubrey J.D. Bettencourt, and USDA Chief Meteorologist Brad Rippey. Topics include recent U.S. trade wins, the latest developments on the Waters of the U.S. rule, government downsizing or what guests referred to as rightsizing and yet another delay in the Farm Bill markup. We also report on a new economic impact study on the biomass-based diesel industry and Bayer’s decision to exit the seed treatment equipment market. In this month’s interview, we hear what led Landom Oldham from Heartland Soil Services to starting the company over 10 years ago, the risks he had to take and how soil health awareness among farmers has grown. Oldham did not grow up on a farm, but now is actively involved in the agriculture industry and provides a planting update from the Kansas area. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

Season 5, Episode 11: New Split Suckling Research Reveals Surprises

May 5, 2025

A recent research collaboration between a university and a commercial farm studied 1,500 sows and 22,000 piglets and discovered unexpected findings about the common practice of split suckling. Their research found that this long-standing practice might not be benefiting piglets on day one as much as producers previously thought. Discussing the research are Mikayla Spinler, a graduate research assistant at Kansas State University, and Ashley Hartman, a research coordinator at Pillen Family Farms and DNA Genetics. The two discuss how the research was chosen, conducted and next steps on today’s episode.

May 2, 2025: Celebrating National Beef Month with Industry News, and More

May 2, 2025

This week’s episode covers the latest in agriculture including recent EPA announcements, updates in ag policy and an interview with a Nebraska beef producer who is selling direct to consumer. Agriculture news this week includes the EPA issuing an emergency waiver allowing nationwide sales of E15 fuel during the summer months. The agency also announced its final insecticide strategy. In other headlines, charges have been dropped against a South Dakota ranch family, and a new update has been released on the New World screwworm. Meanwhile, the Rural Mainstreet Index has fallen below growth-neutral for the 18th time in the past 19 months. Despite a decline in U.S. feed grain and oilseed imports, China’s grain supply is not expected to be significantly impacted, and more ag news. Happy National Beef Month! This month’s interview highlights how one family ranch in Nebraska is helping launch a nonprofit aimed at getting more locally raised beef into school meal programs. Hear from Jordan Classen of Classen Land and Cattle as she shares their story, along with valuable tips for producers interested in starting their own direct-to-consumer beef business. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

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Featured Podcasts

Ag News Daily Podcast

Girls Talk Ag Podcast

PigX

Ag State of Mind

The Ag Queen Podcast

Ag on Tap

Midwest Farm Wives

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