Best AG INFORMATION NETWORK OF THE WEST Podcasts (2025)

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Short Corn Benefits

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Short-stature corn offers several benefits to growers, including improved standability due to its shorter height and larger stalks, which allows for higher planting densities without compromising stability.

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MCOOL Returns

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President Donald Trump’s idea to import more beef from Argentina has restarted the debate over ‘Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling’.

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Cattle Markets Volatile Reaction

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Why the cattle market's overreaction to the POTUS's indicates a broken system, suggesting it is too thin and overly sensitive to rumors and statements.

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MAHA Fueled Changes are Not Improving Americans' Health

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Concerns in the MAHA report from the International Fresh Produce Association.

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Cattle Placements and Marketings Continue Lower Trend

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The USDA has resumed issuing cattle on feed reports,

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WOTUS Rewrite

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EPA chief Lee Zeldin has followed through on his commitment to give farmers and ranchers relief from years of burdensome "Waters of the U.S." rules upended by the Supreme Court in 2023.

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Sorghum Economics Struggling

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Amy France, chairwoman of the National Sorghum Producers, discusses the impact of rising input costs and declining sorghum prices on farmers.

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Thanksgiving Dinner Cheaper

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American Farm Bureau Federation economist, Faith Parum says consumers should expect some slight relief at the grocery store when shopping for Thanksgiving dinner.

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Three Disaster Relief Programs Begin Sign Up Today

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The USDA has launched the second stage of its Supplemental Disaster Relief Program to provide aid to farmers for crop, tree, bush, vine, and quality losses not covered by the initial stage.

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Hazelnut Health 2

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Listen up older folks worried about age-related health issues like Alzheimer's, hazelnuts can significantly improve your levels of two key micronutrients, magnesium and vitamin E. That’s according to a study out of Oregon State University.

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Part 2: Cattle Group Antitrust Case Complements POTUS' Plan

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R-CALF USA is pursuing a private antitrust case against meat packers, supported by credible law firms. This action complements the U.S. government's ongoing investigation into meat packer conduct, initiated during the first Trump administration and exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Hazelnut Health 1

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Listen up older folks worried about age-related health issues like Alzheimer's, hazelnuts can significantly improve your levels of two key micronutrients, magnesium and vitamin E. That’s according to a study out of Oregon State University.

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Barbed Wire

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Barbed wire is an indispensable part of many farms across rural America. And, if you done any work on a farm, you’ve undoubtedly gotten tangled up in barbed wire a time or two. But where did we get barbed wire?

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Part 1: Cattle Group Supports POTUS Cattle Packer Probe

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R-CALF USA highlighted a longstanding issue where cattle prices have not reflected beef prices, with cattle prices falling from 2021 while beef prices hit records.

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Year-Round E15 Would Benefit Whole Ag Economy

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The American Farm Bureau Federation suggests that expanding biofuel production could boost farm revenue and the rural economy.

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Vive Crop Protection

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There are plenty of new and improved tools and ways farmers go about producing our food, and Vive Crop Protection wants to help.

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Cattle Market Sensitivity

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The Trump administration's comments on lowering consumer beef prices have caused significant volatility in the cattle markets, according to R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard.

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Decluttering the Farm

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Clutter around the house, the farm or in the shop silently takes up mental space and can make it harder for you to focus on the task at hand.

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Strange Catte Feed

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When feedstocks are tight, think outside the box. That advice comes from Joe Bender, veterinarian and a professor at the University of Pennsylvania.

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SNAP Uncertainty Raises Conver for Diary Producers

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The National Milk Producers Federation emphasizes the importance of SNAP, particularly for purchases of fluid milk, yogurt, and cheese, and the WIC program.

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MCOOL Back in Conversations

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The National Farmers supports the potential reintroduction of mandatory country of origin labeling (MCOOL) for beef in the U.S. due to increased beef imports, particularly from Argentina, following President Trump's announcement

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USDA and the Vote to Reopen Government

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The full-year USDA spending bill, which was a part of the bill that reopened the government, was a rare point of bipartisan agreement as the House voted this week.

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Are Tariffs Good for Agriculture

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Kam Quarles, CEO at the National Potato Council, says tariffs create leverage and that leverage creates opportunity … but you’ve got to use the leverage in the right way.

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A Mission to Gain Ag Trade Feedback

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Farmers for Free Trade has been touring the U.S. to gather feedback on the importance of trade to agriculture.

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Potato Expo 2026

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Potato Expo 2026, North America’s largest annual potato industry conference and trade show, is fast approaching, January 6-8 in Dallas, Texas.

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US Wheat Report Released

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The US Wheat Associates' latest crop quality report highlights a significant increase in US wheat production, the highest since 2016, aided by favorable conditions following years of drought.

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Buy Local for Holiday Cooking

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As you plan your holiday cooking, baking and gift-giving, consider local farm products.

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The US Needs More Bison

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The National Bison Association (NBA) is launching an educational initiative funded by a new USDA grant to boost herd numbers and industry growth.

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Disappointment with U.S.-Japan Trade Deal

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The National Potato Council is very disappointed with the U.S.-Japan trade agreement reached last week.

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Managing Cattle Market Emotions

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The emotional impact of cattle market fluctuations on producers, particularly those who sell annually.

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SCOTUS Hears Cases

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It’s a big week for President Trump’s tariffs and the SNAP food stamp program, with both issues before the courts.

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Port Fees Removed as Part of US-China Trade Deal

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The US-China trade framework has led to China resuming imports of various U.S. agricultural goods, although specifics are still undisclosed. The U.S. has also removed port fees for Chinese-owned ships, easing tensions. Smaller agreements with Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam are also in progress, benefiting sectors like dairy, poultry, ric…

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US Bison Industry Needs More Production

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The US Bison industry is experiencing declining bison herd numbers due to drought, trade challenges, tariffs, natural disasters, and a shrinking workforce.

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Potato Expo Early Registration

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If you are planning to attend the Potato Expo January 6-8 in Dallas, Texas, but have yet to register, your chance to save a little on your registration ends tomorrow, January 7th.

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USDA Secretary Not Ready to Open US Border to Mexican Cattle

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The US and Mexico have not yet resolved the issue of Mexican beef cattle exports to the US due to an outbreak of the New World Screw Worm in Mexico

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Winter Weather Wetter

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With La Nina now firmly in place, our upcoming winter months should be a bit cooler and a bit wetter than average.

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Dairy Industry Engaged in MAHA, Dietary Guidelines Process

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National Milk Producers Federation on the evolving agricultural and nutrition policy.

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Federal Farm Program Acreage Dimension Changes

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The Farm Service Agency is taking into account new urban farming trends in it's acreage reporting guidelines.

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Shutdown - Who Will Blink First

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Since 1976, there have been 21 federal government shutdowns, and this one is now one of the longest. But between Republicans and Democrats, who will blink first?

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The Fix Our Forest Act Gains Traction

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The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry has advanced the Fix Our Forests Act, a bipartisan bill led by House Natural Resources Chairman Westerman. The bill, which has previously passed the House, aims to expand grazing as a hazardous fuel mitigation tool and provide systematic support for producers affected by wildfires.…

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Senate Vote Ends Tariffs

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In a 51-47 vote, the US Senate voted to end President Trump’s global tariffs sending the measure to the House, while the US Supreme Court may have the final word.

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Argentine Cattle Imports and Psychology in the US Cattle Industry

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President Donald Trump's plan to increase Argentinian beef imports to the U.S. is unlikely to significantly reduce consumer retail prices. The real impact may be psychological, potentially discouraging U.S. cattle producers from investing in their herds.

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Trade Optimism

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Trade is certainly a hot topic among the ag community, with farmers and ranchers facing concerns on a number of fronts.

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Changes in H2A Program

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Good news and bad news for some states when it comes to the wage rate changes by the Trump Administration.

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Farm Bill Odds

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The National Farmers Union continues to focus on key policy priorities, including the urgent need for a new farm bill.

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Long Time Sheep Leader To Retire

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A reflection of the changes that Peter Orwich, long-time sheep industry leader, has seen during his tenure with the American Sheep Industry Association.

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Beef Import Threats

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American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall says President Trump’s plan to increase beef imports from places like Argentina threatens an already fragile recovery for cattle farmers and the industry in general

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Trump Post on Cattle Industry is Incorrect

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The cattle industry is shaken up after talk of importing more cattle from Argentina, and then, a post that many in the industry say is incorrect information.

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Trump Reaction

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President Trump fired back at American cattle producers upset by his plan to buy beef from Argentina to help lower beef prices in the U.S. StoneX's Arlan Suderman responds.