Ag News Daily

Well it's finally Friday! Snow is moving in to much of the great plains and midwest, and many farmers will firing up their tractors to put them in snow removal duty - so we thought we'd check in with the Association of Equipment Manufacturers and see how farm machinery sales went in 2018 and we'll look ahead to 2019 with Curt Blades, their senior vice president of ag machinery for the group.

Today, we discussed the change in Iowa's Ag Gag Law, USDA plan to buy meat, government shutdown continues, and Delaney talks about cheese. We also were able to catch up with our new intern from Iowa State University, Madison Honkomp.

News continues to be slow as the government shutdown lags on into its 19th day. However, Secretary Sonny Perdue announced that MFP payment signup deadline will be extended in light of the shutdown. US-China negotiations continue to be fairly tight-lipped but the Chinese did release a statement saying they were going to continue increasing importing US agricultural products. On such news, the S&P 500 index continued its 4th day increase. Finally, tune in to hear Ray Bohacz, also known as the Hot Rod Farmer, discussing how he got his start in the industry and has become a prominent technical equipment writer for his own site, Successful Farming, and others.

Lots of news today on the tech front as China makes some overtures to the US and Canada and India's Supreme Court upholds crop patents.For our TechTuesday interview, we talk with Dr. Paul South from the USDA-ARS about research he has been working on in helping plants overcome an issue with how they process carbon dioxide; and what that research might mean for food production in the future

Trade talks begin today in China and tomorrow in D.C. so trade news is running the headlines today! China is back in the soybean market, and the EU is publishing some impressive soybean import statsWe'll learn if any of that news is turning in to dollars for growers by talking to our cash grains expert, Angie Setzer @GoddessofGrain on Twitter

Well folks, it's the first Friday of 2019! Only 51 more work weeks until it's 2020 already! For today's episode, Mike and Delaney chat about today's employment report release, an update on the Chinese spread of African Swine Fever, and a little more detail on the recent decision to allow US rice in to China.Plus, Brian Allmer from the BARN has today's interview with Clint Mefford from the Angus Assoc. about the upcoming events at the National Western Stock Show in Denver. Have a great weekend!

Our good friend and resident weather guru Ed Vallee from Vallee Weather Consulting joins us today to talk through what to expect this month weather-wise. We look at both North and South American weather forecasts today - might be some surprises in store!Plus, who's feeding the zoo animals?!? Delaney has some hard hitting zoology news for us today, in additional to the usual shinanigans from Washington D.C.

Happy New Year everybody! Today we've got a lot of news out of South America, updates on the trade front with China, and a move to the upside in the soybean market.Plus, Mike has a conversation with Ron Wulfkuhle, the Head of Genetics and Seed at Farmers Business Network about the offerings they have for the upcoming year and how they are planning to disrupt the seed industry. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform!

Farm Bill authorizes more ag trade with Cuba, another case of corruption in Brazil involving JBS and Government shutdown is a possibility.Lucas Strom of Farmers Business Network discusses the new health insurance program being offered by Farmers Business Network.

As funding is still waiting to be passed in DC a government shutdown looms on the horizon, John Deere has recently announced a startup collaboration project for ag tech companies, oil prices have hit an 18 month low, Japan is just 2 weeks away from lowering beef tariffs on countries engaged in the CPTPP, and China has bought another small purchase of US soybeans. Derrick Josi , a dairy farmer from Oregon and ag advocate, joins for today's episode.

Signing of the Farm Bill on the horizon, Congress is working on a short-term funding bill, and Exxon Mobil gets a small refinery waiver. Josh Sewell of Taxpayers for Common Sense joins to discuss the Farm Bill.

President Trump approves the second round of MFP payments for producers, confirmation on the wires that China has purchased another shipment of an unknown amount of US soybeans, updates from across the livestock industry related to health and disease, and the Farm Bill may be signed into law as early as Thursday by President Trump.Joe Dales Vice President and Cofounder of farms.com joins for today's #TechTuesday interview.

Secretary Perdue meets with President Trump about the second tranche of MFP payments, and the latest on trade with the EU and the Farm Bill.Ted Seifried from the Zaner Group joins for today's #MarketMonday episode.

Iowa farmland value decreasing USDA launching a rural broadband program and Brazil not expecting any changes if China removes their tariffs on US soy.Michael Dolch of the Iowa Soybean Association joins to discuss the Farm Bill and the second MFP payment.

More information about the Farm Bill while the cultured meat industry might be growing.High Ground Dairy's Director of Operations Alyssa Badger joins today to talk about dairy markets.

In the news today: a honeybee vaccine is on the horizon, China purchases soybeans from the US, Syngenta lawsuit finally paying out, and a report talks about increased soybean crushing capacity over the next three years. David Miller of the Iowa Farm Bureau joins to discuss world trade insights.

It's a little late today, but that's because we had an 807 page Farm Bill drop today that we had to read! Just kidding, we haven't read it, but we do have some important points to discuss. Also, there may be a new focus coming on child labor in agriculture with a new report from the Government Accountability Office.Plus, it's #TechTuesday and Delaney brings us a conversation with Michael Ott from Rantizo, a young company utilizing drones for herbicide application. Be sure to subscribe!

Trade talks with China continue while Farm Bill text is approaching. New GMO labeling rule to be out at the end of the year. Brian Hoops of Midwest Market Solutions joins for this #MarketMonday episode

Release of a new WOTUS rule, crop insurance deadlines are fast approaching, OPEC announces a production cut, and John Deere issues a 10% larger dividend. Kristen Nichols of Hemp Industry Daily shares insight on the hemp industry.

China dominates headlines with the recent arrest of top Huawei businesswoman and officials gear up to import US liquified natural gas and soybeans. USDA invests money into rural water and water infrastructure, while OPEC's recent news may cause gas prices to rise. Secretary Purdue addresses the Illinois Farm Bureau Conference about issues including the Farm Bill.

Rumors about Farm Bill text circulate while PETA releases a new campaign targeting common phrases. Perdue's Ag economy barometer notes producer sentiment held steady for November. Bill Hejl of Amenia, North Dakota shares his experience participating in the Market Facilitation Program

Millennials cause consumption of tuna to go down, high quality beef is at a record high production in the US, and China trade deal discussion continues. Darren Anderson of Vive Crop Protection joins for today's Tech Tuesday episode.

The G20 summit takes center stage over the weekend causing commodities to jump, China's soft agreement with the US dominates today's trade news, MFP's second tranche is still expected to drop later this week, as well as the Farm Bill's official text Todd "Bubba" Horwitz of Bubbatrading.com shares his take on the latest market developments.

USCMA agreement finalized and signed, Farm Bill rumors continue to circulate, and the USDA could release the second round of trade aid payments as early as next week. Leon Sheets, 2017 Pig Farmer of the Year and IPPA President, shares his nearly fatal accident and advocates for farmer safety.

Farm Bill details continue to circulate and the upcoming G20 summit may raise concerns if the USMCA agreement is not signed. The EU remains insistent that agriculture not be included in any free trade agreement talks between the EU and the US. Rob Erich talks about the Beef Quality Assurance Program.

On today's episode the latest update on the Farm Bill, rumors circling around the upcoming G20 summit, South Africa's beef export expansion into China, and Knickers the Steer. Mitchell Rozeboom joins to talk about his experience with AgriCoprs in Ghana.

Changes coming to the Renewable Fuel Industry, negotiations with Canada on the dairy front, and forestry issues might affect the farm bill. Keith Petersen, head of strategy at Barchart, gives us insight to their new "cmdty by Barchart" platform.

The latest updates on African Swine Fever in China and payment amounts through the Market Facilitation Program. Argentina and US are close to a bilateral fresh beef trade agreement, and Beyond Meat is going public. For today's #MarketMonday episode, Elaine Kub gives her thoughts on markets.

Happy Thanksgiving's Day Eve, everyone! Today's episode features an update on some trade stuff, Thanksgiving 'fun facts' and an interview with Megan Harper, a Texas Aggie who spent time in Liberia working with students and farmers to help them develop their agricultural systems. Just a reminder that there will be no podcast on Thursday for Thanksgiving, and we're not planning on doing a Friday episode either, unless the markets really start to move, then we'll do an update. Have a happy Thanksgiving, everybody!

Special guest host Lorrie Boyer, fellow farm broadcaster and president of the National Association of Farm Broadcasters, joins Delaney to discuss crop progress reports, cell cultured meats, and the farm bill. CEO of Swine Tech Matthew Rooda for Tech Tuesday

Farm Bill talk continues, cell cultured meat regulations, and the second tranche for USDA's farmer assistance package are discussed on today's #MarketMonday episode. Zaner Market Analyst Brian Grossman joins to discuss markets.

Schwans sells 80% of stock to a South Korean Company, Greenplains ethanol production closing shop, and Cotton exports are down. Join Jim Bair, CEO & President of the US Apple Growers Association, as he discusses apples.

More about the Farm Bill while impacts from Hurricane Michael continue. Mike and Delaney talk Thanksgiving turkey. Join Kim Reddin of Colorado Corn Growers as she talks about Colorado corn and layers of onion information.

Farm bill talk continues, large production of oil causes additional railroad transportation, Iowa State University studies the trade war effects, and Bruce Gaarder talks with Randy Gard about ethanol. Lynn Crisp, President of the National Corn Grower's Association joins us to talk about corn!

Farm Bill extended another year, 35 year high of soybean exports to Argentina, and consumers are eating more pork and beef.Join CEO of Advanced Animal Diagnostics Joy Parr Drach as she explains recent advancements in technology.

Short episode today, as it is Veterans Day but we do have a very big announcement to make about the Global Ag Network! It is going live tomorrow morning, Tuesday morning! If you have had trouble getting the podcast on your favorite podcast app, please be patient. We think we solved the problem, but it will take another 24 hours to really get right. Thanks to all of Veterans today, and good luck to all the farmers trying to get their harvest wrapped up!

The USDA forecasts that Chinese imports have fallen, Colin Peterson to meet with Chairman Conaway to discuss the Farm Bill, and the Trump administration is moving to reconsider the anti-dumping tariff duties that have shut off biodiesel imports from Argentina. Chief Agricultural Negotiator Gregg Doud shares his outlook on trade.

Delaney is down in Kansas City for the National Association of Farm Broadcasters annual convention and she was able to hear comments made by USDA Undersecretary for Trade Gregg Doud earlier today. He spoke about some of the conversations being had with other trading partners like Japan and EU and reflected on the restrictions those countries have put in place. Mike brings the news from the Fed, USDA, and the Chinese National Statistics Bureau for today's episode

Live from the National Association of Farm Broadcaster's Convention in Kansas City this week! Mike and Delaney will be bringing you updates from the best of the best! For today's discussion, Chad Colby, tech guru, shares his thoughts about the future of ag technology. The news seems to be a little calmer today with the end of Mid-term elections which Mike and Delaney discuss the implications for agriculture as well as other top news for Ag including trade negotiations with China, the Ag Economy barometer confidence index, and more!

It's another #TechTuesday here on the Ag News Daily podcast, and Delaney brings us a great conversation with an outside the box thinker who has had some very cool news. Plus, Mike brings in the news from China, the U.S. economy, and a look at what's causing some trouble in this year's corn crop

Delaney Howell and Mike Pearson bring you today's latest news including trade talk, what's going on in the dairy industry, market updates, and a conversation with Bruce Schmoll who serves as Chairman for the U.S. Meat Export Federation. Tune back in Monday when they bring more news and industry leader interviews!

In today's episode, we learn a little more about Delaney, talk news, discuss the grain trade with Elaine Kub and gain some insight on the Live Cattle trade with Cassie Fish, author at www.thebeefread.com

Join hosts Delaney Howell and Mike Pearson as they take a look at the budget released by the Trump Administration, and talk markets with Ted Seifried.

China's International Import Expo is in full swing, a new addition to a WTO proposal adds pressure to China and India to be more transparent in their trade, USDA teams up with FDA to regulate cell-based meat products, meanwhile the first case of corn root worm resistance to Herculex found in Delaware County, Iowa. Darin Newsom joins in for #MarketMonday

Potential deal being drawn to try to stop the trade conflict, China continues attempts to curb African Swine Fever while their soybean meal prices are at a two month low, and a judge dismisses a case over the content of "100% Grated Parmesan Cheese." Casey Seymour for Moving Iron discusses machinery.

Holy buckets! Soybeans rallied 30 cents today on the strength of a tweet from President Trump! Delaney and Mike break down that movement, plus field reporter Bruce Gaarder brings us an interview with Jim Dobrowolski about the concerns over the Ogallala Aquifer in Nebraska. And, we've added a new face (or voice) to the Ag News Daily podcast with our new intern, Katie Haage; so we spoke with her today so listeners can get to know her as well. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite source for podcasts!

Spooky trivia, Illinois moving toward solar power, and African Swine Fever continues to spread. Laura Barber of Barber Cattle highlights what it is like to be a cattle buyer.

Chickens playing dress-up, harvest progress update, and consumer confidence is up. Sarah Hovinga discusses microbes in agriculture.

Mike makes coffee, Brazil has a new president, and China tries to curb African Swine Fever. Brian Splitt joins us for our #MarketMonday and looks at equities and commodities!