Hoosier Ag Today Podcast Network

Coming up on today’s podcast— Eric Pfeiffer chats with Dubois County farmer J.R. Roesner, who’s also on the board of the National Corn Growers Association—as they talk about EPA’s waiver allowing summer sales of E-15—as well as the need for permanent, year-round E-15! Greg Allen reports how Indiana 4-H members are learning about robots—or “cobots”! Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast. Plus, Brian Basting with Advance Trading reviews Friday’s grain and livestock markets—and has a preview of USDA’s two huge quarterly reports coming up this Tuesday. That’s all coming up your way next—on the Hoosier Ag Today Daily Podcast!

It's the "Hoosier Ag This Week" Podcast for March 28, 2026!

Coming up on today’s podcast— Imagine using tape made from soybeans! It’s becoming a reality thanks to the winners of the Purdue University Soy Innovation Competition. Eric Pfeiffer chats with the winners of that competition. Greg Allen talks with Patrick DeHaan with GasBuddy.com about the rising fuel costs—that are impacting all of us—especially America’s farmers! Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast. Plus, Karl Setzer reviews Thursday’s grain and livestock markets—and has a preview of USDA’s two big quarterly reports coming up this Tuesday. That’s all coming up your way next—on the Hoosier Ag Today Daily Podcast!

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.

Coming up on today’s podcast— You hear about an event this weekend that’s helping veterans turn in their combat boots for farm boots! It’s the Veterans IN Farming Indiana State Meeting this Saturday in downtown Indy. Greg Allen has more on the push by ag leaders to get more support from President Trump and your lawmakers on Capitol Hill. Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast. Plus, Arlan Suderman with StoneX reviews Tuesday’s grain markets. That’s all coming up your way next—on the Hoosier Ag Today Daily Podcast!

Spring is here, and many growers are looking for opportunities to get corn in the ground early. When conditions line up for an early start, it can be a major advantage. But planting early means paying close attention to the factors that can influence corn emergence and development. In this episode, Mike Howell sits down with Dr. Erick J. Larson, a professor and extension agronomy specialist from Mississippi State University, to explore the advantages and risks of early planting, how soil temperature and moisture impact emergence and how early-season decisions can shape your corn's potential. They also uncover the value of starter fertilizers in corn, strategies for cover crop and nitrogen management and important considerations to make before the planter starts rolling. Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics

Coming up on today’s podcast— Eric Pfeiffer reports on the impact that bird flu has had on Indiana’s poultry sector since March 1st. Greg Allen has more on the new approach to crop nutrition that Azotic offers producers. Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast. Plus, John Zanker with Farmers Keeper Financial reviews Monday’s grain markets. That’s all coming up your way next—on the Hoosier Ag Today Daily Podcast!

This week we step into the thick of a controversial plan to sequester carbon via high pressure deep injection well underneath acres and acres of northern Indiana farmland. The community seemingly doesn't want it, the county government is trying to handle the proposals in a correct manner and the project proposers seem hellbent on forcing it through. Courts may still yet have to decide some parts of this fiasco, time will tell. Does this affect all of you? Likely not. But this sounds eerily similar to stories about data centers, solar fields, other carbon capture programs and other economic development that comes on the backs of agriculture, so we all should probably pay attention. This kind of playbook is becoming more and more commonplace.

The demand for biobased materials is growing on a global scale, with no signals of that pace slowing any time soon. One startup has leveraged the power of synthetic biology to turn industrial byproducts into biomaterials. This week, Ourobio CEO Alec Brewer joins us to talk the company’s founding, contributing to a circular economy and their innovation process – end-to-end. Highlights include: The company’s origin story out of the University of Virginia and how it has evolved Ourobio’s innovation process, end-to-end, that produces bio-based materials Pivoting as an entrepreneur and knowing when they needed to tilt their business model to capture and offer value The Ourobio differentiation, which includes safety, color of pigmentation of polymer and affordability Alec’s perspective on the regulatory environment, what needs to be defined and how this conversation should evolve as this market continues to grow Biggest headwinds Ourobio has faced as a startup and how they’ve navigated their challenges in the early stage Feedback from companies that are moving to more bio-based materials Where Alec sees the biggest opportunity for bioinnovation reshape traditional industries in the coming decade Tools and technologies that have had the greatest impact on accelerating innovation for Ourobio’s scale and precision How partnerships and collaboration have paved the way for Alec and the Ourobio team’s entrepreneurial success What success looks like at this stage for the company and what’s ahead for Ourobio that has Alec most excited

Coming up on the HAT Daily Podcast for Monday, March 22, 2026: Eric Pfeiffer reports on the latest innovation from Beck’s Hybrids. Greg Allen has more on the challenges facing farmers regarding the military operation in Iran and tensions across the Middle East. Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says it’s another rollercoaster week in terms of temperatures. And, Brian Basting with Advanced Trading looks back at what led to a very volatile week last week for the grain markets.

It's the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast for March 21, 2026.

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. CJ Miller and Greg Allen have the news including a new tool from the Indiana Board of Animal Health that can help you find a new vet for your pet or livestock, and what President Trump is doing in an effort to help with the rising cost of fertilizer.

On the Thursday edition of the HAT Daily Podcast: You’ll hear C.J. Miller's conversation with Indiana Governor Mike Braun following his announcement of a $1 Billion initiative to make Indiana the Ag and BioTech Capital of the U.S. Eric Pfeiffer reports on the devasting wildfires impacting farmers and ranchers across Nebraska. It's time to break out the shorts once again—Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says Spring temperatures return in his Indiana Farm Forecast. And, Tom Fritz with EFG Group explains what caused the grain markets across the board to finally trade on the higher side on Wednesday. That’s all coming up your way next—on the Hoosier Ag Today Daily Podcast!

On the Wednesday edition of the Hoosier Ag Today Daily Podcast: As National Agriculture Week unfolds, McDonald's of Greater Indiana is turning the spotlight on Hoosier farmers, celebrating the people behind every meal. Sophia Shannon reports how Indiana FFA is opening doors to accommodate more students and provide training to those of all abilities. Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast. And, it was a brutal day for soybean futures with 70-cent losses on Monday. But, it was a different story for soybeans on Tuesday. Arlan Suderman with StoneX explains coming up on the Hoosier Ag Today Daily Podcast.

When margins are tight, every fertilizer decision carries more weight. Should you build soil test levels, apply nutrients strictly based on crop response or chase ideal soil ratios? Which is best for your soil, crops and bottom line? In this episode, Mike Howell sits down with Dr. Bryan G. Hopkins to explore the three most common approaches to fertilization and soil fertility - build and maintain, sufficiency and base saturation - and the advantages and disadvantages of each. They dig into what the research says about each approach, where each approach fits and how your strategy may change when you're farming owned land versus rented acres. Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics

It's the "St. Patrick's Day" edition of the HAT Daily Podcast! Eric Pfeiffer reports on the push by ag leaders to find more creative ways to use soybeans. That includes a competition coming up next week at Purdue. Greg Allen has more on the latest technology from John Deere. Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast. AND, it was a very rough day for the grain markets on Monday – in fact, limit losses for soybean futures. John Zanker with Farmer’s Keeper Financial provides some insight into what led to the brutal day of trade on Monday.

The new Red Barn Podcast theme song brings a different sound to Episode 130, but feel good vibes are a little more rare in this podcast. Ryan is not in love with articulated boom lifts, and the winds of this past week do not help. Weather in general is bi-polar. Some farmers in other parts of the country are throwing in the towel, and it feels like we are getting price gouged on everything these days. But, we continue to try and find some nuggets to pass along your way.

From seed selection to input purchases and beyond, farmers are responsible for a litany of data points that require decisions on their operations each season. Having tools to enable confident, informed decisions isn’t just a “nice to have” in modern production agriculture, it’s imperative. We are joined by Beck’s Hybrids’ Jim Schwartz, Director of Research, Agronomy and Practical Farm Research, to talk about the launch of their new platform – SeedIQ – its capabilities and the dealer, and farmer, mindset heading into a growing season. Highlights include: What PFR (Practical Farm Research) does to help farmers grow their operations and how it’s different than other research projects within companies Conversations with growers heading into the planting season; what those entail, how they are preparing and their sentiment given the current headwinds being faced The power of certainty being tied to decision-making and how Jim has seen expectations shift over the years when it comes to seed performance, agronomic support and digital tools The balance of innovation adoption and risk management “Innovation that matters” and what that means to the Beck’s team, their definition of innovation and its implications beyond ROI Launching SeedIQ, what the platform does and how it better serves dealers and farmers The gaps Jim and the team identified that led them to develop the SeedIQ platform Dealer and grower response to the launch of the tool heading into a growing season What’s ahead for Beck’s this planting season that has Jim excited

On the Monday, March 16th edition of the Hoosier Ag Today Daily Podcast: Eric Pfeiffer reports on how your ag lender can help you through the challenges facing your farm operation. Andy Eubank chats with Syngeta agronomist Chad Threewits about preparing for unpredictable swings in the weather forecast this Spring. Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast. Plus, Brian Basting with Advance Trading reviews the factors that impacted the grain markets last week. That’s all coming up your way next—on the Hoosier Ag Today Daily Podcast!

It's the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast for March 14, 2026. Featuring this week's top agricultural news stories from Hoosier Ag Today's award-winning news team of Eric Pfeiffer, C.J. Miller, and Greg Allen. Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast. Plus, Brian Basting with Advance Trading reviews Friday's grain markets.

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Sophia Shannon report on HAT news including details about Pantheon in southern Indiana which supports new and existing businesses by attracting entrepreneurs and agtech innovators, and Indiana Young Farmers and Ag Professionals recently met for the Innovate and Grow Conference through Indiana Farm Bureau. Indiana weather remains erratic. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has details, and the Thursday corn, soybean and wheat markets again followed strong crude oil to the high side. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Karl Setzer has 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.

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen report on HAT news including finding ways to expand the use of America’s ag products here at home and a new fungicide technology that is changing how farmers protect corn from disease. Indiana weather has been as volatile as the markets. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin details the newest change in conditions. The Wednesday corn, soybean and wheat markets were higher with strong moves in corn and beans. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Tom Fritz has 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.

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen report on HAT news including how global tension involving Iran is greatly affecting the price of fertilizer, and corn growers are battling a barrage of threats to their yields, including southern rust, and it will be a wet one today according to HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin. The Tuesday corn and wheat markets sold off while soybean futures were higher all day. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Arlan Suderman has market and report 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.

Few people hear from as many corners of agriculture as Shaun Haney does. Through his work, he hears firsthand what's weighing on growers and what's shaping their decisions for the season ahead. As planting approaches, we sat down with Shaun to explore what's surfacing in his recent conversations. From tightening margins and rising fixed costs to labor and weed challenges, he breaks down the pressures shaping today's farm economy and how producers are responding. For many, it comes down to knowing your numbers and making decisions based on return on investment, not just upfront expense. He also shares where the opportunities lie, from stronger farm management to emerging technologies, and what continues to make him optimistic about the future of ag. It's an honest look at the realities growers are navigating and the possibilities that still lie ahead for agriculture. Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and Greg Allen report on HAT news including a possible end to California’s costly Prop 12 animal confinement restrictions, and while the online equipment auction space continues to grow, we hear from one company who wants to make it simple. It was a very warm start to the week and HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin tells us how much longer it will last. The Monday corn, soybean and wheat markets started higher but finished lower. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst John Zanker tries to make sense of the markets. 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 "Red Barn Road Show" is on the move again, and this week we hit Plymouth, Indiana to talk with former Indiana State Representative and current Marshall County Councilman Tim Harman. We cover a lot of bases, from data centers and solar, to property taxes and roads and his local eatery! Iran and fertilizer make an appearance when we chat markets and then we finish off strong with a brand new Little Red Barn Podcast musical single that will likely make future appearances in the rotation as intro music, bump music and who knows what else. It's "Metal Red Barn" by Ian Martin, with the help of our good friend AI (begrudgingly cited by Ryan, of course). Enjoy!

The future of the agbioscience workforce will look different than it does today – as it does than it did ten years ago. At the heart of its change and evolution are college students and young professionals pursuing new fields of studying, from business to biology, and asking themselves one critical question: how do I apply what I’m learning today to my future in the working world? This week we are joined by AgriNovus’ Career Success Manager, Karis Witte, to dive into the organization’s career exploration platform, Field Atlas, exposing young talent to the agbioscience industry and connecting their hearts and minds to a future that matters. Highlights include: The story of Field Atlas and who it aims to serve Biggest headwinds agbioscience companies are facing when it comes to finding talent and buildling a workforce of the future Who Field Atlas is designed for and what makes it different than other talent programs and platforms The brand’s growth into experiential programming and how exposure has created a new dimension of industry recruitment for agbioscience companies Field Atlas as a brand “for students, by students” that is enabled by a network of campus Ambassadors The feedback Karis gets about the impact of Field Atlas – from students, colleges, universities and companies The Company Tours available to students and how that program has created new impact on students with no prior background in agbioscience Launching the Agbioscience Mentorship Program (AMP) and creating new, meaningful connection for late college students and young professionals that are looking to advance their careers How Karis sees Field Atlas evolving as it grows in the coming years What’s ahead in 2026

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and Greg Allen report on HAT news including a bill protecting farmers from unauthorized drones and rolling out new seed care technologies designed to improve crop performance right out of the ground. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin predicts mild air for a few days before changes come back to Indiana, and the Friday corn, soybean and wheat markets were strong and benefited from positive money flow. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Brain Basting has 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.

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen report on HAT news including the House Ag Committee advancing Farm Bill 2.0 following a marathon markup session, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture Risk Management Agency has finalized crop insurance prices for the 2026 growing season. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for more moisture in Indiana before finally some sun and dry conditions Sunday, and the Thursday corn, soybean and wheat markets put some green paint on the board. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Karl Setzer has 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.

On the latest Indiana Ag Policy Podcast: “Fast and Furious” may be the best way to describe the Indiana General Assembly for 2026. Katie Nelson, Executive Director of Public Policy with Indiana Farm Bureau, discusses several of the bills that your state lawmakers passed this legislative session that will have a major impact on Indiana’s farmers and rural Hoosiers. The Indiana Ag Policy Podcast is presented by the Indiana Corn Growers Association and the Indiana Soybean Alliance. Support for the podcast is also provided by Indiana Farm Bureau.

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller report on HAT news including some tense back and forth between Democrats and Republicans on the farm bill and Bayer explains the new EPA dicamba application requirements. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for a soggy day for the entire state but a little drier tomorrow for parts of Indiana, and the Wednesday corn, soybean and wheat markets sold off. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Steve Erdman has 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.

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller report on HAT news including a return from Africa for the current Ag Leadership Program class, and Indianapolis will soon be home to one of USDA’s five new regional hub locations. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says the soggy conditions continue in the new Indiana Farm Forecast, and the Tuesday corn and soybean markets were higher while wheat sold off in continued erratic trade. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Arlan Suderman has 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.

When Jason Franklin arrived in Clarksdale, Mississippi, he wasn't aware of the level of hardship facing local farming communities. Once he began to hear their stories, he couldn't help but show up. In this episode, Mike Howell sits down with Jason Franklin, a pastor at Clarksdale Methodist Church, to talk about how one simple idea sparked a movement of encouragement and support across the Mississippi Delta and beyond. What began as a local breakfast for farmers has grown into something much bigger – a community effort to pray over and bless crop fields, place signs of support for farmers, and create space for honest conversations about the pressures they face. This episode explores the realities of farming, the mental health challenges facing rural America, the connection between faith and farming, and the powerful difference it can make when communities stand with their farmers. Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen report on HAT news including how the conflict with Iran may affect producers here at home and a wrap up of the 30th annual farmer-led Commodity Classic which ended over the weekend. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has the update on where rains may be the most intense in the new Indiana Farm Forecast, and the Monday corn, soybean and wheat markets sold off as the Middle East conflict created turmoil in many markets. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst John Zanker has 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 Purdue Crop Chat Podcast was on location last week at Commodity Classic in San Antonio! "Soybean Shaun" Casteel and Dan "Corn" Quinn with Purdue Extension are joined by Brian Warpup, Vice Chair of the Indiana Soybean Alliance and farmer from Huntington and Wells counties. In addition to sharing their major takeaways from this year's trade show, they also talk about their preparations for the 2026 planting season. This podcast is made possible by the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Indiana Soybean Alliance. Your Indiana corn and soybean checkoff investments are working to find new markets for your crops through International Demand, New Uses and Research. Learn more about the programs working on your behalf at YourCheckoff.org.

These days, "Women in Ag" is a hashtag, a movement and just plain something the industry is used to. But 40 years ago...it was not. This week we meet a trailblazer. A woman carving a path in agriculture before it was a "thing". Jane Hardesty held every position possible in SCS and NRCS during her illustrious career, and knows a think or two about soil and water conservation. Currently appointed by the Governor to the State Soil Conservation Board, she still is working to be a guiding hand to the industry even in retirement. Plus, the guys talk Iran and weather. Curious about all the rain on the way, well we "No-ah" guy.

For farmers looking ahead to a fresh growing season, decisions for their operations require clarity and a certainty around impact and ROI – from inputs to innovation adoption. This week, we are joined by PJ Smith, Senior Global Product Manager at Indigo Ag, to get into soil health’s impact on our food system; and how strengthening agriculture today helps reduce risk and protect food security for the future. Highlights include: The work Indigo Ag is leading and problems their team solves through innovation Conversations with farmers right now as they look ahead to the growing season, their concerns and how they are making decisions based on their needs Indigo Ag’s unique intersection of ag, sustainability and data Balancing opportunities that data can provide with a hesitant mindset that can sometimes linger around a farmer’s data, technology adoption or participation in emerging technologies Benchmarks and measures of success the Indigo Ag team has in front of them over the next 3-5 years Indigo Ag’s launch of Nemora to fight soybean cyst nematode, the leading cause of soybean loss in the U.S How in-field experience with farmers shapes R&D priorities for Indigo Ag PJ’s thoughts on their biggest room for growth Farmers as a part of the solution to climate and sustainability challenges over the next decade and where he sees shifts and changes coming in the market What’s ahead for Indigo Ag in 2026

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen report on HAT news from San Antonio and the just-ended 2026 Commodity Classic where a new initiative for USDA was announced by U.S. Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins to reduce bureaucratic red tape, and we have farmer reaction to the Ag Secretary's address. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin is predicting a soggy week ahead across the state in the Indiana Farm Forecast, and the Friday corn, soybean and wheat markets all posted gains amid world geopolitical jitters. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Brian Basting has 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.

On the latest episode of the "4-H 4U" Podcast: Courtney Stierwalt, Indiana 4-H Animal Science Extension Specialist, shares how 4-H is providing hands-on opportunities for Indiana's youth to prepare them for careers in livestock agriculture and Animal Sciences. If you'd like to advertise on this podcast—or one of our many "YOUR Purdue Extension" Podcasts—and reach a large audience of Indiana farmers and ag professionals, e-mail Molly Nichols: [email protected].

On the latest episode of the "Your Health" Podcast: A program from Purdue Extension is helping Hoosiers take small steps toward a healthier heart. “Be Heart Smart” is an educational program designed to teach people how everyday choices can lower their risk of heart disease, which remains the leading cause of death in the United States. Linda Curley, with Purdue Extension-Lake County discusses the program and shares more about how they're helping Hoosiers make simple lifestyle choices to improve their heart health.

Hoosier Ag Today's news team was on location at Commodity Classic in San Antonio, Texas. You'll hear about a new initiative announced by U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins that would streamline paperwork and eliminate "red tape" across several of USDA's agencies. C.J. Miller also chats with several ag leaders--including Scott Metzger, President of the American Soybean Association (ASA), about the challenges facing soybean producers. You'll also hear from several Indiana corn and soybean producers who attended the event--including how Indiana corn producers are teaming up with Farbest Foods, Inc. in Jasper, Indiana to provide feed for turkey production.

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen report on HAT news from San Antonio and the 2026 Commodity Classic where ag leaders are addressing the many challenges facing grain producers and specifically headwinds for soybean growers and a story about Farbest Foods in Jasper, Indiana, expanding its global reach. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has a beautiful day today as part of the Indiana Farm Forecast, and the Thursday corn, soybean and wheat markets were quiet and mixed. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Karl Setzer has 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.

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen report on HAT news from San Antonio, site of the 2026 Commodity Classic which is marking 30 years of the nation’s largest farmer-led, farmer-focused convention and trade show, and corn and soybean producers at Commodity Classic are discussing the impact the Supreme Court’s recent tariff ruling could have on grain exports. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast details rain chances across the state, and the Wednesday soybean complex worked higher and pulled corn up too. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Tom Fritz has 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.

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen report on HAT news including an FFA special fundraising day as part of National FFA Week and a program from Purdue Extension that is helping Hoosiers take small steps toward a healthier heart. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes very cloudy conditions and some slight warming as the weekend nears, and the Tuesday soybean market worked higher while corn and wheat were steady. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Mike Castle has 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.

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen report on HAT news including a look at what the future holds now that Purdue Extension has a newly appointed Associate Dean and Director and the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled the president does not have the authority to impose tariffs on imported goods using emergency powers. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes more chill in the air but more chances of sunshine today, and the Monday grain and oilseed markets ended mixed after a positive start to the week. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Karl Setzer has 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.

Hoosier Ag Today's C.J. Miller chats with Angie Abbott, the Associate Dean and Director of Purdue Extension. Abbott talks about her path, which started on a farm in Clinton County, to becoming a visionary leader. She also touches upon the many community-focused extension programs that serve Hoosiers throughout Indiana's 92 counties. Abbott also shares more about the future of Purdue Extension. If you'd like to advertise on this podcast—or one of our many "YOUR Purdue Extension" Podcasts—and reach a large audience of Indiana farmers and ag professionals, e-mail Molly Nichols: [email protected].

The Little Red Barn Podcast goes on the road this week as Charlie visits the Marshall County FFA Farm Toy Show at LaVille High School. The guys chat farm toy collections, and why we have them with four Marshall County FFA members and talk FFA week which is happening this week. A light-hearted look at the "playful" side of Agriculture. How may of your old farm toys do you still have?

There is an increasing desire from consumers to better understand food’s overall impact on their health; however, there haven’t always been the proper tools – until now. This week, we are joined by FoodHealth Company’s CEO and co-founder, Sam Citro-Alexander, to talk about the launch of their consumer and brand facing tech-platform, FoodHealth Score, which rates products and suggests smarter swaps in real-time as you shop. We also get into leveraging innovation to better connect the value chain and empowering consumers and food brands alike to make better informed decisions based on data. Want to try out FoodHealth Score for yourself? Download the Chrome extension for free here! Highlights include: What FoodHealth Company does and who they aim to serve through technology Gaps in the market that Sam identified that led to her endeavoring this new startup and systems change How FoodHealth Co. Works across the food system to drive better health outcomes – from consumers to food brands alike Sam’s launch of their flagship product, FoodHealth Score, and what the feedback has looked like across the value chain Retailers and brands using data to better inform purchasing and formulation decisions How FoodHealth Co. Is thinking about impact measured through their platform What food is health means to Sam and her team The role she sees farmers playing in the FoodHealth Score and the opportunity to better align food production and health The company’s $7.5M Series A funding round from 2025 and how it’s enabled them to grow and scale How Sam views partnerships and collaboration as a necessary tool to the growth of FoodHealth Company Where she believes they’ve just started to scratch the surface on their full potential when it comes to FoodHealth Score What’s ahead for the company with the launch of FoodHealth Score in 2026

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen report on HAT news including the push by corn producers to make the year-round sale of E-15 permanent has the full support of Indiana Governor Mike Braun and farmers, don't expect much help from higher crop prices in 2026. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes northwest winds keeping a chill in the Indiana air, and the Friday wheat market was higher again, pulling corn up while soybeans quietly sold off. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Brian Basting has comments. 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.

On the latest edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: The full text of the much-awaited "Farm Bill 2.0" was released late last week. C.J. Miller chats with Congressman Jim Baird (R-IN-04), who serves on the House Ag Committee, about the push he's making with his colleagues on Capitol Hill to get the bill onto the House floor for a vote. You'll also hear from Indiana native Ted McKinney, NASDA CEO, who is strongly farmers to reach out to their lawmakers in Washington to prevent this legislation from stalling in the House. You'll also hear from Indiana Governor Mike Braun and his push to make year-round E-15 permanent for Hoosiers. Also, Brian Basting with Advanced Trading discusses the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling that strikes down many of President Trump's tariffs, and the impact that ruling had on Friday's grain markets.