Hoosier Ag Today Podcast Network

You know the saying hold your friends close, and your enemies closer? It revolves around trust, or lack thereof. These days data is everywhere: Rewards cards, points accounts, inputing phone numbers and emails, and we swear our phones, smart TVs and routers are listening to us. Ag was a bit late to the party, but seems to be catching up to the Data Craze quite swiftly. Do you know where pieces of information about you are being captured, where they are going and whats being done with it all? Do you think companies have your best interest at heart? Or is there a lot more in play here? We'll dive into the trust issue this time around. Where we go from here, still yet to be determined.

So much can happen in a year – transformative change can happen in 70. From applied research to precision fermentation, United Animal Health has continued to accelerate innovation and growth of its portfolio on behalf of producers over their seven decades of business. This week, we are joined by COO Trent Torrance to cover it all – joint ventures, animal nutrition, food is health, artificial intelligence and beyond. Highlights include: United Animal Health’s pursuit to grow and serve a broader range of agriculture and food production Some unique challenges and emerging issues that they’re trying to get ahead of on behalf of producers The state of discussion with producers United Animal Health works with and how they feel about the year ahead How their investment in applied research has defined and differentiated them as a company Trent’s thoughts on the biggest opportunities for transformational change in food production The critical intersection of animal and human health – and United Animal Health’s role in that space What seventy years of business and longevity can bring to a company, Trent’s thoughts on the future of United Animal Health and their biggest untapped potential to date How artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an additive role to the work they’re doing United Animal Health’s focus on joint ventures and striking balance between internal validation and seeking collaboration without outside partners What’s ahead for United Animal Health in 2026

So much can happen in a year – transformative change can happen in 70. From applied research to precision fermentation, United Animal Health has continued to accelerate innovation and growth of its portfolio on behalf of producers over their seven decades of business. This week, we are joined by COO Trent Torrance to cover it all – joint ventures, animal nutrition, food is health, artificial intelligence and beyond. Highlights include: United Animal Health’s pursuit to grow and serve a broader range of agriculture and food production Some unique challenges and emerging issues that they’re trying to get ahead of on behalf of producers The state of discussion with producers United Animal Health works with and how they feel about the year ahead How their investment in applied research has defined and differentiated them as a company Trent’s thoughts on the biggest opportunities for transformational change in food production The critical intersection of animal and human health – and United Animal Health’s role in that space What seventy years of business and longevity can bring to a company, Trent’s thoughts on the future of United Animal Health and their biggest untapped potential to date How artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an additive role to the work they’re doing United Animal Health’s focus on joint ventures and striking balance between internal validation and seeking collaboration without outside partners What’s ahead for United Animal Health in 2026

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Andy Eubank report on HAT news with stories on a bill to make it more difficult for Hoosier Homestead farms to become victims of eminent domain, and more Bridge Payment dollars are needed but are not likely coming. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for more chill in the air today but more mild air is headed back to the state. Friday grains and soybeans were quiet and steady ahead of today's extensive USDA data release. Andy has the final numbers and analyst Brian Basting provides market insights. 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 this edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: We take a deeper dive into several bills that have a major impact on Indiana agriculture. You'll hear about a bill that would ban ultraprocessed foods from being served during lunch at Indiana's public schools. You'll also hear about a bill that would provide greater protections for Hoosier Homestead farms that have been in the same family for at least 100 years.

On the latest episode of the 'Your Community' Podcast: You’ll hear about Purdue Extension’s brand-new Community Vitality Program, which seeks to partner with Indiana’s small towns and rural communities to plan, build, and implement new projects tailored to grow the local economy, support well-being, and develop leadership opportunities. Hoosier Ag Today’s C.J. Miller chats with Jeff Walker and Michael Wilcox with Purdue Extension Community Development about this exciting new pilot program.

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller report on HAT news with stories on what bills Indiana Farm Bureau members said they would be watching during their annual legislative forum this week and a groundbreaking was held yesterday for a new egg processing facility in Indiana. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for more moisture with continued mild temperatures, but change is on the way. The Thursday grains were mostly just above even while soybeans traded lower. Andy Eubank has the final numbers and analyst Karl Setzer provides market insights. 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 with stories on an Indiana bill that may target some pork in the state's public schools and details on the FFA Blue and Gold Gala next month. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for the warmest two days of the week to start today, and the Wednesday grain and oilseed markets worked back on the high side throughout the day. Andy Eubank has the final numbers and analyst Tom Fritz provides market insights. 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 Andy Eubank report the HAT news with stories on the new man in charge at the Indiana State Fair and how to have difficult conversations to work toward lowering cash rents. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for more sunshine today and continued moderate temperatures in the Indiana Farm Forecast. Tuesday grain and oilseeds markets reversed the course from a rally on Monday. Andy has the final numbers and analyst Arlan Suderman provides market insights. 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 the HAT news with stories on a 2026 farm financial scenario that looks like 2025, and what you can do about it this week, plus meet the new Indiana State Fair queen, crowned Sunday. The Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls some clouds in the north and clearer in the central and southern portions of Indiana with continued mild temps. Monday the market quote board looked unusual. Everything was green and ag and many other markets posted gains. Andy Eubank has the final numbers and analyst John Zanker provides market insights. 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.

Think 4-H is just showing cattle? Think again! Special guests Danielle Walker and Taylor Chastain join hosts Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett in the podcast room for today’s episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. Taylor and Danielle are both extension educators for Purdue University, and Danielle also serves as their Ag and Natural Resources educator and Interim CEO. Danielle and Taylor will tell us about their roles as extension educators, and you’ll also learn more about the ag and natural resources role. You’ll also learn about the Purdue extension service and the variety of ways they are able to provide resources to growers. From Legos to collections, Danielle and Taylor will share about the variety of projects available in the 4-H program. One day, extension educators will answer questions about potholders and the next day, they’ll have questions about bag worms. “It’s like every day is Trivial Pursuit for an extension educator!”Subscribe to The High Ground podcast:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1893315The High Ground - powered by Premier Companies will discuss everything from agriculture to energy. Hosted by Jeff Jarret (VP of New Business & Fertilizer) and Sal Sama (VP of Agronomy Sales & Marketing).http://www.premierag.com

Happy New Year! 2026 rolls in with a full slate of meetings, farm shows, and shop projects. If one of those shop projects revolves around changing your planter set up or rebuilding row units, this week's guest will be a good resource. Rich Schipf, of Shlipf Precision Ag has probably forgotten more about planter set ups than most of us can claim to have picked up in a lifetime. This week we talk about precision ag, where it came from, where it's going and where you might be leaving profit on the table when it comes to planter set ups.

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller report the HAT news with stories on a change in the U.S. rail industry and cattle producers thrived in 2025, the opposite of corn and soybean producers. The Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for a warmup starting today, and Friday markets were again quiet and lower. Andy Eubank has the final numbers and analyst Brian Basting provides market insights. 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: USDA has revealed the per-acre payment rates as part of their $12 billion Farmer Bridge Assistance program. Eric Pfeiffer reports on the rates for each of the eligible commodities and when producers will be receiving their payments. A ban on new drones made in China and other foreign countries has been recently put into place by the FCC. C.J. Miller reports how that could impact the ag industry over the next several years. Also, the Fort Wayne Farm Show is fast approaching. You'll hear a preview—plus, find out how you can help support Indiana FFA with their Benefit Auction during the show at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. That's all part of the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast!

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including just released details on the $12 billion dollar farmer aid package announced back on December 8th by President Trump and Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins. The Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has more improvement in conditions with moderating temperatures as we move into the weekend and next week, and on the market review, Andy Eubank is joined by analyst Karl Setzer to look back on the year in the markets and discuss what's ahead. 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.

Happy New Year! On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including whether you can still use your Chinese manufactured drone this year on the farm and could farmers really get clearer guidance from EPA on what qualifies as a regulated waterway under WOTUS? The Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for improving weather as we start 2026, and Wednesday corn, soybean and wheat markets sold off to put a cap on 2025. Andy Eubank has settlements and Tom Fritz has market insights. 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 Andy Eubank have the news including how to show your support for Indiana FFA at the Ft. Wayne Farm Show, and a way to experiment in the new year with a small portion of your corn acres. In the Indiana Farm Forecast HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says chilly weather continues as we usher in 2026, and the Tuesday corn, soybean and wheat markets again liquidated in nearly steady trade. Andy has settlements and Arlan Suderman has market insights. 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 have the news including a preview of the Fort Wayne Farm Show which is right around the corner, and a final rule from USDA that would update the nation’s crop insurance and risk management system. In the Indiana Farm Forecast HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for decreasing winds with possible movement away from the very cold temps, and Monday corn, soybean and wheat markets liquidated again, joining gold, silver and the stock market. Andy Eubank has settlements and John Zanker has market insights. 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 "Your Health" Podcast: Falls are a leading cause of injury for older adults, but a program through Purdue Extension is helping seniors stay on their feet and confident. Kelsie Jo Muller, Human Development and Family Science Extension Specialist, shares more about the program called “A Matter of Balance” that’s designed to reduce the fear of falling while improving balance, strength, and mobility.

Where might diesel prices be headed? Special guests, Chad Stuckwisch and Todd Masten join hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama in the podcast room for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. Todd serves as the Business Development Manager and Chad is an energy sales and account manager for Premier Energy. In addition to learning about the Premier Energy division itself, you’ll learn about Chad and Todd’s education and career path. You’ll hear how CountryMark’s private pipeline and premium products stands out against competition and the support system that exists to track product from the ground to the pump. You’ll also learn how growers can lock in diesel prices which can help growers budget and potentially save money. You’ll also learn how Premier Connect can help with budgeting, paying bills, and ordering fuel. “We’re pretty well the one stop shop for anything a farmer or commercial place would need, anywhere from diesel fuel to the DEF, oil, grease, antifreeze, wiper fluid… anything that’s in a typical vehicle.”

While trying to take a look at a year in review to finish out 2025, Ryan and Charlie get side-tracked by layers of dust, fire hazards, actual fires, winter shop tasks and worthless tools. It's a good thing that there was nothing really going on in the markets or with the weather.

From gene editing to food is health and consumer education to bioinnovation, we’ve had no shortage of amazing conversations on the podcast this year. This episode is a celebration of some of your favorite guests combined into one ultimate audio experience. And let’s face it, you have the holiday windshield time for this podcast. Don’t you? Featuring the following guests: Wendy Srnic, Corteva Agriscience Jay Hulbert, Ag Alumni Seed (Retired) Ronda Hamm, Conner Prairie’s Food, Farm and Energy Experience Mike Jacob, TerraForce Mark Warner, Liberation Bioindustries Ed Fish, Bay State Milling Sarah Glaven, Princeton University’s Andlinger Center Aaron Schacht, BiomEdit Christy Wright, AgriNovus We can’t wait to bring you even more fantastic Agbioscience content in 2026! Season 9 starts January 12.

On the HAT Podcast Greg Allen and Andy Eubank have the news including a look at the upcoming 2026 Commodity Classic, which is celebrating its 30th year, and a program through the Purdue Extension 4-H that help seniors, senior citizens that is. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast details the big change we've seen in weather across the Midwest. Corn, soybeans and wheat sold off Friday, the day after Christmas. Andy has settlements and Brian Basting has market insights. 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 this week's edition of the Hoosier Ag This Week: We not only give you the top farm news stories from this past week, but we also take a look back at some of the major news stories that impacted Indiana's farmers and ag businesses throughout 2025! Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says the above-normal temperatures this weekend will give way on Monday to much colder air and back-to-normal temperatures for late December. Plus, Brian Basting with Advance Trading reviews the grain markets from a shortened Christmas week of trade. It's all part of the year-end Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast!

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including a look at the 2026 trade deficit projection and planning your weed control program for the coming season. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes clouds and a mix of conditions in the coming days, and during the short Christmas Eve session Wednesday, grain and oilseed markets posted some nice gains. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Tom Fritz has 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 Greg Allen and Andy Eubank have the news including a mindset for soybean growers to think about as they plan the 2026 crop and the U.S.–Mexico–Canada Agreement, set for review in 2026, and how the renegotiation could bring major opportunities for agriculture. Midwest weather has really warmed up in time for Christmas. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has details on what's next in the Indiana Farm Forecast, and Tuesday grain and oilseed markets were mixed and uninspired as holiday trade is in full force. Andy has settlements and analyst Arlan Suderman has 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.

Charlie finally wraps up corn harvest, and that means a weight is lifted as part of a Christmas Miracle. But now we have Bridge Payments to fret about! What the heck are they, how are they calculated and when does it all happen? We have some of those answers to go along with a whole lot of Ryan and Charlie speculation for this week. Weather looks very un-Christmas-like, markets certainly are scrooge-worthy, and Charlie was a winner in harvest Bingo this year. Brought to you by Mac America Ag Finance, Norhtern Indiana: 574-253-3433

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and Greg Allen have the news including Indiana Pork taking aim at food insecurity across the state this holiday season and how ag producers remain concerned about what the MAHA movement might mean for the industry. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin details rain chances and how long warm air remains past Christmas Day. Monday grain and oilseed markets all worked higher throughout trade. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst John Zanker has 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.

How do we build up agriculture economic development? Returning guest, Don Lamb joins hosts Sal Sama and Jeff Jarrett in the podcast room for today’s episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. As you may remember, Don is the Director of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture. In addition to sharing about his career background and what his role looks like on a day-to-day basis, he’ll discuss why Indiana’s department of agriculture is so special. You’ll also hear how Don and “Team Ag Indiana” were able to successfully deliver a pitch to bring a USDA hub to Indiana and potential benefits to Indiana growers to have them local. Don will also explain his thoughts around successfully tracking and managing agriculture economic development despite urban sprawl and large industrial sites. “When I think about… economic development and agriculture, the doing should be happening locally… Get active.”

When it comes to crop inputs, farmers are looking for more than a salesman in the field – they need an advisor. One partner that can help shape decision making that keeps them profitable, efficient and sustainable all while driving yield to make their operations successful. It’s a tall order and one this week’s guest loves to welcome as a challenge. Danny Carmony, Central Indiana GM for Nutrien Ag Solutions, joins AgriNovus’ VP Libby Fritz to talk consistency, serving in that advisory role over multiple generations and what innovations have him most excited for the future of the industry. We get into: The work Nutrien Ag Solutions does to serve farmers and the outlook of growers over the last 12 months What Danny sees ahead for 2026 and recommendations they are making to their customers The relationship of Nutrien Ag Solutions with its parent company and its unique advantage Alternatives for nitrogen fertilizer, new forms of nitrogen or emerging innovations that enable the farmer to be more efficient Generational farming operations and the difference in selling across multiple generations of operators who have different schools of thought on ROI Biologicals past, present and future in agbiosience innovation Global geopolitical pressures factoring into supply and demand for farmers Using the power of partnerships, leverage Nutrien Ag Solutions’ reach, while also tapping into locally to create maximum value for customers The criticality of sourcing talent in areas that are serving rural customers – and Danny’s passion for bringing people from outside the industry into agbioscience What’s ahead for Nutrien Ag Solutions that has him excited in 2026

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including the huge push by soybean growers to expand biodiesel and a Madison County man who is finding new life on the farm for an unlikely construction leftover, used drywall. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says we get back on the mild side with temperatures this week and that includes well above normal for Christmas. Friday grain and oilseed markets were mixed again, and very quiet. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Brian Basting has 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 “Your Community” Podcast: Dr. Kara Salazar, Assistant Program Leader for Community Development with Purdue Extension, talks about the efforts to help Indiana’s communities plan for a more resilient and sustainable future. She discusses the community-based programs available that focus on green infrastructure, hazard mitigation, parks and public spaces, land use planning, and renewable energy development.

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including what Indiana farmers should be thinking about as we get closer to the new year and a report on what over 1 million U.S. FFA members might like to see under the Christmas tree this year. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin updates you on the Indiana Farm Forecast which has colder air today and then a little warmer again. Thursday grain and oilseed markets were mixed as corn and wheat futures worked above even all day. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Tom Fritz provides 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 have the news including a fast-approaching deadline for farmers to qualify for USDA’s Farmer Bridge Assistance Program, and we have details on Keystone Cooperative's initiative to strengthen the rural communities it serves. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says warm conditions continue and rain starts to spread across the state, but a cold wave is again coming. Wednesday grain and oilseed markets were mixed and all tested the high side, but only corn futures finished there. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Karl Setzer provides 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 have the news including a change of venue in June for the Indiana FFA State Convention and legislation aimed at growing healthier kids in American classrooms is closer to becoming law. In the new Indiana Farm Forecast HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has more mild air today and rain tomorrow. Tuesday grain and oilseed markets again worked in the red, absent any news to feed the bull. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Mike Castle provides 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 our high school intern Sophia Shannon have the news including one of Purdue’s top agronomists in disagreement with USDA's 206 bushels per acre Indiana corn crop projection and new tools to tackle red crown rot and sudden death syndrome in soybeans next year. In the new Indiana Farm Forecast HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has a mix of conditions including a turn to milder air. Monday grain and oilseed markets saw more liquidation and wheat was the loss leader. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst John Zanker provides 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 Purdue Crop Chat Podcast: Dan "Corn" Quinn and "Soybean" Shaun Casteel take a look back at the 2025 crop season. Dan says he disagrees with USDA's assessment that says Indiana's average corn yield hit a record of 206 bushels an acre this year. 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.

We’re all about propane today! Special guest Brennan Gilbert and most edited guest, Bill Houze join hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama in the podcast room for this episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. Bill has been in propane sales and Brennan is a district manager. They have both been with Premier Energy for years now and have seen how the company has grown and evolved.Bill and Brennan will share about their current roles with Premier and how they’ve worked to help Premier Energy maintain standards through the company growth. In addition to learning about their testing and required certifications, you’ll hear how Premier makes sure their employees have proper training to do their jobs safely and effectively. Bill will share about the Gold Cap program and why Premier’s Keep Full program can help take the stress off of your plate and make sure you don’t run out of propane. There are tips for the customer, as well! “Understand what appliances you have that are propane… what [propane] smells like, how to shut the tank off, and then give us a call… and do not light candles.”

Controversy, Questions, Promises and Inaction. This week Ryan and Charlie rehash the headlines of the week, from Indiana re-districting to USDA's dud of a WASDE report. China's commodity buying to Charlie's harvest progress. Farmer Bridge Payments to bi-polar weather patterns. The thoughts and comments in our discussions this week may surprise you...or perhaps they wont. Either way, we probably don't care...as long as we provoke thought.

It is rare air to get two fantastic leaders in the same room for the podcast, but today we are joined by our very own. CICP’s CEO, Melina Kennedy, hosts our newly named AgriNovus President and CEO, Christy Wright, to talk service, food as the next frontier of health and her vision for what lies ahead for Indiana’s agbioscience economy.

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including USDA's new program with new funding focused on regenerative agriculture and now is the time for corn and soybean growers to get serious about weed control. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has the new Indiana Farm Forecast which still has arctic high pressure over the state but a significant change in temps is coming soon. The end of the week brought a selloff in grain and oilseed markets Friday. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Brian Basting provides 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 edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: President Trump announced a $12 billion Farmer Bridge Assistance program aimed at helping America's farmers impacted by low crop prices. As Trump made his announcement on Monday, he was joined by Indiana corn and soybean producer Tyler Everett, who tells Hoosier Ag Today how he received the special invitation to share in the announcement at the White House. Andy Eubank reports on the continued push by the National Corn Growers Association to make year-round nationwide sales of E-15 a reality. Plus, Indiana FFA recently received a $750,000 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. C.J. Miller reports how the organization plans to use that grant to expand its Leadership Center near Trafalgar. Brian Basting reviews Friday's grain markets. Plus, Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says we're in for a "roller-coaster ride" when it comes to winter weather over the next two weeks! That's all part of the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast!

On the latest episode of the "4-H 4U" Podcast: Greg Allen chats with Jennifer Abrell, Indiana 4-H College & Career Readiness Specialist, about the "Beyond Ready" program, which is preparing kids to be "ready for life, ready for work." The "4-H 4U Podcast" is one of the many new podcasts available as Hoosier Ag Today Presents YOUR Purdue Extension—a Podcast Network.

On the HAT Podcast Andy Eubank and Greg Allen have the news including two big ideas shaping the future of farmers actively improving human health on the farm and E15 and high inputs remain a focus of the National Corn Growers Association's work in Washington. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for rapidly dropping temperatures with possible lingering snow in the new Indiana Farm Forecast. The Thursday grain and oilseed markets worked quietly to the positive side. C.J. Miller has settlements and analyst Karl Setzer provides 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 have the news including 3/4 of a million dollars granted to Indiana FFA by Lilly Endowment and Ag Leadership Program scholarships are available for full-time farmers. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has a mix of weather conditions to cover in the new Indiana Farm Forecast that does include precipitation and arctic air. The Wednesday soybean market had an assist from flash sales to China while corn and wheat traded lower. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Tom Fritz provides 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 have the news including details on government aid to farmers announced Monday and the reaction of an Indiana farmer who was at the White House during the announcement. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin says a clipper system could bring some snow to parts of Indiana today before brutal cold air comes this weekend, and the Tuesday grains and oilseeds were mixed before the USDA December and little changed after the release. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Arlan Suderman has 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 have the news including how African swine fever confirmed in Spain is impacting the pork market around the world and our next generation of leaders is getting a boost from Indiana 4-H. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes cold, snowy conditions the rest of the week, and the Monday grains and oilseeds were led lower by weakness in soybeans ahead of today's USDA December update. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst John Zanker has 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.

How do we navigate the leadership gap that exists with recent graduates in agriculture who don’t have the farm background? Special and returning guest Sarah Beth Aubrey joins hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama for today’s episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. Sarah Beth is the CEO and Founder of The Envoy Group and CEO and Founder of Agvocacy Coalitions.In addition to sharing a glimpse into her career history, Sarah Beth will share about her agriculture and energy consulting firms, The Envoy Group and Agvocacy Coalitions. You’ll also learn about the WISE (Women in Sustainability Experience) network and how it’s designed to help women find a space for networking and peer relationships in that segment of the industry. Sal, Jeff, and Sarah Beth will also discuss the leadership gap and opportunities that exist with those who don’t have farming backgrounds but do have an interest in agriculture. “We can be real snobbish about ag knowledge… I think the closest thing we can do for that leadership gap is to take up a mantle of mentorship.”