Agriculture of America

Agriculture of America (AOA) is a nationally syndicated, agriculture talk radio show, heard every weekday on over 60 radio stations and SiriusXM Rural Radio 147. Join host Jesse Allen as he talks with leaders and decision makers throughout agriculture including conversations on agriculture policy, markets, agronomy, agriculture weather and much more. Find more details online at https://www.agricultureofamerica.com.

AOA Monday 5-12-2025 05/12/2025

AOA Monday 5-12-2025 On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at market reaction to the US/China tariff news and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we discuss the weather forecast for this week with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we talk about the US/China deal announcement along with the US/UK trade framework and run through the March meat export data with US Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom. Then, we discuss the closure of the southern border due to the advance northward of New World Screwworm with Colin Woodall, CEO of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36533805

AOA Friday 5-9-2025 05/09/2025

AOA Friday 5-9-2025 Friday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at ag news headlines as DTN Ag Policy Editor Chris Clayton joins the show. In Segment Two, we get a spring planting and agronomy update from the Eastern Corn Belt with Luke Schulte, Field Agronomist with Beck's Hybrids based in Ohio. In Segment Three, we discuss the role of AI technology at the dealership and how it impacts on-farm service with Stacy Anthony and Daniel Stansbury from AgRevolution. Then we close the show in Segment Four with analysis of this week's cattle market action and grain trade with Scott Varilek from Kooima, Kooima, Varilek. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36509105

AOA Thursday 5-8-2025 05/08/2025

AOA Thursday 5-8-2025 Thursday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the markets, potential impacts of trade deals, spread action in corn and more with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. In Segment Two, we get an update on the latest Ag Economy Barometer with Dr. Jim Mintert, Professor Emeritus with Purdue's Center for Commercial Agriculture. In Segment Three, we discuss National Farmers Union's Week of Action with their VP of Advocacy, Mike Stranz. Then we close the show with a look at ag news headlines from Capitol Hill in Segment Four. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36487000

The Monthly Grind- May 2025 05/07/2025

The Monthly Grind- May 2025 On the May episode of The Monthly Grind with the National Corn Growers Association, we discuss the importance of trade and tariffs on crop inputs and more with JR Roesner, NCGA Corn Board member from Indiana and Board Liaison to the Trade, Transportation, and Animal Ag Action Team. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36476195

AOA Wednesday 5-7-2025 05/07/2025

AOA Wednesday 5-7-2025 Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with an update from the NAFB Washington Watch event going on this week in our nation's capital with Farm and Ranch Media's Susan Littlefield. In Segment Two, it is the May episode of The Monthly Grind with the National Corn Growers Association. We discuss the importance of trade and tariffs on crop inputs and more with JR Roesner, NCGA Corn Board member from Indian and Board Liaison to the Trade, Transportation, and Animal Ag Action Team. In Segment Three, we discuss the use of effective probiotics and enzymes in our livestock with Dr. Steve Lerner, Senior Scientific Business Advisor, North America, Novonesis. Then we close the show with ag news headlines in Segment Four. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36471120

AOA Tuesday 5-6-2025 05/06/2025

AOA Tuesday 5-6-2025 Tuesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at this red-hot cattle market with Kyle Bumsted from Allendale. In Segment Two, we look at commissioned by Clean Fuels Alliance America and get an update on 2026 RVO's with Kate Shenk, Director of Regulatory Affairs for Clean Fuels. In Segment Three, we get an update on the latest trends in the Meat Demand Monitor for April with Glynn Tonsor from Kansas State University. (Find the report here: ) Then, we close the show discussing spring pests and Tick Awareness Week with Dr. Jim Fredericks from the National Pest Management Association. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36455285

AOA Monday 5-5-2025 05/05/2025

AOA Monday 5-5-2025 Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a check of the early week market trade action with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst with Barchart. In Segment Two, we get a rundown of the weather for the first full week of May as planting rolls along with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we discuss the Make America Healthy Again movement and get perspective from Bill Wirtz, Senior Policy Analyst at the Consumer Choice Center. Then we close the show with news headlines in Segment Four. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36438730

AOA Friday 5-2-2025 05/02/2025

AOA Friday 5-2-2025 Friday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with market perspective to end the week with Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth with Van Ahn & Company. In Segment Two, we talk hay and forage equipment sales outlooks along with row crop tractor and combine trends as Andy Campbell, Director of Insights at Tractor Zoom joins the show. In Segment Three, Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor joins us with an update on E-15 and other biofuels related news. Then we close the show in Segment Four by learning more about (Hunting Land Rentals By Owner) that is a website working to connect hunters with farm and ranch land owners for potential hunting ground leases and more. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36411265

AOA Thursday 5-1-2025 05/01/2025

AOA Thursday 5-1-2025 On Thursday’s AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at markets to start the month of May with Tyler Schau from AgMarket.net. In Segment Two, we talk about nutrient use efficiency with Keith Byerly, Commercial Sustainability Lead for The Mosaic Company. Next up in Segment Three, we talk about the state of rural broadband, where things stand and efforts to expand access and data centers in rural America. Jeff Johnston, lead digital infrastructure economist in CoBank's Knowledge Exchange research division, joins us for a conversation. Then we close the show in Segment Four discussing the growth of SoyFoam use with Alan Snipes, Managing Partner at Cross Plains Solutions and John Hejl, farmer and volunteer firefighter from North Dakota. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36391820

AOA Wednesday 4-30-2025 04/30/2025

AOA Wednesday 4-30-2025 Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a discussion about navigating some of the challenges currently faced by dairy producers with Corey Geiger from CoBank. In Segment Two, we discuss the issues surrounding the U.S.’s intent to terminate the U.S.-Mexico Tomato Suspension Agreement. Robert Guenther, Executive Vice President of the Florida Tomato Exchange, joins us to discuss. In Segment Three, we get an agronomic update as we work through spring planting with BASF agronomist Jeff Mueller. Then we take a look at ag news headlines to close the show in Segment Four. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36373250

AOA Tuesday 4-29-2025 04/29/2025

AOA Tuesday 4-29-2025 On Tuesday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a check of the markets with Chip Nellinger from Blue Reef Agri-Marketing. In Segment Two, we get an update on the New World Screwworm issue with Ethan Lane, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs at the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. In Segment Three, it's a conversation with Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA). We follow that with an update on a recent trade mission to Southeast Asia in Segment Four with Ohio Corn Checkoff board member Nate Bair. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36357780

AOA Monday 4-28-2025 04/28/2025

AOA Monday 4-28-2025 Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the markets and end of the month trade action with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we discuss the potential severe weather outbreak on Monday and look at the forecast for this week with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we catch up on the latest news surrounding WOTUS, CAFO regulations in the courts and more with DTN Environmental Editor Todd Neeley. Then we close the show with news headlines in Segment Four. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36339320

AOA Friday 4-25-2025 04/25/2025

AOA Friday 4-25-2025 Friday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show in Segment One discussing the role of soy in animal agriculture and more with Carla Schultz, United Soybean Board Communication & Education Committee Chair and Michigan Farmer. In Segment Two, we have a wide-ranging conversation with Doug Sombke, President of the South Dakota Farmers Union. In Segment Three, we take a deep dive into the markets as we near the end of April with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX. Then we close the show with ag news headlines including updates on China/US relations, Farm Bill prospects, new reports on off-farm income and more. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36309665

AOA Thursday 4-24-2025 04/24/2025

AOA Thursday 4-24-2025 On Thursday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at market action this week with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. In Segment Two, we discuss issues with rural postal service and more with Missouri Farm Bureau President Garrett Hawkins. In Segment Three, we discuss the fees on Chinese built ships and the impact on agriculture with Mike Steenhoek, Executive Director of the Soy Transportation Coalition. Then we close the show in Segment Four with a look at ag news headlines. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36294800

AOA Wednesday 4-23-2025 04/23/2025

AOA Wednesday 4-23-2025 Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with the latest ag news headlines with show host Jesse Allen. In Segment Two, we discuss a new brand campaign from the National Pork Board with Patrick Fleming, NPB vice president of demand development, and Morgan Wonderly, NPB Board Member and producer from California.In Segment Three, we learn about Pioneer’s Winter Canola program and partnership with Bunge Chevron Ag Renewables LLC as Chad Berghoefer, Global Product Director, Biofuels, Corteva/Pioneer joins us to discuss. Then we close the show by hearing part of our conversation with Ketos CEO Meena Sankaran as we discuss how they help guide farmers on water management practices and much more. You can also find the full conversation at www.agricultureofamerica.com. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36278775

AOA Tuesday 4-22-2025 04/22/2025

AOA Tuesday 4-22-2025 On Tuesday’s AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at ag news headlines in Segment One. In Segment Two, we talk about the latest Midwest Dairy Annual Report with Mackenzie Felt-Lewis, Corporate Communications Manager for Midwest Dairy. Next up in Segment Three, could we see more space storms cause technology outages on the farm? Terry Griffin, precision agricultural economist from Kansas State University, joins us to discuss some of their latest research into last year’s Gannon Space Storm and the economic impact on the farm. Then in Segment Four, we close the show discussing the importance of seed treatments with Nick Tinsley from BASF. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36263490

AOA Monday 4-21-2025 04/21/2025

AOA Monday 4-21-2025 On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the volatility in outside markets to start the week and perspective on grain and livestock markets with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get a look at what is shaping up to be another active week of weather ahead with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we talk about hunger issues in rural America with Vince Hall, Chief Government Relations Officer, Feeding America. Then we close the show in Segment Four with news headlines including an update on how the sorghum industry is dealing with tariffs and more. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36244410

AOA Friday 4-18-2025 04/18/2025

AOA Friday 4-18-2025 Friday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we take a look at how the markets settled out the week ahead of the three day weekend with Chris Robinson from Robinson Ag Marketing. In Segment Two, we learn about America First Policy Institute’s new Farmers First Agenda with Tate Bennett, Director of Rural Policy for AFPI. Then in Segment Three and Four, we learn about the new partnership between Top Dollar Angus and Legacy Beef Co-op with Nate Smith, GM at Top Dollar Angus and Chad Tentinger, Founder of Legacy Beef. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36218750

AOA Thursday 4-17-2025 04/17/2025

AOA Thursday 4-17-2025 On Thursday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at what's moving in the markets as we close out a holiday shortened trading week with Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net. In Segment Two, we take a look at the weather and get some thoughts on an active pattern over the holiday and longer range forecast thoughts with Eric Snodgrass, Senior Science Fellow from Nutrien Ag Solutions. In Segment Three, we get an update on New World Screwworm issues, discuss trade/tariffs and potential ag labor challenges with Ethan Lane, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs with the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. Then we close the show in Segment Four with a look at latest ag equipment sales numbers with Curt Blades, Senior Vice President at the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36207295

AOA Wednesday 4-16-2025 04/16/2025

AOA Wednesday 4-16-2025 Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with perspective on this week's market action with Don Roose from U.S. Commodities. In Segment Two, it's a conversation about tariffs, budget reconciliation and the Farm Bill with National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles. Next up in Segment Three, we recap the new and catch-up on biofuels issues with Jacqui Fatka, Lead Analyst for Farm Supply and Biofuels with CoBank. Then we close the show with news headlines in Segment Four. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36188035

AOA Tuesday 4-15-2025 04/15/2025

AOA Tuesday 4-15-2025 On Tuesday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show by having a conversation about tariffs and state issues with Iowa Farmers Union President Aaron Lehman. In Segment Two, we discuss uncertainty surrounding climate-smart commodity programs and the Farm Bill outlook with Jonathan Coppess, Gardner Associate Professor of Agricultural Policy, Dept. of Agricultural and Consumer Economics at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. In Segment Three, we take a broad look at the markets including impacts of tariffs and more on global soybean flows with Susan Stroud from No Bull Ag. Then we close the show with ag news headlines in Segment Four. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36152635

AOA Monday 4-14-2025 04/14/2025

AOA Monday 4-14-2025 Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with thoughts on the markets getting back to trading weather instead of headlines with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get an update on a more active weather pattern ahead this week with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we discuss the potential of soybean aphid pressure in the Midwest this season and how to combat the pest with Ron Geis, Market Development Specialist with Corteva Agriscience. Then we close the show with news headlines including part of a special report from FARM's Corryn La Rue looking at the role of blockchain technology in agriculture. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36128150

AOA Friday 4-11-2025 04/11/2025

AOA Friday 4-11-2025 Friday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show by having a conversation with Congressman Zach Nunn (R-IA). In Segment Two, we discuss reconciliation, Farm Bill hopes, tariffs and ag labor with Randy Russell from The Russell Group. In Segment Three, we have a conversation with Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins. Then we close the show with a look at ag news headlines in Segment Four. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36097725

AOA Thursday 4-10-2025 04/10/2025

AOA Thursday 4-10-2025 Thursday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at market action following President Trump's tariff pause with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. In Segment Two, we discuss the growing biologicals market and get thoughts from Leah Anderson, Senior Vice President of Land O’Lakes, Inc. and President of its crop inputs and insights business, WinField United. Next up in Segment Three, Tractor Zoom Director of Insights Andy Campbell joins us to discuss new data looking at how tariffs could impact equipment sales. We also take a look at what's moving in the spring tractor market. Then we close the show in Segment Four with a look at the latest ag news headlines. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36084240

AOA Wednesday 4-9-2025 04/09/2025

AOA Wednesday 4-9-2025 Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at ag news headlines in Segment One. In Segment Two, we discuss year-round E-15, recent issues and testimony surrounding 2,4-D herbicide availability and tariffs with Kenneth Hartman Jr, President of the National Corn Growers Association. In Segment Three, we talk tariffs and get perspective from R-Calf USA CEO Bill Bullard. Then we close the show with a look at February's meat export data and get an update on a trade mission to Africa with U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO, Dan Halstrom. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36069720

AOA Tuesday 4-8-2025 04/08/2025

AOA Tuesday 4-8-2025 Tuesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at a bit of a "Turnaround Tuesday" in the markets with Garrett Toay from AgTraderTalk. In Segment Two, we look at the March 2025 Meat Demand Monitor results and a new special report on financial sentiment impacting meat consumption and more with Dr. Glynn Tonsor from Kansas State University. (Find the data online at ) In Segment Three, we discuss tariffs and geopolitics with author and geopolitical strategist Dr. John Hulsman. (Find his latest commentary on Substack: ) Then we close the show in Segment Four with host Jesse Allen sharing some thoughts and perspective on tariffs and the recent market volatility and turmoil. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36052965

AOA Monday 4-7-2025 04/07/2025

AOA Monday 4-7-2025 Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with perspective on the recent market volatility with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. Next up in Segment Two, we recap the devastating flooding and look at cooler temperatures to start this week with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we get an agronomy update from Iowa with Angie Rieck-Hinz, Extension Field Agronomist for Iowa State University. Then in Segment Four, we learn about the relaunch of The Mosaic Company Foundation for Sustainable Food Systems with Adam Herges, Sustainability Agronomist Advisor, Corporate Public Affairs at The Mosaic Company. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36037370

AOA Friday 4-4-2025 04/04/2025

AOA Friday 4-4-2025 On Friday's AOA, we start the show with a look at continued market fallout from tariffs and more with Shawn Hackett from Hackett Financial Advisors. In Segment Two, we recap the latest results of the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer with Michael Langemeier, Director of Purdue's Center for Commercial Agriculture. In Segment Three, we have a conversation with American Soybean Association President Caleb Ragland from Kentucky about tariffs, the use of 2,4-D herbicides being looked at by the International Trade Commission and more. Then in Segment Four, we hear from Michigan farmer John Burk who has been affected by some of the funding freezes of IRA conservation funding and get his thoughts on why programs like this are important for conservation purposes. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/36005445

AOA Thursday 4-3-2025 04/03/2025

AOA Thursday 4-3-2025 Thursday on AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Diesel, we start the show with a look at market reaction to tariffs and more with Jacob Burks from AgMarket.net. In Segment Two, we discuss energy market reaction to tariffs and some of the latest Trump Administration deregulation with David Holt, President of Consumer Energy Alliance. Next up in Segment Three, we discuss a wide range of state and national ag issues with Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation President Dan Glessing. Then we close the show in Segment Four by welcoming the newest member of the Farm and Ranch Media team Susan Littlefield to the show for a conversation on headlines and more. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/35992180

AOA Wednesday 4-2-2025 04/02/2025

AOA Wednesday 4-2-2025 On Wednesday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at markets as David Brock from The Brock Report joins the show. In Segment Two, we discuss forthcoming tariffs from the Trump Administration, ECAP funds and more with Josh Baethge, Policy Editor for Farm Progress. Next up in Segment Three, we discuss the outlook for the fertilizer market as we enter spring planting season with Josh Linville, VP of Fertilizer at StoneX. Then we close the show with a recap of a recent Northern Soy Marketing trade mission to Thailand with NSM Executive Director Patrick O'Leary from Minnesota. /episode/index/show/b416bb9e-2741-4e13-9c1d-390c5fcc04d7/id/35976210

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