ACN’s ”Above the Fold”

Tim Hammerich of AgGrad joins the Ag Comm Network podcast and he takes us through how he started his own live video stream called AgGrad Live. Kelsey and Tim discuss what software to use for live streams, how to find guests, how to get over the anxiety of producing a live show, and so much more. If you want to learn how to create your own live video stream on social media, here's a great starting point. Tim also shares some exciting news from a new project that AgGrad is set to launch.

Natalina Sents of Successful Farming joins the podcast today as we recap our time at Ag Media Summit in Scottsdale, Arizona. She joins Kelsey Litchfield as they discuss their favorite sessions, what they learned, and other big takeaways from the summit. If you didn't join us in Arizona, here's your virtual chance!

Get your sneak peek of Ag Media Summit right here as Kelsey interviews Diane Johnson, executive director of the Livestock Publications Council. Find out why this conference travels all over the country to different host sites, how many attendees will be in Scottsdale, and what certain band will be making its comeback this year at AMS.

What does an editor-in-chief look for when hiring a great crop of writers? Greg Horstmeier of DTN/The Progressive Farmer shares his best career advice that applies to all journalists. In this episode, he will explain why you're always being interviewed, what the foundation is to being a journalist, and so much more. Tune in!

Host Kelsey Litchfield talks with Sara Wyant of Agri-Pulse about her team's coverage of ag policy and other agriculture related topics in Washington D.C. She also shares the details of her one-on-one interview with President Trump. Tune in to also hear Sara's perspective of how ag media has changed since her start in the field.

Watch Sara's interview with President Trump here: www.agri-pulse.com/media/videos/pl…6c1302-38939057

On this episode of the Ag Comm Network podcast, we’re talking with Chris Clayton at DTN/The Progressive Farmer about covering ag policy – in the heat of a trade war and the farm bill debate. Yep, he’s been busy lately. We’ll hear how he leverages sources and builds relationships in D.C., plus how he wades through the minutiae and figures out what’s really important to farmer readers.

Kelsey Litchfield and Holly Spangler kick-off the Ag Comm Network podcast and discuss why it's important to keep learning in our careers. They also share the vision for the podcast and how it can serve you!