Join us as we sit down with Amaya Aguirre-Landa, Executive Director of the Idaho Grain Producers Association, to break down the issues shaping agriculture at the state and national level. From a recap of Idaho's 2026 legislative session to insights on the recent primary election and what growers should watch heading into November, Amaya helps connect policy decisions back to the farm. We also discuss the challenges and opportunities facing Idaho agriculture and how producers can stay informed and engaged in the legislative process. Whether you're closely following policy or simply want to better understand how decisions made at the Capitol impact Idaho grain and barley production, this episode offers practical insight for growers and industry partners alike. 🔗To learn more about policy and the legislative process or get involved visit Idaho Grain Producers Associations website: https://www.idahograin.org/ The Beyond Barley Podcast is presented by the Idaho Barley Commission.🌾 Follow & Connect with Idaho Barley Commission and Eat Barley:

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Join us as we sit down with Amaya Aguirre-Landa,Executive Director of the Idaho Grain Producers Association, to break down the issues shaping agriculture at the state and national level.

From a recap of Idaho's 2026 legislative session toinsights on the recent primary election and what growers should watch heading into November, Amaya helps connect policy decisions back to the farm. We also discuss the challenges and opportunities facing Idaho agriculture and how producers can stay informed and engaged in the legislative process.

Whether you're closely following policy or simply wantto better understand how decisions made at the Capitol impact Idaho grain and barley production, this episode offers practical insight for growers and industry partners alike.

🔗To learn more about policy and the legislative process or get involved visit Idaho Grain ProducersAssociations website: https://www.idahograin.org/

The Beyond Barley Podcast is presented by the Idaho Barley Commission.🌾

Follow & Connect with Idaho Barley Commission and Eat Barley:

Instagram: @idahobarley | @eatbarley

Facebook: Idaho Barley Commission | Barley: Nature's Hearty Grain

LinkedIn: Idaho Barley Commission

Pinterest: @eatbarleyusa

YouTube: Idaho Barley Commission | Barley: Nature's Hearty Grain

Website: www.idahobarley.org | www.eatbarley.org

In honor of World Trade Month, this episode of Beyond Barley takes a closer look at the role international trade plays in supporting Idaho barley growers and the broader U.S. barley industry. 🌾🤝We sat down with Ellen Zimmerman, Director of Industry Relations for the U.S. Grains and BioProducts Council, for a practical and approachable conversation focused on “Trade 101” for agriculture.Together, we discuss why export markets matter, how global demand impacts growers here at home, and the importance of building long-term relationships with international customers. The conversation also explores how partnerships between organizations like the Idaho Barley Commission and the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council help create opportunities for Idaho barley around the world.Whether you’re deeply familiar with agricultural trade or just curious how Idaho barley connects to global markets, this episode offers insight into the people, partnerships, and programs helping support the future of the industry.Ellen Zimmerman’s Bio: https://grains.org/staff/ellen-zimmer...🔗Learn more about Trade 101 and the U.S. Grains and BioProducts Council visit: https://grains.org/The Beyond Barley Podcast is presented by the Idaho Barley Commission.🌾Follow & Connect with Idaho Barley Commission and Eat Barley:Instagram: @idahobarley | @eatbarleyFacebook: Idaho Barley Commission | Barley: Nature's Hearty GrainLinkedIn: Idaho Barley CommissionPinterest: @eatbarleyusaYouTube: Idaho Barley Commission | Barley: Nature's Hearty GrainWebsite: www.idahobarley.org | www.eatbarley.org

In Episode 2 of Beyond Barley, we sit down with Idaho Brewers United Executive Director, Mindi Ridgeway to talk all things Idaho Craft Beer Month! From the role Idaho-grown barley plays in brewing to the partnerships that keep the craft beer industry thriving, Mindi shares insight into how growers, maltsters and brewers come together to create something bigger than what’s in the glass. 🍻Whether you’re a producer, industry partner or craft beer enthusiast, this episode highlights the people, purpose and progress behind Idaho’s beer scene and why it all starts with barley.The Beyond Barley Podcast is presented by the Idaho Barley Commission.🌾🔗Learn More About Idaho Craft Beer Month: https://idahobrewers.org/idaho-craft-beer-monthFollow & Connect with Idaho Barley Commission and Eat Barley:Instagram: @idahobarley | @eatbarleyFacebook: Idaho Barley Commission | Barley: Nature's Hearty GrainLinkedIn: Idaho Barley CommissionPinterest: @eatbarleyusaYouTube: Idaho Barley Commission | Barley: Nature's Hearty GrainWebsite: www.idahobarley.org | www.eatbarley.org

The very first episode of Beyond Barley is here! In this episode, we take a closer look at the National Barley Yield Contest results and what it takes to be a top-performing grower. 🌾Hear directly from National Barley Yield Contest winners, along with insights from Richard Johnson, Area Sales Manager at LEMKEN (and contest sponsor) and Brett Wilken with Scoular, who has been instrumental in developing and growing the contest. From yield strategies to management practices, this conversation dives into what’s working in the field and how growers can continue pushing barley production forward. The Beyond Barley Podcast is presented by the Idaho Barley Commission.🌾

🔗Learn More About the National Barley Yield Contest: https://www.idahobarleycommission.org/barley-yield-contest/

Follow & Connect with Idaho Barley Commission and Eat Barley:

Instagram: @idahobarley | @eatbarley

Facebook: Idaho Barley Commission | Barley: Nature's Hearty Grain

LinkedIn: Idaho Barley Commission

Pinterest: @eatbarleyusa

YouTube: Idaho Barley Commission | Barley: Nature's Hearty Grain

Website: www.idahobarley.org

Website: www.eatbarley.org