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Welcome to Inside D.C., where we break down how the policy decisions made in Washington can impact your farm. What will it take for a Farm Bill 2.0 to actually cross the finish line? This week, Brownfield’s Carah Hart and Jonathan Coppess at the University of Illinois talk about it, along with a markup expected in the House Ag Committee soon.

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The Missouri Grassroots Fellowship features young soybean farmers from across the state learning about the soybean industry and improving leadership skills. Luke Hopper, participant and former Missouri Soybeans intern, shares his experience.

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Corteva Agriscience U.S. Crop Protection Technical Lead Dr. Eric Scherder says the Enlist system plays a critical role in a program approach to weed control and resistance management. And he tells Brownfield there are ways farmers can get the most out of the Enlist system this season. 

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Brownfield Commodity Market Reporter John Perkins has your look at the modest overnight gains in corn, the mixed trade in soybeans and wheat, and what might move cattle and hogs at the open.

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Lillian Linscheid was selected as a Beck’s Player with Heart in recognition of her dedication to her school, athletics, and community. She competes in golf and trap shooting while also participating in band, National Honor Society, forensics, FFA, and Leo Club. Lillian values the opportunity to compete alongside her friends, challenge herself, and take part in experiences that help her grow both personally and academically. Her commitment extends far beyond the classroom. Lillian is an active member of 4-H, serves as a blood drive coordinator, and participates in Iowa County Youth in Emergency Services. She is also deeply involved in her church youth group. As a fifth-generation farmer, Lillian was raised with a deep passion for agriculture. She views agriculture as more than an industry, but as a close-knit community working together toward the shared goal of feeding the world. Lillian plans to attend South Dakota State University to pursue a bachelor’s degree in agronomy and animal science, along with a minor in precision agriculture. After graduation, she intends to return home to work alongside her dad and uncle on the family farm.

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Jared Buwalda has been chosen as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his commitment on and off the field. He is actively involved in FFA, SkillsUSA, National Honor Society, basketball, football, and the RCF Ice Fishing Team. A dedicated leader, he serves as vice president of both FFA and SkillsUSA. He has also been selected as team captain for both the basketball and football teams during his junior and senior years. Competing alongside close friends and learning from trusted mentors has shaped him into the person he is today. Jared volunteers with Food for Families, FFA community events, Living Hope Church, and at Randolph School, while also assisting elderly neighbors with household tasks. Through his own detailing business, he has donated funds and service certificates to local organizations. Serving others has strengthened his sense of responsibility and deepened his connection to the community. Agriculture is at the core of Jared’s life. From riding in tractors with his dad as a child to working nearly full-time at KC Farms throughout high school, he has grown into a trusted and dependable part of the operation. He assists with planting, harvesting, drainage, maintenance, and more, and previously worked at Seed Clean LLC, managing seed operations. Jared plans to attend UW–Platteville to pursue a degree in agribusiness while continuing to work at KC Farms and grow his detailing business. His long-term goal is to lead within the agriculture industry, expand operations, and continue giving back to the community.

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As a Beck’s Player with Heart, Mandi Schock shows dedication and passion on and off the field. She competes in basketball and track and field while also being involved in FFA, FBLA, and her school’s mentoring program. She values the opportunity to compete, grow, and create lasting memories alongside her friends and family. Outside of school, Mandi volunteers at her local food pantry and participates in 4-H, giving back to the community that has supported her. Coming from a long line of farmers, agriculture represents family and community in Mandi's life. She has been raised with strong agricultural values and knows her family’s support extends from the fields to the stands. Mandi plans to attend the University of Sioux Falls to pursue a degree in nursing while continuing her track career at the collegiate level.

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Ethan James Johnson was chosen as a Beck’s Player with Heart for his dedication and passion on and off the field. He competes in baseball, basketball, and football. For him, high school sports are about more than competition. They are about brotherhood, growth, and shared experiences. Ethan gives back to his community through the Big Brothers Big Sisters program and by volunteering at youth sports practices and games, serving as a positive role model for younger athletes. Growing up on a family farm has shaped who Ethan is. From helping his dad with crops and equipment to starting his own herd of sheep, he has learned responsibility, patience, and the value of hard work. Ethan plans to attend college to pursue a career in sports medicine while continuing to help on the family farm whenever he can.

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Taylor Kaye Dombeck has been chosen as a Beck's Player with Heart for her commitment and passion to sports and agriculture. She is a member of the North Stars Water Ski Team, where she has developed not only her athletic ability but also a love for competing alongside her teammates. Taylor extends her commitment to her community by volunteering at the Big Pine Lake Water Ski Clinic and staying active at Cross Point Alliance Church. Agriculture has shaped Taylor's life. Growing up on a family farm in Minnesota, she learned that farming is more than raising livestock and growing crops to feed the world. It is a way of life built on resilience. She says agriculture teaches you never to give up and to work through hardships for something greater than yourself. Taylor will attend the Salon Professional Academy in Fargo, North Dakota. After completing hair school, she plans to move to Winter Haven, Florida, where she hopes to pursue her passion for water skiing by joining the Cypress Gardens Ski Team.

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On today's episode - Brownfield team members provide updates on efficiency within the USDA, Vice President JD Vance's recent visit to Wisconsin, producers trying to overcome tight margins, the direction of U.S. soybean markets, and more.

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