On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen report on HAT news including a look at what the future holds now that Purdue Extension has a newly appointed Associate Dean and Director and the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled the president does not have the authority to impose tariffs on imported goods using emergency powers. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes more chill in the air but more chances of sunshine today, and the Monday grain and oilseed markets ended mixed after a positive start to the week. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Karl Setzer has market 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.

Hoosier Ag Today's C.J. Miller chats with Angie Abbott, the Associate Dean and Director of Purdue Extension. Abbott talks about her path, which started on a farm in Clinton County, to becoming a visionary leader. She also touches upon the many community-focused extension programs that serve Hoosiers throughout Indiana's 92 counties. Abbott also shares more about the future of Purdue Extension. If you'd like to advertise on this podcast—or one of our many "YOUR Purdue Extension" Podcasts—and reach a large audience of Indiana farmers and ag professionals, e-mail Molly Nichols: [email protected].

The Little Red Barn Podcast goes on the road this week as Charlie visits the Marshall County FFA Farm Toy Show at LaVille High School. The guys chat farm toy collections, and why we have them with four Marshall County FFA members and talk FFA week which is happening this week. A light-hearted look at the "playful" side of Agriculture. How may of your old farm toys do you still have?

There is an increasing desire from consumers to better understand food’s overall impact on their health; however, there haven’t always been the proper tools – until now. This week, we are joined by FoodHealth Company’s CEO and co-founder, Sam Citro-Alexander, to talk about the launch of their consumer and brand facing tech-platform, FoodHealth Score, which rates products and suggests smarter swaps in real-time as you shop. We also get into leveraging innovation to better connect the value chain and empowering consumers and food brands alike to make better informed decisions based on data. Want to try out FoodHealth Score for yourself? Download the Chrome extension for free here! Highlights include:  What FoodHealth Company does and who they aim to serve through technology Gaps in the market that Sam identified that led to her endeavoring this new startup and systems change How FoodHealth Co. Works across the food system to drive better health outcomes – from consumers to food brands alike Sam’s launch of their flagship product, FoodHealth Score, and what the feedback has looked like across the value chain Retailers and brands using data to better inform purchasing and formulation decisions How FoodHealth Co. Is thinking about impact measured through their platform What food is health means to Sam and her team The role she sees farmers playing in the FoodHealth Score and the opportunity to better align food production and health The company’s $7.5M Series A funding round from 2025 and how it’s enabled them to grow and scale How Sam views partnerships and collaboration as a necessary tool to the growth of FoodHealth Company Where she believes they’ve just started to scratch the surface on their full potential when it comes to FoodHealth Score What’s ahead for the company with the launch of FoodHealth Score in 2026

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen report on HAT news including the push by corn producers to make the year-round sale of E-15 permanent has the full support of Indiana Governor Mike Braun and farmers, don't expect much help from higher crop prices in 2026. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes northwest winds keeping a chill in the Indiana air, and the Friday wheat market was higher again, pulling corn up while soybeans quietly sold off. Andy Eubank has settlements and analyst Brian Basting has comments. 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: The full text of the much-awaited "Farm Bill 2.0" was released late last week. C.J. Miller chats with Congressman Jim Baird (R-IN-04), who serves on the House Ag Committee, about the push he's making with his colleagues on Capitol Hill to get the bill onto the House floor for a vote. You'll also hear from Indiana native Ted McKinney, NASDA CEO, who is strongly farmers to reach out to their lawmakers in Washington to prevent this legislation from stalling in the House. You'll also hear from Indiana Governor Mike Braun and his push to make year-round E-15 permanent for Hoosiers. Also, Brian Basting with Advanced Trading discusses the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling that strikes down many of President Trump's tariffs, and the impact that ruling had on Friday's grain markets.

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen report on HAT news including an Indiana Congressman who says the new farm bill takes care of those leftover items that weren’t addressed in last year’s One Big Beautiful Bill and keeping a close eye on nitrogen prices as spring planting nears. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes colder air and even wind advisories, and the Thursday wheat market again led markets higher, with beans also posting gains. Andy Eubank reports the final numbers and analyst Karl Setzer has comments. 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 report on HAT news including not just farm bill talks in Washington but also looking at long-awaited farm labor legislation and Indiana farmers may want to consider a customized risk management plan. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin sees more moisture today and a drop off in temperatures, and the Wednesday wheat market worked higher while corn and soybeans were mostly steady. Andy Eubank reports the final numbers and analyst Tom Fritz has comments. 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: We shine the spotlight on Purdue Extension's Community Leadership Program. It's an intensive county-based program for individuals who want to improve their local communities by getting more involved in local nonprofit boards, government committees, and other volunteer efforts. Cindy Barber, Community Development Educator with Purdue Extension-Daviess County, discusses the program and how it helps develop people into leaders in their community. If you'd like to advertise on this podcast—or one of our many "YOUR Purdue Extension" Podcasts—and reach a large audience of Indiana farmers and ag professionals, e-mail Molly Nichols: [email protected].

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen report on HAT news including the reopening of an Indiana State Department of Agriculture program that helps farmers improve nutrient management and save money, tips for maximizing corn and soybean profitability, and a REPORT FROM GHANA with Eric Pfeiffer and members of the current class of AgrIInstitute Ag Leadership Program. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for a cloudy day and there are rain chances too, and the Tuesday ag markets were mixed as corn and wheat came under pressure. Andy Eubank reports the final numbers and analyst Arlan Suderman has comments. 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.