On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including a Hoosier in Africa advocating for U.S. agriculture and Case IH unveils its most powerful tractor yet at Farm Progress. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast includes rain slowly moving out of Indiana with some sun breaking through, and the grain and oilseed markets all sold off Wednesday with soybeans again leading lower. Andy Eubank is joined by market analyst Steve Erdman for his insights. 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 Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including an update on crop conditions in the Ft. Wayne area and details of a change in the burdensome aspect of a 2023 labor rule. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast calls for warm air again today and there are some rain chances that he will detail. The grain and oilseed markets were mixed Tuesday but very weak in soybeans. Andy Eubank is joined by market analyst Arlan Suderman for his insights. 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.

Ready to change the way you look at football fields forever? It's not as simple as managing an acre of grass.   In this episode of The Dirt, Dr. Bryan G. Hopkins joins Mike Howell to break down the art and science of sports turf management. From irrigation timing and mowing height, paint and shade, to compaction and crowns, you'll hear what really goes into the fields our athletes play on.   Explore why natural grass has become the turf of choice, how stadium layouts affect growth and uncover innovative technologies that have changed the turfgrass management game for NFL and college football consultants like Dr. Bryan Hopkins.   Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com   Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics

On the first episode of the "Your Farm" podcast, C.J. Miller chats with Dr. Henry Quesada, Assistant Director of Purdue Extension, about the many ways that Purdue Extension-Agriculture & Natural Resources programs and resources are making a positive impact on the lives of Indiana's farmers and rural Hoosiers. "Your Farm" is one of the many new podcasts now available as Hoosier Ag Today presents YOUR Purdue Extension—a podcast network!

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including a plan to increase the number of livestock veterinarians and a new soybean seed that has gotten a good test in fields this year. HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin's Indiana Farm Forecast has mostly dry weather continuing today and tomorrow, and the grain and oilseed markets were closed for Labor Day. Andy Eubank is joined by market analyst John Zanker for his thoughts as we start a new month. 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.

What do the northern lights have to do with farming equipment?  Jay Rieckers joins hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama in the podcast room for today’s episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  Jay is the Service Manager and in large equipment sales at Jacobi Sales and Service.You’ll learn about Jay’s career path and what led to him moving from equipment service to selling for Jacobi, even at Taekwondo. From equipment that can plant at 10 miles an hour to other equipment that has the ability to apply two different fertilizer prescriptions simultaneously and manage downforce, you’ll be astounded by the changes that have occurred in agriculture equipment over the last couple of decades.  Sal, Jeff, and Jay will dig into the connection between northern lights and farming equipment in addition to discussing draper header versus auger headers.  Whether you’re a grower or just an equipment fanatic, you’ll love this episode!

Young leaders are born in the show rings of 4-H fairs and Cora Rodibaugh knows that story well. This week, the 10-year 4-H'er sits down with Indiana Farm Bureau’s Annie Romine to recap her career, talk about her love of pigs and the skills she’s acquired along the way that have her equipped her for the future. She also shares what’s ahead for her as she takes off for Purdue University to start the fall semester. Indiana Farm Bureau is dedicated to supporting youth in agriculture. There are several opportunities for youth to be involved in INFB, with scholarships for graduating seniors and college students; Collegiate Farm Bureau chapters at Purdue, Huntington and Vincennes universities; FFA advocacy days and trainings; grants for FFA chapters and 4-H clubs; and leadership development events, competitions, awards and conferences. INFB also serves as presenting sponsor of the Exhibitor Experience for livestock exhibitors and all showmanship contests at the Indiana State Fair.  You can learn more at infb.org/YFAP.

On the HAT Podcast C.J. Miller and Greg Allen have the news including details on the work of the Modern Ag Alliance and hear what it takes to be a strong agribusiness leader. The Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin calls for a dry week ahead overall, and Friday grain and oilseed trade enjoyed a nice rally heading to the 3-day weekend. Andy Eubank has settlements and market 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 this edition of Hoosier Ag This Week: We were on the road at Farm Progress Show in Decatur, Illinois earlier this past week. You'll hear from USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden who talks about a possible “bridge” policy to help corn and soybean producers facing low commodity prices. Vaden also tells Hoosier Ag Today why Indianapolis was chosen as one of five regional hub locations for USDA. Also from the Farm Progress Show, Eric Pfeiffer reports on new equipment that has just been introduced by Can-Am, and Greg Allen highlights an organization called Modern Ag Alliance which is making sure that farmers have the crop protection tools they need to succeed. Brian Basting reviews Friday's grain markets, and Ryan Martin has your Indiana Farm Forecast as we inch closer to harvest season. That's all part of the Hoosier Ag This Week Podcast!

On the HAT Podcast Eric Pfeiffer and C.J. Miller have the news including possible aid to farmers from USDA because of low commodity prices and the new HAT and Purdue Extension podcast delves into your health. The Indiana Farm Forecast with HAT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin has cooler temperatures and some beautiful weather in the coming days, and in a reversal from the start of Thursday trade, corn, beans, and wheat all settled above steady. Andy Eubank has settlements and market 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.