IL CORN TV

Calling all Illinois farmers!

Struggling to find the balance between profitability and environmental responsibility? This episode of IL Corn TV is here to help!

Introduction of Greg Goodwin and PCM program. (1:05)
How PCM handles and protects farmer data. (2:10)
New June 2024 report announcement. (3:20)
How PCM addresses nutrient loss reduction strategy goals. (3:40)
Greg Goodwin's passion for PCM and why he does this work. (4:20)
Importance of farmer-created program - transparency and prioritizing farmers' needs. (5:00)
Just the facts with the IL Corn Interns. (6:34)
How is PCM addressing the nutrient loss reduction strategy goals for farmers? (6:40)
Why Greg is passionate about helping farmers? (8:30)
Not to be Corny. (10:43)

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In today's episode, we have an exciting interview with Shelby Watson from the US Poultry and Egg Export Council (USAPEEC).

Shelby explains how poultry production impacts corn prices for our farmers and how the ILCorn Marketing Board helps keep export markets open despite challenges like bird flu or Avian Influenza.

Here's the inside scoop!
USAPEEC and its role explained. (1:20)
Challenges of US poultry exports. (2:45)
Promising export markets for US poultry. (4:00)
Impact of US poultry production on corn prices. (5:25)
Just the Facts with the IL Corn Interns. (6:25)
History of USAPEEC. (7:08)
USAPEEC's role beyond marketing. (8:20)
Not to be Corny. (9:10)

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Join us as we chat with Deanne, also known as This Farm Girl Cooks, who shares her secrets to creating delicious and healthy field meals that keep farmers energized all season long.

Deanne's Background: Growing up in a farm town, marrying a farmer, and starting to help out on the farm, including making field meals. (1:00)

Starting This Farm Girl Cooks: Her transition from a corporate job to farm life. (2:30)

Favorite Field Meals and Freezer Meal Hacks: Deanne’s favorite meals for the field and the benefits of freezer meals for farm life. (4:00)

Advice for Building an Ag-Related Business: The importance of social media for sharing your story and experiences. (6:00)

Deanne's Journey and Impact: Finding community and connections through This Farm Girl Cooks. (7:00)

Where to Find Deanne's Recipes: Her website and social media links. (8:00)

Not to be Corny: A fun segment to wrap up the episode. (9:00)

Tune in to learn more about farm life, tasty recipes, and how Deanne has built a supportive community around her passion for cooking.

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This week, we sit down with Jim Tarmann, Managing Director at IL Corn.

We'll talk about trade, locks, and dams, and how they affect our farmers.

Introduction to Jim Tarmann, Managing Director at Illinois Corn. (00:41)
Discussion on the significance of trade for Illinois farmers. (01:01)
Importance of locks and dams. (01:20)
Getting to know Jim Tarmann - background and career journey. (01:41)
Jim's early life and education. (02:01)
Highlights of Jim's 31-year tenure at IL Corn. (02:41)
Jim's work on ethanol and its importance. (03:00)
Challenges and issues with infrastructure and waterways. (03:20)
Impact of aging locks and dams on farmers. (03:41)
Costs of inefficiencies in the waterway system. (04:01)
Early investigations and education efforts. (04:21)
Barge tours and public awareness campaigns. (04:41)
Not to be Corny. (05:40)

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This week on IL Corn TV, we follow the journey of Illinois corn.

We talk to Ellen Zimmerman, Director of Industry Relations at the U.S. Grains Council. She explains how Illinois corn gets to markets around the globe. 

Here's what you'll learn:
Ellen Zimmerman's insights on the importance of trade for Illinois farmers. (00:58)
An in-depth look at the U.S. Grains Council's impactful work. (02:23)
Opportunities and objectives in Japan's corn and ethanol markets. (04:52)
Ellen collaborates with her team and farmers in Illinois to create a significant global impact. (5:50)

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Join us this week on IL Corn TV as we embark on an adventure with veteran ag journalist Kay Shipman to uncover the real story behind farming. 

Kay shares her wealth of experiences, from clarifying complex government programs to observing the evolution of agricultural journalism. She also reflects on the impactful moments when her stories made a significant difference in the lives of farm families.

In This Episode:
Controversial stories Kay covered and the need for clear, concise communication for a general audience. (1:00)
The importance of reaching the general public. (3:25)
Changes in agricultural journalism. (6:55)
Biggest challenges Kay has faced in her career. (8:55)
Most memorable story. (10:41)
The relationship between farmers and the media. (13:22)
Advice for young journalists in agriculture. (15:02)
Part 2: Not to be Corny. (16:30)

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This week on IL Corn TV, we meet Ryne Willard.

He is currently in his redshirt sophomore year at the College of DuPage.

Ryne grew up playing baseball in Bloomington-Normal, and now he's a star pitcher for the Normal CornBelters.

In this episode, you'll hear Ryne talk about:

Hear Ryne reminisce about playing ball at the Corn Crib as a kid (1:00).
Discover how Ryne juggles pitching for the CornBelters with his studies at the College of DuPage (2:00).
Explore the experiences that shaped Ryne's passion for baseball (4:30).
Learn about Ryne's time playing for the Kernels Collegiate League (KCL) (5:00).
Hear Ryne express his gratitude for his parents' unwavering support (7:15).
Find out about Ryne's aspirations to become a special education teacher and baseball coach (8:30).
Celebrate Ryne's impressive achievement as Big 12 Conference Pitcher of the Year (10:32).
Discover Ryne's appreciation for his roots in Bloomington-Normal (12:37).
Explore Ryne's perspective on the importance of agriculture in Central Illinois (15:12).

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In this episode of IL Corn TV, we join Dan Meyer, district 12 director of the IL Corn Marketing Board, on his recent trip to Vietnam and Thailand. 

Dan shares some surprising insights into how our corn is used internationally, from fish farms in Vietnam to dairy farming in Thailand.

This interview is full of valuable information about how IL Corn is opening up new opportunities for farmers. Discover how aquaponics, fish feed, and dairy farming are creating fresh avenues for Illinois corn farmers.

Dan Meyer's background and role [00:42].
Dan Meyer's trip to Asia [01:46].
Discussion on DDGS in Vietnamese fish farm food rations [02:36].
Teaching silage production to corn farmers [03:04].
Building relationships in international markets [04:02].
Takeaways and IL Corn Checkoff [05:22].
Importance of partnerships like the U.S. Grains Council [06:18]. 
Encouraging IL Corn board members to join trade missions [07:04].
Dan's father's experience and inspiration [07:30].
Part 2: Not to be Corny [13:56].

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Is your farm contributing to the Dead Zone? 

It might sound scary, but IL Corn TV has answers.

The Dead Zone in the Gulf of Mexico is a major environmental issue, and Illinois farmers play a key role in the solution. 

In this episode, we explore the Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy (NLRS).

Learn new conservation practices, improve efficiency, and protect our waterways.

Megan Dwyer explains the NLRS and its goals. (01:10)
Importance of NLRS for farmers and the challenges. (02:05)
The concept of "one new conservation practice per acre". (03:20)
Examples of conservation practices farmers can adopt. (04:10)
Progress made by farmers - data and anecdotes. (05:55)
IL Corn's involvement in promoting conservation practices. (07:20)
Challenges of working with non-operating landowners. (09:25)
Co-benefits of conservation practices and future considerations. (12:20)
Importance of engaging the next generation of agriculturalists. (14:15)
Not to be Corny. (15:32)

Don't get stuck in the past. Learn how new tech and smart practices can keep you in control and protect the environment. 

Listen now and follow for more info on growing a successful, sustainable farm.

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Happy Earth Day!

Learn effective methods to extract every last bushel from your crop harvest.

Join us in this episode of IL Corn TV for an eye-opening discussion with Doug Wiegand, Director of North American Sales at Precision Planting, where we uncover the secrets behind Precision Planting's groundbreaking technology.

Doug talked about the game-changing technology that's putting farmers on the path to record yields.

Doug discusses his experience growing up on a farm and his passion for helping farmers improve their yields (00:45). 
The origin of Precision Planting (01:35).
Innovation in planting technology by Precision Planting (04:22).
Practical steps for achieving consistent emergence (06:32).
Understand the critical role emergence plays in maximizing yield potential (08:00).
It's not just about Precision Planting products, it is about what's the problem (09:27).
Real-life testimonials from farmers who have experienced the impact of Precision Planting firsthand (13:00).

Say goodbye to wasted seeds and uneven emergence. Precision Planting's solutions helped farmers recover lost profits and boost their bottom line.

Don't miss out on this insightful episode – watch now and reap the benefits in your next harvest!

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