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Listen to the details on the Army Corps of Engineers’ spending plan released on Jan. 19, including funding for Lock and Dam 25 on the Upper Mississippi River.

Listen to the highlights of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (H.R. 3684), which provides much-needed investments to modernize the U.S. transportation system.

Kristen Ireland and Erin Mies, principals of People Spark Consulting, have seen what works and what doesn't when it comes to fostering workplaces with highly engaged employees. What does it mean to be an "engaged" employee? How much influence can employers have on engagement? In this episode, they outline misconceptions and best practices. 

People Spark Consulting will be available for more management topics at the NGFA's 50th annual Country Elevator Conference and Trade Show on Dec. 7-9. Go to ngfa.org/cec - Program (ngfa.org)

Video referenced in podcast: Simon Sinek Noah - YouTube

Listen to the congressional resolution honoring the NGFA's 125th anniversary.

Listen to a brief update from Bobby Frederick, NGFA’s vice president of legislative affairs and public policy, about the latest events on Capitol Hill.

Join Bobby Frederick, NGFA's vice president of legislative affairs and public policy, for a brief summary of what's happening on Capitol Hill.

David Noel, grain health and safety manager at Perdue Agribusiness, joins Jim Seibert, NGFA director of safety, education and training, for NGFA's Harvest Safety Week and a discussion about dryer operations. 

Mark Trainor, safety manager at FS Grain, joins Jim Seibert, NGFA director of safety, education and training, for NGFA's Harvest Safety Week and a discussion about struck-by hazards.

“Keep your head on a swivel and pay attention to your surroundings.”

Jarrod Nickelson, grain manager at MKC - Mid Kansas Coop, joins Jim Seibert, NGFA director of safety, education and training, for NGFA's Harvest Safety Week and a discussion about critical pieces of equipment. 

"The main thing that’s going to keep you safe is when people know your plan and are on board with it."

Marie Dinwiddie, EHS specialist at Fehr Graham, joins Jim Seibert, NGFA director of safety, education and training, for NGFA's Harvest Safety Week and a discussion about bin harvest prep. 

"Don’t just pray for a safe harvest; make it a safe harvest. It's all up to you."