In this episode, Commodity market experts Al Kluis and Mark Mason discuss the current state of corn and soybean planting, USDA yield forecasts, and market predictions.

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Did you know the American Farm Bureau is a great resource for online mental health support? Tune in to see how you can find help via the American Farm Bureau's online program "Farm State of Mind."

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 In today’s episode, Lisa Foust Prater talks with Melissa Nelson, a northwest Iowa farmer, mom, and internship coordinator at Morningside University. Melissa shares her journey from growing up on a Nebraska cattle operation to her current role supporting ag students and running a greeting card business. She also discusses her ‘Wait for Me’ farm safety initiative for kids and the Rural Route Ramble—an event she helped create that draws thousands to shop local and connect with small businesses. Lisa and Melissa dive into the importance of rural arts, community collaboration, and how small events can spark big change in revitalizing rural life.

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Baling hay is hot, dusty work. Equipment can get overheated too, and a spark from the baler could quickly ignite the machine and the entire hay field. Use these tips to prevent baler fires.

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Welcome back to the Successful Farming Podcast. In today’s episode, machinery expert Dave Mowitz sits down with Andy Campbell, Director of Insights at Tractor Zoom, to talk about trends in the agricultural equipment market, with a close look at balers, forage harvesters, and the trucking industry. They dive into the impact of drought on livestock and forage production, how herd size and regional preferences influence equipment demand, and what to watch for when evaluating used balers—including bale counters, wear indicators, and auction pricing.

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The black cutworm is a nemesis of corn and even soybean growers. Tune in as an Extension entomologist details the damage they can do, how to detect them, and when and how to combat them.

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In today’s episode, Laurie Boyer talks with Dr. Carl Bradley, Plant Pathologist at the University of Kentucky, about managing Fusarium head blight—or scab—in wheat. They discuss scouting tips, ideal fungicide timing, variety resistance, and how forecasting tools can help reduce DON levels and protect grain quality during harvest.

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Japanese beetles will be arriving soon in many areas of the country. Tune in to learn about how you can craft a plan of attack to protect your plants, trees, and crops.

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In todays episode, commodity market expert Al Kluis discuss the agricultural landscape for 2025 with fellow market expert Mark Mason, focusing on corn and soybean yields, acreage shifts, and market strategies. They analyze USDA reports, planting conditions, and the impact of weather on crop profitability. The discussion also covers long-term market projections and the importance of staying disciplined in volatile markets.

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As planting season gets closer, have a plan for terminating over-wintered cover crops. You can even "plant green" into cover crops and terminate the cover crops shortly thereafter. Try these expert tips.

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