Tractors And Troubadours

On this episode, Troy Bredenkamp, Senior Vice President of the Renewable Fuels Association, joins us to talk about the farm bill and other priorities for the organization, which promotes the U.S. ethanol industry. Nutrien Senior Agronomist Mike Howell discusses the importance of the Mississippi River to agriculture in this week's installment of The Dirt with Nutrien. We check in with National Cattlemen's Beef Association's Hunter Ihrman, as he takes us to Nebraska for a chat with rancher Barb Cooksley to discuss her perspective on issues the cattle industry faces. In our Meat Monitor segment, we learn about a rebound for U.S. pork in Chile, in our Market Talk segment, Jesse Allen and Mike Minor of Professional Ag Marketing discuss how the markets reacted this week to the USDA's latest acreage report, and in "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz tells us about some repurposed content you need to add to your list of required listening. The episode also features new music from country music singer/songwriter Dan Dennis.

Timestamps

Intro/news: 0:00

Goatlifeclothing.com advertisement: 6:22

Troy Bredenkamp, Renewable Fuels Association: 6:41

Mike Howell, Nutrien: 14:11

Hunter Ihrman, National Cattlemen's Beef Association: 24:01

Sebastian Gre, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 29:10

Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 31:14

Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 38:40

Dan Dennis: 40:22

On this episode, we talk with Farm Credit's Matt Erickson about the current state of ag lending and what prospective borrowers need to know before they apply for a loan. We also chat with Farm Credit's and Skylar Sowder about how farm bill provisions could affect future ag lending. We also check in with Nutrien Senior Agronomist Mike Howell and Director of Agronomy Dr. Karl Wyant about navigating weather challenges during this critical stage in the growing season in this week's installment of "The Dirt with Nutrien." In our "Meat Monitor" segment, U.S. Meat Export Federation's Erin Borror discusses navigating Proposition 12 requirements in California. In our "Beltway Beef" segment, Hunter Ihrman and National Cattlemen's Beef Association CEO Colin Woodall bring us a mid-year look at issues having an impact on the beef industry, and in "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz discusses the importance of keeping wiring harnesses in farm equipment and vehicles dust-free. The episode also features the music of Clarksville Creative Sound recording artist Daryn Wright.

Timestamps

Intro/news: 0:00

Goatlifeclothing.com advertisement: 6:07

Matt Erickson and Skylar Sowder, Farm Credit: 6:26

Mike Howell and Dr. Karl Wyant, Nutrien: 15:32

Erin Borror, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 26:03

Hunter Ihrman and Colin Woodall, National Cattlemen's Beef Association: 28:25

Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 34:25

Daryn Wright: 36:03

On this episode, we talk with Lasse Jakobsen, president of Satavie, the winner of the 2022 Soy Innovation Challenge. In "The Dirt with Nutrien," Senior Agronomist Mike Howell tells us about the Grand Farm Initiative. In our "Meat Monitor" segment, we learn about new opportunities for U.S. beef and pork in Indonesia, and in our "Beltway Beef" segment, National Cattlemen's Beef Association's Hunter Ihrman and Nevada Ag Director Dr. J.J. Goicoechea, discuss a controversial Bureau of Labor Management rule concerning public lands. In "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz discusses proper care of rubber bushings. The episode also features the music of former American Idol contestant Alex Miller.

Timestamps

Intro/news: 0:00

Goatlifeclothing.com advertisement: 6:00

Lasse Jakobsen, Satavie: 6:19

Mike Howell, Nutrien: 19:44

Arrofi Satrio Alam, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 28:58

Hunter Ihrman, National Cattlemen's Beef Association: 31:25

Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 35:08

Alex Miller: 36:45

On this episode, Brandon Montgomery, Fendt Brand Manager for North America, discusses plans for the Fendt Lodge, set to open in Spring 2024 in Jackson, Minnesota. The Yield Lab Institute's Brandon Day discusses the winner and finalists of the 2022 Soy Innovation Challenge, and in "The Dirt with Nutrien," Senior Agronomist Mike Howell and Director of Agronomy, Dr. Karl Wyant, continue the discussion on an increased need for sulfur in plants. In our Meat Monitor segment, we learn about a tentative labor agreement for West Coast port workers. In our Market Talk segment, Jesse Allen and Global Commodity Analytics' Mike Zuzolo talk about the Federal Reserve's decision to leave interest rates changed in June, and in "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz warns of the dangers of aftermarket accessory upgrades in new vehicles. The episode also features the music of Kentucky singer/songwriter Kevin Fullen.

Timestamps

Intro and news: 0:00

Goatlifeclothing.com advertisement: 6:10

Brandon Montgomery, Fendt: 6:29

Brandon Day, The Yield Lab Institute: 14:49

Mike Howell and Dr. Karl Wyant, Nutrien: 27:13

Dan Halstrom, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 33:49

Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 35:28

Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 41:37

Kevin Fullen: 43:15

On this episode, we attend the ribbon cutting of a Square Roots indoor farming operation at the Gordon Food Service distribution facility in Shepherdsville, Kentucky. We also discuss the state of the wheat industry with U.S. Wheat Associates President Vince Peterson and National Association of Wheat Growers' Jake Westlin and Mariah Wollweber. Jesse Allen and Global Commodity Analytics' Mike Zuzolo discuss the current state of the wheat market in our Market Talk segment, and Nutrien Senior Agronomists Mike Howell and Dr. Alan Blaylock talk about the need for chloride in plants in this week's installment of "The Dirt with Nutrien." In our "Beltway Beef" segment, National Cattlemen's Beef Association discusses the impact the Supreme Court's recent Waters of the U.S. ruling will have on agriculture. In our "Meat Monitor" segment, U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom talks about the impact continued labor problems at the West Coast ports is having on U.S. red meat exports, and in "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz tells you what you need to know about detecting square waves. The episode also features the music of Whey Jennings, the grandson of country music legend Waylon Jennings and the writer and performer of our Tractors and Troubadours theme song.

Timestamps

Fastline Marketing Group advertisement: 0:00

Intro and news: 0:30

Goatlifeclothing.com advertisement: 6:46

Brett Michel (Gordon Food Service) and Simon Peggs (Square Roots): 7:05

Vince Peterson, U.S. Wheat Associates: 19:36

Jake Westlin, National Association of Wheat Growers: 25:39

Mariah Wollweber, National Association of Wheat Growers: 29:33

Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 31:56

Mike Howell, Nutrien: 38:15

Hunter Ihrman, National Cattlemen's Beef Association: 46:33

Dan Halstrom, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 57:50

Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 1:00:40

Whey Jennings: 1:02:11

On this episode, Robert Bonnie, U.S. Department of Agriculture Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation, discusses the farm bill, climate-smart farming practices and ag innovation. We also talk with Cary Sifferath, Vice President of the U.S. Grains Council, talks about some of the key issues his organization is monitoring on behalf of the grains industry. In this week's installment of The Dirt with Nutrien, Senior Agronomist Mike Howell talks with Dr. Darrin Dodds, head of the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences at Mississippi State University, about the importance of statistics in agriculture. In our Beltway Beef Segment, National Cattlemen's Beef Association's Hunter Ihrman takes a fascinating look at the Special rangers of the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, and in our "Meat Monitor" segment, we learn about how exports have been a bright spot in the U.S. red meat industry in the first half of 2023. Jesse Allen and Stone X's Arlan Suderman discuss the week in the markets in this week's Market Talk report, and Ray Bohacz is discussing atomization in "Bushels and Cents." The episode also features the music of West Texas singer/songwriter Zack McGinn.

Timestamps

Fastline Marketing Group advertisement: 0:00

Intro and news: 0:30

Goatlifeclothing.com advertisement: 5:58

Robert Bonnie, USDA: 6:17

Cary Sifferath, U.S. Grains Council: 23:39

Mike Howell, Nutrien: 30:03

Hunter Ihrman, Beltway Beef/NCBA: 36:51

Dan Halstrom, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 46:53

Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 49:20

Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 56:25

Zack McGinn: 57:57

On this episode, Minnesota farmer and First District U.S. Rep. Brad Finstad discusses the farm bill and other policy issues affecting agriculture and rural America. American Seed Trade Association President and CEO Andy LaVigne discusses the farm bill and innovation in the seed industry. Country music singer/songwriter Bobby Marquez provides the details on his Country With Heart benefit for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. In The Dirt With Nutrien, Senior Agronomist Mike Howell and Nutrien Manager of Global Market Research, Mark Tully, discuss how tight supply doesn't always mean high prices. In our Meat Monitor segment, we learn about topics discussed at this week's U.S. Meat Export Federation annual conference in Minneapolis, and in "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz discusses tire pressure gauge accuracy. The episode also features the music of Cody Ikerd and the Sidewinders.

Timestamps

Fastline Marketing Group advertisement: 0:00

Intro and news: 0:30

Goatlifeclothing.com advertisement: 7:48

Memorial Day tribute: 8:07

Brad Finstad, U.S. House of Representatives: 9:24

Andy LaVigne, American Seed Trade Association: 23:23

Bobby Marquez, Country With Heart: 30:50

Mike Howell, Nutrien: 40:09

Soil Test Pro advertisement: 48:57

Kenneth Smith Ramos, former chief NAFTA negotiator: 49:29

Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 52:16

Cody Ikerd and the Sidewinders: 53:47

On this episode, we talk with mental health advocate and Wisconsin dairy farmer Randy Roecker about the important topic of mental health on the farm. We discuss the importance of understanding the warning signs, the need for expanded mental health care in rural America, and breaking down the stigma surrounding mental health crises and treatment. We then talk with Ohio Rep. Max Miller, a member of the U.S. House of Representatives Agriculture Committee, about the 2023 farm bill and about ag policy. And, John Deere this week unveiled a new compact utility tractor and upgrades to others in that segment. We give you the inside scoop. In this week's installment of The Dirt with Nutrien, Senior Agronomist Mike Howell returns with the second half of his look at Sulfur. In our Meat Monitor segment, we learn about how the ongoing labor issues at West Coast ports are affecting U.S. red meat exports, and in "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz discusses fuel trim in farm vehicles. The episode also features the music of Clarksville Creative Sound recording artist Laurie Lace.

Timestamps

Fastline Marketing Group advertisement: 0:00

Intro/news: 0:30

Goatlifeclothing.com advertisement: 6:39

Randy Roecker, Farmer Angel Network: 6:58

Max Miller, U.S. House of Representatives: 25:59

Mark Davey, John Deere: 38:39

Mike Howell, Nutrien: 43:59

Soil Test Pro advertisement: 48:53

Dan Halstrom, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 48:26

Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 51:50

Laurie Lace: 53:32

Country music legend Claude Gray died April 28, 2023, at the age of 91. His was a remarkable career that spanned seven decades. During his career he had five hit records in the Billboard Top 10 charts, each selling more than 1 million copies. The Henderson, Texas, native was a member of the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame and the 2023 recipient of the CMA of Texas Lifetime Achievement Award. On this special episode of Tractors and Troubadours, you'll hear some of the music that cemented the legacy of "The Tall Texan" in country music history. You'll also hear from some of those who had a chance to spend time around Claude and not only witness his artistry but also his kind and charitable nature.

Timestamps

Tracy Pitcox, Heart of Texas Records, KNEL Radio, Brady, Texas: 8:27

Jennifer Herron, Producer, Crook & Chase Countdown, publicist and former announcer of the Ernest Tubb Midnite Jamboree: 22:44

Bobby Mackey, country music artist, proprietor of Bobby Mackey's America's Honky Tonk: 41:03

Mary Minter, President, CMA of Texas: 57:05

H.D. Ainsworth, Disc Jockey, KBEF Radio, Minden, Louisiana: 1:13

On this episode, we learn about the data collection process for the 2022 Agriculture Census, which will wrap up later this spring. We also learn about how that data will be used. We talk with National Cattlemen's Beef Association's Ethan Lane and National Pork Producers Council's Andrew Bailey and Dr. Trachelle Carr about the farm bill, trade and other policy issues affecting the beef and pork industries. In our Meat Monitor segment, we learn about a strong month in March for U.S. pork and beef and in The Dirt with Nutrien, Senior Agronomist Mike Howell and Ron Olson, an agronomist with the Sulfur Institute, discuss the critical role of sulfur in plant development. In "Bushels and Cents," Ray Bohacz discusses the need for brighter lights on farm vehicles. The episode also features the latest release from Scott Southworth and Dallas Moore, "Granny Used to Honky Tonk."

Timestamps

Fastline Marketing Group advertisement: 0:00

Intro and news: 0:30

Goatlifeclothing.com advertisement: 6:41

Hubert Hamer, National Agricultural Statistics Service: 7:00

Ethan Lane, National Cattlemen's Beef Association: 15:47

Andrew Bailey, National Pork Producers Council: 24:05

Dr. Trachelle Carr, National Pork Producers Council: 27:03

Dan Halstrom, U.S. Meat Export Federation: 31:01

Mike Howell, Nutrien: 34:13

Soil Test Pro advertisement: 39:46

Ray Bohacz, "Bushels and Cents": 40:18

Scott Southworth and Dallas Moore: 41:47