View From the Farm

With abundant rainfall, this year’s corn and soybean crops are looking good as harvest creeps closer. Plus an update on weed control and crop disease, a drought-less Missouri, ag tariff and trade talk, and a look ahead to the State Fair.

After an update on planting progress and the weather, Ben talks about the tariff situation and its impacts for agriculture. Plus, a look at benefits for farmer veterans, historically and now.

Taking a look at some key issues in the beef industry right now, plus discussion about the ECAP economic payments, finding the right farm size and rains impact for planting progress after a fast start.

Diving into the latest national cattle inventory numbers, the lowest since 1951, and when we might see herd expansion. Also, sorting through the EPA’s final herbicide strategy and what it might mean for farmers. Plus, some talk about the brutal cold across the Midwest.

Taking a look at the importance of ethanol, biodiesel and renewable diesel for corn and soybean farmers. Also, talking about story planning meetings, harvest progress and a dry autumn on the farm.

Talking about the dry weather for harvest, a drought and pasture update, and a look at the estate tax and how it can impact family farms.

With harvest rolling, Ben takes a look at harvest progress numbers, drought conditions and shares updates from a farmer on his expectations for the crop. Plus, with Pork Month coming up, a look at the pork industry.

Ben talks about his recent trip out West, and the variety of agriculture he saw. Plus an update on drought and weather conditions, harvest on the doorstep, and a look at farmer consumer education and outreach efforts.

The latest Cattle on Feed numbers indicate heifer retention and cattle industry expansion haven’t started on a national scale yet. Also, looking at hot weather and whether soybeans’ modest climb might be the start of something. Plus hogs make a rally, State Fair preview, and a look at university research farms.

Breaking down the latest WASDE report and what it says about projected corn and soybean production, plus a look at flooding along the major rivers and updates on the crops and pastures.