Taking a look at Mississippi River levels and what it means for ag exports, as well as issues with dry conditions at the Panama Canal. Also, the USDA released the Census of Agriculture numbers, and a discussion about the ideal time to plant soybeans.

Taking a look at agriculture in the states of Missouri and California, in honor of the Super Bowl. Also looking ahead to FFA week and the Western Farm Show, as well as the coming release of Census of Agriculture data.

Taking a look at trends in ag trade with China, the latest USDA cattle inventory numbers (dipping to historic lows), and looking ahead to next week’s stories.

The cattle industry is looking to expand, but what obstacles will forage availability and higher interest rates provide? Ag economists are expecting a gradual expansion. Also, what goes into selecting and developing replacement heifers? Plus a look at an outside-the-box approach to selecting replacement heifers. We also start the episode with a nod to the great opportunity American agriculture has.

Taking a look at what goes into good farm succession planning, why gradual transitions work well, finding non-family farm successors. Also talking about the perspective of a young cattle producer and taking a quick look at the latest Cattle on Feed report.

U.S. beef cow numbers are at their lowest levels since the 1960s. Is this the year producers begin rebuilding the national cattle herd? Also, a look at the 7 states with more than 1 million beef cows. After a brutal 2023, can the hog industry bounce back this year? Then we wrap up with some efforts to promote locally grown ag products and support young farmers and ranchers.

Reflecting on Christmas on the farm and travels to the South, looking ahead at crop markets for 2024, watching exports and input costs.

Reflecting on the joy of harvest time with family, looking back on the crop year, sudden death syndrome in soybeans, Mississippi River update and looking at the hay and pasture situation heading into winter.

Taking a look at the latest USDA crop supply and demand numbers, the lack of rebuilding the national cattle herd so far, Mississippi River levels, and the battle against herbicide carryover and resistant weeds.

Sharing the story of Clay Farms and what led their family to the farm, as well as how they have kept it going for over 200 years. Plus an update on harvest progress and an NFL quarterback harvesting corn in Iowa.