Adams On Agriculture

On Tuesday's AOA, we start the show with a look at market action out of the three day weekend with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get a look at the extreme cold weather and snowy forecast for many this week with DTN Meteorologist, John Baranick. In Segment Three, we get another preview of this year's Commodity Classic in Denver, CO with co-chair Rob Shaffer. Visit www.commodityclassic.com for more information. Then we close the show with news headlines in Segment Four, including comments from Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins on bird flu, Farm Bill, USDA funding freezes and more.

On Monday’s AOA, we start the show with a roundup of news headlines in Segment One. In Segment Two, we discuss cattle health topics in a conversation we had with Dr. Mitch Blanding of Zoetis during CattleCon 25 in San Antonio, TX. In Segment Three, we talked policy and more with NCBA President-elect Gene Copenhaver during our time in Texas earlier this month. Then we close the show with more cattle health discussion as we hear from Deana Hardee from Merck Animal Health in Segment Four.  

Friday on AOA, we start the show with an update from Capitol Hill as Jerry Hagstrom of The Hagstrom Report joins the show. In Segment Two, we discuss a new ethanol exports report from CoBank's Jacqui Fatka and get her thoughts on the reintroduction of nationwide E-15 legislation, tariff concerns and more. In Segment Three, we get perspective on commodity market action, inflation news and more with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX. Then we close the show in Segment Four with a roundup of news headlines including more on Brooke Rollins confirmation as USDA Secretary of Agriculture, the introduction of the Death Tax Repeal Act in Congress and more.

Thursday on AOA, we are broadcasting live from the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, KY with our friends at AGI. In Segment One, we start the show with a look at market action nearing the end of the week with Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. Then in Segment Two, we have a conversation about AGI's outlook for 2025 and their review, repair and retrofit strategy with Scott McKernan, AGI VP of US Farm. In Segment Three, we get a producer's perspective on the use of AGI's BinManager technology as Ron Schroeder from Hartung Family Farms in Preston, IA joins the show. Then we close out the program with AGI's Kevin Primmer and Josh Kelly talking about their augers, conveyors and the new AGI Westfield X-Tend Retracting Swing Auger.

On Wednesday's AOA, we started the show with a recap of the February WASDE report and market perspective with DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Marketing. In Segment Two, we have a conversation with National Farmers Union President Rob Larew about his testimony in front of the Senate Ag Committee last week, M-COOL reintroduction, USDA funding freezes and a preview of the 123rd NFU Convention this March in Oklahoma City, OK. In Segment Three, we talk about rising egg prices and how shifting consumer demand is playing a role along with H5N1 issues. Brian Earnest, lead animal protein economist with CoBank, joins us to discuss. Then we close the show in Segment Four listening to a conversation from last week's CattleCon with Kevin Good, VP of Market Analysis at CattleFax.

On Tuesday's AOA, we start the show with a look at the cattle markets as Kyle Bumsted from Allendale joins the show. In Segment Two, we go over the latest Meat Demand Monitor report with Dr. Glynn Tonsor from Kansas State University. (Find the report at https://agmanager.info) In Segment Three, we have a conversation with U.S. Cattlemen's Association President Justin Tupper. Then we close the show with a preview of Commodity Classic in Denver with event co-chair Rob Shaffer of Illinois.

Monday on AOA, we take a look at the early week market action with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we discuss what could be a messy weather week ahead with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. Next up in Segment Three, we listen to a conversation from last week at CattleCon 25 with Kent Bacus from the National Cattlemen's Beef Association for an update on BOI requirements, tax policy and much more. Then we close the show in Segment Four with a look at the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer with Dr. Jim Mintert, Professor Emeritus at Purdue University and the Center for Commercial Agriculture.

On Friday’s AOA, we wrap up our time at CattleCon 2025 in San Antonio, TX. In Segment One, we have a conversation with Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) where we discuss the Beagle Brigade Act, her role as Chair of the Senate Agriculture Subcommittee on Rural Development, Energy, and Credit, Farm Bill/ag economy updates and her work to make financial aid easier for farm families sending kids to school.   Then we close the show with our February 2025 Farmer/Rancher Roundtable conversation as cover a number of topics including the ag economy, trade, tariffs, the relationship between cattle and corn and much more. Our guests this month are Troy Schneider of Colorado, Kate Maher of Virginia and Dan Nerud of Nebraska.  

On Thursday's AOA, we are live from the Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show in San Antonio with Boehringer Ingelheim. We talk spring calving, BRD, deworming and overall cattle health with Jody Wade, Professional Services Veterinarian for BI. Then we also talk year-end meat export data with Dan Halstrom, President and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).

On Thursday's AOA, we have live coverage from CattleCon 2025 in San Antonio, TX. We are joined on the trade show floor by Novonesis to talk about the company, probiotics in cattle and overall cattle health. Dr. Steve Lerner from Novonesis joins us for the conversation. We also hear from National Cattlemen's Beef Association Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, Ethan Lane.

On Tuesday’s AOA, we kick off the show with an update on 45Z, RFS and more with Kurk Kovarik from Clean Fuels Alliance America. Then we continue our coverage of the AgMarket.net “Farming for Profit, Not Price” conference and have a conversation with Dan Basse from AgResource Company. Then, we sit down with Matt Bennett from AgMarket.net in Segment Three and close the show with a cattle market outlook from Ross Baldwin of AgMarket.net.  

Monday on AOA, we start the show looking at the markets, reaction to tariffs and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get the rundown on a potentially messy week of weather with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we have a conversation with Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA). Then we close the show with a look at what's happening at the AgMarket.net Farming for Profit, Not Price conference in Nashville, TN with Jacob Burks in Segment Four.

Friday on AOA, we take a look at the markets to end the month of January and talk potential headline news risk with Jeff French from AgHedgers. In Segment Two, we have a conversation with Justin Sherlock, the President of the North Dakota Soybean Growers, about issues he is watching at the state and national levels along with a preview of next week's Northern Corn Soy Expo. In Segment Three, we talk about energy prices, executive orders and more with David Holt, President of Consumer Energy Alliance. We close the show with news headlines in Segment Four.

Thursday on AOA, we start the show with a look at the markets, export sales numbers and more with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. In Segment Two, we discuss 45Z guidance and the economic outlook surrounding this for farmers with Scott Gerlt, Chief Economist with the American Soybean Association. In Segment Three, we get a recap of the American Farm Bureau Federation convention and discuss the latest news from Capitol Hill and the White House with DTN Ag Policy Editor, Chris Clayton. Then we close the show in Segment Four with updates on the equipment and auction markets with Casey Seymour from Moving Iron LLC.

On Wednesday's AOA, we take a look at the latest market action and get perspective from Shawn Hackett with Hackett Financial Advisors in Segment One. In Segment Two, we get an update on the latest rulings over the Corporate Transparency Act, other issues being watched on Capitol Hill and a preview of the Cattle Industry Convention next week in San Antonio with Kent Bacus, Executive Director of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. In Segment Three, we learn more about Farm Athletes and their mission to support student athletes with farm and ranch backgrounds. Former NFL player Jordan Carstens and Troy Stickels join us for a conversation. Learn more at https://www.farmathletes.com. Then we close the show with news headlines in Segment Four.

On Tuesday's AOA, we start the show with some thoughts on the egg price situation and issues with bird flu in Segment One. Next up in Segment Two, we talk about the red hot cattle markets, spillover support to hogs and more with Dennis Smith from Archer Financial Services. In Segment Three, we discuss dairy industry issues that the National Family Farm Coalition is watching in 2025. NFFC Senior Policy Associate Antonio Tovar and Wisconsin dairy producer Sarah Lloyd join for a conversation. Then we get an update on South American weather and crop conditions with Dr. Michael Cordonnier from Soybean and Corn Advisor Inc.

On Monday's AOA, we start the show discussing potential tariffs, fund positions in the markets, possible rate cuts and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we take a look at the latest forecast in the U.S. and South America and explore a potential pattern shift ahead with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we have a conversation about logistics, trade, tariffs and more with Mike Steenhoek, Executive Director for the Soy Transportation Coalition. We close the show with ag news headlines in Segment Four.

On Friday's AOA, we kicked off the show with perspective on this week's grain market rally and the continued hot cattle market with Chris Robinson of Robinson Ag Marketing. In Segment Two, we have a conversation with National Sorghum Producers CEO Tim Lust about his recent India trip, the new administration, Farm Bill timeline and more. In Segment Three, we talk about the Senate hearing for EPA nominee Lee Zeldin, 45Z/SAF and the Farm To Fly Act reintroduction as well as the latest on the Deere/FTC lawsuit with DTN Environmental Editor, Todd Neeley. We close the show in Segment Four with highlights from USDA nominee Brooke Rollins hearing before the Senate Ag Committee on Thursday and more news headlines.

On Thursday's AOA, we start the show with a look at record cattle prices and grain market action with Tyler Schau from AgMarket.net. In Segment Two, we discuss the first few days of Trump Administration 2.0 and news that directly and indirectly impacts agriculture with Chuck Conner, President and CEO of the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives. Next up in Segment Three, we turn our attention to ethanol and biofuels issues under the new administration with Brian Jennings, CEO of the American Coalition for Ethanol. Then we close the show with a look at ag news headlines in Segment Four.

On Wednesday's AOA, we start the show with a look at the rally in grain markets and thoughts on if a bull market is returning or not with David Brock from The Brock Report. In Segment Two, we discuss potential impacts of tariffs on the fertilizer markets with Mike Castle, Senior Fertilizer Analyst at StoneX. Next up in Segment Three, we talk CI scores and climate smart ag potential as we move forward with the new administration. Mitchell Hora, Founder/CEO of Continuum Ag joins the show for a conversation and perspective. Then we close the show in Segment Four with thoughts on cattle nutrition during cold weather with Madison Kovarna, South Dakota State University Extension Beef Nutrition Field Specialist.