Adams On Agriculture

Tuesday on AOA, we start the show with a look at Rabobank's new Global Pork Quarterly with Christine McCracken, Senior Analyst - Animal Protein for Rabobank. In Segment Two, we discuss trade relationships and this week's SoyConnext event with Jim Sutter from the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC). Then in Segment Three, we discuss the upcoming MAHA report and what it could mean for agriculture with Elizabeth Burns-Thompson, Executive Director for the Modern Ag Alliance followed by news headlines to close the show in Segment Four.

Monday on AOA, we talk about markets and examine the fundamentals of the corn market with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get an update on more active weather in the western Corn Belt, thoughts on Hurricane Erin and more with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we hear from Plant Based Products Council Executive Director James Glueck and discuss the recent introduction of the Ag BIO Act and the Biomanufacturing and Jobs Act among other topics. Then we close the show in Segment Four and learn about Harvest Safety Week 2025 with Mike Seyfert, President and CEO of the National Grain and Feed Association. More at https://www.ngfa.org/safety.

​Friday on AOA, we have a conversation about trade, tariffs and the need to help a struggling ag economy with Caleb Ragland, President of the American Soybean Association. In Segment Two, we recap the results of the DTN Digital Yield Tour with Katie Dehlinger, DTN Farm Business Editor. Then in Segment Three, we take a deep dive into the USDA balance sheets and have a conversation about demand for U.S. corn and soybeans with Karen Braun, Chief Market Analyst for Zaner Ag Hedge. Then in Segment Four, we take a look at ag news headlines to close the show.

Thursday on AOA, we start the show with a rundown of this week’s market action with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. In Segment Two, we hear from Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO, Geoff Cooper and discuss the need for expanded demand for corn farmers via E-15 along with other ethanol issues. Then in Segments Three and Four, we have a wide ranging conversation with Senator John Hoeven (R-ND).  

​Wednesday on AOA, we start the show with thoughts on the August WASDE numbers and look at the volatility in the cattle market with Scott Varilek from Kooima Kooima & Varilek. In Segment Two, we are counting down the days to the Farm Progress Show in Decatur, IL. Matt Jungmann, National Events Manager for Farm Progress, joins us for another update. In Segment Three, we go over the latest results of the Meat Demand Monitor with Glynn Tonsor from Kansas State University. (Learn more at https://www.agmanager.info) Then in Segment Four, we get an update on EPA's easing of rules surrounding DEF and more in ag news headlines.  

Wednesday on AOA, we start the show with a recap of the Professional Ag Marketing crop tour across the Midwest last week with Mike Minor in Segment One. In Segment Two, we look at the latest red meat export data for June 2025 and talk trade agreements with Dan Halstrom, President and CEO for the U.S. Meat Export Federation. In Segment Three, we discuss data, autonomy and ag tech you should consider investing in on the farm with Caleb Schleder, Senior Director of North America Marketing for PTx. Then we look at ag news headlines in Segment Four including a recap of Ag Secretary Rollins visit to Nebraska over the weekend.

Monday on AOA, we take a look at the markets including a rally in soybeans to start the week and more with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we get an update on some of the heavy rain and flooding in parts of the Midwest over the weekend and look ahead to this week’s forecast with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we have a conversation with Charles Baron, Chief Marketing Officer and Co-founder of FBN, to hear about new investments into the company and much more. Then we close the show in Segment Four with an update on winter canola being grown in the mid-south of the U.S. as Chad Berghoefer, Corteva Agriscience Global Product Director, Biofuels, joins us for an update on their program and partnership with Bunge Chevron Ag Renewables LLC.  

Friday on AOA, we start the show discussing the importance of youth education in agriculture as we see a generational shift in the industry with Indiana State Rep. Beau Baird in Segment One. In Segment Two, we get perspective on the ag economy with Barry Benson, VP of Agribusiness Banking at FNBO (First National Bank of Omaha). Next up in Segment Three, we discuss a potential different revenue source for landowners by allowing short term land leases for hunting, fishing and more. Infinite Outdoors Founder/CEO Sam Seeton joins us to discuss. Then we close the show in Segment Four with a look at ag news headlines.

Thursday on AOA, what happens to the markets if we ACTUALLY grow the massive corn crop that is being forecasted? We talk about that and more with Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net in Segment One. Then in Segment Two, we discuss a number of issues concerning the National Corn Growers Association as NCGA First Vice President Jed Bower from Ohio joins the show. In Segment Three, we discuss the latest results of the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer with Dr. Jim Mintert, Professor Emeritus at Purdue’s Center for Commercial Agriculture. Then we take a look at ag news headlines in Segment Four.

On Wednesday’s AOA, we start the show with a look at the markets as Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth from Van Ahn & Company joins us for a conversation. In Segment Two, we discuss news headlines including RVOs, Prop 12, the Grain Standards Act and a court battle between Nebraska and Colorado over a water compact agreement with DTN Environmental Editor Todd Neeley. Then we close the show in Segments Three and Four discussing how to bridge the connectivity gap on the farm and ranch as we adopt more smart farming technologies. Mike Roudi, CEO of Emergent Connext, joins us to discuss the topic and share details on how their company is trying to help farmers with the technology revolution in Rural America.  

On Tuesday's AOA, we discuss the ROAD to Housing Act of 2025 with Dennis Shea, Executive Vice President and Chair, J. Ronald Terwilliger Center for Housing Policy with the Bipartisan Policy Center. In Segment Two, we get an update on happenings in the biofuel sector with Donnell Rehagen, CEO at Clean Fuels Alliance America. It's a Tractor Zoom Tuesday in Segment Three as we catch up on equipment news with Andy Campbell, Director of Insights at Tractor Zoom. Then we close the show with ag news headlines in Segment Four.  

On Monday’s AOA, we take a look at fund positions, futures spreads and more in the markets with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, DTN Meteorologist Teresa Wells joins us with a rundown of this week’s weather outlook. In Segment Three, we have a wide-ranging conversation with Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS). Then we close the show with ag news headlines in Segment Four.  

On Friday's AOA, we start the show with a look at the cattle markets to end the week and start the month of August with Kyle Bumsted from Allendale. In Segment Two, we discuss the economic impact of blueberries and talk with Kasey Cronquist, President of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC). Next up in Segment Three, we discuss the latest news surrounding sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with Jacqui Fatka, Lead Economist, Farm Supply and Biofuels at CoBank. Then we close the show with a D.C. policy news update from Jerry Hagstrom with The Hagstrom Report in Segment Four.

Thursday on AOA, we talk tariff and trade deals impacting the markets and more with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. In Segment Two, we get another preview of this year's Farm Progress Show in Decatur, IL with Matt Jungmann, Senior Director of National Events for Farm Progress. In Segment Three, we have a conversation with National Pork Producers Council President Duane Stateler regarding the Prop 12 debate on Capitol Hill and much more. Then we close the show with ag news headlines in Segment Four.

Wednesday on AOA, we start the show discussing USDA's reorganization plans and get perspective from former USDA Undersecretary Robert Bonnie. In Segment Two, we hear from Neil Dahlstrom, Manager of Archives and History at John Deere and author of Tractor Wars: John Deere, Henry Ford, International Harvester, and the Birth of Modern Agriculture, to learn more about the book. In Segment Three, we catch up with Missouri Farm Bureau President Garrett Hawkins to discuss a number of topics including the latest news surrounding the Grain Belt Express. Then we close the show in Segment Four discussing 30 years of innovation from Peterson Farms Seeds with founder Carl Peterson.

Tuesday on AOA, we start the show with market analysis and perspective from Don Roose with U.S. Commodities followed by a look at the latest CoBank Quarterly Report with Rob Fox, director of CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange, in Segment Two. In Segment Three, we discuss the news surrounding U.S. beef access to Australia and other trade news with Kent Bacus, Executive Director of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. Then we close in Segment Four and discuss the U.S./Japan trade deal and get perspective from Karah Janevicius, trade director for USA Rice.

Monday on AOA, we start the show discussing the grain complex and if cattle markets are at a tipping point with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst for Barchart. In Segment Two, we get the latest details on a potential derecho event Monday afternoon across eastern South Dakota and southwest Minnesota with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. Then in Segment Three, we discuss the threat of agroterrorism with broadcast journalist Steve Gruber followed by ag news headlines in Segment Four.

Friday on AOA, we discuss the Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act along with USDA reorganization plans, the Farm Bill and more with Congressman Dusty Johnson (R-SD). In Segment Two, we get an update on a potential mega merger in the rail industry between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern from Mike Steenhoek, Executive Director of the Soy Transportation Coalition. In Segment Three, we discuss the pace of farm bankruptcies in 2025 with Dr. Ryan Loy, extension economist at the University of Arkansas. Then we close the show with an update on an Obama-era semi truck speed limiter rule that has been thrown out by the Trump Administration. Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President for the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA).

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Thursday on AOA, we start the show with a look at the markets with Jacob Burks from AgMarket.net in Segment One. In Segment Two, we discuss a new AgCountry Farm Credit Services (AgCountry), Farm Credit Services of America (FCSAmerica), and Frontier Farm Credit joint sustainability report and survey, designed to be a resource for sound decision-making for those interested in the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices. We hear from Myriah Johnson, PhD, VP of Sustainability for the Collaborating Associations of Farm Credit Services of America, AgCountry Farm Credit Services and Frontier Farm Credit. In Segment Three, we learn about a new organization Renewable Energy Farmers of America with their executive director Jeff Risley. Then we close the show with an update from the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol with program manager, Tillman White.