Agriculture of America

Thursday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we begin the show with a broad look at the markets to end the week as we watch US/China talks, new inflation data and more with Jim McCormick from AgMarket.net. In Segment Two, we have a conversation with Dr. John Newton, Vice President of Public Policy at the American Farm Bureau Federation about House passage of year-round E15 legislation, prospects for similar legislation in the Senate, the outlook for a Senate version of the Farm Bill and the continued focus on fertilizer and input prices from Capitol Hill. Then we close the show with Morgan Wullenweber, Growing Forward program manager with Farm Credit Mid-America, who shares perspective on the work she does with young and beginning farmers, including how they should be looking at their lender relationship during this current economic climate.  

Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we begin the show with thoughts on the reported plans for beef imports and more with Joe Maxwell, co-founder of Farm Action. In Segment Two, we get an update on pseudorabies in hog herds, other swine diseases globally and more with Lisa Becton, DVM, MS, DACVPM, Associate Director for the Swine Health Information Center. In Segment Three, we recap some of the surprises from the May WASDE Report this week and talk markets with DuWayne Bosse from Bolt Marketing. Then we close the show in Segment Four with Nutrien Senior Agronomist Alan Blaylock, who shares thoughts on what recent drought years mean for potassium availability in this year's crop.  

During the 2026 Cattle Industry Convention, we had a discussion on the trade show floor with Southern California rancher Mike Williams to learn more about his operation and how he uses the Ambrook platform. He shares some insight into how Amrbook's products help him manage his operation, things he does on the ranch when it comes to stewardship and much more. Find more about Ambrook online at https://ambrook.com.

On Monday's episode of AOA, powered by Cenex, we begin the show by discussing headlines, fund money moves and more in the markets with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we discuss the upcoming weather pattern ahead and whether we will see windows for increased spring planting with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we discuss this week's potential vote on year-round E15 legislation and input cost concerns across rural America with Jacqui Fatka, Lead Economist for Farm Supply and Biofuels at CoBank. We close the show with ag news headlines in Segment Four.

On this weekend's edition of Agriculture of America, powered by Cenex, we begin the show with a look at ag news headlines followed by a great conversation from back at the Cattle Industry Convention earlier this year with California rancher Mike Williams. He joined us on the trade show floor to share background on his operation and how he has used Ambrook to help him with his books, financial management and so much more. Then we close the show in Segments Three and Four as FARM's Susan Littlefield shares a great nutrition conversation for our dairy herds with Dr. Tom Earleywine, Director of Nutritional Services for Purina.

On Friday's episode of Agriculture of America, powered by Cenex Premium Diesel, we begin the show discussing the on-going work by the The SCN Coalition when it comes to soybean cyst nematode management as Dylan Mangel, Assistant Professor, Plant Pathology at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln joins us. In Segment Two, we look at the April Ag Economy Barometer results with Michael Langemeier, Director for Purdue University's Center for Commercial Agriculture. In Segment Three, we learn about the challenges that many young farmers are facing and how they are working with trusted advisors and lenders to make key decisions for the operation. Cali Ross with P&H Farms in Kentucky joins us to discuss her role on the family farm and how they work with Farm Credit Mid-America to navigate economic challenges and build resilient operations. (View more of their story in the FCMA 2025 Impact Report) We close the show in Segment Four with a conversation from our time on Capitol Hill last week with Amy France, Chair of the National Sorghum Producers.

On Thursday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with market analysis from Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics followed by a conversation in Segment Two with Missouri Farm Bureau President Garrett Hawkins about property rights, the Farm Bill, USPS service issues and more. Then in Segment Three, we hear a conversation from last week's Capitol Hill visit with Senator Mike Rounds (R-SD) followed by news headlines to close the show.

Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with Meatingplace News Editor Chris Moore who shares some insight into the DOJ meatpacker investigation and more. In Segment Two, we talk with Glynn Tonsor from Kansas State University about the April 2026 Meat Demand Monitor report followed by a look at the markets in Segment Three with Naomi Blohm from Total Farm Marketing. Then we close the show in Segment Four and hear a conversation from last week on Capitol Hill with Senator John Hoeven (R-ND).

On Tuesday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show by discussing the need for effective state policy following the robust RVO announcement from the EPA a few weeks ago. Jeffrey Earl, Director of State Governmental Affairs for Clean Fuels Alliance America joins us. In Segment Two, as we head into hay season, that means pulling the mower out of storage and asking a familiar question: Is this thing going to cut it this year? (literally) Alan Osterhaus, Territory Product Specialist for Hay and Forage at CLAAS, joins us for a conversation. In Segment Three, we discuss equipment sales trends for grain carts, 4WD tractors and ag telehandlers with Andy Campbell, Director of Insights for Tractor Zoom. We close in Segment Four with a conversation we had with Richard Gupton, Senior Vice President of Public Policy & Counsel for the Agricultural Retailers Association during last week's NAFB Washington Watch event.

Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we begin the show with market analysis from Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart followed by a look at the weather forecast with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick in Segment Two. In Segment Three, we discuss the new 2025 Sustainability Report from Farm Credit Services of America (FCSAmerica), AgCountry Farm Credit Services (AgCountry), and Frontier Farm Credit as Myriah Johnson, Ph.D., vice president sustainability joins us to discuss. Then we close the show with news headlines in Segment Four.

On the first ever AOA: Weekend Edition, powered by Cenex, we hear a conversation from this past week on Capitol Hill with Rob Larew, President of the National Farmers Union in Segment One. Then we discuss GROWMARK's rollout of AI use in the myFS Agronomy app with Brendan Bachman in Segment Two. In Segment Three, we learn more about the work being done at the University of Minnesota's Soybean Research Center with co-directors Seth Naeve and Aaron Lorenz followed by another D.C. conversation from earlier this week with Christy Seyfert from the Farm Credit Council in Segment Four.

Friday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we begin the show with a recap of a wild week of policy on Capitol Hill with POLITICO Food and Agriculture Reporter Grace Yarrow followed by a conversation with USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce. In Segment Three, we get an update on New World Screwworm and Asian Longhorned ticks with Sigrid Johannes, Executive Director of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. Then we close the show with a conversation we had earlier in the week with Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA).

Thursday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we begin the show with market analysis and perspective from Cory Bratland, Hedge Specialist with AgMarket.net followed by thoughts on where the Farm Bill process stands in the House this week, the issues moving forward with E15 legislation and more as North Dakota Farmers Union President Matt Perdue joins us in Segment Two. Then in Segment Three, we share a conversation from earlier this week with USDA Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg who lays out details of USDA's Financial Assurance to Revitalize Markets (FARM) Initiative and more. Then in Segment Four, we continue our celebration of 100 Years of Pioneer as we discuss the Pioneer Sales Representative model with Lance Gibson, Agronomy Training Manager for Pioneer.

Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we continue our time from Washington D.C. this week with lawmaker and newsmaker conversations. In Segment One, we talk with National Council of Farmer Cooperative's President and CEO Duane Simpson about the House Farm Bill vote this week, ag labor and more. In Segment Two, we have a conversation with Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) just ahead of the USDA press conference on fertilizer prices held late Tuesday that discussed more onshoring of fertilizer production. In Segment Three, we share a conversation with Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) on a number of issues. We close the show in Segment Four discussing marine, rail and heating oil demand potential with Clean Fuels Alliance America CEO Donnell Rehagen.

On Tuesday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show by sharing a conversation we had this week with Emily Skor from Growth Energy regarding the House movement on the Farm Bill, potential E15 legislation inclusion and more as we spend time on Capitol Hill for the NAFB Washington Watch event. Then for the rest of the show, we share an in-depth conversation about the overall farmland frenzy in the United States. What is happening with the generational transfer of farmland ownership? Where do investors and data center development come into the mix? Tyler Davis, President of Saunders Real Estate and Spencer Smith, Managing Director of Land & Auctions at Saunders Real Estate, sat down with Jesse Allen recently to discuss this topic and we share it with you today on AOA.

On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we begin the program with market perspective and analysis from Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart followed by a rundown of what could be another active weather week ahead with DTN's John Baranick. Then in Segment Three, we have a conversation with Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig followed by news headlines to wrap up the show in Segment Four.

Friday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with market analysis and perspective from Garrett Toay with AgTraderTalk. In Segment Two we talk with Dinese Watson, Senior Vice President and Ag Lending Manager at Merchants Bank, who shares how lenders are helping farmers navigate the current economic climate. In Segment Three, we get insight into Brazil's 2026/27 sugar and ethanol outlook, which points to a robust sugarcane crop in the Center-South region and continued structural pressure on global sugar prices. Livea Coda, Market Intelligence Coordinator with Hedgepoint Global Markets, joins us from Brazil for the conversation. Then we close the show in Segment Four discussing policy items for the hemp industry, including why U.S. farmers are urging Congress to grant a two-year extension on a moratorium ban. Jonathan Miller, U.S. Hemp Roundtable General Counsel, joins us to discuss.  

Thursday on AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Diesel, we begin the show with market analysis from Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics followed by a conversation with Lucy Russell, Director of Producer Engagement for the National Pork Producers Council, who shares details about their Pork Leadership Institute program. In Segment Three, we have a conversation with CropLife America President and CEO Alexandra Dunn to discuss their Farmer Voices Matter campaign. We close the show in Segment Four as we continue celebrating 100 Years of Pioneer as David Bowen, Corteva Laureate and Data Strategy & Governance Analyst, joins us to discuss the rise of information and data in agriculture.

Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we begin the show with Farm Progress Policy Editor Josh Baethge who shares some updates on policy news and more from Capitol Hill in Segment One. Then in Segment Two, we talk with Congressman Dusty Johnson (R-SD) about the House version of the Farm Bill, fertilizer and input price concerns, year-round E15 legislation and much more. In Segment Three, we talk about markets and get perspective from Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX. Then in Segment Four, we hear a conversation that FARM's Susan Littlefield had during last week's USMEF Red Meat Symposium in Mexico with Dr. June Loseke from Nebraska.

Tuesday on AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Diesel, we start the show with Ben Johnston, COO of Kapitus, who shares thoughts on the current state of the agriculture and overall economies amid war, inflation and so much more. In Segment Two, National Corn Growers Association President Jed Bower joins us for a conversation. We then spend the rest of the show talking about the history of meat in America as historian and author Maureen Ogle joins the show. Ogle's latest book, The Price of Plenty: A History of Meat In America, provides an excellent look into how politics and policies shape agriculture, including livestock production, and thus food prices. We learn about the book and have a wide-ranging discussion in the back half of today's AOA.  

On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with market analysis and perspective from Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we take a look at the severe weather from the weekend and what lies ahead in the forecast with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we take a look at Bushel's 2026 State of the Farm Report that includes some insight into the use of AI on the farm with Julia Eberhart. We close in Segment Four as R-Calf USA President Dave Hyde joins us for a conversation.

Friday on AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Lubricants, we begin the show with market analysis and perspective from Shawn Hackett with Hackett Financial Advisors in Segment One. Next up in Segment Two, it's our bi-weekly conversation with USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce. Then we close the show in Segments Three and Four learning about a new whitepaper titled "Angus Marbling 2.0" that looks at the trend of increased marbling in the angus breed and beyond. Tom Brink with Top Dollar Angus and Doug Stevenson with Basin Angus Ranch join us for the discussion on the show.

Thursday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with market analysis from Jacob Burks with AgMarket.net followed by a conversation with Mike Steenhoek, Executive Director of the Soy Transportation Coalition in Segment Two. Then, in Segment Three, we discuss recent news stories and headlines with DTN Environmental Editor Todd Neeley. We close the show in Segment Four as we continue our celebration of 100 Years of Pioneer. Jordan Spear joins us to discuss a century of production innovation by the company.

Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the livestock markets with Scott Varilek from Kooima Kooima Varilek in Segment One. Then in Segment Two, we have a conversation with USDA Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Affairs Luke Lindberg about his recent travels, USDA's current trade agenda and more. In Segment Three, we have a conversation about fertilizer and input prices, the Farm Bill and more with National Association of Wheat Growers CEO Sam Kieffer. We close the show in Segment Four with a look at ag news headlines.

Tuesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we begin the show with Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach (R-MN) who discusses her Biobased Materials Investment and Production Act along with updates on aid for sugarbeet producers, the prospect of more farmer aid and more in Segment One. In Segment Two, we discuss recent EPA guidance on diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and highlight an upcoming industry webinar to discuss the recent changes with Engine Technology Forum Executive Director Allen Schaeffer. After the bottom of the hour, we talk with House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson (R-PA) who shares an update on the Farm Bill in the House. Then we close the show looking at the latest ag equipment sales numbers with Curt Blades from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.

Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we begin the show with analysis on the grain and livestock markets with Don Roose from U.S. Commodities followed by a look at this week's weather forecast with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we get an update on the global fertilizer situation with StoneX VP of Fertilizer Josh Linville. We close the show in Segment Four with a look at the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Baometer with Michael Langemeier, Director of Purdue's Center for Commercial Agriculture.

On Friday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we discuss USDA data, markets, the ag economy and so much more. For the first part of the show, we talk with Dr. Seth Meyer, Director of the Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute at the University of Missouri. As a former Chief Economist at the USDA, we get his perspective on recent concerns about USDA data response and also discuss the broader picture in the 2026 ag economy amid war, geopolitics, input costs and more. Then in the second half of the show, we talk with Zaner Ag Hedge Chief Market Analyst Karen Braun who discusses some of the recent market moves following USDA reports, geopolitical headlines and more. We get her take on how weather could start to play a bigger role in the markets and how funds are positioned in the grain complex right now.

Thursday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with market analysis and perspective from Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics. In Segment Two, we continue our celebration of 100 Years of Pioneer as we look at key agronomy innovations over the past century with Pioneer Agronomy Manager Mark Jeschke. In Segment Three, we discuss the latest results of the monthly Meat Demand Monitor with Glynn Tonsor from Kansas State University. We close in Segment Four and learn about some new tax legislation that could benefit and help grow the American ag bioeconomy as Plant Based Products Council Executive Director James Glueck joins us for a conversation.  

Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we begin the show with Kansas State University economist Gregg Ibendahl who discusses the rising costs affecting farmers as we enter spring planting season. In Segment Two, we have a wide-ranging conversation with Mark Meckler (President of Convention of States) about farmer aid and policy issues impacting rural America. In Segment Three, we sit down with PMI Foods President and Founder Darin Parker to discuss the impact on global meat trade due to the war with Iran. Then we close the show and hear part of a recent conversation about the impact on global fertilizer flows due to the war with Itafos CEO David Delaney. You can watch that full conversation with David here: https://youtu.be/g-vnw4FERGs

Tuesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show talking markets with Tommy Grisafi from Nesvick Trading and Ag Bull Media followed by a conversation with Clean Fuels Alliance America CEO Donnell Rehagen. Then, we talk about the latest in the ag equipment sector with Andy Campbell, Director of Insights at Tractor Zoom followed by a conversation about the 2025/26 Sorghum Harvest Quality Report with Jace Hefner, Manager of Global Trade for the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council.

On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the markets as Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart, joins us to discuss. In Segment Two, we get a look at the forecast for the week ahead with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. After the bottom of the hour, we have an early spring agronomic conversation with Alan Blaylock, Senior Agronomist at Nutrien. We close the show in Segment Four with a look at ag news headlines.

On the Good Friday edition of AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show discussing the latest U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council's (USGBC's) 2025/2026 Corn Export Cargo Quality Report, with Mark Sevier, Manager of Global Strategies and Trade for the council. In Segment Two, we talk with USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce who helps us dispel some myths regarding the FBA payments, base acres and pass through entities for ARC/PLC payments. In Segment Three, we talk about the importance of soil testing and how data from SoilView shows that when fertility decisions are based on average yield instead of soil sampling, growers over-apply fertilizer 45% of the time and under-apply 45% of the time. Matt Struve, SoilView operations manager, joins us to discuss. Then we close the show and hear about author Ryan Dennis and his memoir, Barn Gothic: Three Generations and the Death of the Family Dairy Farm. It follows his family's experience in trying to keep a small dairy farming going, as well as explores the specific politics that have led to difficult conditions for dairy farms. You can find the book via Island Press here: https://islandpress.org/books/barn-gothic#desc  

On Thursday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with market perspective and analysis from Matt Bennett with AgMarket.net in Segment One. We follow that with a few news headlines and squeeze in some time with Dr. Seth Meyer from FAPRI at the University of Missouri. In Segment Three, we talk with Jim Matheson, CEO of NRECA – the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association – about challenges and necessary updates for the rural electric grid and more. Then we close in Segment Four as Dean Podlich, Digital Seeds Platform Leader at Pioneer, celebrates 100 years of Pioneer by sharing some early company history and how Pioneer's genetics and R&D have helped address farmer challenges and increase productivity.  

Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at the cattle markets and post-USDA grain market action with Kyle Bumsted from Allendale. In Segment Two, we talk with National Farmers Union President Rob Larew about the Farm Bill, input costs and much more. In Segment Three, we discuss the EPA's announcement on the RFS and prospects for permanent year-round E15 legislation with Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor. We close the show in Segment Four and have an agronomic conversation ahead of spring planting with Syngenta agronomist Blake Miller from Illinois.

On Tuesday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we take a look at news headlines including comments on advocating in agriculture from American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall and some insights into the potential slowdown of Brazil soybean expansion due to cost pressures in Segment One. In Segment Two, we discuss a new Fungicide Timing Solution and have an agronomic conversation with Trent Brisby from Pioneer. In Segment Three, we have a conversation about EPA's announcements regarding diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and the Renewable Fuels Standard and what it all means for agriculture. EPA Regional Administrator Cyrus Western joins us for a conversation. Then we close the show in Segment Four and learn more about From Dust: How the World's Smallest Resource Could Shape the Future, a documentary highlighting advances in drought-tolerant forage and improved cattle weight gain now seen across Texas, a region at the forefront of U.S. agricultural and food production. Sydney Anderson with Curtis and Curtis Seed Company joins us to discuss.

On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with Barchart Senior Market Analyst Darin Newsom, who discusses the potential market volatility this week with the end of the month, USDA reports, headline news risk and more. In Segment Two, we talk about an active week of weather ahead of some parts of the country with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we have a conversation with CHS President and CEO Jay Debertin. Then we close the show with some commentary and thoughts on the Celebration of Agriculture held this past Friday in Washington D.C.

Friday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with Meatingplace Editor-in-Chief Tom Johnston, who shares some insight into any impacts on global meat trade due to the Middle East conflict and more. In Segment Two, we talk with Brian Jennings from the American Coalition for Ethanol about E15, RVOs and ethanol issues at large. In Segment Three, we sit down for a conversation with Corn Refiners Association President and CEO John Bode to discuss the 10th annual Feeding the Economy report and much more. Then we close the show with a look at ag news headlines in Segment Four.  

Thursday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a broad look at the forces driving the markets right now with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. In Segment Two, we discuss the voluntary "Product of USA" labeling campaign and get an update on New World Screwworm prevention with Justin Tupper, President of the U.S. Cattlemen's Association. In Segment Three, we discuss 45Z, year-round E15, USDA realignment and the Farm Bill with Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA). We close the show in Segment Four and discuss the evolution of crop health and nutrition with Enko CEO Tony Klemm.

Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a conversation with Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) followed by some commentary from Jesse about RVOs, Product of the USA labeling and more. Then in Segment Three, we sit down to chat with National Grain and Feed Association President and CEO Mike Seyfert followed by a rundown of ag news headlines to close the show in Segment Four.

Tuesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a recap of the January 2026 meat export numbers and have a conversation with U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom. In Segment Two, we catch up with Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation President Dan Glessing while he celebrates National Ag Day at the state capitol in St Paul and we discuss various national and state ag issues for MFBF. Then we close the show learning more about a new report from ADM revealing consumer perceptions and understanding of regenerative agriculture and how awareness, motivation and messaging are motivating a new era of purpose-driven purchasing. Paula Labine, Sustainability Marketing Director at ADM, joins us to discuss and share details from the report. You can read more about the report online at https://www.adm.com/en-us/news/adm-stories/from-awareness-to-action-understanding-consumer-perceptions-of-regenerative-agriculture/  

Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we open the show looking at more headline risk volatility impacting the markets across the board with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two we discuss the record heat over the weekend, the precipitation outlook for the week ahead and the prospects of a "Godzilla" El Nino this year with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. Then in Segments Three and Four, we talk with Agricultural Retailers Association SVP of Public Policy & Counsel Richard Gupton. We focus on ARA policy priorities on Capitol Hill in Segment Three and then we learn more about the Growing Matters coalition and the  2026 BeSure! campaign. The annual campaign emphasizes the importance of label literacy among growers and applicators to help minimize potential wildlife exposure and ensure the safe use, handling, storage and disposal of neonicotinoid products.

Friday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show discussing data centers and work the Bipartisan Policy Center is doing to drive open conversations about these projects as David Hill, Executive Vice President for Energy at BPC joins the show. In Segment Two, we discuss updates to ARC, PLC, base acres, reference prices and more under the One Big Beautiful Bill along with resources available for producers affected by wildfires in Nebraska as USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce joins us for a conversation. Then in Segment Three, we listen back to an interview with National Milk Producers Federation President and CEO Gregg Doud, which we conducted at the StoneX Ag & Dairy Outlook. We close the show in Segment Four and learn about commodity ETFs with Sal Gilbertie from Teucrium Trading.

Thursday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we begin the show with a look at this week's market action and have a conversation with Cory Bratland from AgMarket.net. In Segment Two, we discuss crop nutrition as we head into spring planting and have an agronomy discussion with Roland Leatherwood from The Mosaic Company. In Segment Three, we discuss the on-going lawsuit to end USDA's current rule requiring electronic identification (EID) eartags for certain cattle and bison transported across state lines, in place of long-used visual tags. Kara Rollins, Senior Litigation Counsel for the New Civil Liberties Alliance, joins us to discuss. Then we close the show with an update on this year's enrollment for the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol with Tillman White in Segment Four.  

Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we begin the show with former USDA Secretary of Agriculture Mike Johanns (who is currently the Chairman of Agriculture for Alliant Group) to discuss a key R&D tax credit that farmers and ranchers need to know about for their operation. In Segment Two, we are joined by David Fialkov, Executive Vice President of Government Affairs for NATSO, NACS and SIGMA, who discusses the fuel retailers' stance on 45Z and year round E-15. In Segment Three, USDA APHIS Acting U.S. Chief Veterinary Officer Dr. Alan Huddleston joins the show to discuss issues with HPAI in the U.S. and steps producers can take to improve their biosecurity and more. We close the show in Segment Four as Farm and Ranch Media/American Ag Network's Susan Littlefield joins us with an update on the Nebraska wildfires.

On Tuesday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show by discussing the markets with Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth from Van Ahn & Company in Segment One. Next up in Segment Two, we learn more about Ambrook and how they can help you manage your books and your operation as Haley Potter joins us for a conversation. In Segment Three, we talk with Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) about fertilizer prices, E-15 and the Farm Bill. We close the show as Jesse shares thoughts on the life and legacy of farm broadcasting legend Orion Samuelson, who has passed away at 91.  

Monday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show by looking at weekend headlines influencing the markets and talk with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we recap the massive weather system that impacted the country over the weekend and to start this week with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we discuss the pulse industry and talk with USA Pulses CEO and Washington farmer Tim McGreevey. Then we close the show and get an update about the recent Senate hearing on domestic production and more with Matt Perdue, President of North Dakota Farmers Union.

Friday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show hearing a conversation with Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) regarding the Buying American Cotton Act along with perspective on Farm Bill prospects in the Senate and more. In Segment Two, we discuss the overall outlook for the farm economy with Barry Benson, VP of Agribusiness Banking with FNBO (First National Bank of Omaha). In Segment Three, we have a wide ranging conversation with R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard followed by a look at ag news headlines in Segment Four.

On Thursday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we are spending time at the StoneX Ag & Dairy Market Outlook in Nashville, TN. In Segment One, we discuss interest rates and the broader macroeconomy with Josh Carrington, VP of Interest Rate Hedging at StoneX. In Segment Two, StoneX Senior Fertilizer Analyst Mike Castle joins us with an update on fertilizer prices heading into spring. In Segment Three, we take a broad look at the commodity markets amid global geopolitical issues with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX. Then we close the show with a look at the global wheat market picture with Mike O'Dea from StoneX.

On Wednesday's AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Lubricants, we start the show with Meatingplace Managing Editor Peter Ricci who shares details of his recent interview with Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins regarding the state of the meat industry. In Segment Two, we listen back to our conversation with U.S. Soybean Export Council CEO Jim Sutter during Commodity Classic. In Segment Three, we discuss the current state of U.S. farm policy, dietary guidelines and more with former Secretary of Agriculture during the Clinton administration, Dan Glickman. Then we close the show in Segment Four with a look at ag news headlines.