Agriculture of America

On AOA: Weekend Edition, powered by Cenex, we begin the show with news headlines and a recent conversation about beef that FARM's Susan Littlefield had with Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE). In Segment Two, we discuss the latest Farm Credit Mid-America farmland value benchmark study with Jennifer Riethman, head of collateral production at Farm Credit Mid-America. In Segment Three, we look at the latest news surrounding U.S./Canada relations as Shaun Haney from RealAg Radio joins us for a conversation. Then, in Segment Four, we close the show as Susan Littlefield shares another conversation, this time with Corn Refiners Association President and CEO John Bode, from the Farm Progress Show.

On Friday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we begin the show as host Jesse Allen and AOA producer Paul Bougie reflect on the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and remember where they were that day. In Segment Two, we review the August results of the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer with Joanna Colussi from Purdue's Center for Commercial Agriculture. Then we finish the show with the return of our AOA Farmer Roundtable as Chad Epler from Kansas and John Delmotte from Michigan join us to talk about rising diesel prices, high input costs, ag policy, demand for commodities and more.

On Thursday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we begin the show by checking the markets with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. In Segment Two, Ethan Lane, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, joins us to discuss beef imports, MCOOL and current issues in the beef industry. In Segment Three, we discuss the state of the Farm Bill in the Senate and get perspective from the specialty crop industry as Sara Neagu-Reed, director of production & environmental policy with the International Fresh Produce Association, joins us for a conversation. Then in Segment Four, we have an agronomic conversation and talk Pioneer Z-Series soybeans with Nate LeVan, field agronomist for Pioneer in North Central Iowa.

Wednesday on AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Diesel, we start the show with market analysis from Kyle Bumsted with Allendale followed by a recap of the August meat export numbers with Dan Halstrom, President and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation who joins us live from Japan. In Segment Three, we discuss the latest Meat Demand Monitor and the overall trends of the K-shaped economy with Dr. Glynn Tonsor from Kansas State University. Then we close the show by discussing Liebig's law of the minimum with Dr. Alan Blaylock, Nutrien Senior Agronomist. Learn more at https://nutrien-ekonomics.com/news/liebigs-law-of-the-minimum/

Tuesday on AOA, presented by Pioneer brand PowerCore Enlist corn, we begin the show with a look at the markets coming out of the holiday weekend with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart. In Segment Two, we learn about the newly launched generation of CLAAS tractors in North America with Tanner Whipps, CLAAS tractor product specialist. In Segment Three, we discuss Prop 12 and other pork industry policy priorities ahead of a fly-in next week with Todd Marotz, NPPC vice president and producer from Minnesota. Then in Segment Four, we talk weather for the week ahead with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick.

On Monday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we listen back to conversations we had at the 2026 Farm Progress Show last week in Boone, IA. In Segment One, we talk about harvest solutions from Craig Lee, Director of Sales at Geringhoff and then discuss tire tips during and after harvest with Greg Jones, Senior Manager Field Engineering at Firestone Ag. In Segment Two, we talk propane with Michael Newland, Director of Agriculture Business Development at the Propane Education & Research Council. In Segment Three, we have a conversation with Sukup Manufacturing President and CEO Tom Mangan and then close the show with an update from Farm Rescue in Segment Four as we talk with Terry Johnston, Development Officer with Farm Rescue.

On this Labor Day weekend edition of AOA, we begin the show with a rundown of some of this week's news headlines followed by an agronomic and weather conversation with Dr. Chad Godsey, farmer, soil scientist, and Chief Agronomist at Green Evolution Technologies (G.E.T.) in Segment Two. Then, we discuss preventing bugs and pests in our stored grain during harvest season with Dr. Johnny Wilson from Central Life Sciences in Segment Three. We close the show in Segment Four and learn about John Deere's new AI powered assistant, JD, as we talked with Jackson Baca from Deere during the Farm Progress Show.

Tuesday on AOA, we are spending time with AGI at the 2026 Farm Progress Show in Boone, IA.

On Monday's AOA, powered by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show with a look at the markets with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart in Segment One followed by a rundown of the weather forecast with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick in Segment Two. Then in Segment Three, we talk with farmer representative for Clean Fuels Alliance America and a member of the Nebraska Soybean Board, Greg Anderson, about small refinery exemptions and the need for biofuel policy certainty. Then we close the show with ag news headlines in Segment Four.

On this episode of AOA: Weekend Edition, we begin the show learning more about this week's announcement of a phosphate fertilizer facility to be built in Louisiana in a joint venture between CHS and OCP North America. CHS President and CEO Jay Debertin joins us to discuss in Segment One. In Segment Two, we learn more about Mosaic Biosciences® introducing a new product, Renuvis Enzara™, to help growers with residue management. Kip Jacobs, Field Solution Agronomist with The Mosaic Company, joins us to tell us more. Then we close the show in Segments Three and Four by catching up with Renewable Energy Farmers of America Executive Director Jeff Risley. He walks us through some of their recent work, thoughts on renewable energy projects in rural America and much more.

On Friday's AOA, presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we start the show with American Soybean Association Vice President Dave Walton, who shares thoughts on the reports that small refinery exemptions for the 2025 Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) compliance year could far exceed previous government projections. In Segment Two, host Jesse Allen has some thoughts to share on beef imports and the issue of affordability. In Segment Three, we discuss how Minnesota Pork is connecting with consumers through nutrition and wellness as Pam Voelkel, director of events and promotions, Minnesota Pork Board and Rachel Stark, sports performance dietitian with Rachel Stark Nutrition, LLC join the show. We close in Segment Four as FARM's Susan Littlefield shares an ag policy conversation with Jordan Dux, Senior Director of National Affairs with the Nebraska Farm Bureau.

On Thrusday's AOA, presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we get analysis and perspective on this week's grain market rally and more with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. In Segment Two, we get an update on the flooding and severe weather that has impacted farmers and ranchers in Indiana with Eric Pfieffer, President and News Director for Hoosier Ag Today. In Segment Three, National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles joins us to discuss a number of issues including potato wart on Prince Edward Island, U.S. and Canada trade relations, an anti-dumping dispute with British Columbia and more. Then we close the show with Carl Joern, Pioneer field agronomist from Northwest Indiana, who joins us to discuss crop progression and disease management as we near harvest season. Find more online as well at https://www.pioneer.com.

On Wednesday's AOA, presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show with an update on dairy issues between the U.S. and Canada as Shawna Morris, Executive Vice President, Trade Policy & Global Affairs at National Milk Producers Federation, joins the show. In Segment Two, we discuss the correlation between rising diesel fuel costs and corn futures, and we talk about the macro economy with Mike Castle, Senior Commodities Economist at StoneX. In Segment Three, we discuss late season insect pressures, scouting and more with Erin Hodgson, professor and extension entomologist at Iowa State University. Then we close the show with news headlines in Segment Four.

Tuesday on AOA, presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we start the show talking about the markets and get analysis from Chip Nellinger with Blue Reef Agri-Marekting in Segment One. Then in Segment Two, we discuss the UP/NS rail merger, harvest safety week and more with Mike Seyfert from the National Grain and Feed Association. In Segment Three, we hear a conversation Jesse had with Senator Mike Rounds (R-SD) regarding President Trump's beef import plan, the RANCH Act and more. Then we close the show with a look at ag news headlines in Segment Four.

Monday on AOA, presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show talking markets with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart followed by a rundown of the weather forecast in Segment Two with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick. In Segment Three, we get a final preview of next week's Farm Progress Show with Matt Jungmann, National Events Manager with Farm Progress. Then Jesse closes the show with some thoughts on the escalation of tariffs and more trade concerns between the U.S. and Canada in Segment Four.

On this weekend's episode of AOA, we talk first about the Farmers and Ranchers Relief Act, introduced by Wyoming Sen. Cynthia Lummis, and how it would clarify the Clean Water Act's exemption for routine farming, ranching and forestry activities. John Nagle, Federal Policy Manager for Pacific Legal Foundation joins us to discuss. In Segments Two and Three, we have a sit down conversation with Pivot Bio CEO Chris Abbott who talks about the current state of global fertilizer prices and we learn more about Pivot Pathways: A Generation Grant program designed to help Pivot Bio team members and customers invest in the future of their families, communities and agriculture. Then in Segment Four, we discuss white mold in soybeans and talk with BASF Product Manager Erick Garcia.

On Friday's AOA, we talk markets with Brady Huck from EmpowerAg Trading followed by USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce. Then, we talk farmland values with Tim Koch from Farm Credit Services of America, Ag Country and Frontier Farm Credit. We close the show in Segment Four and learn about Compeer Financial's "Rooted and Rising" event coming up in Owatonna, MN with Leah Thiele from Compeer.

On Thursday's AOA, presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show with analysis and market perspective from Jacob Burks with AgMarket.net followed by a conversation about a provision in the Senate farm bill that strengthens the ability of farmers and ranchers to conserve wildlife habitat while maintaining economically viable working lands. Shaleas Harrison, Western Policy Manager, Western Landowners Alliance, joins us for that conversation. In Segment Three, we hear from EPA Region 8 Administrator Cyrus Western who joins the show again for an update on the agency work to reform and revise regulations surrounding Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) and more. Then we close the show in Segment Four and discuss making seed decisions for 2027 with Nate Miller, Lead, North America Seed for Nutrien Ag Solutions.

On Wednesday's AOA, powered by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show with a look at the markets in Segment One with Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth from Van Ahn & Company. In Segment Two, we discuss current farmland values and the generational transfer of land with Paul Schadegg, President of Farmers National Company. Then we close the show with Rural Minds Founder and Chairman Jeff Winton, who joins us to discuss rural mental health challenges and resources available for people in need across rural America. Learn more at https://www.ruralminds.org.

Tuesday on AOA, powered by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show talking market action, crop conditions and more with Garrett Toay from AgTraderTalk. In Segment Two, we get an update on the Senate farm bill process and more with Senator John Hoeven (R-ND). In Segment Three, we hear about CoBank's latest report on elevated fertilizer prices and talk input costs with Jacqui Fatka, Farm Supply and Biofuels Lead Economist at CoBank. Then we close the show with Dan Tekiela, regional technical services management for Envu, who discusses wildfires in the PNW and effective management of rangeland to try and prevent wildfires.

On Monday's AOA, powered by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show with a look at the markets as Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart, joins us for a conversation. That is followed by a look at this week's weather forecast with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick in Segment Two. Then in Segment Three, we discuss the Senate Farm Bill, UMSCA and more with Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA). We close the show with news headlines in Segment Four.

On this weekend's episode of AOA: Weekend Edition, we begin the show learning about a new licensing agreement between Bayer and RAGT to accelerate commercialization of hybrid wheat as Dr. Francis Beecher from Bayer joins us in Segment One. Then in Segment Two, we hear part of my conversation with Florida rancher Ben Butler who is running for the 9th Congressional District in the Republican primary. He discusses his thoughts on food security, New World Screwworm and more. In Segment Three, we take a look at inflation concerns in the economy along with USMCA negotiations and more with Ben Johnston, COO at Kapitus. Then we close the show in Segment Four and get an agronomic update from the eastern Corn Belt with Randy Mette, agronomist with WinField United.

On Friday's AOA, powered by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show with a recap of the recent Soy Connext event with Jim Sutter from the U.S. Soybean Export Council in Segment One followed by a look at the latest meat export numbers with Dan Halstrom, President and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation. In Segment Three, we talk news headlines and get an update on the DTN Digital Yield Tour with Todd Neeley, DTN Environmental Editor. Then in Segment Four, we hear from Meatingplace News Editor Chris Moore who shares more details on Tyson Foods announcement that its closing facilities in Illinois and Utah, while pursuing the sale of another in Washington state.

Thursday on AOA, presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we start the show with a recap of the August WASDE report and a look at market action with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. In Segment Two, we look at the Meat Demand Monitor for the month of July with Glynn Tonsor from Kansas State University. (Find the data online by visiting the agmanager.info website.) In Segment Three, we discuss the passage of WRDA 2026 out of committee in both the House and Senate, get an update on the UP/NS proposed rail merger and more with Mike Steenhoek, Executive Director of the Soy Transportation Coalition. Then we close the show with an update from the U.S. sunflower industry with John Sandbakken, Executive Director of the National Sunflower Association.

Wednesday on AOA, powered by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we start the show talking ag policy news from Capitol Hill with Jake Zajkowski, the new DTN Ag Policy Editor, in Segment One. Then in Segment Two, we discuss the importance of soil sampling with Dr. Alan Blaylock, Nutrien Senior Agronomist. Go online to the Nutrien eKonomics website for more information. In Segment Three, we talk markets with Arlan Suderman, Chief Commodities Economist at StoneX followed by ag news headlines in Segment Four.

Tuesday on AOA, presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we take a deep dive into this week's livestock market action with Kyle Bumsted from Allendale followed by a conversation with Cody Jorgensen, Partner & Chief Livestock Officer of Jorgensen Land & Cattle, who shares details about their operation being featured on the nationally distributed television series World's Greatest!... in an episode airing on Bloomberg Television on Saturday, August 15 and Saturday, August 22, both at 3 PM Central Time. In Segment Three, we talk with Dr. Ashley Johnson, Director of Food Policy for the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC), who shares details on her time this week attending the HHS Food Policy Celebration event and a broader discussion on where things stand with the MAHA movement in the Trump Administration. Then we close the show with a look at ag news headlines in Segment Four.

Monday on AOA, powered by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we take a look at the early week market trade and what to expect with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart in Segment One followed by a look at the weather with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick in Segment Two. Then we spend the rest of the show learning about GHG Protocol's new Land Sector and Removals Standard (effective January 1, 2027) and what it means for farmers, ranchers and companies engaging in regenerative agriculture practices at scale. Nick Betts is Director of Climate Solutions at SCS Consulting Services and he joins us to break it all down.

On this episode of AOA: Weekend Edition, presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we talk more about the Senate Ag Committee farm bill debate and hear comments from Chairman John Boozman (R-AR) from a press call on Friday along with a few more news headlines. In Segment Two, we discuss an antidumping case regarding Mexican strawberry imports and what it could mean for the industry with Daniel B. Pickard, head of Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney's International Trade & National Security practice and lead counsel for Strawberry Growers for Fair Trade. In Segment Three, FARM's Susan Littlefield sits down for a conversation with the newly elected chairman of the U.S. Grains and BioProducts Council, Jay Reiners from Nebraska. We close the show in Segment Four with an ag economy conversation as we talk with David Widmar from Agricultural Economic Insights.

On Friday's AOA, powered by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show by looking at the July Ag Economy Barometer with Michael Langemeier from Purdue's Center for Commercial Agriculture. In Segment Two, USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce joins us to discuss new crop insurance payment flexibility announcements, reinstatement of prevent plant buy-up coverage and more. In Segment Three, we talk cattle markets with Charley Martinez, the new Director of the King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management. Then, in Segment Four, we close the show with thoughts on the stalling of the Farm Bill this week in the Senate Ag Committee.

Thursday on AOA, powered by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show with a look at the markets as Cory Bratland from AgMarket.net joins the show followed by a conversation about protecting working lands in the West and a new law on the books in Idaho giving clearer protections for private land. Rees Empey, State Policy Manager for Pacific Legal Foundation, joins us to share more details. (Find his recent story with more information on this issue here: https://pacificlegal.org/western-livestock-journal-idaho-just-restored-the-property-line/) Then in Segment Three, we hear more about an announcement this week from Ambrook, a company building financial software for agriculture and other independent businesses, as they have raised a $30M Series B after growing from roughly 2,500 to more than 8,000 customers in the past year. Mackenzie Burnett, Ambrook CEO and Cofounder, joins us for a conversation. We then close the show with news headlines including a deep dive into the latest Rural Mainstreet Index from Creighton University in Segment Four.

On Wednesday's AOA, presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show with another preview of the Farm Progress Show coming to Boone, IA September 1st-3rd with Farm Progress National Events Manager, Matt Jungmann in Segment One. In Segment Two, we discuss a potential $2 billion cut to the EQIP program in the Senate version of the Farm Bill set for markup this week. Rebecca Bartels, Executive Director with Invest in Our Land joins us to share perspective. Then we close the show with an update from the team at MyAgData and discussing how they are working to make acreage reporting easier for growers. Chad Greenlee is Channel Manager for MyAgData and he joins us along with Nathan Faleide from North Dakota, a grower who has been using the platform to report acres this year.

On Tuesday's AOA, presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show with Alan Weber, founding partner at MARC IV and senior advisor to Clean Fuels Alliance America, to discuss the benefits of increased biodiesel and renewable diesel use while creating valuable markets for U.S. farmers. In Segment Two, it's our August "Tractor Zoom Tuesday" conversation with Andy Campbell, Director of Insights at Tractor Zoom as we discuss trends for tractors, combines and sprayers along with the notion of a K-shaped economy forming in ag equipment buying. Then we spend the rest of the show talking about forage harvesters, overall forage harvester efficiency, the JAGUAR 1000 series from CLAAS and more with Matt Jaynes, forage harvester product manager at CLAAS of America. Greg Frenzel, combine product manager for CLAAS of America, also joins us again in Segment Four for a little Q&A session with Matt as we wrap our series on overall harvest efficiency. Learn more by visiting your local dealer or going online to https://www.claas.com.

On Monday's AOA, powered by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show by looking at the markets to begin the month of August with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart followed by a rundown of the weather forecast with DTN Meteorologist Teresa Wells in Segment Two. Then in Segment Three, we get some dealer perspective on the ag equipment market as AgRevolution CEO Stacy Anthony joins the show. Then we close with ag news headlines including an agronomic update from NW Illinois with Brianna Gehrig from Brevant.

On AOA: Weekend Edition this weekend, we begin the show by sharing a conversation that FARM's Susan Littlefield had with Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation President Mark McHargue followed by a look into Bushel's new Lien Protection Program with Nathan Jorannstad, Fintech Product Manager for Bushel. Then we close the show with a look at the markets, ag economy and more with Chad Hart, Professor and Economist with Iowa State University Extension.

With drought and dry conditions affecting a large portion of the wheat crop this year, yields are down. Also, while holding grain in storage can provide valuable flexibility to sell at a higher price when the market is right, it can also mean your grain is at risk of costly insect infestations. Implementing a proactive grain protection protocol that includes products like Gravista® Insecticide and Diacon® IGR from Central Life Sciences is the key to preserving grain quality and preventing costly insect infestations. John Mays with Central Life Sciences joins us to discuss the best practices to protect our stored wheat. Learn more online at https://www.wheatprotection.com.

On Friday's AOA, powered by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show with Craig Meeker, Past Chair of the National Sorghum Producers in Segment One followed by an agronomic update from Minnesota with Jeff Strock, Professor with the University of Minnesota and the Southwest Research and Outreach Center. In Segment Three, we discuss the overall state of the ag economy and talk with CHS President and CEO Jay Debertin. We close the show in Segment Four with a recap of the recent Spring Wheat and Durum tour of North Dakota with Sean Finnie, Interim Director of the Wheat Quality Council.

On Wednesday's AOA, powered by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show discussing the phased reopening of the southern border and New World Screwworm with Colin Woodall, CEO of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. In Segment Two, we discuss the overall state of the farm economy with Ryan Loy from the University of Arkansas. In Segment Three, we learn more about the Washington state raspberry industry and discuss trade, exports and more with Gavin Willis, Executive Director of the Washington Red Raspberry Commission. Then we close the show with ag news headlines in Segment Four.

On today's AOA presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show with news headlines followed by a conversation about the farm economy, input costs and more with Dr. Michael Deliberto, Associate Professor and Louisiana Farm Bureau Endowed Professor in Agricultural Policy with Louisiana State University. Then we close the show with an update on southern rust and agronomics with Madison Wozniak, FMC technical service manager in Segment Four.

On this weekend's episode of AOA, we take a look at ag news headlines followed by an agronomic update from Central Iowa with Dean Grossnickle from Syngenta. Then, we hear a conversation with Wayne Swanson Jr., founder of Swanson Family Farms in Georgia, to discuss the role of the American family farm and how important it is to our food security. Then, we close the show learning about Grain Brief and the resource it can be to farmers with founder and developer, Josh Frost.

On Friday's AOA, presented by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we start the show talking markets with Chip Nellinger from Blue Reef Agri-Marketing. In Segment Two, we talk with USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce. In Segment Three, we talk E15, 45Z and more with American Coalition for Ethanol CEO Brian Jennings and then look at news headlines to end the show.

On Thursday's AOA, we begin the show with a look at markets with Jacob Burks from AgMarket.net followed by a conversation about keeping soybean cyst nematode populations low and a summer partnership between Valent U.S.A. and The SCN Coalition on the "Start Low, Stay Low" campaign with Dair McDuffie, product development manager for seed treatments for Valent U.S.A. Then we spend the rest of the show discussing the latest issues around the globe that are affecting fertilizer production and more with David Delaney, CEO of Itafos.

Wednesday on AOA, powered by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we begin the show discussing the latest ag equipment sales numbers with Curt Blades from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. In Segment Two, we discuss a recent article shared in Southern Ag Today discussing how southern farmers get impacted more on basis and freight rates when the Mississippi River runs low. Yuan Zhang, Postdoctoral Researcher, Fryar Price Risk Management Center of Excellence, Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness, University of Arkansas joins us. In Segment Three, we have a conversation with Congressman Frank Lucas (R-OK) about the Farm Bill, the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act and New World Screwworm. Then we close the show in Segment Four discussing the latest on the cyclosporiasis outbreak with POLITICO Food and Agriculture Reporter Marcia Brown.

On Tuesday's show, we talk markets with DuWayne Bosse from Bolt Marketing followed by a conversation with American Sheep Industry Association President Ben Lehfeldt. Then, it's Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) followed by an update on New World Screwworm with Dr. Casey Locklear of Elanco Animal Health.

On Monday's AOA, powered by Nutrien Ag Solutions, we start the show with a look at the early week market action with Darin Newsom, Senior Market Analyst at Barchart followed by a rundown of the weather this week with DTN Meteorologist John Baranick in Segment Two. Then in Segment Three, we talk with National Corn Growers Association First Vice President Matt Frostic about a number of topics including NCGA's Corn Congress, Capitol Hill visits, E15, cost of inputs compared to Brazil and the news that Ruveon has dropped it's CVD petition over Chinese glyphosate. Then in Segment Four, we talk with USDA Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg about recent trade advancements, USMCA and more.

On this weekend's edition of AOA, we begin the show discussing the U.S. EPA releasing an update on progress toward the Gulf Hypoxia Action Plan nutrient reduction 2025 interim target with Adam Herges, Sustainability Agronomist advisor for Mosaic and member of the Agricultural Nutrient Policy Council. In Segment Two, we get an update from the cotton belt and talk with Kenny Melton, US Cotton Agronomy Lead for BASF. In Segment Three, we discuss the topic of virtual fencing and its growing popularity with Dan Probert, Regenerative Ranching Director at Country Natural Beef. Then we close the show discussing the farm economy and farm financing with Matt Mostad, VP of Revenue Operations for FarmOp Capital.