Ep. 10: John Deere sprayers, Mental Health Month, strengthening farm families, ag census highlights, Marty Brown

On this episode, Jennifer Fawkes, marketing manager for the International Agri-Center and the World Ag Expo, provides an update on the 2021 virtual World Ag Expo. Jesse Allen recaps the week in the markets in his Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz talks tires in “Bushels and Cents.” The Episode also features the music of singer/songwriter John PayCheck.

Time stamps

Jennifer Fawkes, World Ag Expo: 1:12

World Ag Expo advertisement: 8:09

Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 8:38

Chandler Equipment advertisement: 14:44

Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 15:14

John PayCheck: 16:33 

Ray Atkinson of the American Farm Bureau Federation and Illinois Farmer Connie Gyorr discuss the opioid crisis on the farm. Chris Galen of the National Milk Producers Federation talks about the new DAIRY PRIDE Act, and Farm Bureau’s Emily Buckman discusses the American Connection Project for rural broadband. Emily Solis with the Animal Agriculture Alliance provides details about the Animal Agriculture Alliance Summit. The episode also features the music of former American Idol contestant, Alison Elena.

Time stamps

Ray Atkinson (American Farm Bureau Federation) and Connie Gyorr (Marissa’s Purpose): 1:28

Chandler Equipment advertisement: 18:33

Chris Galen, National Milk Producers Federation: 19:03

Emily Buckman, American Farm Bureau Federation: 22:06

Emily Solis, Animal Agriculture Alliance: 23:52

World Ag Expo advertisement: 24:57

Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 25:26

Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 31:59

Alison Elena: 33:24

On this episode, we hear about a rebound in the pork market after a tumultuous 2020. We also hear why now might be a good time to consider planting sunflowers. Potato growers raise concerns about Mexico’s USMCA obligations, EPA head says no imminent changes coming to waterway rules and the USDA’s National Agricultural Classification survey is coming. Daryl Theis from CLAAS talks about the fuel efficiency of the manufacturer’s equipment and a sweepstakes that aims to put money back into the pocket of one lucky producer. Jesse Allen discusses a bullish week in the grain markets and Ray Bohacz talks battery acid in this week’s “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of traditional country music singer/songwriter Dave Wilbert, as well as a tribute to traditional country star Dawn Anita.

Time stamps

Dawn Anita dedication: 1:28

Pork outlook with Dr. Scott Brown, University of Missouri: 2:48

USMCA troubles with Mark Szymanski, National Potato Council: 4:48

Sunflower market potential with Karl Esping, National Sunflower Association: 5:57

Waterway rules and USDA survey: 8:30

Chandler Equipment advertisement: 10:16

Daryl Theis, CLAAS: 10:47

World Ag Expo advertisement: 16:16

Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 16:45

Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 22:59

Dave Wilbert: 24:19

Dawn Anita tribute/outro: 1:13:43

On this episode, John Deere representatives Ryan Jardon, Kevin Juhl and Joel Basinger discuss a new integrated tractor and planter solution, new Hagie sprayers and John Deere See and Spray Select technology. We talk weed control and a new palmer amaranth study. Also, the USDA has retooled some of its COVID-19 aid programs. Jesse Allen discusses cash basis in this week’s Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz talks slow-starting engines in “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of rising country music star Emily Miller.

Time stamps

Ryan Jardon and Kevin Juhl, John Deere: 1:17

Joel Basinger, John Deere: 13:30

Chandler Equipment advertisement: 28:33

Weed control with Dean Grossnickle (Syngenta) and Dr. Bill Johnson (Purdue University): 29:03

Palmer amaranth study with Anthony Brusa, University of Minnesota: 32:08

USDA news: 35:34

World Ag Expo advertisement: 37:37

Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 38:05

Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 43:10

Emily Miller: 44:37

On this episode, Texas farmer Scott Frazier testifies before the House Judiciary Committee on problems facing farmers and ranchers along the border; the United Soybean board reveals results of a consumer confidence survey and the World Dairy Expo will stay in Madison, Wisconsin. The episode also features a panel discussion on mental health on the farm, as well as the music of rising country star Victoria Rose.

Time stamps

Scott Frazier: 1:23

Mace Thornton, United Soybean Board: 3:08

Katie Schmitt, World Dairy Expo: 5:11

Chandler Equipment advertisement: 7:00

Mental health on the farm with Pam Jahnke, Jeff Ditzenberger and John Shutske: 7:30

Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 43:20

Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 49:32

Victoria Rose: 50:54

On this episode, we discuss fertilizer price trends with David Widmar of Agricultural Economic Insights. We also discuss what to do when your neighbor’s negligence leads to damage on your property with Washburn University Law Professor Roger McEowen. Jesse Allen breaks down a wild week in the markets following key USDA reports and Ray Bohacz presents “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Adam Warner.

On this episode, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack talks coronavirus aid, carbon sequestration, trade and other important ag issues during a virtual meeting with the National Association of Farm Broadcasters. Jesse Allen talks the potential for a soybean shortage in this week’s Market Talk report and Ray Bohacz talks compaction in this week’s “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of Dennis Ledbetter.

Time stamps

Tom Vilsack, USDA: 1:18

Chandler Equipment advertisement: 12:19

Tom Vilsack Part 2: 12:49

World Ag Expo ad: 31:58

Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 32:27

Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 39:37

Dennis Ledbetter: 40:59

On this episode, DEKALB and Asgrow agronomists Andrew Penney and Harmon Wilts offer up spring planting and growing tips for corn and soybeans. Also, Katherine Tai is confirmed as U.S. Trade Representative and China buys more U.S. corn. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk update and Ray Bohacz talks repair manuals in “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of singer/songwriter Cameron DuBois.

Time stamps

Andrew Penney, DEKALB/Asgrow: 1:23

Harmon Wilts, DEKALB/Asgrow: 13:14

Chandler Equipment advertisement: 34:15

News update: 34:45

Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 38:32

Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 44:59

Cameron Dubois: 46:22

On this Episode, Jess McCluer, chairman of the Agricultural Safety and Health Council of America discusses the upcoming virtual Agricultural Safety Summit and Clint Chaffer, Brand Manager with Asgrow shares how the company is preparing soybean growers for Plant 2021. We provide coverage of the “Corn Warriors” Season 4 crowning ceremony and preview the new TV series “The Podfather.” Jesse Allen has a Market Talk Update and Ray Bohacz has another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features singer/songwriter Ken Wilber.

On this episode, pork producer delegates convene for the National Pork Industry Forum, watching dairy production for signs of trouble and weed control with North Dakota State’s Dr. Joe Ikley. Learn about new lubricants from Case IH and hear about ag innovation from UPL’s Craig Brekkas and in-furrow protection from Lynn Justesen. Jesse Allen has a Market Talk Update and Ray Bohacz has another installment of “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the music of traditional country music star Dawn Anita, the aunt of the late country music superstar, Joe Diffie.

Time stamps

Bryan Humphreys, National Pork Board: 1:28

Bryan Doherty, Total Farm Marketing (dairy outlook): 3:36

Dr. Joe Ikley, North Dakota State University: 5:57

Chandler Equipment advertisement: 9:11

Joe Vonk, Case IH: 9:41

World Ag Expo advertisement: 15:11

Craig Brekkas, UPL: 15:40

Lynn Justesen, UPL: 28:25

Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 36:00

Ray Bohacz, Bushels and Cents: 42:18

Dawn Anita: 43:38