Agweek Podcast

As part of our August look at first-generation farmers and ranchers, Agweek reporter Ariana Schumacher spoke with Calli Williams of TW Angus about what it is like to be a first generation rancher. 

On this week's Agweek Market Wrap, Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss how improving weather conditions — though there's still a long way to go in the crop season — sunk corn, soybean and wheat markets this week, overcoming surprising numbers in last week's USDA reports.

In this week's episode of the Agweek Podcast , Ariana Schumacher talks to Grant and Spencer Hilbert, two young men who went from filming themselves playing farming simulator and posting on YouTube, to buying their own farms.   This is the first episode in Agweek's July look at first-generation farmers.

This week on AgweekTV, take a closer look at the EPA decisions that effect the biofuel industry. Climb aboard a sprayer to see weeds through the eyes of a computer. Look at the fight against the blister beetle. Watch how South Dakota foundation raises funds to feed South Dakotans in need. Learn about how Scouting and Scholarships welcomes out youth to teach ag and award money for education.  

As part of our June look at agritourism, Ann Bailey talks to Amy Smith of Rorvig Ranch. When a ranch house across the road came up for sale, Amy and her husband, Taryn, bought it and turned it into an Airbnb. Now the Smiths fit in a busy hospitality locale amid an already busy life as ranchers and parents of young children.

This week on AgweekTV, there's a feed additive that could create a healthier cow and a healthier planet. A Minnesota seed farm gets state recognition for its potato growing methods. The summer sales of E15 have hit the pump. And these tiny tractors are getting big attention.

Heart and Soil Ridge, a Driftless area farm, specializes in agritourism, grass-fed meats and other products and services. Lance Klessig talked to Noah Fish about the operation for Agweek's June look at agritourism.

South Dakota dairy growth, SCR Solutions, Heart Springs Parkinson's Program, Phelps Mill, International Pork Expo, Collin Peterson on the farm bill, Kenyan farmers in Minnesota and more on AgweekTV.

Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management talk weather and how it's taken hold of the market on the Agweek Market Wrap. 

As part of our June look at agritourism in the region, Agweek reporter Ariana Schumacher talks to Christy Heckathorn with Fleurish Flower Farm in Elk Point, South Dakota, about you-pick events, fly-ins to the farm, what it's like to watch people pick their bouquets, watching a pumpkin patch grow, their new "Brides and Blooms" event and differentiating an agritourism operation.

This week on AgweekTV, crops are off to a fast start in the region. Policy makers share insights at the Midwest Ag Summit. A producer talks about what FSA loans have done for their operation and kid campers learn farm safety.

All June, the Agweek Podcast will be featuring guests talking about agritourism -- how it works, the way it impacts the rest of a farm or ranch and more. In this first episode, Jeff Beach talks to Brady Wulf of Clear Springs Cattle Co. about how the views at the ranch helped them see a way to welcome more people onto their operation.

This week on AgweekTV, the Supreme Court makes an important decision on waters of the U.S. Cattle numbers are down and prices are up as producers face tough conditions. We'll meet a couple of cattle producers who have unique ways of getting enough water for their cows. And we'll meet a South Dakota man whose retirement days are filled with growing fresh produce for the hungry.

Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management talked about the fast-moving, up-and-down grain markets and what to look at in the coming week.

In our fifth and final episode on the topic of growth, Agweek reporter Ariana Schumacher talks to South Dakota State University Extension dairy specialist Patricia Villamediana about South Dakota's big rebound in the dairy industry.

This week on AgweekTV, we're coming to you from Ag Spray Equipment in Fargo, North Dakota, fo rour planting show special. How are producers in the region sitting so far this planting season? We'll find out. There is a serious shortage of Farm Service Agency workers. And, a new way to keep up on your soil's health.

Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss what farmers should do as planting days run out on the Agweek Market Wrap.

Carl Madsen has been gardening nearly his whole life, and now he uses his passion to support the local food pantry. Agweek reporter Ariana Schumacher talks to Madsen during planting at his Brookings, South Dakota, plot, which some young people from the community help him accomplish.

This week on AgweekTV, the United States Supreme Court makes a big decision affecting pork producers who do business in California. We kick off our follow a farmer series for the season with a unique operation in South Dakota. The child care crunch continues to surge in rural communities — see one community's solution. And a North Dakota ag engineering business gets quite the award, all while meet...

As we continue our May focus on growth, Agweek news editor Michael Johnson turns his attention to baby chicks. He talks to Brenda Genoch of Mark's Fleet Supply in Perham, Minnesota, about what kind of chicks are common, how many get bought and what people need to know and buy to be successful in raising birds.

This week on AgweekTV, the state of South Dakota showcases the ag industry with agritourism. Minnesota dairy royalty throws the first pitch at the St. Paul Saints game. We'll take you to Kindred, North Dakota, to address the rural day care shortage. And the University of Minnesota Crookston introduces their four-legged friends to eager guests.

Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss surprising numbers in today's WASDE report on this week's Agweek Market Wrap. Stick around until the end for a Trading Places mention!

Master gardener Ann Larson shares her tips and tricks for starting a native plant pollinator garden with Agweek reporter Ariana Schumacher. This is the second episode of the Agweek Podcast's new monthly feature series. The first season, in May 2023, focuses on growth. Find new episodes on Wednesday mornings.

This week on AgweekTV, with the region's temperatures rising, the risk of flooding rises along with it. The proposed carbon pipeline continues to stir up controversy. A Minnesota farmer captures what life is really like on the farm and shares it with fans around the world. And the livestock at the University of Minnesota Crookston feel right at home, thanks to one special woman.  

Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management talk warm weather and a comeback in the grains market during the Agweek Market Wrap on Friday, May 5.