Agweek Podcast

This week on AgweekTV, some soybean growers are shifting their planting plans because of low prices. A series of town hall meetings is giving Minnesota farmers a chance to give their lawmakers a message about federal cuts. A Minnesota company is one of the country's biggest frozen organic food processors. And an SDSU student is researching how to make beef hold its fresh color longer.  

Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss the pressure of tariffs and tariff headlines on the Agweek Market Wrap. 

This week on AgweekTV, a program that gets fresh, healthy food from farms to kids at school faces the loss of federal funding. South Dakota's ag secretary talks about the biggest issues facing the state's biggest industry. we'll hear about the history of sugarbeet farming from some farmers who lived it. And we'll take you to the region's sweetest harvest.

Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss the impact of upcoming ag reports and retaliatory tariffs on the Agweek Market Wrap. 

This week on AgweekTV, highly pathogenic avian influenza continues to take a toll on flocks across the country. We'll see what's being done to try to stop it. Our Agweek Livestock Tour takes us to the home of some of the nation's best Angus genetics. At the International Sugar Beet Institute, we'll hear the latest in politics from Washington, D.C. And we'll see what's being done to lower nitrate l...

Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss what appears to be the calm before the storm on the Agweek Market Wrap. 

This week on AgweekTV, we'll tell you about a new wheat breeding program started by a longtime North Dakota grain company. We'll take a look at how federal funding freezing are impacting farmers in our communities. Calving season can be a stressful time of year. We'll see how one company could ease that stress. And several businesses join forces to show students about the many career opportunities...

This week on AgweekTV, a group of senators looks to provide some certainty for farmers about water issues. Farmers get some advice and information about the upcoming planting season. We visit Twin Eagle Dairy, home of the Minnesota milk producers of the year. And a popular seed library opens its doors for the season.

Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss the impact of on-again and off-again tariffs on the Agweek Market Wrap on Friday, March 7, 2025.

This week on AgweekTV, our livestock tour continues with a look at a ranch that sells beef directly to consumers. Organic farm groups wait for word about federal funding cuts. We take a look at the current state of the cattle market and if producers can expect to see those prices sticking around. And North Dakota FFA gets its biggest financial boost ever. We'll tell you how they plan to spend it.

Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss the concern of oncoming tariffs on the markets on the Agweek Market Wrap. 

Fargo, ND based Resurgent Health is bringing a new philosophy on healthcare Contact Resurgent Health: at their website , Facebook Page or by phone (701) 599-3950 An episode summary: Introduction and Direct Primary Care Explanation (0:00 - 6:38) The Ag Week podcast host, Al Winmill, introduces Aly Dahl and Kristine Martens from Resurgent Health, a direct primary care clinic in Fargo. They begin by...

This week on AgweekTV, we're talking renewable fuels at the Evolution Ag Summit in Jamestown, North Dakota. We'll see how a freeze in federal money is affecting some farm programs. The North Dakota Supreme Court makes a decision that could affect ag water projects across the state. And a Midwest author writes a series of children's books about life as a ranch dog.  

Agweek Podcast host, Al Winmill, recently had the chance to chat with Nate Schlief of the Greater Grand Forks Farm Toy Show about their upcoming 4th Annual show in Grand Forks, ND. Nate shared information about the show, located at the Alerus Center, March 28-29, along with his history in the farm toy hobby, how the show started and more.  Learn more about the 4th Annual Greater Grand Forks Farm T...

Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss what's giving strength to grains this week on the Agweek Market Wrap. 

This week on AgweekTV, a South Dakota airport expands its ag services. One of the biggest cooperatives in the farm credit system braces for tumultuous times in ag. We introduce you to some young men who are taking on the challenge of having their own bull sale. And a group of farmers from Ukraine come to South Dakota to learn about raising and processing hemp.  

Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss changes in the world and local markets that are boosting grains on the Agweek Market Wrap. 

This week on AgweekTV, we're covering all things livestock at the Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo in South Dakota. We'll hear about what ag groups think of the Trump administration's moves on tariffs. Our Agweek Livestock Tour makes a stop at a sheep farm. And we'll watch some working dogs show off their skills.

Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss how market attention on tariffs has shifted for the moment on the Agweek Market Wrap. 

This week on AgweekTV, we'll see how changing food choices among young people are affecting ag. Livestock producers are facing a shortage of the required electronic tags. As our livestock tour continues, we meet a man who got into cattle production full time after retiring from the DOT. And a Minnesota distillery is mixing up organic cocktails.

Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management break down the incoming tariffs and what they mean for ag markets on the Agweek Market Wrap. 

This week on AgweekTV, edible bean and sugarbeet growers are joining forces for a bigger and better show. We'll see why some South Dakota ranchers are raising their beef to sell right to restaurants. To kick off our Agweek Livestock Tour, we talk to a North Dakota rancher who's made some changes to make ranching a little bit easier. In Millerville, Minnesota, butter is at the heart of a small-town...

Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management and Jamie Dickerson of Red River Farm Network discuss what's supporting grain and cattle on the Agweek Market Wrap. 

This week on AgweekTV, Minnesota lawmakers get to work. We'll hear about their plans for agriculture. We'll tell you why North Dakota's aerial applicators had a big year in 2024. We'll have important information for corn and soybean growers about the upcoming expo. And we'll meet the man who drove an antique tractor across the U.S. to raise money and awareness for FFA.  

Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson, president of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss what might happen when the new administration starts, on the Agweek Market Wrap.