Magnetic Ag - Ears Edition

This week in Magnetic Ag - Ears Edition, travel to South Africa for mass vaccination movements and across the U.S. to see how FFA students feed local farmers. Braeden and Savannah also chat through the challenges with U.S. labor and Campbell's soup headlines. In the headlines this week: - South Africa is preparing to vaccinate 7.2 million cattle against food-and-mouth disease after facing yea...

This week in Magnetic Ag - Ears Edition, we are talking cattle markets, food rules and tech players. Plus, Braeden and Savannah break down the traditions at your Thanksgiving feast. In the headlines this week: Analysts say strong cattle prices may hold steady through the end of the decade. Learn more: https://www.drovers.com/news/ag-policy/experts-say-strong-cattle-prices-could-continue-through-en...

From food dyes to food innovation and other segments across the food supply chain, Braeden and Savannah are diving into this week's ag headlines. In the news this week: - Asian longhorned tick spreads into Kansas and could cause extreme illness to livestock. Learn more: https://www.drovers.com/news/asian-longhorn-tick-moves-west-kansas - An Iowa State University study suggests the product of turni...

We've got the buzz on bees' news protection and flies set to eradicate NWSW. And, Braeden and Savannah deep dive into proposed relief packages, MOU's and soybean tariffs. This week on the pod: - Radioactive-free, sterile flies are the newest plan to stop New World Screw Worm from hitting the U.S. beef industry. Learn more here: https://www.drovers.com/news/industry/new-technology-combat-new-world-...

Braeden and Savannah are back! They are here to share some exciting new finds that could save the ag industry billions, and raise some concerns to the current state of drought and the economy. This week on the pod: - Researchers have developed a paper-based test that can detect HPAI in bird and cattle. Learn more: https://www.morningagclips.com/ffar-spurs-tool-to-test-for-bird-flu/ - Drought condi...

The summer heat is starting to hit triple digits as ag new headlines stay hot. Braeden and Savannah crack into issues facing the food and agriculture industry. In the headlines this week: - Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus (EEEV), a deadly mosquito-borne virus, is targeting horses and humans in the Northeast. Learn more here: https://www.agdaily.com/livestock/eee-increase-in-the-u-s-poses-ri...

We are serving up a full plate of ag news featuring updates on U.S. cattle herds, NOAA budget cuts and food eating contests. Braeden and Savannah are feasting on ag headlines! In the headlines this week: - U.S. Cattle herds rebuilding may be underway as feedlots report a drop in heifer placements. Learn more here: https://www.farmprogress.com/livestock/cattle-markets-poised-for-further-gains-as-he...

Hemp in dairy diets, Roundup in court, and beef processing workers on strike—agriculture’s not just growing crops, it's breaking headlines. Braeden and Savannah are here to keep you in the know. In the headlines this week: - New research reveals that feeding dairy cows spent hemp biomass could be a viable option, if fed correctly. Learn more here: https://www.morningagclips.com/thc-undetectab...

This week's episode bites, brews and breaks down the biggest headlines in food and agriculture. Braeden and Savannah are back with another episode, and they get real excited about coffee and sweet treats. In the headlines this week: - The Asian Longhorned Tick has been confirmed in more than 20 states and is spreading rapidly to humans and livestock. Learn more here: https://www.agweb.com/news/liv...

Summer is here, which means good vibes and the summer grind are hot topics. The duo is tuning in with updates on corn markets, deportation, and fun food finds. In the headlines this week: - Research confirms California dairy digesters are cutting back emissions. Learn more here: https://www.morningagclips.com/a-california-dairy-tried-to-capture-its-methane-it-worked/ - Corn prices are down and con...

This week on the podcast, we are covering everything from policy and pollinators to bees and biofuels. Braeden and Savannah are ready to chat about what is happening in the world of food and agriculture this week. In the headlines this week: - A Salmonella outbreak has pulled 1.7 million eggs off the shelves across nine states. Learn more here: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/n...

We are back with your ag news fix! Savannah and Braeden are talking viruses, tariffs, and food dyes this week. In the headlines this week: - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has terminated a $776 million federal contract with Moderna to develop an mRNA-based vaccine for H5N1 avian influenza. Learn more here: https://www.agdaily.com/livestock/poultry/hhs-cancels-776m-contract-for-h5...

Big headlines this week from Washington D.C. to the plains! Braeden and Savannah are checking in on all things dairy, diets, and droughts. In the headlines this week: - The American Dairy Coalition (ADC) is raising concerns about the FDA's new "Healthy" labeling rule, claiming it discriminates against natural dairy products. Learn more here: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/news/adc-says-new-healt...

Leaders in agriculture were in action this week across the globe. Braeden and Savannah are back with trending headlines impacting your operation. On the docket today: - Brazil poultry faces highly pathogenic avian influenza, which could impact US corn and soybean exports. - U.S. Soybean farmers can expect more supply chain challenges this year as input costs continue to rise and trade with China i...

Another big week in food and agriculture. Braeden and Savannah are here to break down some top headlines impacting your bottom line. On the docket today: - The FDA just approved the first ever gene-edited pig resistant to PRRS, potentially saving the pork industry billions. Learn more here: https://www.prrsresistantpig.com/2025/04/30/pic-receives-fda-approval-for-technology-used-to-...

Growing season is quickly approaching and researchers recently discovered a new Bt protein that is more powerful. In the weeds - this new protein relies on two receptor pathways, so for a pest to survive, it needs to mutate twice to overcome the Bt protein. - Headline Story: https://www.morningagclips.com/natures-plan-for-delaying-pest-resistance-deciphered/ As always, the pair covered some f...

Farmers market season is quickly approaching! A new report shares farmers markets are a seasonal destination for a majority of Americans because of their health benefits, community connections and economic value. - Headline Story: https://www.morningagclips.com/national-survey-reveals-diverse-benefits-of-farmers-market-attendance/ As always, the pair covered some fun and real stories through quick...

BEEF, and chicken, and pork, and eggs, well PROTEIN, it's what's for dinner. Braeden and Savannah breakdown The Power of Meat Report and some positive news for the protein sector. - Headline Story: https://www.drovers.com/news/industry/consumer-meat-sales-are-higher-ever As always, the pair covered some fun and real stories through quick hits and live reactions. You can expect to learn more about...

A busy week in the food and agriculture industry. Braeden and Savannah cover Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr's  order for the FDA to eliminate the Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) Rule for food ingredients. - Headline Story: https://www.food-safety.com/articles/10208-rfk-jr-directs-fda-to-explore-ways-to-eliminate-gras-rule-for-food-ingredients As always, the pair also covered some fun and...

We are really doing this! Join us for the first ever episode of Magnetic Ag - Ears Edition, where we deep dive into the headlines facing the food & agriculture industry. In this episode, Savannah and Braeden break down the USDA’s latest $30 billion economic and disaster relief plan. And could this be a turning point for ag policy? Not sure if we have the complete answer yet! We also have some...

Big headlines. Wild trends. Industry buzz. We’re breaking it all down so you don’t have to. Whether you're running the farm, grinding through college or just here for the drama, we’ve got you.