Rush Hour Ag

Some episodes stick to the outline... this wasn't one of them. With Elliott's longtime friend from Georgia back in the studio and Corey from Farm4Profit joining the conversation, things quickly went from talking crops to swapping stories, debating farm life, and laughing harder than they probably should have. Sure, you'll hear about cotton, corn, peanuts, and the realities of farming in different...

Before next week's episode, we're taking a moment to celebrate what makes this country so special. This week, we're recognizing America's 250th birthday and celebrating the Fourth of July with family, friends, and the communities that make rural America strong. We're also incredibly proud to celebrate our own Elliott Henderson as he is honored with a Quilt of Valor in recognition of his military s...

He’s back on Rush Hour Ag! Elliott’s friend from Georgia returns to the podcast for another conversation about what agriculture looks like in the South. From cotton and peanuts to corn, we compare farming practices, market challenges, and the realities producers face across different regions of the country. Whether you're farming in Iowa, Georgia, or anywhere in between, you'll find plenty of simi...

Emily Schmitt returns to Rush Hour Ag this week to tackle the conversations agriculture needs to be having right now. From industry challenges to opportunities ahead, this episode delivers the insight, perspective, and straight talk you've been waiting for. Whether you're a farmer, agribusiness professional, or just passionate about the future of agriculture, this is one episode you won't want to...

Land is often a farmer's most valuable asset, but are there opportunities hiding in plain sight that could create additional income without sacrificing productivity? On this episode of Rush Hour Ag, Louie and Elliott sit down with Eric Dinger, founder of Landoption, to discuss how farmers and landowners can navigate the growing world of conservation programs, carbon markets, renewable energy oppor...

Finding conservation funding shouldn't feel like solving a puzzle. In this episode of Rush Hour Ag, Jeff Lucas and Rebekah Jones from the Iowa Agriculture Water Alliance break down Iowa's water quality challenges, farmer-led conservation efforts, and the launch of the new Conservation Compass—a one-stop resource designed to help farmers find, compare, and access conservation cost-share programs. T...

Zach Lahn joins Rush Hour Ag for one of the most fired-up conversations yet, tackling the issues he believes are reshaping the future of Iowa. From farmers getting squeezed by the system, to outside investors buying up Iowa land, to the growing influence of Big Ag and Big Pharma, Zach doesn’t hold back. Louie and Elliott sit down with Zach to discuss his four core priorities: 🌽 Free Iowa’s Farmer...

Louie may have raised four daughters, but Joy Van Wyngarden still gave him a run for his money on this episode of Rush Hour Ag. 😅 Joy joins Louie and Elliott for a conversation that dives into one of the most controversial topics in agriculture today...glyphosate, cancer claims, conservation practices, and the growing disconnect between public perception and what’s actually happening on the farm....

Louie and Elliott sat down with Iowa gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand for a real shop talk conversation about the issues that matter most to farmers heading into this election. Rob answers tough questions about eminent domain, pipelines, property taxes, data centers, rural communities, family farms, ethanol, and the future of agriculture in Iowa...and nothing was off the table. 👇 What issue matte...

Adam Steen joins Rush Hour Ag for a wide-ranging conversation focused on the future of Iowa agriculture, property rights, and the real challenges farmers are facing today. From rising input costs and tight margins to water quality, land use, and the role of government, we dig into what it actually means to lead a state where agriculture drives everything. We also get into the strategy behind his c...

Louie and Elliott sit down with Senator Charlie McClintock to talk about his run for Congress and what’s really at stake for Iowa. They dig into the policies, priorities, and real-world challenges facing farmers, ranchers, and rural communities today - and how those issues are shaping this race. This episode goes beyond the headlines to give you a better understanding of who Charlie is, what he st...

What really happens after livestock leaves the farm? Louie and Elliott sit down with John Hinners from the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) to break down how global meat markets operate, what drives demand overseas, and how international trade directly impacts profitability for America’s farmers and ranchers. From export strategy to market volatility, this conversation connects the dots between...

What’s really happening inside the Iowa Capitol? 👀 Representative Norlin Mommsen joins Rush Hour Ag to break down the latest legislative updates, and he doesn’t hold back. Known as one of the true “truth tellers,” Norlin cuts through the noise and gives a real, unfiltered look at the politics, pressure, and behind-the-scenes drama shaping agriculture policy today. From what’s actually getting don...

What if the future of nitrogen doesn’t come from a plant… but from biology? In this episode of Rush Hour Ag, Elliott and Louie sit down with Travis Frey, Ph. D., Chief Technology Officer at Pivot Bio, to talk about the next evolution of crop nutrition - and how farmers can start thinking differently about nitrogen. The conversation also dives into how Pivot Bio is scaling this technology, what the...

Did you think that was Santa Claus? 🎅 It’s not… It’s just lobbyist Gary Grant! Elliott and Louie sit down with Gary on Rush Hour Ag for a deep dive legislative update straight from the Iowa Capitol - and this one pulls back the curtain in a big way. They unpack what’s actually happening behind closed doors in ag policy, how decisions are really being made, and why farmers need to be paying attent...

Fertilizer markets are heating up again, and it’s not just supply and demand anymore. We sat down with Josh Linville from StoneX to break down what’s really driving fertilizer prices right now, from global conflicts and shipping disruptions to energy markets and government policy. If you're making input decisions this season, this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss. We cover what’s happeni...

How much of today’s ag policy is actually helping… and how much is just adding pressure on farmers? Recorded live at Commodity Classic, Louie & Elliott sit down with Liz Haney of Soil Regen and Gunther “Gunny” Kreps of AgXplore to dig into one of the most talked-about (and misunderstood) topics in agriculture right now - water quality and conservation. This conversation goes beyond the headlines....

What actually happens to your corn after it leaves the bin? 🌽 At Commodity Classic inside the John Deere booth, Louie Zumbach and Elliott Henderson sat down with Andrew Brandt, Director of Trade Policy at the U.S. Grains Council, to talk about the global chess match behind U.S. agriculture. The U.S. Grains Council works around the world to promote American corn, ethanol, sorghum, and barley while...

NCGA President Jed Bower joined us at Commodity Classic in Texas — and he didn’t hold back. From calling himself a “bully in D.C.” for corn growers to breaking down the real status of year-round E15, the Farm Bill, and the policy battles shaping agriculture’s future, this was a candid conversation about what advocacy actually looks like. We dug into how NCGA operates differently than checkoff prog...

Next week we’re headed to Commodity Classic, and it’s more than just another ag event. Elliott will be serving as a delegate for the Iowa Corn Growers Association at the National Corn Growers Association meeting, representing Iowa farmers in the policy conversations that shape our industry. Louie? He’ll be shadowing Rachel, connecting with industry pros… and probably doing a little boot shopping a...

Is Washington about to tip the scales in favor of cotton country? In this episode of Rush Hour Ag, Louie and Elliott break down the Buying American Cotton Act of 2025 and what it could mean far beyond the cotton fields of the South. The bill aims to increase demand for U.S.-grown cotton through tax incentives — but it raises a bigger question for agriculture: If policy can boost cotton, could (or...

Ryan Kelly (Wititan2) is back on Rush Hour Ag because the conversation was far from over. Elliott and Louie dig even deeper into the realities farmers are facing — and start talking about actual solutions, not just problems. They break down Section 180, why cash is still king in today’s ag economy, and what ongoing company mergers are doing to competition across the industry. They also talk about...

This week on Rush Hour Ag, Elliott Henderson sits down in the studio with Ryan Kelly — known online as @Wititan2 — for a no-nonsense conversation about Big Ag and the real impacts it’s having on small farmers across the country. With Louie tuning in from Mission, Texas, the trio digs into industry consolidation, policy pressures, and the challenges family farms are facing today. Ryan brings firsth...

Venezuela continues to make headlines, but what does it actually mean for agriculture, energy, and global markets? On this episode of Rush Hour AG, we’re joined by Mike Rohlfsen and Jeff Kazin from Agris Academy to break down what’s happening in Venezuela, why it matters, and how global political instability can ripple through commodities, trade, and farm profitability. This conversation cuts thro...

Biochar is showing up everywhere - from soil health conversations to carbon markets and ag policy discussions. Zack Farr joins the Rush Hour Ag Podcast to cut through the noise and explain what biochar actually is, why it’s gaining momentum, and where it realistically fits into modern farming systems. The conversation dives into carbon sequestration, sustainability claims, water retention, and whe...