View From the Farm

With abundant rainfall, this year’s corn and soybean crops are looking good as harvest creeps closer. Plus an update on weed control and crop disease, a drought-less Missouri, ag tariff and trade talk, and a look ahead to the State Fair.

After an update on planting progress and the weather, Ben talks about the tariff situation and its impacts for agriculture. Plus, a look at benefits for farmer veterans, historically and now.

Taking a look at some key issues in the beef industry right now, plus discussion about the ECAP economic payments, finding the right farm size and rains impact for planting progress after a fast start.

Diving into the latest national cattle inventory numbers, the lowest since 1951, and when we might see herd expansion. Also, sorting through the EPA’s final herbicide strategy and what it might mean for farmers. Plus, some talk about the brutal cold across the Midwest.

Taking a look at the importance of ethanol, biodiesel and renewable diesel for corn and soybean farmers. Also, talking about story planning meetings, harvest progress and a dry autumn on the farm.

Talking about the dry weather for harvest, a drought and pasture update, and a look at the estate tax and how it can impact family farms.

With harvest rolling, Ben takes a look at harvest progress numbers, drought conditions and shares updates from a farmer on his expectations for the crop. Plus, with Pork Month coming up, a look at the pork industry.

Ben talks about his recent trip out West, and the variety of agriculture he saw. Plus an update on drought and weather conditions, harvest on the doorstep, and a look at farmer consumer education and outreach efforts.

The latest Cattle on Feed numbers indicate heifer retention and cattle industry expansion haven’t started on a national scale yet. Also, looking at hot weather and whether soybeans’ modest climb might be the start of something. Plus hogs make a rally, State Fair preview, and a look at university research farms.

Breaking down the latest WASDE report and what it says about projected corn and soybean production, plus a look at flooding along the major rivers and updates on the crops and pastures.

The USDA released the latest planting numbers, and it included surprising totals for corn acreage. Also, a summer travel look at the Pony Express Museum and its history, a youth in livestock feature, and cooling livestock buildings with recirculated groundwater.

Ben is in a good mood after a nice, timely rain on the farm. Taking a broader look at weather conditions and crop progress, then a dive into what the numbers say about productivity trends for the last 70 years of U.S. agriculture. And a feature on restoring old tractors.

Taking stock of the crops and markets as hot weather arrives, plus a look at farm conservation and land stewardship, land drainage management strategies, bagged feed use in dairies, and wishing a happy Fathers Day to farm dads.

Taking a look at how American and European agriculture compare, as well as how recent rains have slowed planting progress. Plus a report on a livestock auctioneer contest and a look at farm radio.

Planting got off to a quick start, but a rainy weather pattern may slow things down for a while. Also, diving into cattle on feed numbers and what they show about trying to get cattle industry expansion going.

Talking about early spring planting trends, land values, and farm history through the lens of the Mississippi River and a Century Farm. Plus some weed control talk.

Setting the table for spring planting as April arrives, a good Easter weekend, and a look at irrigation trends.

Talking about virtual fence and the potential it could have to save labor on strip grazing systems, as well as a cover crop update, driving farm equipment on rural roads and a look at farm labor.

Taking a look at farm profitability expectations across the sectors of agriculture, and what could drive them up or down. Also, talking about rural vitality and the importance of healthy small towns.

March’s arrival brings anticipation of spring. Taking a look at livestock and crop market news, export trends, dry conditions, as well as a profile of the Missouri Soybean Association president and a look at classes for women in agriculture.

Taking a look at Mississippi River levels and what it means for ag exports, as well as issues with dry conditions at the Panama Canal. Also, the USDA released the Census of Agriculture numbers, and a discussion about the ideal time to plant soybeans.

Taking a look at agriculture in the states of Missouri and California, in honor of the Super Bowl. Also looking ahead to FFA week and the Western Farm Show, as well as the coming release of Census of Agriculture data.

Taking a look at trends in ag trade with China, the latest USDA cattle inventory numbers (dipping to historic lows), and looking ahead to next week’s stories.

The cattle industry is looking to expand, but what obstacles will forage availability and higher interest rates provide? Ag economists are expecting a gradual expansion. Also, what goes into selecting and developing replacement heifers? Plus a look at an outside-the-box approach to selecting replacement heifers. We also start the episode with a nod to the great opportunity American agriculture has...

Taking a look at what goes into good farm succession planning, why gradual transitions work well, finding non-family farm successors. Also talking about the perspective of a young cattle producer and taking a quick look at the latest Cattle on Feed report.