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Welcome to Episode 170 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Spokesman reporter Bob Bjoin sits down with Hiro Iwanaga, CEO and co-founder of Talus Renewables, to discuss modular green ammonia systems that could reduce fertilizer costs for Iowa's farmers. These systems are designed to provide locally produced, low-cost fertilizer with a reduced environmental footprint. We also speak with American Farm Bureau economist Danny Munch about the latest USDA farm income forecast and strategies farmers can adopt in today’s challenging economy.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Learn more about the modular green ammonia systems offered by Talus Renewables and Landus.
• American Farm Bureau economist Danny Munch assesses the drop in U.S. net farm income.
• Crop marketing and risk management tips from Iowa Farm Bureau Farmer Education Program Manager Zach Brummer.
• Iowa Farm Bureau’s farm stress management resources for farmers, including a live webinar on September 23.
• Iowa Farm Bureau’s “How to write a post-harvest marketing plan” webinar on November 7.
• Iowa Farm Bureau’s 2024 Iowa Farm Income Tax Webinar on November 18.