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Wylie AgCastInside Wylie Manufacturing: People Come First, with Stephen Rankin | The Wylie AgCastWelcome to the Wylie AgCast!! In this episode of the Wylie AgCast, we go behind the scenes of Wylie Manufacturing with Vice President of Manufacturing & Operations Stephen Rankin. We break down manufacturing from the user's perspective, the engineering process behind Wylie equipment, and why building products that are "too good" has always been the standard. The conversation also covers supplying equipment for agriculture, municipalities, government agencies, and military applications, where quality and reliability matter most. We dive into supply chain challenges, precision technology advancements, and how Wylie is creating long-term career opportunities through partnerships with...
2026-01-1342 min
Wylie AgCastTeeJet Technologies & A Masterclass in Application with Aaron Miller | The Wylie AgCastWelcome to the Wylie AgCast!! In this episode of the Wylie AgCast, we sit down with Regional Sales Manager for TeeJet Technologies, Mr. Aaron Miller. We break down the tech that's transforming modern agriculture, including ISOBUS electronics, PWM systems, TeeJet DynaJet, and emerging VISION plant-recognition technology designed to reduce chemical costs and boost accuracy. Aaron also shares insights on the award-winning FM9380 electromagnetic flow meter, application equipment differences, agronomy basics, and the science behind droplet size, nutrients, biologicals, and systemic vs. contact products. From growing up on a farm to helping shape some...
2025-12-0959 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast on Site: A Conversation with Navy SEAL Clint BruceWe packed the studio up and headed to Hot Springs for this episode. Catch up with us on the trade show floor as we discuss all the action from the 91st Annual State Convention. We also have a great discussion with Clint Bruce, Navy SEAL and former NFL player, before his keynote address at the event. Get it here on the state’s only weekly ag news program, the Arkansas AgCast.
2025-12-0450 minArkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: Dr. Calvin White Jr.On this Deep Dive edition of the Arkansas AgCast, we sit down with Dr. Calvin White Jr., provost and executive vice chancellor at Arkansas State University, on location during the Catalyst event in Jonesboro. We discuss how Arkansas agriculture is evolving, its impact on rural communities and how collaboration can strengthen the industry for all Arkansans. Dr. White shares insights on the university’s role innovation, rural revitalization and preparing the next generation of ag leaders through initiatives like A-State’s new College of Veterinary Medicine.
2025-11-1451 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: 2025 ArFB State Resolutions MeetingOn this episode of the Arkansas AgCast, we’re in Hot Springs for ArFB’s 2025 Resolutions Committee meeting. We sit down with Monroe County farmer Bo Mason to discuss the policy-making process and the important role the meeting plays in our process.
2025-11-0622 min
Wylie AgCastLife and Agriculture in the Rio Grande Valley with Darryl Richmond | The Wylie AgCastWelcome to the Wylie AgCast!! In this episode of the Wylie AgCast, we sit down with Darryl Richmond, Regional Manager of the Rio Grande Valley, to talk about what makes farming in South Texas unique. From the challenges of water availability along the Mexico border to the distinct farming conditions in the Valley, Darryl shares how his team continues to adapt, collaborate, and thrive. He also highlights the strong connection between Wylie's Progreso and Raymondville locations, where a seamless partnership and shared work ethic have built one of the most unified teams in the company.
2025-11-0359 minArkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: The State of the Arkansas Row Crop Economy with Dr. Hunter BiramOn this episode of the Arkansas AgCast, we discuss why row crop farmers in the state are weathering one of their most challenging years in decades. In 2025, falling commodity prices, stubbornly high input costs and tightening credit are pushing farm income deep into the red for a third straight season. Listen as Dr. Hunter Biram breaks down the numbers behind the row crop economy and what’s driving the rise in farm bankruptcies across the region. We also explore how government support programs are providing partial relief, what new policy proposals could mean for the year ahead and where fa...
2025-10-3035 min
Wylie AgCastJason Johnson - Growth Community & Building Opportunities | The Wylie AgCastWelcome to the Wylie AgCast!! In this episode of the Wylie AgCast, we sit down with Jason Johnson, Wylie's Vice President of HR & Safety, to talk about what makes Wylie more than just an equipment company. From our commitment to the ag community to creating careers in manufacturing and agriculture, Jason shares how Wylie is investing in people, fostering leadership, and building a culture rooted in innovation and safety. This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how Wylie continues to grow, lead, and make an impact in the industries we serve. Chapters: 00:00...
2025-09-0837 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: Arkansas Farm Trail Farmer ConversationOn this episode of the Arkansas AgCast, we’re putting a spotlight on the Arkansas Farm Trail, ArFB’s passport program designed to connect Arkansans with local farms and food. Host John McMinn sits down with Margie Raimondo of Urbana Farmstead, one of the farmers participating in the program, to get her “boots on the ground” perspective.Margie shares her unique journey into agriculture, the story behind Urbana Farmstead and how the Arkansas Farm Trail is helping her reach new customers while educating the public about where their food comes from. She also discusses the cooking classes she’s le...
2025-09-0532 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: 2025 Cattle Industry OutlookOn this Deep Dive episode of the Arkansas AgCast, we shift our focus to the state’s livestock industry and sit down with Dr. James Mitchell, assistant professor and livestock economist with the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. We discuss current cattle inventory levels in Arkansas, ongoing challenges with hay quality and supply, and the economic pressures from rising production costs. Mitchell also breaks down the latest federal legislation and what it means for ranchers and whether conditions are right to start rebuilding cattle herds.
2025-07-3127 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: 2025 Arkansas Rice Crop OutlookOn this episode of the AgCast Deep Dive series, UA Extension rice agronomist Dr. Jarrod Hardke offers an in-depth look at the 2025 rice crop. Hardke explains how persistent rains this year have disrupted planting and application schedules, and what that means for total acreage. He also talks about what growers should expect with yield and milling quality and provides advice to help farmers navigate the challenges ahead.
2025-06-2755 min
Wylie AgCastHeath Houston - Ag, Oil and the Wholesale Market | The Wylie AgCastWelcome to the Wylie AgCast!! In this episode of the Wylie AgCast, we sit down with Heath Houston to explore the future of agriculture, oil, and clean energy—and how Wylie is leading the way. From major shifts in wholesale and oilfield operations to game-changing tech like the VersaTrail Dual Precision Sprayer, this conversation covers it all. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:45 - Meet Heath: His Story & the Wholesale World 05:49 - Why Customer Service Is Key in 2025 07:02 - Adapting to Ag: Navigating an Industry in Constant Motion 08:38...
2025-06-0544 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: 2025 Legislative Session RecapOn this episode of the AgCast Deep Dive series, we sit down with Jay Robbins and Mark Lambert from Arkansas Farm Bureau’s public affairs and government relations team to break down the 2025 legislative session. They discuss key achievements from the 95th General Assembly, including improvements to sales tax ID processes, protections for poultry growers and expanded veterinary telehealth access. Catch this episode and get a behind-the-scenes look into how policy work impacts Arkansas agriculture.
2025-05-2938 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: Farming, Stress & Mental HealthIn this special Mental Health Awareness Month edition of the AgCast Deep Dive, host Jason Brown sits down with Jennifer James, a fourth-generation farmer, and Haley Mills, a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner with deep ag roots of her own. Together, they explore the intersection of mental health and agriculture — what’s changed over the generations, what challenges persist and how farmers can prioritize their well-being.Our guests shed light on the unique stressors faced by rural communities and farm families, the evolving perceptions of mental health in agriculture and the importance of breaking the stigma around seeking help. List...
2025-05-1538 minArkansas AgCastA New Threat to Arkansas Strawberries, China Takes Hard Stance on U.S. Grain Imports and Much MoreThis week on the Arkansas AgCast, the EPA releases its long-awaited final insecticide strategy with key changes aimed at balancing species protection and farmer flexibility. We’ll break down what’s new and how industry leaders are responding. Plus, a destructive fungal disease is threatening Arkansas strawberry fields. Hear what experts are saying and how growers are adapting.In global ag news, China makes it clear they won’t rely on U.S. grain imports anytime soon. And good news for summer travelers - E15 fuel is sticking around. Catch it here on the state’s only weekly a...
2025-05-0154 minArkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: Soybean Season Outlook with Dr. Jeremy RossOn this episode of AgCast’s Deep Dive series, host John McMinn sits down with Dr. Jeremy Ross, extension agronomist for soybeans with the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture. As planting season hits full swing across Arkansas Dr. Ross shares insights on how the 2025 soybean season is shaping up, including the impact of recent flooding, crop damage, and what farmers can expect moving forward.Hear reflections on last year’s record-breaking yields, predictions for the 2025 season and practical advice for producers navigating weather-related challenges. Catch it here on the state’s only weekly ag news program, the Arkans...
2025-04-2451 minArkansas AgCastUSDA Cancels Climate-Smart Program, Arkansas Flood Damage Estimates Top $78 Million and Much MoreOn this episode of the Arkansas AgCast, we cover the USDA's replacement of the Climate-Smart Commodities program, and a new requirement that at least 65% of funds from the program will directly benefit producers. We also detail the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture's estimate of $78.9 million in crop damage from recent flooding, with rice and soybeans accounting for most flooded acres. We discuss the potential negative economic impacts on Arkansas soybean, corn and cottonseed producers from a possible ban on seed oils for human consumption. Finally, we touch on the key updates from the April 2025 WASDE report for major...
2025-04-1852 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: Introducing the Arkansas Farm TrailOn this episode, we invited host-turned-guest John McMinn to dish up the details about ArFB’s new Arkansas Farm Trail. John shared details on all 22 farms on the trail, gave his takes on what you should be buying as you take on the trail and outlined the prizes up for grabs. Catch it here on the state’s only weekly ag news program, the Arkansas AgCast.REMINDER: We're hosting the first-ever Arkansas AgCast Bracket Challenge this year and we want all our listeners to join. The winner will receive an autographed photo of John McMinn and some ArFB...
2025-03-1346 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: Previewing the Arkansas Corn CropOn this episode, Jason Kelley, U of A extension agronomist, joins the show to talk about the Arkansas’ corn crop. We look back at what went right, and not-so-right, last year. Plus, we talk about the decisions farmers can make this growing season to save costs. Catch it here on the state’s only weekly ag news program, the Arkansas AgCast.
2025-03-0627 min
Wylie AgCastWylie AgCast TrailerWelcome to Wylie AgCast, your go-to podcast for everything agriculture, straight from the fields. Whether you're a farmer, ag business owner, or industry professional, we bring you the latest trends, innovations, and challenges shaping modern farming. Each episode dives into cutting-edge ag technology, sustainable practices, business strategies, and the manufacturing processes that keep the industry running. As a manufacturing company deeply rooted in agriculture, we take you behind the scenes to explore the equipment, technology, and people driving ag forward. If it's part of the ag world—we're talking about it. Stay ahead of the cu...
2025-02-2000 minArkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: Avian Influenza ExplainerOn the first episode of 2025, we invited Jared Garrett in the studio to discuss the ongoing battle against Avian Influenza in Arkansas. Jared tells us about the disease, how it impacts poultry and how farmers are working to protect their flocks. Get it here on the state’s only weekly ag news program, the Arkansas AgCast.
2025-01-0918 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: The State of the Farm EconomyOn this last episode of 2024, we used this Deep Dive to recap the year’s financial challenges for farmers. We invited UA ag economist, Dr. Hunter Biram, on the show to give an in-depth look at the factors that have led to an estimated loss of $30 billion for American farmers. He shares data on commodity prices, interest rates, input costs, and other factors to paint a clear picture of how we got to this situation. We also ask Hunter a crucial question for Arkansas agriculture - will we lose farmers due to financial impacts in 2025? It’s all on the...
2024-12-2048 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast on Site at the 2024 Annual State ConventionWe packed the studio up and headed to Hot Springs for this episode. Catch up with us on the trade show floor as we discuss all the action from the 90th Annual State Convention. We also have a great discussion with Field of Dreams star Dwier Brown before his keynote address at the event. Get it here on the state’s only weekly ag news program, the Arkansas AgCast.
2024-12-051h 00
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: 2024 Thanksgiving Dinner Cost SurveyIn this episode, ArFB’s Jared Garrett breaks down the average cost of Thanksgiving dinner. We tell you what’s more expensive, which ingredients have dropped in price and how much you should expect to pay per person to feed your crew. Get it here on the state’s only weekly ag news program, the Arkansas AgCast.
2024-11-2121 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: 2024 ArFB State Resolutions MeetingFor this special episode, we’re at the Hot Springs Convention Center for ArFB’s 2024 Resolutions Committee meeting. We sit down with Mississippi County farmer Heath Donner to discuss the policy-making process and how the resolutions meeting plays a role. Get it here on the state’s only weekly ag news program, the Arkansas AgCast.
2024-11-0633 min
Arkansas AgCastThe AgCast on Site at the Arkansas State FairWe took the show on the road this week, with our mobile studio set up in Cattle Barn 3 at the Arkansas State Fair. It may be a little louder (and smellier) than usual, but we still have the ag news that matters on your farm. Plus, John McMinn takes his “microphone” to visit a few students showing animals to experience the agriculture side of the fair. It’s all here on this episode of the state’s only weekly ag news program, the Arkansas AgCast.
2024-10-1749 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive | Interest Rate Drops, Commodity Markets and MoreThe Fed lowered interest rates by a half-point this week and Ryan Loy has the details on how the move could impact the Arkansas agriculture industry. We also talked with Ryan about the current commodity market conditions and how factors like a widening basis at Mississippi River ports could further impact prices. It’s all here on the state’s only weekly ag news podcast, the Arkansas AgCast.
2024-09-1941 minArkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: A Regulatory RoundupOn the latest episode of the Arkansas AgCast, ArFB ag economist Tyler Oxner discusses the long list of regulatory actions taken by the federal government recently and their impact on Arkansas farmers. In many cases, these regulations are issued among hundreds of pages, making it difficult for farmers to track. The ArFB Commodities and Regulatory Affairs team compiled a list of some of the more impactful regulations in its latest Ag Insider and Tyler breaks it all down for us. To read the Ag Insider, click here.
2024-07-1829 minArkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: USDA Proposes Changes to Poultry Farmer Payment SystemOn the latest episode of the Arkansas AgCast, Jared Garrett, ArFB staffer, joins us to discuss the changes USDA has proposed to the payment and capital improvement system for poultry farmers. We learn a bit about how the system has worked in the past, what changes are proposed and how those changes are proposed to improve the current system.
2024-07-1113 minArkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: Summer 2024 Farm Bill Update with Sen. BoozmanSen. John Boozman joined the AgCast from Washington D.C. this week to discuss the Farm Bill framework he recently released with GOP colleagues in the Senate Ag Committee. We discuss the updates and additions he proposed for the Farm Bill, plus the areas of bipartisan common ground. We also asked if he predicts a new Farm Bill or another extension in 2024. Watch or listen to get the latest from the ranking member of the Senate Ag Committee.
2024-06-1918 minArkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive | Brandon Wolfe, Farmer and Mental Health ProfessionalIn recognition of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, we wanted to produce a Deep Dive episode dedicated to the impact of mental health challenges on the farm while sharing resources available to help anyone who may be struggling. We invited Brandon Wolfe, clinical therapist and cattle rancher, to join the podcast to talk about the unique issues farmers face. Brandon gives us a step-by-step look at the process of finding help to fit your needs. In true AgCast style, we have some fun along the way, and you know we covered the subject of food, too. Give this...
2024-05-2228 minArkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: Catching Up with Congressman CrawfordRep. Rick Crawford stopped by the AgCast studio to share updates on his work in D.C. On this Deep Dive episode, we talk about his leadership of the Ag Labor Working Group within the House Ag Committee. Rep. Crawford walks us through the recommendations of that group, how those could become a reality for farmers and the significance of bi-partisan agreement in this age of politics. We also talk about his aspirations for additional leadership in the U.S. House of Representatives and much more.
2024-04-1916 minArkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: Catching Up with Congressman WestermanCongressman Bruce Westerman stopped by the AgCast studio to share some updates on his work in D.C. On this Deep Dive episode, we talk about his work as chair of the House Natural Resources Committee and how that’s beneficial to the Natural State. In addition, we recap the impact his America’s Wildlife Habitat Conservation Act will have on local communities and their ability to manage wildlife habitat. We’ll also cover the recent Energy Week legislation passed by the Natural Resources Committee and much more.
2024-04-1226 minArkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive with Glen HowieOn this AgCast Deep Dive episode, we are joined by state broadband director, Glen Howie, to take a closer look at the recently-announced $1 billion grant for broadband expansion in the state. Glen shares the details of how the funds will be used, when we should expect to see action and offers a way for the state's farmers and ranchers to get involved in their home counties. For background on the funding, see the recent news here: https://senate.arkansas.gov/senate-news/posts/2023/july/arkansas-to-receive-1-billion-for-broadband-expansion/#:~:text=LITTLE%20ROCK%20%E2%80%93%20Arkansas%20officials%20announced,intend%20to%20spend%20the%20funds.
2023-07-2725 minArkansas AgCastAgCast Deep Dive: Sales Tax Exemption with Tyler OxnerThis week, we're bringing another AgCast Deep Dive to explore the impacts of sales tax exemption for Arkansas farmers and ranchers. We welcome guest Tyler Oxner, economist here at ArFB, to take a closer look at a recent Ag Insider he co-authored that outlines the economics of the state's exemptions for row crop and livestock producers. Give it a listen!
2023-07-0615 minArkansas AgCastUSDA funding, Lastest Action from the State Capitol, & MoreOn this week’s episode of the Arkansas AgCast, we share some new details on the USDA funding for rice growers, recap the latest action from the state capitol and a ton more all on today’s episode of the Arkansas AgCast
2023-01-2133 minArkansas AgCastAgcast | Crop Losses, Appointment of Arkansas Secretary of AgricultureOn today's episode of the Arkansas AgCast, we celebrate the re-appointment of Arkansas Ag Secretary Wes Ward and cover the losses for row crop farmers in 2022 and we'll recap some encouraging data on for rural communities.
2022-12-1623 minArkansas AgCastArkansas AgCast - Farm Family Of The Year, Convention Recap, And Drones On FarmsOn today's episode of the Arkansas AgCast, we'll recap ArFB's state convention elections and priorities, share an exciting award for drone research at the U of A division of ag and we wrap up with an overview of the Arkansas Farm Family of the Year program.
2022-12-1646 minArkansas AgCastArkansas Agcast | State Convention, Avian Flu Updates, & Railroad Worker StrikeThis week Arkansas Agcast comes to you a day early from the Hot Springs Convention Center where we are hosting our Annual State Convention. Listen in to get updates on current Ag news and to hear from Jeff McClure about all things convention. There's still time for you to make out for all that's happening at the convention this year!
2022-11-3030 minArkansas AgCastArkansas AgCast Thanksgiving Dinner, State ConventionOn today's episode of the Arkansas AgCast, we'll talk about how much you should plan to spend when shopping for Thanksgiving dinner. We also have lots of information on the upcoming state convention and will cover a few important ag topics along the way. Join us!
2022-11-1730 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Extra! Advocating For AgFor this bonus episode of the Arkansas AgCast, Jana Carroll is fresh off her graduation from the American Farm Bureau's Women's Communications Bootcamp. She joins us to share pointers on how to effectively advocate for the agriculture industry in your own voice.
2022-03-3127 min
Maritime AgCastEpisode 24: Season 1 RecapHost Brad McCallum, Agri-Commodity Management Association (ACMA), chats with Ashley Anderson, Maritime AgCast Producer, and repeat-guest Amy Higgins, Maritime Beef Council, about how the podcast came to be and highlighting this season’s episodes, with a look ahead to season 2.
Producer:
Ashley Anderson (ACMA)
7 Atlantic Central Drive
East Mountain, Nova Scotia, B6L 2Z2
(902) 893-7455
Visit us: agricommodity.ca
Follow us: Facebook and Twitter: @MaritimeAgCast
Email us at: aanderson@agricommodity.ca or bmccallum@agricommodity.ca
Host: Brad McCallum
Edited by: Ashley Anderson of ACMA
Music: “Neon Ligh...
2021-08-1734 min
UTIAgAgCast: COVID and Mental HealthThe coronavirus pandemic has been a health and financial crisis, and that also greatly impacts our mental well-being. It’s difficult dealing with the stress many of us face daily. In this episode of AgCast, Charles Denney visits with UT Extension experts who share tips to help improve your outlook.
2020-09-0104 minUTIAgAgCast: Return to CampusAt some point, classes will restart at the University of Tennessee - with plans for in-person lectures and a return to normal campus life. In this episode of AgCast, leaders of UT's Herbert College of Agriculture are making plans to keep students and faculty safe from the spread of COVID while school goes on and what the new version of college will look like.
2020-08-0405 min
Maritime AgCastEpisode 0: Introduction of Maritime AgCast - July 27, 2020Episode Description
Brad McCallum, Agri-Commodity Management Association, introduces Maritime AgCast, the industry’s newest podcast based on discussions of important topics for livestock farmers with local, regional and national guests.
Maritime AgCast is set to launch Tuesday, September 8th, 2020.
Producer:
Ashley Anderson (ACMA)
7 Atlantic Central Drive
East Mountain, Nova Scotia, B6L 2Z2
(902) 893-7455
Visit us: agricommodity.ca
Follow us: Facebook and Twitter: @MaritimeAgCast
Email us at: aanderson@agricommodity.ca or bmccallum@agricommodity.ca
Host: Brad McCallum...
2020-07-2801 minUTIAgAgCast: COVID-19's Economic ImpactIn this episode of AgCast, with people out of work, and some businesses still closed, COVID-19 has a far-reaching economic impact. UT’s Institute of Agriculture is working to help during this time. Charles Denney has more on surviving COVID financially on the farm, and around your kitchen table.
2020-06-0205 minUTIAgAgCast: Masks of LoveWith this life pause. comes the calling to help in this coronavirus situation. Across Tennessee, hundreds of people are sewing masks to donate in this time of equipment shortages. In this episode of AgCast, Charles Denney reports on “Masks of Love,” and how a kind movement to protect others grew rapidly online.
2020-04-2906 min
UTIAgAgCast: One HealthIn this episode of AgCast,The University of Tennessee System and UTIA are working to slow the spread of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases. Long before we'd heard of coronavirus, UT formed the One Health Initiative. Here's more on the effort to combine science, research and veterinary medicine to save human lives.
2020-04-1405 min
UTIAgAgCast: Hempin' Ain't EasyThere’s a huge movement in Tennessee agriculture with many people planning to grow – or already producing – hemp. In this episode of AgCast, Charles Denney show us how UTIA is helping growers learn about production techniques, marketing and even the legalities of this new crop.
2020-04-0705 minUTIAgAgCast: Social Distancing OutdoorsEvents are postponed, schools shut down, restaurants doing only takeout and church services have gone online It's the world we live in as we deal with COVID-19, but there are things we can do to improve our mental outlook. In this episode of, AgCast, Charles Denney has more on social distancing, while still enjoying nature and outdoor exercise.
2020-03-3106 minUTIAgAgCast: 4-H ReunionMore than 10,000 young Tennesseans graduate from University of Tennessee Extension's 4-H program each year. That adds up to having 4-H alumni statewide also numbering in the thousands, including past 4-H'ers of all ages. In this episode of "AgCast," we visit a reunion older folks reliving their younger days as a 4-Her. We catch up and reminisce at an event in Lebanon, Tennessee.
2020-03-2406 min
UTIAgAgCast: The Physics of the Free ThrowEven though March Madness is on hiatus this year, this episode of AgCast explores a cool class at the University of Tennessee that examines, "The Physics of the Free Throw."
2020-03-1705 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Special Edition: ArFB Convention 2019This week's AgCast was recorded at the 85th annual Arkansas Farm Bureau Convention in Little Rock, and features a variety of interviews with experts, speakers and Farm Bureau leaders and members on the most important issues facing agriculture in the state.
2019-12-061h 01
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Weekly, 8/29 Episode: Visiting a Vet & Talking Hops as a CropOn this week's Arkansas AgCast, we visit a large animal vet in Morrilton and talk with UA Extension Horticulture Specialist Amanda McWhirt about the possibility of growing hops in Arkansas to support the state's burgeoning craft beer industry.
2019-08-2927 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Weekly, Episode 1: Soybean Season UpdateThis week’s AgCast focuses on soybeans. Arkansas soybean growers have faced a lot of challenges in 2019, from weather to trade wars, so we talked to some experts to see where things stand as we enter harvest season. First up, Keith Sutton talks to Derek Haigwood, a soybean farmer from Newport who is chairman of the U.S. Soybean Export Council and member of the United Soybean Board of Directors. Derek talks about the troubled season and the importance of the U.S. Soybean Sustainability Assurance Protocol, or SSAP. Also, Ken Moore speaks with Dr. Jeremy Ross, Extension Soybean Agronomist, ab...
2019-08-2236 min
Arkansas AgCastAgcast: ArFB's Matt King on the Market Facilitation ProgramPresident Donald Trump recently authorized a second round of Market Facilitation Program payments to farmers and ranchers to offset economic losses due to the ongoing trade dispute with China and loss of that important market. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, Matt King, Director of National Affairs for Arkansas Farm Bureau, encourages producers to sign up for the payments before the deadline in December and explains why exporting our agricultural products is necessary to maintain a viable ag economy.
2019-08-1209 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: Solar Energy For AgSolar arrays are beginning to become more visible on farms and ranches across Arkansas, especially on crop farms in the Delta as farmers are realizing the cost savings and benefits of solar energy. One of the leading firms helping farmers make the switch is Seal Solar, headquartered in North Little Rock. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, Seal Solar co-founders Josh Davenport and Heather Nelson, explain how solar arrays are efficient and cost-effective power generating systems that may one day become commonplace on many agricultural operations.
2019-08-0522 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: Congressman Rick Crawford onThe August Congressional recess has begun and First District Congressman Rick Crawford kicked off his annual farm tour by participating in a roundtable discussion of issues affecting the 2019 farm economy with farmers and ranchers in Lonoke. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, Crawford shares his thoughts on the tariff war with China, how African Swine Fever in China is impacting the need for U.S. soybeans and why Arkansas farmers may need to “diversify their ag portfolio."
2019-07-3009 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: An Interview Phil Tappe of UAM ForestryIn 2018, the University of Arkansas at Monticello upgraded its forestry and agriculture programs by combining them and creating the College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources. And more changes are on the horizon. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, Dr. Phil Tappe, dean of the college and director of the Arkansas Forest Resources Center explains how UAM has become the only university in the state with an accredited forestry program and why it is working hard to become the destination for students seeking to enter the timber and forest resources industry.
2019-07-1216 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: Arkansas Cotton UpdateBy Memorial Day weekend, only half of Arkansas’ cotton acreage for 2019 had been planted, but as cotton extension agronomist Bill Robertson tells us, figures obtained by the Arkansas Boll Weevil Eradication Program show planted cotton acres now exceed 580,000. That means this is the fourth year of increased cotton acreage and the highest planted acreage since 2012. Learn more in this edition of Arkansas AgCast.
2019-07-0806 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: Feral Hog UpdateDamage to property caused by wild or feral hogs in Arkansas is getting worse. Efforts to trap and kill the destructive swine the past 10 years has had modest success, but they continue to reproduce and move across the state. Fourth District Congressman Bruce Westerman led a roundtable discussion July 1 in Ashley County involving representatives of state agencies and Arkansas Farm Bureau to receive a briefing on the problem and how $75 million USDA is offering to fund pilot projects included in the 2018 Farm Bureau may be utilized to enhance the eradication and control efforts in Arkansas and other states. In this...
2019-07-0307 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: A Total LossJessica Hamilton and her husband, Cory, farm in the Paris Bottoms of the Arkansas River in Logan County. Tragically, the couple lost their entire crop of wheat, corn and soybeans when a federal levee along the river was breached. Rushing water from the breach overtopped a secondary levee, ensuring the destruction of all crops, forcing livestock out and damaging ag buildings. Hear their story in our latest AgCast.
2019-06-1314 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: Army Corps on Arkansas River FloodingHeavy rain in Oklahoma this past week is entering the Arkansas River basin and will result in another historic flooding event, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and National Weather Service. The Corps is warning farmers, ranchers and property owners in the River Valley to take steps now to protect their livestock and property. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, Laurie Driver, Public Affairs Specialist for the Corps of Engineers in Little Rock, describes how severe the flooding is expected to be and why and what farmers and property owners should do to prepare for it.
2019-05-2307 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: A Legislative RecapThe 92nd Session of theArkansas General Assembly concluded recently and State Representatives Lane Jean and David Fielding were recognized by the Columbia County Farm Bureau at an appreciation dinner. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, representatives Jean and Fielding discuss some of the legislation that was passed that will benefit agriculture and their rural constituents.
2019-05-1707 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: Moms on the FarmArkansas Agcast visited with Janeal Yancy, a meat scientist with the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture, who leads the "Moms on the Farm" program. She takes groups of mothers on farm tours to learn firsthand how food is produced and how it gets from farm to table.
2019-05-0906 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: New Arkansas FFA President Anna MathisA new Arkansas FFA Officer Team has been elected and installed to lead the organization for the next year. Anna Mathis of Valley Springs in Boone County was elected president during the recent annual convention in Hot Springs. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, she shares her feelings about receiving the support of FFA student delegates across the state and her goals for the organization going forward.
2019-05-0803 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: Talking FieldWatch with Vic FordA new online pilot program known as CropCheck is being offered in partnership between FieldWatch and the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast Victor Ford, Interim Associate Director for Agriculture and Natural Resources with the Division of Agriculture, explains FieldWatch and describes how the CropCheck program could help farmers prevent damage to their neighbor’s crops caused by pesticide application.
2019-04-0211 min
Arkansas AgCastAgcast: Talking Food Safety with Clyde FentonClyde Fenton is a program associate working for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture in Food Systems and Food Safety. He brings 30 years experience as a fruit and vegetable grower to the job, taking part in the university's efforts to certify produce farmers as part of the requirements that came from the 2011 Food Safety Improvement Act. He took time during a recent workshop with farmers to describe the law and the certification process with Arkansas AgCast.
2019-03-1813 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: Farmers' Day at the CapitolOn Tuesday, March 12, more than 100 Arkansas Farm Bureau member farmers and ranchers visited the Arkansas State Capitol to share their concerns with legislators and to attend the signing of proclamations declaring March 10-16 as Arkansas Agriculture Week and March 12 as Farmers' Day. Hear from some of those who attended in this edition of Arkansas AgCast.
2019-03-1409 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: Cody Hopkins On BlockchainLivestock farmers Cody Hopkins and Andrea Todt are part of a co-op that sells meat directly to consumers online. They utilize blockchain technology that allows customers to know how their meat was raised, what it was fed, who raised it and more. In this edition of Arkansas AgCast, Hopkins describes the value of block chain technology to his operation and for consumers.
2019-03-0604 min
Arkansas AgCastAgcast: Matt Simon On Cold Weather and Dairy CowsArkansas cattlemen and dairy farmers have been experiencing the coldest temperatures of the season recently. Faulkner County dairy farmer Matt Simon has weathered many winter cold snaps over the past 20 years and, in this edition of Arkansas Agcast, he says dairy cows need to eat more when they are cold to help stay warm and that actually helps increase their milk production.
2019-02-0104 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: Local Conversations 2019The Arkansas Agriculture Department held its 2019 Local Conversations event at the Hermitage Community Center in Bradley County January 17. Specialty crop farmers joined local school food service and nutrition directors, food distribution representatives and other industry officials to network and source new marketing opportunities for their locally grown products. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, Ron Rainey, director of the UA Division of Agriculture’s Marketmaker Program, and Bob Midles, Marketing Director for the Ag Department, discuss the success and importance of Local Conversations events.
2019-01-2110 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast, Isbells 2018FFOYChris and Judy Isbell of Humnoke are the 2018 Arkansas Farm Family of the Year. The honor was announced today at the annual luncheon honoring county and district Farm Families of the Year. The Isbells are fifth-generation rice farmers and have diversified their operation into growing specialty varieties for the Japanese market. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, they share with the honor means to them and how growing specialty rice has become a successful marketing strategy for them.
2018-12-1805 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: How Benton County's Women's Committee became "Outstanding"Brenda Patton chairs the Benton County Farm Bureau Women's Leadership Committee. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, she discusses how hard her committee worked to earn the Outstanding County Women's Program Award this year.
2018-12-0403 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: USDA's Ted McKinney on Ag Trade OutlookThe ongoing tariff war and dispute with China, a record soybean crop produced by U.S. farmers with limited storage capacity and need for new export markets, and the new U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement are all issues addressed by Ted McKinney, Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at USDA at Arkansas Farm Bureau’s annual convention. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast McKinney comments on efforts to resolve the trade war with China and other trade issues facing agriculture as we approach the New Year.
2018-12-0305 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: Seed Cotton Deadline ReminderIn this special edition of Arkansas AgCast, we talk with Terri McManus with the Farm Service Angency about the Dec. 7 deadline for producers who have generic seed cotton base who want to participate in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) program for the 2018 crop. For more information about the program and to see if you are eligible, visit bit.ly/SeedCottonBase.
2018-11-1902 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: Alzheimers and Dementia WorkshopsMany in Arkansas know all too well about the devastating impact Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia can have on families. Providing care for loved ones suffering from these conditions is difficult without adequate support or knowledge. That’s why Arkansas Farm Bureau has partnered with the UAMS Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative to provide training for caregivers at the county level. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, Sajni Kumpuris and Laura Spradley of the Collaborative discuss Alzheimer’s and dementia in Arkansas and this effort to help family members of those affected. They also explain how county Farm Bureau members can schedu...
2018-11-1312 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: ArFB President Randy Veach On Policy DevelopmentFarmers and ranchers from every county in Arkansas convened in North Little Rock recently and spent two days discussing resolutions that will soon become Arkansas Farm Bureau policy. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, ArFB president Randy Veach explains the importance of this grassroots policy development process and why it will determine the organization’s state and federal legislative blueprint for 2019.
2018-11-1210 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: Arkansas Farm Bureau's Andy Guffey on Farm To SchoolOctober is Farm to School Month, so for our latest Arkansas Agcast, we sat down with Andy Guffey, Arkansas Farm Bureau's director of education and outreach, to discuss this innovative educational program that brings agriculture and schools together, teaching students where their food comes from and the importance of agriculture to our state and country.
2018-10-2315 min
Arkansas AgCastArkansas AgCast: Cattle Breeding BreakthroughsA native Arkansan, Dr. Charles Looney spent much of his career working in the cattle reproduction industry outside the state. He recently took advantage of an opportunity to return to Arkansas to fill an animal science position at the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture’s Southwest Research and Extension Center. Artificial Insemination, or A.I., has revolutionized cattle breeding, but in this edition of Arkansas Agcast, Dr. Looney says the technology is being under-utilized. He says he intends to meet with Arkansas cattlemen through a series of workshops and educate them on how to use A.I., which he be...
2018-10-2208 min
Arkansas AgCastAgcast: Earl Pepper, Modern CowboyEarl Pepper, who turns 75 later this year, can't recall a time when he wasn't around horses. Raised in Alabama, he now lives near DeQueen, where he tends cattle on horseback. He formerly chaired Arkansas Farm Bureau’s equine division and was responsible for the equine program for the Arkansas Department of Corrections. Pepper has a love and respect for horses and, in this edition of Arkansas Agcast, he shares his story and explains why he believes horses are an important part of our culture and heritage.
2018-10-0807 min
Arkansas AgCastAgcast: School Garden Sweet Potato HarvestMany public schools are realizing the importance of teaching students about how food is grown and have established gardens on campuses. Three years ago Sheridan Intermediate School partnered with the Grant County Cooperative Extension Service and other organizations to develop a garden. This week students harvested sweet potatoes they planted last spring, just in time for the holidays. October is Farm to School Month and in this edition of Arkansas Agcast, Extension Service staff chair Brad McGinley and his wife Serena, a science teacher at the school, discuss how they are using the garden to grow produce for the school...
2018-10-0407 min
Arkansas AgCastAgcast: 2018 Farm Bill UpdateThe 2014 Farm Bill expires September 30, meaning the deadline for Congress to approve a new Farm Bill is this Sunday. Farmers and ranchers need the certainty and protection the new Farm Bill will provide and a House-Senate Conference Committee has been meeting for weeks to reach a compromise, but so far no agreement has been struck. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, Matt King, director of Public Affairs and Government Relations for Arkansas Farm Bureau explains what happens if an agreement is not reached by Oct. 1.
2018-09-2708 min
Arkansas AgCastAgcast: Farm-To-School with the AlstonsLuke and Deedee Alston are participating in the "farm-to-school" movement in Arkansas by providing fresh vegetables and produce from their Holly Springs Homestead farm to the University of Arkansas Rich Mountain Community College in Mena. The Alstons are both alumni of the school and the produce they supply is used at the Mountain Range Grill restaurant on campus. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, the Alstons and Student Union Manager Jason Wood discuss this partnership and future plans for expansion.
2018-09-1307 min
Arkansas AgCastAgcast: Darwin Hendrix, Feral Hog Task ForceWild or feral hogs have been reported in all 75 counties in Arkansas, carrying disease and causing extensive damage to property. It’s an old problem in need of new solutions, because control and eradication is an expensive and time-intensive process. Darwin Hendrix of Pike County is a member of the state feral hog eradication task force and he’s been trapping feral hogs for 10 years with some success. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, he discusses his efforts to deal with the destructive hogs and what will be necessary to successfully address this costly problem at the state level.
2018-08-1709 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: Brandy Carroll on Cotton SignupIn this edition of Arkansas AgCast, Brandy Carroll, director of Commodity Activities and Market Information for Arkansas Farm Bureau, discusses upcoming sign-up dates and other critical information Arkansas cotton farmers will want to know.
2018-08-0102 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: ArFB's King on $12B Trade Relief PackageIn our latest Arkansas AgCast, Matt King, Arkansas Farm Bureau director of Public Affairs and Government Relations, discusses the organization’s response to the Trump administration's $12 billion emergency relief package plan for farmers and ranchers impacted by the ongoing trade battles with China and other countries. King says the aid comes at a time when U.S. producers are losing market share and suffering from years of depressed commodity prices.
2018-07-2606 min
Future of AgricultureFollow Up Friday: Wendell Schumm from The Ontario AgCast Makes A Guest AppearanceFUF004 Wendell Schumm of the Ontario AgCast Makes a Guest Appearance Happy Friday and welcome back to another episode of the Future of Agriculture’s Follow Up Friday series - the segment when we share our listener-submitted questions, comment, and feedback on their favorite previous episodes of the show. This week’s comment was submitted by Wendell Schumm, the host of the Ontario AgCast podcast. He shares why he enjoyed the entire Future of Agriculture Blockchain series and why he feels the Future of Agriculture community is one of the most inform...
2018-07-2000 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: Calhoun County Forestry Team on a Championship QuestThe Bradley County 4-H Forestry Team has won the past two national forestry championships, but this year a team from Calhoun County will represent Arkansas and attempt to win the state’s third national title in a row. Jaret Rushing, staff chair for the county Cooperative Extension Service, is coaching the four-man team whose members all attend Hampton High School. In this edition of Arkansas AgCast, Rushing and 4-H team member Evan Beaver sat down to discuss what it would mean to bring home the championship trophy.
2018-07-1906 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: The Trade War Hits AgThe U.S. began imposing tariffs on $34 billion in Chinese imports July 6 and China has announced it will retaliate with $34 billion in tariffs on U.S. goods, including key agricultural commodities, including soybeans. Other important American trading partners, including Mexico and Canada are also expected to respond with tariffs on U.S. products. In this edition of Arkansas AgCast Matt King, director of Public Affairs and Government Relations for Arkansas Farm Bureau explains the impacts this trade battle is already having on agricultural commodities and American farmers and ranchers.
2018-07-0608 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: John Gavin on 2018 Tomato ProductionHarvest of the 2018 commercial tomato crop is underway in southeast Arkansas. In this edition of Arkansas AgCast, we catch up with John Gavin, staff chair of the Bradley County Cooperative Extension Service, to talk about this year's crop and why so many people eagerly anticipate their local, vine-ripened tomatoes each summer.
2018-06-1408 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Interview: Elizabeth Young, Murphy Arts District & Griffin RestaurantThe Farm to Table movement is growing in restaurants across the state and Griffin Restaurant in El Dorado is on the leading edge of the effort to procure and offer local products from Arkansas farms and ranches. In this edition of Arkansas AgCast, Elizabeth Young, director of Farm and Sustainable Initiatives for the Murphy Arts District, where the Griffin is located, talks about why it's partnered with a number of Arkansas farms to offer its customers menu items featuring fresh, Arkansas grown food products.
2018-06-0406 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: An Interview with Marcia Tramel about "Farm To School"The Danville School System is one several in Arkansas participating in the “Farm to School” program that connects farmers and ranchers with schools to provide fresh, locally grown produce for their food programs. In this interview for Arkansas AgCast, Marcia Tramel, Food Service Director for the Danville School District in Yell County, discusses how she is using local farm and ranch products as part of their school lunch program in an effort to offer students healthier, more nutritious food choices.
2018-05-3006 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: What Does GoGreen Mean for Arkansas Calves?The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is rolling out a new program for Arkansas cattlemen. It’s called the “Natural State Preconditioned Calf Program – GoGreen.” In this edition of Arkansas AgCast Dr. Shane Gadberry, a professor of animal science with the Division of Agriculture, explains how this program will result in healthier calves, how cattlemen may participate and is a “win-win” for both the buyer and seller at the time of sale.
2018-05-1007 min
Arkansas AgCastAGCAST: Member Service Representatives at ArFBMember Service Representatives from county Farm Bureaus across Arkansas came together in Little Rock recently for their biennial conference. The event included a “Service Awards” recognition program honoring some of these "MSRs" for their years of service to the organization. In this edition of Arkansas AgCast, honoree Ann Davis of Fordyce reflects on her career and the important role MSRs play for Farm Bureau members.
2018-05-0805 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast: Mark and Shay Morgan Speak at FFAMark and Shay Morgan of Clarksville, chair of Arkansas Farm Bureau's state Young Farmer and Rancher Committee, addressed the 91st Arkansas FFA Convention in Hot Springs April 24. Hear their remarks in this edition of Arkansas AgCast.
2018-04-2602 min
Arkansas AgCastAgCast Interview: Brady Gentry, FFAThe Arkansas FFA held its 91st convention at the Hot Springs Convention Center April 23-25. It was the final event for Brady Gentry as president and leader of the state officer team. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, Brady shares how being president has prepared him for the future and how being involved in FFA helps young people become better citizens and adults.
2018-04-2605 min
Arkansas AgCastArkansas AgCast: Olson Water Buffalo TourTom and Shannon Olson have been raising water buffalo on their Turkey Creek ranch near Texarkana for almost 30 years and they recently hosted a tour for students from Genoa Central High School. In this edition of Arkansas AgCast, Ken Moore visited with Tom Olson and Kimberly Leigh, FFA Advisor and Vo-Ag instructor at Genoa Central about this unique breed and what the students learned from the visit.
2018-04-1906 min
Arkansas AgCastArkansas AgCast: Sparta AquiferAfter reaching critically low levels in the 1990s, water table levels in the Sparta Aquifer in south Arkansas are being recharged thanks to a countywide campaign undertaken by the Union County Water Conservation Board, the local Chamber of Commerce and other area organizations. In this edition of Arkansas AgCast, Arkansas Farm Bureau’s Ken Moore sat down with two of the key leaders of the campaign to save the aquifer to discuss their efforts and the results.
2018-04-0408 min
Arkansas AgCastArkansas AgCast: Rancher Chooses WagyuBrett Ausley is a young cattleman producing and marketing Wagyu beef on his family ranch in Hot Spring County. He got into Wagyu about five years ago and he’s selling it directly to consumers through social media and to local restaurants. In this edition of Arkansas Agcast, this entrepreneurial young rancher shares what led him to pursue this niche, premium market.
2018-03-2806 min