Agri-Pulse Open Mic this week features Texas farmer Wade Cowan, President of the American Soybean Association.

In this interview you’ll hear a farmers perspective on global trading relationships, the threat of a government shutdown and biotech labeling legislation. Cowan spent time with the Chinese officials last week in New Orleans and is optimistic for more productive discussions between the two countries. Cowan previews his testimony on food aid before the House Agriculture Committee this week. He is intently interested in the ongoing Trans Pacific Partnership talks this week in Atlanta and shares his view on a successful conclusion to the negotiations.

Click here to listen to Agri-Pulse Open Mic with Wade Cowan, President of the ASA.