Agri-Pulse Open Mic this week features Dan Knutson, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for Land O’ Lakes. An upcoming merger of two major agriculture businesses will not only boost competitiveness for some of the country’s independent retailers but also join resources to bring new technologies in crop protection, nutrient management, and sustainable agriculture for farmers. In this week’s …
Agri-Pulse Open Mic with Dr. J.B. Penn
Agri-Pulse Open Mic this week features Dr. J.B. Penn, Deere and Company Chief Economist. A golden era in U.S. agriculture appears to have passed. In this interview you’ll hear Dr. Penn’s thoughts on a new economic normal for U.S. agriculture, including his perspective on renewable fuels, and insight into a pending domestic interest rate increase. Dr. Penn discusses the challenge …
Agri-Pulse Open Mic with Dr. Robb Fraley, Monsanto
Agri-Pulse Open Mic this week features Dr. Robb Fraley, Monsanto. Disappointed with the failed acquisition of Syngenta, Dr. Fraley discusses reasons for the pursuit of the global chemical giant and his company’s plans toward the future. While some consumers oppose genetically modified crops, Fraley gives reasons to pursue next generation innovation in chemistry, biologics, and genetics to achieve growth in …
Iowa Farmers Face Another Belt-Tightening Year
Iowa farmers are getting ready for another tight year. A new survey from Agri-Pulse and the Iowa Soybean Association (ISA) shows that farm incomes are expected to drop again this year, and producers are expected to cut back on several items, including cash rent, fertilizer and farm equipment. Conservation is one of the few areas expected to have an increase …
Agri-Pulse Open Mic with Robert Johansson of USDA
Agri-Pulse Open Mic this week features USDA Chief Economist Robert Johansson. In this wide-ranging interview, you’ll hear his perspective on any relationship between the drop in equity markets and commodity prices, thoughts on China, Brazil and other countries lowering their currency values, and the implications of the EPA’s upcoming decision on RFS volume standards for US farm income. Click here …
Delapaz Joins Agri-Pulse
Agri-Pulse has a new editorial coordinator. The farm and rural policy news source says Jodi Delapaz is joining the operation. “With such strong audience growth this year, we are pleased to have Jodi join us to continue to build reader and listener engagement,” said Editor Sara Wyant. “We expect her to play a crucial role as we continue to expand …
Agri-Pulse Open Mic with POET’s Jeff Broin
Agri-Pulse Open Mic this week features Jeff Broin, Executive Chairman of POET. At 22, Jeff Broin managed a small South Dakota ethanol plant. Today POET is the world’s largest producer of renewable fuels. In this interview, Jeff Broin shares the direct and indirect benefits of the Renewable Fuels Standard and warns of the domestic and global implications if Washington steps …
Agri-Pulse Open Mic with Gov. Martin O’Malley
Agri-Pulse Open Mic this week features Gov. Martin O’Malley. [The former governor of Maryland is a] Democratic candidate for President in 2016. In this interview you’ll hear his views on renewable fuel policy, environmental stewardship, global trade and why he believes leading a state like Maryland uniquely qualifies his bid for the Oval Office. Click here to listen to Agri-Pulse …
Agri-Pulse Open Mic with Sen. Chuck Grassley
Agri-Pulse Open Mic this week features Sen. Chuck Grassley. With days left before the August Congressional recess, Grassley says leaders face some must pass legislation including highway funding and a final decision on Country-of-Origin Labeling. In this interview, Grassley offers insights into possible tax reform and the final stages of debate in the budget process. Grassley also says Congress needs …
Agri-Pulse Open Mic with Rep. Rob Bishop
Agri-Pulse Open Mic this week features Rep. Rob Bishop. Bishop chairs the House Committee on Natural Resources. Bishop is pleased with recent votes on forestry and water but admits a number of uphill battles remain for his committee and Congress. The Utah Republican minces no words in describing the Obama Administration as the “bully regulation machine” and in this interview …