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Applications are now open for permits to grow and process industrial hemp in Minnesota. The industry has seen acreage fluctuate in recent years, but program proponents say there are still opportunities. Minnesota Department of Agriculture Hemp Program Coordinator Katy Mutschler joins this Field Talk Podcast.…
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Christmas trees are a focal point in many holiday displays. Minnesota Christmas tree farms play an integral part of many family's holiday traditions. John Krueger, president of the Minnesota Christmas Tree Association joins the Linder Farm Network's Linda Brekke in this Field Talk podcast.By Dan Lemke
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Turkey may get the spotlight during the Thanksgiving holiday, but for Minnesota, turkey production means more than a tasty holiday meal. Minnesota Turkey Growers Executive Director Ashley Kohls joins the Linder Farm Network to talk turkey in this episode of the Field Talk Podcast.By Dan Lemke
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The University of Minnesota is undertaking an innovative approach to farm research with the establishment of the Future of Advanced Agricultural Research in Minnesota, or FAARM. University of Minnesota College of Food Agriculture and Natural Resource Sciences Dean Brian Buhr explains what the effort is about in this Field Talk podcast.…
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More than 200 agricultural groups have signed on to a letter opposing the EPA's proposed Herbicide Strategy. EPA has developed the strategy as a means to fulfill it's obligations through the Endangered Species Act. American Soybean Association Director of Government Affairs Kyle Kunkler joins the Field Talk podcast to explain concerns with the prop…
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It's not only what happens on the farm that can affect dairy farmers, actions in the hearing room have an impact as well. The federal government established the Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) system in the 1930s. The FMMO system saw its last comprehensive revision in 2000. The structure of the U.S. dairy industry has shifted significantly sinc…
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The Fund for Rural America, Compeer Financial's corporate giving program, recently awarded more than 170 grants to rural emergency response organizations that support rural communities. Compeer Financial's Senior Corporate Giving Specialist Karen Schieler joined the Linder Farm Network to discuss the importance of the awards.…
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School agriculture programs are growing in the state and the Minnesota Agricultural Education Leadership Council (MAELC) is helping support those programs in a variety of ways. MAELC Executive Director Sarah Dornink joins this Field Talk podcast to discuss the organization's contributions and the opportunities in ag.…
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Congress narrowly avoided a government shutdown over the weekend, but many agriculture issues remain unresolved, including the writing of a new farm bill. First District Congressman Brad Finstad joined the Linder Farm Network to discuss ag issues that are still unresolved.By Dan Lemke
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Propane powers a lot of grain dryers across Minnesota, making it a hot commodity during the fall. Some years, tight supplies have caused headaches for farmers who need the fuel to dry corn. Mike Newland of the Petroleum Education & Research Council joins Linda Brekke to discuss availability and what it takes to get fuel to the farm.…
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With harvest activity ramping up across Minnesota, the potential for farm safety incidents increases. This is National Farm Safety and Health Week, which draws attention to the need for farmers and others to emphasize safety. In this Field Talk podcast, Extension safety experts Emily Krekelberg from the University of Minnesota and Angie Johnson fro…
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Drought conditions are likely to cost farmers more than yield this fall. River levels are dropping, meaning barge movement of grain could be hampered, potentially costing farmers money. Mike Steenhoek, executive director of the Soy Transportation Coalition joins this Field Talk podcast.By Dan Lemke
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In portions of Minnesota, irrigation is necessary for growers to produce a crop. In 2023, the Minnesota state legislature made some changes to laws affecting irrigation, including toughening penalties and fines for irrigation permit violations. Irrigators Association of Minnesota President Jake Wildman and Tom Heyn from RD Offutt join this Field Ta…
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A new technical service and cost share initiative is now available to help provide assistance to farmers interested in including cover crops on their farm. The effort is jointly supported by the National Corn Growers Association, United Soybean Board and the National Pork Board. Easton farmer and National Pork Board director Dale Stevermer joins th…
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Outreach and education have become important features of today's agriculture. With fewer Minnesotan's directly tied to farming, the need to connect with people outside of agriculture has never been greater. Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation Promotion & Education Committee Chair Cindy Durheim discusses what MFBF is doing to foster connections.…
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Inland waterways are an important artery for moving agricultural products. Once again, dry conditions are causing some disruptions to the supply chain, and not just in the U.S. Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director Mike Steenhoek is this weeks Field Talk Podcast guest.By Dan Lemke
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A multi-year study is underway in Lamberton to evaluate where nitrogen goes once it’s placed in the ground. The comprehensive project is examining how much of the fertilizer plants use and how much is lost to the atmosphere or ground water. Dr. Fabian Fernandez from the U of M and graduate student/researcher Zac Aanerud detail the study in this Fie…
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Minnesota is one of the nation's top pork producing states, so it stands to reason that Minnesota farmers hold key leadership roles within the industry. In this Field Talk podcast, we talk with Minnesota farmers Terry Wolters, past president of the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) and Lori Stevermer, NPPC president elect. National Pork Board …
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This week’s University of Minnesota Extension "Minnesota CropCast” has as its guest Tom Hoverstad, Researcher at the Southern Research and Outreach Center in Waseca. Hoverstad provided an update about this season’s weather and its effect so far on the growth of the area’s corn and soybean crops.By Dan Lemke
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A lot happens to the crops grown in Minnesota once they leave the farm gate. In addition to being used for food, fiber and fuel, a large portion of the state's corn, soybeans, wheat and other products are bound for markets around the world. May is World Trade Month, which recognizes the importance of global trade. U.S. Grains Council Vice President…
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