Best Sugarbeets Podcasts (2023)

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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12-06-23 - Crop Insurance Industry Opposes GAO Report. Interest Costs Cut Into Farm Profits, Grassley Blames Bidenomics. 3:00

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12-06-23 - Weather Conditions Slowing Soybean and Corn Progress in Brazil, Argentina. DuWayne Bosse of Bolt Ag Marketing on the Tuesday Markets. 4:00

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Linder Farm Network Field Talk

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LFN Field Talk Podcast #122 Christmas Trees with John Krueger 7:43

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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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LFN Field Talk Podcast # 121 Ethan Lane NCBA 9:46

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Congress is back in session following the Thanksgiving break with plenty left to accomplish. Vice President of Government Affairs at the National Cattlemen's Beef Association Ethan Lane joined Lynn Ketelsen to address some of the work happening in Washington D.C.By Dan Lemke

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LFN Field Talk Podcast #120 Talking Turkey with Ashley Kohls 8:51

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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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LFN Field Talk Podcast #119 U of M FAARM 9:19

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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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Commissioner Petersen State of Ag Address 16:35

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Minnesota Commissioner of Agriculture Thom Petersen delivered his state of agriculture address at the recent AgriGrowth Food and Ag Summit in Minneapolis. Commissioner Petersen's address is available here.By Dan Lemke

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LFN Field Talk Podcast #118 EPA Herbicide Strategy 16:41

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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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President Biden Ag Address in Northfield 18:18

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LFN Field Talk Podcast #117 Pierce Bennett MFBF 9:38

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With a new Speaker of the House in place, agricultural groups are again turning their attention to getting a 2023 Farm Bill written. Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation Director of Public Policy Pierce Bennett joined the Linder Farm Network to discuss the current situation.By Dan Lemke

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LFN Field Talk Podcast #116 Federal Milk Marketing Order Hearing 12:21

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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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LFN Field Talk Podcast #115 Compeer Fund for Rural America Grants 7:54

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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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Field Talk Podcast #114 MAELC 8:07

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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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LFN Field Talk podcast #113 Congressman Brad Finstad 10:09

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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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LFN Field Talk podcast #112 Propane Availability 9:01

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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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LFN Field Talk Podcast #111 Farm Safety and Health Week 10:39

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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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LFN Field Talk Podcast #110 Pork Industry Update 11:51

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The nation's pork producers have dealt with significant economic and market challenges so far in 2023. Industry leaders are in Washington D.C. this week to talk with lawmakers and others about important policy issues including the 2023 Farm Bill, the EATS Act and more.By Dan Lemke

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LFN Field Talk Podcast #109 River Issues 7:32

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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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LFN Field Talk Podcast #108 Irrigation Issues 15:05

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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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LFN Field Talk podcast #107 Farmers for Soil Health 8:35

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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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University of Minnesota Field Notes 28:26

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This Field Notes podcast from the University of Minnesota features Extension agronomists Dr. Jeff Coulter addressing corn issues and Dr. Seth Naeve addressing challenges with this year's soybean crop.By Dan Lemke

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LFN Field Talk Podcast #106 Cindy Durheim 12:21

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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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LFN Field Talk Podcast #105 Troy Bredenkamp 6:20

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Biofuel proponents are pushing for E15 inclusion year-round. While temporary waivers have been granted in recent years, ethanol advocates and others are hoping for a more permanent solution. Troy Bredenkamp of the Renewable Fuels Association joins this LFN Field Talk podcast.By Dan Lemke

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Glenn "GT" Thompson closing comments 10:11

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More than 40 people provided testimony at the Farm Bill listening session held during Day 2 of Farmfest 2023. House Agriculture Committee Chair Glenn "GT" Thompson of Pennsylvania provided some closing remarks following the listening session.By Dan Lemke

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LFN Field Talk Podcast #104 Doug McKalip 17:26

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Few industries are more affected by trade than agriculture. Doug McKalip, Chief Agricultural Negotiator in the Office of the United States Trade Representative was a featured speaker at Farmfest where he addressed the current situation on trade.By Dan Lemke

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LFN Field Talk Podcast #103 Waterways Update 15:51

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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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UMN CropCast 40:41

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Dr. Kevin Smith is this week's guest on the MN CropCast podcast from the University of Minnesota Extension. Dr. Smith is a barley breeder, but is also working on oats and other emerging crops.By Dan Lemke

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LFN Field Talk Podcast #102 Investing in Rural America Act 7:06

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Rep. Michelle Fischbach and Rep. Brad Finstad have introduced an important piece of legislation for Farm Bill consideration called the Investing in Rural America Act. Compeer Financial Chief Mission Office John Monson joined the LFN to explain why this is needed.By Dan Lemke

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LFN Field Talk Podcast #101 14:46

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The Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation's Young Farmers and Ranchers program provides leadership development, educational training and networking opportunities for young producers. Cass County rancher Katie Wiese is on the YF&R committee and she joins this Field Talk podcast.By Dan Lemke

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LFN Field Talk Podcast #100 Nitrogen Research 15:03

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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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LFN Field Talk Podcast #99 Con. Tom Emmer 9:34

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Mental health is a serious issue in all parts of the country, including agriculture and rural communities. Minnesota Con. Tom Emmer joined the Linder Farm Network Field Talk podcast to talk about an effort he is leading to allocate more resources to the issue.By Dan Lemke

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LFN Field Talk podcast #98 State Climatologist Kenny Blumenfeld 9:46

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Dry conditions are worsening across much of Minnesota as rainfall remains in short supply. Minnesota State Climatologist Kenny Blumenfeld joins this Field Talk podcast to shed more light on the conditions and the hope for improvement.By Dan Lemke

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U of M CropCast 32:35

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This University of Minnesota CropCast features Soybean Agronomist Dr. Seth Naeve who talks about why he traveled to Indonesia last week and what makes Indonesia relevant to farmers from the upper Midwest.By Dan Lemke

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LFN Field Talk Podcast #97 Pork Industry Insights 17:59

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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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University of Minnesota CropCast 25:36

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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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LFN Field Talk Podcast #95 Ben Storm 8:32

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Farmers involved with the Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion Council often find their checkoff dollars go farther and do more for the industry than they first imagined. Hear Dover farmer Ben Storm's story in this Field Talk podcast.By Dan Lemke

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LFN Field Talk Podcast #94 Session Analysis 7:07

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The Minnesota legislative session ended just over a week ago, but the impacts of what happened in St. Paul is still up for debate. Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation Public Policy Specialist Kaytlin Bemis joins this Field Talk podcast to offer an assessment.By Dan Lemke

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LFN Field Talk Podcast #93 MSGA Lawsuit Update 5:16

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The Minnesota Soybean Growers Association and others filed a federal lawsuit in March challenging the Walz administration's adoption of California's emission standards. MSGA Executive Director Joe Smentek joined the LFN to update the suit.By Dan Lemke

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U of M Agronomy Podcast 25:38

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The fallout from heavy rains and resulting issues, including insect pressure, is the focus of this week's University of Minnesota Agronomy podcast featuring Dave Nicolai, Seth Naeve and Bruce Potter.By Dan Lemke

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LFN Field Talk #92 World Trade Month 19:48

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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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LFN Field Talk Podcast #91 Compeer Rural Issues 14:56

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Agriculture and rural communities are closely linked. Compeer Financial President and CEO Jase Wagner and Chief Mission Officer John Monson joined Lynn Ketelsen on the Midday Farm Review to talk about their organization's efforts to support ag and rural communities.By Dan Lemke

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