Best The Bureau Of Untold Stories Podcasts (2024)

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Meet ISU Extension's new ag climatologist 25:29

4d ago25:29

25:29

Welcome to Episode 162 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Madelynn Wuestenberg, an Iowa native and recent master's graduate in Agricultural Meteorology from Iowa State University, speaks with us about her new role as the Agricultural Climatology Specialist for ISU Extension. Then Iowa Farm Bureau’s Farmer Education Program Manager of…

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Greenhouse gases: Agriculture’s untold story 26:01

20d ago26:01

26:01

Welcome to Episode 161 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. By now, we're all pretty familiar with the inaccurate greenhouse gas (GHG) accusations against agriculture. In this episode, American Farm Bureau economist Danny Munch shares the other (less publicized) side of the story, using recently released GHG data from EPA. Also in this episode, Iowa Fa…

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How ‘Choose Iowa’ helps farmers add value and save labor, while encouraging Iowans to buy local 35:16

1M ago35:16

35:16

Welcome to Episode 160 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we hear from Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig and Beth Romer about Choose Iowa, a program through the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship that provides value-added grants to farmers and markets Iowa-grown products to consumers. We also visit with Iowa Fa…

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State Climatologist shares a growing season forecast 35:28

2M ago35:28

35:28

Welcome to Episode 159 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, State Climatologist Dr. Justin Glisan offers his forecast for the 2024 growing season. And Brian Waddingham shares how the Coalition to Support Iowa's Farmers has been helping farm families raise livestock responsibly and successfully for the past 20 years. Resources mentioned…

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‘Boots on the ground’ analysis of California’s Prop 12 and Iowa’s water quality progress 43:49

2M ago43:49

43:49

Welcome to Episode 158 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Dr. Christopher Pudenz shares insights from the Iowa Farm Bureau's recent Market Study Tour of California. With 22 Iowa Farm Bureau members in tow, the journey offered firsthand observations and discussions on navigating California's Proposition 12 regulations. Also in this ep…

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A 'must-attend' Economic Summit for farmers 32:13

3M ago32:13

32:13

Welcome to Episode 157 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we delve into the heart of agriculture's economic challenges and opportunities with Dr. Christopher Pudenz, who previews Iowa Farm Bureau's much anticipated Economic Summit. Also joining us is Elaine Froese. Known as "Canada's farm whisperer," Froese shares her invaluable expe…

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Build trust like FBI spy recruiter Robin Dreeke 32:42

3M ago32:42

32:42

Welcome to Episode 156 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Robin Dreeke (a former FBI special agent and expert in spy recruitment) shares his insights into building trust, a critical skill for farmers and other ag advocates. Resources mentioned in this episode: Learn more about former FBI spy recruiter Robin Dreeke and subscribe to hi…

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Talking trade with Iowa native, USDA Under Secretary Alexis Taylor 27:44

4M ago27:44

27:44

Welcome to Episode 155 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we sit down with Iowa's own Alexis Taylor, USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, for a deep dive into the future of trade and agricultural exports. Then David Newman of the National Pork Board explores innovative strategies for promoting pork consump…

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Navigating ag market drivers and national policy priorities 27:01

4M ago27:01

27:01

Welcome to Episode 154 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, American Farm Bureau economist Betty Resnick sheds light on key market drivers, obstacles in trade, and exciting opportunities for renewable fuels. Then Iowa Farm Bureau President Brent Johnson joins the conversation to preview some potential national policy breakthroughs in 2…

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2024 crop and livestock market outlook 18:07

5M ago18:07

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Welcome to Episode 153 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Iowa Farm Bureau farmer education program manager Zach Brummer and economist Dr. Christopher Pudenz dissect current crop and livestock market conditions and forecast what farmers can expect later this year. Resources mentioned in this episode: Register for Iowa Farm Bureau’s F…

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How an Iowa engineer/firefighter created a mobile fire suppression unit for farmers 29:53

5M ago29:53

29:53

Welcome to Episode 152 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we preview Iowa Farm Bureau's priorities for the 2024 Iowa legislative session. And we learn how Mark Mendick (a young engineer and volunteer firefighter from a town near the Iowa-Missouri border) created a unique fire suppression solution for farmers. Resources mentioned in t…

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Resolve to stop complaining (and improve your mental health) in 2024 22:18

6M ago22:18

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Welcome to Episode 151 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, internationally acclaimed speaker Will Bowen shares his advice for turning complaints into constructive conversation – and improving our mental health. And America Farm Bureau Director of Government Affairs R.J. Layher provides an update on national policy priorities. Resource…

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Farm strategies for navigating economic uncertainty 34:17

6M ago34:17

34:17

Welcome to Episode 150 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, agricultural economist David Widmar shares four key economic trends for farmers to keep their eyes on, and he presents strategies to help farmers navigate economic uncertainty. Later in the episode, renowned Iowa livestock attorney Eldon McAfee shares changes in state regulati…

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Three rising stars in Iowa agriculture: Part 3, Ryan Gibbs 20:08

6M ago20:08

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Welcome to Episode 149 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast, which is also Part 3 of our special 3-part podcast series with three farmers who are receiving Iowa Farm Bureau’s 2023 Young Farmer Leadership Award: Josh Bierbaum of Cass County, Matthew Burt of Marshall County, and Ryan Gibbs of Delaware County. Part 1 (released December 4) features Josh Bie…

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Three rising stars in Iowa agriculture: Part 2, Matthew Burt 19:42

6M ago19:42

19:42

Welcome to Episode 148 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast, which is also Part 2 of our special 3-part podcast series with three farmers who are receiving Iowa Farm Bureau’s 2023 Young Farmer Leadership Award: Josh Bierbaum of Cass County, Matthew Burt of Marshall County, and Ryan Gibbs of Delaware County. Part 1 (released December 4) features Josh Bie…

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Three rising stars in Iowa agriculture: Part 1, Josh Bierbaum 19:05

7M ago19:05

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Welcome to Episode 147 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast, which is also Part 1 of our special 3-part podcast series with three farmers who are receiving Iowa Farm Bureau’s 2023 Young Farmer Leadership Award: Josh Bierbaum of Cass County, Matthew Burt of Marshall County, and Ryan Gibbs of Delaware County. Part 1 (released December 4) features Josh Bie…

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See behind the Prop 12 curtain and hear a winter weather forecast 32:46

7M ago32:46

32:46

Welcome to Episode 146 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we peek behind the curtain of California's Proposition 12 law, with Iowa Farm Bureau economist Dr. Christopher Pudenz. And Dr. Dennis Todey (Director of USDA's Midwest Climate Hub) shares his winter weather forecast for Iowa. Resource mentioned in this episode: Learn more abou…

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Creating the next “moonshot” advancement in global ag production: a conversation with Dr. Cary Fowler of the U.S. Department of State 27:43

7M ago27:43

27:43

Welcome to Episode 145 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we talk with the U.S. Department of State’s Special Envoy for Global Food Security about what it will take to meet global food needs in 2050. The episode also includes a discussion about how farmers can save thousands of dollars on their taxes, through IRS-approved tax-saving …

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The impact of record-low Mississippi River levels and a conversation with young farm leader Vanessa Trampel 33:15

8M ago33:15

33:15

Welcome to Episode 144 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Soy Transportation Coalition Executive Director Mike Steenhoek shares the Iowa farm implications of record-low Mississippi River water levels and other avenues for farmers to market their crops. And Iowa Farm Bureau Young Farmer Advisory Committee Chair Vanessa Trampel discuss…

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A first-of-its-kind tool to compare local cash bids and a Farm Bill status update 27:08

8M ago27:08

27:08

Welcome to Episode 143 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. This episode explores a new tool that allows farmers to easily search and compare the best cash bids for grain in their area. It also features a Farm Bill update, from Iowa Farm Bureau President Brent Johnson.By Iowa Farm Bureau

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Near-death experience inspires Iowa student to pursue innovative cattle research 31:39

9M ago31:39

31:39

Welcome to Episode 142 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. This episode features cybersecurity tips for farmers and the story of an Iowa student who was inspired to pursue innovative cattle research following a near-death experience on her family’s farm. Resource mentioned in this episode: Iowa’s Jasmyn Hoeger named a finalist for National FFA’s Ameri…

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Farmer/counselor shares tips for managing stress during a busy harvest 31:08

9M ago31:08

31:08

Welcome to Episode 141 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. This episode will help prepare farmers for the beginning of the busy and often stressful harvest season. Adrienne DeSutter is an Illinois farmer, a counselor, and a nationally-recognized Ag Mental Health Specialist (through Sow Hope Grow Hope). She joins The Spokesman Speaks podcast to share h…

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How Farm Rescue helps farm families in crisis 17:50

10M ago17:50

17:50

Welcome to Episode 140 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. This episode features Farm Rescue, a nonprofit organization that provides on-farm assistance to farm families who have experienced a major injury, illness or natural disaster. Farm Rescue Development Officer Terry Johnston and Iowa volunteer Ron Donohue share Farm Rescue's work and how Iowans …

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How Iowa Farm Bureau supports an innovative water treatment company and other diverse rural businesses 34:55

10M ago34:55

34:55

Welcome to Episode 139 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. This episodes highlights Iowa Farm Bureau’s work to support diverse rural businesses, including a Slater, Iowa-based company that uses algae to treat water for cities. The episode also includes a conversation with Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig about Iowa’s Grain Indemnity Fund, which…

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Mid-summer market and crop conditions analyses 42:53

11M ago42:53

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Welcome to Episode 138 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. This episode features a mid-summer market analysis by Karl Setzer of Mid-Co Commodities and a crop conditions update from Bayer Crop Science agronomist Andrew Penney. Resources mentioned in this episode: July WASDE and quarterly stocks webinar recording Reasons to visit Iowa Farm Bureau at the…

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Brexit regret, trade objections, intense regulations and other takeaways from Iowa Farm Bureau’s Market Study Tour of the United Kingdom 33:24

11M ago33:24

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Welcome to Episode 137 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we recap the key takeaways from Iowa Farm Bureau’s recent Market Study Tour of England and Scotland, and we discuss the possible implications for farmers here in Iowa.By Iowa Farm Bureau

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How to work with landlords, before Iowa’s farmland lease deadline 48:54

12M ago48:54

48:54

Welcome to Episode 136 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. This episode will prepare farmers for discussions they’ll be having with landlords in the coming weeks and months. Former ISU and current Cornell University economics professor Dr. Wendong Zhang shares the latest information on who owns Iowa’s farmland, and attorney Erin Herbold-Swalwell share…

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Prop 12, African Swine Fever, Great Britain trade, conservation and soil health insights 45:29

12M ago45:29

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Welcome to Episode 135 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. This episode features three guests. First, we introduce you to Dr. Christopher Pudenz, Iowa Farm Bureau's new economics and research manager, who shares some fascinating insights into topics like California's Prop 12 implementation, African Swine Fever and a market study tour of England and Sc…

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How to earn Gen Z's trust 42:38

1y ago42:38

42:38

Welcome to Episode 134 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. This episode features an in-depth conversation with Roxi Beck of the Center for Food Integrity (CFI), on research-based ways for farmers to build trust with consumers, especially young Gen Z consumers. CFI conducts extensive consumer research and brings together a wide variety of food and farm…

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New VP of Iowa State University Extension shares his vision 31:28

1y ago31:28

31:28

Welcome to Episode 133 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. This episode will introduce you to the brand new Vice President of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach: Dr. Jason Henderson. The episode also includes a reminder of some cost-saving benefits that Iowa Farm Bureau members can tap into during the summer months. Resources mentioned in th…

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Climatologist forecasts 2023 growing season 24:36

1y ago24:36

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Welcome to Episode 132 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. This episode features a 2023 growing season weather forecast from the director of USDA’s Midwest Climate Hub, Dr. Dennis Todey. It also introduces Iowa Farm Bureau’s new farmer education program manager, Zach Brummer, and covers some upcoming learning opportunities for farmers, like Iowa Farm …

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How are Iowa’s banks doing, and what is the status of the 2023 Farm Bill? 26:30

1y ago26:30

26:30

Welcome to Episode 131 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, John Sorensen (President and CEO of the Iowa Bankers Association) discusses the stability of Iowa’s banking system, in the aftermath of Silicon Valley Bank’s well-publicized collapse. And Iowa Farm Bureau National Policy Advisor Daniel Heady updates listeners on the developmen…

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Emerging trade opportunities, with Iowa Farm Bureau President Brent Johnson 26:17

1y ago26:17

26:17

Welcome to episode 130 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. This episode features a conversation with Iowa Farm Bureau President Brent Johnson, following his recent visit to Vietnam and the Philippines, as part of an Iowa trade delegation. It also features Coalition to Support Iowa's Farmers Executive Director Brian Waddingham, who shares an update on …

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Tips for beginning and niche farmers 35:01

1y ago35:01

35:01

Welcome to episode 129 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. This episode will be especially useful to beginning farmers and farmers who are looking to diversify their operations with niche crops or livestock. It features a conversation with the head of FSA farm loans in Iowa (Brian Gossling) and an Iowa farmer (Ashley Wenke) who has experience growing …

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Growing Iowa's brand 25:53

1+ y ago25:53

25:53

Consumers crave the goods grown here in Iowa. "Choose Iowa" facilitates more opportunities to buy those products, further strengthening Iowa ag's reputation and brand. Learn about the program from Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig in this episode (128) of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. This episode also includes a discussion with environmental…

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Tackling Iowa’s ag educator shortage 27:19

1+ y ago27:19

27:19

Welcome to Episode 127 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. This episode features a conversation with Iowa FFA Foundation Executive Director Josh Remington about Iowa’s ag educator shortage and a new $1 million donation from Iowa Farm Bureau that’s aimed at helping reverse that decline. Later in the episode, Brian Waddingham of the Coalition to Support…

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Why you need a strong farm succession plan now 27:52

1+ y ago27:52

27:52

Welcome to Episode 126 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom delivers a pork and beef export update. And farm succession experts Dr. Ron Hanson and Amanda Van Steenwyk share their tips for effective farm succession planning. Resources mentioned in this episode Watch for Iowa Far…

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Could this Iowa invention revolutionize planting? 18:47

1+ y ago18:47

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Welcome to Episode 125 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. Northern Iowa farmer, choir teacher, and entrepreneur Jayson Ryner invented a solution that will make you re-think the future of row crop planting. Hear Jayson describe his ReEnvision Ag planting system (which helps farmers plant earlier and reduces compaction) in this edition of The Spokesman…

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Why former NFL star Jason Brown gave up a lucrative football career to farm 25:04

1+ y ago25:04

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Welcome to Episode 124 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, former NFL star Jason Brown shares why he gave up a lucrative football career to farm. And Iowa Farm Bureau State Policy Advisor Kevin Kuhle shares Farm Bureau’s priorities for state lawmakers in 2023.By Iowa Farm Bureau

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Ag economist shares transportation, trade, Farm Bill updates 27:31

1+ y ago27:31

27:31

Welcome to Episode 123 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, American Farm Bureau economist Danny Munch offers his thoughts on recent rail and shipping disruptions, the current trade landscape, and upcoming Farm Bill discussions. And Iowa State University researcher Dr. Marshall McDaniel shares his insights into soil health, fertility, …

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A farm market outlook and Young Farmer Conference preview 23:42

1+ y ago23:42

23:42

Welcome to Episode 122 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, well-known analyst Joe Kerns shares his insights into today's ag markets. And a trio of young farmers/ag professionals (Megan Hansen, Mickayla McGill, and Jenna Smith) share a few of the many reasons young Iowa farmers/ag professionals should join hundreds of their peers at Io…

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Three young farmers share local leadership insights: Part 3, Clark Dolch 18:49

1+ y ago18:49

18:49

Welcome to Episode 121 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast, which is also Part 3 of our special 3-part podcast series with three farmers who are receiving Iowa Farm Bureau’s 2022 Young Farmer Leadership Award: Tanner Brass of Franklin County, Melissa Moretz of Worth County, and Clark Dolch of Adair County. Part 1 (released December 5) features Tanner B…

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Three young farmers share local leadership insights: Part 2, Melissa Moretz 19:32

1+ y ago19:32

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Welcome to Episode 120 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast, which is also Part 2 of our special 3-part podcast series with three farmers who are receiving Iowa Farm Bureau’s 2022 Young Farmer Leadership Award: Tanner Brass of Franklin County, Melissa Moretz of Worth County, and Clark Dolch of Adair County. Part 1 (released December 5) features Tanner B…

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Three young farmers share local leadership insights: Part 1, Tanner Brass 19:19

1+ y ago19:19

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Welcome to Episode 119 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast, which is also Part 1 of our special 3-part podcast series with three farmers who are receiving Iowa Farm Bureau’s 2022 Young Farmer Leadership Award: Tanner Brass of Franklin County, Melissa Moretz of Worth County, and Clark Dolch of Adair County. Part 1 (released December 5) features Tanner B…

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Grants for value-added agriculture; plus farm income tax tips 35:10

1+ y ago35:10

35:10

Welcome to Episode 118 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig discusses the Choose Iowa Marketing and Promotion Grant Program, a program for farmers and other Iowans who are investing in creative ways to expand the use and consumption of Iowa ag products. Later in the episode, Iowa State University…

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Learn about carbon credits and a grassroots effort to create a new ag education program in northern Iowa 36:11

1+ y ago36:11

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Welcome to Episode 117 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Iowa State University ag economics professor Dr. Alejandro Plastina shares where things stand with carbon credit markets and what farmers need to know. And Floyd County farmer Laura Cunningham shares the grassroots, years-long effort that led to a new ag education and FFA prog…

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Creating fertilizer from corn stover and a conversation with young farm leader Megan Hansen 32:42

1+ y ago32:42

32:42

Welcome to Episode 116 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we introduce you to Iowa Farm Bureau Young Farmer Advisory Committee Chair Megan Hansen (who farms in western Iowa), and we talk with Dr. Robert Brown of Iowa State University's Bioeconomy Institute about a unique initiative to produce renewable energy, fertilizer and more fro…

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Inside Iowa State University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences 42:30

1+ y ago42:30

42:30

Welcome to Episode 115 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we take you inside the Iowa State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS), with CALS Student Council President Lydia Johnson, Director of CALS Career Services Mike Gaul, and CALS senior/Iowa Farm Bureau intern Jenna Smith. We also introduce you to Active&Fit Direct, Io…

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Can cover crops and manure application thrive together? 34:11

1+ y ago34:11

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Welcome to Episode 114 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we visit the farm of Iowa's 2022 Conservation Farmer of the Year (Dave Lubben of Jones County) to discuss conservation with Dave and Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig. Then we talk with Iowa State University professor Dr. Daniel Andersen (who goes by @DrManure on Twitter…

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Harvest and long-range forecasts from Iowa’s State Climatologist 27:14

1+ y ago27:14

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Welcome to Episode 113 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, State Climatologist Dr. Justin Glisan gives us his forecast for harvest and beyond. And Iowa Farm Bureau President Brent Johnson discusses key outcomes from Iowa Farm Bureau's annual policy conference. Resource mentioned in this episode Join us for America Needs Farmers (ANF) …

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