This month’s Pig Edge is focusing on breeding and reproduction and Amy Quinn is joined by Teagasc Specialised Pig Advisor, Emer McCrum, to share her thoughts and experiences on the common themes and issues from around the country. For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-pod…

On this episode, Biome Makers agronomist Jacob Parnell gives farmers some food for thought if they are considering the use of biologicals on their farms. University of Missouri’s Ben Brown provides insights on the current U.S. corn balance sheet. American Farm Bureau Federation’s Joe Gilson says 529 farm advocacy groups join together to urge Congre…

On this episode, former Nebraska Sen. Ben Nelson says the yet-to-be-passed Farm Bill encompasses more than just production agriculture. Iowa State University Extension’s Catherine DeLong discusses edge-of-field conservation practice, and Greg McBride, a commodity broker with Allendale tells you if now is the right time to market grain. Also, U.S. W…

On this episode, University of Illinois agronomist Nick Seiter returns to go deeper on the issue of corn rootworm. Also, Agrigold agronomist Nick Frederking provides some tips for scouting for tar spot in corn plants. Also this week, we discuss the latest farm bill developments, new Federal Milk Marketing Orders, and a May decline in U.S. milk prod…

On this episode, WILL Radio’s Todd Gleason discusses the importance of the Declaration of Independence. Then, Ziegler Ag Equipment’s Mark Duffing provides some helpful pre-spray tips to keep your sprayer in tip-top shape, and Bayer Crop Science Technical Agronomist Andrew Penney shares some corn rootworm scouting insights. In our “Beltway Beef” seg…

On this episode, Pivot Bio Senior Agronomic Scientist Dr. Clayton Nevins discusses what farmers need to know about applying nitrogen after a wet start to the growing season. Dr. Brent Pepin, Director of Swine Health at the National Pork Board, discusses efforts to improve traceability in the event of a foreign animal disease outbreak in the U.S. Al…

On this week’s episode, we talk with Pioneer Field Agronomist Matt Montgomery about the Edge Effect on corn fields and other yield robbers. Also, we’ve heard a lot about the dwindling honey bee population over the past few years, but, is it really dwindling? We’ll hear from a Washington state bee expert. Then, time is ticking to put a new farm bill…

On this episode, we sit down with attorney and Washburn University law professor Roger McEowen what needs to be done to address the shortage of tax attorneys and CPAs in rural America. Also, Mexico has elected a new president. Does that mean a new day for ag trade relations between the United States and Mexico. In our “Meat Monitor” segment, we lea…

The 2023 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report has just been released, revealing some notable changes in our key performance indicators for the 2023 year. To delve into the report and analyse the figures and trends in detail, we have Specialised Pig Advisor Ger McCutcheon with us for the latest episode of The Pig Edge. You can download and r…

On this episode, Indigo Ag this week announced important changes to a carbon program that has already paid out $12 million through its first three carbon harvest seasons. Also, Is now a good time to market that stored grain? A University of Missouri expert shares his thoughts. And, the USDA is working with the University of Saskatchewan on a projec…

On this episode, we discuss mental health on the farm and hear about the latest developments with the Farmer Angel Network from co-founder and Wisconsin dairy farmer, Randy Roecker. Also, as we head into June, we learn about the need to scout the fields for crop-damaging insects. In our “Meat Monitor” segment, U.S. Meat Export Federation Chair Rand…

On this episode, we revisit a prior conversation with J.T. Cooper, who was with the 10th Mountain Division of the U.S. Army in Mogadishu, Somalia, in 1993, and found himself in the middle of the harrowing military operation that became the inspiration for the movie “Blackhawk Down.” We also provide information on valuable resources for anyone consi…

On this episode, presented by Fastline Marketing Group, Fastline President Dean Barke discusses upcoming Fastline Auctions farm equipment sales and talks about the company’s holistic farm equipment marketing approach. Also, GSI’s Dave Ellis provides some tips for protecting stored grain as temperatures rise inside grain bins, and University of Illi…

The Teagasc pig team are in the final stages of preparation for their research event, the Pig Open Day 2024, which will take place at 10am on Wednesday May 22nd in the Paddy O’Keeffe Innovation Centre, Teagasc Moorepark, Fermoy, Co. Cork and 10am Friday May 24th in Ballyhaise Agricultural College, Co. Cavan. On this bonus episode of the Pig Edge, C…

On this episode, U.S. Trade Representative Chief Negotiator Doug McKalip provides an update on efforts to secure new opportunities for U.S. agricultural exports. Also, Matt Turner of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center and Wade Greening of the FBI warn of looming agriterrorism threats and provide information on how to keep farming …

On this episode, we hear from Dr. Darcy Telenko, Associate Professor of Plant Pathology at Purdue University, on Corn Stunt Disease and Joe Janzen, an agricultural economist with the University of Illinois, discusses the difference between USDA and Conab soybean estimates for Brazil production. Then, we present the third part of our discussion on c…

The Teagasc Pig Development Department is internationally renowned for its research, primarily focusing much of our programme on conducting research that can produce tangible benefits for commercial farmers on the ground in Ireland. For this latest episode of The Pig Edge, Amy Quinn is joined by pig nutrition researcher, Peadar Lawlor, to look at t…

On this episode, Wade Greening, a Supervisory Intelligence Analyst with the FBI will share more insights on cyber threats in agriculture and how you can protect your farming operation. Also, we’ll discuss how a Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza outbreak is affecting U.S. cattle herds, and how you can guard against it. Then, we’ll talk early season …

On this episode, experts from the FBI and the National Counterterrorism Center discuss cybersecurity threats to the agriculture industry. We check in with National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Hunter Ihrman to learn about this week’s NCBA Legislative Conference on Capitol Hill in “Beltway Beef,” and in our “Meat Monitor” segment, we learn about t…

On this episode, we talk with Kubota’s Jacob Mendoza about the company’s latest side-by-side utility vehicle offerings. In “Beltway Beef,” Hunter Ihrman provides some insights into the U.S.-E.U. collaboration platform on agriculture. In our “Meat Monitor” segment, we learn about another strong month in February for U.S. red meat exports, and in “Bu…

On this episode, we visit with Case IH’s Casey Mack about the company’s telematics offerings, and with Leo Bose about the company’s show-stopping AF11 combine. Then, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Hunter Ihrman discusses disaster relief programs in “Beltway Beef.” In our “Meat Monitor” segment, we learn about the impact U.S. red meat expor…

On this episode, we talk with Precision Planting’s Luke Stuber and Caleb Schleder about the company’s latest in planting and spraying technology. Then we check in with National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Hunter Ihrman, who discusses wildlife, predators and more in the “Beltway Beef” segment. In our “Meat Monitor” segment, U.S. Meat Export Feder…

Kieran Keane, Pig Research Technician specialising in nutrition, with the Teagasc Pig Development Department joins Amy Quinn on the latest Pig Edge podcast to discuss current feed ingredient prices, the new Teagasc pig feed lab and current and upcoming Teagasc pig nutrition research trials. For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcas…

On this episode, we learn from John Deere about a new air cart, redesigned combines and tractors and See and Spray technology on Hagie Sprayers. In our “Meat Monitor” segment, we hear about a U.S. trade mission to Angola, and in “Bushels and Cents,” Ray Bohacz offers tips for implementing biofuels on your farm. The episode also features the music o…

On this episode, we hear from Indigo Agriculture CEO Dean Banks and Jason Little, Vice President of Ecosystem Strategy, about the company’s soil health, carbon and biologicals programs and their mission to help growers increase yield, improve return on investment and become more environmentally sustainable. We also chat with Farmers Business Networ…

On this episode, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ Curt Blades joins us to give us an overview of the 2024 Commodity Classic. He also shares insights into current farm machinery sales trends. We also talk with Pioneer Seeds’ Don Kyle about the brand’s new Z Series soybeans. Then we check in with Nutrien Senior Agronomist Mike Howell for a…

Fiona O' Meara, Commercial Pig Nutritionist with Inform Nutrition, joins Amy Quinn on the latest episode of The Pig Edge to discuss all things pig nutrition, from dry sow fibre levels to the aftermath of zinc oxide removal and finisher phase feeding. For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/p…

On this episode, AGI’s Erin Squires discusses grain bin safety, and how the company’s BinManager is keeping farmers safe and out of the grain bin. Also, marketing members from John Deere dealer Wright Implement pull back the curtain on their planning and execution of the John Deere exhibit at the National Farm Machinery Show, and discuss in-demand …

On this episode, we head to the 2024 National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Kentucky. You’ll hear from Mahindra USA CEO Viren Popli and AgRevolution President and CEO Stacy Anthony will provide and update on the continued growth of the AGCO-owned dealer network. We preview next week’s conversation with 2024 National Association of Farm Broadca…

On this episode, Tom Wood, President and CEO of agrochemical and biological company Belchim Crop Protection USA, discusses considerations farmers should make when preparing for the 2024 growing season. Also, we hear from Mike Kool, Senior Product Manager for Connected Fleets at John Deere, about a new partnership with SpaceX, bringing StarLink sate…

On This week’s episode, we sit down with David Beck, president of Kentucky Venues, the entity that operates the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, to preview this year’s event, which will take place February 14-17 at the Kentucky Exposition Center. Also, we learn how farmers can “Move the Acre Forward” with technology from Taranis. Then we…

Here in the Pig Development Department in Teagasc, our team carry out three key services in the areas of Research, Advisory and education which are co-ordinated to assist Irish farmers in maximising productivity and profitability, whilst operating to the highest standards. On the latest Pig Edge podcast, Amy Quinn is joined by Edgar Garcia Manzanil…

On this episode, we learn about the latest developments in the sorghum market from Craig Meeker, a Kansas grower and chairman of the National Sorghum Producers and Norma Ritz Johnson, the executive director of the United Sorghum Checkoff Program. Then we check in with Nutrien Senior Agronomist Mike Howell as we revisit the best of “The Dirt With Nu…

On this episode, Helena Agri-Enterprises’ Austin Anderson discusses the company’s Resgenix water-use management tool, and Matt Dolch tells us about the latest corn offering from Syngenta’s NK Seeds unit. In “The Dirt with Nutrien,” we revisit Senior Agronomist Mike’s Howell’s discussion about field drainage strategies, in our “Meat Monitor” segment…

On this week’s episode, we talk with Vive Crop Protection’s David Reif and George Huckaby about crop protection strategies for corn and cotton plants. We also sit down with Rabo AgriFinance’s Lance Zimmerman to discuss what the cattle market might look like in 2024 and beyond and how producers can capitalize. In this week’s installment of “The Dirt…

On this episode, Minnesota pork producer and U.S. Meat Export Federation Chairman Randy Spronk discusses the job of promoting U.S. red meat to the world in 2024. We also talk with FMC Corp.’s Matthew Pye about biologicals and other at-plant inputs ahead of the 2024 planting season, and Rural Minds’ Julie Lux stops by to talk about mental health res…

On this episode, presented by Case IH Genuine Lubricants, we turn our attention to Plant 2024. We talk with Anthony Styczinski, the Planting and Seeding Manager for John Deere, about preparing your planter for the upcoming planting season, and about the latest from the John Deere planter lineup. We also discuss the latest chemical and application o…

On this our 50th episode of the Pig Edge podcast, we reflect on the strengths of our industry and look to the opportunities that lie ahead. Heather Peppard, Nutritionist with Brett Brothers, and Roy Gallie, pig and tillage farmer and Chair of the IFA National Pigs Committee, join Amy Quinn to do just that. For more episodes and information from the…

As you complete your chores around the farm or ranch, home or office, we hope you'll consider this episode our musical Christmas gift to you. It features friends of the show performing both timeless classics and new songs destined to become classics. You'll hear from the Western Swing Rules Band, Randy C. Moore, EV Mae, Steven Cade, Jay Allen and A…

On this episode, Corey Rosenbusch, President and CEO of The Fertilizer Institute discusses the organization’s recently released fertilizer industry trends report and discusses the state of the fertilizer market heading into 2024. Then, we catch up with CLAAS Senior Vice President of the Americas Region Eric Raby and Frans Reimers, North American Tr…

On this episode, Ag Resource Management’s Wade Simpson talks about the history of the company and the climate for operating loans and crop insurance. Also, it’s National Finals Rodeo time, and in the spirit of the big event, we introduce you to professional bull rider Clayton Sellars and breakaway roper and podcaster Jordan Jo Hollabaugh. Then, we …

On this episode, presented by Case IH Genuine Lubricants, Nutrien Director of Agronomy Dr. Karl Wyant discusses fertilizer strategies and tools offered by Nutrien to help farmers make informed growing decisions. Also, Certified Agriculture Group CEO Pat Driscoll announces a new way to finance trucks purchased from Certified Ag Dealers, as well as n…

The Teagasc Outlook 2024 conference took place on the 28th of November where an economic overview and outlook for the various agricultural sectors was presented by a number of leading Teagasc experts. Michael McKeon, Specialised Pig adviser with the Teagasc Pig Development representing the pig sector, reviewed 2023 and look ahead to 2024. So on thi…

On this episode, presented by Case IH Genuine Lubricants, we chat with Agricultural Economic Insights’ David Widmar about the top issues in agriculture to watch as we wrap up 2023. In “The Dirt” with Nutrien, Senior Agronomist Mike Howell invites his sons into the studio to talk family, food and farmers. In our “Meat Monitor” segment, we hear how t…

On this episode, presented by Case IH Genuine Lubricants, we feature a special Thanksgiving blessing by legendary farm broadcaster Orion Samuelson. Then we take you to the 80th-annual National Association of Farm Broadcasting to discuss the AM Radio in Every Vehicle Act with Manny Centeno, a program manager with the Department of Homeland Security …

On this episode, we hear from New Holland global president Carlo Lambro and various product experts about new innovations helping shape the legacy brand’s product lineup. We also learn about the selection of 2023-2024 national FFA officers. Then, Nutrien senior agronomists Mike Howell and Lyle Cowell discuss the value of knowing what nutrients are …

On this week’s episode, we are joined by Helena Agri-Enterprises’ Anthony Lourens and Mike Powell to discuss new Seed Shield Select and Enertia soybean seed treatments. Then, Nutrien Senior Agronomist Mike Howell sits down with Dr. Daniel Rivera to discuss livestock nutrition. In our “Meat Monitor” segment, we learn about major U.S. Meat Export Fed…

The majority of farms out there are operating on a weekly farrowing system but there is another option potentially worth considering: batch farrowing. It’s thought to have many labour saving and time management benefits for some farms and we are seeing it increasingly used. So on this episode of the Pig Edge podcast, Amy Quinn is joined by Tomás Ry…

On this episode, presented by Case IH Genuine Lubricants, we introduce you to Cesar Delgado, who hasn’t let cerebral palsy get in the way of his quest to become a farm broadcaster. We also tell you about his “Backroads of Illinois” program, set to launch on Rural Strong Radio. We also spend time with John Deere product specialists Chase Milem, Ben …

On this episode, presented by Case IH Genuine Lubricants, we have the second part of our showcase of new Case IH farm equipment. This time we discuss planters, sprayers and Steiger tractors. In our “Meat Monitor” segment, U.S. Meat Export Federation Vice President Erin Borror provides a review of the World Meat Congress, in “Beltway Beef,” National…