Dan Lemke 2/1/2026

Transitioning a farm from one generation to the next can be a complex process, but conversations about that process should start sooner than later. Minnesota Department of Agriculture Farm Transition Teams Coordinator Jim Molenaar is our guest on this Field Talk podcast.

Dan Lemke 1/19/2026

The EPA is expected to make a ruling in the weeks ahead on their final Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) definition. The WOTUS definition has been a moving target, often changing with presidential administrations. Minnesota Ag Water Resource Center Executive Director Warren Formo joins this Field Talk podcast to discuss the latest proposed definition and to address the upcoming Nutrient Management Conference.

Dan Lemke 1/13/2026

The National Grain and Feed Association represents more than 700 entities across the U.S. on issues from transportation to trade. NGFA President and CEO Mike Seyfert joined the Linder Farm Network’s Linda Brekke for a conversation about issues the organization is addressing.

Dan Lemke 1/6/2026

Soil compaction can rob yield and reduce productivity for years to come. University of Minnesota Extension Educator Jodi Dejong-Hughes joins this podcast to talk about compaction causes, effects and where farmers can go to learn more.

Dan Lemke 12/30/2025

So why was a Minnesota pork producer in Brazil at a global conference on the environment and sustainability? Maddie Hokanson of Canon Falls is our guest on the Field Talk Podcast to address her participation in COP30.

Dan Lemke 12/22/2025

The dairy industry received a welcomed boost recently with Congress’ passage of the Whole MIlk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025. Now headed to the president for his signature, the bill opens options for school lunches to include whole and 2% milk. Karen Gefvert is Edge Dairy Farmers Cooperative director of government affairs and out guest on this Field Talk podcast.

Dan Lemke 12/15/2025

Minnesota is a leader in renewable energy production and advancement with important products like ethanol and biodiesel already in the state’s portfolio. Biogas production is also happening in the state with the opportunity for much more. Brad Matuska with AURI joins this Field Talk Podcast to highlight biogas and its potential.

Dan Lemke 12/8/2025

The Minnesota Biofuels Association has released its 2025 annual report which highlights the positives for the past year and outlines goals for biofuels advocacy in the year ahead. MBA Executive Director Brian Werner is our guest in this Field Talk Podcast.