Field Talk Podcasts

Dan Lemke   11/29/2022

Despite rising input costs and climbing interest rates, farmland values across Minnesota have remained strong. Chuck Wingert with Hertz Farm Management joins this podcast to explain what’s happening with land values and why.

Dan Lemke   11/22/2022

There is no shortage of economic factors facing farmers, including diesel and fertilizer costs. American Farm Bureau Federation economist Veronica Nigh was a featured speaker at the recent Minnesota Farm Bureau annual meeting and addressed some of those economic issues.

Dan Lemke   11/11/2022

As the saying goes, elections have consequences. Former U.S. Congressman Collin Peterson joins Lynn Ketelsen to discuss how the recent election results will impact agriculture, climate legislation and the Farm Bill.

Dan Lemke   11/8/2022

Soil productivity and health is something most farmers strive for each year. The annual Soil Management Summit brings together researchers, farmers and industry experts who are interested in learning more about improving soil health. University of Minnesota Extension Educator Jodi Dejong-Hughes joins this Field Talk Podcast to talk about the Summit and soil health.

Dan Lemke   11/1/2022

The Specialty Soya and Grains Alliance has unveiled the U.S. Identity Preserved quality assurance plan and brand mark at an event in Vietnam. SSGA leaders say the move symbolizes a landmark advancement in the verification of trust, traceability and value for food manufacturers, processors and exporters. SSGA Executive Director Eric Wenberg joins Dan Lemke to explain the program.

Dan Lemke   10/27/2022

Tar spot is a relatively new concern for corn farmers in Minnesota, but the disease took a toll on some corn yields this fall. Golden Harvest Agronomy Manager Steve Wilkens joins Linda Brekke to talk about issues with tar spot and what growers can do about it.

Dan Lemke   10/26/2022

Election Day 2022 is just days away with plenty of local, state and national races being contested. Former Minnesota Congressman Gil Gutknecht joins Lynn Ketelsen to talk about issues likely to be on the minds of voters heading to the polls.

Dan Lemke   10/19/2022

Harvest may be winding down in many areas of Minnesota, but the season for getting grain to market is in full swing. Transportation challenges, including low water levels on working rivers and a potential rail strike in the weeks ahead are disrupting the normal flow of products. Mike Steenhoek with the Soy Transportation Coalition assess the current situation in this Field Talk podcast.