Iowa Ag Podcast
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The start of sustainable beef using enclosed finishing

We’re grateful to have Bill from Bion joining me today. We’re diving into a fascinating topic today: Bion and its mission, “which is something I’ve been deeply connected to even before becoming CEO nearly two years ago. Despite my initial skepticism about government reliance for nutrient credit trading, a failed approach in Pennsylvania, I’m now…
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Soil Health – Your soil needs its vitamins too

Hello, everyone. I’m Peter Jaques, your host, and I recently spoke with an intriguing guest, Andrew Hoiberg, Vice President of Research and Development and Technical Sales at Calcium Products. I was thrilled when I saw Jordan’s message about setting up this interview since I run my own podcast focusing on agriculture, a field I dove…
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National Association of Realtors settlement discussion

Today, I was joined by my colleague in real estate, Cody, and we dove into the National Association of Realtors settlement, its potential impact on the industry, and what it could mean for land values. We highlighted that, despite the fear-inducing articles circulating online, we don’t foresee a drastic decline in land values or a…
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Do NOT be in a hurry to get in the bin!

In a recent episode of my podcast, I shared the adventure of how an unforeseen incident with YouTube TV led to an unexpected journey and a quick fix. As I headed to resolve this technology mishap, I found myself seized by the opportunity to meet with partners and friends, delving into conversations that led me…
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Agriculture news in Iowa

There has been a memorial fund in memory of Bill Northey. Please follow the link to contribute. The fund will be used to support scholarship(s) in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at ISU to help continue Bill’s legacy in Iowa Ag – thanks for your willingness to help get the word out and…
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Iowa Ag news – commodity values last week, and legislation to bring high speed rail to Iowa

Hey there, it’s Peter Jaques, and I’ve got a quick market update for you today. Last week, we saw some interesting movements in the grain markets. While corn saw a slight decrease, soybeans experienced a rise. Additionally, the livestock market saw increases across the board. In other news, Chevron is closing some biodiesel plants in…
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EPA Greenlights E15 Year-Round as Iowa Ag Tackles Ethanol and Soybean Challenges

In this episode of the Iowa Podcast, Andy Peterson Andy Petersen of the Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network (former host of The Big Show) guest hosts and covers the recent EPA ruling allowing for year-round sales of E15, a type of fuel made from ethanol. While this news is welcomed by the Iowa Corn Growers Association,…
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How to REALLY communicate well.

In today’s podcast, I had the pleasure of hosting Leisa Fox, a seasoned professional in communication and leadership development. Reflecting on our conversation, I am profoundly grateful for the wealth of knowledge and insights she shared, not only enriching my understanding but also inspiring a deeper appreciation for the art of communication. Leisa, with her…
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Bill Northey – a leader to remember and follow

Today’s episode is a tribute to Bill Northey, a giant in the agriculture space in the state of Iowa who passed away suddenly. The podcast host did not know him well, but was deeply impacted by his kindness and humility. Northey had accepted an invitation to be on the podcast and even sent a handwritten…
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Farmland Values in Iowa

Jim Rothermich, a farm real estate appraiser for Iowa Appraisal, discusses the current state of farmland and land values in Iowa. He explains that farmland, particularly in Iowa, has a strong connection to family bonds, making it a difficult decision to sell, especially for those nearing retirement age. Rothermich mentions the challenges of purchasing farmland…

