NewsBusiness News

AgDay Podcast

Farm Journal

On the air for more than a quarter century, AgDay, each weekday morning for one half hour, covers all aspects of the country experience. Along with providing the nation’s farmers and ranchers with the latest news, weather and business headlines, AgDay reaches out to EVERY household telling the fascinating story of American agriculture. From amber waves of grain in Kansas to a sea of cotton in the Delta…from the bountiful orchards of Florida to the cranberry bogs of Wisconsin…AgDay covers the people and places responsible for the agri-products that make America a special place to raise a family and make a living. “The Country Experience” — the nation’s only syndicated daily television program focused on agriculture and rural America.

Play

Open in

68 episodes
daily
Avg 20 min
English

Episodes 68

Newest Oldest Longest

All20 Unplayed20 In progress0 Played0

Counted on this page — what you have heard stays on this device, so it is not something the list can be paged by.

Today · 20 min
AgDay 10/12/26
USDA provided a huge gut punch to the corn market on Friday with its yield forecast in the October crop production and WASDE Report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Friday · 20 min
AgDay 10/09/26
Yield is clearly the focus of Friday's WASDE report, especially given the impact of September's record rainfall in states such as Iowa. Average trade estimates remain somewhat conservative, and if USDA confirms those expectations, the report could disappoint the market, particularly for corn. Another key question is how USDA will account for the additional 173 million bushels of old-crop corn identified in the Quarterly Grain Stocks report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thursday · 20 min
AgDay 10/08/26
September's excessive rainfall has delayed soybean harvest across the western Corn Belt. Iowa is running 33% behind normal, while Nebraska is lagging by 25%. The wet conditions may be trimming yields and contributing to quality issues, creating additional harvest complications and marketing challenges for growers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wednesday · 20 min
AgDay 10/07/26
The president’s executive order on emergency tax relief for diesel fuel eases restrictions on the use of red-dyed diesel, which is exempt from the federal excise tax, in on-road vehicles without penalty. The move is expected to lower prices by an average of 24.4 cents per gallon. But how much will it really help farmers? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tuesday · 20 min
AgDay 10/06/26
There has already been some relief in diesel prices following the release of emergency diesel stocks over the next four months. While prices have at least stopped rising, it remains uncertain how much further they may fall. Additionally, many farmers secured their diesel supplies before harvest and have already paid record-high prices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 5 · 20 min
AgDay 10/05/26
It's not just Iowa, many areas of the western Corn Belt have been hit by record rains the last month as a result of El Nino driven weather patterns. Not only has the excessive rain delayed harvest, but farmers are also seeing standability issues and increased disease pressure which has cut yield, plus quality issues are arising in both corn and soybeans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 2 · 20 min
AgDay 10/02/26
While many important Titles of the farm bill were handled in the One Big Beautiful Bill there are some key titles that expired and need renewal. Chairs of the House and Senate Ag Committees are hoping to get a permanent farm bill across the finish line before year end, with some other important provisions for farmers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
October 1 · 20 min
AgDay 10/01/26
The Secretary of State stops at the World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin. An Illinois dairy family wins a prestigious award at the Expo — and that award is extra special, as the family rallies to overcome a traumatic health injury. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 30 · 20 min
AgDay 09/30/26
The American Soybean Association expressed disappointment that U.S. soybeans did not see the cut in China's 10% reciprocal tariffs like other ag goods. So far China has bought over half of their soybean commitments for this year. But as farmers start harvesting that crop they're counting on China's pledge to buy at least 25 million tons of U.S. soybeans annually through 2028. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 29 · 20 min
AgDay 09/29/26
Details on the deal with China released: China did cut the 10% reciprocal tariffs on all ag goods, even soybean products like meal and oil. However, soybeans were notably absent from the detailed plan to cut tariffs as a leverage tool for future talks. Plus, China failed to provide details on the pro-rated $17 billion of additional ag goods which was a letdown for the market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 28 · 20 min
AgDay 09/28/26
Farmers in the Southwestern U.S. devasted by record heat and drought this season are finally seeing a change in the weather pattern. While this year's crop is a disaster, the moisture is coming at the right time for them to plant hard red winter wheat and when combined with strong crop insurance guarantees its providing some optimism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 25 · 20 min
AgDay 09/25/26
President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to the U.S. with a lot of fanfare. The real question is what's being decided underneath the pomp and circumstance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 24 · 20 min
AgDay 09/24/26
While harvest pace nationally was ahead of average this week at 13% on corn and 12% on soybeans, it doesn't tell the whole story. Currently farmers in the Southern Midwest are running 15% to 25% ahead of normal due to hot dry conditions, while farmers in the western Midwest are starting to fall behind due to wet conditions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 23 · 20 min
AgDay 09/23/26
The markets are watching the U.S. China Summit, plus President Trump's meetings with Ukraine President Zelensky and Iran officials with hopes of an end to both the Iran and Black Sea conflicts. Just the prospects for peace in Trump's speech at the U.N General Assembly weighed on energy, wheat and corn markets on Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 22 · 20 min
AgDay 09/22/26
With U.S. average price for diesel a record $6.51 on Monday, Congress and the administration are feverishly looking at ways to provide relief. Lawmakers have floated ideas including a federal gas-tax holiday or a ban on diesel exports. But could Congress get the legislation passed or could it backfire without providing meaningful change in prices? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 21 · 20 min
AgDay 09/21/26
All eyes are on the outcome of the U.S.-China Summit this week and an extension of the one-year trade truce. Market sources say this Summit represents one of the tougher negotiations looking at rare earth minerals, chips and agriculture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 18 · 20 min
AgDay 09/18/26
The cattle industry is dealing with an aging ownership base, not enough skilled help and questions about who's next in line to take over the operation. The generational gap is widening and it's a real threat to the cattle industry and herd size long term if not addressed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 17 · 20 min
AgDay 09/17/26
Diesel prices have hit record highs every day for more than a week. The timing couldn't be worse for farmers with harvest ramping up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 16 · 20 min
AgDay 09/16/26
The loss of 3,000 head of packing capacity at the Joslin, Illinois, plant along with the other plants that have closed this year is taking away producers most important tool in cash cattle market negotiations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
September 15 · 20 min
AgDay 09/15/26
The latest State of the Beef Industry insights reveal a rare paradox for U.S. beef producers: Historic profitability and strong demand are clashing with persistent drought, labor shortages, rising input costs and political threats. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Showing 1–20 of 68 episodes