USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service released their August crop production forecasts this morning and when it comes to this year’s peanut crop, the report shows production is forecast to be up 10 percent from last year, while they are calling for a record high corn and soybean crop. Download Audio
La Niña
Everett Griner explains how this dry weather system will grow. Download Audio
Plans Still Being Worked Out for Administrative Disaster Assistance
Senate Ag Chair Blanche Lincoln says that she has been checking in on how the 1.5-billion dollars in pledged disaster assistance for farmers will be administered. Download Audio
Trade Talks
U.S. officials are still trying new tactics. What are they? Everett Griner fills us in. Download Audio
Cuban Trade
Trade with Cuba is getting closer. How close? Everett Griner tells us. Download Audio
Bayer CropScience Launches Respect the Rotation Initiative
In response to the rapid expansion of glyphosate-resistant weeds, Brayer CropScience has launched a new initiative, Respect the Rotation. And Andy Hurst, product manager for Liberty Link and Ignite Herbicide, says its a call to action for growers to adopt better weed management practices. Download Audio
The Versatility of Corn
There are actually more than 4,200 corn based products ranging from toothpaste to paint. And just when you think you have heard of it all, along comes the newest product, kitty litter. Download Audio
Tractor Basics
Today, Everett Griner explains just how we have had tractors… how some names have come and those that have gone. Download Audio
What’s Your View
Agriculture is seen in various ways. Which way are you seeing it? Everett Griner checks this with his view and one important question. Download Audio
Farm Exports
Today Everett Griner tells us how tougher diplomatic tones are needed. Download Audio