Episodes
In this episode, trade expert Ron Baumgarten joins us to discuss how the incoming administration's trade policies could impact California agriculture. From potential tariff increases to non-tariff trade barriers, we explore the challenges and opportunities for farmers in navigating global markets. Tune in to hear insights on what lies ahead for the state's specialty crops and rural economy.
Published 11/25/24
In this episode, California rancher Sherry Brennan discusses how targeted grazing can help reduce wildfire risks and restore fire-prone landscapes. Drawing from her experience with the devastating 2013 Rim Fire, she highlights the ecological and economic impacts of unchecked fuel loads and the challenges of balancing wildfire prevention with regulations. Sherry also shares her hopes for collaboration between ranchers, policymakers, and environmental groups to implement meaningful land...
Published 11/22/24
Published 11/22/24
Today’s show starts with Russell Taylor, Vice President of Live Earth Products, who discusses humates and fulvic acid. Next, we’re joined by Jeffrey Shaw, Director of Research at Bee Hero, for a conversation on bee health and new ways to monitor honeybees. Finally, we have today's Almond Update which features Elizabeth Watkins and how cooking can help people learn about the almond industry.
Published 11/21/24
On today’s show we’re joined by Francie Tolle, who is the USDA Risk Management Agency Deputy Administrator for Compliance.
Published 11/20/24
Today we have interviews from National Association of Farm Broadcasting’s Trade Talk.
Published 11/19/24
Today, we continue the discussion on what the election could mean for agriculture. We also talk about sustainability with the How Good company.
Published 11/18/24
We continue reporting from the National Association of farm broadcastings annual convention in Kansas City, MO. Today we start off with Dan Halstrom of the United Meat Export Federation.
Published 11/15/24
California almonds had some market access issues in Italy this last crop year around mold inspections. The Almond Board of California's Abhi Kulkarni visited with Italian industry members recently about the food safety processes the industry has in place.  On today’s show, ABC's Taylor Hillman recaps the meetings in the latest Almond Byte from ABC. 
Published 11/14/24
As we continue with NAFB week, we’re joined by farm broadcaster from Surprise, Nebraska, Susan Littlefield, who talks about the importance of farm broadcasting in her community, her work as a volunteer firefighter, and farming in Nebraska.
Published 11/13/24
As we continue with NAFB week, we’re joined by farm broadcaster from North Dakota, Rusty Halvorson, who talks about recent wildfires in cattle country, the state’s hemp regulations, and the possible future for North Dakota Governor, Doug Burgum, who is rumored to be in the running for a spot in the President-elect’s administration.
Published 11/12/24
On today’s show we’re joined by farm broadcaster from Indiana, C.J. Miller who talks about his role as Assistant News Director with Hoosier Ag Today and Michigan Ag Today, his switch from general news to agriculture news, and what it’s like covering the nation’s agriculture.
Published 11/11/24
On today’s show CJ Miller talks with Kip Tom, the Co-Chair of "Farmers and Ranchers for Trump" and one of several names being mentioned as possible Secretary of Agriculture in the new Trump Administration. Sabrina Halvorson talks with USDA Undersecretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jenny Lester Moffitt, about opportunities for organic growers.
Published 11/08/24
Today’s guest in Ethan Lane, Vice President of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, who joins us to talk about what the election results could mean for agriculture. We also have this week's almond update.
Published 11/07/24
Today we’re taking a breather from election news and learning about some tools for the farm that you may not think about every day: boots and trucks. We learn about a new truck specifically designed for the farm and ranch, and we talk with Jordan Anderson of Rocky Brands about quality and functionality in farm footwear.
Published 11/06/24
Today’s guest is Brian Winnekins, the reporter who has led the charge on the Pure Prairie Poultry story. He gives us a behind the scenes look at reporting on the story and tells us what he saw while investigating.
Published 11/05/24
On today’s show we learn more about how California Governor Gavin Newsom’s directive to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to accelerate studying how California could increase ethanol blending in gasoline to allow the sales of E15.   We also talk about regenerative agriculture with J. D. Capuano, head of research at HowGood.
Published 11/04/24
On today’s show we have a preview of the AgGateway Annual Conference that will be starting November 11th in Austin.
Published 11/01/24
Today’s guests include Ben Aneff, the president of the U. S. Wine Trade Alliance who discusses how tariffs can devastate the wine industry; and  Claudia Carter, Executive Director of the California Wheat Commission and Jadee Rohner, Executive Director of the Arizona Grain Research & Promotion Council who discuss the high quality wheat grown in California and Arizona.
Published 10/31/24
On today’s show we’re joined by Senator Pete Ricketts of Nebraska, to discuss the Securing American Agriculture Act, which among other things would require the U.S. Department of Agriculture, in conjunction with the U.S. Trade Representative and the Department of Commerce, to conduct an annual threat assessment of critical food and agricultural supply chains. We’re also joined by Lesli Allison, chief executive of the Western Landowners Alliance to talk about a recent USDA secretarial...
Published 10/30/24
On today’s show we learn about Farmers for Monarchs and its goal to help the monarch butterfly population. We also get an update on the pistachio market.
Published 10/29/24
On today’s show we learn about the regenerative, permanent tree crop, pongamia, and its uses. We also talk with best selling author Simon Parkin about his new book about the botanists who risked their lives to save the world’s first seed bank during World War II. We start with the NCBA and the latest dietary restrictions.
Published 10/28/24
On today’s show we continue coverage of the FIRA USA conference with an interview with Walt Duflock, Vice President of Innovation at Western Growers.
Published 10/25/24
On today’s show we return to the FIRA USA conference. We also have this week’s Almond Update.
Published 10/24/24
On today’s show Sabrina reports from FIRA USA at the Yolo County Fairgrounds. She starts with an interview with California Secretary of Food and Agriculture Karen Ross on the future of ag in California and the current management of H5NX in dairy cattle.
Published 10/23/24