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BJ Tanksley joins us on the podcast to talk about broadband access for rural Missouri, how it's been an ongoing point of emphasis for both MOFB and the state of Missouri, and how a recent summit provided key updates to leaders in the industry.Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to have Digging In sent directly to your smart device each time i…
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This week kicks off a new monthly market update. Davin Althoff, MOFB's Director of Marketing and Commodities, delivers the latest insight on the livestock & grain markets, and details from the weekly harvest progress report.Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to have Digging In sent directly to your smart device each time it's released!Host: …
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Scott Faughn, host of This Week in Missouri Politics, joins us ahead of the general election. Scott provides insight on some down-ballot elections, the MOFB PAC endorsed candidates, and his prediction for some political races. If you are a Missouri resident, listen in, and then get out and vote on Tuesday, November 5th!Host: Janet Adkison, MOFB Dir…
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Spencer Tuma sits down on the latest Digging In installment to offer insight on Rails to Trails legislation and the background leading up to the private policy rights proposal. She also brings us an update on the farm bill as we head into 2025. Host: Janet Adkison, MOFB Director of Public Affairs & AdvocacyGuest: Spencer Tuma, MOFB Director of Nati…
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The farm economy was a key subject during the recent Agri-Pulse Ag Outlook Summit in Kansas City. In this episode of Digging In, we here from USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer and Former Senate Ag Committee Chief Economist, John Newton who offer their perspective on the ag economy and status of the farm bill.Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts …
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Joining President Hawkins on this episode of Think Big, Do Good is his long-time friend Caleb Jones. Jones has left footprints in both the Missouri and U.S. Capitols, all while staying true to his rural roots in Moniteau County, Missouri. After years of public service, he assumed his current role as CEO of the Missouri Electric Cooperatives, contin…
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Continuing with our special election series on our podcast, President Hawkins and Senator Josh Hawley are featured on this week's episode of Digging In. Senator Hawley shares insight from his first term as U.S. Senator, as well as what he believes is at stake for rural America as we look to the future.Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to ha…
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Last week, MOFB held their annual IMPACT class tour. Members of the 2024 class had to opportunity to visit agribusinesses in the Nashville area. Three members of the class joined us on the podcast this week to review why they made the decision to be part of the cohort and their favorite parts of their time in Tennessee.Subscribe wherever you listen…
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Following his presentation at the annual MOFB Commodity Conference, Roger McEowen, Professor of Agricultural Law and Taxation at Washburn University, joined us for the podcast. In this episode, he covers a variety of topics, including electronic animal identification, tax policies and the shortage of agriculture law professionals in rural areas. Su…
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As a host for RFD-TV, co-owner of Billy Bob's Texas, and former Miss Rodeo America, Pam Minick is a true icon in Western Sports. She joins us for the newest episode in our "Think Big, Do Good" series. We take a look back at her incredible life and career, from Nevada to Texas, as she navigated the rodeo, pageant and broadcasting world. Tune in to h…
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Each year during the Missouri State Fair, a press conference is hosted at the MOFB building on Legislative Day. At this conference, elected leaders share their legislative updates with fairgoers and media. The legislators that spoke at the press conference this year included Governor Mike Parson, Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe, Senator Eric Schmitt…
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Scott Faughn, Host of This Week in Missouri Politics, joins us on the podcast this week to discuss the upcoming primary election. Giving his opinion on each of the MOFB PAC endorsed candidates, Scott gives us his prediction of many of the current political races. If you are a Missouri resident, be sure to listen in to this podcast, and then get out…
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To help kick off a two-day tour across Mid-Missouri, former senator Kurt Schaefer joined President Hawkins on the podcast. Missouri Farm Bureau’s (MOFB) Political Action Committee (PAC) endorsed Kurt Schaefer for election to the U.S. House of Representatives in Missouri’s 3rd Congressional District. If given the opportunity, Schaefer has plans to "…
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Missouri State Fair Director Jason Moore joins us on the podcast this week to provide a preview of "Summer's Best Story." The Missouri State Fair will be held August 8-18, with fun for the entire family. Make plans to attend this year's fair, and be sure to swing by the MOFB building for your $0.25 milk! Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to…
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The Department of Energy recently announced the proposed phase II of the National Interest Electric Transmission Corridor (NIETC). A list of preliminary, potential corridors includes the Midwest Plains, spanning 5 miles wide and 780 miles long across portions of Illinois, Indiana, Kansas and Missouri. MOFB Director of Regulatory Affairs Dan Engeman…
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Davin Althoff, MOFB Director of Marketing and Commodities, joins us on Digging In to discuss the upcoming Missouri Farm Bureau Agritourism Conference! This year's event will be held July 14-16 in Hannibal, MO. For more information on the conference, visit https://mofb.org/event/2024-agritourism-conference/.Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts …
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Gatlin Didier is an actor, producer, and rancher - born and raised in rural western Oklahoma where he learned at a young age that to keep busy you have to entertain yourself and a lot of times others. Growing up on his family's ranch that has been around since 1902, he also wants to make content that highlights that way of life - country livin'. Tu…
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This week, President Hawkins invited Sen. Lincoln Hough to join him on the podcast. Hailing from Greene County, Hough is a first-generation rancher with the hopes to become the next Missouri Lieutenant Governor. Currently serving in the Missouri Senate and chairing the Appropriations Committee, Hough has used his experience and background to delive…
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Last Monday, the MOFB Political Action Committee (PAC) voted to endorse Andrew Bailey for a full term as Missouri’s Attorney General. Following that time, Bailey joined MOFB President Garrett Hawkins to talk about his background, history during his time as the incumbent attorney general, and his goals for the state of Missouri as he looks to the fu…
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The passion for both agriculture and journalism were developed in Sara Wyant from a young age. Having grown up as an Iowa farm girl, she blazed her own career path, which later led to establishing a well-known news source for agriculture policy and industry updates: Agri-Pulse Communications. Listen in as Sara tells us her story and imparts her adv…
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Join President Garrett Hawkins as he hosts this week's Digging In with Missouri Farm Bureau podcast, featuring special guest Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe. Together, they explore Lt. Governor Kehoe's background, his deep affection for rural Missouri and the path that led him into politics. Listen in as the MOFB PAC-endorsed gubernatorial candidate…
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May is Beef Month! To celebrate, we sat down with MOFB member Tanner Clark, who raises cattle with his family in Douglas County. Clark shared how he got started in the beef business and gives us some insight to his current operation. He is also running for a position on the Missouri Beef Industry Council to help continue laying the groundwork for g…
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It's National Teacher Appreciation Week! We all have a teacher who helped shape our lives, and within the agriculture industry, it is likely that was an ag teacher. Joining us on the podcast this week are former agriculture teacher and Missouri Teach Ag Coordinator Pam Proffitt-Rowland, as well as Tiffany Rouse Kauffman, Agriculture Teacher and FFA…
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Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) was identified in U.S. dairy cattle for the first time in March 2024. Although a case has not been detected in Missouri, Missouri State Veterinarian Dr. Steve Strubberg joins us on the podcast this week to talk about the implications it has on the dairy industry, and what this means for dairy producers and e…
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How does a small town farm boy make it to the big city? Larry Case will tell you it happens when opportunity meets preparation, in addition to a strong faith and supportive family. The former National FFA Advisor, shares his journey from Stet, Missouri, to Washington, D.C., all while making an incredible impact on his students, fellow agriculture t…
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Megan Richner, a Missouri Farm Bureau Member, recently graduated from the American Farm Bureau's Partners in Advocacy Leadership Program (PAL). The two-year program provides participants with executive-level skills through unique opportunities to represent agriculture through the media, public, and government. Megan shares her experiences from the …
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While many farmers have already filed their taxes, its always good to keep track of changes looming in the future. Paul Neiffer, ag accounting expert and Author of FarmCPAReport.com, joins us to discuss all things taxes for the year ahead.Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to have Digging In sent directly to your smart device each time it's …
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The State of Missouri received $1.7 billion through the federal Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program to bring broadband service to all Missourians. The goal of the BEAD State Challenge Process is to improve the Missouri Broadband Map so that the Office of Broadband Development (OBD) has the most accurate map possible to make fun…
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Happy National Ag Week! This week is full of celebrations surrounding our industry, but many will take place tomorrow, March 19, during National Ag Day. Joining us on the podcast to talk about tomorrow's festivities is Ag Day Chair Jenni Badding. For more information, visit https://www.agday.org/2024events.Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts …
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Last week, our members engaged with legislators on the state level as part of the MOFB Legislative Briefing. Next week, our members will engage with congressional leaders in our nation's capitol during the MOFB Legislative Trip to Washington, D.C. President Garrett Hawkins joins us to highlight key pieces of both events, as well as other things to …
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Rob Sharkey, The Shark Farmer, had a unique and challenging start to his current business venture. On this episode of "Think Big, Do Good," Rob shares his personal story about overcoming obstacles on his family operation and an important message about paying it forward for those who follow in your footsteps. Subscribe to our channel so you don't mi…
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Thank a Farmer Week is quickly approaching March 3-9! We invited MOFB Director of Promotion & Education, Jennifer Poindexter, to join us and highlight a few of the things Missouri Farm Bureau is doing to recognize and celebrate the farmers and ranchers of our state during that time. For more information, visit https://mofb.org/events/.Subscribe whe…
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Matt Moreland, Owner of Red Barn Ranch in Harrisonville, MO, was a presenter at our recent MOFB Young Farmers and Ranchers Conference at the Lake of the Ozarks. Moreland joins us on the podcast to tell us a little about his agritourism destination, how he got started and how he has grown his business to what it is today.Subscribe wherever you liste…
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Missouri Farm Bureau President Garrett Hawkins joins us on the podcast this week to provide a rundown on the happenings at the recent American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Annual Convention, as well as upcoming events for MOFB members.Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to have Digging In sent directly to your smart device each time it's rel…
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Join us for a preview of the upcoming MOFB Young Farmers and Ranchers Conference with MOFB Senior Director of Field Services Eric Volmer! There are a lot of exciting things for young farmers to look forward to at this event, happening February 9-11, 2024. From informational sessions to live music to trivia, there's sure to be something for everyone…
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We are adding a new part to the Digging In podcast with our series called, "Think Big, Do Good." This series was designed with feel-good stories in mind, as we highlight those who dared to dream big without losing sight of what is important in their hearts. Former farm broadcaster Max Armstrong kicks of this new series. While traveling the world co…
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Our team will be heading to Salt Lake City, Utah, this week for the 105th American Farm Bureau Convention. Joining us on the podcast are Spencer Tuma, MOFB Director of National Legislative Affairs, and Dan Engemann, MOFB Director of Regulatory Affairs, to give us a preview of the convention, the policy process and policy priorities MOFB will be pre…
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Missouri's Legislative Session began last week on January 3 and runs through May 17, 2024. We invited Ben Travlos, MOFB Director of State and Local Legislative Affairs, on the podcast this week to discuss Missouri Farm Bureau's policy priorities during this session and give us a legislative preview for the year ahead. Subscribe wherever you listen …
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Zach Ducheneaux, USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator, encourages farmers and ranchers to apply for FSA programs, especially individuals who have previously been turned down or discouraged from participating. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to have Digging In sent directly to your smart device each time it's released!Host: Janet A…
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Alexis Taylor, USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, joins us to talk about the agriculture trade missions USDA has scheduled for 2024. They are currently accepting applications from U.S. agriculture exporters, including rural agri-business leaders, who would like to participate.Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts t…
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We have two guests on this week's episode of Digging In! AFBF Executive Vice President Joby Young, talks about the 2018 Farm Bill year-long extension. AFBF has called on Congress to finalize the 5-year bill, but questions arise on that possibility amid election year politics. Farah Ahmad, USDA Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development, encourage…
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During the 2023 Annual Meeting, Missouri Farm Bureau - in partnership with Brownfield Ag News - hosted a 2024 Missouri Gubernatorial Forum, in which four leading candidates for Governor spoke to MOFB members about their platforms and important agricultural issues.Brownfield's Carah Hart sat down with each candidate, and in this recording, you will …
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During the 2023 Annual Meeting, Missouri Farm Bureau - in partnership with Brownfield Ag News - hosted a 2024 Missouri Gubernatorial Forum, in which four leading candidates for Governor spoke to MOFB members about their platforms and important agricultural issues.Brownfield's Carah Hart sat down with each candidate, and in this recording, you will …
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During the 2023 Annual Meeting, Missouri Farm Bureau - in partnership with Brownfield Ag News - hosted a 2024 Missouri Gubernatorial Forum, in which four leading candidates for Governor spoke to MOFB members about their platforms and important agricultural issues.Brownfield's Carah Hart sat down with each candidate, and in this recording, you will …
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During the 2023 Annual Meeting, Missouri Farm Bureau - in partnership with Brownfield Ag News - hosted a 2024 Missouri Gubernatorial Forum, in which four leading candidates for Governor spoke to MOFB members about their platforms and important agricultural issues.Brownfield's Carah Hart sat down with each candidate, and in this recording, you will …
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Drought, decreased herd sizes, and lower yields are just a few of the obstacles Missouri farmers faced this year. Due to these challenges and more, the Rural & Farm Finance Policy Analysis Center's newly published Farm Income Outlook Report shows net farm income is expected to decrease in the next few years. However, Dr. Scott Brown, Interim Direct…
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Sara Wyant, Owner and Editor of Agri-Pulse, joins us again on the podcast for another Washington, D.C. update. With a new Speaker of the House selected, Sara shares some insight on what this could mean for the upcoming Farm Bill, as well as other political topics on her radar as we start to round out 2023. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts …
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The Disney movie "The Rookie" is based upon a true story about a coach who discovers that dreams can come true at any stage of life. That coach, Jim Morris, is one of our guest speakers at the MOFB Annual Meeting! On this episode, Jim discusses how the movie came to be, what filming was like, and gives a sneak peek into his message for our upcoming…
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On October 13, the Public Service Commission (PSC) authorized the Grain Belt Express to relocate the Missouri converter station from Ralls County to Monroe County, increase transmission capacity and relocate the AC connector line (the “Tiger Connector”) from Ralls County to Monroe, Audrain, and Callaway Counties. Digging In guest Brent Haden, Found…
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American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President, Zippy Duvall, digs in to variety of topics on this episode, ranging from Farm Bill progress to peanut production! Plus, Zippy gives us a sneak peek on the topics he plans to cover at the upcoming MOFB Annual Meeting and AFBF Annual Convention. More on MOFB's Annual Meeting can be found at https://mo…
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