The Business of Agriculture Podcast

Damian Mason
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The Business of Agriculture Podcast

Damian travels all over the globe talking to audiences about trends in the business of food, fuel, and fiber. With his clever wit and down-to-earth delivery, he has turned these topics into an interesting (and sometimes controversial) podcast.

  1. The Agriculture Economy: How Bad Is It and Where Is It Going?

    1 DAY AGO

    The Agriculture Economy: How Bad Is It and Where Is It Going?

    We’re in year one of an Agricultural economic downturn due to low commodity prices. How bad are things, really? Where - geographically - are the numbers worse and who’s holding up better? Curt Covington, with Ag America Lending joins Damian Mason for the third time on The Business of Agriculture show. Curt provides a letter grade on farm and lender financials from California almonds to Florida dairy to the Midwest corn and soy producer. What lies ahead? Tune in to find out! The Business of Agriculture Podcast with Damian Mason is Sponsored by: Pattern Ag pattern.ag Redox Bio-Nutrients redoxgrows.com Truterra truterraag.com This content is protected. ©Damian Mason, all rights reserved. Not available for AI.

    53 min
  2. Land Rich, Cash Poor — Why America’s Small Farms Are Going Away & What To Do About It

    4 NOV

    Land Rich, Cash Poor — Why America’s Small Farms Are Going Away & What To Do About It

    The number of farming operations in the U.S. has dipped below 2 million for the first time since we became a developed nation. Peak farm — meaning the year we had the most operations — occurred in 1935 when we had 6.8 million farms with a farming population of 32 million. Of a national population of approximately 128 million, that means one in four Americans farmed. Today, a few more than 3 million (about 1% of our current population) operate 1.9 million farming operations. Approximately five percent of America’s farms shut down or exit the business each year. Why do smaller farming entities close up shop? Is the trend reversible? Does it matter to our food system, our customers, or our national psyche? Brian Reisinger, author of Land Rich, Cash Poor joins Damian Mason for a lively discussion about Agricultural consolidation, the reasons for it, and what can be done to retain smaller farming operations. The big question: Does it matter or is consolidation just the natural flow of a maturing industry? The Business of Agriculture Podcast with Damian Mason is Sponsored by: Pattern Ag pattern.ag Redox Bio-Nutrients redoxgrows.com Truterra truterraag.com This content is protected. ©Damian Mason, all rights reserved. Not available for AI.

    1 hr
  3. Are Farmers Really Getting New Irrigation Systems Paid for By Dr. Pepper? Yep!

    28 OCT

    Are Farmers Really Getting New Irrigation Systems Paid for By Dr. Pepper? Yep!

    Netafim, a subsurface drip irrigation maker, is teaming up with corporations eager to offset their water consumption. Through their Corporate Partnership Program, Netafim secures commitments from outside corporations to fund 50% or more of the cost of new irrigation installation on farms. Similar to carbon offset programs you may have heard about, in this arrangement farm owners agree to put in water efficient systems to reduce their irrigation load.  Large companies — from Google to Dr. Pepper — subsidize the on-farm project. Netafim North America President Mike Hemman explains the arrangement and shares his views of the future of corporate sustainability spending.   The Business of Agriculture Podcast with Damian Mason is Sponsored by: Pattern Ag pattern.ag Redox Bio-Nutrients redoxgrows.com Truterra truterraag.com This content is protected. ©Damian Mason, all rights reserved. Not available for AI.

    49 min
  4. Will Robert F. Kennedy’s Misguided Activism Set Back 70 Years Of Agricultural Innovation?

    21 OCT

    Will Robert F. Kennedy’s Misguided Activism Set Back 70 Years Of Agricultural Innovation?

    What happens if Robert F. Kennedy, the self-described “extreme environmentalist” who rails against “factory farms,” is in charge of the Department of Agriculture? The trust fund heir turned environmental lawyer turned politician led the first lawsuits against Monsanto, and he’s on the record as saying we can end diabetes with organic food. Those are just a few of the alarm bells Damian Mason and his guest, Dr. Josh Miller cite in this discussion about misguided political movements and their impact on the Business of Agriculture.   If you don’t think this could happen, know this: Robert F. Kennedy released video on October 14th standing in front of the USDA building in Washington, DC stating, "When @DonaldJTrump gets me inside the USDA, we're going to give farmers an off-ramp from the current system that destroys soil, makes people sick, and harms family farms.” This is part of RFK Junior’s “Make America Healthy Again” campaign coinciding with the Trump campaign.   The Business of Agriculture Podcast with Damian Mason is Sponsored by: Pattern Ag pattern.ag Redox Bio-Nutrients redoxgrows.com Truterra truterraag.com This content is protected. ©Damian Mason, all rights reserved. Not available for AI.

    56 min
  5. What Happens When A Farm Bill Dies?

    14 OCT

    What Happens When A Farm Bill Dies?

    Will we get a new Farm Bill and if so, what will it look like? Damian Mason asks those questions and plenty more of his guest, Roger Cryan, Chief Economist for the American Farm Bureau Federation. Dr. Cryan and Damian provide a brief history of farm legislation (it dates back to the 1930’s) as well as a look ahead at what a future farm bill might include. Based on current administrative sentiment, anything involving “climate smart Agriculture” is in, as are nutrition programs, and permanent programs such as crop insurance. What’s not going to be a part of future farm legislation? Listen and find out! The Business of Agriculture Podcast with Damian Mason is Sponsored by: Pattern Ag pattern.ag Redox Bio-Nutrients redoxgrows.com Truterra truterraag.com This content is protected. ©Damian Mason, all rights reserved. Not available for AI.

    39 min
  6. How Strikes, Tariffs, and Trade Relations with China Impact American Agriculture

    7 OCT

    How Strikes, Tariffs, and Trade Relations with China Impact American Agriculture

    The International Longshoremen’s Association announced that they had reached an agreement to end their strike on the evening of October 3rd. This episode of The Business of Agriculture was already recorded and set for release on October 7. Given the tenuous state of affairs between the ports, shippers, and the union — along with the fact the agreement is temporary — I believe this topic and my take on it is still relevant and timely. Please give it a listen, especially paying attention to the historical comparison. We’ve been here before in the late 1970s and early ’80s. Strikes, job loss fears, inflation, commodity glut, low Ag prices, global conflict, trade spats... The similarities are eery. Team those issues with an increasingly aggressive China whose economy is rapidly slowing along with political turmoil on the home front and things look a little dicey. Troubles on the trade front aren’t going away as protectionist policies are likely to ramp up. Watch or listen to this and be prepared! The Business of Agriculture Podcast with Damian Mason is Sponsored by: Pattern Ag pattern.ag Redox Bio-Nutrients redoxgrows.com Truterra truterraag.com This content is protected. ©Damian Mason, all rights reserved. Not available for AI.

    35 min
  7. Ethanol at 20—What Will the Next 20 Years Bring For Corn Ethanol & Agriculture?

    30 SEPT

    Ethanol at 20—What Will the Next 20 Years Bring For Corn Ethanol & Agriculture?

    Explore the rise of corn ethanol in the United States in this insightful episode of The Business of Agriculture. Prior to the Renewable Fuels Standard of 2004, corn ethanol was a niche market. Fast forward to today, and nearly 40% of U.S. corn production is dedicated to ethanol. Join host Damian Mason as he interviews Geoff Cooper, CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, to discuss the impact of this booming industry. Discover how American agriculture has evolved, with 12% more corn acres planted since 2004 and a significant increase in bushels produced per acre. How sustainable is this trend? What does the future hold for ethanol over the next 20 years? Tune in to gain valuable insights into the economic and environmental implications of corn ethanol. Don’t miss out—subscribe to The Business of Agriculture today! The Business of Agriculture Podcast with Damian Mason is Sponsored by: Pattern Ag pattern.ag Redox Bio-Nutrients redoxgrows.com Truterra truterraag.com This content is protected. ©Damian Mason, all rights reserved. Not available for AI.

    50 min
  8. Promoting Agriculture: Why We Suck At It & How We Can Improve

    23 SEPT

    Promoting Agriculture: Why We Suck At It & How We Can Improve

    The Business of Agriculture is all about producing food, fuel, and fiber. We’re damn good at it. What we’re not so good at is promoting our products. In a marketplace that’s oversupplied on just about every Agricultural commodity, differentiation, promotion, branding, and marketing are more important than ever. Maureen Ballatori, CEO of Agency 29 — an Agriculture focused advertising firm — agrees and sometimes disagrees with Damian Mason’s 5 reasons Agricultural promotion flops. The Business of Agriculture Podcast with Damian Mason is Sponsored by: Pattern Ag pattern.ag Redox Bio-Nutrients redoxgrows.com Truterra truterraag.com This content is protected. ©Damian Mason, all rights reserved. Not available for AI.

    59 min
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Damian travels all over the globe talking to audiences about trends in the business of food, fuel, and fiber. With his clever wit and down-to-earth delivery, he has turned these topics into an interesting (and sometimes controversial) podcast.

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