Grainiacs

Riceland Foods, Inc.

Some call us nerds. Others call us crazy. We call ourselves Grainiacs. We've got grain on the brain, and we're getting inside our experts' heads. In our podcast, we will topics from every inch of the rice industry and our cooperative.Whether we are exploring new farming techniques, agribusiness and trade topics, or stories and trends around food, cooking, and culture, Riceland is doing the "rice" thing. We're all about growing for good and feeding the world. Join our community as we explore the field of issues in growing, marketing, cooking, and eating (but mostly growing) the most popular grain on earth.

  1. 6月17日

    Soybeans Unpacked: Inside Crushing, Refining and Sales with Amy Smith and Chris Cline

    What happens after a soybean leaves the farm?   In this episode of Grainiacs, Amy Smith, Soy Division Manager, and Chris Cline, VP of Oil Sales, take us inside Riceland’s soy division to follow the journey from crushing and refining all the way to the marketplace.   Amy shares how precision and operational efficiency drive quality, while Chris explains how those products are positioned and sold across diverse customer channels.   It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the people and processes powering Riceland’s soy success.

    26分

  2. 6月2日

    Coverage That Counts: Navigating Crop Insurance with Confidence

    Crop insurance is more than a safety net—it’s a strategic tool that can make or break a season. In this episode of Grainiacs, we sit down with Morgan Mayer, owner and agent of Delta Risk Management, and Kyle Stovesand, VP of Lending & Branch Manager at AgHeritage Farm Credit Service in Stuttgart, to unpack the real-world impact of crop insurance decisions.  From understanding policy options to optimizing coverage for today’s volatile markets, Morgan and Kyle break down the complexities into practical, actionable insights. They share what growers need to know about risk management, coverage levels, and common mistakes that could cost you when it matters most.  Whether you’re reevaluating your current plan or building a long-term risk strategy, this conversation delivers clarity, confidence, and a smarter approach to protecting your farm.

    30分

  3. 5月21日

    Margin Pressure and Field Decisions with Dr. Ronnie Helms & Dr. Ford Baldwin

    Rising input costs, stubborn pest and weed pressure, and tighter margins are forcing tougher decisions across the farm. And there’s no one-size-fits-all answer.   In this episode, we sit down with industry experts Dr. Ronnie Helms and Dr. Ford Baldwin to unpack what growers are up against this season. From evolving weed resistance and crop protection strategies to balancing costs without sacrificing yield, we dig into the key factors shaping decision-making right now. Tune in as we discuss practical insights and real-world approaches to managing weeds in today’s environment.

    25分

  4. 5月6日

    Tight Margins, Tough Decisions with Dr. Hunter Biram

    Low commodity prices and elevated input costs are putting pressure on operations across the board, and that’s just part of the story. In this episode, we sit down with Riceland’s government affairs team and ag economist Dr. Hunter Biram to break down the biggest factors shaping this season’s outlook. From persistent input costs and global market influences to policy conversations happening in Washington, we cover what’s driving risk right now and how farmers can think about managing it.

    34分

  5. 4月29日

    More than Milling: Turning Rice into A Consumer Product

    You’ve done the hard work in the field, but what happens after your rice leaves the farm?  This episode pulls back the curtain on everything that happens behind the scenes, from quality standards to the steps that turn your crop into a consumer-ready product.

    16分

  6. 4月9日

    Fewer Acres, Big Questions: Rice Planting Season Update

    Spring planting is underway, and there’s a lot to unpack. In this episode of Grainiacs, we sit down with Jarrod Hardke from the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Cooperative Extension Service to talk through how planting season is shaping up across the Mid-South. From weather conditions and early progress to input decisions and field conditions, Jarrod shares what he’s seeing on the ground right now. We also dig into one of the biggest topics of the year: a smaller rice crop. What’s driving the shift in acreage, and what could it mean for the months ahead?

    22分

  7. 3月26日

    At the Table: Riceland Farmers Visit DC

    Grainiacs

    28分

  8. 3月12日

    Kevin McGilton on Medium Grain, Markets & the 2026 Season

    We’re kicking off the 2026 growing season with a special conversation featuring Riceland President and CEO, Kevin McGilton. Fresh off district membership meetings, Kevin shares a candid update on market conditions, including signs of improvement in rice and bean futures, and the realities we’re still navigating.  A key focus of the discussion: medium grain.

    26分
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番組について

Some call us nerds. Others call us crazy. We call ourselves Grainiacs. We've got grain on the brain, and we're getting inside our experts' heads. In our podcast, we will topics from every inch of the rice industry and our cooperative.Whether we are exploring new farming techniques, agribusiness and trade topics, or stories and trends around food, cooking, and culture, Riceland is doing the "rice" thing. We're all about growing for good and feeding the world. Join our community as we explore the field of issues in growing, marketing, cooking, and eating (but mostly growing) the most popular grain on earth.

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  • クリエイター
    Riceland Foods, Inc.
  • 配信期間
    23年 - 26年
  • エピソード
    40
  • 制限指定
    不適切な内容を含まない
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Riceland Foods. All Rights Reserved
  • 番組のWebサイト
    Grainiacs

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