Out Standing in the Field

University of Illinois Extension in DeWitt, Macon & Piatt Counties
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Out Standing in the Field is a podcast from the DeWitt, Macon & Piatt County University of Illinois Extension offices. Educator Doug Gucker covers seasonal agriculture issues specific to Central Illinois. Follow him on Twitter @SoilWaterDoug University of Illinois * U.S. Department of Agriculture * Local Extension Councils Cooperating University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate please contact the extension office at 217.877.6042.

  1. May 18

    Weathering Stress and the Season

    Commercial Ag Educator, Doug Gucker emphasizes the importance of mental health for farmers and producers in this episode, and provides multiple contact numbers for resources for individuals and families. Additionally, Gucker provides a crop report for East Central Illinois and discusses the impact that recently passed legislation will have upon farmers.

    10 min

  2. 09/29/2025

    Are Black Swans Circling over Illinois Farm Fields

    University of Illinois Extension Agriculture Educator Doug Gucker discusses the financial outlook for farmers and strategies for surviving low-profit years.

    8 min
  3. Spring weather affecting crops, markets

    05/18/2021

    Spring weather affecting crops, markets

    Illinois Extension Educator Doug Gucker talks about the effects temperature has had on current crops, discusses the market, and a crop scouting competition for teens in this episode of Out Standing In the Field.

    6 min
  4. Long Range Price Forecast for Grains and more!

    11/23/2020

    Long Range Price Forecast for Grains and more!

    Doug Gucker discusses the USDA long-range price forecast for grains, corn production changes over the last 15 years, South America and the Ukraine production, and the Illinois Farm Economic Summit

    8 min
  5. Healthy Meals in the Field

    10/13/2020

    Healthy Meals in the Field

    Doug Gucker talks with Registered Dietitian Caitlin Mellendorf about the importance of nutrition for farmers during harvest season. More information about Healthy Meals can be found in the Know How, Know More blog at go.illinois.edu/khkm read. For Central Illinois ag updates, follow Doug on Twitter @soilwaterDoug. Learn more about Extension at go.illinois.edu/dmp

    7 min
  6. Farmland Lease Trends

    09/24/2020

    Farmland Lease Trends

    Extension Education Doug Gucker talks about farmland lease trends, variability in crop yields and ways to reduce stress.

    6 min
  7. A Brief Introduction to the Available Government Relief Programs

    04/15/2020

    A Brief Introduction to the Available Government Relief Programs

    A short synopsis of the multiple relief programs created by the government, a quick check on winter weeds and insect capture and a reminder to invest some time in yourself during these stressful times.

    8 min
  8. Navigating Markets in Uncertain Times

    03/26/2020

    Navigating Markets in Uncertain Times

    Over the past couple of weeks, stock and commodity agriculture markets have been struggling. We are currently in a flash recession, according to University of Illinois Agriculture Economists Todd Hubbs and Scott Irwin. The good news is it should end relatively quickly. FarmDoc Webinars Sign up to stream live: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2099348534071817995 Watch after: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLygb9o2FACqsAwhy8n9p61rCEAWk81WwG Acres of Knowledge blog: https://extension.illinois.edu/blogs/acres-knowledge/2020-03-27-navigating-agricultural-markets-uncertain-times For Central Illinois ag updates, follow Doug on Twitter @soilwaterDoug. Learn more about Extension at go.illinois.edu/dmp

    7 min
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Out Standing in the Field is a podcast from the DeWitt, Macon & Piatt County University of Illinois Extension offices. Educator Doug Gucker covers seasonal agriculture issues specific to Central Illinois. Follow him on Twitter @SoilWaterDoug University of Illinois * U.S. Department of Agriculture * Local Extension Councils Cooperating University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate please contact the extension office at 217.877.6042.

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  • Creator
    University of Illinois Extension in DeWitt, Macon & Piatt Counties
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Clean
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