The Breakdown with INFB

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For more than 100 years, Indiana Farm Bureau has protected and enhanced the future of agriculture and our communities. To continue that legacy and communicate more with our members, we’ve created The Breakdown with INFB, a podcast that will feature prominent leaders in the ag industry, newsmakers and even some average folks with interesting stories to tell.

  1. 12/03/2025

    37. Damon West - Indiana Ag Gathering keynote speaker

    This interview provides a sneak peak into of some of the topics that will be discussed at the Indiana Ag Gathering, formerly known as State Convention, to be held Dec. 12-13, 2025, at the French Lick Resort in French Lick, Indiana. Damon West, best-selling author, philanthropist and college professor, talks about his personal story of overcoming extreme adversity. West shows that no matter what the obstacles are in your life, you, too, can overcome them by choosing to be like the coffee bean and change your pot of boiling water into a pot of coffee. Visit https://infb.org/events for more information.

    17 min

  2. 11/05/2025

    36. Indiana Agriculture Nutrient Alliance

    A conversation with Ben Wicker and Hans Schmitz from the Indiana Agriculture Nutrient Alliance (IANA). They talk about what their organization does and how Farm Bureau members can use their assistance to fine-tune nutrient management practices, maximizing productivity while protecting Indiana’s resources. Visit keepitmidwest.com for more information.

    23 min

  3. 10/01/2025

    35. Collegiate Farm Bureau students talk future of ag

    A discussion with representatives from Indiana's three Collegiate Farm Bureau chapters: Jayden Simpson from Purdue University, Tara de Jong from Huntington University, and Emma Buening from Vincennes University. These three students talk about issues they care about in agriculture, where they see the industry going and how to get involved at the college level. Visit the INFB website for more information.

    23 min

  4. 09/03/2025

    34. Youth Engagement in Agriculture

    The Indiana State Fair is over, but Indiana Farm Bureau is celebrating a successful showing at the annual weeks-long event and quality time spent with the youth involved in agriculture. Annie Romine, INFB's youth engagement coordinator, shares more about her work with youth and collegiate level Farm Bureau activities and how more young people can get involved in agriculture. Want to learn more? Visit infb.org or contact Annie at AFiesbeck-Romine@infb.org.

    16 min

  5. 08/06/2025

    33. COO and Treasurer Mark Sigler on retirement and INFB history

    An interview with Mark Sigler, INFB chief operating officer and treasurer, who is retiring Sept. 1 after 38 years with Farm Bureau. Sigler started at INFB in 1987 as marketing assistant in the commodity department and in the years since has held a number of positions within the organization. He talks about the changes that have happened in the industry since he began and what he hopes his legacy will be.

    16 min

  6. 07/02/2025

    32. County Farm Bureau Advocacy

    Delaware County Farm Bureau board member Katie Nixon talks about her county’s experiences with HEA1012. The bill was passed during the 2025 Indiana General Assembly and was a direct result of Delaware County Farm Bureau’s policy development process. It requires law enforcement agencies to inform property owners of damage to property in the event of a motor vehicle accident. Nixon discusses the importance of advocacy and encourages other county Farm Bureaus to speak up if something can be done or policy can be crafted in a better way for ag.

    13 min

  7. 06/04/2025

    31. Farm Safety with John Nagle

    June is National Safety Month and summer is a busy season for farmers using large machinery, so rural road safety becomes an increasingly important topic. We sat down with John Nagle, Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance farm training specialist, who talks about road safety, particularly as it relates to safety at intersections and the vital importance of both seeing other drivers and being seen.  Click here for more information on safety from Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance.

    12 min

  8. 05/07/2025

    30. Veteran Farmer Award Winner Joe Ricker

    A conversation with Hancock County Farm Bureau member and retired Army Col. Joe Ricker who was recently named the very first recipient of the Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence from American Farm Bureau Federation.  May is also Mental Health Awareness Month, so Ricker shares some of the impactful activities he’s taken on to make a difference for those who struggle with mental health.

    18 min
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For more than 100 years, Indiana Farm Bureau has protected and enhanced the future of agriculture and our communities. To continue that legacy and communicate more with our members, we’ve created The Breakdown with INFB, a podcast that will feature prominent leaders in the ag industry, newsmakers and even some average folks with interesting stories to tell.

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  • Creator
    Indiana Farm Bureau
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 The Breakdown with INFB
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