The Spokesman Speaks: Ag Insights for Your Farm and Family Iowa Farm Bureau

Welcome to Episode 159 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, State Climatologist Dr. Justin Glisan offers his forecast for the 2024 growing season. And Brian Waddingham shares how the Coalition to Support Iowa's Farmers has been helping farm families raise livestock responsibly and successfully for the past 20 years.
Resources mentioned in this episode: 
Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship Climatology Bureau Coalition to Support Iowa's Farmers website Iowa Farm Bureau's 2024 Economic Summit

Welcome to Episode 158 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Dr. Christopher Pudenz shares insights from the Iowa Farm Bureau's recent Market Study Tour of California. With 22 Iowa Farm Bureau members in tow, the journey offered firsthand observations and discussions on navigating California's Proposition 12 regulations. Also in this episode, Shawn Richmond (an environmental scientist with nearly three decades of experience) demonstrates the growing momentum behind Iowa's conservation initiatives.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Register for Iowa Farm Bureau's Economic Summit on June 14.
Visit ConservationCountsIowa.com to learn more about Iowa's conservation and water quality progress.

Welcome to Episode 157 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we delve into the heart of agriculture's economic challenges and opportunities with Dr. Christopher Pudenz, who previews Iowa Farm Bureau's much anticipated Economic Summit. Also joining us is Elaine Froese. Known as "Canada's farm whisperer," Froese shares her invaluable experience helping farm families enhance their communication and conflict resolution skills.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Register for Iowa Farm Bureau's Economic Summit on June 14.
Visit Elaine Froese's website for additional resources.
Plan for your farm's future with help from Iowa Farm Bureau's Take Root program. This program is managed Amanda Van Steenwyk: avansteenwyk@ifbf.org. 

Welcome to Episode 156 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Robin Dreeke (a former FBI special agent and expert in spy recruitment) shares his insights into building trust, a critical skill for farmers and other ag advocates. 
 
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Learn more about former FBI spy recruiter Robin Dreeke and subscribe to his “Forged by Trust” podcast.

Welcome to Episode 155 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, we sit down with Iowa's own Alexis Taylor, USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, for a deep dive into the future of trade and agricultural exports. Then David Newman of the National Pork Board explores innovative strategies for promoting pork consumption among modern consumers. Whether you're a farmer looking to expand your market horizons or simply interested in the latest trends in agriculture and food consumption, this episode offers valuable insights and forecasts that you won't want to miss.
 
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Register for Iowa Farm Bureau’s Acres of Opportunity Conference today.

Welcome to Episode 154 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, American Farm Bureau economist Betty Resnick sheds light on key market drivers, obstacles in trade, and exciting opportunities for renewable fuels. Then Iowa Farm Bureau President Brent Johnson joins the conversation to preview some potential national policy breakthroughs in 2024!
 
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Register for Iowa Farm Bureau’s Acres of Opportunity Conference today. Learn more about online tools and services through the Farm Family Wellness Alliance.