Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer

11:59

Dr. Carolyn Lawrence-Dill, dean of the Colorado State...

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/07/06

Dr. Carolyn Lawrence-Dill, dean of the Colorado State University College of Agricultural Sciences, and Dr. Chris Gomans, professor in the CSU Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, discussed the economic impacts of drought in Colorado. Dr. Gomans highlighted the importance of water sources like snowpack and precipitation and how droughts affect crop yields and economic activity. He noted that early-onset droughts allow producers to adjust, but late-onset droughts can lead to...

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5:22

Dustin Schmer | DeKalb Technical Agronomist

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/06/30

Dustin Schmer, a technical agronomist for DeKalb, covers Northeast Colorado, parts of Nebraska, and Southeast Wyoming. He gives a mid-season growing update.

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12:41

Andy Maul | Bayer technical agronomist

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/06/30

Andy Maul, a technical agronomist for Bayer, discussed his extensive territory in Illinois, covering from Decatur to Quincy. He highlighted the dual challenges of dry and wet conditions during planting, leading to delayed planting and replanting in some areas. Maul noted increased disease pressure, including gray leaf spot, physoderma, and tar spot, and the early emergence of aphids. He emphasized the importance of sound nutrient management, particularly nitrogen timing, to mitigate weather e...

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8:51

Jami Loecker, Syngenta Agronomy Service Manager |...

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/06/25

Jamie Loecker, an agronomy service manager at Syngenta, discussed the emergence of tar spot in the Midwest, particularly in Indiana, Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, and possibly Illinois. Tar spot appears as black flecks on corn leaves and can be mistaken for insect feces. Early detection is crucial for managing 2026 corn disease risk, with fungicide applications recommended at the V14 stage or pre-tassel.

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17:47

IDFA: Dairy in Growth Mode

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/06/25

Tom Wojno COO of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), discussed the robust growth and optimism in the dairy industry. He highlighted a $13 billion investment, making dairy the largest retail category with $80 billion in sales and nearly $10 billion in annual exports. He noted the impact of GLP-1s, with 9-13% of consumers currently using them, and the potential for oral GLP-1s to increase this to 30%. Wojno emphasized the importance of flexibility, sustainability, and efficiency i...

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12:19

Marketing Beef According to Jim

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/06/23

Jim Krause, owner of Marketing Beef, teaches new and inexperienced farmers how to market their beef effectively. He emphasizes the importance of quality in every aspect of the operation, from pasture management to customer engagement. Jim prefers local marketing over internet sales, believing in long-term, sustainable relationships rather than price-based transactions.

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11:53

ACME Ag Consulting launches six‑person network to...

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/06/23

ACME Ag Consulting is a six-person network of independent agricultural consultants based in St. Louis. The group, with diverse backgrounds in farming, government, and major agribusinesses, offers a collaborative approach to ag consulting, combining their specializations in government relations, trade policy, product launches, and communication strategies. They emphasize their ability to provide quick, nimble solutions for startups, leveraging their international network to support clients in ...

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10:28

Colorado Corn Promotion Council | June 2026

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/06/18

Nick Colglazier, Executive Director of the Colorado Corn Promotion Council, discussed the impact of high fertilizer costs on farmers, noting a 100% increase since 2020. He highlighted an FTC investigation into fertilizer price manipulation, emphasizing the lack of competition due to consolidation in the U.S. market. Glaser also mentioned efforts to promote E15 fuel,

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12:52

Nutrient | Tissue Sampling and In Season Nutrition...

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/06/16

Patrick Sanders, Director of Agronomy Enablement at Nutrien, discusses the importance of tissue sampling for in-season nutrition decisions. He explains that soil tests indicate total nutrients available, while tissue samples show actual plant uptake, crucial for optimizing fertilizer applications. Sanders highlights the use of AI and digital tools to enhance agronomic logic and decision-making. He emphasizes key sampling times: early vegetative stages, rapid growth, and just before reproducti...

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21:26

UnCommon Farms | UnCommon Energy; Offering...

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/06/11

UnCommon Farms, led by Matt Ronken, provides business advisory services to farms across the U.S. and Canada, focusing on strategic planning, succession planning, leadership development, and risk management. The company, headquartered near St. Louis, serves clients from Washington to Florida and into Canada. UnCommon Energy, led by Jack Scatizzi, focuses on helping farmers manage energy usage and understand the value of their land for energy projects like data centers and battery storage. They...

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9:25

Colorado Agriculture Leadership Program, Class #17 |...

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/06/08

Jake Erker, a farmer from the Keensburg/Roggen, Colorado area, shared how the Colorado Agricultural Leadership Program (CALP) has strengthened his leadership skills and broadened his understanding of agriculture across the state. He highlighted the program’s value in improving public speaking, networking, and relationship‑building — skills he says are essential for modern producers. Jake emphasized the importance of farmers telling their own stories and staying engaged in their communities. H...

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11:39

Colorado Ag Leadership Program, Class #17 | Cyndi...

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/05/14

Cindy Hofmeister, a semi-retired teacher and Executive Director of Colorado Ag in the Classroom, discusses her participation in the Colorado Ag Leadership Program (CALP). She highlights the program's professional development opportunities, networking benefits, and the value of meeting producers and learning about diverse agricultural practices. Hofmeister emphasizes the importance of hosting seminars, which fosters community relations and deepens her understanding of local agriculture. She en...

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11:59

May 2026 | National Corn Growers Association and...

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/05/14

Troy Schneider, a board member of the National Corn Growers Association, discussed the recent progress on E15 year-round sales legislation. After multiple trips to Washington, D.C., and bipartisan efforts, the House passed a standalone bill decoupled from the farm bill, achieving a 218-vote majority. Schneider highlighted the importance of this legislation, which would modify the Clean Air Act to allow E15 sales year-round, benefiting consumers and the corn industry. He emphasized the need fo...

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12:32

Nutrien | Senior Meteorologist Andrew Pritchard | May...

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/05/13

Nutrien Senior Meteorologist Andrew Pritchard discussed the current and future weather patterns affecting the Corn Belt. He noted a transition to a pattern similar to last winter, with cooler air from Canada and showers from the Great Lakes. Dry conditions persist in the Central Plains, while central Illinois has experienced standing water after a drought. Pritchard highlighted the impact of El Niño, predicting a stormy summer with four corridors of storminess. He also mentioned warmer temper...

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11:59

National Wildlife Federation | Alicia Marrs,...

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/05/13

Alicia Marrs, Associate Vice President of Western Water at the National Wildlife Federation, discussed the organization's efforts to conserve water resources, particularly in the context of low snowpack in Colorado. She emphasized the importance of nature-based solutions like low-tech process-based restoration (LTPBR) to mimic natural water processes and improve ecosystem health. Marrs highlighted collaborations with federal and private landowners, including the Bureau of Land Management, to ...

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11:27

Elena Chavez | Halter | Virtual Fencing Company

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/05/07

Elena Chavez, Southern Colorado territory manager for Halter, discussed their virtual fencing technology. Halter, based in Colorado, uses direct-to-satellite technology to manage large, mountainous ranges. The collars, designed for cattle, use auditory and electric cues for containment, and vibrations for positive reinforcement. The collars, made of durable Gorilla Glass, are intended for lifelong use. Halter's service costs $96 per collar per year and includes 24/7 human support. The technol...

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11:22

Farmable Program: Empowers Colorado Veterans and...

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/04/28

The Colorado Farmable Program, funded by a 2501 grant held by Goodwill of Colorado, assists underserved and veteran farmers and ranchers in Colorado with agricultural business planning. The "From Field to Funded" course, lasting 8-10 weeks, provides no-cost business planning education, helping participants create lender-ready business plans. The program, which includes one-on-one technical assistance, has had 10 participants in its first cohort and aims for 10 per cohort. Success stories incl...

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24:46

Kim Rounds | Agriculture Jobs Expert, Keynote...

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/04/18

Kim Rounds, Talent Acquisition Manager at Five Rivers Cattle Feed Yard, discusses strategies for entering the agriculture industry. She emphasizes the importance of showcasing all relevant experiences, even if they seem unrelated to agriculture. Most jobs at Five Rivers are feedlot roles, with a smaller percentage in office positions. Rounds advises using online platforms to apply, but also suggests persistence and networking to stand out. She notes a significant increase in female appl...

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12:40

Tim Sickman | Nutrien Technical Agronomist

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/04/14

Tim Strickman, a Nutrien Technical Agronomist with over 40 years of experience, discussed current field conditions in Illinois and Kentucky, noting ideal planting conditions despite some dryness. He highlighted the importance of sulfur in soil fertility, emphasizing its role in chlorophyll production, amino acid development, and nitrogen use efficiency. Strickman explained that the Clean Air Act has reduced atmospheric sulfur, leading to a need for direct sulfur fertilization. He also noted t...

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14:42

"From Cornfields to Cockpits" | Sustainable Aviation...

Farm Broadcaster, Lorrie Boyer ·

2026/04/13

The Ag Queen podcast discusses sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with Tom Michels of United Airlines and Allison Graab from the Sustainable Aviation Coalition. SAF is made from renewable products like corn, soybeans, and sorghum. The U.S. is a leader in SAF technology, with production rising 157% to 240 million gallons in 2025. Despite this, jet fuel use in 2025 was over 26 billion gallons, projected to reach 31 billion by 2045. SAF doesn't require new infrastructure and can help airlines mitig...

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