Dr. Jim Mintert, professor emeritus at Purdue University, joins us to talk about the latest Ag Economy Barometer which sees an uptick in optimism among participating farmers.

Dr. Jim Mintert, professor emeritus at Purdue University, joins us to talk about the latest Ag Economy Barometer which sees an uptick in optimism among participating farmers.

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U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley joined host Chip Flory for a conversation about the USMCA, E15 and the potential for another round of farm support payments. The Free-for-All with Jim Wiesemeyer and Shaun Haney talked trade with China, farm support and what to expect from next week's Celebration of Ag.

U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley joined host Chip Flory for a conversation about the USMCA, E15 and the potential for another round of farm support payments. The Free-for-All with Jim Wiesemeyer and Shaun Haney talked trade with China, farm support and what to expect from next week's Celebration of Ag.

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U.S. Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa joins us this afternoon to discuss championing Women in Ag Day, the continuing campaign for year-round E15, efforts to finalize 45Z, eliminating wasteful spending on unnecessary USDA space and more. BioUrja Trading president Jordan Fife shares perspective on the energy markets impacted by global events, including the conflict with Iran, plus the situation with various biofuels policies. Craig Uden of Nebraska Cattlemen shares information on the status of the wildfires and how folks can seek help and provide help. Call 402-745-2333 or email disasterrelief@necattlemen.org or visit nebraskacattlemen.org/disaster-relief-fund.

U.S. Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa joins us this afternoon to discuss championing Women in Ag Day, the continuing campaign for year-round E15, efforts to finalize 45Z, eliminating wasteful spending on unnecessary USDA space and more. BioUrja Trading president Jordan Fife shares perspective on the energy markets impacted by global events, including the conflict with Iran, plus the situation with various biofuels policies. Craig Uden of Nebraska Cattlemen shares information on the status of the wildfires and how folks can seek help and provide help. Call 402-745-2333 or email <a href="mailto:disasterrelief@necattlemen.org">disasterrelief@necattlemen.org</a> or visit <a href="https://www.nebraskacattlemen.org/disaster-relief-fund">nebraskacattlemen.org/disaster-relief-fund</a>.

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