June 5, 2026—10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business---Show 52-25

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(((((Yee HAH---I’m Bill Zortman and Welcome to our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show—in an election week---and a busy scheduling all that we could---we have some guests that really wanted to be in before we go to next week----))))

Of course Agriculture is our #1 industry in South Dakota----and we always start with Darren Hefty—Ag PHD---they talk with us on Friday morning and then do their national broadcast gig in the afternoon----

---Darren good morning---- the voters spoke this week----what do you think they were saying about agriculture—today, tomorrow, and beyond?

---------------Darren------------------

    One of the options I have heard and actually listened to---was what Mrs. Doeden had to say about her husband—it was the nicest comment I heard from any spouse about her marriage partner----

    She may have been the difference maker.

    What about you ---your take on an Aberdeen Ag leader who got more votes than Congressman Dusty Johnson---or Governor Larry Rhoden---

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     And what do you see for the run-off----does Doeden go in as the favorite—or what can the Governor do to keep the office---

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     In addition to the votes—what are you seeing in the fields---and expect with the crops now that we are in the good ole-summer-time?

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     How they can follow what you say nationwide---

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   Darren Hefty—thanks for all you do for not only your friends in South Dakota—but in virtually every corner you turn…

   One of those who we have been utilizing around the Capital----is Casey Crabtree---we talk ag---we talk legislative---and what about the elections----still with runoffs ahead—what do you see---and where do you see the July runoff going---and would Mrs. Doeden—be a plus for the Aberdeen Farmer-running against the Governor---

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    What else can you share with all that is up in the air in Pierre with the election----and more-----

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    From your look at 2026---what do you see the summer months bringing----not only with the elections---but good-bad—and maybe even indifferent---

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   What does Pierre really need to get done as soon as possible---or will they be OK----

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   Still lots to cover today-----all part of Election Week 2026----we’ll check in with some of our other Friday guests—when our Agri Business Show continues…

10:19/00---KELO Commercials

10:20/30---Ag Business 2

  Welcome back to our Agri Business show----and we start this side of the clock with Plains Commerce Bank----and Nolan Clarke----having worked with a lot of banks thru the years--- I can tell you----that they provide help to Farmers---Businesses---newly married couples and those that have and need some help in their senior years---

  Nolan—you guys have help---talk us thru how you help those in business---those in agriculture---the older married couples as well as the newly weds----

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   The Plains Commerce Difference that listens to those wanting help—and developing quite the positive reputation---

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   We appreciate all you do---and know that Plains Commerce has helped even our family thru the years---thanks---

----------Sarah Heinrich----KFGO has the Growing Harvest network—yes that is our Sister Station in North Dakota----

10:24/00—Sarah Heinrich—Growing Harvest Network

10:26/50---KELO Commercials

10:29/00---Ag Business 3

 Welcome back to our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show----and we start this side of the half hour---with Matt Swenson---Swenson Commodities---

  Matt on this first Friday of June what is the market-place showing you

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  People want numbers during the day—how can they get them early morning or even late afternoon---

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----we appreciate what you bring to the table---

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  Some events to share—Matt Barthel has joined us---

Sioux Falls Curling to Host 3rd Annual Siouxperspiel This weekend. Curlers to Take Over the Ice June 5–7.

Brooms will be sweeping, stones will be flying, and competition will be fierce as the 2026 Siouxperspiel returns to the Scheels IcePlex June 5–7 for a weekend of curling, camaraderie, and community fun.

   Hosted by Sioux Falls Curling, the 3rd Annual Siouxperspiel will welcome 32 teams and more than 128 curlers from across the Midwest and beyond.

    Often called "chess on ice," curling combines strategy, precision, teamwork, and plenty of excitement. Throughout the weekend, spectators will have the opportunity to watch athletes of all skill levels compete in this uniquely entertaining Olympic sport.

  "This event is about much more than curling," said Jennifer Farke, Siouxperspiel Coordinator. "It's about bringing people together, showcasing our growing curling community, and introducing new fans to one of the most exciting sports they've probably never tried. We invite everyone to come out, watch some great competition, and

experience the fun for themselves."

    In addition to three days of curling action, attendees can enjoy:

• Exciting raffle prizes and giveaways
• Food and drink specials throughout the weekend
• Opportunities to meet curlers from across the region
• Information about local Learn-to-Curl programs and league play
• A fun, family-friendly atmosphere with free admission

The Siouxperspiel has quickly become one of the premier curling events in the region and continues to attract competitors and spectators alike.

      Still lots to talk about—stay with us----Alla and Ukraine---we’ll listen as trouble continues  half way around the world

10:37/30—KELO  Commercials

10:40/00--- It’s YOUR Agri business 4

For the last couple of years we have visited with one of those from Ukraine---about what’s happening in that part of the world with the Russians and even more

-----------Alla has joined us to talk about what she is seeing—and just how many of those from Ukraine—and yes Iran—are watching having lived there and are now working very hard here in South Dakota---

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-----what you see that we probably don’t

-----what you hear from the country you moved with hundreds of other from to come to South Dakota

-----your reaction to all you see and how you explained to your new American colleagues---

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      What can we do to help-----

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you---we are happy you are with us---and we know the reputation of those Ukraine and Iran ---are as hard workers-----thank you for being with us---

   Sioux Metro update----Tyler Torgeson----you put some numbers out this week from the communities that are part of what you do---can you explain what they mean—and the trend that you see----as we start June of 2026---

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   Still more to share ---we’ll take a break—and check with Mr. Tree and Laura Edwards—stay with us---

10:47/00—KELO Commercials

10:49/00---Ag Business 5

John Ball—Mr. Tree---

Interesting weather week---how have the trees survived---

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We have been a little dry—but if you are getting some strong winds blowing from storms—that can’t be good for the trees---

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   What other trends are you teaching in the classroom--- and trees people should consider planting here in South Dakota---Iowa-and Minnesota---

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   You classes---what do the students learn----about the trees

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    Mr. Tree John Ball—thanks for the visit

Laura Edwards or Justin Glisin—State Climatologists—

------------what to expect-----

------------what kind of weather is ahead this weekend and beyond

-------------are we catching up on the moisture we have and where do you see it going----

-------------Laura or Justin-----------------

-----our time is up—thank you for yours…