North American Ag Spotlight: Agriculture & Farming News and Views
182 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 358 ratingsNorth American Ag provides daily agriculture news and weekly podcasts, devoted to highlighting the great people and companies that serve the agriculture industry and help feed our world. Covering ag tech, ag issues, policy, new products, family & faith. North American Ag gives farm families and ag professionals insight into what’s happening in agriculture throughout North America. In agriculture, government policy and faith effect farming every day. Unfortunately without open discussion, ideas, experiences and different viewpoints can't be shared and figured out together. At North American Ag we talk about politics and religion, in relation to farm topics. We share ideas and we discuss all of the issues. An open, welcoming community is a healthy community. Whether you are a farmer ort a consumer, your life depends on ag. Join us at https://northamericanag.com
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Precision Planters to Square Balers: Farm Implements with Maschio Gaspardo
May 17, 2022 19:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBToday Chrissy Wozniak is sitting down with Ben Blackwell, East Coast Sales Territory Manager for Maschio Gaspardo, North America. With over 24 years of experience in the agriculture industry, Ben brings great insight to the ins and outs of equipment sales, the current market, and more! Maschio Gaspardo Group is a leading International Group in the production of equipment for tillage, seeding & planting, fertilization, crop protection, green maintenance and haymaking. Maschio Gaspardo is kno...
Precision Planters to Square Balers: Farm Implements with MASCHIO GASPARDA
May 17, 2022 19:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBToday Chrissy Wozniak is sitting down with Ben Blackwell, East Coast Sales Territory Manager for MASCHIO GASPARDA, North America. With over 24 years of experience in the agriculture industry, Ben brings great insight to the ins and outs of equipment sales, the current market, and more! MASCHIO GASPARDO Group is a leading International Group in the production of equipment for tillage, seeding & planting, fertilization, crop protection, green maintenance and haymaking. MASCHIO GASPARDA is kno...
Ag Economics: Are We Headed for Recession or Recovery?
May 03, 2022 17:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBThe big question today in Ag Economics is - Are we headed for recession or recovery? Damian Mason joins Chrissy Wozniak to discuss the current landscape of the agricultural economy. Damian is a well-known speaker who offers a wealth of information and insight into food security. He is frequently tapped to share his opinion on Newsmax, Cheddar & Fox Business. He’s an ag economist, speaker, the author of Food Fear, Do Business Better & Brutal Truth. He’s also the host of the podcasts Do Busin...
Harvest Harmonics on Reducing Chemical Fertilizers & Pesticides While Improving the Quality of Food
April 26, 2022 19:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBToday Chrissy Wozniak is sitting down with Jim Kurtz of Harvest Harmonics to discuss reducing chemical fertilizers & pesticides while improving the quality of food in modern ag. Harvest Harmonics helps farmers around the world grow healthier, more productive plants. They offer a revolutionary product named the Kyminasi Plant Booster that uses the most advanced crop booster technology in agriculture. The Kyminasi Plant Booster is easy to install, ready to go, advanced custom micro transmitt...
AgWiki - Connecting Producers Across The Globe
April 19, 2022 12:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBOn this episode of North American Ag Spotlight Chrissy Wozniak talks to the CEO of AgWiki, Randy Krotz about how they are connecting producers across the globe. Learn more about AgWiki, and start your own account at https://agwiki.com AgWiki is where farmers, and all those who produce food worldwide, can connect, build relationships, and share information to grow more food with less impact on the planet. AgWiki is a new Online Platform Designed for Food Producers Around the Globe, including...
Nebraska's Next Lt Governor: Bridging the Rural Urban Divide
April 12, 2022 16:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBWith Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts ending his final term, Trent Loos has accepted the invitation to become the running mate of Nebraska Governor hopeful, Theresa Thibodeau. Chrissy Wozniak asks Trent about the pair's stance on important issues that face the voter today, not only in Nebraska, but across the US. Trent Loos is a central Nebraska rancher and conservative radio host committed to bridging the rural urban divide. Thibodeau announced last week that she will run on a ticket with...
Extreme Concern for the 2022 Growing Season
April 05, 2022 17:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBAll Ag All Day, Ag News From The Nation's Only Full-Time Farm Station. Today Chrissy Wozniak discusses the challenges that farmers face this growing season with Tony St. James, of All Ag All Day radio. Tony has his finger on the pulse of North American Agriculture, and is hearing the concern resonating through the industry. The 2022 growing season is up against unprecedented challenges, from the war in Ukraine and the shortage of inputs to weather and supply chain issues, Tony shares that h...
The Data & Innovations Summit- A Gathering Place for Dairy Tech Coming This June in Sioux Falls, SD
March 29, 2022 17:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBToday Chrissy Wozniak sits down with Cheryl Marti to talk about the upcoming Data and Innovations Summit in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Cheryl Marti has a rich dairy background – in the past she worked in the AI industry at ABS Global in the Genetic Management System, Sire Acquisition, and R&D areas. Then later joined Pfizer Animal Health, now Zoetis, where - she worked with large dairies on genomics, reproduction, records analysis, and transition cows until mid-2014 when she moved into mar...
Would You Like Fries with Your Kanye Burger? Shocking Look at Fake Meat with Jovan Hutton Pulitzer
March 24, 2022 19:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBToday Chrissy Wozniak speaks with conservative radio host Jovan Hutton Pulitzer of 'Cut the Crap' podcast about important issues that affect the agriculture industry, as well as all those who eat everyday! The disturbing trajectory that the fake meat industry has taken is now able to offer up meat cultured from your favorite celebrity! Jovan weighs in on this and other issues like meat shaming, and how he feels that youth are being indoctrinated into believing that having meat in your diet ...
Renewable Energy is Making Strides in the Ag Industry as Tech Goes Hand-In-Hand with Solar Power
March 15, 2022 17:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBFor this Ag Spotlight episode, Chrissy Wozniak is joined by Kuubix Energy Vice President Geoff Howard and CEO Josh Butt. Kuubix is a solar installation company that provides solar panels and energy storage throughout the state of California and beyond. Whether you’re looking to save some money on your energy bills or you are wanting to completely get off the grid, the experts at Kuubix will help you find the solution that best fits your needs and your budget. To learn more about getting s...
Focusing on the Details - Crop production strategies during supply shortages & high commodity prices
March 08, 2022 17:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBChrissy Wozniak is joined today by Ben Schapelhouman, founder of TECC Agriculture. Ben dives into crop scouting technology and what the economic impact is when you take control of the small details. TECC Agriculture is an agricultural services and technology company based in (Northeastern) Ontario. Our mission is to help farmers manage uncertainty and stress by remotely monitoring their field crops and connecting them with timely agronomic advice. Traditional crop scouting demands preciou...
The importance of colostrum collection on your sheep, goat, horse & cattle farms with Buck Wheeler
March 02, 2022 19:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBThis week Chrissy Wozniak sits down with Buck Wheeler, founder of EZ Animal Products, to discuss the importance of proper colostrum collection on your farm. After many years of coming up on the short end of the stick handling horses, entrepreneur, trainer, horseman, inventor, Buck Wheeler decided to do something about it. Together with his wife Karen they invented the two products that are now being used on a multitude of animals and species. EZ Animal Products is a family owned business an...
Young people are experiencing renewed interest in the agriculture industry in a post-pandemic world
February 23, 2022 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBThis week Chrissy Wozniak is joined by Karen Taylor, Director of Corporate Finance at BMO Financial Group and Professor in the Master of Food and Resource Economics (MFRE) program at The University of British Columbia. The MFRE is a 1-year masters program that combines features of an MBA program and a MA degree in Economics. It incorporates Economics, Policy and Business aspects within the Food, Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental sectors, helping students acquire a specialized...
Following dreams: One family’s story of leaving civilization and starting a new sustainable life
February 15, 2022 16:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBMegan & Terry Buttnor moved to remote Northern Ontario in 2020, to start their new life on a farm that used to serve as the town’s abattoir. Almost two years in they have stories to tell, and share their opinions on how the supply chain, input prices and meatpacker issues effect the family farm. Learn more at https://greatnorthacres.com. The ultimate destination for online farm equipment auctions! Visit https://agr.fyi/fastline-auctions Register for the July 13, 2023 webinar at https://...
AMS Galaxy brings automated precision dairy equipment to the North American farmer
February 08, 2022 16:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBThis week Chrissy Wozniak is sitting down with AMS Galaxy USA President Brad Biehl and Suzanne Meck, Director of Sales and Marketing, to discuss the leading edge technology available for dairy producers. AMS Galaxy is the new leader in reliable cow-friendly precision dairy technology, including the state-of-the-art, cost-effective 2-box, 1-arm milking robot. Increase production. Increase profits. AMS Galaxy USA specializes in; Robotic Milking, Automatic Calf Feeding, Robotic Bedding, Cow F...
The countdown is on for the 2022 New York Farm Show
February 01, 2022 16:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBChrissy Wozniak is joined today by New York Farm Show manager Scott Grigor. Scott fills us in on plans for the upcoming show, shares his advice for farm show leaders and what makes the New York Farm Show stand out from the rest. The New York Farm Show takes place February 24-26, 2022 at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse, NY. The New York Farm Show is the leading farm show in the Northeast since 1985. The show hosts more than 400 exhibitors displaying the latest in farm equipment...
The New Ag-Bag T7170 – Better Storage Equals Better Forage
January 25, 2022 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBToday Chrissy Wozniak is sitting down with Ag-Bag by RCI owner Randy Clark and National Sales & Marketing Manager Taylor Weisensel to discuss the new Ag-Bag T7170. Ag-Bagging is taking a performance leap forward through the new T-Series models introduction. Since acquiring the product line from New Holland in late 2019, RCI Engineering has focused on transforming the product design with extensive input from its customer and dealer base. The result is a machine design with more capacity, h...
John Deere Reveals Fully Autonomous 8R Tractor During CES 2022
January 18, 2022 17:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBToday Chrissy Wozniak sits down with Joseph Liefer from John Deere to discuss their recently released fully automated tractor. John Deere revealed a fully autonomous tractor that’s ready for large-scale production. The machine combines Deere’s 8R tractor, TruSet-enabled chisel plow, GPS guidance system, and new advanced technologies. The autonomous tractor will be available to farmers later this year. The autonomous tractor serves a specific purpose: feeding the world. The global populat...
Dealing with fear & finding bravery in an uncertain world, with former dairy farmer Mike Muldoon
January 12, 2022 16:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBFrom his beginnings on a small dairy farm, to a career in ag sales, to a day on a beach on the west coast of Mexico - Mike Muldoon shares his story of busting through fear in a world where tomorrow is not guaranteed. Living life to the fullest is the mindset he's embraced. After suffering a serious stroke, and being told that he should play it safe and stay home, he got back on his motorcycle and crisscrossed coast to coast across Canada to Alaska, then down through Mexico. Despite the pande...
From pumpkin farmer to a battle with brain cancer- Kelsey Banks has an incredible story of hope
January 05, 2022 20:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBToday, Chrissy Wozniak sits down with Kelsey Banks to learn about her deep roots in agriculture and to hear her incredible story. Kelsey is an inspirational young woman who has had a deep passion for agriculture her entire life. Hailing from Eastern Ontario, you may recognize Kelsey’s friendly face from the many farm shows she used to frequent. While she is a pumpkin farmer at her roots, Kelsey is also currently working as a crop consultant for Embrun Co-op where it’s easy to see how passion...
How do you want to impact the agriculture industry? Hear how these ag professionals answer this question.
December 28, 2021 22:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MBFor the final episode of 2021, we took a look back over Chrissy Wozniak's favorite question that she asks her guests at the end of each episode of the North American Ag Spotlight - Why do you do what you do? This industry is filled with inspirational people, willing to serve in many ways, helping farmers keep farming. North American Ag is devoted to highlighting the incredible people & companies in agriculture who impact our industry and help feed the world. The ultimate destination for o...
Looking to the new year, and the future of farming - solutions & strategies available today
December 21, 2021 17:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBToday Chrissy Wozniak is sitting down with the Principal of BioMass Solution, Jacek Chmielewski to discuss carbon reduction strategies in agriculture. BioMass Solution's mission is to bring financially and environmentally restorative and regenerative solutions to undervalued and problematic waste. Through this, we are solving an environmental problem, lowering (or in fact restoring carbon via sequestration carriers) the overall generated energy carbon footprint, producing renewable energy,...
U.S. House Passes Two NCBA-Backed Bills on Cattle Market Transparency
December 14, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 9.02 MBLast week, the U.S. House voted to pass two NCBA-supported pieces of legislation that are critical to providing producers with greater transparency in the cattle markets. Chrissy Wozniak sits down with NCBA's Tanner Beymer to learn more about what the passing of these bills means for the industry. The House voted 418-9 to advance H.R. 5290, introduced by House Agriculture Committee Chairman David Scott (D-GA). This legislation, which was supported by Ranking Member Glenn "G.T." Thompson (R...
What Color Is Your Tractor? | The story of Landoll with Don Landoll, founder & innovative leader since 1963
December 07, 2021 15:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBWelcome to the launch of the much-anticipated podcast, 'What Color Is Your Tractor?'. Hosted by North American Ag's Chrissy Wozniak, this show is here to give you insight on the stories behind the ag brands you love, and the ag brands you love to hate. Today, Chrissy is diving into the story behind Landoll with founder, owner and president Don Landoll. Chrissy Wozniak has always been fascinated by brand loyalty in agriculture, she has had the opportunity to travel the US and Canada throug...
AGCO’s Fendt, Massey Ferguson, Gleaner, Sunflower & White Planters are under an AgRevolution
November 30, 2021 13:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBThis week, Chrissy Wozniak is sitting down with Stacy Anthony of AgRevolution to discuss this newly established and extremely innovative new dealership for AGCO. In early 2021, AGCO formed AgRevolution™, an agricultural equipment dealership providing industry-leading products and support services to the farming community throughout Kentucky and southern Indiana. AGCO supports a strong independent dealership network across North America. The launch of AgRevolution is a unique situation and...
"If it works in the barn, it’ll probably end up in the house"- Medicine kit wisdom with Steuart Labs
November 23, 2021 18:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBThis week Chrissy Wozniak sits down with Gary Steuart, founder of Steuart Laboratories. For over 35 years, Steuart's has helped animals (and people!) with natural & herbal creams and ointments. Steuart Laboratories' products promote healthier skin, tissue repair and healing and relief from joint, muscle, and nerve pain. Our products are formulated with organic and natural ingredients (unless stated on bottle) and are manufactured and shipped in Mabel, Minnesota. The company's first produ...
Big Brother for cows? Cainthus offers on-farm dairy cattle observation with computer vision & AI
November 16, 2021 16:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBThis week, Chrissy Wozniak sits down with Tyler Bramble, Portfolio Growth Lead at Cainthus. Cainthus is a leading Computer Vision and AI company offering technology that is transformational for animals, farmers and the production of food. The Cainthus technology - used for both ALUS Nutrition and ALUS Behavior - relies on a smart camera system that monitors animal behavior as well as operations on the farm, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Cainthus has developed state-of-th...
Planting faster, more efficiently and with started plants – not seeds
November 10, 2021 16:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBToday Chrissy Wozniak sits down with Sam Guererri, the South East Sales Manager of revolutionary agtech company PlantTape. Based in California’s Salinas Valley, PlantTape brings precision agriculture to growers of vegetables, tomatoes, and hemp. We believe in empowering farmers around the world to increase crop yield and lower costs. The entire PlantTape process is built around our namesake innovation: a biodegradable tape that holds seeds and seedlings. The tape facilitates ease of sowing,...
Si-Ware Systems & Dairyland Laboratories Partnership Leads to In-Field Dairy Feed Analysis Solution
November 02, 2021 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBNew partnership will offer on-demand feed testing and in-field decision-making capabilities. Si-Ware Systems Inc., creator of NeoSpectra material analysis solutions built on single-chip FT-NIR spectrometers, today announced a partnership with Dairyland Laboratories, Inc., a leading agricultural feed and forage testing laboratory with customers across the U.S. and in over 20 countries. The partnership will utilize the power of Si-Ware’s NeoSpectra technology and Dairyland’s feed testing exp...
NCBA’s Stance on the Cattle Contract Library Bill & Ongoing Push for Transparency in the Industry
October 26, 2021 14:00 - 14 minutes - 9.93 MBLast week the National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) welcomed the introduction of the Cattle Contract Library Act, led by Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-SD) and Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-TX). Tanner Beymer of the NCBA sat down to talk to Chrissy Wozniak about the bill. This bipartisan bill would establish a cattle contract library within USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service (USDA-AMS), equipping cattle producers with the market data they need to make informed business decisions and exert greater...
How is cow health, comfort and productivity related to diet and environmental conditions?
October 19, 2021 15:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBToday Roger Olson brings his experience to the table as we focus on the health and wellbeing of dairy cows. Roger is the dairy account manager at Zinpro, and is former owner and manager of a 1,200-cow dairy and inventor of Shredlage – a corn silage processing technology that he sold to CLAAS. His experience with Dr. Don Hoglund’s training methods have also helped develop his well-rounded philosophy of cattle management. Zinpro offers a full range of products, services and expertise to ensur...
The Future of Farm Shows
October 11, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MBNorth American Ag has partnered with METOS USA to bring industry leaders together once a month to discuss a topic at the forefront of North American Agriculture. This month, we are focusing on the future of farm shows, what needs to change and what needs to be preserved. Continue reading to learn more about this month's guest speakers. To learn more about METOS USA, visit their website here: http://metosusa.com/. Jim Mandes Jim Mandes graduated from Penn State University with a BSBA in Mana...
Changing the World and Helping Farmers Increase Profit with Seekar Technologies CEO Kordel France
October 08, 2021 16:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBThis week Chrissy Wozniak is sitting down with Kordel France, CEO of Seekar Technologies. Seekar is solving today's problems with tomorrow's technology. Seekar utilizes artificial intelligence and computer vision to provide smarter crop diagnostics and field management. Seekar packs the agriscience lab into a high-tech mobile solution so that farmers can have on-demand crop health analysis in the palm of their hand. Whether the need is to diagnose the sensitivity to late blight in potato...
Is Vertical Farming the Future? This Company is Making Sustainable Ag Accessible for Urban Farmers
September 29, 2021 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBThis week Chrissy Wozniak sits down to talk with Eddy Badrina, CEO of Eden Green Technology. Eden Green Technology is a vertical farming company that is changing the way we farm our produce, and feed our communities. Eden Green Technology offers vertical farming technology and turnkey greenhouse systems that can grow 50+ varieties of greens, fruits and vegetables sustainably and efficiently to support economic growth and increase food security. With Eden Green Technology, offer your custo...
The State of the Ag Industry with Damian Mason | Inflation, Inputs & China- Where Are We Headed?
September 21, 2021 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBhttps://www.damianmason.com/ Businessman, Agriculturist, Author, Podcaster, Business Consultant, Speaker, Sales Coach, Teleconference Facilitator, and Spokesman - Damian Mason has been speaking and consulting for companies worldwide for over 25 years. This week Damian sits down with Chrissy Wozniak to discuss the big issues in ag, and where he thinks we’re headed. The cost of inputs, scarcity of supply, high prices at the grocery store, all these issues not only effect the supply chain, ...
Looming Tax Changes Potentially Catastrophic for Farm Families
September 15, 2021 01:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBTax changes would be potentially catastrophic for farm families, and it’s an issue that affects every American. National Cattlemen's Beef Association Senior Executive Director of Government Affairs Danielle Beck talks to Chrissy Wozniak about the developments. Last week NCBA released a letter to House Ways and Means and Senate Finance Committee urging them to consider the implications that changes to federal tax policy will have on family-owned agricultural businesses. Nearly 330 trade asso...
The Growth of Farm Life Media with Brent Adams
August 30, 2021 15:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBInside Farm Life is a weekly podcast highlighting agriculture industry newsmakers, hot button industry issues, educational features, market analysis, farm equipment maintenance tips, farm and ranch lifestyle features and the best in country music in our "Back to the Country" segment. Brent Adams is the Vice President of Content Development & Programming at Farm Life Media, he’s an experienced editor and award-winning content creator for newspapers, television, radio and public relations. B...
AgFuse Offers a FREE Social Platform Exclusively for Farmers and Ag Professionals to Connect
August 24, 2021 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBAgFuse is a social networking site created exclusively for farmers and the agricultural community. AgFuse provides a valuable platform to create and build industry connections, while offering unique features that allow for users to stay up-to-date on the latest innovations, research, etc. within the ag space. AgFuse founder Pat Rogers joins Chrissy Wozniak to share how AgFuse came to be, how it has evolved since it's introduction, and how it will continue to serve the ag community. AgFuse i...
Phosphorus Removal is a Hot Topic for Farmers. What Can Biochar do for Regenerative Agriculture?
August 21, 2021 17:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBGary Walker, founder of GAPS Ontario, joins Chrissy Wozniak to discuss the benefits of using biochar to remove phosphorus. GAPS Ontario bridges the gap between technology and clean water. GAPS provides a variety of services including water water treatment, phosphorus capture & recovery, and even golf course solutions. Biochar is a highly adsorbent, specially-produced charcoal with unique properties originally used as a soil amendment. Simply put, biochar is a highly adsorbent, specially-pro...
How Can Traction Milling Prevent Lameness in Dairy Cattle? AGRITRAC's Tom Woodall Shares the Science
August 09, 2021 12:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBWhile the subject of barn flooring might seem cut-and-dry, the type of flooring you choose for your barn build can actually have a huge impact on your cattle’s health for years to come. Tom Woodall, President of AGRITRAC joins North American Ag’s Chrissy Wozniak to discuss the influence that your barn floor can have on overall dairy cattle herd health. AGRITRAC’s Traction Milling plays an important role in lameness prevention on dairy farms across North America. It was invented to provide a...
House Agriculture Hearing Echoes NCBA Push for More Hook Space
August 06, 2021 17:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBThe U.S. House Agriculture Subcommittee on Livestock and Foreign Agriculture held a hearing to examine urgent challenges within the beef supply chain. After hearing testimony from agriculture economists, land-grant university faculty, and cattle industry stakeholders, many members of Congress echoed the National Cattlemen's Beef Association's (NCBA) longstanding call to expand processing capacity. Chrissy Wozniak of North American Ag speaks with Tanner Beymer, Director of Government Affairs ...
Is it the end of the line for the large feedlot in America?
July 26, 2021 13:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBThe Farm System Reform Act was introduced by Democrat Representative Ro Khanna in the House and Democratic Senator Cory Booker in the Senate. This legislation is designed to phase out large feedlots and give farmers the opportunity to transition to raising animals on pasture or to crop production. It’s supported by over 200 animal welfare, sustainable agriculture, environmental, and public health organizations. Vice President of Government Affairs at the National Cattleman’s Beef Associati...
Robot Mummy Removal with Ag Tech Entrepreneur Anna Haldewang
July 19, 2021 12:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBTechnology in agriculture is growing faster than we ever imagined. Chrissy Wozniak speaks to Anna Haldewang, an incredible young ag tech entrepreneur. She graduated from Savannah College of Art and Design with a B.F.A. in Industrial Design. She founded her first company, Plan Bee which has been featured on CNN and Time magazine and received recognition by Forbes at their Agtech Summit. She is also the CEO of InsightTRAC. Anna explains the incredible technology behind her InsightTrac’s Robot ...
Will the Biden administration write 'navigable' out of the Navigable Waters Protection Rule?
July 18, 2021 19:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBOn June 9, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of the Army announced their intent to revise the definition of “waters of the United States”. North American Ag's Chrissy Wozniak had the pleasure of speaking with an expert on the matter - the Senior Director of the American Farm Bureau Federation, from Fairfax Station, Virginia - Don Parrish. The Navigable Water NWPR replaced EPA’s controversial Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule. Under the Obama-era rule, EPA could ...
Why Core Body Temperature Consistency is Important for Dairy Cow Health
July 05, 2021 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBNancy Vander Byl of KühlerZ joins Chrissy Wozniak to discuss why core body temperature (CBT) consistency is critical for maintaining cow health. KühlerZ offers a fully automated system to make every day feel like a consistent, cool day for your cows. Temperature swings and heatwaves cause cows to struggle, giving you big problems to deal with. You and your cows shouldn't have to suffer because of fluctuating and/or high temperatures. When the temperature and humidity (THI) in your dairy ba...
Empire Farm Days is Back! Highlights & What to Expect at the Show in Pompey, NY with Bruce Button
June 30, 2021 19:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBAfter purchasing the Empire Farm Days Show in January 2020, Lee Publications had an uphill battle to deal with. This August 3-5, Empire Farm Days is back, at a new/old location near Syracuse NY. Here’s what to expect this year with Owner & VP Bruce Button. The Empire State Potato Growers held their first agricultural show in 1931. Over the years, the event became Empire Farm Days. The event is the largest outdoor agricultural trade show in the Northeastern U.S., showcasing all the latest...
Looking for a Reliable Source of Daily Agriculture News? Morning Ag Clips is Meeting the Demand
June 21, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBKate Ziehm, President of Morning Ag Clips, joins Chrissy Wozniak to discuss the driving forces behind the news company and how it came to be. Early on in her career, Kate realized that there wasn't a place to go to stay updated on what was going on in agriculture, especially on a national level. Almost 20 years later, Morning Ag Clips now offers exactly that. Reliably there in your inbox every single business day, Morning Ag shares with you the headlines that help you be smart with your ti...
GMOs & Antibiotics - What’s Fact, What’s Fiction & Combatting Ag Marketing Mistruths w/ Michele Payn
June 14, 2021 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBNorth American Ag's Chrissy Wozniak talks with author Michele Payn. For those involved in agriculture the lies can be maddening, what’s the best way to address the narrative that’s being fed to those furthest from the farm. Michele Payn exists to stop the food bullying that is so pervasive in our culture. Known as one of North America's leading experts in connecting farm and food, she serves as a resource for people around the plate. Utilizing her diverse professional experience in the ...
Where the Markets Are Headed and the Impact of Corn & Soybean Highs with FarmTank’s Jordan Van Trump
June 07, 2021 13:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBNorth American Ag's Chrissy Wozniak talks with Jordan Van Trump, founder of FarmTank. The fallout from 2020 is here, and the markets are loud and clear. Hear insight on the markets, and the impact from the supply chain with the CEO of Farm Tank Jordan Van Trump. FarmTank is a leading social platform for producers, ranchers, traders, and investors in agriculture! FarmTank was founded in 2020 with a mission to connect agriculture and Wall Street by repositioning “ag media” for the next gen...
The Importance of Incorporating Safe Handling Training & Techniques on Dairy Farms
June 02, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 8.21 MBNorth American Ag's Chrissy Wozniak joins Dr. Jennifer Kauf and Dr. Adam Kauf of Livestock Trust and Caroline Zimmerman of Dry Creek Dairy in Martinsburg, PA to discuss safe livestock handling on dairy farms. Dry Creek Farm is a third generation family owned and operated dairy farm dedicated to providing safe and nutritious milk for consumers. Livestock Trust Institute is a place for safe keeping: animal-care and workforce workshops. They teach safety and efficiency through learning. Thei...