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RFD Washington Correspondent Matt Kaye says Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley believes a year-round E15 bill from the House will need to be attached to a Senate bill to survive. Henry County farmer Rock Katscgnig gives a Snowbird Report from Fort Meyers on freezing temperatures in Florida and what it means for produce. NCBA Meat Scientist Jessica Lancaster discusses work in consumer research through the Beef Checkoff as carcasses weight continues to grow. 17th Street BBQ's Amy Main talks about the Murphysboro businesses' package of meat delivery for the big game. Meteorologist Paul Otto has your forecast for the week.

RFD Washington correspondent Matt Kaye reports year-round E15 legislation, sidelined last year, still has broad bipartisan support in Congress. Dr. Matt Montgomery, Agronomy Education Lead at Beck's Hybrids, talks about long-term considerations farmers should have in mind for the upcoming planting season. Rachel Brown, Farm Family Resource Initiative Mental Health Specialist, previews a talk on reducing screentime for this weekend's Young Leaders Conference. AgMarket.Net co-founder Matt Bennett talks about outlooks for the planting season, while Curt Kimmel discusses strategies for corn futures. Meteorologist Paul Otto has a look at the forecast.

"Seven with Kevin" featuring Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs & Commodities Kevin Semlow, as discusses important issues for the year's congressional calendar and the importance of face-to-face work. Brian Burke, John Stewart and Associates, puts a Friday market day in the red into perspective. Meteorologist Paul Otto has a look at your forecast.

Illinois Farm Bureau president Philip Nelson talks about the importance and impact of the bureau's Everything Local Conference in Springfield. IFB Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities Kevin Semlow explains what's at stake as Washington works to pass appropriations bills. Sam Taylor, Rabo Bank Farm Input Analyst, discusses his Soy Summit presentation on tariffs, costs and availability. Steve Bridge, RFD Correspondent at Springfield affiliate WMAY, talks about food distribution efforts on a state level. Meteorologist Paul Otto has a look at the forecast.

Washington Correspondent Matt Kaye says President Donald Trump pledges support for year-round E15, as a deal falls apart in Congress. Assistant Director of Agriculture for Illinois Kristi Jones kicks off the Illinois Farm Bureau Everything Local Conference in Springfield. Todd Main, Illinois Soybean Association Director of Market Development, describes new uses for soybeans from the Soy Summit. Matt Reardon, Atmospheric Scientist for Nutrien Ag Solutions, talks about the grip of cold on the Midwest. Meteorologist Paul Otto takes a look at the forecast ahead.

RFD Washington Correspondent Matt Kaye reports as a top ethanol state senator is accusing oil refiners of ‘moving the goal post’ after a deal was worked out last week on year-round E15. Kristi Jones, Illinois Assistant Director of Ag, talks about opening the Everything Local Conference and her recent trip to India with the National State Directors of Agriculture. Jonathan Coppess, University of Illinois, talks Farm Bill progress, or lack of progress, from the IL Soy Summit. Meteorologist Paul Otto has a look at the forecast.

Washington Correspondent Matt Kaye reports on top House lawmaker efforts to push year-round E15 and additional farm aid. Josh Maschoff, president of Illinois Pork Producers, talks about the importance of trade with Mexico. Precision Planting's Bryce Baker explains a new product aiming to increase the performance of corn right from the time of planting. Nick Hausen, Meteorologist at Nick Hausen Weather, covers the continuing freezing cold. Meteorologist Paul Otto has a look at the forecast.

RFD Washington Correspondent Matt Kaye reports on the ongoing push for year round E15. Josh Maschhoff, President of the Illinois Pork Producers, talks about new incoming board members. Jim Rasor, former Chief Meteorologist at WSIL, talks about the details of an ongoing cold snap. Joe Camp, Commstock Investments, talks about weather impact on the markets. Meteorologist Paul Otto takes a look at the forecast.

Kevin Semlow, Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities at the Illinois Farm Bureau, talks about budget bills and federal funding. Stephanie Porter, Illinois Soybean Association's Outreach Agronomist, discusses sulfur, how much to use and when to use it. Steve Bridge, WMAY affiliate reporter in Springfield, talks to U.S. Senator Dick Durbin about the possibility of progress on a Farm Bill. Meteorologist Paul Otto has a look at your bitterly cold weekend forecast.

RFD Washington Correspondent Matt Kaye explains Reuters reports that China has met its commitment on buying U.S. soybeans, after the country shut out soybeans for four months of 2025. John Howell, chair of the Illinois Wheat Development Board, discusses his role from the Double Crop Forum. Ed Shimon, National Weather Service Lincoln, explains what extreme cold means for Illinois' forecast this weekend. Garrett Toay, Ag Trader Talk, looks at where corn markets could go. Meteorologist Paul Otto looks at the forecast and that upcoming bitter cold.

Illinois Farm Bureau President Philip Nelson joins the program ahead of the first meeting of the new board. Jim McCormick, AgMarket.net, outlines some of his concerns while taking a look at the markets following a long weekend. Matt Kaye, RFD Washington Correspondent, reports on positive outlooks for hogs and cattle in corp forecasts. Paul Otto takes a look at the forecast as bitter cold continues.

Matt Kaye, RFD Washington Correspondent, reports on potential disruptions to last year's US trade deal with the EU as European countries react to a Greenland Takeover Plan from President Donald Trump. Jason Webster, Precision Planting, outlines some agronomy decisions that matter for 2026, in a segment from the latest episode of RFD's Taking Stalk podcast. Andrew Margenot, Illinois Association of Drainage Districts, talks about the latest research from the University of Illinois on nutrient export via drainage tile. Meteorologist Paul Otto takes a look at continuing bitter cold.

Montgomery County Drainage Commissioner Thomas Mulch explains the importance and function of local drainage districts from the Illinois Association of Drainage Districts meeting. Outgoing president David Hake from Washington County talks about the importance of county fairs from the annual meeting of the Illinois Association of Agricultural Fairs. Also hear incoming IAAF president Gary Mielke from the Stephenson County Fair. Meteorologist Paul Otto shares details on an ongoing cold snap.

Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello outlines his agenda for 2026, with farmer profitability and commodity prices top of mind. Justin Daugherty, Sales Manager for Crop Nutirents at Growmark, talks about impact from supply chain issues. Kris Ehler, Champaign County farmer, says it would take a lot to get to equilibrium as farmers eye drought maps. Meteorologist Paul Otto has a look at the forecast.

Kevin Semlow, Executive Director Government Affairs & Commodities at Illinois Farm Bureau, highlights the AFBF Annual Meeting from Anaheim, California. He talks policy and appropriations conversations from Washington. Rich Nelson, Chief Strategist at Allendale Inc., talks about the impact of yield growing WASDE reports and markets. Matt Kaye, Washington Correspondent for RFD, reports on continued efforts to implement year-round E15. Meteorologist Paul Otto gives the forecast.