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With the average age of American farmers continuing to rise, one of agriculture's biggest questions is becoming more urgent: What happens to the farm when it's time for the next generation to take over? Kristine Tidgren from Iowa State University joins Louie and Elliott at the Farm Progress Show to discuss farm succession planning, passing down land, and why these conversations need to happen long before decisions have to be made. This isn't just a conversation for today's farmers. It's about the future of family farms and the next generation of agriculture. #RushHourAg #FarmSuccession #FarmProgressShow #IowaAgriculture #FarmLegacy #EstatePlanning #FamilyFarms #NextGenerationFarmers Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts on today’s episode or topics you want us to cover? Email us anytime at [email protected]. See you next time for more real talk on farming, ag policy, and everything in between. Facebook, Tik Tok, Instagram, X (Twitter), Youtube

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig is BACK on Rush Hour Ag, and with one of the most anticipated political races of the fall heating up, this is a conversation Iowa farmers won't want to miss! 🌽 From the future of Iowa's water quality efforts to the policies shaping agriculture, Mike sits down with Louie and Elliott in the @JohnDeere booth to discuss his priorities, his vision for the department, and what's at stake for Iowa agriculture. With important decisions ahead, knowing the candidates and understanding their plans has never been more important. 🎙️ What does Mike Naig believe is next for Iowa agriculture? Tune in to hear his perspective firsthand! #RushHourAg #MikeNaig #IowaAgriculture #IowaPolitics #IowaFarmers #WaterQuality #AgPolicy #IowaElections #AgricultureMatters #FarmPolicy #Election2026 #IowaAg Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts on today’s episode or topics you want us to cover? Email us anytime at [email protected]. See you next time for more real talk on farming, ag policy, and everything in between. Facebook, Tik Tok, Instagram, X (Twitter), Youtube

What does the Farm Service Agency actually do for your farm, and are there programs or opportunities you could be missing? Starlyn Perdue, Iowa State Executive Director for the USDA Farm Service Agency, joins Louie and Elliott on Rush Hour Ag to pull back the curtain on FSA and what farmers need to know. From farm programs and loans to the role FSA plays in supporting producers and rural communities, this conversation gets into the questions farmers have about one of USDA's most important connections to the countryside. Whether you're a beginning farmer, a longtime producer, or you've simply wondered what happens inside your local FSA office, this episode is worth a listen. 🎙️ Listen now to Rush Hour Ag! #RushHourAg #FSA #FarmServiceAgency #USDA #IowaAgriculture #FarmPrograms #FarmLoans #Farmers #Agriculture #RuralAmerica Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts on today’s episode or topics you want us to cover? Email us anytime at [email protected]. See you next time for more real talk on farming, ag policy, and everything in between. Facebook, Tik Tok, Instagram, X (Twitter), Youtube

Zach Lahn is back on Rush Hour Ag! Recorded LIVE from the Sukup booth at Farm Progress Show, Zach catches up with the guys about his campaign for Iowa governor, what he’s hearing from Iowans across the state, agriculture’s role in the conversation, and the issues shaping his run for office. From rural Iowa and farming to the direction of the state, Louie and Elliott ask Zach where the race stands now and what he wants Iowans to know as the campaign moves forward. Hit play for another candid conversation from Farm Progress Show! #RushHourAg #ZachLahn #IowaGovernor #IowaPolitics #FarmProgressShow #IowaAg #Agriculture #RuralIowa #Sukup Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts on today’s episode or topics you want us to cover? Email us anytime at [email protected]. See you next time for more real talk on farming, ag policy, and everything in between. Facebook, Tik Tok, Instagram, X (Twitter), Youtube

What does Iowa State University Extension and Outreach actually do for rural Iowans...and why does it matter? On this episode of Rush Hour Ag, Elliott and Louie sit down with Jason Henderson, Vice President for Extension and Outreach at Iowa State University, to talk about the role Extension plays across the state. From agriculture and rural communities to education, research, youth development and economic opportunities, Extension reaches far beyond the university campus. Jason breaks down what his position looks like, how Extension connects Iowa State resources with communities across Iowa, and what he sees as some of the biggest opportunities and challenges facing rural Iowa. #RushHourAg #IowaStateUniversity #ISUExtension #RuralIowa #IowaAgriculture #IowaFarmers #ExtensionAndOutreach #RuralAmerica #Agriculture #AgPodcast Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts on today’s episode or topics you want us to cover? Email us anytime at [email protected]. See you next time for more real talk on farming, ag policy, and everything in between. Facebook, Tik Tok, Instagram, X (Twitter), Youtube

What happens when one state’s livestock regulations begin impacting pork producers across the entire country? On this episode of Rush Hour Ag, Louie and Elliott sit down with Katie Hall of the National Pork Producers Council to break down some of the biggest policy, trade, and animal health issues facing U.S. pork producers. The conversation starts with California’s Proposition 12 and the bigger question it raises: Could producers eventually be forced to navigate 50 different sets of production standards? Katie explains what compliance can mean for producers, the costs involved, and why NPPC continues to focus on the impact of state-by-state livestock regulations on interstate commerce. They also dig into the Farm Bill and NPPC’s priorities for pork producers, including animal health, conservation, risk management, research, and expanding market access. Plus, what happens if a foreign animal disease is detected in the United States? The group talks through the potential impact on exports, the importance of preparedness, and the work happening behind the scenes to protect the U.S. pork industry. Katie also discusses tariffs and trade uncertainty what happens when agriculture becomes leverage in a larger trade dispute, and why international markets matter so much to the hog industry. And finally, what does the National Pork Producers Council actually do?Katie gives listeners a look behind the curtain at the work NPPC is doing in Washington, D.C., on behalf of America’s pork producers. From Prop 12 to the Farm Bill, foreign animal disease, trade, and the future of U.S. pork production, this episode covers a lot of ground; and a lot that could directly impact farmers. Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts on today’s episode or topics you want us to cover? Email us anytime at [email protected]. See you next time for more real talk on farming, ag policy, and everything in between. Facebook, Tik Tok, Instagram, X (Twitter), Youtube

Grain marketing is not about hitting the top of the market. It is about building a repeatable process that helps your farm make better decisions over time. At the Farm Progress Show, Louie and Elliott sat down with the AgrisAcademy team to talk grain merchandising, pricing, risk management, and where farmers may be leaving money on the table. If you want to better understand how professional grain merchandisers think, this episode is for you. Learn more at AgrisAcademy.com. #RushHourAg #AgrisAcademy #FarmProgressShow #GrainMarketing #FarmMarketing #CommodityMarkets #RiskManagement #FarmRiskManagement #GrainMerchandising #FarmProfitability #AgEducation #FarmBusiness #CornMarkets #SoybeanMarkets #FarmersHelpingFarmers Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts on today’s episode or topics you want us to cover? Email us anytime at [email protected]. See you next time for more real talk on farming, ag policy, and everything in between. Facebook, Tik Tok, Instagram, X (Twitter), Youtube

What does Iowa’s Secretary of Agriculture actually do? Spoiler: it’s about a whole lot more than water quality. At the Iowa State Fair, Louie sat down with Secretary Mike Naig to unpack the many responsibilities that come with the job...from supporting farmers and strengthening rural communities to protecting animal health, expanding markets, responding to emergencies and helping shape the future of Iowa agriculture. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most wide-ranging roles in Iowa government, and the issues impacting agriculture across the state. #RushHourAg #MikeNaig #IowaAgriculture #IowaStateFair #IowaFarmers #AgPolicy #RuralIowa #Agriculture #FarmPodcast Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts on today’s episode or topics you want us to cover? Email us anytime at [email protected]. See you next time for more real talk on farming, ag policy, and everything in between. Facebook, Tik Tok, Instagram, X (Twitter), Youtube

Congressman Zach Nunn joined Louie and Corey LIVE from the Iowa State Fair for a conversation about what’s happening in Washington...and what it actually means back home. 🇺🇸🌽 From the Farm Bill and the future of American agriculture to the issues hitting farmers and rural communities right now, Congressman Nunn breaks down what’s happening in D.C. and what producers should be paying attention to. No political talking points. Just a conversation about agriculture, policy, and the people making decisions that impact rural America. 🎙️ Catch the full conversation now on Rush Hour Ag! #RushHourAg #Farm4Profit #ZachNunn #IowaStateFair #FarmfluencersAtTheFair #FarmBill #AgPolicy #IowaAgriculture #IowaFarmers #RuralAmerica #AmericanAgriculture #FarmPolicy #Congress #IowaPolitics #Farmers Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts on today’s episode or topics you want us to cover? Email us anytime at [email protected]. See you next time for more real talk on farming, ag policy, and everything in between. Facebook, Tik Tok, Instagram, X (Twitter), Youtube

David Muhlbauer joined Louie and David from Farm4Profit during Farmfluencers at the Fair to talk about his run for Lieutenant Governor of Iowa and what’s driving him to step into the race. From agriculture and rural communities to the future of the state, they covered what his campaign could mean for Iowans. #FarmfluencersattheFair #IowaStateFair #RushHourAg #Farm4Profit #IowaAgriculture #IowaPolitics #Farming #RuralIowa Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts on today’s episode or topics you want us to cover? Email us anytime at [email protected]. See you next time for more real talk on farming, ag policy, and everything in between. Facebook, Tik Tok, Instagram, X (Twitter), Youtube

Election season is heating up, and knowing the people on your ballot matters. In this episode of Rush Hour Ag, Elliott and Louie sit down with Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird for a conversation that goes far beyond campaign headlines. What does an Attorney General actually do? How does the office impact Iowa farmers, landowners, businesses, and rural communities? Brenna breaks down the responsibilities of the state's top legal officer and discusses the work her office has completed during her tenure, including issues affecting agriculture, consumer protection, election integrity, and Iowa law. Whether you're preparing to vote this fall or simply want a better understanding of one of Iowa's most influential statewide offices, this episode provides a closer look at the role of the Attorney General and the policies shaping the future of the state #RushHourAg #BrennaBird #IowaAttorneyGeneral #Election2026 #KnowYourCandidates #IowaPolitics #AgPolicy #IowaFarmers #RuralAmerica #PropertyRights #ElectionSeason #Leadership #PublicPolicy #Agriculture #Iowa #FarmPodcast #Government #ConservativePolitics #AttorneyGeneral #Podcast Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts on today’s episode or topics you want us to cover? Email us anytime at [email protected]. See you next time for more real talk on farming, ag policy, and everything in between. Facebook, Tik Tok, Instagram, X (Twitter), Youtube

Everyone has an opinion about data centers, but how much do you actually know about what happens before the first shovel hits the ground? In this episode of Rush Hour Ag, Elliott sits down with Linn County Supervisor Brandy Meisheid to answer the biggest questions surrounding data center growth in rural America. From behind-the-scenes negotiations and local government decision-making to property rights, infrastructure, taxes, and community impact, Brandy shares an inside perspective that most people never get to hear. Whether you're a farmer, landowner, elected official, or simply curious about the rapid expansion of data centers, this conversation sheds light on what really happens behind closed doors and why these projects are becoming one of the most talked-about issues in rural communities today. #RushHourAg #DataCenters #RuralAmerica #Agriculture #PropertyRights #LocalGovernment #CountySupervisor #LandUse #EconomicDevelopment #Infrastructure #Iowa #Farming #AgPolicy #CommunityDevelopment #RenewableEnergy #RuralCommunities #Landowners #Technology #PublicPolicy #Podcast Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts on today’s episode or topics you want us to cover? Email us anytime at [email protected]. See you next time for more real talk on farming, ag policy, and everything in between. Facebook, Tik Tok, Instagram, X (Twitter), Youtube

How do the decisions made at the Iowa Capitol impact your everyday life? Representative Megan Jones joins Rush Hour Ag for a wide-ranging conversation about some of Iowa's most debated legislative issues. From the controversy surrounding flock cameras and balancing public safety with personal privacy to discussions on taxation without representation and other key policy topics, this episode dives into the conversations shaping Iowa today. Whether you're involved in agriculture, own a business, or simply want to better understand what's happening in state government, this episode offers insight into the challenges lawmakers are working through and the issues that could affect communities across Iowa. What issue do you think lawmakers should be focused on most? #RushHourAg #IowaPolitics #MeganJones #IowaLegislature #AgPolicy #RuralAmerica #FarmPolicy #PropertyRights #Government #PublicPolicy #FlockCameras #Taxation #IowaFarmers #StateGovernment #Politics Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts on today’s episode or topics you want us to cover? Email us anytime at [email protected]. See you next time for more real talk on farming, ag policy, and everything in between. Facebook, Tik Tok, Instagram, X (Twitter), Youtube

For generations, farming has been viewed as the American dream, but what happens when families are land rich and cash poor? This week on Rush Hour Ag, we sit down with author Brian Reisinger to discuss his book Land Rich, Cash Poor and the untold story of the disappearing American farmer. We dive into the financial realities facing farm families, why owning land doesn't always mean financial security, the policies and market forces shaping rural America, and what needs to change to preserve the future of family farming. If you've ever wondered why so many farm families struggle despite owning valuable land, this conversation will give you a whole new perspective. Listen now and join the conversation. #RushHourAg #BrianReisinger #LandRichCashPoor #FamilyFarms #AmericanFarmer #RuralAmerica #FarmPolicy #Agriculture #AgPodcast #FarmEconomy #Farmland #RuralCommunities #AmericanAgriculture #FutureOfFarming #FarmLife Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts on today’s episode or topics you want us to cover? Email us anytime at [email protected]. See you next time for more real talk on farming, ag policy, and everything in between. Facebook, Tik Tok, Instagram, X (Twitter), Youtube

Could something you can't see be affecting your farm? This week on Rush Hour Ag, we sit down with Dan Stachofsky of Essential Energy Solutions to discuss one of agriculture's most talked-about, and debated, topics: electromagnetic fields (EMFs). From power lines and cell towers to data centers and modern technology, we explore what EMFs are, why some producers are paying closer attention to them, and the observations Dan says he's seen in livestock, crops, and overall farm performance. Whether you're skeptical, curious, or already researching this topic, this episode is designed to ask questions, explore the science, and encourage producers to think critically about how emerging technologies may impact agriculture. Listen now and let us know your thoughts. Have you ever considered how EMFs or expanding technology infrastructure could affect your operation? #RushHourAg #Agriculture #EMF #Farming #Livestock #CropProduction #RegenerativeAgriculture #DataCenters #AgTechnology #FarmInnovation #RuralAmerica #FarmPodcast #ModernAgriculture #EssentialEnergy #AgDiscussion Be sure to follow us on social media to stay up to date! Got thoughts on today’s episode or topics you want us to cover? Email us anytime at [email protected]. See you next time for more real talk on farming, ag policy, and everything in between. Facebook, Tik Tok, Instagram, X (Twitter), Youtube