What is the Green Web? You'll find out in this week's episode of Digging In as Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Regulatory Affairs, Dan Engemann, dives deeper into conversation on the Green Web and how it may affect farmers and ranchers. 

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs and Advocacy 
Guests: Dan Engemann, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Regulatory Affairs
Producer: Natalie Ayers, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In to the Green Web

Fall harvest time can be one of the busiest and most dangerous seasons of the year for the agriculture industry. This is why the third week of September has been recognized as National Farm Safety and Health Week. 

Linda Emanuel, RN and Community Health Director at AgriSafe, shares stories and her insight on farm safety during this episode of Digging In. AgriSafe has educational tools and resources available for farmers and ranchers, as well as youth. You can find more at agrisafe.org or contact them at info.agrisafe.org.

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs and Advocacy
Guests: Linda Emanuel, RN and Agrisafe Community Health Director
Producer: Natalie Ayers, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In to National Farm Safety and Health Week

Access to affordable and effective health coverage is one of the biggest challenges facing Missouri Farm Bureau members. Anthony Kimbrough, CEO of Tennessee Farm Bureau Health Plans, joins President Hawkins on the podcast this week to discuss why additional health plan options are important for Missourians.

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Host: Garrett Hawkins, Missouri Farm Bureau President
Guests: Anthony Kimbrough, CEO of Tennessee Farm Bureau Health Plans
Producer: Natalie Ayers, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In to Health Plans with Anthony Kimbrough

American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President, Zippy Duvall, digs in to variety of topics on this episode, ranging from Farm Bill progress to peanut production! Plus, Zippy gives us a sneak peek on the topics he plans to cover at the upcoming MOFB Annual Meeting and AFBF Annual Convention. 

More on MOFB's Annual Meeting can be found at https://mofb.org/event/2023-annual-meeting/. You won't want to miss this year's event!

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs
Guests: Zippy Duvall, American Farm Bureau Federation President
Producer: Natalie Ayers, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In to MOFB Annual Meeting (and more!) with AFBF President Zippy Duvall

During the 2023 Annual Meeting, Missouri Farm Bureau - in partnership with Brownfield Ag News - hosted a 2024 Missouri Gubernatorial Forum, in which four leading candidates for Governor spoke to MOFB members about their platforms and important agricultural issues.

Brownfield's Carah Hart sat down with each candidate, and in this recording, you will hear from Republican gubernatorial candidate Jay Ashcroft.

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Host: Carah Hart, Brownfield Ag News Anchor/Reporter
Guest: Jay Ashcroft
Producer: Natalie Ayers, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In with Jay Ashcroft

Zach Ducheneaux, USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator, encourages farmers and ranchers to apply for FSA programs, especially individuals who have previously been turned down or discouraged from participating. 

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs
Guest: Zach Ducheneaux, USDA Farm Service Agency Administrator
Producer: Natalie Ayers, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In with Zach Ducheneaux

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) was identified in U.S. dairy cattle for the first time in March 2024. Although a case has not been detected in Missouri, Missouri State Veterinarian Dr. Steve Strubberg joins us on the podcast this week to talk about the implications it has on the dairy industry, and what this means for dairy producers and exhibitors moving forward.

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy
Guest: Dr. Steve Strubberg, Missouri State Veterinarian
Producer: Natalie Ayers, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In to HPAI in Dairy Cattle

It's National Teacher Appreciation Week! We all have a teacher who helped shape our lives, and within the agriculture industry, it is likely that was an ag teacher. Joining us on the podcast this week are former agriculture teacher and Missouri Teach Ag Coordinator Pam Proffitt-Rowland, as well as Tiffany Rouse Kauffman, Agriculture Teacher and FFA Advisor at Nixa Public Schools.

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy
Guests: Pam Proffitt-Rowland, Missouri Teach Ag Coordinator & Tiffany Rouse Kauffman, Agriculture Teacher and FFA Advisor at Nixa Public Schools
Producer: Natalie Fifer, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In to National Teacher Appreciation Week

The passion for both agriculture and journalism were developed in Sara Wyant from a young age. Having grown up as an Iowa farm girl, she blazed her own career path, which later led to establishing a well-known news source for agriculture policy and industry updates: Agri-Pulse Communications. Listen in as Sara tells us her story and imparts her advice on remaining true to your roots.

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs
Guest: Sara Wyant, Owner of Agri-Pulse
Producer: Natalie Fifer, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Think Big Do Good featuring Sara Wyant

Gatlin Didier is an actor, producer, and rancher - born and raised in rural western Oklahoma where he learned at a young age that to keep busy you have to entertain yourself and a lot of times others. Growing up on his family's ranch that has been around since 1902, he also wants to make content that highlights that way of life - country livin'. Tune in to the newest episode of Think Big, Do Good to hear Gatlin's story, built on family, faith and a whole lot of fun.

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Host: Garrett Hawkins, Missouri Farm Bureau President
Guest: Gatlin Didier, Actor/Producer/Rancher
Producer: Natalie Fifer, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Think Big, Do Good featuring Gatlin Didier

Davin Althoff, MOFB Director of Marketing and Commodities, joins us on Digging In to discuss the upcoming Missouri Farm Bureau Agritourism Conference! This year's event will be held July 14-16 in Hannibal, MO. For more information on the conference, visit https://mofb.org/event/2024-agritourism-conference/.

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy
Guest: Davin Althoff, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Marketing & Commodities 
Producer: Natalie Fifer, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In to MOFB Agritourism Conference

The Department of Energy recently announced the proposed phase II of the National Interest Electric Transmission Corridor (NIETC). A list of preliminary, potential corridors includes the Midwest Plains, spanning 5 miles wide and 780 miles long across portions of Illinois, Indiana, Kansas and Missouri. MOFB Director of Regulatory Affairs Dan Engemann join us on the podcast this week to discuss what this could mean for communities that lie in the NIETC path, as well as what actions MOFB is taking to protect farmers and ranchers from a federal land grab in our state. 

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy
Guest: Dan Engemann, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Regulatory Affairs
Producer: Natalie Fifer, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In to the NIETC

Scott Faughn, Host of This Week in Missouri Politics, joins us on the podcast this week to discuss the upcoming primary election. Giving his opinion on each of the MOFB PAC endorsed candidates, Scott gives us his prediction of many of the current political races. If you are a Missouri resident, be sure to listen in to this podcast, and then get out and vote on Tuesday, August 6th!

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy
Guest: Scott Faughn, Host of This Week in Missouri Politics 
Producer: Natalie Fifer, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In with Scott Faughn

Each year during the Missouri State Fair, a press conference is hosted at the MOFB building on Legislative Day. At this conference, elected leaders share their legislative updates with fairgoers and media. The legislators that spoke at the press conference this year included Governor Mike Parson, Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe, Senator Eric Schmitt, Congressman Jason Smith, Congressman Eric Burlison, Congressman Mark Alford, as well as MOFB President Garrett Hawkins. This is the recording from that event.

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Producer: Natalie Fifer, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In to the MOFB Legislative Press Conference

As a host for RFD-TV, co-owner of Billy Bob's Texas, and former Miss Rodeo America, Pam Minick is a true icon in Western Sports. She joins us for the newest episode in our "Think Big, Do Good" series. We take a look back at her incredible life and career, from Nevada to Texas, as she navigated the rodeo, pageant and broadcasting world. Tune in to hear what advice this cowgirl has for the next generation of horsemen and women.  

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Host: Janet Adkison, MOFB Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy
Guest: Pam Minick, TV Host and Former Miss Rodeo America
Producer: Audrey Ickes, MOFB Public Affairs Intern

Think Big, Do Good featuring Pam Minick

Last week, MOFB held their annual IMPACT class tour. Members of the 2024 class had to opportunity to visit agribusinesses in the Nashville area. Three members of the class joined us on the podcast this week to review why they made the decision to be part of the cohort and their favorite parts of their time in Tennessee.

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy
Guests: Erica Schwoeppe, Tiffany Kauffman, Michelle Cloud - 2024 IMPACT Class participants
Producer: Natalie Fifer, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In to the 2024 IMPACT Tour

Continuing with our special election series on our podcast, President Hawkins and Senator Josh Hawley are featured on this week's episode of Digging In. Senator Hawley shares insight from his first term as U.S. Senator, as well as what he believes is at stake for rural America as we look to the future.

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Host: Garrett Hawkins, Missouri Farm Bureau President
Guest: U.S. Senator Josh Hawley
Producer: Natalie Fifer, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging in with Senator Josh Hawley

Joining President Hawkins on this episode of Think Big, Do Good is his long-time friend Caleb Jones. Jones has left footprints in both the Missouri and U.S. Capitols, all while staying true to his rural roots in Moniteau County, Missouri. After years of public service, he assumed his current role as CEO of the Missouri Electric Cooperatives, continuing his goal of serving rural communities and raising the quality of life for all Missourians. 

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Host: Garrett Hawkins, Missouri Farm Bureau President
Guest: Caleb Jones, Missouri Electric Cooperatives CEO
Producer: Natalie Fifer, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Think Big, Do Good featuring Caleb Jones

Spencer Tuma sits down on the latest Digging In installment to offer insight on Rails to Trails legislation and the background leading up to the private policy rights proposal. She also brings us an update on the farm bill as we head into 2025.  

Host: Janet Adkison, MOFB Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy
Guest: Spencer Tuma, MOFB Director of National Legislative Affairs

Digging In to the Rails to Trails

This week kicks off a new monthly market update.  Davin Althoff, MOFB's Director of Marketing and Commodities, delivers the latest insight on the livestock & grain markets, and details from the weekly harvest progress report.

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy
Guest: Davin Althoff, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Marketing & Commodities
Producer: Janet Adkison, MOFB Director of Public Affairs

Digging in to the Markets

BJ Tanksley joins us on the podcast to talk about broadband access for rural Missouri, how it's been an ongoing point of emphasis for both MOFB and the state of Missouri, and how a recent summit provided key updates to leaders in the industry.

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy
Guest: BJ Tanksley, Missouri Department of Economic Development Office of Broadband Development Director

Digging In to Broadband Development

Returning to the Digging In podcast is Roger McEowen, Professor of Agricultural Law and Taxation at Washburn University. In this episode, he covers a variety of topics, including the shortage of law professionals in rural areas and his efforts to showcase the benefits of practicing in rural communities. As well as how changes in DC may affect farmers and ranchers entering tax season. 

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs
Guest: Roger McEowen, Washburn University School of Law Professor of Agricultural Law and Taxation
Producer: Jacob King, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In with Roger McEowen on Rural Law

Today on the Digging in Podcast. We give a quick update on legislative progress. Additionally, we discuss agriculture news headlines and a peek at the markets with "The Cow Guy" Scott Shellady


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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs
Guest: Scott Shellady, "The Cow Guy" RFDTV
Producer: Jacob King, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In with "The Cow Guy" Scott Shellady

Joining President Hawkins on this episode of Think Big, Do Good is Convoy of Hope Founder, Hal Donaldson. 

Convoy of Hope, a global, faith-based, nonprofit organization that works with communities to address root causes of poverty and hunger.
Every school day Convoy of Hope feeds 639,000 children in 39 countries, empowers women in micro-enterprise, and trains farmers in sustainable agriculture.
Hal has received numerous public service awards. He has a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from San Jose State University and a Bachelor of Arts in biblical studies from Bethany University.


During a recent volunteering event with Missouri Farm Bureau members, Hal sat down with President Hawkins to discuss Convoy of Hope's mission and how they've grown into one of the 50 largest charities in the United States, according to Forbes. 


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Host: Garrett Hawkins, Missouri Farm Bureau President
Guest: Hal Donaldson, Founder, Convoy of Hope
Producer: Jacob King, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Think Big, Do Good featuring Hal Donaldson

Today on the Digging in Podcast. We cover the headlines from agriculture and, "The Cow Guy" Scott Shellady joins again to discuss misinformation in recent agriculture headlines and how they have affected the markets.


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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs
Guest: Scott Shellady, "The Cow Guy" RFDTV
Producer: Jacob King, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging Into Market Misinformation with "The Cow Guy"

Today on the Digging in Podcast. We recap the legislative headlines following the 2025 Special Session before jumping into the upcoming Agritourism Conference. We hear from conference veteran Matt Moreland. Owner of Red Barn Ranch in Harrisonville, Missouri. Matt shares his experience with the conference and why he considers it a must attend event.

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs
Guest: Matt Moreland, Red Barn Ranch
Producer: Jacob King, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging Into Agritourism Conference with Matt Moreland

Today on the Digging in Podcast. Several factors are impacting the commodity markets, but it seems weather and tariffs are top of mind for farmers and traders. Ben Brown, Senior Research Associate / Extension Agricultural Economist with the University of Missouri, breaks down the markets and offers insight on the market movers and expectations.

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs
Guest: Ben Brown, University of Missouri Senior Research Associate / Extension Agricultural Economist
Producer: Jacob King, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging Into a Market Update with Ben Brown

Today on the Digging in Podcast. Joining President Hawkins is Missouri’s Attorney General Andrew Baily. The AG’s office is engaged on several issues important to MOFB members, including the Grain Belt Express, the false report of new world screwworm in the state, Waters of the U.S. and California’s Prop 12.   

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Host: Garrett Hawkins, Missouri Farm Bureau President
Guest: Andrew Baily, Missouri Attorney General
Producer: Jacob King, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In with Andrew Bailey

Today on the Digging in Podcast. Jason Moore breaks down all things Missouri State Fair. From BBQ competitions, live shows, and even world record holders. Plus, a whole lot more. There are a ton of things to get excited about and it's coming up fast. August 7th through the 17th in Sedalia, Missouri. 

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs
Guest: Jason Moore, Missouri State Fair Director
Producer: Jacob King, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging Into Missouri State Fair with Jason Moore

Today on the Digging in Podcast. Randy Little joins the show to talk about all things State Fair, agriculture, southwest Missouri, and of course his time at PFI. He shares with us how he got started and what drives him to continue to do more.

If you have spent time in southwest Missouri over the past 40 years, you’ve probably seen or visited the western store mecca PFI (Preferred Farmers Incorporated). Overlooking Hwy 65 in Springfield, the business was the place to shop for all things western, and their tagline “…and I’m not kidding” was a mainstay on TV commercials across the Ozarks. Former owner, Randy Little, sold PFI a few years ago, but he’s still engaged in the business community and Missouri’s agriculture industry.

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs
Guest: Randy Little, Missouri State Fair Commission Member
Producer: Jacob King, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging In with Randy Little

Today on the Digging in Podcast. Lucinda McRoberts joins the show to talk about Missouri ALOT, a program to develop the leadership potential of individuals in Missouri’s agricultural community. Lucinda breaks down how the program enhances participants’ communication and leadership skills, expands their understanding of agricultural issues, encourages involvement and leadership initiative in their industry and communities, and connects participants to ALOT’s hundreds of alumni participants across Missouri. 

The application period for class XXI is open now so make sure to visit the Missouri ALOT website and apply! 
https://missourialot.org/candidates/apply/

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs
Guest: Lucinda McRoberts, Missouri ALOT Executive Director
Producer: Jacob King, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist

Digging Into ALOT with Lucinda McRoberts

In this week’s Digging In, we revisit the topics addressed during the MOFB Commodity Conference.  This week, we hear from Josh Linville, with StoneX Group Inc. Josh brings a unique perspective to the fertilizer markets. In his presentation he reminds the audience that the commodities we produce and use are part of a global market, and it’s important to know what’s going on around the world. 

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Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs
Guest: Josh Linville, Vice President of Fertilizer at StoneX Group Inc. 
Producer: Jacob King, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist


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