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Agweek Podcast

Agweek Podcast

Written by: Forum Communications Co.
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Agweek brings you the latest agriculture news from around the upper Midwest. Our reporters give you the latest information you need to stay informed and tell the stories you need to hear from farming communities.©2026 Forum Communications Co. Politics & Government
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  • What Every Farmer Should Expect From Their Ag Banker (And What Most Miss) with Laura Ascheman and Megan Johnson | FIBT Ag Series

    What Every Farmer Should Expect From Their Ag Banker (And What Most Miss) with Laura Ascheman and Megan Johnson | FIBT Ag Series
    Oct 22 2026

    Cultivating Success: Inside Ag Lending with First International Bank & Trust

    In agricultural finance, there is a major difference between simply securing a loan and building a true financial partnership with lenders who know your local dirt. In this episode, First International Bank & Trust ag lender Laura A. Ascheman and credit analyst Megan Johnson break down what separates real relationship banking from a basic transaction, why local decision-making matters, and how to navigate unexpected farm challenges. 📌 TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Cold Open & Intro
    0:45 - First Ag Memories & Getting Involved in Agriculture
    3:15 - What Separates a True Ag Banking Partnership from a Loan
    7:30 - Why Local Decision-Making & Field Time Matter
    11:45 - Expecting the Unexpected: Weather Shifts & Equipment Surprises
    15:20 - Common Ag Banking Myths & Explaining the Job to a 5-Year-Old
    19:10 - Key Takeaways & Connecting with FIBT 🌾 READ MORE ON AGWEEK: Read the full story and stay up to date on Midwest agriculture news: https://www.agweek.com 🔔 SUBSCRIBE TO AGWEEK ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@AGWEEK?sub_confirmation=1 🎙️ LISTEN TO THE AGWEEK PODCAST: https://www.agweek.com/podcasts
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    22 mins
  • Soybeans take 'a beating' on harvest progress, light crush report and Brazil crop expectations

    Soybeans take 'a beating' on harvest progress, light crush report and Brazil crop expectations
    Oct 16 2026

    Jamie Dickerman of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss tough crop markets and strength in the livestock sector on the Agweek Market Wrap.

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    8 mins
  • Beyond 2026 Harvest: Managing Stalk Integrity, Late-Season Diseases, and Next-Year ROI with Steven Eichenberger from Nutrien

    Beyond 2026 Harvest: Managing Stalk Integrity, Late-Season Diseases, and Next-Year ROI with Steven Eichenberger from Nutrien
    Oct 9 2026

    Harvest is happening across the country, and weather conditions across the Cornbelt East have thrown plenty of curveballs this season . In this episode of the AgWeek Podcast, host Al Winmill sits down with Steven Eichenberger, Dyna-Gro Seed Area Manager for Nutrien Ag Solutions, to break down what growers need to watch for as combines and grain carts roll across the region .

    In this episode, we discuss:

    • The 15-Year Evolution of Agronomy: How digital tools, AI diagnostic apps, and higher yield expectations have changed field management .

    • Harvest Prioritization & Stalk Health: Managing stalk/crown rots and evaluating field risk after excess moisture and heavy rainfall .

    • Beyond N-P-K: Hybrid nutrient efficiency, root architecture (penetrating vs. fibrous), and tailoring fertility management .

    • Managing for 2027, Not Just 2026: Why picking seed based on multi-year data beats reacting to a single season's weather trends .

    • Off the Clock: Steven's fantasy football sleeper picks, his dream vacation spot, and his favorite binge-worthy TV shows .

    Connect with Nutrien Ag Solutions & Dyna-Gro:

    • Website: nutrienagsolutions.com

    • Visit your local Nutrien Ag Solutions retail branch or connect on social media .

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    27 mins
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