http://farmweeknow.com/podcastsenSociety & CultureCopyright Illinois Farm Bureauhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d757fe6feb0f85d8de29f6b8b650a288.jpghttp://farmweeknow.com/podcastsTue, 25 Aug 2026 10:00:41 +0000Illinois Farm BureauIllinois Farm Bureaudstroisch@ilfb.orgRFD Radio’s Rita Frazer brings Illinois Farm Bureau leaders, members and experts together to discuss issues facing farm families and rural communities.false900dd315-1b04-597b-853a-f47c1049fe36episodichttp://www.farmweeknow.com/podcasts
In this episode of Taking Stalk, the couple outlines the past 10 years of their unique family and farm journey that led to a thriving agritourism business in Greene County.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74644119Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:50:01 +0000Illinois Farm BureauRegan Joehl wanted to be a farmer. Christie Joehl wanted to be an ag teacher. Together, the Joehls have made both their dreams come true — but not in a way either of them ever imagined. In this episode of Taking Stalk, the couple outlines the past 10...
In this episode of Taking Stalk, the couple outlines the past 10 years of their unique family and farm journey that led to a thriving agritourism business in Greene County.

]]>1705agriculture,agritourism,apples,fall,farmer,flowers,greene_county,illinois,mom,parenting,pumpkins,teaching,visitorsfalsefullhttp://www.farmweeknow.com/podcastsBut when tragedy struck the former television reporter's family twice, everything changed.
In this episode of Taking Stalk, Barrett-Duzan shares her emotional journey back to the family farm with host Rita Frazer.
Together, they explore farming's steep learning curve, the loneliness that accompanies it, and how a leap of faith revealed confidence Barrett-Duzan says she didn't know she had.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73405128Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:38:29 +0000Illinois Farm BureauTara Barrett-Duzan didn't plan on being a farmer. But when tragedy struck the former television reporter's family twice, everything changed. In this episode of Taking Stalk, Barrett-Duzan shares her emotional journey back to the family farm with host...But when tragedy struck the former television reporter's family twice, everything changed.
In this episode of Taking Stalk, Barrett-Duzan shares her emotional journey back to the family farm with host Rita Frazer.
Together, they explore farming's steep learning curve, the loneliness that accompanies it, and how a leap of faith revealed confidence Barrett-Duzan says she didn't know she had.]]>1884brother,daughter,death,estate,farm,farmer,grief,healing,hope,loss,planning,succession,transitionfalsefullhttp://www.farmweeknow.com/podcastshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/72955767Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:50:01 +0000Illinois Farm BureauLauren Reedy and Corrie Scott want to see their small town thrive. But until last year, Benson, Illinois, didn't even have a grocery store — until they started one themselves. In this episode of Taking Stalk, the fifth-generation farmers tell host...1989allergy,benson,farm,farmer,grocery,illinois,local,market,organic,regenerative,renovation,storefalsefullhttp://www.farmweeknow.com/podcasts
Stephanie Porter, an outreach agronomist with the Illinois Soybean Association, experienced this firsthand nearly seven years ago. A sore spot that wouldn't heal led to a melanoma diagnosis teetering on the edge of Stage 4 cancer.

In this conversation with host Rita Frazer, Porter shares her story of recovery and Dr. Gaurav Singh, a dermatologist and surgeon with City of Hope, shares simple, practical ways to reduce skin cancer risk and recognize warning signs early. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72750143Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:50:02 +0000Illinois Farm BureauWorking in agriculture often means spending long hours in the sun — and a heightened risk for skin cancer. Stephanie Porter, an outreach agronomist with the Illinois Soybean Association, experienced this firsthand nearly seven years ago. A sore spot...
Stephanie Porter, an outreach agronomist with the Illinois Soybean Association, experienced this firsthand nearly seven years ago. A sore spot that wouldn't heal led to a melanoma diagnosis teetering on the edge of Stage 4 cancer.

In this conversation with host Rita Frazer, Porter shares her story of recovery and Dr. Gaurav Singh, a dermatologist and surgeon with City of Hope, shares simple, practical ways to reduce skin cancer risk and recognize warning signs early. ]]>1814agriculture,cancer,dermatologist,farmer,field,hope,melanoma,recovery,summer,sunscreen,testing,treatmentfalsefullhttp://www.farmweeknow.com/podcasts
Based in Albion, Illinois, the fifth-generation farmers are living what they love — growing a farm, a market and a family legacy.

In this episode of Taking Stalk, the Greathouses tell host Rita Frazer how they made their shared vision into reality, creating a southern Illinois destination for locally raised and processed meats, homegrown farm products and community connection. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72542328Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:50:02 +0000Illinois Farm BureauThere's no shortage of people who will say farming is difficult. But Charlton and Michaela Greathouse want to tell a different story, one that's inspired by their passion for regenerative agriculture and farm-to-table food. Based in Albion, Illinois,...
Based in Albion, Illinois, the fifth-generation farmers are living what they love — growing a farm, a market and a family legacy.

In this episode of Taking Stalk, the Greathouses tell host Rita Frazer how they made their shared vision into reality, creating a southern Illinois destination for locally raised and processed meats, homegrown farm products and community connection. ]]>1835agriculture,albion,children,family,farm,farming,future,generations,ifb,illinois,legacy,market,regenerativefalsefullhttp://www.farmweeknow.com/podcasts
Beginning in 2019 with his feature film Silo, Goldberg seeks to bridge the urban-rural divide through the power of narrative storytelling. 

In this episode of Taking Stalk, Goldberg tells host Rita Frazer about a forthcoming release of a six-part limited series titled Perfect Sundays. Set in the heart of rural America, the story chronicles the journey of a multigenerational farm family that seeks to dig their way out of economic challenge and emotional paralysis.

To learn more, visit perfectsundaystv.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72284221Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:50:02 +0000Illinois Farm BureauFreelance movie producer Sam Goldberg grew up in New York City, but it's rural America that captured his interest as a filmmaker. Beginning in 2019 with his feature film Silo, Goldberg seeks to bridge the urban-rural divide through the power of...
Beginning in 2019 with his feature film Silo, Goldberg seeks to bridge the urban-rural divide through the power of narrative storytelling. 

In this episode of Taking Stalk, Goldberg tells host Rita Frazer about a forthcoming release of a six-part limited series titled Perfect Sundays. Set in the heart of rural America, the story chronicles the journey of a multigenerational farm family that seeks to dig their way out of economic challenge and emotional paralysis.

To learn more, visit perfectsundaystv.com.]]>1803agriculture,dairy,farmer,film,illinois,mental_health,movie,perfect_sundays,producer,rural,silo,struggle,televisionfalsefullhttp://www.farmweeknow.com/podcastsIn this episode of Taking Stalk, RFD Radio Network Senior Anchor DeLoss Jahnke sits down with host Rita Frazer for a conversation tracing his journey from Kansas farm kid to president of the National Association of Farm Broadcasting.
Together, Frazer and Jahnke also reflect on the importance of mentorship, the evolution of media, and why local farm radio still matters in rural communities.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71961410Tue, 12 May 2026 09:55:02 +0000Illinois Farm BureauYou’ve heard his voice on the airwaves. Now it’s time to hear his story.   In this episode of Taking Stalk, RFD Radio Network Senior Anchor DeLoss Jahnke sits down with host Rita Frazer for a conversation tracing his journey from Kansas farm kid to...In this episode of Taking Stalk, RFD Radio Network Senior Anchor DeLoss Jahnke sits down with host Rita Frazer for a conversation tracing his journey from Kansas farm kid to president of the National Association of Farm Broadcasting.
Together, Frazer and Jahnke also reflect on the importance of mentorship, the evolution of media, and why local farm radio still matters in rural communities.]]>1899agriculture,broadcasters,college,farms,illinois,kansas,nafb,radio,ruralfalsefullhttp://www.farmweeknow.com/podasts
With no one in their family interested in taking over the Macoupin County orchard, the Brooms found a path forward with new owner, Marcus Rutherford. In this episode, host Rita Frazer shares the transition story of two unrelated families that are working to keep a farm alive — and the memories tied to it — through partnership, community and a shared commitment to the future. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71680159Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:55:02 +0000Illinois Farm BureauJeff and Lisa Broom turned their succession challenge into a new opportunity. With no one in their family interested in taking over the Macoupin County orchard, the Brooms found a path forward with new owner, Marcus Rutherford. In this episode, host...
With no one in their family interested in taking over the Macoupin County orchard, the Brooms found a path forward with new owner, Marcus Rutherford. In this episode, host Rita Frazer shares the transition story of two unrelated families that are working to keep a farm alive — and the memories tied to it — through partnership, community and a shared commitment to the future. ]]>1826apples,challenge,family,farm,farming,generation,illinois,macoupin_county,orchard,peaches,succession,successorfalsefullhttp://www.farmweeknow.com/podcasts
Guests include: Tara Barrett-Duzan, Emily Reushel, Jill Frueh, Katie Laleman, Hailey Hennenfent, Ashleigh Erbes, Tiffany Moodie, Jenna Preston, Tara Mayhew, Emily Rogier, Ashlyn Quinn, Emily Iliff, Autum Jones.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71293763Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:55:02 +0000Illinois Farm BureauJoin host Rita Frazer at the 14th annual Women in Agriculture Conference, where one woman's story of loss, legacy and saying “yes” to the unknown sets the tone for a series of powerful conversations about leadership, burnout and building a life in...
Guests include: Tara Barrett-Duzan, Emily Reushel, Jill Frueh, Katie Laleman, Hailey Hennenfent, Ashleigh Erbes, Tiffany Moodie, Jenna Preston, Tara Mayhew, Emily Rogier, Ashlyn Quinn, Emily Iliff, Autum Jones.]]>1754advocate,agriculture,burnout,challenges,conference,empower,farming,females,illinois,leaders,leadership,legacy,support,womenfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcastsis Philip Nelson, really? 

In this episode of Taking Stalk, host Rita Frazer goes beyond the title to learn more about Illinois Farm Bureau's 17th president — discussing everything from Nelson's deep roots in agriculture to how he likes his steak cooked.

Don't miss a chance to learn more about what drives Nelson in the day-to-day — and why he returned to lead Illinois Farm Bureau 12 years after serving in the role for a decade. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71007510Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:55:01 +0000Illinois Farm BureauHe's a farmer. A leader. A family man. But who is Philip Nelson, really?  In this episode of Taking Stalk, host Rita Frazer goes beyond the title to learn more about Illinois Farm Bureau's 17th president — discussing everything from Nelson's deep...is Philip Nelson, really? 

In this episode of Taking Stalk, host Rita Frazer goes beyond the title to learn more about Illinois Farm Bureau's 17th president — discussing everything from Nelson's deep roots in agriculture to how he likes his steak cooked.

Don't miss a chance to learn more about what drives Nelson in the day-to-day — and why he returned to lead Illinois Farm Bureau 12 years after serving in the role for a decade. ]]>1623farmer,illinois,legacy,presidentfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcastsKade Hill, an Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leader, and retired ag teacher Doug Anderson from Paxton-Buckley-Loda School District join host Rita Frazer to share how an ag class, teacher mentorship and competition of FFA helped turn Hill from a curious high school student into an aspiring young leader in agriculture.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70665613Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:55:02 +0000Illinois Farm BureauHow does a non-farm kid end up competing on a national stage at a Farm Bureau discussion meet? That's the power of an ag teacher. Kade Hill, an Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leader, and retired ag teacher Doug Anderson from Paxton-Buckley-Loda School...Kade Hill, an Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leader, and retired ag teacher Doug Anderson from Paxton-Buckley-Loda School District join host Rita Frazer to share how an ag class, teacher mentorship and competition of FFA helped turn Hill from a curious high school student into an aspiring young leader in agriculture.]]>2052agriculture,class,education,farmer,ffa,illinois,influence,leader,rural,teacherfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcasts
Illinois farmers Chase Brown and Chad Rupert know firsthand the difficulty of such conversations. Each come from multigenerational farm families and are fighting to make sure there is a next generation.

In this episode of Taking Stalk, Brown and Rupert join host Rita Frazer for a discussion on what it takes to keep a family farm going — and why succession planning so often ends up becoming "the monster under the bed." ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70398399Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:55:02 +0000Illinois Farm BureauOf all the challenges facing farm families, succession planning may be the most universal. Illinois farmers Chase Brown and Chad Rupert know firsthand the difficulty of such conversations. Each come from multigenerational farm families and are...
Illinois farmers Chase Brown and Chad Rupert know firsthand the difficulty of such conversations. Each come from multigenerational farm families and are fighting to make sure there is a next generation.

In this episode of Taking Stalk, Brown and Rupert join host Rita Frazer for a discussion on what it takes to keep a family farm going — and why succession planning so often ends up becoming "the monster under the bed." ]]>2042farmer,farming,generation,planning,retire,retirement,successionfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcastshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/70084097Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:55:02 +0000Illinois Farm BureauWhat does it take for farm to table to work? Celebrity Chef Stephanie Izard joins RFD Radio Network's Rita Frazer at the Everything Local Conference to dish on why farmers and chefs need to talk more — and how those conversations turn into better...1894california,chef,connections,farmers,food,illinois,iron_chef,restaurantfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcasts
During this episode of Taking Stalk, Rita Frazer is joined by agronomists Jason Webster of Precision Planting and Todd Steinacher of Acher, who share real-world data, research insights and practical advice to help farmers “farm smarter."  ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69508561Tue, 20 Jan 2026 10:55:07 +0000Illinois Farm BureauAs farmers head into the 2026 planting season, tight margins and rising input costs are forcing tough decisions in the field. During this episode of Taking Stalk, Rita Frazer is joined by agronomists Jason Webster of Precision Planting and Todd...
During this episode of Taking Stalk, Rita Frazer is joined by agronomists Jason Webster of Precision Planting and Todd Steinacher of Acher, who share real-world data, research insights and practical advice to help farmers “farm smarter."  ]]>2002budget,economy,farmers,financials,loss,planting,profit,seeds,selection,toolsfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcastsCostello also digs into the pressures farmers are facing, the impact of tariffs and why strong trade relationships matter more than ever. Don't miss a candid, wide-ranging conversation about the wins, the worries and what's ahead for Illinois ag. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69065700Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:55:07 +0000Illinois Farm BureauIllinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II joins Rita Frazer to take a look back at the stories that shaped Illinois agriculture in 2025 — from state fair milestones and infrastructure upgrades to an uptick in wheat acres and...Costello also digs into the pressures farmers are facing, the impact of tariffs and why strong trade relationships matter more than ever. Don't miss a candid, wide-ranging conversation about the wins, the worries and what's ahead for Illinois ag. ]]>2001agriculture,corn,fairs,farmers,idoa,infrasturcutre,inspections,meat,poultry,rfd,soybeans,tariffs,trade,wheatfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcastsWhile the holidays bring a certain magic for many, they can be difficult for people experiencing stress, depression, anxiety and grief. 
In this episode of Taking Stalk, RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer is joined by licensed counselor Rachel Brown for a timely conversation on how to manage stress, find balance and maintain emotional wellness as farm families head into the holidays. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68817452Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:50:07 +0000Illinois Farm BureauIt’s the most wonderful time of the year. Or is it? While the holidays bring a certain magic for many, they can be difficult for people experiencing stress, depression, anxiety and grief.  In this episode of Taking Stalk, RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer is...While the holidays bring a certain magic for many, they can be difficult for people experiencing stress, depression, anxiety and grief. 
In this episode of Taking Stalk, RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer is joined by licensed counselor Rachel Brown for a timely conversation on how to manage stress, find balance and maintain emotional wellness as farm families head into the holidays. ]]>1350anxiety,counseling,depression,health,holidays,hope,stress,wellnessfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcastsAfter a shocking diagnosis forced him to retire early, Nielsen decided to draw from his well-honed skills to advocate for a new cause: Alzheimer's awareness.
In this episode of Taking Stalk, Nielsen and his wife, Dayna, join RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer to share their family’s story of adjusting to a new life — and turning pain into purpose. 

Resources:
Alzheimer's Association: alz.org]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68608596Tue, 18 Nov 2025 10:50:08 +0000Illinois Farm BureauAdam Nielsen spent years advocating for agriculture as Illinois Farm Bureau's director of national legislation. After a shocking diagnosis forced him to retire early, Nielsen decided to draw from his well-honed skills to advocate for a new cause:...After a shocking diagnosis forced him to retire early, Nielsen decided to draw from his well-honed skills to advocate for a new cause: Alzheimer's awareness.
In this episode of Taking Stalk, Nielsen and his wife, Dayna, join RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer to share their family’s story of adjusting to a new life — and turning pain into purpose. 

Resources:
Alzheimer's Association: alz.org]]>1713advocate,agriculture,alzheimer's,disease,legislation,memory,purpose,supportfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcasts
In this episode of Taking Stalk, RFD Radio's Rita Frazer brings together Mattoon attorney Angel Wawrzynek and Garrett Thalgott, Illinois Farm Bureau's assistant general counsel, for a conversation on what's missing in legal representation in rural Illinois — and why it should matter to everyone. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68370807Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:55:07 +0000Illinois Farm BureauOn paper, the 80,000-90,000 registered attorneys in Illinois suggest a state well covered by legal professionals. But many of those attorneys are concentrated in the more metropolitan parts of the state, leaving rural communities outside of Chicago...
In this episode of Taking Stalk, RFD Radio's Rita Frazer brings together Mattoon attorney Angel Wawrzynek and Garrett Thalgott, Illinois Farm Bureau's assistant general counsel, for a conversation on what's missing in legal representation in rural Illinois — and why it should matter to everyone. ]]>1884attorneys,chicago,downstate,education,estates,farmers,illinois,law_school,lawyers,legal,willsfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcasts
Is the strategy still the right approach? What have we learned? Andrew Margenot from the University of Illinois joins Illinois Farm Bureau Vice President Evan Hultine for this important update.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68221057Tue, 21 Oct 2025 09:55:07 +0000Illinois Farm Bureau2025 marks 10 years since the establishment of the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy (NLRS), a  collaborative, science-based effort to reduce nutrients in waterways. The goal is to reduce  phosphorus and nitrogen loads by 45% with interim...
Is the strategy still the right approach? What have we learned? Andrew Margenot from the University of Illinois joins Illinois Farm Bureau Vice President Evan Hultine for this important update.]]>2402agriculture,erosion,farming,gulf_of_mexico,hypoxic_zone,illinois,mississippi,morrow_plots,nitrogen,non-point,nutrients,phosphorus,research,river,runoff,universityfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcasts
More resources: 
Growth Energy: growthenergy.org
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68039281Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:00:09 +0000Illinois Farm BureauIllinois Farm Bureau President Brian Duncan welcomes Emily Skor, CEO of Growth Energy, to discuss ethanol's history, its promising future and what it all means for farmers and consumers. More resources:  Growth Energy: https://growthenergy.org
More resources: 
Growth Energy: growthenergy.org
]]>166245z,agriculture,america,biofuels,congress,corn,duckworth,durbin,ethanol,farmers,lawmakers,markets,policy,saf,trumpfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcasts"I went in there and was poking around on it, and all of a sudden it broke loose, and the grain just started. It just swirls around you, and you can't get away from it. No matter how hard you try, you can't get out of that volume of grain."
John Boland hopes sharing his story -- which thankfully has a happy ending -- will save someone else.
In this episode, Boland, a farmer from Champaign County, and William Fulton, Illinois Fire Service Institute, joins RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer to discuss life-saving advice for farmers everywhere.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67912797Fri, 26 Sep 2025 19:30:07 +0000Illinois Farm BureauIt happened so fast. "I went in there and was poking around on it, and all of a sudden it broke loose, and the grain just started. It just swirls around you, and you can't get away from it. No matter how hard you try, you can't get out of that volume..."I went in there and was poking around on it, and all of a sudden it broke loose, and the grain just started. It just swirls around you, and you can't get away from it. No matter how hard you try, you can't get out of that volume of grain."
John Boland hopes sharing his story -- which thankfully has a happy ending -- will save someone else.
In this episode, Boland, a farmer from Champaign County, and William Fulton, Illinois Fire Service Institute, joins RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer to discuss life-saving advice for farmers everywhere.]]>1802accident,bin,confined_space,death,entrapment,farmer,grain,safetyfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcasts
And farmers should pay attention.

"At the end of the day, it's the consumer who decides the fate of the products the farmer produces," said Tom Bailey, a senior consumer foods analyst with Rabobank.

In this episode, moderated by RFD Radio's Rita Frazer, you'll learn:

• What trends are occuring with Americans' personal finances
• About private label grocery products and what they mean for branded food companies and the farmers who supply them
• How the "me era" is changing the food industry
• What the MAHA (Make America Healthy Again) movement is all about 
• How (and if) tariffs influence consumer demand for food

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67725809Sun, 14 Sep 2025 11:00:07 +0000Illinois Farm BureauGLP-1 medications, the “me era,” the “Make America Healthy Again” movement and private label grocery products are among the latest trends changing consumer food demand. And farmers should pay attention. "At the end of the day, it's the consumer who...
And farmers should pay attention.

"At the end of the day, it's the consumer who decides the fate of the products the farmer produces," said Tom Bailey, a senior consumer foods analyst with Rabobank.

In this episode, moderated by RFD Radio's Rita Frazer, you'll learn:

• What trends are occuring with Americans' personal finances
• About private label grocery products and what they mean for branded food companies and the farmers who supply them
• How the "me era" is changing the food industry
• What the MAHA (Make America Healthy Again) movement is all about 
• How (and if) tariffs influence consumer demand for food

]]>1802agriculture,consumer,debt,economy,farmer,food,glp1,groceries,livestock,maha,manufacturers,medication,policy,products,protein,rabobank,shopping,store,tariffs,trendsfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcasts
Transcript available here:
https://www.farmweeknow.com/podcasts/now-and-then-a-deep-dive-into-the-farm-economy/article_5610561a-3ede-4956-bd04-d6a84a5c5666.html]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67582402Mon, 01 Sep 2025 18:20:07 +0000Illinois Farm BureauRFD Radio's Rita Frazer taps into the expertise of Ag Economist David Kohl and the wisdom of Illinois Farm Bureau President Brian Duncan, as they have a hard but hopeful conversation about today's farm economy.   Transcript available here:...
Transcript available here:
https://www.farmweeknow.com/podcasts/now-and-then-a-deep-dive-into-the-farm-economy/article_5610561a-3ede-4956-bd04-d6a84a5c5666.html]]>18321980s,agricultural,covid,downturn,economist,economy,farmers,illinois,liquidity,livestock,loansfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-24-bringing-local-food-to-the-fair--67417132And that’s by design.
Agriculture advocates have been working for years to incorporate local food options at the state fair to meet consumer demand. It also serves as an important way to connect Illinois agriculture to consumers.
In this episode, RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer brings together a talented group of agvocates to discuss the evolution of local foods at the fair:
*Jackie Sambursky, Illinois Department of Agriculture’s bureau chief of marketing, promotions and grants
*Kayla Graven, IDOA domestic marketing manager
*Raghela Scavuzzo, Illinois Farm Bureau’s associate director of food systems development
They'll also share how to attend the first-ever Farm to Fair BBQ at the Du Quoin State Fair.

How to buy tickets:

https://www.ilfb.events/event/FarmToFair/summary]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67417132Mon, 18 Aug 2025 18:45:07 +0000Illinois Farm BureauIllinois state fairgoers can find much more to eat than corn dogs and lemonade shakeups. And that’s by design. Agriculture advocates have been working for years to incorporate local food options at the state fair to meet consumer demand. It also...And that’s by design.
Agriculture advocates have been working for years to incorporate local food options at the state fair to meet consumer demand. It also serves as an important way to connect Illinois agriculture to consumers.
In this episode, RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer brings together a talented group of agvocates to discuss the evolution of local foods at the fair:
*Jackie Sambursky, Illinois Department of Agriculture’s bureau chief of marketing, promotions and grants
*Kayla Graven, IDOA domestic marketing manager
*Raghela Scavuzzo, Illinois Farm Bureau’s associate director of food systems development
They'll also share how to attend the first-ever Farm to Fair BBQ at the Du Quoin State Fair.

How to buy tickets:

https://www.ilfb.events/event/FarmToFair/summary]]>1306falsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcastsIt’s the vision of Mariah and Greg Anderson, first-generation farmers in Clinton.
They began their farming adventure growing 300 mums and have expanded over the years to add strawberries, produce, pumpkins, donuts, flowers – and much more.
RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer sat down with the Andersons to learn about their farming journey, the challenges they have faced and their hope for visitors.

More about the farm:
mariahsmums.com
16727 Airport Road, Clinton, IL 617278
Phone: 217-627-MUMS (6867)]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67300367Fri, 08 Aug 2025 16:38:57 +0000Illinois Farm BureauTucked among the corn and soybean fields in DeWitt County, visitors can find a place to slow down, connect and breathe in the simple joys of life. It’s the vision of Mariah and Greg Anderson, first-generation farmers in Clinton. They began their...It’s the vision of Mariah and Greg Anderson, first-generation farmers in Clinton.
They began their farming adventure growing 300 mums and have expanded over the years to add strawberries, produce, pumpkins, donuts, flowers – and much more.
RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer sat down with the Andersons to learn about their farming journey, the challenges they have faced and their hope for visitors.

More about the farm:
mariahsmums.com
16727 Airport Road, Clinton, IL 617278
Phone: 217-627-MUMS (6867)]]>1513agriculture,agritourism,challenges,farmer,field,flowers,illinois,mums,pivoting,strawberriesfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcastsWhat battles are being fought?
In this episode, RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer joins Jenny Webb, Illinois Farm Bureau’s associate director of industry affairs, and Jill Brokaw, an Illinois farmer and ag industry sustainability expert, to discuss how they help bridge the gap between manufacturers, retailers, restaurants and farmers.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66989838Wed, 16 Jul 2025 18:30:07 +0000Illinois Farm BureauWho represents farmers in the food supply chain? What battles are being fought? In this episode, RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer joins Jenny Webb, Illinois Farm Bureau’s associate director of industry affairs, and Jill Brokaw, an Illinois farmer and ag...What battles are being fought?
In this episode, RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer joins Jenny Webb, Illinois Farm Bureau’s associate director of industry affairs, and Jill Brokaw, an Illinois farmer and ag industry sustainability expert, to discuss how they help bridge the gap between manufacturers, retailers, restaurants and farmers.]]>1954agriculture,enivironment,farmers,food,food_supply,illinois,incentives,manufacturers,sustainability,technologyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-21-weather-and-markets-what-to-expect-this-growing-season--66652133
Eric Snodgrass, Nutrien's principal atmospheric scientist, and Joe Camp, director of managed programs at CommStock Investments, join Illinois Farm Bureau President Brian Duncan to discuss how the weather and markets are affecting the 2025 growing season.

Plus, learn about the signficance of the Fourth of July holiday.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66652133Fri, 20 Jun 2025 18:30:07 +0000Illinois Farm BureauIn the latest episode of Taking Stalk, we dig into two farmer favorites: markets and the weather. Eric Snodgrass, Nutrien's principal atmospheric scientist, and Joe Camp, director of managed programs at CommStock Investments, join Illinois Farm...
Eric Snodgrass, Nutrien's principal atmospheric scientist, and Joe Camp, director of managed programs at CommStock Investments, join Illinois Farm Bureau President Brian Duncan to discuss how the weather and markets are affecting the 2025 growing season.

Plus, learn about the signficance of the Fourth of July holiday.]]>2095agriculture,commodities,crops,drought,farmers,farming,fourth_of_july,growing_season,illinois,joe_camp,markets,midwest,nutrien,ohio,profit,rain,south_america,tennessee,weatherfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcastsThey miss him so much.
Nearing the three-year anniversary of his death, his sisters courageously share the story of finding Tim after he chose to end his life at the age of 44. They also share the pain, regret and guilt they carry.
“It’s hard on the people left behind. You think about the years of suffering that we didn’t know he was going through this,” Jill said. “You don’t want anyone to go through that kind of pain, and feel so alone and isolated, and like they have no other choices.”
We hope you listen, share this episode with others, and go check on your friends and neighbors. 

Editor’s Note: This is raw, emotional and descriptive, especially around the 21-minute mark. Listener discretion is advised.  

Resources are available:
ilfb.org/resources/farmer-rural-resources/mental-health-wellness/

Farm Family Resource Initiative Helpline: 1-833-FarmSOS or 1-833-327-6767  (serves farm families across the entire state of Illinois)]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66366433Tue, 03 Jun 2025 17:35:07 +0000Illinois Farm BureauTim Stuenkel ’s sisters, Julie and Jill, light up when talking about their smart, fun, lovable, younger brother. They miss him so much. Nearing the three-year anniversary of his death, his sisters courageously share the story of finding Tim after he...They miss him so much.
Nearing the three-year anniversary of his death, his sisters courageously share the story of finding Tim after he chose to end his life at the age of 44. They also share the pain, regret and guilt they carry.
“It’s hard on the people left behind. You think about the years of suffering that we didn’t know he was going through this,” Jill said. “You don’t want anyone to go through that kind of pain, and feel so alone and isolated, and like they have no other choices.”
We hope you listen, share this episode with others, and go check on your friends and neighbors. 

Editor’s Note: This is raw, emotional and descriptive, especially around the 21-minute mark. Listener discretion is advised.  

Resources are available:
ilfb.org/resources/farmer-rural-resources/mental-health-wellness/

Farm Family Resource Initiative Helpline: 1-833-FarmSOS or 1-833-327-6767  (serves farm families across the entire state of Illinois)]]>1967crisis,family,farming,grief,loss,mental_health,suicide,supportfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcasts
The farm visit and podcast recording came just days before President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Keir Starme announced a trade deal between the two countries.

Hyde and Illinois Farm Bureau’s Brian Duncan and Evan Hultine also discussed the challenges facing farmers in both countries, consumer sentiment and the role of technology on the farm.  

Hyde represents the United Kingdom in Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66182760Wed, 21 May 2025 12:41:05 +0000Illinois Farm BureauFrom the Duncan Farm in Ogle County, British Consul General Richard Hyde talks about the importance of trade with the United States. “The message we’re giving to the administration over and over again is ‘We’re your friends. We want to trade with you....
The farm visit and podcast recording came just days before President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Keir Starme announced a trade deal between the two countries.

Hyde and Illinois Farm Bureau’s Brian Duncan and Evan Hultine also discussed the challenges facing farmers in both countries, consumer sentiment and the role of technology on the farm.  

Hyde represents the United Kingdom in Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin]]>2021brexit,challenges,drones,farming,generations,margins,states,tariffs,technology,trade,trump,u.k.,united_kingdom,u.s.falsefullhttps://www.farmweeknow.com/podcasts/
More resources available online, elainefroese.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66004184Fri, 09 May 2025 18:30:08 +0000Illinois Farm BureauHow do you start the farm transition conversation? What’s standing in your way? “The reason people are so hesitant is because they’re afraid,” says Elaine Froese, an award-winning author and farm family transition coach. “What are they afraid of?...
More resources available online, elainefroese.com]]>1908canada,communication,conflict,elaine_froese,emotion,expert,fairness,family,farm,farm_whisperer,fear,harmony,resolution,retire,succession,transition,u.s.falsefullhttps://www.farmweeknow.com/podcasts/
Don’t miss this important episode as RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer brings together Vice President Hultine, Rachel Brown, a certified licensed counselor, and Donna Gallivan, IFB conference and program manager.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65725937Fri, 25 Apr 2025 18:30:07 +0000Illinois Farm BureauMost farmers aren’t good at talking about their mental health or asking for help. But a farmer’s well-being – and that of the entire farm family – depends on it. “We’re almost inherently supposed to be stoics as farmers, and never let on, or never let...
Don’t miss this important episode as RFD Radio’s Rita Frazer brings together Vice President Hultine, Rachel Brown, a certified licensed counselor, and Donna Gallivan, IFB conference and program manager.]]>2012counseling,crisis,depression,family,farm_bureau,farmers,illinois,mental_health,stress,suicide,support,therapy,well-being,wellnessfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-16-solar-and-wind-offers-what-to-consider-before-signing--65348570https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65348570Fri, 04 Apr 2025 15:00:07 +0000Illinois Farm BureauThey’re stuffed in doors and mailboxes throughout Illinois’ countryside – offers to lease farmland to install wind turbines and solar panels. What should farmers do with them? In this important episode, Illinois Farm Bureau President Brian Duncan asks...2100agreements,agriculture,attorney,contracts,energy,farmers,farmland,ifb,illinois,illinois_farm_bureau,land,law,lawyer,renewable,solar,solar_panels,turbine,windfalse16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-15-rural-tragedy-what-you-should-know-about-the-dangers-of-atvs-and-utvs--65016681



University of Nebraska Medical Center: https://www.unmc.edu/publichealth/cscash/resources/resources-atv-utv-safety.html
National Children’s Center for Rural and Agricultural Youth: Youth guidelines offer parents recommendations for assessing whether their child is ready to operate a UTV or ATV based on physical and emotional abilities: https://cultivatesafety.org/safety-guidelines-search/?category=familyyouth ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65016681Fri, 21 Mar 2025 19:30:07 +0000Illinois Farm BureauIllinois State Trooper Rodger Goines has responded to numerous heartbreaking crashes involving youth and ATVs and UTVs -- and he’s pleading to Illinois residents, parents and farm families to take steps to prevent them. Why are ATV crashes on the...



University of Nebraska Medical Center: https://www.unmc.edu/publichealth/cscash/resources/resources-atv-utv-safety.html
National Children’s Center for Rural and Agricultural Youth: Youth guidelines offer parents recommendations for assessing whether their child is ready to operate a UTV or ATV based on physical and emotional abilities: https://cultivatesafety.org/safety-guidelines-search/?category=familyyouth ]]>1364atv,crash,death,farmers,illinois,injury,isp,law,police,prevent,safety,state-police,tips,utv,youthfalsefullhttp://farmweeknow.com/podcastshttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/64752113Fri, 07 Mar 2025 19:30:07 +0000Illinois Farm BureauJenny Ring, Cass-Morgan Farm Bureau, and Illinois Farm Bureau Vice President Evan Hultine share their Farm Bureau stories, memories and thoughts on the intangible benefits of an IFB membership. “You just build this network of people that you can...1453bureau,development,evan,farm,farming,friendship,hultine,illinois,jenny,members,membership,networks,planning,precision,professional,relationships,ring,succession,volunteeringfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-13-avian-influenza-what-illinois-residents-need-to-know--64333122https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64333122Wed, 12 Feb 2025 03:24:01 +0000Illinois Farm BureauRFD Radio’s Rita Frazer sits down with Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II and Dr. Staci Slager, assistant state veterinarian, for an important and timely update on the impact of avian influenza in Illinois. Costello also...1458agriculture,avian-influenza,bird-flu,cattle,dairy,exhibition,farmers,idoa,illinois-farm-bureau,jerry-costello,poultry,suspension,veterinarian,wildlifefalse13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-12-reminiscing-at-the-kitchen-table-the-hultine-family-story--64248049]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64248049Fri, 07 Feb 2025 20:30:06 +0000Illinois Farm BureauIn this heartwarming episode, Rita Frazer takes listeners to the Hultine family farm in Bureau County to talk to IFB Vice President Evan Hultine and his parents, Lynn and Kathy, about farm life, community service and persevering through tough times...]]>1713agriculture,bureau-county,challenges,community,evan-hultine,family,farm,farmer,farm-life,generations,harold-steele,illinois,illinois-farm-bureau,issues,parents,rita-frazerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-11-insider-info-what-does-a-second-trump-administration-mean-for-illinois-farmers--63879886https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63879886Fri, 24 Jan 2025 20:30:06 +0000Illinois Farm BureauRyan Whitehouse, IFB director of national legislation, joins IFB President Brian Duncan to discuss President Donald Trump’s first days in office, expectations of the new Congress and how Illinois Farm Bureau plans to fight for farmers in Washington,...1559advocacy,agriculture,corn,county,farm,farmer,grain,grassroots,illinois,illinois-farm-bureau,issues,legislation,livestock,organization,policy,policy-development,politics,producer,soybean,tags:falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-10-reflections-on-a-career-devoted-to-agriculture-advocacy--63487425https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63487425Fri, 27 Dec 2024 15:03:01 +0000Illinois Farm BureauMark Gebhards, IFB chief strategy officer, joins IFB President Brian Duncan to reflect on the issues and policies he navigated during his decades-long Farm Bureau career.1800advocacy,agriculture,corn,county,county-farm-bureau,farm,farmer,grain,grassroots,illinois,illinois-farm-bureau,issues,legislation,livestock,member.,organization,policy,policy-development,producer,soybeanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-9-from-submittal-to-policy-book-ifb-s-policy-development-process-explained--62959471https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62959471Fri, 22 Nov 2024 15:20:23 +0000Illinois Farm BureauAgrivoltaics and apiculture are topics among the nearly two dozen policy proposals on tap for final debate at IFB's Annual Meeting. IFB Vice President Evan Hultine recaps 2024 action from the IFB Resolutions Committee and explains IFB's policy...1857agriculture,agrivoltaics,apiculture,committee,county-farm-bureau,delegate,energy,farm,farmer,illinois,illinois-farm-bureau,issues,livestock,policy,policy-development,producer,proposal,resolution,submittal,votefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-8-grassroots-how-farm-bureau-develops-leaders-and-shapes-policy--61394369https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61394369Fri, 13 Sep 2024 10:00:02 +0000Illinois Farm BureauFrom developing policy to managing relationships, county Farm Bureau presidents hold tremendous power. AFBF President Zippy Duvall joins IFB President Brian Duncan to discuss the role of CFB presidents and Farm Bureau's grassroots policy development...1925advocacy,agriculture,american-farm-bureau,bipartisan,corn,county-farm-bureau,farm,farmer,grassroots,illinois,illinois-farm-bureau,leadership,livestock,membership,organization,policy,president,producer,rancher,soybeanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-7-ag-under-the-dome-ifb-s-approach-to-state-legislative-issues--60958376https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60958376Fri, 09 Aug 2024 10:53:56 +0000Illinois Farm BureauWhat's next with the Family Farm Preservation Act and IFB's other state legislative priorites? Kevin Semlow, IFB executive director of governmental affairs and commodities, joins IFB President Brian Duncan to preview the 2024 fall state legislative...2461agriculture,bill,bipartisan,coalition,committee,estatetax,familyfarmpreservationact,farm,farmer,governor,illinois,illinoisfarmbureau,illinoisgeneralassembly,illinoishouse,illinoissenate,legislation,legislator,policy,statehouse,votefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-6-clean-water-healthy-soil-conservation-practices-in-the-corn-belt--60676312https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60676312Mon, 15 Jul 2024 10:00:37 +0000Illinois Farm BureauWhat drives Illinois and Ohio farmers to implement conservation practices? IFB Vice President Evan Hultine makes his pod debut to talk with Jordan Hoewischer, Ohio Farm Bureau director of water quality and research, about the H2Ohio program and other...2427agriculture,conservation,corn,cover-crop,environmental,farm,farmer,fertilizer,h2ohio,illinois,illinois-farm-bureau,lake-erie,nitrogen,nutrients,ohio,ohio-farm-bureau,phosphorus,soil,soybean,watershedfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-5-wetter-and-windier-how-illinois-agriculture-adapts-to-shifting-weather-trends--60462295https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60462295Fri, 21 Jun 2024 14:26:29 +0000Illinois Farm BureauFrom drought to derechos, Illinois farmers make crop decisions around extreme weather conditions. But is this the new normal? Eric Snodgrass, principal atmospheric scientist for Nutrien Ag Solutions, joins IFB President Brian Duncan in Episode 5 to...1655atmosphere,climate,corn,crop,derecho,el-nino,farm,farmer,forecast,illinois,illinois-farm-bureau,la-nina,precipitation,producer,rain,rainfall,soybean,weather,weather-outlook,windfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-4-airborne-corn-illinois-agriculture-s-role-in-sustainable-aviation-fuel--60074598https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60074598Fri, 17 May 2024 20:00:04 +0000Illinois Farm BureauAirplanes fueled by corn and soybeans? Illinois agriculture has a role in the evolving sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) marketplace, yet policy hurdles and production challenges remain. In Episode 4, Meg Whitty, LanzaJet vice president of corporate...2308agriculture,aviation,biodiesel,biofuel,bushel,carbon,corn,ethanol,farm,farmer,feedstock,greet,illinois,illinois-farm-bureau,lanzajet,producer,renewable,saf,soybean,sustainable-aviation-fuelfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-3-sustainable-aviation-fuel-s-economic-opportunities-for-illinois-agriculture--59438906https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59438906Fri, 12 Apr 2024 17:00:03 +0000Illinois Farm BureauSAF. GREET. ETJ. HEFA. Many acronyms underpin sustainable aviation fuel, an emerging biofuel technology that could result in up to $2 billion a year for corn farmers. David Miller, chief economist with Decision Innovation Solutoins, joins IFB...2236agriculture,aviation,beef,biofuels,commodity,corn,ethanol,family,farm,food,grain,greet,illinois,livestock,policy,pork,poultry,saf,soybean,sustainable-aviation-fuelfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-2-bin-to-barge-why-trade-matters-to-illinois-farm-profitability--59057473https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59057473Fri, 15 Mar 2024 17:00:02 +0000Illinois Farm BureauIllinois ranks third nationwide for ag exports, despite facing non-tariff barriers, limited market access and weak trade policy. Episode 2 explores the current state of U.S. ag trade with Mark Wilson, secretary-treasurer of the U.S. Grains Council,...2658agriculture,beef,commodity,corn,ethanol,exports,family,farm,food,grain,illinois,imports,livestock,markets,policy,pork,poultry,soybean,tariffs,tradefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-1-prop-12-s-impact-on-illinois-pork-production--58699964https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58699964Fri, 16 Feb 2024 18:00:02 +0000Illinois Farm BureauIn addition to livestock production, California's Proposition 12 carries the potential to regulate — and disrupt — all sectors of agriculture. Chad Leman, immediate past president of the Illinois Pork Producers Association, joins IFB President Brian...1864agriculture,beef,commodity,corn,crops,dairy,family,farm,food,horticulture,illinois,issues,markets,news,policy,pork,poultry,production,soybean,weatherfalsefull