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. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to have Digging In sent directly to your smart device each time it's released! Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy Guest: Dr. Steve St ..read more

Megan Richner, a Missouri Farm Bureau Member, recently graduated from the American Farm Bureau's Partners in Advocacy Leadership Program (PAL). The two-year program provides participants with executive-level skills through unique opportunities to represent agriculture through the media, public, and government. Megan shares her experiences from the program on this week's podcast, and leaves a little call to action for all listeners at the end. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to have Digging In sent directly to your smart device each time it's released! Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Fa ..read more

While many farmers have already filed their taxes, its always good to keep track of changes looming in the future. Paul Neiffer, ag accounting expert and Author of FarmCPAReport.com, joins us to discuss all things taxes for the year ahead. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to have Digging In sent directly to your smart device each time it's released! Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy Guest: Paul Neiffer, Author of FarmCPAReport.com Producer: Natalie Ayers, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist ..read more

The State of Missouri received $1.7 billion through the federal Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program to bring broadband service to all Missourians. The goal of the BEAD State Challenge Process is to improve the Missouri Broadband Map so that the Office of Broadband Development (OBD) has the most accurate map possible to make funding decisions. BJ Tanksley, Director for the Office of Broadband Development, joins us on the podcast to provide more insight on the challenge, how the public can submit evidence, and what the challenge results could mean regarding broadband access ..read more

Happy National Ag Week! This week is full of celebrations surrounding our industry, but many will take place tomorrow, March 19, during National Ag Day. Joining us on the podcast to talk about tomorrow's festivities is Ag Day Chair Jenni Badding. For more information, visit https://www.agday.org/2024events. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to have Digging In sent directly to your smart device each time it's released! Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy Guest: Ag Day Chair Jenni Badding, John Deere Producer: Natalie Ayers, Missouri Farm B ..read more

Last week, our members engaged with legislators on the state level as part of the MOFB Legislative Briefing. Next week, our members will engage with congressional leaders in our nation's capitol during the MOFB Legislative Trip to Washington, D.C. President Garrett Hawkins joins us to highlight key pieces of both events, as well as other things to look forward to as we approach springtime. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to have Digging In sent directly to your smart device each time it's released! Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy Gu ..read more

Rob Sharkey, The Shark Farmer, had a unique and challenging start to his current business venture. On this episode of "Think Big, Do Good," Rob shares his personal story about overcoming obstacles on his family operation and an important message about paying it forward for those who follow in your footsteps. Subscribe to our channel so you don't miss upcoming episodes of Think Big, Do Good!! Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs Guest: Rob Sharkey, The Shark Farmer Producer: Natalie Ayers, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist ..read more

Thank a Farmer Week is quickly approaching March 3-9! We invited MOFB Director of Promotion & Education, Jennifer Poindexter, to join us and highlight a few of the things Missouri Farm Bureau is doing to recognize and celebrate the farmers and ranchers of our state during that time. For more information, visit https://mofb.org/events/. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to have Digging In sent directly to your smart device each time it's released! Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy Guests: Jennifer Poindexter, MOFB Director of Promoti ..read more

Matt Moreland, Owner of Red Barn Ranch in Harrisonville, MO, was a presenter at our recent MOFB Young Farmers and Ranchers Conference at the Lake of the Ozarks. Moreland joins us on the podcast to tell us a little about his agritourism destination, how he got started and how he has grown his business to what it is today. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to have Digging In sent directly to your smart device each time it's released! Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy Guests: Matt Moreland, Owner of Red Barn Ranch Producer: Natalie Ayers ..read more

Missouri Farm Bureau President Garrett Hawkins joins us on the podcast this week to provide a rundown on the happenings at the recent American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Annual Convention, as well as upcoming events for MOFB members. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts to have Digging In sent directly to your smart device each time it's released! Host: Janet Adkison, Missouri Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy Guests: Garrett Hawkins, Missouri Farm Bureau President Producer: Natalie Ayers, Missouri Farm Bureau Video & Audio Media Specialist ..read more