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Market to Market - The MtoM Podcast

Iowa PBS
Agriculture
Corn
Wheat
Soybeans
Iowa
Russia
China
Ukraine
El Niño
Drought
Climate Change
Mental Health
Farming
Soil Health
Estate Planning
Commodity Markets
Covid-19
Tariffs
Energy Transition
Cattle Market

Each week, go beyond the headlines to hear what the stories the show's producers have been pursuing as they travel around the lower 48 states. Plus, learn more about the market analysts who have broken down the commodity markets for more than four decades on the nationally-distributed program.

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Fourth-generation cattleman Will Harris of Georgia sits down to talk regenerative farming, closed cow herds, and the structural problems keeping young producers out of the cattle business — even when beef prices are at all-time highs.

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Brian Strasser is an Iowa farmer who figured out that the same months the farm goes quiet on cash flow are the same months travelers fill up a rental car app — so he built a fleet, and turned the seasonal gap into a financial advantage.

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There's still no new supply of land being built, but the demand side keeps strong as new entrants are looking for places to build data centers, hunting blinds and places to park other investment gains. Doug Adams, the CEO of National Land Realty look... more

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Fertilizer helps grow the food that fills grocery store shelves, and concerns about competition in the fertilizer industry are now drawing attention from federal regulators. North Dakota farmer Adam Ladwig was part of a group asking questions about p... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Ladwig
Farmer in Gwinner, North Dakota; North Dakota Corn Growers Association member
North Dakota Corn Growers Association
Episode: Fertilizer Fight Reaches the FTC
Kurt Nelson
Investor relations manager for Summerhaven
Summerhaven
Episode: The Three Legs of Speculators, Hedgers and Farmers
Kallie Turner
Agriculture Financial Consultant
Farm Loan Solutions, LLC
Episode: Helping Farmers Facing Financial Squeeze
David Opedahl
Economist, Chicago Fed regional economist focusing on agriculture
Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
Episode: Federal Reserve Keeps Close Eye on Cash Rents, Credit Quality and Weather
Charles Barron
Represents Farmers Business Network (FBN)
Farmers Business Network
Episode: Norm Takes to the Field in Helping Growers Save Money
Jacqui Fatka
Farm supply and biofuel economist
CoBank
Episode: Biofuels at a Crossroads With Policy and Politics Again at Play
Allie Mazurek
Engagement climatologist
Colorado Climate Center, Colorado State University
Episode: Hot, Dry, No Snow Raises Alarm From the West
Jeff Jorgensen
President of Iowa Master Farmers (this year)
Iowa Master Farmers
Episode: Celebrating 100 Years of Master Farmers in Iowa
Rob Fleming
Great-nephew of Henry Wallace and participant in discussions about Master Farmers
Family of Henry Wallace; Iowa connections
Episode: Celebrating 100 Years of Master Farmers in Iowa

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Paul Yeager
Host of Market to Market / The MtoM Podcast; longstanding host with Iowa PBS, often guiding discussions on market dynamics, policy, and agricultural economics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Great podcast to accompany the tv show

    I’m a winegrower from CA but I enjoy the agricultural focus and highlighting of interested and talented people in our industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ErikMallea
    United States5 years ago
  • Stories to lift you up & help you understand

    I love the conversational mode... it feels like I was there as Paul talks to the person he is interviewing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    benoitian
    United States7 years ago
  • The Court Jester Loves His Farm

    Loved hearing Dan talk about growing up on a squid farm in Northeast Iowa while teaching Paul the art of "milking squids."

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JohnnyB...
    United States8 years ago

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Guests are often industry insiders who bring relevant, real-world perspectives to ag economics and policy.
Listeners praise its practical, farmer-focused insights and approachable explanations of complex market topics.
The host's conversational style helps listeners feel like they're part of the discussion.

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Helping Farmers Facing Financial Squeeze
Q: What does the initial consult look like when a farmer contacts you?
It starts with a phone call to understand the farmer's goals and current situation, followed by financial analysis and potentially loan packaging if I can help, focusing on cash flow and debt restructuring where needed.
Tariffs Spark Survival and Entrepreneurial Mode For Small Businesses and Lenders
Q: What ends the discussion about tariffs in the long run?
The guest suggests that despite unpredictability, some level of tariffs is likely to remain, with ongoing adaptation by small businesses and a shift toward more domestically produced goods and automation; in the long term, the economy will adjust.
Tariffs Spark Survival and Entrepreneurial Mode For Small Businesses and Lenders
Q: Has this era of tariff policy been unique historically, or is there a parallel in the last 50 years?
The guest argues tariffs are different from past policy, citing Smoot-Hawley as a historical trigger and suggesting today's issues are less about tariffs alone and more about oil prices, global supply chains, and automation.
Tariffs Spark Survival and Entrepreneurial Mode For Small Businesses and Lenders
Q: What about refunds from the Supreme Court ruling—could a Small Business Relief Act work?
The host explains that the relief could theoretically return tariffs paid in 2025 to affected businesses, but any such refund would be contingent on legislation; consumers may not see direct price reductions if refunds occur.
Tariffs Spark Survival and Entrepreneurial Mode For Small Businesses and Lenders
Q: Do you have examples where tariffs encouraged domestic manufacturing or relocation of operations?
While direct new factories funded by existing borrowers are not common, there is evidence of a growing domestic manufacturing base and a trend toward repatriation, aided by automation and energy costs making U.S. production more attractive.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Market to Market

What is Market to Market about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, data-driven look at agriculture, farming markets, and rural economies. Episodes frequently center on crop prices, input costs, and supply chains, with deep dives into fertilizer costs, fertilizer consolidation, commodity futures, and the macro forces shaping farm profitability. Guests span farmers, lenders, economists, climate scientists, and policymakers, offering on-the-ground perspectives, policy context, and actionable insights for listeners who manage or invest in ag businesses. The show also surfaces broader economic themes such as energy policy, biofuels, and climate risk, making it useful for sponsors and partners targeting the agricultural value chain, rural communities, and financial services aligned to farming. A not... more

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