HUNTINGTON, Vt. (RFD NEWS) — Farming comes with a number of moving variables, and one constant uncertainty always in play is the weather, with shifting conditions and extreme events continuing to challenge agricultural operations across the country.
Alissa White, New England deputy director for American Farmland Trust, joined us on Wednesday’s Market Day Report for a closer look at how weather extremes have impacted American farmers over time and the strategies being worked on to address these challenges in the future.
In her interview with RFD NEWS, White explained how weather extremes have impacted American farmers over time and why building resilience has become increasingly important. She also outlined American Farmland Trust’s approach to addressing these challenges.
In closing, White outlined how American Farmland Trust supports farmers as they adapt to changing conditions and how producers can connect with their representatives or access additional AFT business planning resources.
Lewis Williamson of HTS Commodities joined us with an update on the historic winter storm impacts and his outlook on today’s ag markets.
January 27, 2026 02:39 PM
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Marilyn Schlake with the UNL Department of Agricultural Economics joined us for a closer look at the evolving role of livestock sale barns.
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Auction manager and West Texas A&M University student Presley Graves joined us to discuss the growth of StockShowAuctions.com and its impact on youth in agriculture.
January 27, 2026 06:00 AM
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Texas Farm Bureau President Russell Boening joined us with the latest update on storm conditions and impacts across the state.
January 26, 2026 04:30 PM
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Mike Knotts with the Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association joined us with the latest on storm impacts, power restoration, and safety considerations following the ice storm.
January 26, 2026 04:00 PM
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Brooks York with AgriSompo joined us with his outlook on crop insurance and risk management following the recent winter storm that tore through most of the United States, including the Midwest.
January 26, 2026 03:30 PM
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