Farm+Food+Facts is USFRA’s podcast bringing you straight from the source – real stories from real farms, covering everything from agriculture and food systems to the facts that matter most. Hosted by farmer and award-winning farm broadcaster Joanna Guza, each episode connects you with industry experts, dives into the challenges shaping today’s food and farm landscape, and delivers conversation worth tuning into. Subscribe today and stay connected to the stories behind your food.
Meet the Host
Joanna Guza
Joanna’s passion has always been agriculture and she continues to be involved in the agricultural community. Guza’s past experiences and education have equipped her with skills in public speaking, facilitation, leadership, teamwork, media relations, time management, social media, event planning, public relations and critical thinking abilities.
From growing up on a farm and working in Washington, D.C., Joanna brings the farmer’s voice directly to the Farm+Food+Facts podcast.
Latest Episode - October 14th, 2026
Bonus: What's Next for U.S. Agricultral Exports and Global Competitiveness
October 28th 2026 - Latest Episode
How Agriculture can Change the World, with Biofuels as Catalyst
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Biofuels aren’t just powering vehicles — they could reshape agriculture’s role on the world stage. On this episode of Farm+Food+Facts, host Joanna Guza talks with POET’s Doug Berven, a USFRA board member, to unpack why biofuels are so important to U.S. agriculture. Listen now.
Resources:
S&P Global Energy Report Commissioned by USFRA: Fueling Agriculture: Biofuels as the Catalyst
Bonus: What's Next for Biofuels, Fertilizer, and the Ag Economy
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In this bonus episode of Farm+Food+Facts, Juan Sacoto and Emerson Wohlenberg of S&P Global Energy discuss what’s shaping agriculture’s road ahead. They dig into the state of biofuel markets, trends in fertilizer and the broader economic pressures facing the industry today. Listen now.
Bonus: What's Next for U.S. Agricultural Exports and Global Competitiveness
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In this bonus episode of Farm+Food+Facts, Veronica Nigh, Chief Economist at The Fertilizer Institute, shares what she’s watching closely when it comes to the long-term outlook for U.S. agricultural exports. Nigh discusses how the U.S. stacks up against global competitors and what it will take to keep American agriculture strong on the world stage.
Bonus: "The Pecan Economy, Part 2: Rising Input Costs, Global Trade & New Revenue Streams
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arm+Food+Facts guests Serena Schaffner, Chief Marketing Officer at the American Pecan Council and the American Pecan Promotion Board, and Larry Don Womack, farmer and owner of Womack Nursery Company, a pecan grower in Texas and USFRA Board Member, discuss pressing issues impacting pecan growers.
Bonus: The Ethanol-Cattle Connection You Should Know About
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In this bonus episode of Farm+Food+Facts, Dawn Caldwell, Executive Director of Renewable Fuels Nebraska, explains why she’s keeping a close eye on the cattle industry — and it comes down to one key byproduct: distillers grains. Caldwell breaks down the strong, symbiotic partnership between ethanol production and cattle feeding, and what shifts in the cattle industry could mean for ethanol’s future. Listen now.
The Data Is In: How Biofuels Can Unlock Agriculture's Full Potential
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Agriculture is at a critical turning point — and a major new study says biofuels could be the key to unlocking its future. On this episode of Farm+Food+Facts, host Joanna Guza talks with Juan Sacoto and Emerson Wohlenberg of S&P Global Energy about a landmark study, Fueling Agriculture: Biofuels as the Catalyst. Commissioned by USFRA, the research offers a detailed, evidence-based look at how biofuels can strengthen farmer incomes, stabilize rural economies, and reshape agriculture’s path forward. Listen now.
Fertilizer's Next Move: Market Intelligence, Prices, and What Could Change Everything
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On this episode of Farm+Food+Facts, Alice McKinnon and Veronica Nigh of The Fertilizer Institute join host Joanna Guza to dig into what’s really driving fertilizer prices — and what could shift them next. They discuss market intelligence, farm profitability, and the single economic force that could reshape the industry. Listen now.
Bonus: How a Michigan farmer uses artificial intelligence to make him a better farmer
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Farm+Food+Facts guest, Jeff Sandborn, a fourth-generation farmer in Michigan, shares how he is learning to use artificial intelligence in his operation.
Ethanol's Next Chapter: How E15 and 45Z Are Reshaping Renewable Fuels
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What’s next for ethanol? On this episode of Farm+Food+Facts, Dawn Caldwell of Renewable Fuels Nebraska joins host Joanna Guza to break down the wins behind E15 and the 45Z tax credit — and the challenges still facing the industry. Plus: where every part of a bushel of corn actually goes.
Bonus: How Artificial intelligence could be a game-changer for farmers
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Greg Goodwin, Director of Precision Conservation Management for Illinois Corn, shares how he’s keeping an eye on artificial intelligence and how it will help farmers make data-driven decisions.
Serena Schaffner, Chief Marketing Officer at the American Pecan Council and the American Pecan Promotion Board, and Larry Don Womack, farmer and owner of Womack Nursery Company a pecan grower in Texas and USFRA Board Member. They discuss the current pecan growing season, industry challenges and consumer trends. Learn more about pecans here.
Minnesota farmers discuss how agriculture is at a crossroads
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Farm+Food+Facts host Joanna Guza talks with Nick Peterson, a farmer from central Minnesota, and Luke Haggerty, research & district field manager for the Minnesota Corn Growers Association. They discussed key findings from the new Minnesota Corn Growers 2025 Sustainability report, including the importance of people, the planet and profit.
Resources:
2025 Sustainability Report
USFRA report: Fueling agriculture: biofuels as the catalyst
Farm America
Brad’s info?
University of MN research: New study helps farmers more accurately determine crop nitrogen needs
Updated corn nitrogen rates: What are we currently seeing for N fertilizer requirements in Minnesota?
Bonus: The importance of trade with Canada and Mexico to agriculture, future of GLP1's
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Farm+Food+Facts guests Rob Fox, director of CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange research division, and Corey Geiger, lead dairy economist at CoBank and an advisor to the US Farmers and Ranchers in Action board of directors, shares insights on trade with our neighbors in North America, and the impacts of GLP1’s on consumer eating and buying habits.
Food inflation, higher input costs, beef demand and the impact of the AI buildout headline CoBank's latest report
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Farm+Food+Facts host Joanna Guza talks with Rob Fox, director of CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange research division, and Corey Geiger, lead dairy economist at CoBank and an advisor to the US Farmers and Ranchers in Action board of directors. They discuss highlights from CoBank’s most recent report, The Quarterly.
Dave Mensink, pig farmer and owner of Mensink Farms in Minnesota shares how he’s keeping an eye on potential on-pack labels that provide consumer education about how animal products were raised and produced.
Bonus: Farmers keeping an eye on MAHA Movement, financial health
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Farm+Food+Facts guests, Chip Bowling, third generation grain farmer from Maryland and Vice Chair of US Farmer and Ranchers in Action, and Jennifer Gannon, director of programs and public relations at Maryland Grain Producers, discuss the Make America Healthy Again movement and its impact on agriculture.
Michigan farmer explains how yield stability analysis helps him improve profitability
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Farm+Food+Facts host Joanna Guza talks with Dr. Bruno Basso, professor of earth and environmental sciences, at Michigan State University, and Jeff Sandborn, a fourth-generation farmer in Michigan. They discuss yield stability analysis and how Jeff uses the data to inform his nutrient management decisions, lower his costs and increase profits.
Bonus: Culver’s keeping an eye on cattle inventory
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Farm+Food+Facts guest Adam Shrif, Vice-President of Supply Chain at Culver’s, shares how they are closely monitoring cattle herd size to ensure a consistent supply of fresh, never frozen butter burgers.
New Landmark Research from S&P Global Energy and USFRA: Fueling Agriculture, Biofuels as the Catalyst
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Farm+Food+Facts host Joanna Guza talks with Chip Bowling, third generation grain farmer from Maryland and Vice Chair of U.S. Farmer and Ranchers in Action (USFRA) and Kevin Burkum, CEO of USFRA about a comprehensive new study from S&P Global Energy and USFRA, “Fueling Agriculture: Biofuels as the Catalyst” The research offers a detailed, evidence-based assessment of how biofuels can unlock agriculture’s potential.
Farm+Food+Facts host Joanna Guza talks with Adam Shrif, Vice-President of Supply Chain at Culver’s. They discuss supply chain management (especially as it relates to it’s beef supply), how data enhances its guest experience, and the importance of farmers and ranchers to Culver’s growth strategy. Adam spotlighted the Thank you Farmers Project and Culver’s commitment to USFRA.
Farm+Food+Facts guests Greg Hanes, Chief Executive Officer for the Cattlemen’s Beef Board, and Terry Quam, fourth generation beef farmer and board member of the Cattleman’s Beef Board and U.S. Farmers and Ranchers in Action, share why maintaining positive consumer sentiment towards beef and cattle production is critical for the future of the industry.
Weathering Risk: Maryland grain producers on rising costs and the importance of biofuels
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Farm+Food+Facts host Joanna Guza talks with Chip Bowling, third generation grain farmer from Maryland and Vice Chair of US Farmer and Ranchers in Action, and Jennifer Gannon, director of programs and public relations at Maryland Grain Producers. They discuss this year’s planting season, weather and input cost challenges, and the opportunities biofuels can provide for agriculture.