The Heart & Soil of Iowa: Unveiling the Power of Corn Farming w/Craig Floss
Barn Talk
This'll Do Farm
4.6 • 1.4K Ratings
🗓️ 15 April 2024
⏱️ 70 minutes
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Summary
Welcome to Barn Talk! In this episode, Craig Floss joins the show, an expert working on policies for farmers, delves into the multifaceted world of Iowa's corn industry. From the intricacies of the check-off program and its impact on advocacy to the innovative use of genetically modified corn for higher yields and food production, this conversation offers a deep dive into modern agriculture. Listeners will learn about the importance of public awareness and the efforts of Iowa farmers in international market development, as well as the potential for renewable materials in fashion. Craig, the new CEO of Iowa Corn, also sheds light on infrastructure challenges, government involvement, and the exciting future of corn-derived products.
To learn more about Iowa Corn go to:https://www.iowacorn.org/iowa-corn-home
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00:00 1980s shaped mindset; Thrived in agriculture.
05:17 Influential advisor led farm kid to success.
12:37 Short stint at college/prison led to opportunities.
19:31 Sponsor Heartland whiskey contest to promote corn.
26:02 International market development through public-private partnership.
31:22 Corn growers promote diversity, collaborate with meat industries.
34:32 Farmers unite to work on policy and promotion.
42:32 Farming challenges and need for a louder voice.
45:18 Ensuring the regulatory environment respects farmers and science.
53:28 Challenges in export markets and infrastructure investing.
54:51 New CEO of Iowa corn discusses infrastructure.
01:01:14 Iowa corn technology sold for commercialization.
01:07:57 Advocacy for livestock and poultry in Iowa.
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| 0:00.0 | All of the food we eat in much of the clothing we wear comes from plants and animals that are raised on farms. |
| 0:05.4 | Farms are different in type, in size, and even in name. Welcome to Barn Talk. What happens at the barn stays in the barn, but not today. We're |
| 0:26.2 | going to let it all out for you guys. Stay is a guest episode. We got another guest |
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