HATThisWeek

Get ready for an action-packed episode of Hoosier Ag This Week as the team celebrates 20 milestone years on the air! Here is a sneak peek at the top stories shaping Indiana agriculture in this edition: Harvest Weather Split — Dry Windows vs. Tropical Rains: Chief Meteorologist Ryan Martin breaks down the Beacon Credit Union Harvest Weather Forecast. While farmers enjoy a solid dry run to start, leftover tropical moisture from the remains of Hurricane Polo threatens multi-day, soaking rains mid-week before a extended dry stretch settles in for early October. Pain at the Pump — Diesel Prices Surge: C.J. Miller investigates surging diesel costs hitting Indiana farmers right at harvest. With prices eclipsing $6.90/gallon for on-road diesel due to international conflicts and strained domestic refinery capacity, learn why the margin for error in fuel markets is virtually zero. Friday Market Comeback & Trade Tension: Andy Eubank and analyst Karl Setzer walk through a volatile week in grain and oilseed futures. Discover how strong local cash basis values sparked a fierce Friday rebound after trade disappointment following US-China trade talks. Bridging Rural Indiana's Digital Divide: Greg Allen examines Purdue Extension's initiatives targeting the technology gaps facing rural producers and residents—moving past the fear of tech to leverage vital tools for precision ag, telehealth, and education. Agritourism as the Next Revenue Stream: C.J. Miller explores how farm diversification strategies—like "pick-your-own" Christmas tree operations—are helping farm families secure financial futures and welcome the next generation back to the land. Statewide Harvest Crop Tour: Eric Pfeiffer takes a tour across the Hoosier State. From solid progress and dry fields in Dubois County to 5+ inches of rain creating "muddy messes" up north in LaPorte, Allen, and Delaware counties, local farmers share where their corn and soybean crops stand. 20 Years of Hoosier Ag Today: Hear highlights from HAT's 20th Anniversary Gala, including founder Gary Truitt receiving the Distinguished Hoosier Award from ISDA Director Don Lamb for his many decades of trusted farm broadcasting. Tune in to catch all these stories, market analyses, and expert insights!