From devastating blizzards and wildfires to unseasonable heat, extreme weather is creating chaos across the U.S., leaving farmers scrambling to adapt in an increasingly unpredictable environment. Joined by farmer advocate Dee Vaughn from Texas, the conversation turns to a growing crisis in fertilizer pricing. Are rising costs simply market-driven—or is something deeper at play? Dee shares concerns about industry consolidation, alleged price manipulation, and why fertilizer prices seem tied more to corn markets than actual input costs. The discussion also explores how global conflicts—from the Middle East to beyond—are adding fuel to the fire, raising serious questions about pricing practices and accountability in the ag supply chain. This episode pulls back the curtain on the forces shaping modern farming—and the voices demanding change.

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This week on Unscripted, Tyne Morgan and Clinton Griffiths sit down with Josh Linville of StoneX to unpack the extreme volatility in global fertilizer markets. From Middle East tensions and shipping risks near the Strait of Hormuz to skyrocketing nitrogen costs, the conversation dives into what’s driving price spikes—and what it means for farmers’ bottom lines. With input costs squeezing margins and corn acreage potentially at risk in 2026, the trio also tackle the push for expanded domestic production and real policy solutions. It’s a candid look at fertilizer turmoil, farmer frustration, and the fight for stability in uncertain times.

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Tyne Morgan and Clinton Griffiths throw out the script for a candid conversation with 2025 Top Producer of the Year Mark Arnish. From growing specialty crops in Colorado to facing a 0% water allocation amid drought and wildfire threats, Mark shares how innovation, diversification and disciplined risk management keep his operation moving forward. He also reflects on agriculture’s evolution, pivotal market shifts and the teamwork—especially with his wife, Jill—that fuels their success.

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