Co-op Talk Texas

About Co-op Talk Texas

Step into the heart of the Lone Star State's agricultural cooperatives with "Co-Op Talk Texas." Join us as we bring you closer to the cooperative members, leaders, and visionaries who are driving Texas agriculture forward. Whether you're a seasoned farmer, passionate about cooperative models, or simply curious about the dynamic world of Texas agriculture, this show offers a captivating blend of interviews, insights, storytelling, and the shared vision of nurturing communities through cooperative agribusiness. Subscribe now and join us on this enriching journey into the heart of cooperatives in Texas!

Publisher

Christy Lewis

Category

business · business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

28 Sept 2023

Latest episode

18 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

45 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   18 Sept 2026

   Episode 44: H-2A Workforce Update: Changes to AEWR & CDL Issues

   Workforce rules continue to change for agricultural employers. Kelley Green with the Texas Cotton Ginners' Association joins Co-op Talk Texas to discuss the latest developments involving H-2A wage rates and CDL issues affecting agricultural drivers—and what cooperative managers need to know right now.

2. 

   13 Aug 2026

   Episode 43: Migrant Labor Housing: Avoiding Costly Mistakes Under Texas' New Rules with Alicia Postigo

   Join us for a practical discussion with Alicia Postigo of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs on Texas' updated Migrant Labor Housing regulations. Learn what changed under the 2025 law, how inspections work, common compliance mistakes, increased penalties, and the resources available to help agricultural employers stay compliant. Contact Alicia Postigo at migrantlaborhousing@tdhca.texas.gov. Correction: Housing is required to have 1 shower per 10 people (not 20 as stated in the podcast). Links referenced in podcast: Texas Administrative Code (Standards and Inspections): https://tinyurl.com/5h9yawm6 TDHCA Migrant Housing Resources/Information: https://www.tdhca.texas.gov/migrant-labor-housing-facilities Additional clarification on penalties: 10 TAC §§90.8 (J) In the event that there are multiple findings of noncompliance subject to civil penalties that fall under multiple groups in the attached schedule, the civil penalty shall be for the higher penalty amount.

3. 

   17 Jul 2026

   Episode 42: July WASDE Report: What Changed and What Comes Next with Paul Dubravec

   Following the USDA's latest WASDE report, grain markets are shifting. Join Paul Dubravec of Advance Trading as he breaks down the report's key takeaways, explains the market reaction, discusses weather, basis, and producer selling, and shares insights on tariffs, international trade, and potential opportunities with China.

Who has been a guest on Co-op Talk Texas

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Kristen Ireland
• Matt McCuen
• Robert Schneider
• Dan Jackson

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Apple Podcasts (US)

3.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 22 / 100

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Quality

33

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

27

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