Delaney Howell
Delaney is a “voice” for the ag industry. She is the host of Ag News Daily podcast and former host of Market to Market on Iowa Public Television. Her stories appear on Agri-Pulse, Your Ag Network, and This Week in Agribusiness.
Price range
- $4,500 - $8,000
Expert
- Ag Policy
- Agriculture
- Commodity Price Outlook
- Crop price outlook
- Economy
- Emcees
- Farm Bill
- Female Speakers
- Outlook
- Risk Management
- Spouse Programs
- Trends
Experience
- Agriculture
Career
- 8 Years
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About
Delaney grew up on a grain and livestock farm in Southeast Iowa and has been involved in agriculture from a very young age. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Agricultural Sciences and minors in Broadcasting and International Studies from Northwest Missouri State University and a Master’s in Agricultural Communications through Texas Tech University.
Delaney strives to bring the most up to date information on the latest “news cycle” in DC politics, commodity markets, and the international agricultural scene through her travels to 23 countries. You may recognize Delaney from her role as former host of the 46-year-old agribusiness show “Market to Market” or from her daily podcast she launched in 2017, Ag News Daily. In 2018 she launched Global Ag Network, a “herd” of agriculturally focused podcasts, which strive to provide entertaining, informative, and essential information to the agricultural industry.
In 2020, Delaney took on a new role as Chief Marketing Officer for an ag marketing company out of Des Moines, Iowa called Trader PhD offering commodity advisory services to farmers and ranchers all across the U.S.
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Topics
Global Agriculture Outlook
This keynote explores how geopolitics, trade policies, and global supply chains shape agricultural markets. Includes discussion of current U.S. trade relations, emerging markets, trade agreements, export disruptions, and currency shifts, and ties those macro-level topics to the producer level to understand how they impact ag profitability and strategy on the farm.
Business & Entrepreneurship in Ag
Long before “startups” became trendy, farmers were the original entrepreneurs: risk-takers, innovators, and problem-solvers. This keynote draws on the deep entrepreneurial roots of agriculture and reframes them in a modern context. Whether launching a business in Silicon Valley or on a rural backroad, the principles are the same: resilience, resourcefulness, and a relentless drive to solve real problems.
This session explores the unexpected yet powerful overlaps between startup culture and farming, including bootstrapping, innovation under pressure, succession planning, and building multi-generational legacies. Ideal for both rural entrepreneurs and broader audiences seeking inspiration from America’s most enduring builders.
How to tell your story + Media Training
This isn’t just media training, it’s message ownership. In this interactive workshop, participants learn to craft compelling personal and organizational narratives, adapt their messaging to diverse audiences, and show up with confidence and clarity in high-stakes environments.
Using a specific communication framework, participants will clarify their core messages, practice adjusting tone and content for different stakeholders (reporters, consumers, policymakers, or international audiences), and sharpen their delivery through verbal, vocal, and visual presence. We’ll also explore strategies for navigating tough questions, media traps, and emotionally charged topics with professionalism and poise.
This session combines storytelling, executive stage coaching, and strategic communications, all delivered in a hands-on format designed for small groups or breakout settings where peer feedback and practice drive transformation.Ideal for smaller groups:- Farmer-leaders, organizational spokespeople, and program ambassadors
- Board members, association leaders, and ag professionals engaging with media or the public
- Executives and entrepreneurs preparing for public appearances, panels, or advocacy
Personal Branding & Building Your Presence
In a noisy world, clarity is your superpower. This workshop equips agricultural professionals, entrepreneurs, and changemakers to define, refine, and confidently show up with a brand that’s both authentic and strategic. Whether you’re building a public profile, growing a service-based business, or expanding your leadership impact, this session will help you align your story, values, and visibility.
Together, we’ll unpack what makes a brand unforgettable in agriculture—relationships, storytelling, and legacy—while exploring the key difference between personal and business brands (and why you don’t have to choose). Participants will identify their unique thought leadership style, choose aligned platforms, and walk away with a 90-day roadmap to elevate their presence.*Delivered in more of a workshop style
Ideal for young professional groups/leadership groups, commodity organizations, Women in Ag events, board events, etc. -
Testimonials
10 people have recommended this speaker
“Delaney shared both her experiences traveling the world and her expertise with global agriculture. She was an outstanding addition to our conference lineup. We would love to have her back for a future event!”
“Delaney had an entertaining and informative presentation on the grain market industry. It provided insight into what impacts the market and what producers should be aware of when making decisions on their farms.”
“Delaney was great! Really enjoyed working with her and the attendees loved interacting with her.”
“Delaney Howell exceeded my expectations; I was a bit concerned the material may be presented in a very ‘analytical’ way however Delaney presented to our audience professionally but in a way that was also easy to follow. The information she shared was insightful and pertained to current events.”
“Delaney did FANTASTIC! Great message, great delivery, and I’ve been getting emails already saying what great content the event had. I truly appreciate working with you & your team, and will be looking at 2021 to see what’s next.”
“Delaney was well received! The information was timely and I was so pleased she stayed for our luncheon. She was a great choice and played off well that she was NOT the Sec of Ag!”
“Things went great! Both Shawn and Delaney did a great job and were crowd favorites!”
“Delaney showed that she cared and wanted to make sure that her presentation met our expectations and that we were all on the same page. I know our customers enjoyed her and she was very informative. She did a great job!”
“Our meeting went well and Delaney did a great job! She is knowledgeable of the ag industry and her presentation was well received by our group. I appreciate you recommending her to us!”
“Delaney Howell is a “rock star”. Her presentation to our Board of Directors was superb. She was incredibly well prepared and stimulated great conversation. I cannot recommend her anymore highly.”