Magnetic Ag: Ag News, Simplified
Quality news, where you want it, when you want it.
Magnetic Ag is the ag news source that doesn’t put you to sleep. ​We cut through the noise with twice-weekly emails delivered on Tuesday and Friday that include must-know stories across livestock, crops, agtech, policy and more — all served with a side of wit. Serving a loyal audience of farmers, students, agribusiness leaders and innovators, Magnetic Ag is where agriculture turns for insight that sticks.
Our Team
Jen Hill
Editor + Newsletter Curator
Jen Hill is a generational rancher in the Sandhills of Nebraska where she spends the majority of her time chasing cows and kids. She is passionate about the agriculture industry and keeping producers in the loop.
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Braeden Coon
Managing Editor + Podcast Host
Braeden Coon grew up in Mountain View, Oklahoma, where agriculture was more than a lifestyle, it was the foundation. With degrees in animal science and agricultural communications from Oklahoma State University and a master’s in journalism from Northwestern’s Medill School, Braeden blends ag expertise with sharp storytelling. A published journalist and photographer, Braeden’s work appears in AGDAILY, Medill Reports, The Brand Magazine, Cowboy Journal and more. From meat science labs to media rooms in downtown Chicago, Braeden is passionate about helping agriculturalists tell real, resonant stories that move the industry forward.
Savannah Nichols
Content Editor + Podcast Host
Savannah Nichols brings stories to life. With a background in multimedia production and social media management, she joined the team to help amplify AFA’s impact through content that connects—with students, partners and the future of ag. A 2024 graduate of Kansas State University, Savannah holds a degree in Agricultural Communications and Marketing. She’s no stranger to the industry, with experience from the National Corn Growers Association, Certified Angus Beef and Kansas Farm Bureau.
Ashley Scoby
Editor and Writer
Ashley is a writer and editor whose work has appeared with ESPNW, Kansas City Star, Seattle Times, VinePair, Matador Network and more. She's a native Kentuckian but has lived in six other cities throughout the U.S. Now, she's a nomad who travels full-time overseas. She's been Magnetic's editor since May of 2021.
Dawson Schmitt
Writer
Dawson is a 2022 graduate of Iowa State University, where he earned a degree in Agricultural Communications. With a strong passion for agriculture, he serves as Head of Market Content at Trader PhD Ag Marketing. He is dedicated to delivering timely, relevant news and insights to help farmers and ranchers stay informed in a rapidly changing market landscape.
Abbey Garland
Writer
From the rolling hills of rural Southern Ohio, Abbey is guided by a personal mission to inform consumers and advocate for producers. She believes positive change starts with conversation— whether online, in a classroom, or at the dining room table. Abbey is a student at Wilmington College, where she studies Agricultural Communications.
Sheridan Wimmer
Writer
Sheridan Wimmer is a born-and-raised Kansan who has been telling agriculture’s story for more than 15 years — give or take a couple of years, because she prefers not to date herself. From a PR agency to a pork production company to a small nonprofit and now serving Farm Bureau members in Kansas, her career has introduced her to incredible farmers, ranchers and other professional agriculturists.
As Assistant Director of Communications at Kansas Farm Bureau, she wrangles words, deadlines and occasionally rogue commas (she's a non-Oxford comma user, but adheres to each brand's style guidelines). Her feature writing has earned top honors, including Best Feature from Agricultural Relations Council for her 2024 article on how ranchers are reducing emissions. Sheridan is also the author of Brave Like Brizzie, a children's book about finding courage, which you can absolutely buy on Amazon (shameless plug). Whether she’s interviewing ranchers, capturing stories through her Nikon lenses or crafting social content, she attempts to bring heart and humor to her work.Get a glimpse of her work at www.kansaslivingmagazine.com and/or connect with her on LinkedIn.
Amelia VanLandegen
Writer
Amelia VanLandegen is a freelancer who grew up on her family's livestock and grain farm in Northwestern Illinois. She majored in agricultural communications at the University of Illinois and had a career at John Deere before exiting the full-time workforce to be a full-time mom to her four children. She enjoys visiting the family farm with her husband and children frequently. Amelia appreciates good podcasts, great books, long walks, gardening, and attending church with her family.