Podcasts about agriculture economics

Infrastructure is being put into place for tariff relief payments if there are long-term consequences from the recent US tariff implementation.

A review of where things are at with tariffs with the American Farm Bureau Federation Economist, Betty Resnick.

In this week's episode of The Impact Farming Show, Tracy chats with Kyle Gibson, the Managing Director of Operations and Lead Broker at Agi3, about how Canadian farmers can move beyond traditional crop insurance and explore innovative, more tailored options for risk management.  The conversation covers the unique offerings from Agi3, including AgriEnhance, ForwardProtect, and FarmElevate, and how these products are designed to better meet the needs of modern farming operations. Key Topics: - Who is Agi3? - Discover how Agi3 helps farmers with modern, tailored insurance solutions. - Risk Management for Modern Farms: Agi3's vision of alternative crop insurance offerings: Why traditional insurance doesn't keep up with the needs of modern farming operations. Introduction to AgriEnhance, ForwardProtect, and FarmElevate — Agi3's customized agricultural insurance products. - AgriEnhance: A deeper look at Agi3's flagship product, designed to offer more control and flexibility over risk management. - Data-Driven Quotes: How Agi3's platform uses farm data to provide accurate, personalized insurance quotes. - Challenges with Traditional Insurance: Kyle discusses the gaps in traditional crop insurance and how Agi3 is addressing these concerns. - Data Privacy: How Agi3 ensures the security of farm data and privacy. - ROI: Kyle explains how Agi3 helps farmers improve their bottom line with better coverage and technology. For more insights, we will see you in the inside. Thanks for tuning in, Tracy ============================= ✅ About The Impact Farming Show: Produced by Farm Marketer. Farm Marketer is a Canadian digital media company specializing in publishing agriculture content that matters most to Canadian farmers: news, commodities, agriculture events, agriculture real estate for sale, and much more.  Farm Marketer is also the proud producer of the award-winning agriculture show The Impact Farming Show. This weekly video and podcast show is dedicated to introducing farmers to the people and ideas that will impact their farming operations. Join show host Tracy Brunet as she speaks to top minds and change makers about what's currently IMPACTING agriculture.    =================================

* Exciting Update: The interest-free portion of the cash advance has recently been increased from $100,000 to $250,000, providing even more financial flexibility for farmers. In this episode of The Impact Farming Show, Tracy sits down with Dave Gallant, Vice President of Finance and APP Operations from the Canadian Canola Growers Association (CCGA), to discuss the CCGA Cash Advance Program, a financial tool that is helping farmers navigate today's elevated interest rates. Farmers often face challenges around managing cash flow, especially during unpredictable market conditions. The CCGA Cash Advance Program offers farmers up to $1,000,000 in working capital financing, with flexible terms designed to help farmers plan better and reduce borrowing costs. Key Topics Discussed in This Episode: What is a Cash Advance?  Dave explains the Advance Payments Program (APP), which provides farmers with short-term financing to support their working capital needs. With up to $250,000 available interest-free and the rest at a reduced interest rate, this program is an attractive financial tool for many farmers. How Does the Cash Advance Work? The cash advance program provides up to $1,000,000 for financing across more than 50 commodities, including field crops, livestock, organic crops, and even honey. The two-part structure (interest-free and interest-bearing) helps manage costs effectively. Farmers can use both portions to support their operations. Who is the Canadian Canola Growers Association (CCGA)? Learn more about the CCGA, a farmer-founded, farmer-led association representing about 40,000 canola farmers. CCGA has been instrumental in advocating for farmers' needs and administering the Advance Payments Program since 1984. Practical Uses for the Cash Advance Program Dave and Tracy dive into how farmers can use the cash advance to support their operations during the growing season, providing flexibility in managing cash flow and financing their marketing plans. How to Apply for a Cash Advance If you're interested in applying for a cash advance, Dave outlines the steps involved and how the CCGA makes the process as simple and efficient as possible. Exciting Update: The interest-free portion of the cash advance has recently been increased from $100,000 to $250,000, providing even more financial flexibility for farmers. SHOW RESOURCES: CCGA Cash Advance Program: https://www.ccga.ca Episode 228: CCGA Cash Advance Program: The Financial Tool Farmers Are Looking For with Dave Gallant https://www.farmmarketer.com/Resources/ResourceItem?resourceItemId=493 Sign Up - If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to sign up as an Insider to get the latest updates, expert insights, and promotions from The Impact Farming Show: https://www.farmmarketer.com/impact_farming_show/sign-up   =================================

DISCLAIMER - This information is not a substitute for mental health or medical treatment or services.  In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Amy Monea about all things mental health in this episode titled “Farmer Suicide: Let's Talk About It.” In this episode, Tracy and Amy discuss: - What is the difference between mental health and mental illness? - Amy walks us through different mental health concerns, symptoms and illnesses. She shares about panic attacks, anxiety, depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, suicide ideation, and more. - Tracy asks Amy “What state of mental health are farmers usually in when they commit suicide…is it usually depression? Can the desire to commit suicide start suddenly or does it creep up on farmers?” - What are the ways that we can recognize when people are just not ok?  There is a common fear that if you bring it up to someone, you may offend them or even give them the idea to commit suicide. This is not true. Amy speaks to this. - What can you say to someone is you are concerned about their mental health or if you are concern that they might be contemplating suicide? - Now what if it's ourself. What if we are in a dark place and contemplating if life is worth living…what do you do? - Is there ways to prevent mental illness? Ways to take care of our mental health? - If someone is struggling where do you go to get help? This is an informative and deep conversation about mental health and spotting symptoms of concern in ourselves and others.  We are a large community but a small community in reality. We need to look out for one another so if you are interested in learning more, you won't want to miss this episode. RESOURCES Connect with Amy Monea Heard Wellness Through Horses: https://www.heardwellness.com/about AgKnow: https://www.agknow.ca/resource-library/interview-amy-monea 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, call or text 9-8-8. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For this and other mental health services please visit this website: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/mental-health-services/mental-health-get-help.html Thanks for tuning in, Tracy Brunet SIGN UP If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to sign up as an Insider so that you are first to know about all-new Impact Farming episodes, Expert Corner Segments, fantastic contests, and new promotions https://www.farmmarketer.com/impact_farming_show/sign-up =================================

*Note - This week, we're re-airing a standout episode from February 2024. As we've reflected on it many times recently, we've noticed that many of the insights Dr. Kohl shared are even more relevant today, a year later. Given the current economic volatility in agriculture, we're excited to revisit this conversation and share Dr. Kohl's wise and reassuring perspective once again. …………… In this week's episode, Tracy sits down with Dr. David Kohl, renowned agricultural economist, to discuss the current state of farm economics in a world full of uncertainty. Titled “Black Swans, Gray Rhinos & Roller-Coaster Farm Economics,” this conversation delves deep into the opportunities, challenges, and strategies that agriculture producers need to be aware of in today's volatile market. What You'll Learn: 1. Roller-Coaster Economics: Dr. Kohl explains how agriculture is currently navigating a period of unpredictable economic cycles. Producers need to understand what this means for their operations and how they can prepare for the ups and downs ahead. 2. Significant Opportunities for Producers: Dr. Kohl identifies the most pressing opportunities in agriculture right now. From technological innovations to shifting market dynamics, find out where smart producers can capitalize and grow in the face of uncertainty. 3. The Biggest Threats to Agriculture: With agriculture facing rapid changes, Dr. Kohl shares his bird's-eye view of the greatest threats to the industry. What should producers be most concerned about in the coming years, and how can they plan for what's ahead? 4. Black Swan vs. Gray Rhino Events: You've likely heard of Black Swan events, but what about Gray Rhino events? Dr. Kohl provides insight into the potential impact of both disruptive forces. Learn how to identify these events and what steps you can take to prepare for them before they arrive. 5. Common Mistakes Producers Are Making: Dr. Kohl also shares some of the most common mistakes he sees among producers today. Are you falling into these traps? Tune in to learn how to avoid them and make smarter decisions in your business. 6. Strengthening Your Farm Operation: As volatility becomes the new norm, Dr. Kohl offers actionable advice on how to future-proof your farming operation. Discover the strategies that will help make your business more resilient and adaptable to change. 7. Lightning Round with Dr. Kohl: Get to know Dr. Kohl better in a fun and fast-paced lightning round! From his top book recommendations to the best life advice he's received, this is a lighter segment filled with inspiration and wisdom. Given the current economic volatility in agriculture, we're excited to revisit this conversation and share Dr. Kohl's wise insights for navigating economic uncertainty. Thanks for tuning in, Tracy    =================================

Have questions or comments? We'd love to hear from you!While estate planning is likely to rank low on activities that bring most of humanity joy, agriculturalists need to devote time to getting their transition plan right.But how do we go from broaching the topic of estate planning with loved ones to setting in motion an iron-clad transition when the time comes? Luckily, Shannon Ferrell - professor of Agriculture Economics specializing in Agricultural Law at Oklahoma State - has more than a few ideas. On this episode, we discuss: The estate planning essentials everyone needsAssembling your team of transition expertsReasons to update your policies after big life eventsWhy transition is an area of concern in agricultureWhy no plan is a bad planRural mental healthAnd much, much more!Additional resources: OSU Farm StressAngus Convention estate planning featureFind more information to make Angus work for you in the Angus Beef Bulletin and ABB EXTRA. Make sure you're subscribed! Sign up here to the print Angus Beef Bulletin and the digital Angus Beef Bulletin EXTRA. Have questions or comments? We'd love to hear from you! Contact our team at abbeditorial@angus.org.

What You Will LearnStrategic Farming: The necessity of treating farming as a business, focusing on long-term planning and risk management.Crop Rotation: The benefits of a diverse cropping system to enhance soil health and yield.Market Awareness: The importance of prioritizing agronomic factors and weather conditions over short-term market fluctuations.Community Engagement: The role of educating landlords and fostering community connections to support sustainable practices.Mental Health in Agriculture: The emotional challenges of farm transitions and the need for creative outlets to manage stress.Strategic FarmingThe Joneses emphasize that farming should be treated as a business. This approach involves long-term planning and effective risk management to ensure sustainability and profitability. They highlight that the margins in farming are too thin to operate without a solid business strategy.Crop RotationImplementing a diverse cropping system is vital for improving soil health and reducing reliance on single crops. The Joneses advocate for a five-crop rotation system, which includes canola, wheat, grain sorghum, soybeans, and corn, to enhance overall yield and sustainability.Market AwarenessWhile market prices can influence farming decisions, the Joneses stress the importance of focusing on agronomic factors and weather conditions. They believe that understanding these elements is crucial for making informed decisions that benefit the farm in the long run.Community EngagementKaren highlights the significance of educating landlords and fostering community connections. By building relationships within the community, farmers can support sustainable practices and create a network that benefits everyone involved in agriculture.Mental Health in AgricultureThe emotional challenges of transitioning farm management can be daunting. Karen shares her experiences discussing mental health with fellow farmers, emphasizing the need for creative outlets, such as sewing, to manage stress and maintain well-being in the agricultural sector.Important QuoteRod Jones stated, "You have to treat farming like a business; the margins are too thin to do otherwise." This quote encapsulates the essence of their message about the importance of a business-oriented approach to farming. RedDirtAgronomy.com

While a lot of farmers have a business plan in their minds, they don't always have it written out and having it in writing is important when it comes to mitigating tough economic times according to an AFBF economist.

National Sorghum Producers Executive Director, Greg Reuhle is in to discuss the current supply and demand situation for the US sorghum market. “Prices for all of the grain commodities have really softened these last six or seven weeks, and sorghum hasn't been immune to that. We have seen as as the South Texas harvest was underway and wrapped up in June, and, you know, late June, early July, we saw a real change in the basis there the last boat that that we kind of heard of, that was load

Veteran ag lender reviews trends he has seen in the ag economy and says that looking ahead, things will be "interesting."

Festus William Amoyaw started his career with Amex International Incorporated, a contractor for the USAID in Ghana Trade & Investment Reform Programme, Increased Private Enterprise Performance (IPEP) Component Project as a Market Research and Business Development Assistant. He subsequently worked in an indigenous Ghanaian Financial Institution, HFC Bank (Republic Bank), as a Credit Analyst focusing on Small and Medium Enterprises. In the last decade, he has gathered considerable experience in private equity and impact investment. He worked with GroFin Ghana, a subsidiary of GroFin Capital based in Mauritius, as a Business Development Manager and, subsequently, a Portfolio Manager. He also briefly worked as Investment Officer with Investisseur & Partenaires (I&), a Paris-based Fund Manager of I&P Afrique Entrepreneur Fund of Euro 55 Million in the Ghana Office. From I&P, he moved on to work at Acumen as the West Africa Officer, where he sourced for deals, conducted due diligence and closed various transactions. In 2018 he joined the Regional Offgrid Electrification Project (ROGEP), an Ecowas Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE) initiative funded by the World Bank Group and partners as a Finance Expert. He also acted as the Coordinator for ROGEP before joining WAM. He has worked as a Principal Investment Officer with Women's World Banking Asset Management (WAM) and Consultant for Lendahand and XpressGas Limited. Currently, he is the CEO/Co-Founder of Figtech Limited, a Fintech startup company in Ghana. Fintech has developed an App, MYFIG, to solve the challenges many faces in navigating various financial products. He graduated from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi and the University of Ghana Business School in Agriculture Economics and a Masters in Business Administration, respectively. He is a Certified Digital Finance Expert from the Frankfurt School of Finance and Management. Highlights from the Show Festus started working about 3 years ago on the issue of people in Africa having enough financial protection for retirement or to protect their families, and penetration rates of traditional life insurance products are very low Africa has seen the adoption of mobile payments, even on feature phones instead of smart phones, but that's largely not moved into financial services spending so much as general consumption All of this lead him to co-found Figtech, which is a platform to manage your insurance protection Life insurance is sold by individuals in Africa, but these agents don't tend to stand behind or support the policies after they're sold, so consumers struggle with basic things like updating their address (which requires going to the insurance company's office to change it in person) There are changes needed in the insurance market and regulation of it to see more penetration of insurance Some regulators have been creating more flexible paths for startups and new players to enter the market and grow For example, creating digital distribution licenses They've also allowed for creation of microinsurance that comes along with or is embedded into other products, like insurance you get when you buy more airtime minutes for your mobile phone Figtech was part of the first regulator-organized startup competition three years ago, and that experience helped spark Festus to push to create an insurtech community in Ghana, starting InsurTech Ghana They've been working with other InsurTech communities around the world, and started the first ever InsurTech Ghana conference in 2023, which they're holding again this year Africa is where a lot of new ideas of coverage and ways to protect people are being developed, and we would be smart to foster and watch what's happening there as a source of possible future product innovation ideas for the global insurance market This episode is brought to you by The Future of Insurance book series (future-of-insurance.com) from Bryan Falchuk. Follow the podcast at future-of-insurance.com/podcast for more details and other episodes. Music courtesy of Hyperbeat Music, available to stream or download on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music and more.

Host Mike Howell and returning guest Karl Wyant, Director of Agronomy, Nutrien, discuss the impacts your water sources can have on the effectiveness of your spray applications of pesticides and fertilizers.   To check out the Purdue University study on the impact of water quality on pesticide performance, visit https://www.extension.purdue.edu/extmedia/ppp/ppp-86.pdf   To discover the latest crop nutrition research, visit nutrien-eKonomics.com

Which of the agrifood trends will be the most transformative for 2024? Dr. Allen Gray returns for another round with hosts Sal Sama and Ryan Priest for another episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  As you may remember, in addition to being the Land O'Lakes Chair in Food and Agribusiness, Dr. Gray is the Professor of Agriculture Economics at Purdue University.On today's episode, Dr. Gray will share some thoughts from his recent article, How Will Tech Enable Agrifood Trends of 2024?  Dr. Gray, Sal, and Ryan will cover a variety of heavy-hitting topics such as sustainability, digital transformations, labor trends, food traceability and financing, and agribusiness trends.  You'll hear about how technology enables us to share how growers steward their resources and how they're able to prove it through data, information, and technology.  “I think we are a really sustainable industry, but maybe we don't tell that story very well, and one of the reasons for that is that we haven't been as capable as we could be at talking about that, and that's where digital comes in.”  You can view the full article here: https://agribusiness.purdue.edu/how-will-tech-enable-agrifood-trendsof2024/#:~:text=Technology%20is%20pivotal%20in%20this,of%20soil%20and%20crop%20health. 

Which of the agrifood trends will be the most transformative for 2024? Dr. Allen Gray returns for another round with hosts Sal Sama and Ryan Priest for another episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  As you may remember, in addition to being the Land O'Lakes Chair in Food and Agribusiness, Dr. Gray is the Professor of Agriculture Economics at Purdue University.On today's episode, Dr. Gray will share some thoughts from his recent article, How Will Tech Enable Agrifood Trends of 2024?  Dr. Gray, Sal, and Ryan will cover a variety of heavy-hitting topics such as sustainability, digital transformations, labor trends, food traceability and financing, and agribusiness trends.  You'll hear about how technology enables us to share how growers steward their resources and how they're able to prove it through data, information, and technology.  “I think we are a really sustainable industry, but maybe we don't tell that story very well, and one of the reasons for that is that we haven't been as capable as we could be at talking about that, and that's where digital comes in.”  You can view the full article here: https://agribusiness.purdue.edu/how-will-tech-enable-agrifood-trendsof2024/#:~:text=Technology%20is%20pivotal%20in%20this,of%20soil%20and%20crop%20health. 

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks with FCC Vice President and Chief Economist J.P. Gervais about the “2023 FCC Farmland Values Report.” The FCC Farmland Values Report provides an annual look at the regional land value trends across Canada. In this episode, Tracy and JP discuss: - The special milestone of this being the 40th FCC Farmland Values Report. JP shares more about the report and the information it contains. - JP shares the overall Canada-wide national value for 2023. - He then shares the results province by province, noting anything surprising. - How did the 2023 values compare to 2022 and 2021? JP shares more. - Tracy asks about interest rates, higher costs, and if they are starting to see farmland purchases cooling. - With elevated interest, higher costs, and lower commodity prices, Tracy asks JP for his thoughts on what the 2024 report will likely reflect. - JP shares his thoughts on interest rates for 2024, fixed versus variable, and what farmers may expect for interest rates over the next ten years. If you are curious about the 2023 FCC FarmLand Values Report, click the show link below to access it. Thanks for tuning in, Tracy Brunet RESOURCES 2023 FCC FarmLand Values Report: https://www.fcc-fac.ca/en/knowledge/economics/farmland-values-report SIGN UP If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to sign up as an Insider so that you are first to know about all-new Impact Farming episodes, Expert Corner Segments, fantastic contests, and new promotions https://www.farmmarketer.com/impact_farming_show/sign-up ....................... #agriculture #farming #farm #landvalues Episode 222: Canadian Farmland Values: Exploring Trends and Prices w/JP Gervais

Jim Ed Beach, a native of Oklahoma, grew up on a purebred cow-calf operation in the northeastern part of the state. In high school, he was an active member of the Westville FFA Chapter and received his American FFA Degree. Beach graduated from Oklahoma State University, in 1994, with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, majoring in Animal Science and minoring in Agriculture Economics.Beach currently serves as the US Commercial Lead, Sustainable Solutions for Netafim USA and is responsible for managing all aspects of Netafim's Sustainable Solutions products. He primarily works with our SDI-E™ products in Dairy, Swine, and Beef. SDI-E™ repurposes manure water by utilizing Netafim's filtration and drip irrigation technology and making multiple applications to the field throughout the year. Most recently, Beach was the Dealer & Agronomic Relationship Manager of the Midwest and Northern Plains territory in Netafim's Eastern Region.Beach has more than 25 years in the agricultural industry in various roles. Prior to coming to Netafim in 2015, Beach spent the majority of his career in the crop protection and crop insurance industries. In this enlightening episode of the Intentional Agribusiness Leader podcast, host Mark Jewell invites Jim Ed from Netafim to discuss the power of intentional leadership within the agribusiness sector. The conversation delves deep into what it means to be purposeful in one's approach to managing projects and people, and the impact intentional leadership can have on a company's culture and employees' drive.As the dialogue unfolds, Jim shares his personal journey, revealing challenges and strategies for creating a purpose-driven work environment. The insightful interaction covers the nuances of leadership, work-life balance, employee retention, and cultural dynamics in the workplace. The discussion also touches upon the exciting work Jim is involved with at Netafim, emphasizing the environmental benefits of their latest product innovations.Key Takeaways:Intentionality in Leadership: Being intentional means having a clear purpose and communicating it effectively, which positively influences project management and team direction.Impact of Company Culture: A culture that embodies intentionality fosters focus and success, whereas a lack of planning can lead to reactionary practices.Retention Strategy: Benefits and a “family” culture within a company are crucial for employee retention and job satisfaction.Challenges of Work-Life Balance: Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is an ongoing challenge, especially for those with tendencies towards workaholism.Launching New Products: Jim Ed discusses the launch of an environmentally beneficial product at Netafim, highlighting the importance of building passion within your team to overcome internal and external obstacles.Notable Quotes:"Being intentional is really about having a purpose.""If you don't [plan], then the next time you look up, it's two or three weeks later, and you go, 'Wow, did I really get all done that I need to get done?'""If you don't have good benefits, I don't think you have much of an anchor to really hold people there.""I think a lot of times we probably gloss over the fact that we are intentional on some things.""The culture that we have here at Netafim, as far as I think we do a really good job of building a family within our company."Dive into the full episode to uncover the depth of the conversation between Mark Jewell and Jim Ed, and gain a better understanding of how intentional leadership can transform your approach to agribusiness. Stay tuned to the Intentional Agribusiness Leader podcast

As the Executive Director of Sales and Marketing at AgroLiquid, Dave promotes growth and customer value through leadership and organizational alignment. His career has focused heavily in the areas of value-added sales and marketing strategy development, product management, go-to-market strategy, and financial management/analysis. Dave has over 25 years of experience leading sales management, product management, marketing, and business/corporate development. His experience is solidly rooted within the agribusiness sector, growing companies in crop protection, seed development, value-added crop nutrition, and marketing communications/agency engagement. Dave's passion for the industry stems in large part from growing up on a corn/soybean operation in northwest Missouri. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Economics from the University of Missouri-Columbia and a Master of Business Administration degree with specializations in finance and marketing from Iowa State University. Dave and his wife, Lee, have busy lives managing their professional careers along with two college-aged children and a pair of labrador dogs. When not working, Dave enjoys hunting and other outdoor activities.Episode Summary:In this introspective episode of the Intentional Agribusiness Leader Podcast, our host Mark engages in a profound conversation with guest Dave Furbeck. They dissect the meaning of intentional leadership within the context of the fast-paced agribusiness industry. This dialogue navigates through the waters of personal growth, critical decision-making, and the nuanced challenges of leading sales teams effectively.Dave Furbeck delves into the nuances of being an intentional leader, underscoring the significance of personal commitment and relevancy in actions. They address the importance of aligning personal and organizational values to shape impactful strategies. With an insight-rich discussion, listeners are offered a panoramic view of not only ideating but executing with precision in the field of agribusiness.Key Takeaways:Being intentional requires a deep personal commitment to actions, values, and strategies that drive behavior and impact.The growth stage of a company significantly influences the hiring focus, whether it's for cultural fit or specific skill sets.Promoting the best salespeople to management without evaluating their managerial aptitude can lead to inefficiencies.Authenticity and vulnerability (or authenticity in lieu of vulnerability for some) in leadership foster trust and enable better support for team members through their challenges.Personal care, such as managing sleep schedules, plays a crucial role in sustaining high-performance leadership.Resources:In this episode, no specific resources, social media handles, websites, articles, books, or URLs are mentioned for listing.Stay tuned for more insightful episodes from the Intentional Agribusiness Leader podcast, where we explore the intricacies of leadership, strategy, and personal growth within the dynamic realm of agribusiness. Listen to the full episode to glean a wealth of knowledge and practical tips from our guest Dave Furbeck.

“The food and ag business industry was ranked 22nd out of 22 industries with respect to its digital footprint.”  What can be done about that?  An industry leader, Dr. Allen Gray, joins hosts Sal Sama and Ryan Priest for today's episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  Dr. Gray is not only the Professor of Agriculture Economics at Purdue University but is also the Land O'Lakes Chair in Food and Agribusiness!Dr. Gray is a wealth of knowledge, and shares information about his background, learning about the agriculture economics and financial activities in farmer-owned cooperatives and the implications of that.  He'll explain what DIAL Ventures is and their partnership with High Alpha Innovation to create 12 startup companies to help digitize the agriculture industry.  You'll learn how those startups are devoted to making strides with regard to land, labor, and capital, and how the H-2A program, Croft, is improving the labor situation in the agriculture industry.  If you've been longing for technology to help you improve in your hiring, operations, and communication, this is an episode you're not going to want to miss!

“The food and ag business industry was ranked 22nd out of 22 industries with respect to its digital footprint.”  What can be done about that?  An industry leader, Dr. Allen Gray, joins hosts Sal Sama and Ryan Priest for today's episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies.  Dr. Gray is not only the Professor of Agriculture Economics at Purdue University but is also the Land O'Lakes Chair in Food and Agribusiness!Dr. Gray is a wealth of knowledge, and shares information about his background, learning about the agriculture economics and financial activities in farmer-owned cooperatives and the implications of that.  He'll explain what DIAL Ventures is and their partnership with High Alpha Innovation to create 12 startup companies to help digitize the agriculture industry.  You'll learn how those startups are devoted to making strides with regard to land, labor, and capital, and how the H-2A program, Croft, is improving the labor situation in the agriculture industry.  If you've been longing for technology to help you improve in your hiring, operations, and communication, this is an episode you're not going to want to miss!

This week we are sitting down with Nick Crundall the CEO of Market Check a specialist grain marketing advisor.Nick grew up in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, his connection to agriculture was fairly minimal however today, he's determined to show kids just like him, the careers and opportunities in agriculture.Initially he wanted to be a real estate agent, it was the interest in economics that saw him apply for and be accepted to Agriculture Economics at Sydney Uni before a summer internship with Meat and Livestock Australia solidified his interest and passion in Agriculture.Since then, his career moves and interests have been well thought out, leaning on mentors, friends and the broader network to ultimately become a CEO in his mid-30's.In this episode we chat about: Leadership in an emerging agriculture business Career Advice and decision making Connecting Rural and Urban Australians The Vast opportunities in agriculture Building a career in agriculture in a capital city Communication, business strategy and team dynamics

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Michael Langemeier from Purdue University about “Measuring Optimism in Agriculture: September 2023 Ag Economy Barometer Report.” In this episode, Tracy and Michael speak about: What is the Ag Economy Barometer? In this interview, Michael shares the survey results from over 400 producers that were asked a series of questions. Purdue University and CME then compile the results to create the Ag Economy Barometer. The August 2023 results are in. Michael reviews the survey results and covers the following areas: Indexes of Current Conditions and Future Expectations Farm Financial Performance Index Farm Capital Investment Index Primary Reason now is a bad time to make large investments. Short-term farmland value expectations Long-term farmland value expectations For USA producers…what is the likelihood of Congress passing a farm bill in 2023? What is the most important title for producers in the bill? Michael wraps up the interview and shares his final thoughts on the levels of optimism in agriculture right now. Are you curious how other producers are feeling about the current state of agriculture? How optimistic are farmers about the future of farming? You will need to tune into today's episode to learn more. ............................... Show Resources   About the Ag Economy Barometer: The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer is a nationwide measure of the health of the U.S. agricultural economy. On the first Tuesday of each month, the Ag Economy Barometer provides a sense of the agricultural economy's health with an index value. The index is based on a survey of 400 agricultural producers on economic sentiment each month. Quarterly, the index is accompanied by an in-depth survey of 100 agriculture and agribusiness thought leaders. Ag Economy Barometer:https://ag.purdue.edu/commercialag/ageconomybarometer/   Purdue Commercial Ag Learning Centre: https://ag.purdue.edu/commercialag/home/team/michael-langemeier/ ...............................

Richard Wolkowitz is Founder of Xylogenesis | Family Office Advisory and serves as a family advisor with 25+ years of first-hand, inner working experience of multiple family offices (of all types). Rich's background is in law, business, independent board of director service, management, operations, financial services, and professional service firm leadership with a focus on serving multigenerational families and their full business and life continuum of needs. Rich began his legal career in The White House, and then joined an AM 100 law firm where he was an Equity Partner, Chair of the firm's Hiring Committee, and practiced international and domestic M&A and business transactions, serving as outside general counsel and consigliere to public, PE/VC-backed, and family enterprises. Rich then joined his own family's third-generation enterprise before managing two different single-family offices as non-family leader. Prior to founding Xylogenesis | Family Office Advisory, Rich managed a global family business consulting firm. He now consults for family offices, whether existing or in concept, supporting the family and their family office staff, and team of multidisciplinary trusted advisors. Rich graduated from the Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M, International Transactions and Comparative Law with distinction), Gonzaga University School of Law (JD, cum laude and Editor of The Law Review), and University of Illinois – Champaign-Urbana (BS, Agriculture Economics with honors) and resides in a suburb of St. Louis, Missouri.   What You'll Learn ●      When to establish a “family office.” ●      What the boundaries should be in family businesses. ●      Xylogenesis as a metaphor for a family business. ●      What the most progressive family offices are doing today.   Timestamps ·       [04:51] Rich's background. ·       [08:56] Establishing a family office. ·       [11:35] Family-employee boundaries. ·       [13:49] Legal exposures of family offices. ·       [18:35] Leveraging resources to grow. ·       [24:25] The process of Xylogenesis. ·       [31:01] Important questions to ask family members. ·       [34:32] When to look for a family office. ·       [41:44] What the most progressive family offices are thinking today? ·       [46:12] When to reach out to Xylogenesis.   Memorable Quotes ·       “Continuity for the sake of continuity isn't the right reason.” – Richard Wolkowitz [07:52] ·       “If you're mixing business and personal, that can jeopardize your licensure.” – Richard Wolkowitz [16:11] ·       “Life is short. Life may not continue like with thought.” – Richard Wolkowitz [45:11]     Social Media Richard Wolkowitz. Xylogenesis | Family Office Advisory.     Websites xylogenesis.com.

Find out how Calgary is leading the agribusiness revolution: www.CalgaryAgbusiness.comSubscribe to Ag Data News: https://agdatanews.substack.com/Aaron Smith Website: https://asmith.ucdavis.edu/Ag Data: Where Do I Find It?: https://asmith.ucdavis.edu/data/ag-data-where-do-i-find-itThe Artificial Intelligence Institute for Next Generation Food Systems: https://aifs.ucdavis.edu/Alberta Veterinary Laboratories / Solvet: https://solvet.ca/today's episode features Dr. Aaron Smith. Aaron's newsletter, which I highly recommend, covers a wide range of food and ag topics, so fittingly, we cover several in today's episode as well. I have learned a lot from reading Aaron's work, and I appreciate his approach as a data-driven teacher and communicator. Certainly part of my motivation to get him on the show was selfish, because this is an area I want to improve in as well. I'm only half-joking when I say it's selfish, because I do think this is an area all of us will benefit from improving in. Aaron and I discuss increasing the accessibility of ag data, some basic research skills, his approach to ag data news, and how the data has informed some of his thoughts on topics ranging from biofuels to carbon sequestration to pineapple production and beyond. Some more about Aaron: he is the DeLoach Professor of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of California, Davis, where he has been since 2001. Originally from New Zealand, he earned his PhD in Economics from the University of California, San Diego. His research addresses policy, trading and price dynamics in agricultural, energy, and financial markets. He has over 50 publications in refereed journals, and he has been recognized with a multitude of awards and achievements which I won't list here, but trust me it is impressive.. Aaron is also the cluster lead for socioeconomics and ethics in the AI Institute for the Food System (AIFS) and a co-director of the Center for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Research (CeDAR).Make sure you stay tuned to the end of today's episode for a spotlight of Calgary-based Alberta Veterinary Laboratories / Solvet with their CEO Lionel Gibbs.

This week on America's Land Auctioneer, Kevin Pifer is joined by Randy Martinson. Randy grew up on a family grain and livestock farm in rural Milnor, ND where he farmed for ten years following his graduation from North Dakota State School of Science. He also attended North Dakota State University (NDSU) for Agriculture Economics. Randy is one of the founders of Martinson Ag Risk Management. Randy is known for his introductory marketing education series for marketing clubs, where he introduces complex marketing strategies in a simple, straightforward manner. Randy advises producers on how to market their commodities using options and futures. He also highlights the pricing prospects in 2023 for soybeans, corn, wheat, and livestock.Follow Kevin at www.americalandauctioneer.com and on Instagram & Facebook

As trends drive people toward rural living, homesteading, and farming as a lifestyle choice, statistics show a dwindling agricultural workforce across America. This week, Liz is joined by long-time friend Art Whaley to investigate the realities of supporting farmers in today's economy. Art, who studied Agriculture Economics at University of Tennessee, is the Chief Lending Officer for Rural 1st, the consumer lending division of Farm Credit Mid-America. He shares his insight into the process of lending and financing for farmers and how extension agents like Farm Credit work to support farmers. Liz and Art discuss why it's important to teach our kids about agriculture, and how their own experiences with farming have changed their perspectives. Plus, what can we do as parents to make sure our families get the most well-balanced, healthy foods? - - - - - - - - - - -Liz Durham Instagram | WebsiteSubscribe Apple Podcast | SpotifyBeing Different with Liz Durham is a Palm Tree Pod Co. production

In the Weeds Series 12 Episode 2: MSU Extension Field Crops Educators Monica Jean and Jon LaPorte sits down with Dr. Molly Sears, MSU Associate Professor of Agriculture Economics, to discuss insurance options in the Farm Bill.  

In the Weeds Series 12 Episode 3: MSU Extension Field Crops Educators Monica Jean and Jon LaPorte sits down with Dr. Molly Sears, MSU Associate Professor of Agriculture Economics, to discuss 2023 Farm Bill expectations.   

In the Weeds Series 12 Episode 1: This episode is sponsored by Corn Marketing Program of Michigan.  MSU Extension Field Crops Educators Monica Jean and Jon LaPorte sits down with Dr. Molly Sears, MSU Associate Professor of Agriculture Economics, to discuss ARC or PLC program decisions. 

Several Virginia high schools are under investigation after allegedly neglecting to inform students that they were national merit award recipients. These awards, only gifted to select high schoolers across the country, often give students a greater chance of receiving college acceptances, scholarships, and sometimes fully paid tuition. However, this opportunity was taken away from many, with some schools claiming they acted in the name of "equity." One top-ranked high school allegedly reported their decision to withhold award information was made to not "hurt the feelings" of other students. In response, many government officials are now looking into the schools' potentially discriminatory actions and how they could be in violation of the Virginia Human Rights Act. Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares, a key figure in these investigations thus far, joins to discuss how students' lives may have been impacted by their schools' actions, why he believes "equity without excellence is emptiness," and how he plans to "get to the truth" behind what happened at these high schools.   Inflation has impacted almost every facet of life for Americans. One staple food item is grabbing the attention of consumers. Egg prices surged over 11% in December, leading many Americans to take a closer look at their grocery bills. Assistant Professor of Agriculture Economics at the University of Arkansas Dr. Jada Thompson joins the Rundown to explain some of the factors contributing to this inflation, the impact inflation is having on farmers and small businesses alike, and why she believes the surge in egg prices will not be permanent.   Plus, commentary by Fox & Friends co-host and host of The Brian Kilmeade Show, Brian Kilmeade.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Several Virginia high schools are under investigation after allegedly neglecting to inform students that they were national merit award recipients. These awards, only gifted to select high schoolers across the country, often give students a greater chance of receiving college acceptances, scholarships, and sometimes fully paid tuition. However, this opportunity was taken away from many, with some schools claiming they acted in the name of "equity." One top-ranked high school allegedly reported their decision to withhold award information was made to not "hurt the feelings" of other students. In response, many government officials are now looking into the schools' potentially discriminatory actions and how they could be in violation of the Virginia Human Rights Act. Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares, a key figure in these investigations thus far, joins to discuss how students' lives may have been impacted by their schools' actions, why he believes "equity without excellence is emptiness," and how he plans to "get to the truth" behind what happened at these high schools.   Inflation has impacted almost every facet of life for Americans. One staple food item is grabbing the attention of consumers. Egg prices surged over 11% in December, leading many Americans to take a closer look at their grocery bills. Assistant Professor of Agriculture Economics at the University of Arkansas Dr. Jada Thompson joins the Rundown to explain some of the factors contributing to this inflation, the impact inflation is having on farmers and small businesses alike, and why she believes the surge in egg prices will not be permanent.   Plus, commentary by Fox & Friends co-host and host of The Brian Kilmeade Show, Brian Kilmeade.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Several Virginia high schools are under investigation after allegedly neglecting to inform students that they were national merit award recipients. These awards, only gifted to select high schoolers across the country, often give students a greater chance of receiving college acceptances, scholarships, and sometimes fully paid tuition. However, this opportunity was taken away from many, with some schools claiming they acted in the name of "equity." One top-ranked high school allegedly reported their decision to withhold award information was made to not "hurt the feelings" of other students. In response, many government officials are now looking into the schools' potentially discriminatory actions and how they could be in violation of the Virginia Human Rights Act. Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares, a key figure in these investigations thus far, joins to discuss how students' lives may have been impacted by their schools' actions, why he believes "equity without excellence is emptiness," and how he plans to "get to the truth" behind what happened at these high schools.   Inflation has impacted almost every facet of life for Americans. One staple food item is grabbing the attention of consumers. Egg prices surged over 11% in December, leading many Americans to take a closer look at their grocery bills. Assistant Professor of Agriculture Economics at the University of Arkansas Dr. Jada Thompson joins the Rundown to explain some of the factors contributing to this inflation, the impact inflation is having on farmers and small businesses alike, and why she believes the surge in egg prices will not be permanent.   Plus, commentary by Fox & Friends co-host and host of The Brian Kilmeade Show, Brian Kilmeade.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does the future of agriculture look like? It's a question often pondered as one year draws to a close and another dawns, with prognosticators thinking about everything from market outlook and economic conditions to questions of technology, innovation, and the rate of change in the business.Aidan Connolly, a long-time feed industry leader now working as an investor in the ag-tech space via his AgriTech Capital firm, recently published a book tackling the question of “The Future of Agriculture.” The book offers information that will help readers from a range of backgrounds toFind ways to protect, maintain and prudently deploy limited resources; andMap technological innovation to produce foods that meet the health and nutrition needs of a burgeoning population; andEnsure that food and farming evolve in ways that will also ensure the sustainability of the planet's natural resources.Connolly focuses on practical answers and specific examples, innovative ideas and new concepts, and thought leadership across a rich array of technologies. Sorted by both technologies and species, with local examples and a global perspective, it offers readers a unique snapshot of a food and farm industry in mid-evolution, providing insight, context, and framing for the coming changes.

Dr Ikechi Agbugba is an academic, researcher, and specialist in Agriculture Economics, with expertise and a keen interest in Agribusiness and Food Security. In 2014, he won the Postdoctoral Fellowship Award for a collaborative study with the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) and the Department of Agricultural Economics & Extension, University of Fort Hare. ____________________________ For more about Obehi Podcast, visit our YouTube channel - Youtube.com/c/ObehiPodcast. Check out also our official website ObehiEwanfoh.com. Do you want to learn how to better leverage your storytelling skill and earn more? Then check out our training class: Storytelling For Content Creators and Digital Entrepreneurs --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/obehi-podcast/message

Description: Hannah discusses her struggles as a mil-kid and how she finally found community by connecting to her roots. This podcast was made in part by support from the Tyndall Spouses Club. https://www.tyndallsc.org/    Show Notes: National Suicide Hotline 988 Call or Text   https://988lifeline.org/help-yourself/attempt-survivors/  Virtual Hope Box:  Coping, Relaxation, Distraction, and Positive Thinking  MCEC Wellbeing Toolkit, PTSD, TBI, Physical Injury tab, look for the Family Communication activities as well as the Emotional Intelligence, Mindfulness & Wellness tabs for personal reflection activities and support  https://www.militarychild.org/wellbeingtoolkit   Bio:  Hello! My name is Hannah Andringa. I am 19 years old and I am from Ellsworth, Kansas. I was a military dependent for 14 years of my life. Currently, I am Miss Czech/ Slovak Kansas 2022-2023. I am a current freshman at Kansas State University, studying Agriculture Economics with a focus in Pre-Law. I plan to pursue a secondary in Global Food Systems Leadership as well. I hope to shed light on my experiences of feeling rootless as a dependent as well as inspire anyone feeling this way through my story.    Bio: Sue Lopez Sue is an Active-Duty military spouse (25+), parent of two adult children, and a licensed school counselor who takes pride in being a resource for military-connected students and families in transition. Families rely on Sue for her compassion, knowledge, and empathy as she has personally experienced 14 PCS relocations, 6 deployments, and one unaccompanied tour to the Republic of Korea.  She holds a Master of Science in School Counseling. Her professional license 20+ years of education experience has yielded a unique set of skills and knowledge regarding state and national policies that impact military-connected students during times of transition to include academic transcript evaluation, enrollment, and graduation as well as social-emotional supports.     Prior to her role as an MCEC Instructional Systems Designer, Sue used her field experience as a Military Student Transition Consultant to inform and establish the MCEC Military Student Consultant role.  As and MSTC, Sue provided one-on-one and small group transition counseling services to military-connected students and their families at seven middle and high schools. Additionally, she provided district-wide professional development and enhanced community relationships with instillation command, community stakeholders, school administrators, and district faculty.    

Nutrien Senior Analyst Mark Tully joins Mike Howell for an update on the key events and trends impacting agricultural markets we head into September. Dig into the effects of rising interest rates and lower crude oil prices on commodity prices, cooler weather and rain in areas struggling with drought, grain exports logistics from the Ukraine, and more.   To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com.

Economic headwinds and ongoing weather concerns are the major storylines heading into the back half of 2022. With ongoing uncertainty about inflation, interest rates, global conflict and drought across large swaths of cattle country all on the table, beef producers have plenty to think about when looking at the big picture.Lance Zimmerman was recently named Senior Beef Analyst at Rabobank's Food and Agribusiness research team. Zimmerman joined Rabobank after nearly 12 years at CattleFax, where he served as CattleFax's Manager of Research, Analysis and Data from 2016 to 2021, and most recently as Director of Research and Protein Market Analysis. Prior to joining CattleFax, Zimmerman spent more than six years at Certified Angus Beef, where he led their marketing and supply development efforts.In this episode, Zimmerman discusses the liquidation of the U.S. cattle herd due to ongoing drought challenges, and what current economic conditions portend for the future of the beef industry as a whole.This episode is sponsored by United Animal Health, a leader in animal health and nutrition. You can learn more about United Animal Health and how they are working to advance animal science worldwide by visiting their website UnitedANH.com.

Piper is joined by TJ O'Mara to talk about starring in our new film, Dual Enrolled, and what it's like to be training the top junior riders in our sport after being one himself not long ago. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.Host: Piper Klemm of The Plaid HorseGuest: TJ O'Mara grew up riding and started when he was 12 years old. Originally from Rumson, New Jersey, TJ was very involved from a young age, and was inspired to become a professional after placing in his first equitation finals at the age of 15. In his last junior year, TJ picked up multiple equitation championships including the 2016 George Morris Excellence in Equitation Championship, the 2016 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals, and the 2016 Pessoa/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Finals. TJ was also awarded the Iris McNeil Perpetual Trophy, given to the junior rider who exemplifies a professional work ethic. After a successful junior career, TJ graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Economics. While attending college, TJ became a professional in the sport and after graduating, TJ worked for Jos Lansink in Belgium for six months where he learned to develop young horses, advanced his flatwork of Grand Prix horses, and competed internationally. Since 2020, TJ has been working full-time with Stonehenge Stables. With his successful equitation background and international jumper experience, TJ excels in teaching young riders and developing sale horses into confident Grand Prix horses.Title Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesSubscribe To: The Plaid Horse MagazineEquestrian College Courses with Dr. KlemmAmerican Equestrian SchoolSponsors: Excel Supplements, Purina Animal Nutrition, America Cryo, Alexis Kletjian

There's no doubt that plant-based dairy alternatives are booming. In 2021, a Bloomberg Intelligence report estimated that the global market for dairy-alternative milk could grow to more than $60bn by 2030. But this isn't just about milk, there is dairy-free cheese, ice cream, just about everything, and the market is constantly evolving. Where plant-based dairy was once the preserve of people who identified as vegan, we've long-since moved on to flexitarians. Now sustainability is one of the key factors affecting the products people buy, meaning ever more innovative ways of making alternative dairy products. In this episode of the Food Matters Live podcast, made in partnership with Edlong, we look at where the market is heading, the challenges of making new products that taste and feel like dairy, and the crucial role consumer messaging has to play in the sector's future. With new innovations in cultured, fermented and hybrid products helping meet the demand for sustainable alternatives, how do you develop new products? How do you ensure the flavour and texture are just right? And how do you market these products on a mass scale? Listen to the full episode to learn about some of the challenges Edlong helps its customers overcome, why price-point is becoming increasingly important for the alternative dairy sector, and how supply chain issues are being successfully navigated. Edlong Flavors Edlong was founded over 100 years ago. Now it is a global leader in dairy and dairy-free flavours, committed to helping food and beverage manufacturers innovate faster, for authentic-tasting, consumer-pleasing products. With an industry-leading library of hundreds of plant-based dairy-free flavours applied in thousands of combinations, coupled with over four decades of dairy-free and plant-based formulation success, Edlong brings an unmatched depth of experience and expertise to deliver authentic dairy taste and texture to dairy-free applications. Jessa Friedrich, Digital Marketing Manager Jessa Friedrich is the Digital Marketing Manager at Edlong, with over 10 years of experience in developing and implementing integrated strategic marketing plans in the dynamic world of digital marketing. Jessa has a degree in Marketing and Business Administration and an MBA in Marketing from Lewis University. Julie Drainville, Sensory Manager  Julie Drainville leads all sensory functions for Edlong globally, maintaining a trained employee panel for sensory testing, and also collaborating with applications scientists and customers to run testing to meet project needs.  Julie has an extensive background in food science including over 14 years in the sensory field, a degree from Purdue University in Foods, Nutrition and Business/Dietetics, a Master of Science in Nutrition Education from Rosalind Franklin University, and completion of the UC Davis Applied Sensory and Consumer Science Certificate Program. Ashley Sabo, R&D Senior Food Scientist  Ashley Sabo is an R&D Senior Food Scientist at Edlong, working in the applications lab on customer projects ranging from plant-based products to categories from bakery to snacks.  Ashley has a degree in Agriculture Economics from the University of Kentucky, a degree in Culinary Arts and Baking and Pastry from the College of DuPage and is currently working toward a Master's in Food Science from Washington State University.  While attending the College of DuPage, Ashely was part of the culinary team that won the American Culinary Federation IL State Competition for two consecutive years.  She is also a member of the RCA. 

Commodity, fertilizer, and fuel prices are on everyone's minds for the 2022 growing season. In this episode of The Dirt, Mike Howell is joined by Chris Reynolds, Nutrien Senior Vice President of Sales, to dig into supply chain factors driving the commodity and fertilizer markets today.   To discover the latest crop nutrition research visit nutrien-eKonomics.com

There are truly so many opportunities for soybean producers in Missouri. Join Ashley and Kyle, as they delve into some neat features of the Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council and where the industry is headed!  Kyle Durham and his family farm soybeans and corn in the Missouri River bottoms near Norborne, Mo on the operation that his grandfather started.  In 2004, Durham graduated from the University of Missouri in Columbia, Mo. with a degree in general agriculture with an emphasis in Science and Agricultural Journalism, Plant Science and Agriculture Economics.  After graduation, he returned to Norborne, Mo and began farming full time.  Durham currently serves as Treasurer on the Carroll County Farm Bureau Board and has recently been a part of the Missouri Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Board.  He and his wife, Courtney, stay busy with their two sons, Simeon, 13 and Elijah, 10.

It's the first Wednesday of the month and that means Purdue's Jim Mintert, professor of Agriculture Economics, joins us to break down the results of the latest Ag Economic Barometer. Then it's The Farmer Forum with Quentin Bowen of Nebraska and Steve Pitstick of Illinois. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Naveen Adusumilli, Assistant Professor in the Agriculture Economics and Agribusiness Department, explains Carbon Credits.

Ikechi Agbugba PhD on Food Production & the 4th Industrial Revolution in Africa – Obehi Podcast. Dr Ikechi Agbugba is an academic, researcher and specialist in Agriculture Economics, with expertise and a keen interest in Agribusiness and Food Security. In 2014, he won the Postdoctoral Fellowship Award on a collaborative study with the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) and the Department of Agricultural Economics & Extension, University of Fort Hare. _____________________________ ♥ Thank you for listening to Obehi Podcast. Share also with your friends who might need it. ♥Join our eLearning Community --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/obehi-podcast/message

In this episode of #ObehiPodcast, we will consider the pricing regime in Nigeria, especially as it concerns the high cost of food commodities in the Nigerian markets. Dr Ikechi Agbugba is an academic, researcher and specialist in Agriculture Economics, with expertise and a keen interest in Agribusiness and Food Security. In 2014, he won the Postdoctoral Fellowship Award on a collaborative study with the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) and the Department of Agricultural Economics & Extension, University of Fort Hare. _____________________________ ♥ Thank you for listening to Obehi Podcast. Share also with your friends who might need it. ♥Join our eLearning Community --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/obehi-podcast/message

Joining the podcast is Maggie Longest who is the Director of the Downtown Ashland Association (DAA).  Paul and Maggie discuss the role of the DAA and how the organization brings local businesses, citizens and the town government together.  They talk about the history of Ashland, the present and future opportunities for businesses in Ashland and the relationships with major stake holders such as Randolph-Macon College.  Maggie also spoke about the events they promote including Train Day which is attended by about 10,000 people. Paul also had Maggie talk about her life.  Maggie hails from Blacksburg, Va. and went to Virginia Tech for her undergraduate degree in Agriculture Economics.  She worked in Washington DC as a lobbyist and in a senator's office.  She then decided to go to graduate school at NC State and worked in the NC governor's office after getting her Master's degree.  She met her husband in NC who was from Hanover and they decided to move back to Virginia.  They have a 5 year old daughter Linda who is high energy, creative and empathetic and is looking forward to starting kindergarten this fall.

Across the countryside farmers are celebrating higher grain prices while ranchers experience lower futures and cash cattle prices. China’s record purchases of U.S. corn have many wondering how long with the rally last? How will it impact calf prices? Agriculture Economist, Dr. Gary Brester, Professor Emeritus of Montana State University’s College of Agriculture Economics and Economics joins the “Agriculture Conversation” to discuss these topics and many more hot button issues facing U.S. agriculture.

John D. Shepperd is a sixth generation Texan, born in Austin and raised in San Antonio. After high school in San Antonio, he graduated from University of Texas in Austin with a degree in American Studies. Although Shepperd learned to hunt and fish at an early age, it was during college when the writings of Edward Abbey, Thoreau, John McPhee, and Aldo Leopold really shaped his appreciation for the natural world. After college, Shepperd worked as a Policy Analyst at the Texas Capitol, then joined the Texas A&M University System as a Research Associate in the departments of Forest Science, Rangeland Ecology and Management, and Agricultural Economics. He planted trees, worked in a laboratory, restored coastal habitat, modeled financial impacts of flood events, surveyed wetlands and saltwater marshes, built the first nursery in Texas dedicated to growing dune plants, and worked as a liaison between the Army Corp of Engineers, TAMU Department of Agriculture Economics, and dozens of South Texas ranchers and farmers. In 1996, John exchanged his muddy boots for a coat and tie and joined the Senate Natural Resources Committee as a Policy Analyst working primarily with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and the Department of Agriculture. After two productive Sessions at the Texas Legislature, he moved into the private sector, co-founding two successful healthcare companies. In 2014, John joined Blackridge Governmental Affairs as Director of Operations, once again back in the political arena. During the 84th Session, he worked on a multitude of projects, including analyzing and tracking legislation, educational outreach, fundraisers, PAC spending, office communications, and lobby team coordinating and strategy. John then became the Executive Director of the newly formed Texas Foundation for Conservation and the Texas Coalition for Conservation where he focuses on the political, educational, and grassroots outreach of conservation.

You see your average person...and they want to have a better life; how do I help them get a better life? They're inspiring me, I'm inspiring them and it's not all about money. At end of the day it's fulfilling to help people and see people getting ahead. I'm really enjoying that part of the journey.” – Trevis McConaghy Growing up in Melfort, Saskatchewan, Trevis McConaghy was the next generation of “farmer” in a line of farmers who had come from Ireland and Norway. Growing up, he had lots of pigs and a few cattle and was cleaning the barn before he started kindergarten. Being an entrepreneur was encoded in Trevis' DNA and while still in his teens, his parents backed him and his brothers to buy their first farmland. Expansion was next, and they kept growing their farm to 10,000 acres; 3,000 of which he still owns. Trevis completed two degrees in University; Agriculture Economics as well as a Bachelor of Commerce. It was after completing his second degree, back on the farm, time on his hands during the slower months of winter that he decided to get his hands dirty and bought his first home. From that experience he learned about drywall, framing, flooring, electrical and plumbing which gave him the necessary groundwork to start growing his real estate portfolio. And grow it he certainly did. Employing numerous creative buying strategies combined with an unquenchable desire to grow his business Trevis has bought and sold well over one hundred doors so far. With a solid foundation in residential real estate, Trevis is venturing into multi-family, commercial and industrial deals and has even physically moved a house from Alberta to Saskatchewan! At the core of Trevis' accomplishments is his desire to give back. Not only is he of massive contribution within the REIN and real estate investment community, Trevis also gives four scholarships at the University of Saskatoon to students who are active in the community. His assertion is that for every hour he donates, it comes back to him 300 percent. Travel is one of Trevis' great passions and as he expands his business, he further expands his opportunities to create travel memories. Newly married this year, Trevis is excited about creating more memories with his wife and growing their life, together.  Show Notes [02:00] Patrick introduces his next guest in the REIN Member series: Trevis McConaghy Trevis and Patrick plow into it! Trevis gives us his speedy thirty second elevator pitch. [05:04] Let's dig into Trevis' farming background in Melfort, SK and the catalyst that had him more vigorously pursue real estate investing. [06:17] Trevis describes how he and his family started with farming and the expansion they undertook. Innovation has always been at the forefront of their business which planted the seed for Trevis' investing pursuits. [10:10] Trevis outlines the scope of the sizable investment required for the type of machinery they're using in their farming endeavours. [12:23] Trevis comes from a lineage of farmers so it was natural for him to get involved. His entrepreneurial spirit was pretty much ingrained in his DNA. [13:43] Although the farm is still operating, Trevis talks about how his role shifted along with his business of real estate investing which he began to grow aggressively. [15:14] Providing some context for how he grew his business, Trevis talks about the beginnings of his real estate investing journey starting in the year 2000 and the continuum to 2010 where he started aggressively buying. [18:35] Prior to farming full time, Trevis talks about his academic adventures, achieving two degrees in Agriculture Economics and a Bachelor of Commerce. [19:48] Trevis explains his strategies for real estate investing in Saskatchewan that include buy, renovate, increase value, generate cash flow, mortgage pay-down, and hold. [21:15] Although not afraid to “jump off his horse” and get into the trenches with his properties,

This week's guest on Open Mic is Dr. Jayson Lusk, Distinguished Professor and Head of the Agriculture Economics Department at Purdue University. With heightened debate on food and farm policy surrounding the development of a new farm bill, Dr. Lusk offers challenging insight about the relationship between political persuasion and food, work requirements for SNAP recipients and evolving preferences in meat consumption.