Podcasts about Crop insurance

With multiple products, states, closing dates, and deadlines connected to the federal crop insurance program, keeping track of this information assist farmers with important risk management decisions. Rod Bain with USDA has the story. USDA Radio NewslineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farmers are having to "push to pencil" when it comes to profitability and stay in operation.

- Matt Bennett, AgMarket.net- Crop Insurance and the Big Beautiful Bill- Mike Tannura, Tstorm.net ★ Support this podcast ★

https://www.youtube.com/@RushHourAgWe interview Louie Zumbach, a farmer and former Iowa State Representative and County Supervisor, and Elliot Henderson, a farmer and ag communicator, about their new venture—the Rush Hour Ag podcast.They explain what inspired the show, why they felt farmers needed more accessible and engaging policy discussions, and what they've learned from being on both sides of the ag-politics fence. We talk about how current and proposed local, state, and federal policies are shaping what farmers can grow, how they grow it, and how profitable their operations can be.We also dig into their personal stories—how growing up in agriculture, working in public service, and staying connected to rural communities shapes their approach to advocacy. Plus, they share how they balance facts with fun and encourage more farmers to understand and participate in the political process.Whether you're policy-curious or a seasoned follower of farm bills and budgets, this episode will help you better understand why ag policy is ag profit—and how voices like yours matter more than ever. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/

Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index and the Tropical Storm Option are tools to help deliver prompt assistance to producers in hurricane-prone areas, and the EPA released its final Insecticide Strategy with practical protections for federally endangered and threatened species.

It is expected that farmers took advantage of the Enhanced Coverage Option as part of their crop insurance strategy.

Join us as we explore Jessica's inspiring journey from eastern Oklahoma to becoming an integral part of a diversified farming operation in the northwest. She shares her experience transitioning from the wetter, more humid climate of eastern Oklahoma to the drier conditions of the west, adapting to new challenges in soil health, crop insurance trends, and unpredictable weather patterns. With deep roots in agriculture, Jessica and her husband, Clint, have grown their operation while raising a family that values hard work and the land.We also dive into the benefits of no-till farming, how soil conservation plays a key role in long-term sustainability, and what it takes to balance farming, family, and a career in crop insurance. Jessica reflects on her time at the assessor's office, where she gained valuable insights into her new community in Major County. Plus, we reminisce about our days working together at OSU under Dr. Karen Hickman. Don't miss Jessica's take on the power of networking among producers and how changing weather patterns continue to shape the future of agriculture in Oklahoma. RedDirtAgronomy.com

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.    =================================

This is a much needed discussion involving food production and the safety net, thanks Ben Rand for having it.

Jay and Ashley discuss which crop to plant first, with Dr. Shawn Conley who leads the University of Wisconsin Soybean Research Program.

Crop Insurance Deadline is Rapidly Approaching

In this digital interactive event hosted by Dan Aberhart brought to you by Growing the Future Productions and Global Ag Risk Solutions, farming experts dive deep into the challenges Western Canadian farmers face amidst market volatility and climate unpredictability. The webinar features key speakers including Dave Sullivan from Global Ag Risk, Dean Klippenstein and Tyson Kenneth from MNP, and Carl DeConnick Smith, who is known for his contrarian yet effective farming strategies. The discussion covers crucial topics such as effective risk management, insurance options, agri-stability, forward pricing strategies, and the importance of having a well-thought-out plan. With live questions from an engaged audience, there are lots of actionable insights to fellow farmers striving for resilience and success. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:46 Engaging the Audience 01:15 Panelist Introductions 03:15 Technical Difficulties and Chat Interaction05:48 Starting the Discussion: State of the Union 06:14 Insurance Options and Strategies 17:39 Q&A Session 19:06 New Farmer Challenges and Solutions 28:46 Halfway Mark: Transition to Farmer's Perspective 33:06 Forward Pricing and Crop Insurance 34:37 Real-Life Examples and Benefits 35:29 Multi-Layer Tools and Strategies 36:31 Insurance in Action: Case Studies 39:58 Understanding AgriStability and GARS 42:24 Scenario Analysis and Decision Making 52:21 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

farmdoc Team Panel Discussion Budgets, Strategies, Policy, & Crop Insurance with Jonathan Coppess, Scott Irwin, Nick Paulson and Gary Schnitkey ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of Main Street Matters, Toni Angelini speaks with Caroline Melear from the R Street Institute about the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement. They discuss the detrimental effects of federal subsidies on the American food supply, particularly how these subsidies contribute to health crises such as obesity in children. Caroline shares her insights on the federal crop insurance program, the importance of raising awareness about food quality, and the need for significant changes in government policy to promote healthier food options. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Episode 183 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Farm Bureau Financial Services regional crop consultant Angie Horn walks farmers through their crop insurance options, and Melissa Miller of the Iowa Nitrogen Initiative shares a new online tool to help farmers calculate their optimum nitrogen application rates. Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Watch our recorded webinar with Farm Bureau Financial Services to learn more about your crop insurance options. Learn more about the Iowa Nitrogen Initiative and N-FACT in our recent Spokesman article.   Use the new N-FACT calculator to help you determine your optimum nitrogen application rates.  

19 Minutes PodcastIn this week's episode of the Weekly Market Outlook, Jeff Fichtelman joins Chris to discuss the current agricultural landscape. They explore the projected increase in corn acreage, with estimates ranging from 95 to 97 million acres, indicating a strong shift toward corn. The conversation highlights the challenges of soybean profitability and the trend of even reallocating acres from cotton, rice, and other crops to corn. Additionally, they delve into crucial market fundamentals, including the Funds, tariffs, demand trends, and the expected volatility as we approach the spring planting and early summer period.

Today wraps up the spring price averaging for crop insurance. Pat, Lucas, and Mike discuss the prices along with decisions revolving around this volatile week. 

It's day 37 and Orange Caligula waited until we were sleeping to have his oligarch bought and paid for Republican Congress vote to have a "Budget Reconciliation" measure. It opened the door way and the first thing they are taking is Medicaid. Medicaid provides health care for 71 MILLION Americans. 70% of people in nursing homes are in Medicaid Beds - this puts them on the street. 12 MILLION people have Medicaid as a supplement to their Medicare. These are WORKING, Poor and retired people. These are helpless people that need Medicaid to SURVIVE. And Mike Johnson puts on his "I'm a FAKE Christian" persona and passes it in the name of God? Seriously? Democracy, FDR, Jasmine Crockett, JFK, Johnson, Carter, Biden, Clinton, Obama, trump is a convicted felon, trump, health care, DNC, DPI, Democratic Party, Guns, Safety, armageddon, evangelicals are nuts, Orange Caligula, From The Edge of The Great Red Divide, The Blue Island in a sea of Red, trump is a mushroom headed dick with ears. Human Decency, LGBT, Brown Children, Ice Raids,Agriculture, Farm, Farm Bill, Farmers, Corn, Soybeans, LAND!, Musk, Coup, No mass deportations,

Paul Kanning is a farmer in Montana who grows mostly red lentils and yellow peas as well as wheat and canola. He also serves as the chairman of the USA Dry Pea and Lentil Council. Lewi Crow is a Risk Management Specialist with the USDA Risk Management Agency that services Wyoming, Montana and the Dakotas. Lewi and Paul talk about the importance of RMA and crop insurance, but also the process behind developing crop insurance programs for pulse crops. “ As an individual farmer, I have to provide them data and the way I do that is by making transactions, right? And so selling pulses in the fall helps establish the harvest price for the fall. That's the only way that they can come up with the data is by farmers putting product out in the stream… That makes the whole wheel turn.” - Paul Kanning ”...some of the things that I do with that is reviewing plant dates, basically just kind of pulling apart crop programs and reviewing all aspects of it that goes on with rates and t-yields for individual counties, rotation requirements, various things that farmers tend to encounter when choosing crop insurance.” - Lewi CrowThis Week on Growing Pulse Crops:Meet Paul Kanning, a pulse crop farmer in Montana and the chairman of the USA Dry Pea and Lentil Council, and Lewi Crow, a Risk Management Specialist with the USDA Risk Management Agency Understand what the RMA provides for producers and the insight they can offer when making production decisionsMake a note of these important dates:January 15th is when the harvest price is released Beginning of March is when projected prices for this 2025 crop year are releasedMarch 15th is the sales closing date for most of the spring seeded crops so Lewi recommends reviewing your crop insurance prior to that date Growing Pulse Crops is produced by Dr. Audrey Kalil and hosted by Tim Hammerich of the Future of Agriculture Podcast.

Trevor will walk us through Multi-Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI) plans, private product options, unit structure decisions, and key considerations for beginning and veteran farmers. We'll also touch on how precision ag technology is shaping crop insurance and what farmers need to know about the latest Farm Bill developments.If you're looking to protect your farm's bottom line in 2025, this is the episode for you! Let's get started.In this episode, Trevor Robins from FMH joins us to break down the key crop insurance decisions farmers need to make for 2025. With commodity prices expected to remain low, understanding coverage options, important deadlines, and risk management strategies is crucial.We'll cover:Revenue Protection vs. Revenue Protection with Harvest Price Exclusion (RP-HPE) and why cheaper isn't always betterSupplemental coverage options like ECO, SCO, and private productsUnit structure decisions and how they impact premiumsIncentives for beginning and veteran farmersHow precision ag tools can streamline insurance reporting and claimsThe latest on the Farm Bill and what it means for crop insuranceWith March 15th and April 15th deadlines approaching, farmers won't want to miss this discussion on making the best risk management choices for their operations in 2025. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitConnect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/

Everything wrong with this country right here and now is Mitch McConnell's fault. Caution VERY Salty language! Democracy, FDR, Jasmine Crockett, JFK, Johnson, Carter, Biden, Clinton, Obama, trump is a convicted felon, trump, health care, DNC, DPI, Democratic Party, Guns, Safety, armageddon, evangelicals are nuts, Orange Caligula, From The Edge of The Great Red Divide, The Blue Island in a sea of Red, trump is a mushroom headed dick with ears. Human Decency, LGBT, Brown Children, Ice Raids,Agriculture, Farm, Farm Bill, Farmers, Corn, Soybeans, LAND!, Musk, Coup, No mass deportations,

Prepare for the 2025 growing season with exclusive insights from Eric Snodgrass, senior atmospheric scientist at Conduit Ag on February 27. This one-hour virtual event will provide the weather forecast you need to plan your farm’s risk management strategy with confidence. Pam Jahnke visits with Cole Patrick, Director of Insurance Strategies, Compeer Financial, about the important decisions producers need to consider for profitability and risk management this year. What You’ll Hear A detailed look at weather patterns in the U.S. and South America for 2025 How these patterns could impact soil moisture, planting timelines and yields Expert analysis on what the weather means for your operation Spring crop price announcements, county yield projections and livestock insurance updates See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You know when trrump picked never trumper JD Vance as his VP, I have to say i was really surprised. Up until that point, i was just real sad that i spent money on his boo - which I never finished. See it had all of the problems needing an answer and toward the end, i could see that it was just a book about victim blaming. So i recycled that POS so no one else would have to read it. Then they made a movie out of it = UGH! Democracy, FDR, Jasmine Crockett, JFK, Johnson, Carter, Biden, Clinton, Obama, trump is a convicted felon, trump, health care, DNC, DPI, Democratic Party, Guns, Safety, armageddon, evangelicals are nuts, Orange Caligula, From The Edge of The Great Red Divide, The Blue Island in a sea of Red, trump is a mushroom headed dick with ears. Human Decency, LGBT, Brown Children, Ice Raids,Agriculture, Farm, Farm Bill, Farmers, Corn, Soybeans, LAND!, Musk, Coup, No mass deportations,

First, The Indian Express' Dheeraj Mishra explains what led to the stampede at New Delhi Railway Station and how it could have been prevented.Next, we speak with The Indian Express' Raakhi Jagga about the controversy surrounding US deportation flights carrying Indian deportees to Punjab and why Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has accused the Centre of maligning the state.And finally, we discuss with The Indian Express' Parthasarthi Biswas the rise in crop insurance among Maharashtra's farmers as they try to protect themselves against erratic weather conditions.Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

Crop insurers recently attended the industry’s annual convention in Florida, where they committed to building on the success of crop insurance to strengthen the farm safety net. Scott Arnold is the chair of National Crop Insurance Services and president of Rain and Hail.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sales Closing Dates are quickly approaching, with February 28 and March 17 as deadlines for a majority of FMH policyholders. FMH experts Ken Ripley and Derek Watters join Dave in our 2025 Crop Insurance Decisions episode to discuss the major considerations farmers across the country need to make this year when it comes to their risk management plan.We'll cover what farmers need to know while they make their crop insurance decision for spring 2025, including:Updates to the federal programUpdates to FSA programs and how those play into crop insuranceHow to choose coverage considering current crop prices

Hello and welcome to the ZimmCast. I'm Chuck Zimmerman. In this episode I'm going to share some interviews with last week's CattleCon 2025 and CIRB Annual Mtg. I was in San Antonio while Cindy was in Bonita Springs, FL. This is definitely the busy time! So, let's get started with CattleCon. I talked with Colin Woodall, CEO, NCBA who says they were going to break 8,500 attending. Additionally, he talks about the top issues the organization is working on. Next I have Kevin Good, VP Industry Relations, CattleFax. Kevin gave a full presentation on the stage during the CattleFax session. Afterward I interviewed him to hear his outlook for cattle and beef and what is factors are impacting them. Now, I turned to CIRB. Cindy interviewed Tara Smith, Deputy Executive Vice President, CIRB. Tara talks about the need for educating new people working in the new administration and Congress about the importance of crop insurance. Finally, I have Cindy's interview with Lindsey Rinkenberger, CIRB Chairwoman, COUNTRY Financial. Lindsey started CIRB participating the Emerging Leaders program. She talks about how CIRB works with the crop insurance coalition in Washington, DC. And that's the ZimmCast for this week. I hope you enjoy it and thank you for listening.

Shay talks with Steve Johnson and Jarod Creed on pre-harvest marketing utilizing crop insurance revenue guarantees, and answers key questions we often get asked. Be sure to check out the YouTube video and email shay@agviewsolutions.com for the Simple Insurance CalculatorYouTube Video: https://youtu.be/Z_yAYkXZl_8?si=x9c6Oqf0KVy35zEr

On this episode of Agriculture Today, we'll dive into a series of reports filed by Brownfield's Meghan Grebner from the 2025 Cattle Industry Convention and Trade Show in San Antonio, Texas, a look at the spring crop insurance price that's set in February, the importance of weed management on the farm, and the push to get year-round E15 legislation across the finish line.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to our new crop insurance series! We will post episodes to help inform our listeners on everything and anything to do with crop insurance before the March deadline. Our second episode is on ECO in 2025. 

Welcome to our new crop insurance series! We will post episodes to help inform our listeners on everything and anything to do with crop insurance before the March deadline. Our fourth episode is on private products  in 2025. 

Welcome to our new crop insurance series! We will post episodes to help inform our listeners on everything and anything to do with crop insurance before the March deadline. Our third episode is on ARC vs PLC in 2025. 

Welcome to our new crop insurance series! We will post episodes to help inform our listeners on everything and anything to do with crop insurance before the March deadline. Our fifth episode is on Government Payments in 2025. 

Welcome to our new crop insurance series! We will post episodes to help inform our listeners on everything and anything to do with crop insurance before the March deadline. Our first episode is on changes in 2025. 

This week we are joined by Cooper Adams. Cooper is a senior at Mississippi State planning to go into crop insurance. We talk about everything from autonomous tractors, growing up on a farm and why insurance is so important for farmers. Hope you enjoy

On this latest episode, we'll dive into the live cattle import ban from Mexico and its impact on the markets, the potential impacts President Trump's tariff threats could have on the ag industry, the cattle industry awaiting a major report on Friday, and the importance of crop insurance for growers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hello and welcome to the ZimmCast. I'm Chuck Zimmerman. While Cindy was home during the major snow storm in Florida I was attending the Clean Fuels Conference in San Diego, CA. The weather was delightful for the conference. However, in the Pensacola, FL area there was eight to ten inches of snow, something that hasn't happened in over 150 years! But it has all melted and we're mostly back to normal. So, let's talk about clean fuels. We created a virtual ag newsroom once again for the conference that used to be named the National Biodiesel Conference. It was the first one we created many years ago. You can find that newsroom with photos, interviews and session audio right here. In this episode I'm going to share some of the interviews I did. So, let's get started. First up I interviewed Kent Engelbrecht, ADM, serving as Chairman of the Clean Fuels Alliance America. Following him is Kurt Kovarik, VP of Government Affairs, Clean Fuels; then Tom Verry, Director of Outreach and Development; and to close things up I interviewed Donnell Rehagen, CEO, Clean Fuels. In addition to the virtual ag newsroom on AgNewsWire we also posted content onto the Clean Fuels Conference Blog which you can find here. Now that I've been catching up I'm getting ready for the CattleCon 2025 working with the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. At the same time Cindy will be at the Crop Insurance and Reinsurance Bureau annual meeting. It's just that busy time of the year. So, that's the ZimmCast for now. I hope you enjoy it and thank you for listening.

We discuss the significance of crop insurance in managing risks associated with unpredictable weather and market fluctuations, highlighting the need for farmers to stay informed about policy changes and deadlines.What we learned from Bambi of Sidwell Insurance:- Crop insurance is essential for sustaining agricultural operations and stabilizing food prices amidst unpredictable conditions.- The insurance landscape has evolved, with more crops covered and increased complexity in policy procedures.- A strong relationship with crop insurance agents and the FSA is crucial for effectively navigating programs and deadlines.- Understanding written agreements is vital for crops not typically covered by standard insurance.- Proactive engagement with insurance agents can help farmers stay ahead of changing agricultural policies.- Misconceptions about "farming for insurance" are addressed, emphasizing that good management leads to better insurance outcomes.  RedDirtAgronomy.com

In this insightful episode, Billy Rose, founder of AcreShield, explores how innovation and risk management are reshaping modern farming. He breaks down how companies encourage retailers and growers to adopt new agricultural products using verified data, risk assessments, and real-world success stories. Billy highlights key traits for successful entrepreneurs and farmers, including energy, confidence, and tenacity. He dives into how AcreShield's AI-powered Yield Optimizer helps farmers improve yields and minimize risk with unbiased seed testing and performance-backed programs. Billy also explains microcaptive insurance, farmland valuation tools, and the importance of data transparency in farming. Learn how AcreShield is empowering farmers with confidence and financial security.For more information, visit AcreShield.com or OptimalAgSolutions.com. Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitConnect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/

Farm Bureau Financial Services Crop team is once again providing a Crop Insurance Update webinar – free of charge to anyone interested in attending. This webinar will be hosted by Iowa Farm Bureau on Jan. 31 at 11 am. You can register here: https://www.iowafarmbureau.com/Article/2025-Crop-Insurance-Update.

There's no doubt that farms will need to employ all types of risk management plans for 2025. When it comes to crop insurance, there's been some very recent changes that farming operations need to learn about to open up new options. Cole Patrick, Compeer director of insurance strategies, says specific changes to Supplemental Coverage Option (SCO) and Enhanced Coverage Option(ECO) may deserve a second look after recent rate adjustments. Patrick also explains how the crop insurance terrain could change over the next few months dependent on activity in Washington, D.C. There's some certainty through the end of the calendar year, but then farms will need trusted advisors like Compeer, to make sure they're not missing important updates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Jenny Ifft joins us to discuss high coverage crop insurance options available to producers, specifically SCO (Supplemental Coverage Option) and ECO (Enhanced Coverage Option). These are growing in popularity and may become more of a necessity as farmers navigate low margins with the farm economy downturn.  Resources:  SCO and ECO Payment Calculator: https://agmanager.info/crop-insurance/crop-insurance-papers-and-information/2024-supplemental-coverage-option-sco-and Dr. Ifft's Crop Insurance Presentation: https://agmanager.info/events/kansas-crop-insurance-workshop/2024-kansas-crop-insurance-presentations/high-coverage  

This week's Open Mic guest is Dr. Tom Zacharias, President of the National Crop Insurance Services. Crop insurance companies have proven effective in providing risk management resources for farmers and ranchers who have suffered losses from various extreme weather events over the past several months. He outlines many of the changes the industry has undergone and how the public-private partnership delivers quicker help for policyholders. Zacharias says companies are financially sound and ready to provide even greater tools for crop, livestock and specialty crop growers for the season ahead. 

Ryan Cooper is the founder of Bitcoin Ranch and a part of the Milkmen Farms Alliance, who is focused on the economic sustainability of small, independent food producers. He joined Vance Crowe to talk about the collapse of our economy and the challenges of trying to get ahead.Cooper discussed his transition to using Bitcoin for his farm's financial operations, highlighting its stability compared to the declining value of the U.S. dollar. He emphasized the challenges faced by American farmers, including the impact of ethanol mandates and subsidized crop insurance, which distort market conditions. Cooper also criticized the centralized control of the U.S. government and the Federal Reserve, arguing for a shift towards local control and decentralized systems. He advocated for Bitcoin as a potential solution to these issues, citing its scarcity and potential to stabilize economic value over time.https://milkmenfarmsalliance.com/about-ushttps://www.legacyinterviews.comFor 15% off pay with Bitcoin: https://www.legacyinterviews.com/bitcoin

What does the future look like for agriculture and crop insurance after the recent U.S. election? Hear insights from new InsureCast host, FMH's Dave DeCapp, and special guest Tara Smith in the latest episode of FMH InsureCast.What 2024 election results mean for agriculture and the Farm BillPotential new faces in ag leadership, and the impacts to crop insuranceCIRB's current messaging to the U.S. House and Senate Ag Committees 

Harvest prices are set for crop insurance. ARC and PLC payments are out for 2023. Farm Bill and Farm Act overview. Election is next week. Do soybeans care?

In this special episode of The Dirt, Mike Howell is joined by Georgia Farm Bureau President Tom McCall to delve into the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on Georgia's agricultural sector. Tune in as they explore the challenges faced by farmers in the aftermath of this natural disaster, including crop destruction, infrastructure damage, and economic losses.   For more information on how you can help, or to donate to Georgia farmers, visit https://supportgeorgiafarmers.org. The Weathered But Strong: Hurricane Relief Fund is a cross-industry fundraising initiative aimed at supporting Georgia farmers impacted by Hurricane Helene. The fund will provide direct assistance for agricultural losses, including damages to crops, livestock, and farm infrastructure. 100% of the funds raised will go toward farmers in need in Georgia.   Looking for the latest in crop nutrition research? Visit nutrien-ekonomics.com   Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NutrieneKonomics

In this episode, we're spotlighting crop insurance and how it can fit in your farm's risk management strategy. Brian Frieden, director of the Springfield regional office of the USDA's Risk Management Agency, and Lisa Holscher, director of the Conservation Cropping Systems Initiative (CCSI), discuss how crop insurance rules apply to soil health systems and farmers who are implementing soil health systems or raising organic crops. This episode of the HAT Soil Health Podcast is brought to you by the Conservation Cropping Systems Initiative. You can learn more about their efforts and see a schedule of events at ccsin.org.

The landscape in crop insurance is constantly changing. Hear from FMH's expert staff about trends that will affect farmers' risk management decisions in the latest InsureCast episode. Plus, tune in for a special note from longtime InsureCast host, FMH's Ryan Benes! 

In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, host Stewart Alsop is joined by Zach Rynes, known online as "Chainlink God," a community liaison for Chainlink. The conversation explores the critical role of Chainlink as a decentralized oracle network that connects blockchain-based smart contracts to real-world data, enhancing their functionality and enabling applications in DeFi, cross-chain interoperability, and beyond. The episode also touches on the broader implications of smart contracts for the legal system and the potential for blockchain technology to revolutionize financial markets globally, with a focus on developing countries and regions like Hong Kong. You can connect with Zach on Twitter at ChainLinkGod.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversation!Timestamps00:00 Introduction to the Crazy Wisdom Podcast00:25 Understanding Chainlink's Role in Blockchain02:40 Interoperability and Its Impact on Cryptocurrency05:10 Tokenization and Its Benefits07:19 Chainlink's Global Influence and Future Prospects09:51 Chainlink's Value Proposition and Investment Case13:16 Exploring Oracle Networks and Computation Layers23:07 Government Adoption and Future of Web326:20 China's Stance on Crypto27:14 Crypto as an Alternative Financial System28:41 Blockchain's Role in Developing Nations29:51 Argentina and the AI Revolution30:26 Understanding Chainlink31:32 Challenges in Explaining Blockchain to Governments32:13 Chainlink's Connectivity and Interoperability33:27 Argentina's Economic Challenges36:09 Personal Journey into Crypto40:12 Smart Contracts and the Legal System46:32 Future of Crypto Regulations49:12 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsKey InsightsChainlink as a Connectivity Solution: Chainlink plays a pivotal role in the blockchain ecosystem by serving as a decentralized oracle network, enabling smart contracts to access real-world data that blockchains inherently lack. This connectivity is crucial for the functionality of decentralized finance (DeFi) applications, particularly for providing reliable price data, cross-chain interoperability, and other external inputs that smart contracts need to execute properly.The Evolution of Blockchain Use Cases: While Chainlink initially focused on DeFi and price data, the platform has expanded its use cases significantly. Chainlink now facilitates cross-chain asset transfers, connects institutional systems to blockchain networks, and supports various forms of tokenization, including assets like debt and equities. This evolution highlights the broad applicability of blockchain technology beyond its original financial use cases.Smart Contracts and Legal Systems: Smart contracts have the potential to transform the legal system by automating agreements that can be objectively verified through data. While not a replacement for traditional legal frameworks, smart contracts can reduce the need for court arbitration by ensuring that certain contractual conditions are met programmatically, thereby lowering transaction costs and increasing trust in digital agreements.Challenges of Blockchain Adoption in Developing Countries: Developing nations, often constrained by fragmented financial systems and lack of infrastructure, stand to benefit significantly from blockchain technology. Chainlink and similar platforms offer these countries a way to leapfrog traditional financial systems by creating more liquid and accessible capital markets, facilitating international trade, and providing a more transparent and trustless system for transactions.Regulatory Barriers and Institutional Involvement: The adoption of blockchain technology by institutions is currently hampered by regulatory uncertainty. Despite the clear economic benefits, such as increased liquidity and reduced operating costs, institutions are often restricted by laws that have not yet adapted to the realities of digital assets and smart contracts. The hope is that as the financial benefits become undeniable, regulations will evolve to support broader blockchain adoption.The Role of Chainlink in Computation: Beyond data, Chainlink is also positioning itself as a computational resource for blockchain networks. Through its Functions service, Chainlink allows developers to run decentralized computations off-chain, which can then be integrated into smart contracts. This approach complements on-chain processing by offering privacy and efficiency benefits, making it an essential part of the blockchain infrastructure.The Global Race for Blockchain Leadership: Countries like Hong Kong and Singapore are emerging as leaders in the global blockchain race, driven by more favorable regulatory environments. These regions are capitalizing on the hesitation of Western nations like the U.S., which have been slower to embrace blockchain due to regulatory challenges. As these Asian markets grow, they could set a precedent for other nations to follow, making blockchain a central pillar of the global financial system.