Podcasts about farm credit system

We get creative in this episode and discuss specific examples of how farmers are approaching their neighbors with mutually beneficial business ideas. The first part identifies the opportunities and after the break, we discuss how to approach the opportunities. Dairy Stream host, Joanna Guza, and guest, Steve Schwoerer discuss the following topics:  Defining neighbors Why this has become more popular High-level overview of farm and neighbor relationships Crop purchase agreements Land leasing agreements Investor opportunities Conservation efforts with your neighbors Outside professional support Legal and financial items What situation is the most successful Challenges Future topics in this space This episode is brought to you by the Compeer Financial. About the guest Steve Schwoerer is the Vice President of Dairy Lending at Compeer Financial. His primary role is to provide industry expertise and advice to the largest dairy farm clients of Compeer Financial. He has been an account officer for dairy clients in the Farm Credit System for more than 38 years. Steve graduated with a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater. Steve is also a member of the Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Dairy Business Association.  Resources Connect with Steve Agricultural Financing resources Agricultural Businesses resources Compeer Financial is proud partner of Dairy Stream.  Learn more about Dairy Stream sponsorship. This podcast is produced by the Voice of Milk, a collaboration of individual dairy organizations working to improve the future of dairy farm families. Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

The Dairy Streamlet is a condensed version of a long Dairy Stream episode and covers the high-level points of the conversation. If this topic interest you, then listen to the full episode on May 21. Our guest helps farms get creative with improving their business by maximizing neighbor relationships. Dairy Stream host Joanna Guza and guest Steve Schwoerer discuss the list of opportunities, what is the most successful, outside professional support, challenges and future topics in this space. This episode is brought to you by the Compeer Financial. About the guest Steve Schwoerer is the Vice President of Dairy Lending at Compeer Financial. His primary role is to provide industry expertise and advice to the largest dairy farm clients of Compeer Financial. He has been an account officer for dairy clients in the Farm Credit System for more than 38 years. Steve graduated with a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater. Steve is also a member of the Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Dairy Business Association.  Compeer Financial is proud partner of Dairy Stream.  Learn more about Dairy Stream sponsorship. This podcast is produced by the Voice of Milk, a collaboration of individual dairy organizations working to improve the future of dairy farm families. Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

May is Mental Health Month. Ben Jarboe finds out what the Farm Credit System is doing to make resources available for farmers and their families. Christy Seyfert, the President and CEO of the Farm Credit Council in Washington D.C. tells him they recognize the unique struggles that farmers and their families may be facing. Yes, there is a chance of rain in the forecast. Pretty good timing considering all the acres that have already been planted in Wisconsin. Stu Muck shares the outlook. Weather is an important issue everyday in Wisconsin. From what you wear, to where you plant - it's part of the conversation. Now Wisconsinites have access to a newly enhanced network of weather stations that dot the state. Pam Jahnke takes a trip to Arlington to find out about the expansion of the Wisconet with Chris Vagasky, UW Meteorologist that's helping assemble the network. Meanwhile eyes continue to focus on potential cuts to programs and personnel that farms may depend on. Stephanie Hoff gets the perspective of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture. NASDA, advocates for state ag agencies in Washington D.C. One of the things it's pushing for in Congress is for states to get more support to tackle animal disease outbreaks and carry out prevention measures. A primary example is testing milk for highly pathogenic avian influenza, says Becky Garrison Warfel, director of public policy for NASDA. Markets have cooled since the announcement that China and U.S. were relaxing tariffs. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing in West Bend talks with Pam Jahnke about where traders' attention is focused today. Monday gave us the first glimpse of what farmers will be planting in the World Ag Supply Demand Estimates (WASDE). Heinberg says that was the real driver on where corn and beans went Monday, and where cattle could be going this week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Farm Credit System has experienced many changes in recent decades to better support rural America. Todd Van Hoose, retiring president and CEO of the Farm Credit Council, discussed the viability of lenders in 2025 and looked back at a historic farm bill advocacy push. Christy Seyfert will succeed Van Hoose in January.Then, The Russell Group's Jessica Schulken and John Weber from Monument Advocacy discuss the potential impacts of DOGE and what influence RFK Jr. may have on the food and agriculture industries.Want to receive Newsmakers in your inbox every week? Sign up! http://eepurl.com/hTgSAD

The Farm Credit System reported that combined net income was relatively stable at $1.98 billion for the third quarter of 2024, as compared with $2 billion for the third quarter of 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our topic today can take years to establish and requires continuous involvement from both parties. Dairy Stream host Joanna Guza and guest Bill Oppriecht of Compeer Financial examine the relationship between a dairy producer and processor and identify how to better understand each other's needs, challenges, collaboration areas, growing pains and how to best communicate. Joanna and Bill discuss the following topics: How dairy processor and producer relationships have evolved Better understand each other's needs Understand challenges Who should be involved Collaboration areas Disconnects in the dairy chain Growing pains Advice for improving the relationship Special thanks to Compeer Financial for sponsoring this episode. About the guest: Bill Oppriecht is a senior dairy lending specialist at Compeer Financial. He has been part of the Farm Credit System for more than 11 years, with the last six years focusing specifically on dairy operations. Bill grew up on a small dairy farm and uses that background to help support dairy producers in southern Wisconsin. Bill graduated from University of Wisconsin-Platteville, double majoring in ag business and animal science with a dairy emphasis.  He is a member of Dairy Business Association, Professional Dairy Producers, Farm Bureau and the Wisconsin Holstein Association. Bill resides in southwestern Wisconsin with his wife, Heidi, and two sons, Alex and Evan.   Resources: Bill's contact information Oppriecht@compeer.com Sustainability in dairy processing: A changing landscape Examining processor relationships This podcast is co-produced by the Dairy Business Association and Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, sister organizations that fight for effective dairy policy in Wisconsin and Washington, D.C.  Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com.  Attend Dairy Strong on Jan. 15-16 in Green Bay, Wisconsin to hear from inspiring speakers and experts on policy, sustainability and the future of dairy. This year's event kicks-off with the return of Tailgate on the Tundra at Lambeau, followed by a jammed pack day of breakout sessions, and networking opportunities and concludes with an evening celebrating award winners and DBA's 25th Anniversary! Learn more and register at dairystrong.org.

The Dairy Streamlet is a condensed version of a long Dairy Stream episode and covers the high-level points of the conversation. If this topic interest you, then listen to the full episode on Sept. 18. Dairy Stream host Joanna Guza and guest Bill Oppriecht of Compeer Financial examine the relationship between a dairy producer and processor and identify how to better understand each other's needs, challenges, collaboration areas, growing pains and how to best communicate. Special thanks to Compeer Financial for sponsoring this episode. About the guest: Bill Oppriecht is a senior dairy lending specialist at Compeer Financial. He has been part of the Farm Credit System for more than 11 years, with the last six years focusing specifically on dairy operations. Bill grew up on a small dairy farm and uses that background to help support dairy producers in southern Wisconsin. Bill graduated from University of Wisconsin-Platteville, double majoring in ag business and animal science with a dairy emphasis.  He is a member of Dairy Business Association, Professional Dairy Producers, Farm Bureau and the Wisconsin Holstein Association. Bill resides in southwestern Wisconsin with his wife, Heidi, and two sons, Alex and Evan.   Resources: Bill's contact information Oppriecht@compeer.com Sustainability in dairy processing: A changing landscape Examining processor relationships This podcast is co-produced by the Dairy Business Association and Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, sister organizations that fight for effective dairy policy in Wisconsin and Washington, D.C.  Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com.  Attend Dairy Strong on Jan. 15-16 in Green Bay, Wisconsin to hear from inspiring speakers and experts on policy, sustainability and the future of dairy. This year's event kicks-off with the return of Tailgate on the Tundra at Lambeau, followed by a jammed pack day of breakout sessions, and networking opportunities and concludes with an evening celebrating award winners and DBA's 25th Anniversary! Learn more and register at dairystrong.org.

Does milk price play a role in appraisal values? What other outside factors impact values of properties? Join Dairy Stream host Joanna Guza and guest Jade Kruschke, certified appraiser with Compeer Financial, as they discuss the basics of understanding appraisals and outside factors that impact property values. Topics include: Role of an appraiser Three approaches to value Mistakes or misconceptions Frequency of appraisals Appraiser experiences and knowledge of agriculture What affects value of properties How milk price impacts appraised values Including the next generation Special thanks to Compeer Financial for sponsoring this episode. About the guest: Jade Kruschke, Certified Appraiser, Compeer Financial Jade graduated from Missouri Southern State University with a degree in Accounting and Management. She joined the Farm Credit System in 2016 and obtained her Wisconsin Certified General Appraiser license in 2019. She uses her knowledge and agricultural experience to assist clients with their valuation and real estate needs. Jade works primarily in Northwestern Wisconsin and specializes in dairy, grain, irrigated tracts, general and improved farms, recreational, residential and transitional properties. Jade lives in New Richmond, WI with her husband and son on the family farm.  Resource: www.compeer.com/appraisal  This podcast is co-produced by the Dairy Business Association and Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, sister organizations that fight for effective dairy policy in Wisconsin and Washington, D.C.  Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

The Dairy Streamlet is a condensed version of a long Dairy Stream episode and covers the high-level points of the conversation. If this topic interest you, then listen to the full episode on June 5. We cover the basics of appraisals and what outside factors impact property values. Dairy Stream host Joanna Guza and guest Jade Kruschke, certified appraiser with Compeer Financial, cover the role of an appraiser, common misconceptions, outside factors that impact property values and what Jade's keeping an eye in the appraiser world. Special thanks to Compeer Financial for sponsoring this episode. About the guest: Jade Kruschke, Certified Appraiser, Compeer Financial Jade graduated from Missouri Southern State University with a degree in Accounting and Management. She joined the Farm Credit System in 2016 and obtained her Wisconsin Certified General Appraiser license in 2019. She uses her knowledge and agricultural experience to assist clients with their valuation and real estate needs. Jade works primarily in Northwestern Wisconsin and specializes in dairy, grain, irrigated tracts, general and improved farms, recreational, residential and transitional properties. Jade lives in New Richmond, WI with her husband and son on the family farm.  Resource: www.compeer.com/appraisal  This podcast is co-produced by the Dairy Business Association and Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, sister organizations that fight for effective dairy policy in Wisconsin and Washington, D.C.  Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing podcast@dairyforward.com. 

The Farm Credit Administration received a quarterly report on economic issues affecting agriculture and an update on the financial condition and performance of the Farm Credit System.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to the report, inflation remains elevated in certain sectors of the economy despite interest rate hikes and supply chain improvements.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Farm Credit Administration recently received a quarterly update on economic issues affecting agriculture as well as an update on the performance of the Farm Credit System through 2022.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of AgCredit Said It, we welcome AgCredit CEO and president, Brian Ricker back to the show to discuss the Farm Credit System, cooperatives, patronage, and much more. Show Notes: https://www.agcredit.net/news/episode-31-what-cooperative-brian-ricker Connect with AgCredit on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Share questions and topic ideas with us: Email podcast@agcredit.net  

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CoBank is the largest lender in agriculture in the United States. Many co-ops are clients as part of the Farm Credit System. They see what's happening in the agricultural supply chain almost in real-time. What goes up, will likely come down and supplies today may quickly be eaten up by demand. Tanner Ehmke is an economist for CoBank and specializes in dairy and specialty crops. COVID-19 has impacted nearly everything in the last year and will continue to do so.

The animal protein markets are very strong at the moment, given robust consumer demand for meat, milk and eggs, both in the domestic and export markets. The question then becomes how long that demand might hold if inflationary pressures dampen spending at some point in the coming year, or how additional COVID-related challenges such a surge in variant-fueled infections – and any new lockdowns or restrictions – might throw a wrench in the system.In this episode we talk with Brian Earnest, a protein analyst with CoBank, the national cooperative financial institution focused on rural America as part of the Farm Credit System. Earnest describes the current macroeconomic situation, including his insights on inflation and his level of concern about the prospect of rising prices in the year ahead. We also discuss the prospects for continued consumer demand, and what a resurgence of COVID might do to the U.S. meat industry.Run  of Show0:00 Welcome to the show!1:09 Brian Earnest explains that in the current markets, "a rising tide  lifts all boats"2:00 What about inflation? How concerned should beef producers be about inflation?3:58 Consumers seem to be relatively happy to pay higher prices for beef at retail at the moment, but how much more are they willing to pay?6:08 Earnest discusses the general state of the domestic economy, from jobs and unemployment to overall consumer spending.8:40 What about pork and poultry? Earnest discusses how the outlook is similar and different from the beef market.11:29 Let's dive into alternative proteins! Should beef producers be concerned about the rise of alternatives?For more information on this and other stories, visit Feedstuffs online.Follow Feedstuffs on Twitter @Feedstuffs, or join the conversation via Facebook. 

Rodney Patterson is one of the nation’s most effective and engaging diversity and inclusion facilitators. He served as the chief curriculum designer and lead facilitator for the Learner’s Group’s successful NCAA advanced diversity education programs. Mr. Patterson’s numerous corporate roles include his former position as Corporate Diversity Officer for CoBank and Diversity Resource to Farm Credit System’s four largest Banks. Mr. Patterson also held the position of Assistant to the Vice President for Multicultural Development and Director of Racial Ethnic Student Affairs for Michigan State University, where he designed and oversaw the implementation of a comprehensive diversity and inclusion model that successfully served MSU’s entire campus enterprise. He served in a similar capacity at the University of Vermont. Mr. Patterson has had the privilege of serving as a consultant and facilitator for training and development for several Fortune 500, like included General Mills, Bank of America and Mercer. Mr. Patterson has also worked with professional sports franchises, the NFL’s San Francisco 49ers, and the NBA’s Denver Nuggets, on diversity matters. His consulting services with professional sports organizations ranged from working with the team’s ownership and executive management to coaches, staff, and the professional athletes themselves. Mr. Patterson serves on the Board of Directors at Madonna University, the Agriculture Futures of America, and the Denver Seminary. Mr. Patterson has been certified as a trainer/facilitator with several major companies including ProGroup, Inc., Advanced Research Management Corporation (ARMC), Stir Fry Seminars, and Carlson Learning Company. In addition to his work in higher education, Mr. Patterson also served as the Assistant to the Mayor of Burlington, Vermont, Vermont’s largest city.

In 1987, when Congress voted to keep the Farm Credit System going with an infusion of funds, a contingency was that each of the system institutions needed to have a young, beginner and small farmer program. With the average age of the U.S. farmer pegged at 57.5 years, that young, beginner and small farmer program is a particular focus of the current chairman of the Farm Credit Administration.In this episode, Feedstuffs  editor Jacqui Fatka talks with Farm Credit Administration Chairman and CEO Glen Smith, an Iowa farmer who has led the regulatory arm of the federal Farm Credit apparatus since 2017. Smith said he sees a common theme in successful young and beginning farmer programs: a good relationship with the Farm Service Agency (FSA), in particular with regard to access to that agency’s guaranteed loan programs for beginning farmers.RELATED STORY: FSA, Farm Credit Administration refocus on younger farmersThis episode is sponsored by Hog Slat; from cleanup to startup, we're here to supply the products you need.  As close as your local Hog Slat store or order online at www.hogslat.com. For more information on this and other stories, visit  Feedstuffs  online.Follow Feedstuffs on Twitter @Feedstuffs, or join the conversation via Facebook.

Tim Knesek is the Capital Farm Credit Market President for the Houston Sales Region which is made up of 14 lending offices located within the Southeastern part of Texas. Tim began his career with the Farm Credit System in 1987 working in the South Texas market area before moving to the La Grange office in 1995 where he focused on lending in the Houston/San Antonio/Austin triangle. In January 2020, Tim began leading the 14-office sales team which serves the Houston Market footprint. Tim obtained his undergraduate and his graduate degrees from Texas A&M University. Tim and his wife Susan live on their small farm near La Grange and have two adult daughters, Jordan and Madison. Both daughters, and grandson Hudson, have enjoyed many hours with Tim sharing his love for the outdoors. Dennis M. "Mike" Tippit is a Regional VP of Sales with Capital Farm Credit in the Houston Market Area. Mr. Tippit is a 24 year veteran of the Farm Credit System starting out as a Summer Intern at the Farm Credit Bank of Texas in 1996 and eventually becoming a full-time employee later that year with Capital Farm Credit after earning a Bachelor's Degree from Texas A&M University. Mr. Tippit earned an M.B.A. in Finance from the University of Texas at San Antonio in 2004. He has worked in and/or led lending teams in 10 different offices in South and Southeast Texas during his tenure with Capital Farm Credit. Mr. Tippit's area of expertise is in long term real estate lending, particularly in urban markets. He lives in Katy, Texas with his wife, Stephanie, and their 4-year-old daughter, Sara.

Objectives: - Discuss elements leadership, building trust, and getting results- Explore how is leadership is lived out in a professional environment- Inspire listeners to take steps toward greater trust and greater resultsParticipant Bios:- Jake Harriman is the founder and CEO of Nuru International, a US-based social venture that empowers individuals living in remote and rural areas to combat extreme poverty in their communities.Jake was inspired to found Nuru after being faced with the effects of extreme poverty in war-torn regions of the world during four tours of duty in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. There, Jake witnessed the most severe levels of poverty and developed a deeply-held belief that many 21st century ills including terrorism and occupation can only be eradicated by ending extreme poverty. A Bronze Star-recipient and Stanford University Graduate School of Business alum, Harriman has been honored as a White House as a “Champion of Change,” selected as a Dalai Lama “Unsung Hero of Compassion,” and featured in profile pieces by Forbes, The Huffington Post, ABC News, and more. Jake is a graduate of the Presidential Leadership Scholars Class of 2015 and discusses his inspiring journey to found Nuru, equipping leaders to take charge of their own destinies and communities, and unlocking innovative approaches to age-old problems.Born in rural West Virginia, Harriman attended the US Naval Academy before serving seven and a half years as an Infantry and Special Operations Platoon Commander in the Marine Corps. He led four operational deployments, including counter-terror operations in the Horn of Africa and two tours of Iraq. Jake’s experiences in combat convinced him that the “War on Terror” would not be won on the battlefield alone—and that the coordinates of someone’s birth place should not dictate the opportunities they are presented with throughout the course of their life. Jake left military life to enroll at Stanford where, with the assistance of roughly 30 peers and professors, investments from Silicon Valley, and donations from around the world, he moved to Kenya and founded Nuru International.Nuru operates in the poorest districts of Kenya and Ethiopia and focuses on four major areas of need: hunger, economic shocks, preventable diseases, and quality education. Based on thorough research of the successes and failures of the last 50 years of international aid relief, Nuru’s programs have to date enabled over 130,000 people to lift themselves out of extreme poverty through programs aimed at increasing crop yield, introducing entrepreneurs to new markets and capital, and counseling local leaders on modern educational and medicinal advancements. Nuru’s ultimate goal is to create a thorough roadmap to eradicating poverty that can be shared with NGOs worldwide. Nuru’s latest project is in far northeast Nigeria in former Islamic State West Africa Province and Boko Haram caliphate territory.From 2017 to 2019, Jake helped draft, introduce, and work to pass groundbreaking new legislation called the Global Fragility Act of 2019, which will equip America with new authorities and resources to prevent conflict and stabilize some of the most fragile regions of the world that pose a growing threat to US and global security.- Phil DiPofi has served as President and CEO of Northwest Farm Credit Services since January 2011. Northwest FCS has over 700 employees in 45 locations serving more than 16,000 customer-members throughout Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. He also serves as the Vice Chair on the Board of Directors for Farm Credit Financial Partners, Inc., and is a member of the Farm Credit System’s President’s Planning Committee.Phil formerly served as Chief Banking Officer at CoBank, where he was responsible for all of the bank’s strategic banking functions, including Agribusiness, Direct Lending with Farm Credit Associations, Rural Infrastructure, Leasing, and Banking Services. Prior to joining CoBank, Phil served in a variety of executive positions for two national commercial banks.Phil earned his bachelor’s degree from the State University College of New York at Buffalo, and his master’s in business administration with a concentration in accounting from Niagara University. As a lifetime learner, Phil continues to advance his learning and development. He is currently participating in Gonzaga’s Graduate Program in Organizational Leadership and in the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Advanced Certificate for Executives. He also serves on Gonzaga University’s School of Leadership Studies Advisory Board.Phil and his wife, Jodi reside in Spokane, Washington and have three grown children and two grandchildren.- Scott Linklater is a native of rural Washington having grown up in the heart of apple and cherry country in Okanogan.  Scott has earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Washington State University, a master’s degree in adult education from the University of Idaho, and a doctorate degree in Leadership Studies from Gonzaga University.  Scott is a learning and development practitioner with experience directing training efforts at Monte Carlo Resort & Casino in Las Vegas and Red Lion Hotels Corporation. Currently, Scott is the Vice President – Learning Design at Northwest Farm Credit Services. Scott has published books and academic research with a focus on leadership, employment, organizational development and trust in business. Copyright © 2020 Northwest Farm Credit Services. All Rights Reserved.

Objectives: - Discuss elements of the “engaged” portion of Northwest FCS framework- Illustrate the importance of engagement for effective leadership- Explore practical elements of living an engaged lifeParticipant Bios:- Jon Clifton is the Global Managing Partner of Gallup, an advisory firm that specializes in big data analytics of employees, customers, students and citizens. Jon’s mission is to help 7 billion citizens be heard on their most pressing work and life issues through the Gallup World Poll, a 100-year initiative spanning 150 countries.Jon is a nonresident Senior Fellow at Baylor University’s Institute for Studies of Religion. He serves on the board at Gallup, Meridian International Center, StreetWise Partners and Findyr.Because of his expertise, Jon has been interviewed on BBC News, C-SPAN’s Washington Journal, and Al-Jazeera, and has testified in front of the U.S. Congress on the state of American small business and entrepreneurship. He is a frequent contributor on Gallup.com and has written for The Hill, The Diplomatic Courier and The Global Action Report.Jon received a bachelor’s degree in political science and history from the University of Michigan and a Juris Doctor in international law from the University of Nebraska. He was awarded an honorary doctorate in humane letters from Midland University.- Phil DiPofi has served as President and CEO of Northwest Farm Credit Services since January 2011. Northwest FCS has over 700 employees in 45 locations serving more than 16,000 customer-members throughout Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. He also serves as the Vice Chair on the Board of Directors for Farm Credit Financial Partners, Inc., and is a member of the Farm Credit System’s President’s Planning Committee.Phil formerly served as Chief Banking Officer at CoBank, where he was responsible for all of the bank’s strategic banking functions, including Agribusiness, Direct Lending with Farm Credit Associations, Rural Infrastructure, Leasing, and Banking Services. Prior to joining CoBank, Phil served in a variety of executive positions for two national commercial banks.Phil earned his bachelor’s degree from the State University College of New York at Buffalo, and his master’s in business administration with a concentration in accounting from Niagara University. As a lifetime learner, Phil continues to advance his learning and development. He is currently participating in Gonzaga’s Graduate Program in Organizational Leadership and in the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Advanced Certificate for Executives. He also serves on Gonzaga University’s School of Leadership Studies Advisory Board.Phil and his wife, Jodi reside in Spokane, Washington and have three grown children and two grandchildren.- Scott Linklater is a native of rural Washington having grown up in the heart of apple and cherry country in Okanogan.  Scott has earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Washington State University, a master’s degree in adult education from the University of Idaho, and a doctorate degree in Leadership Studies from Gonzaga University.  Scott is a learning and development practitioner with experience directing training efforts at Monte Carlo Resort & Casino in Las Vegas and Red Lion Hotels Corporation. Currently, Scott is the Vice President – Learning Design at Northwest Farm Credit Services. Scott has published books and academic research with a focus on leadership, employment, organizational development and trust in business. Copyright © 2019 Northwest Farm Credit Services. All Rights Reserved.

Objectives: - Explore Northwest FCS approach to leadership- Discuss the choice to conduct internal research- Review leadership frameworkParticipant Bios:- Michael Stolp earned his bachelor’s degree in agricultural business from Washington State University and his master’s degree in agricultural economics from Purdue University. Prior to Northwest FCS, Michael’s professional experiences included work with Cargill and Cenex/Land O’Lakes. Today, Michael is Northwest FCS’ Senior Vice President of Learning and Development, leading the company’s customer learning, employee learning, customer engagement research and family business resources.As a family business consultant, Michael helps businesses strengthen communication, enhance management and business planning, develop successors and transition assets. His experience with family business is grounded in his family’s third-generation farm and ranch in Sprague, Washington. With over 16 years of experience in family business consulting, Michael blends lessons learned with an appreciation for farm, ranch and agribusiness perspectives throughout the Northwest. Michael is a member of the Family Firm Institute and the American Society for Agricultural Consultants, a faculty member of The Executive Program for Agricultural Producers (TEPAP) and holds a Certificate in Family Business Advising. He and his wife live in Spokane with their daughter and son.- Phil DiPofi has served as President and CEO of Northwest Farm Credit Services since January 2011. Northwest FCS has over 700 employees in 45 locations serving more than 16,000 customer-members throughout Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. He also serves as the Vice Chair on the Board of Directors for Farm Credit Financial Partners, Inc., and is a member of the Farm Credit System’s President’s Planning Committee.Phil formerly served as Chief Banking Officer at CoBank, where he was responsible for all of the bank’s strategic banking functions, including Agribusiness, Direct Lending with Farm Credit Associations, Rural Infrastructure, Leasing, and Banking Services. Prior to joining CoBank, Phil served in a variety of executive positions for two national commercial banks.Phil earned his bachelor’s degree from the State University College of New York at Buffalo, and his master’s in business administration with a concentration in accounting from Niagara University. As a lifetime learner, Phil continues to advance his learning and development. He is currently participating in Gonzaga’s Graduate Program in Organizational Leadership and in the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Advanced Certificate for Executives. He also serves on Gonzaga University’s School of Leadership Studies Advisory Board.Phil and his wife, Jodi reside in Spokane, Washington and have three grown children and two grandchildren.- Scott Linklater is a native of rural Washington having grown up in the heart of apple and cherry country in Okanogan.  Scott has earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Washington State University, a master’s degree in adult education from the University of Idaho, and a doctorate degree in Leadership Studies from Gonzaga University.  Scott is a learning and development practitioner with experience directing training efforts at Monte Carlo Resort & Casino in Las Vegas and Red Lion Hotels Corporation. Currently, Scott is the Vice President – Learning Design at Northwest Farm Credit Services. Scott has published books and academic research with a focus on leadership, employment, organizational development and trust in business. Copyright © 2019 Northwest Farm Credit Services. All Rights Reserved.

Objectives: - Discuss elements of courage in the workplace- Explore how is lived out in a professional environment- Inspire listeners to be more courageousParticipant Bios:- Kevin Parker is an entrepreneur, former politician and a former advisor to a member of Congress and teaches in leadership studies at Whitworth University in Spokane, Washington. A Fellow at the Aspen Institute, he was also a facilitator (assistant professor) at Harvard University and served as a state representative in the Washington State Legislature for four terms. Perhaps most notably, he is a survivor of the shooting at Columbine High School in 1999.Kevin owns nine Dutch Bros. Coffee locations in the Spokane region and oversees 200 employees.He also coaches clients to further develop their leadership skills, strategic growth plan and culture within their organizations. His clients range from higher profile individuals to budding entrepreneurs. He works with several CEOs and companies in creating a servant-led culture and leading through different generations.Kevin has won more than 30 leadership awards including Washington State Citizen of the Year, the Community Trustee Award from Leadership Spokane and the Agora Award, and received a commendation from the United States Congress.His thoughts and approach to servant-leadership have been published in the International Journal of Servant Leadership.He is currently working on his doctorate degree in Leadership Studies from Gonzaga University. - Phil DiPofi has served as President and CEO of Northwest Farm Credit Services since January 2011. Northwest FCS has over 700 employees in 45 locations serving more than 16,000 customer-members throughout Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. He also serves as the Vice Chair on the Board of Directors for Farm Credit Financial Partners, Inc., and is a member of the Farm Credit System’s President’s Planning Committee.Phil formerly served as Chief Banking Officer at CoBank, where he was responsible for all of the bank’s strategic banking functions, including Agribusiness, Direct Lending with Farm Credit Associations, Rural Infrastructure, Leasing, and Banking Services. Prior to joining CoBank, Phil served in a variety of executive positions for two national commercial banks.Phil earned his bachelor’s degree from the State University College of New York at Buffalo, and his master’s in business administration with a concentration in accounting from Niagara University. As a lifetime learner, Phil continues to advance his learning and development. He is currently participating in Gonzaga’s Graduate Program in Organizational Leadership and in the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Advanced Certificate for Executives. He also serves on Gonzaga University’s School of Leadership Studies Advisory Board.Phil and his wife, Jodi reside in Spokane, Washington and have three grown children and two grandchildren.- Scott Linklater is a native of rural Washington having grown up in the heart of apple and cherry country in Okanogan.  Scott has earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Washington State University, a master’s degree in adult education from the University of Idaho, and a doctorate degree in Leadership Studies from Gonzaga University.  Scott is a learning and development practitioner with experience directing training efforts at Monte Carlo Resort & Casino in Las Vegas and Red Lion Hotels Corporation. Currently, Scott is the Vice President – Learning Design at Northwest Farm Credit Services. Scott has published books and academic research with a focus on leadership, employment, organizational development and trust in business. Copyright © 2019 Northwest Farm Credit Services. All Rights Reserved.

Objectives: - Introduce basic concepts of servant leadership- Discuss implications of practicing elements of servant leadership at Northwest FCS- Explore impacts on employees and customersParticipant Bios:- Dr. Mike Carey came to Gonzaga University in 1987 to teach in and direct the newly created Organizational Leadership graduate program. In 2004, he was instrumental in making the master’s degree available to students through online and hybrid courses. In 2012 he was appointed the first Dean of the Virtual Campus at Gonzaga University, and served in that position for five years.Before coming to Gonzaga , Dr. Carey served as a teacher, campus minister and vice principal at Catholic secondary schools in Los Angeles and Spokane over a period of 13 years. He received his bachelor’s degree in English from Loyola Marymount University, and both his M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in educational leadership from Gonzaga University. He has published articles and books on the topics of transforming leadership and servant-leadership, and has served as a consultant for a variety of organizations.Dr. Carey and his wife have been married for 45 years and have five daughters, all alumnae of Gonzaga Preparatory School and Gonzaga University.- Phil DiPofi has served as President and CEO of Northwest Farm Credit Services since January 2011. Northwest FCS has over 700 employees in 45 locations serving more than 16,000 customer-members throughout Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. He also serves as the Vice Chair on the Board of Directors for Farm Credit Financial Partners, Inc., and is a member of the Farm Credit System’s President’s Planning Committee.Phil formerly served as Chief Banking Officer at CoBank, where he was responsible for all of the bank’s strategic banking functions, including Agribusiness, Direct Lending with Farm Credit Associations, Rural Infrastructure, Leasing, and Banking Services. Prior to joining CoBank, Phil served in a variety of executive positions for two national commercial banks.Phil earned his bachelor’s degree from the State University College of New York at Buffalo, and his master’s in business administration with a concentration in accounting from Niagara University. As a lifetime learner, Phil continues to advance his learning and development. He is currently participating in Gonzaga’s Graduate Program in Organizational Leadership and in the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Advanced Certificate for Executives. He also serves on Gonzaga University’s School of Leadership Studies Advisory Board.Phil and his wife, Jodi reside in Spokane, Washington and have three grown children and two grandchildren.- Scott Linklater is a native of rural Washington having grown up in the heart of apple and cherry country in Okanogan.  Scott has earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Washington State University, a master’s degree in adult education from the University of Idaho, and a doctorate degree in Leadership Studies from Gonzaga University.  Scott is a learning and development practitioner with experience directing training efforts at Monte Carlo Resort & Casino in Las Vegas and Red Lion Hotels Corporation. Currently, Scott is the Vice President – Learning Design at Northwest Farm Credit Services. Scott has published books and academic research with a focus on leadership, employment, organizational development and trust in business. Copyright © 2019 Northwest Farm Credit Services. All Rights Reserved.

Objectives: - Review the business reasons for self-awareness- Discuss the impact of self-awareness on one’s leadership- Explore tools and tactics for gaining self-awarenessParticipant Bios:- Gemma Roberts is the founder of Kona Coaching (Resilience Edge®), a business psychology consultancy that helps organizations and individuals enhance resilience and leadership skills. She’s also the founder of the Career Compass Club®, a career coaching business that helps individuals transform their careers.As a chartered organizational and performance psychologist and executive coach, she has worked with global organizations (Amazon, Facebook, Microsoft, Disney, Starbucks, BP) for over a decade, focusing on enhancing performance, managing career transitions and creating career success. Gemma is also an author and a LinkedIn Learning course instructor.The main focus of Gemma’s work is to design initiatives and programs that enhance psychological health, happiness and performance at work.- Phil DiPofi has served as President and CEO of Northwest Farm Credit Services since January 2011. Northwest FCS has over 700 employees in 45 locations serving more than 16,000 customer-members throughout Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. He also serves as the Vice Chair on the Board of Directors for Farm Credit Financial Partners, Inc., and is a member of the Farm Credit System’s President’s Planning Committee.Phil formerly served as Chief Banking Officer at CoBank, where he was responsible for all of the bank’s strategic banking functions, including Agribusiness, Direct Lending with Farm Credit Associations, Rural Infrastructure, Leasing, and Banking Services. Prior to joining CoBank, Phil served in a variety of executive positions for two national commercial banks.Phil earned his bachelor’s degree from the State University College of New York at Buffalo, and his master’s in business administration with a concentration in accounting from Niagara University. As a lifetime learner, Phil continues to advance his learning and development. He is currently participating in Gonzaga’s Graduate Program in Organizational Leadership and in the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Advanced Certificate for Executives. He also serves on Gonzaga University’s School of Leadership Studies Advisory Board.Phil and his wife, Jodi reside in Spokane, Washington and have three grown children and two grandchildren.- Scott Linklater is a native of rural Washington having grown up in the heart of apple and cherry country in Okanogan.  Scott has earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Washington State University, a master’s degree in adult education from the University of Idaho, and a doctorate degree in Leadership Studies from Gonzaga University.  Scott is a learning and development practitioner with experience directing training efforts at Monte Carlo Resort & Casino in Las Vegas and Red Lion Hotels Corporation. Currently, Scott is the Vice President – Learning Design at Northwest Farm Credit Services. Scott has published books and academic research with a focus on leadership, employment, organizational development and trust in business. Copyright © 2019 Northwest Farm Credit Services. All Rights Reserved.

This week's guest on Open Mic is Glen Smith, Board Chair and CEO of the Farm Credit Administration. The watchful eye of the Farm Credit Administration closely monitors the balance sheet of the Farm Credit System and its service to the nation's farms and ranches. Iowa farmer turned FCA CEO, Smith says stable land values have provided equity farmers needed to restructure debt and maintain working capital. Smith says some of the states with the most financial concern lie in their service area of the Midwest. Farmers were able to maintain income despite lower prices last year because of larger crop production, but says that may not be the case this year. Smith says natural disasters have been extremely challenging for some operations with losses far exceeding areas covered by crop insurance and other risk management tools.

Pat talks with Ronnie Bennett & Jonathan Wright from the Winnsboro, LA branch of the Louisiana Land Bank about the basics of financing rural land. You'll learn about their flexibility in working with various types of borrowers as well as how you can get a rebate on part of the interest you pay through the Patronage Program. Reach out to Ronnie or Jonathan at 318-435-5308 or http://www.louisianalandbank.com All of Pat's land related ebooks, audio books & print versions are at https://amzn.to/2H5Yqds   http://www.youtube.com/reclandtalks   https://www.youtube.com/c/RecLandRealty   http://www.instagram.com/reclandrealty   http://www.facebook.com/reclandtalks   http://www.facebook.com/recland   Main company website http://www.RecLand.net   Video Blog http://www.RecLandTalks.com   Blog http://www.LandInfoSite.com   The RecLand Talks & RecLand Realty podcasts are sponsored in part by the Winnsboro, LA Branch of the Louisiana Land Bank. 318-435-5308

Pat talks with Ronnie Bennett & Jonathan Wright from the Winnsboro, LA branch of the Louisiana Land Bank about the basics of financing rural land. You'll learn about their flexibility in working with various types of borrowers as well as how you can get a rebate on part of the interest you pay through the Patronage Program. Reach out to Ronnie or Jonathan at 318-435-5308 or http://www.louisianalandbank.com All of Pat's land related ebooks, audio books & print versions are at https://amzn.to/2H5Yqds   http://www.youtube.com/reclandtalks   https://www.youtube.com/c/RecLandRealty   http://www.instagram.com/reclandrealty   http://www.facebook.com/reclandtalks   http://www.facebook.com/recland   Main company website http://www.RecLand.net   Video Blog http://www.RecLandTalks.com   Blog http://www.LandInfoSite.com   The RecLand Talks & RecLand Realty podcasts are sponsored in part by the Winnsboro, LA Branch of the Louisiana Land Bank. 318-435-5308  

The Homegrown by Heroes program provides consumers a tangible way to support veterans. We're joined in-studio with Gary Matteson from the Farm Credit Council (the trade association for the nationwide Farm Credit System) and Calvin Riggleman, the owner of Big Riggs farm - an idea that was born in the sandy deserts of Iraq in 2003. Cal shares his story from military to civilian life, and finding a newfound comraderie in the Homegrown by Heroes program for his West Virginia farm and distillery operation.

Featuring BASF Technical Service Representative Eric Schultz with a planting update. Emily Skor CEO of Growth Energy talks about the closed door White House meeting on E15 & the RFS. Todd Van Hoose, President and CEO of the Farm Credit Council talks about policy that will affect the Farm Credit System and the importance of funding rural infrastructure projects.

Featuring BASF Technical Service Representative Eric Schultz with a planting update. Emily Skor CEO of Growth Energy talks about the closed door White House meeting on E15 & the RFS. Todd Van Hoose, President and CEO of the Farm Credit Council talks about policy that will affect the Farm Credit System and the importance of funding rural infrastructure projects.

Vernon and Daniel discussed his involvement in the cooperative movement, the reform of the farm credit system, and the Cooperative Hall of Fame. Daniel T. Kelley is the owner and operator of Kelley Farms, a diversified corn and soybean operation in Normal, Illinois. He is an authentic leader and champion of cooperative development, who has spent more than three decades serving the cooperative sector. Most recently, he retired as board chairman and president of the agriculture supply cooperative GROWMARK, Inc. Kelley's roots in the cooperative movement began in 1970 when, as a full-time farmer, he joined his local cooperative, Evergreen FS. He later served as president of the organization from 1985 to 2008. In the 1980s, Kelley shouldered efforts to reform the Farm Credit Banks, creating a foundation for success that the Farm Credit System, its member-owners and rural communities enjoy today. Over his career Kelley has served on many cooperative boards. He is currently on the board of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, CoBank and Illinois Agriculture Leadership Foundation, which he chairs.

This week's guest on Open Mic is Todd Van Hoose, CEO and President of the Farm Credit Council.  As the Farm Credit System celebrates its centennial this year, Todd Van Hoose says he's humbled by the achievements over the past century and excited about the opportunities in the next 100 years. In this week's interview Van Hoose discusses the troubled spots the industry is facing and says increased demands for government secured loans is a symptom of the challenges some farmers are facing. Van Hoose shares thoughts on the significance of the nation's crop insurance program, CFTC reform, the need for global trade and challenges the Farm Credit System continues to see from the community banking industry.Jeff NalleyTodd Van Hoose, CEO and President Farm Credit Council

This week's guest on Open Mic is Rep. Collin Peterson, the ranking member of the House Agriculture Committee. In this interview, the Minnesota Democrat shares his concerns with the current farm law and on how farmers are using its risk management tools. Peterson identifies what he sees as two flaws in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and shares his thoughts following a recent hearing on the Farm Credit System. Peterson says it's too soon to pass judgement on the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal and believes it may be an uphill battle to find congressional approval. Jeff NalleyRep. Collin Peterson

Paul Dietmann is the Emerging Markets Specialist with Badgerland Financial, a member-owned rural lending cooperative and Farm Credit System institution serving southern Wisconsin. Paul has worked with farmers and farm financial issues for over twenty-five years, first as an extension agent, then as director of the Wisconsin Farm Center and Deputy Secretary of Agriculture for Wisconsin, and most recently in his role as a lender. He has woked with hundreds of farmers, helping them assess their farm financial situation. Paul is the co-author (with Chris!) of the book, Fearless Farm Finances: Farm Financial Management Demystified. We talk about common pitfalls of beginning farmers, strategies for getting on the land, profitability and cash flow, how to set up early-warning systems for your farm finances, and the guilt and shame that hamper our ability to deal with farm financial issues in a timely manner. The Farmer to Farmer Podcast is generously supported by Vermont Compost Company.

Dr. Jill Long Thompson was named Chair and CEO of the Farm Credit Administration in November, after serving on the FCA Board since March. Ms. Long Thompson has many years of leadership experience, representing northeast Indiana as a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives and as Chair of the Rural Caucus. From 1995 to 2001, she served as Under Secretary for Rural Development in the U.S. Department of Agriculture, where she oversaw an annual budget of $10 billion and a staff of 7,000 employees. In this week's Open Mic, she discusses the oversight requirements of the FCA and the financial health of the Farm Credit System and agriculture, in general. With skyrocketing farmland prices, she describes the differences between the current agricultural economy and the last extended era of agriculultural prosperity in the 1970's.Jill Long Thompson

This show continued with a discussion of the Secondary Mortgage Market and Federal Credit Agencies. Topics covered included Farm Credit Agencies, Farm Credit System, Federal Housing Agency and Veterans Administration. There was also a demonstration of the web sites for these agencies.