Iowa Ag Podcast
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A thoughtful business plan for the family farm is a gift to the family
I have a duo in the studio today. Two folks who are no stranger to the farming industry, but specifically the financial and business side of it. So many of our producers in today’s world give their lives to a passion. The passion of problem solving, planting, protecting, growing, and harvesting often does not have…
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Where does service and value meet in the agriculture space?
Where can we find value in the agriculture space? Is it finding a product to plant that saves me a few bucks per acre? Is it finding a dealer who has a “full service” mindset that brings expertise to bear with the hard work of beloved farmers? Is it about knowing the best time to…
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Jim Rothermich talks about Iowa Farmland Values
Jim Rothermich aka “Land Talker” is a professional in the farmland appraisal space, so who better to discuss farmland investment in Iowa. Today we meet the man himself, and learn about his history in seed and agriculture. Rothermich has been a licensed appraiser since 2009. He explains his journey, where values have been over the past…
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How do you know biologicals are right for you and your farm?
My guest today is Ron Geis. He comes to us with more than 40-years of experience in farming and agriculture. Listen in as we discuss biologicals. A solution to crop protection that is approved for organic farming in some cases. By definition these products have been around for many years, but with recent advances in…
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Drones in agriculture
Aerial application has witnessed significant advancements with the emergence of drone technology. In this podcast we explore the numerous benefits that drones bring to aerial application practices, including precision targeting, cost-effectiveness, and environmental sustainability. One of the major advantages of using drones for aerial application is their ability to provide precise targeting. Equipped with advanced…
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How do you know the value of your crop?
As some of you may or may not know, I have a “pet” name for farmers… Industrial Gardening. It is easy to think of farming as a care free, overall wearing, straw chewing lifestyle. But farmers put their financial success in the hands of mother nature every day of every year of their farming lives.…
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Exploring Iowa’s Complicated Property Tax System
Let’s talk about taxes! In this episode, Chris Hagenow of Iowans For Tax Relief explores the various components of Iowa’s property tax system, its impact on residents and organizations, and more. Connect with Chris: Iowans for Tax Relief / ITR Local / ITR Live Podcast More shows on IowaPodcast.com
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Piggy bank fires are a real problem for Iowa farmers.
To the uninitiated we see them all across the country side. Grain bins. These are typically steel monolith structures that rise out of the prairie sea. So what is the problem? The problem is the lack or technology in grain bins. Grain moisture levels is another. Not knowing your crop condition without physically examining your…