Fielding Questions

Fielding Questions is a collaboration between the AgCountry Farm Credit Services & the Red River Farm network that explores the world of agriculture & rural life.

Year-End Planning

In this episode, AgCountry Farm Credit Services Vice President of Insurance and Customer Education Rob Fronning offers insight into end-of-the-year farm decisions.

12-17
07:27

Election Recap 2024

On this episode, we recap the election results and discuss potential impacts to American agriculture with Andy Martin, VP Legislative and Public Affairs. We discuss the prospects of a new Farm Bill and the potential timing and roadblocks that lay ahead. 

12-02
12:06

Eyes on South America

Marking Education Specialist Cody Didier joins the Red River Farm Network to discuss the market reaction to the latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates. All eyes are now on South America to see what their next crop will be. 

11-18
06:19

Yearend Planning

The 2024 calendar is nearing the end. David Krenz, AgCountry market vice president, joins the program to discuss what farmers and ranchers can do to take advantage of the current calendar year before the arrival of 2025. 

11-04
11:40

Fall Marketing Plans

With the October USDA WASDE Report in the rear view mirror, it is time to focus on the fall marketing plan. In this edition of Fielding Questions, AgCountry Farm Credit Services Marketing Education Specialist Cody Didier offers his thoughts on the grain market. With the current farm financial situation, Didier said it is more important than ever to know your breakeven levels.

10-21
06:09

Area-Based Insurance Options

Area-based insurance policies allow farmers and ranchers to protect their bottom lines. Nick Dryer, senior insurance specialist with AgCountry, rejoins the program to discuss what area-based plans are, how they work, and who could benefit. 

08-27
12:20

Getting Through A Tough Farm Economy

AgCountry Farm Credit Services Executive Vice President Marc Knisely joins RRFN Farm Broadcaster Don Wick to discuss the farm economy. Marc talks about the financial strength farmers and ranchers have built to help get them through tough times. 

08-12
05:34

Fall Weather Preview

As fall harvest draws near we preview what could be in store for the upper Midwest. Paul Trambley, chief meteorologist with Weatherology, discusses long-range forecasts and what an emerging La Niña means for the winter ahead. 

07-29
13:44

Director Candidate Shawn Murphy

Shawn Murphy is a 2024 director candidate for the AgCountry Board of Directors. Learn more about Shawn by listening to his interview. 

07-18
02:59

Director Candidate Scott Spear

Scott Spear is a 2024 director candidate for the AgCountry Board of Directors. Learn more about Scott by listening to his interview. 

07-18
02:31

Director Candidate Kurt Elliott

Kurt Elliott is a 2024 director candidate for the AgCountry Board of Directors. Learn more about Kurt by listening to his interview. 

07-18
02:39

Director Candidate Curt Trost

Curt Trost is a 2024 director candidate for the AgCountry Board of Directors. Learn more about Curt by listening to his interview. 

07-18
03:06

Director Candidate Chad Davison

Chad Davison is a 2024 director candidate for the AgCountry Board of Directors. Learn more about Chad by listening to his interview. 

07-18
04:59

July 2024 Marketing Update

AgCountry Farm Credit Services Vice President of Insurance and Customer Education Rob Fronning recaps the latest supply demand report and the impact on markets. “Every year it is important to have a plan and to start marketing accordingly.”

07-15
12:14

Using Communication to Build a Succession Plan

Communication plays a vital role in succession and retirement planning. Bobbi Sondreal, consultant-Succession and Retirement Planning with AgCountry, draws on her experience helping farm families plan for the future by discussing why communication can make or break a successful plan. 

07-01
12:35

June WASDE Report & Planting Progress

AgCountry's VP Insurance and Customer Education, Rob Fronning, joins the podcast to discuss the June World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report and where we stand with Prevented Planting. 

06-17
11:49

Farm Bill Passes House Ag Committee

The House Agriculture Committee recently passed its version of the Farm Bill but the bill's future remains uncertain. We break it all down with AgCountry's Senior Legislative and Public Affairs Officer, Andy Martin. 

06-03
11:52

Construction Loans

Construction loans help finance building projects of all types. Jered Freudenberg joins the podcast to discuss construction loans and provide tips for those considering a building project. 

05-13
11:23

Taking Advantage of Today's Markets

Late April showers aren't a concern for farmers in the upper Midwest. Cody Didier, marketing education specialist with AgCountry, says more attention should be placed on having a marketing plan and executing that plan when an opportunity presents itself. 

04-29
08:00

Spring Market Opportunities

Field work is underway in the upper Midwest. Rob Fronning, VP insurance and customer education with AgCountry, discusses where markets sit for crop commodities and cattle while also addressing the importance of having a marketing plan. 

04-15
11:47

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