Ethanol has been a major factor in farm markets for many years now, but how will a new administration and global demand impact production, and in turn, commodity prices? We take a look at what farmers and consumers can expect this year and in the future as the nation focuses on meeting environmental goals. 

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The vast majority of row crop acres have some level of crop insurance. Are you using the product to best fit your needs? What changes are their in the marketplace for 2021? We visit with a farmer and veteran of the crop insurance world for an update and strategy on getting the coverage you need.

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Is there a “best” time for cows to have a calf? There are a lot of variables to consider of course, but should cow calf producers pause and rethink some of the reason they do what they do? That was the focus of some cattle producers who came together to discuss the pros and cons of calving periods. What are the key questions you should be asking to make the best decision for your operation?

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Brody Little is a seedsman and a farmer who lives and works just south of Peoria. He works with many farmers to assist with seed selection, herbicide strategies, pest control and much more. I travel to Manito, IL to understand how 2020 will impact decisions in 2021 and what he sees producers considering this year in light of higher grain prices. 

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Greg Peterson, also known as Machinery Pete, is a regular guest on Farming the Countryside and we certainly have a strong market to discuss. How much of the price increase is being driven by the commodity markets versus the tightening of inventories due to a Covid related slow down in equipment production? We look at the trends and strategies for buying and selling in 2021.

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Justin Ogle is the Vice President of record harvest. His goal is to help farms record the data surrounding farmers crop seasons AND by doing so, helping them make decisions that will produce a record harvest. Listen to what he believes are some of the best practices to both. 

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You may have seen her farm featured on TV’s “Shark Tank” where she made a successful pitch to one of the “Sharks” to invest in her operation. Learn how this farmer turned a small farm in northeast Missouri into an enterprise shipping premium quality meats throughout the nation and employing other farmers in the process. 

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Corn prices topped $5/bushel on the CBOT this week. Are you ready for the season ahead? Missy Bauer shares her years of field experience with us as we look at Nitrogen applications, seeding rates, planter technology and much more to get ready for 2021.

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The last quarter of 2020 saw a significant price gain for grains. The situation provides opportunities for producers to make profitable sales and lock in prices for the long term. So exactly when should you be selling and how much? What should your plan be for the 2021 crop that is still a few months from being planted? 

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Perhaps you’ve heard about carbon programs that can pay farmers for certain conservation practices they use on their farms. How can you evaluate the options?  What might be required in order to receive payments? What is the future of these programs and how will they impact farmers in the future?

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