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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. 

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. 

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. 

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

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

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

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

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

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.”

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.