As processing plants around the country slow down production and close in some regions everyone from consumers to farmers and ranchers are feeling the effects. Mark Nelson, Director of Commodities at Kansas Farm Bureau gives some answers to what is going on.

S1 Ep9: Processing the Markets

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Zach Ducheneaux, USDA FSA Administrator, shares more about Farm Service Agency Loans available for Kansas farmers and ranchers. He explains the different types of loans, what they mean and how they benefit producers. He also dives into the financial impact of FSA loans. 



More information about FSA Loans can be found at USDA Farm Service Agency Home Page


S3 Ep43: FSA: Loans Meeting Kansas Producer's Needs

Dennis McKinney, State Executive Director, joins the Inside Ag podcast to share about different Farm Service Agencies (FSA) programs available for Kansas farmers and ranchers. He provides in-depth information on the Conservation Reserve Program, Environmental Livestock Assistance Program and Emergency Relief Program. Dennis has a wealth of knowledge about these programs and their impact. 



Learn more about FSA programs: USDA Farm Service Agency Home Page


S3 Ep42: FSA: Programs Assisting Kansas Agriculture

Amie Brunkow owns Alta Vista Meat Company in Alta Vista, Kansas. She joins the Inside Ag podcast to share her passion for business and meat sciences. Amie gives a glimpse into her life as a business owner, discloses the unique features she provides local ranchers and showcases the many benefits of a traditional meat locker.



Find Alta Vista Meat Company at Alta Vista Meat Co


S3 Ep41: Behind the Counter of Alta Vista Meat Co with Amie Brunkow

Shannon Martin, Assistant Director of Ag Education and Foundation, joins the Inside Ag podcast to discuss Kansas Farm Bureau's resources for Agriculture Education. She helps others educate about agriculture by creating lessons that reach different age groups, focus on different agriculture sectors and cover the different seasons. She shares fun ways to engage youth in learning and unique ways to connect with adults. 



Find more Ag Education resources by visiting Education (kfb.org)


S3 Ep40: Ag Education Resources Available through KFB

There are some exciting opportunities available for Kansas Farm Bureau members to get involved in their communities and strengthen their voice for agriculture. 



Mike and Ashley Beying join the Inside Ag podcast to share their experience in the Communications, Media and Spokesperson Training. This training is designed to develop the skills to craft key messages within agriculture. Learn more about CMS training by visiting Communications, Media and Spokesperson Training (kfb.org)



Next, Brenden Wirth discusses Campaign School. This KFB program helps potential political candidates develop a solid foundation for campaign management. Learn more about Campaign School by visiting KFB's Campaign School and Mini Sessions


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