47 episodes
Farm Credit AgVocates Podcast MidAtlantic Farm Credit
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Join a variety of hosts from MidAtlantic Farm Credit (MAFC) as they discuss all things agriculture and rural living. Located in the MidAtlantic region of the East Coast, the agriculture within their territory is as diverse as the industry itself. Topics covered will include but are not limited to: updates on the cooperative, legislative updates, financial tips, and anything and everything farming. We want to help our farmers tell the story of agriculture by being advocates for all kinds of agriculture. From grain farming to raising livestock and everything in between, agriculture's story is unique and deserves to be heard.
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Making Connections with FSA
In this episode, Johanna Rohrer interviews Amy Rowe, Farm Credit loan officer and Leah Petersen, Farm Loan Specialist with Maryland Farm Service Agency. This round table conversation focuses on connecting young, beginning, and small (YBS) farmers with resources from the Farm Service Agency. Together, we highlight how FSA and Farm Credit work together, the differences in direct and guaranteed loan programs, and tips for new farmers to consider as they are making their start in farming.Episod...
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Preparing for a Farm Loan with Jessica Harris
In this episode, Morgan Figgins interviews Farm Credit Loan Officer Jessica Harris. Jessica walks us through applying through your first farm loan and what you need to know to make the process easier.Episode Notes: https://www.mafc.com/blog/agvocates-podcast-jessica-harrisAll Podcast Notes: https://www.mafc.com/podcast
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Bringing Plants and People Together with Madi Walter
During this episode, Kurt Fuchs interviews Madison (Madi) Walter, Urban Agriculture Outreach Coordinator with the New Castle Conservation District. Madi tells us all about urban agriculture, challenges urban agriculturalists are facing, and growth with Delaware urban ag initiatives. Madi also shares her involvement in the Delaware Urban Farm and Food Coalition and the future of urban agriculture.Episode Notes: https://www.mafc.com/blog/agvocates-podcast-madi-walterAll Podcast Notes: https://w...
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Mastering Your Craft with AgBiz Masters with Raechel Sattazahn
On this episode, Johanna Rohrer interviews Raechel Sattazahn, Knowledge Center Director from AgChoice Farm Credit. She introduces the AgBiz Master’s program and discusses the benefits of enrolling in the course. Raechel also gives an overview of the program components and identifies key farm financial skills participants can expect to takeaway.Raechel and her husband operate a dairy in partnership with their family in Womelsdorf, PA. She is a proud mom, dairy farmer, and agricultural enthusia...
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Legal Considerations in Farm Transitions with Darlene Livingston and Jody Anderson Leighty
On the third and final episode of our Farm Transition Planning series, guest host Darlene Livingston, Executive Director from PA Farm Link interviews Jody Anderson Leighty, attorney with Stock and Leader in York, PA. We explore legal considerations in farm family transitions, and Jody shares her expertise. We also dive into the issues that come along with succession planning, business planning and more. Subscribe for email alerts to stay in the know at mafc.com/podcast.Episode Notes: htt...
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Reflections on Farm Transitions with Darlene Livingston and Marlin Hartzler
On the second episode of our Farm Transition Planning series, guest host Darlene Livingston, Executive Director from PA Farm Link interviews Marlin Hartzler, a crop and hog farmer in Belleville, Pennsylvania. We learn about Marlin’s journey in farming and transitions he’s gone through along the way.Subscribe for email alerts to stay in the know at mafc.com/podcast.Episode Notes: https://www.mafc.com/blog/agvocates-podcast-marlin-hartzlerAll Podcast Notes: https://www.mafc.com/podcast