The final episode of The Country Life: Buying Land series. Alyssa Hartzell, loan officer for AgChoice Farm Credit, outlines the approach of buying land now but waiting to build. She explains the details of a home and construction loan and guidance she provides to potential borrowers.
The fifth episode of The Country Life: Buying Land series. Nick Pease, chief appraiser for AgChoice Farm Credit, explains the basics of land appraisals and why they are important when buying land. He also gives advice about how land is not equal and what to look for when you are in the purchasing process.
In this episode, Katie Epstein, AgChoice loan officer and assistant regional manager, reviews CFAP 2. CFAP 2 was announced last week as the second round of direct assistance for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program. USDA implemented the program for agricultural producers who continue to face market disruptions and associated costs because of COVID-19.
Allison Beichner, AgChoice loan officer, highlights her perspective for beginning farms that will help now and in the future. She shares advice for beginning farmers and outlines steps to get started.
The fourth episode of The Country Life: Buying Land series. Kacie Hillis, loan officer, discusses what pre-qualificiation means when buying land, the benefit of pre-qualification and what a person needs to apply for pre-qualification.
The third episode of The Country Life: Buying Land series. Ryan Davis, director of credit administration, discusses the basics of credit scores and why they are important from a lending perspective. He also gives tips to improve your credit score.
In this podcast Joel Semke, REAP coordinator for PA Department of Agriculture and State Conservation Commission, joins us. He discusses details and changes on the 2020-2021 Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP).
The second episode of The Country Life: Buying Land series. Bruce Miller, AgChoice executive loan officer, shares his considerations on whether to pay cash or finance a land purchase. Bruce specializes in home and land loans and helps individuals achieve their dream of living in the country.
The first episode in The Country Life: Buying Land series. Gwen Waddell, AgChoice loan officer, helps us understand what to consider when buying land. Gwen specializes in home and land loans and helps individuals achieve their dream of living in the country.
Senator Elder Vogel joins us to discuss the Beginning Farmer Tax Credit Program initiative. Senator Vogel represents Beaver, Butler and Lawrence counties and is chairman of Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee.
Thad Taylor, executive loan officer and forest products specialist. AgChoice released the Forest Products Industry Outlook. Thad explains the current assessment of the forest products industry in PA and shares highlights from the outlook. Hear more at the link in our bio.
Mike Hosterman, agbusiness consultant, helps us understand what producers price differential (PPD) is, why it is a concern in today's markets and steps dairy farms can take moving forward.
Dan Brogdon, lender development coach for AgChoice Farm Credit, explains the PPP Loan Forgiveness process and answers common questions on the application.
Kristina McAllister, regional manager for AgChoice Farm Credit, shares the importance of taking care of ourselves during stressful times and highlights resources available to help.
AgChoice President and CEO Darrell Curtis updates listeners on the latest happenings.
Jayne Sebright, executive director of the Center for Dairy Excellence, outlines new resources available for PA dairy farms.
Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding shares his perspective on the global pandemic and agricultural's role in serving our communities.
Gary Heckman with AgChoice Farm Credit explains his perspective on how to maintain a positive mindset especially during times of uncertainty.
Learn how Pasa Sustainable Agriculture is here to help you during COVID-19. Hannah Smith-Brubaker, Executive Director of Pasa, explains how Pasa is a prime resource for farmers.
Mike Schrey, chief credit officer for AgChoice Farm Credit, reviews the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAB) and highlights the next steps Pennsylvania Farmers need to take to access the funding.
Dan Brogdon, lender development coach for AgChoice Farm Credit, reviews the Small Business Administration's Economic Injury Disaster Loan program and what farmers should know before applying.
Andy McCarty, crop insurance specialist for AgChoice Farm Credit and Crop Growers LLP, covers the role of crop insurance in today's challenging environment in addition to explaining how crop reporting will work during these times.
Brent Hales, director of Penn State Extension, shares how Penn State Extension is helping farmers, the agriculture industry and our communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dan Faye, accounting services manager, navigates the business impact of the CARES Act tax provisions and discusses next steps for farm business owners. .
Phil Taylor, ag business consultant with AgChoice Farm Credit, discusses farm contingency plans including why they are important and what aspects are included.
Congressman Glenn Thompson shares his perspectives on the COVID-19 crisis and its impacts on agriculture.
Chris Herr, executive director of PennAg Industries Association, discusses how agribusinesses in Pennsylvania are managing through the COVID-19 crisis.
Mike Hosterman and Dan Brogdon with AgChoice Farm Credit discuss information about the SBA Paycheck Protection Program and information needed for the SBA PPP application.
Jayne Sebright, executive director of the Center for Dairy Excellence, discusses current challenges in the dairy industry related to the COVID-19 crisis and resources available for dairy farmers.
AgChoice President and CEO Darrell Curtis discusses how AgChoice continues to serve customers during the COVID-19 crisis.
