Tim and Kristiana discuss USDA’s Livestock Risk Protection, and how it can be used by beginning and established producers of all sizes.

Resources:

RMA quote page: https://www.rma.usda.gov/tools-reports/livestock-reports-lrp-lgm

RMA agent finder: https://www.rma.usda.gov/tools-reports/agent-locator

Ag Decision Maker File B1-50 Livestock Risk Insurance Plans for Cattle Producers: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/agdm/livestock/html/b1-50.html

https://shop.iastate.edu/extension/farm-environment/farm-and-business-management/estate-planning/calt5.html

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/agdm/wholefarm/html/c4-57.html

https://www.calt.iastate.edu/transition-planning-terms

https://www.calt.iastate.edu/

https://www.extension.iastate.edu/agdm/homepage.html

The episode welcomes ISU field agronomist Aaron Saeugling to the podcast to share his expertise on soil sampling and report analysis, along with management considerations for both new and experienced producers in Iowa.

Resources mentioned in today's episode: https://shop.iastate.edu/extension/farm-environment/crops-and-soils/soil-fertility-and-management/pm1688.html

In our first episode, Kristiana and Tim take a broad look at farm succession planning and the dynamics shaping transitions on today’s family farms. Drawing from conversations with farmers in Iowa and across the country, they discuss common concerns and the issues weighing on farm families as they plan for the future of their farms.

Resources for today's episode: https://beginningfarmer.iastate.edu/