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News04.01.20Young Farmer Perspectives from FreshRoots ForumsDuring the winter FreshRoots Forums, Dr. Kohl facilitated panel discussions with Directors Cup recipients. Dr. Kohl highlights his favorite nuggets of wisdom and conversation in this edition of KOHL-laborations.
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Essentials02.07.20Essentials Issue 01, 2020In this issue, you’ll learn about upcoming Farm Credit College workshops, 2020 Directors Cup applications announcement, Weather Update from Eric Snodgrass, reminder about scholarship and community improvement grant deadlines, land auction results and upcoming auction listings.
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News11.20.19Proactive Transition Brings Rewards, Reduces RisksDuring college, Levi Bailey of Clay County sold seed for a small independent company, which helped him create relationships that would move him closer to the career and lifestyle he always envisioned.
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News11.14.19Blending Life on and off the FarmFaith Kemme of Effingham County has always been a master at juggling many responsibilities and activities at once. And by pushing herself, she has become a valued asset to the family farm.
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News11.14.19Answering the Call of OpportunityNathan Wentworth of Macon County locked in his career path on the farm when he answered a call from his father while at college.
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News11.13.19Soil Stewardship Strengthens OperationDerek and Renee Martin of Logan County focus on the condition of the soil on their corn and soybean farm to achieve more productive fields and healthier crops.
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News11.12.19Navigating Through Hardship To Find SuccessBen Briggs of Christian County found himself as the sole proprietor of a more than 150-year old farm business and quickly had to take the the reins in the middle of planting season.
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News11.12.19Education Yields Greater ProfitabilityBob Schroeder’s passion for continuing to learn about farming has helped him incorporate new practices and ideas on his corn and soybean fields in Champaign, McLean, and Piatt Counties.
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News05.17.19Beginning Farmers Recognized For Committing To Bright Futures
Join us in celebrating the six young and beginning farmers or farmer couples named as the inaugural FreshRoots Directors Cup honorees.
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Insights03.07.19Beginning Farmers Start Smart with Financing that Fits
Buying a farm can be challenging – especially as a beginning farmer. Overcome some of the barriers to purchasing your first piece of farm ground with tailored financing programs.
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News01.30.19$5,000 Awards Available for Beginning FarmersThe Directors Cup presented by the FCI Board celebrates young and beginning farmers committed to continuous learning and intentional living for a brighter future for their farm family business and community.
