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River Valley AgCredit’s podcast features topics from individuals that are outstanding in their field. Digging in to all things farming, faith, family, and financing, guiding you… back to your roots! For more than 100 years River Valley AgCredit has provide the highest quality of dependable credit, and related services to every qualified agricultural and rural members within our territory. As part of the Farm Credit System, we serve over 6,000 stockholders totaling over $600 million in outsta ...
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The 5 C's of Credit: CCO, Kip Ellington's Agricultural Credit Advice
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How do you go from a chance interview to being the cornerstone of an organization? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Kip Ellington, the Chief Credit Officer at River Valley, as he recounts his extraordinary journey from an unexpected hire to becoming a respected leader in the company. Kip shares invaluable insights from his time as a loan …
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Planting For The Future: Young, Beginning, Small Farmer Programs
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Ever wondered how the farming dreams of the young and ambitious can be nurtured in today's economy? We're Jordan Turnage and Chris Griffin, and we're here to unfold the mysteries of the Young, Beginning, and Small (YBS) loan program, a vital initiative that's keeping the agricultural heartbeat strong. As the farming population ages, it's like a tre…
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Foundations of Home Construction Revealed by Contractor Israel Sanders
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Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes of building the place you call home? Uncover the intricacies of home construction with Mr. Israel Sanders, a seasoned general contractor with 24 years under his belt. As the owner of IS Custom Homes, Israel navigates us through the highs and lows of the industry, revealing the real impact of the pandemic o…
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The Field of Tomorrow: Embracing Precision Agriculture with Darren Grogan
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Discover the future of farming through the eyes of Darren Grogan from Triple G Farms, as he reveals how precision agriculture is not just a trend, but a revolution in the agricultural industry. In our conversation, we uncover the secrets behind farming that thrives in the commodity markets. Darren's dual role as a seasoned farmer and a board member…
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Constructing Your Dream Home: Financial Strategies for Home Building
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Get ready to navigate the intricate maze of construction loans with mortgage loan originator Julli Haley by your side! In a world where financing your dream home build could get tangled in red tape, we're slicing through the jargon to bring you valuable insights. From the one-time close appeal of a fully dispersed in-house loan to the enticing low …
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Growing in the New Season: Custom Financial Structures with Trent Cossey
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Discover the fine print details of renewal season as we sit down with Trent Cossey from River Valley AgCredit, a man whose roots run as deep as the crops he finances. From childhood days on a hobby farm to becoming a pivotal relationship manager, Trent's journey is a testament to the significance of tailored agricultural lending. We peel back the l…
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Paving the Way for Poultry Prosperity with Ira Wray
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Ready to unravel the financial web of poultry farming? Ira Wray, known as the 'chicken man' of Western Kentucky, joins us to lay out the landscape of agricultural lending with the kind of expertise that only comes from years in the trenches. From his start under the wing of Seth Carter to becoming the go-to Relationship Manager for structuring comp…
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Machinery Matters: Trading Tactics and Tech Advances in Agriculture with Matt Ramage
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Matt Ramage of Hutson Incorporated, a seasoned veteran in the agricultural industry sits down with us to discuss equipment trading and advances. We pull back the layers of the complex yet vital process of equipment trading. Matt's deep roots in farming illuminate our discussion, revealing how this crucial aspect of agriculture intertwines with the …
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Financial Cultivation: Nurturing Your Farm's Future with Penny Wade
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Unlock the secrets of financial success in the farming industry with the astute Mrs. Penny Wade of Wade Farm Financial Services. In our latest engaging conversation, Penny recounts her compelling tale of transforming a family legacy into a booming enterprise, offering indispensable wisdom on the significance of financial diligence for agricultural …
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Against the Odds: A Farmer's Tale of Survival and Legacy with Keith Lowry
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When you're face-to-face with a life-or-death situation, all that matters is survival. Our guest, Keith Lowry—esteemed member of the River Valley AgCredit Association and a soul deeply rooted in farming—opens up about his chilling encounter with fate when his excavator turned treacherous. His story, bathed in the stark reality of farm work's perils…
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Weathering the Storm: The Significance of Crop Insurance Explained by Hunter Bray
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Dare to delve into the intricacy of crop insurance with Hunter Bray from River Valley Ag Credit? We promise you an enlightening journey that uncovers the complexities of two main types of crop insurance - MPCI and crop hail. Hunter, a seasoned agent, patiently unravels the intricate connection between yield and revenue protection, while shedding li…
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Haunted Yet Hopeful: The Spirited Resurgence of Mayfield/Graves County
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Ever been inspired by the unbroken spirit of a community? Today, we're taking you on an uplifting journey to Graves County, where we'll explore the remarkable recovery following the devastating tornado that struck Mayfield in December 2021. Our guest unveils the extraordinary stories of how the farmers and the agricultural community immediately spr…
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"The Power of a Cooperative": Round two with President/CEO, Kyle Yancey
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Are you curious about the intricacies of agricultural lending and the role of a cooperative lender? Well, buckle in for an insightful conversation with our guest, Kyle Yancey, the President and CEO of River Valley AgCredit. Kyle unravels the complex world of ag lending, highlighting the differences between the ag cooperative system and commercial b…
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"Trading Badges for Tractors": A Lifelong Farming Journey with Don and Karen Massengale
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Imagine owning a century farm but also being a full-time civil servant, eventually trading in your badge and uniform for a John Deere tractor and a life on the farm. That’s exactly what our guest, Don Massengale, did when he transitioned from being a firefighter, paramedic, and police officer to embracing the labor and love of farming. In this capt…
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"30,000 Foot View": A Bird's-Eye Look Into Purchasing Land
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Are you ready to stake your claim and invest in land but puzzled about where to start? Clear that confusion as we, Chris Griffin and Jordan Turnage, guide you through the intricate process of land purchasing and financing in this enlightening episode of Back to Your Roots. We walk you through working with banks and Farm Credit Associations, educate…
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“Living Kentucky Proud”: Interview with KY Commissioner of Ag, Ryan Quarles
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Prepare to be swept away by the riveting tales and insights from our esteemed guest, Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture, Ryan Quarles. From the cornfields of the Fancy Farm Picnic to the bustling Kentucky State Fair, come journey with us as we explore the far-reaching impact of agriculture in Kentucky, narrated by the very man at the helm. Ryan s…
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“Been farming long?”: Growing up on the farm, with Mosey and Justin Ralph
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Ever wonder what it's like to grow up on a farm, toiling the soil and reaping the rewards of a hard day's work? Today, we pull back the barn doors and immerse ourselves in the life of 10-year-old Mosey Ralph, an extraordinary farm kid with an abundance of tales to tell. Mosey's world is one filled with chicken barns, cornfields, and heavy machinery…
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Corner Office Interview with RVAC CEO Kyle Yancey
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On our inaugural episode of Back to Your Roots we introduce our intrepid hosts as well as get an exclusive interview with River Valley AgCredit President/CEO Kyle Yancey. We get the down low on how a cooperative works, River Valley AgCredit's history, and the day-to-day operations of the President/CEO. Next time we'll be interviewing Mosey and Just…
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