With a deep-rooted history in agriculture, we have been anxiously awaiting news of disaster relief funding for our friends who serve in that industry. The long awaited news has been released. Late yesterday (4/17/2020), the USDA announced a $19 billion program that will take several actions to assist farmers, ranchers, and consumers in response to the COVID-19 national emergency. USDA Coronavirus Food Assistance Program Highlights According to AgWeb.com: USDA will provide $16 billion in direct payments to farmers and ranchers including: $9.6 billion for the livestock industry $5.1 billion for cattle $2.9 billion for dairy $1.6 billion for hogs $3.9 billion for row crop producers $2.1 billion for specialty Read More...
Talent and Technology Workshop – August 13, 2018
Christianson’s Dustin Kotrba is an active member of the Willmar Economic Development Commission’s Ag and Renewable Energy Development Committee. Last year, this group conducted a survey to establish the primary pain points of farmers and agricultural producers in our area. The results of this survey have outlined this year’s Talent and Technology Workshop which will take place one week from today (August 13th). The goal of this workshop is to help our progressive farm managers grow smarter and stronger. It features two dynamic sessions on talent and technology. To register, click here. Agenda 7:30 – 9:30AM | Attracting, retaining and managing your ag labor workforce. Plus, the latest changes to the employment regulatory Read More...
