Drought concerns persist for agriculture
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By Sarah Gonzalez © Copyright Agri-Pulse Communications, Inc.
WASHINGTON, Jan. 28, 2014-Drought conditions in the western and southern plains regions of the country could merge together later this year, persisting harsh conditions for agriculture, said Drew Lerner, president and senior agricultural meteorologist of World Weather, Inc. Continue reading on the Agri-Pulse website.
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Job Title: Business Manager - Farmland
Deadline Date: 03/31/2014 Position Location: CT / IL / MN
Job Title: Appraiser
Position Location: Lewiston, Idaho
Deadline: March 1, 2014
Job Title: Apple Seeds Farm Program Coordinator
Position Location: Fayetteville, AR
Application Deadline: February 20, 2014
Company: Apple Seeds
Get complete details on these and other positions. |
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Summer Ed Week
July 13-17, 2014
Des Moines, IA
Leadership Institute
September 8-12, 2014
Washington, DC
AgroNomics - 84th Annual Meeting
Oct 27-Nov.1, 2014
Tucson, AZ |
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Contact Us
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American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers
950 South Cherry Street,
Suite 508
Denver, CO 80246-2664
TEL: (303) 758-3513
FAX: (303) 758-0190
www.asfmra.org
Staff Contact Info
Executive Council
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Welcome to the ASFMRA Ag News. We hope you will find it a useful tool for staying up to date with ASFMRA news, courses, seminars and critical information for rural property professionals. |
| Farm Land Market in Transition |
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By Kirk Weih, AFM, Kirk Manker and Merrill Swanson, ARA
The farmland market begins 2014 in a much different situation than a year ago. The start of 2013 saw the market catching its breath following a dynamic surge in the wake of record corn and soybean prices in the Midwest and net farm incomes throughout the United States. This year, farmland owners and operators are adjusting to lower commodity prices. The change in price outlook has brought a shift in market dynamics as well. The result is a farmland market that is in transition. The following are observations from farmland professionals in the areas of valuation, sales and acquisitions.
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| At long last...the nation's 17th farm bill |
 The latest in a line of such legislation going back to '33. Three years in the making, the new bill sets game plans for farm and nutrition programs, including food stamps, through '18. Its expected cost: Nearly $1 trillion. That amount, not adjusted for inflation, is 34% more than projected spending in the farm bill passed in '08. So what's new? Rejiggered? The same? Copyright The Washington Kiplinger Editors, Inc. Login to Member Resources to download the latest issue of Kiplinger Please call Michele for assistance with your login and password at 303-692-1218 or mstockman@asfmra.org or respond to this newsletter.
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| Is There a Change Ahead for Commodity Prices? |
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 The upswing in commodity prices in the early 2000s due to the downgrade of the U.S. dollar launched the upturn in farmland prices during that decade. Prices crashed in late 2008 on the credit freeze, but quickly rebounded as the federal government flooded the financial system with cash. Farmland values surged as well. Login to Member Resources to download the latest issue of LandOwner.
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Make sure you are taking advantage of these important member benefits:
- LandOwner Newsletter - Twice a month -featured in E-News or available for download on Member Resources
- The Kiplinger Agriculture Letter - Every other week - featured in E-News and/or available for download same as LandOwner.
- LandsofAmerica.com listing discount
- AgWare Software
- AgriData and other mapping software
Get complete information on these benefits on Members Resources
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Thank you for being a part of the ASFMRA! Help the ASFMRA welcome our new members. The ASFMRA appreciates every member for choosing the Society as the association you desire to affiliate with. The ASFMRA continues to make every effort to offer member services which will be of benefit to you professionally and personally.
We are recognizing new members of the Society on a monthly basis. You may recognize your fellow peers in the following list and we encourage you to welcome them into the membership of the ASFMRA. View a list of new members.
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| Marketing and Communications Director |
 Last week Jaleen Edwards joined ASFMRA staff as our Director of Marketing and Communications. Jaleen comes to us with a wealth of experience in for-profit and non-profit marketing and communications including several years with the Financial Planning Association. Join us in welcoming Jaleen. She can be reached at jedwards@asfmra.org or 303-692-1227. |
| Annual Survey Results Show Strong Vibrant Organization |
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By Brian Stockman, EVP/CEO
This January, as every January for the past 7 years, we conducted an annual membership survey. The purpose of this survey is to provide guidance for the Executive Council and Staff as they work on plans for the coming year. This year we had just under 500 responses with a lot of great information about what is working and where we can grow. Read more about the Annual Membership Survey results.
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| THANK YOU for Education Foundation Donation |
| Help us send a big Thank You to the Idaho-Utah Chapter for their generous donation to the Education Foundation of $1,500. This donation along with others from members, other Chapters, and companies who have contributed to the Education Foundation of the ASFMRA make it possible for education development to continue. Read more.
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| North Dakota Chapter Releases Annual Agricultural Land Price & Cash Rent Survey |
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January 27, 2014 - Fargo, ND - The North Dakota Chapter of the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA) has released their 17th Annual Agricultural Land Price and Cash Rent Survey.
Thirty-four land professionals across the great State of North Dakota contributed data to this year's report, making it the most comprehensive report of its kind. This year's report features some formatting changes and enhancements. Read more about the Survey. DOWNLOAD a copy of the results.
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Announcements from The Appraisal Foundation
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The next public meeting of the Appraisal Standards Board (ASB) is approaching. Please take the time to register for this meeting if you plan to attend. Date/Time: Friday, February 21, 2014 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Location: Embassy Suites International Drive/Convention Center 8978 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819. Get complete info.
Call for Applicants The Appraisal Foundation Seeks Candidates for Vacancies on the Board of Trustees Application Deadline is March 14, 2014 The Appraisal Foundation (TAF) has begun its annual search for qualified candidates to serve on its Board of Trustees (BOT). Completed applications for the vacancies must be received by March 14, 2014. Get more information.
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 Please let us know what you think of the ASFMRA Ag News. Is there anything else that you would like to see covered?
SIncerely,
Suzanne Gruba
American Society of Farm Managers & Rural Appraisers
The Most Trusted Rural Property Professionals
sgruba@asfmra.org
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