TODAY ON AGDAY
DECEMBER 19, 2012
VILSACK 2013:
Good morning I’m Clinton Griffiths. Whether its elections, the fiscal cliff, farm bill there's been plenty of talk out of Washington in 2012. But what lies ahead for American agriculture? You can find my entire interview with the secretary online at AgDay.com. The Secretary will have more to say later this week on AgriTalk. He's scheduled to visit with our new corporate cousins Thursday morning. Join he and Mike Adams for a conversation starting at 11:06 a.m. Either on a local radio affiliate or at AgriTalk.com.
CROP PROSPECTS:
It appears it could be another challenging year to grow corn. Noted Iowa state climatologist, Elynn Taylor, says based on history, expect a fourth consecutive year with below-trendline corn yields in the Midwest.
CROP WATCH:
Chuck Heaver from AgDay affiliate WNDU-TV in South Bend, Indiana is filling in for Mike Hoffman. Good morning chuck.
TAX TIPS:
Planning for changes is tax rates can be a grueling process. To help, we’re sharing tax tips from now through the end of the year. Today, Farm Tax expert Paul Nieffer shares advice for estate planning.
ANALYSIS:
The U.S. Winter wheat crop has had a rough start this year, but recent rain and snow may help stands improve. In analysis this morning, Al Pell takes a look at the wheat market and why it may be prudent to keep calm.
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