Author: William Snell
Planning Unit: Agr Economics
Major Program: Farm Management, Economics and Policy
Outcome: Initial Outcome
The Department of Agricultural Economics presented two virtual lender’s conferences on December 16, 2020 and January 26, 2021. These annual conferences in the past were presented in person in Owensboro/Henderson, Mayfield, Hopkinsville, and Lexington, but due to COVID-19 our team was forced to a virtual format. Attendance for both conferences totaled around 100. Topics covered included the U.S./KY farm economy, farm policy, trade, market updates and planning strategies for KY tobacco, hemp, grains and livestock, along with a presentation on effective communication in dealing with stressful situations. Lenders utilize this information in working with clients across the state in evaluating loans and developing business plans/marketing strategies.
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