April 15, 2026—10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business—Show 51-75

(((From the Blackburn Studios in Downtown Sioux Falls—Become a Blackburn Protected HOME

 

(((MUSIC---THIS OLE HOUSE)))))

((((YEE-HAH---I’m Bill Zortman and WELCOME to our WORKING ON WELLNESS Wednesday Show---Show 51-75))))

 

We did the South Dakota Farmers Union Show in this slot on Tuesday---today---Farmers Union---is busy for events upcoming---

 

Just like Gerri Eide---is doing with the State FFA-----

 

(((taped segment----Aaron Fest---student and what he is doing---))))

 

---earlier this is what –Dr. Ridgway shared in his hour----

(((Taped Segment Tim Ridgeway)))

 

-----we still have a big pancake day—day 2—and we’ll hear from that

----Rocky Forman---SD Farmers Union---will recap the hour long show we did yesterday---

 

10:20/30—KELO Commercials

10:22/30---Ag Biz 2

---Nolan Clarke---Plains Commerce Bank----

How you can help and what you can do

 

---------------Sarah Heinrich—has the Growing Harvest Network from KFGO Next---

 

((((Sarah Heinrich—Growing Harvest Network))))

 

10:28/30---Morning Commodities—ahead---along with more in agriculture—biggest industry in South Dakota---and Minnesota and Iowa are big deals as well

10:30/00---Fox Business News

10:32/30---Ag Business 3

----Matt Swenson----Swenson Commodities—is with us this morning---

What are you seeing for our listeners ----

----------------Matt----------------

   How they reach you--------------

-----------Gerri Eide---FFA South Dakota-----and guests—back in session

And what should we know

   And who do you want us to meet---

 

-------------Gerri--------------

   Pancake Day---Todd Smith-----and who is helping who---and how many pancakes

 

--------------Todd------------

   What the proceeds go for---

---------------Todd-----------

 

===============================================

    John Ball---Mr. Tree has joined us-----

---------what have you seen that we should know about---and the trees how are they getting along---

------------------John--------------------

 

----we’ll take a break come back and check with our other regular guests---

 

10:44/00—KELO Commercials

10:45/30---Ag Business

 

------Gerri Eide

------Alla----and Ukraine----

 

------Laura Edwards---State Climatolgist

 

---our time is up—thank you for yours…

    

April 15, 2026&mdash;10-11&mdash;It&rsquo;s YOUR Agri Business&mdash;Show 51-75
(((From the Blackburn Studios in Downtown Sioux Falls&mdash;Become a Blackburn Protected HOME
&nbsp;
(((MUSIC---THIS OLE HOUSE)))))
((((YEE-HAH---I&rsquo;m&nbsp;Bill Zortman and WELCOME to our WORKING ON WELLNESS Wednesday Show---Show 51-75))))
&nbsp;
We did the&nbsp;South Dakota Farmers Union Show in this slot on Tuesday---today---Farmers Union---is busy for events upcoming---
&nbsp;
Just like Gerri Eide---is doing with the State FFA-----
&nbsp;
(((taped segment----Aaron Fest---student and what he is doing---))))
&nbsp;
---earlier this is what &ndash;Dr. Ridgway shared in his hour----
(((Taped Segment Tim Ridgeway)))
&nbsp;
-----we still have a big pancake day&mdash;day 2&mdash;and we&rsquo;ll hear from that
----Rocky Forman---SD Farmers Union---will recap the hour long show we did yesterday---
&nbsp;
10:20/30&mdash;KELO Commercials
10:22/30---Ag Biz 2
---Nolan Clarke---Plains Commerce Bank----
How you can help and what you can do
&nbsp;
---------------Sarah Heinrich&mdash;has the Growing Harvest Network from KFGO Next---
&nbsp;
((((Sarah Heinrich&mdash;Growing Harvest Network))))
&nbsp;
10:28/30---Morning Commodities&mdash;ahead---along with more in agriculture&mdash;biggest industry in South Dakota---and Minnesota and Iowa are big deals as well
10:30/00---Fox Business News
10:32/30---Ag Business 3
----Matt Swenson----Swenson Commodities&mdash;is with us this morning---
What are you seeing for our listeners ----
----------------Matt----------------
&nbsp;&nbsp; How they reach you--------------
-----------Gerri Eide---FFA South Dakota-----and guests&mdash;back in session
And what should we know
&nbsp;&nbsp; And who do you want us to meet---
&nbsp;
-------------Gerri--------------
&nbsp;&nbsp; Pancake Day---Todd Smith-----and who is helping who---and how many pancakes
&nbsp;
--------------Todd------------
&nbsp;&nbsp; What the proceeds go for---
---------------Todd-----------
&nbsp;
===============================================
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; John Ball---Mr. Tree has joined us-----
---------what have you seen that we should know about---and the trees how are they getting along---
------------------John--------------------
&nbsp;
----we&rsquo;ll take a break come back and check with our other regular guests---
&nbsp;
10:44/00&mdash;KELO Commercials
10:45/30---Ag Business
&nbsp;
------Gerri Eide
------Alla----and Ukraine----
&nbsp;
------Laura Edwards---State Climatolgist
&nbsp;
---our time is up&mdash;thank you for yours&hellip;
&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Bill Zortman brings entrepreneurs and community and state leaders together to talk about business.

It's Your Business

April 15, 2026 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

April 15, 2026---9-10---Working on Wellness Wednesday—Show 51-74

((((From the BLACKBURN STUDIOS in Downtown Sioux Falls—Become a Blackburn PROTECTED HOME

 

((((MUSIC---THIS OLE HOUSE))))

(((((YEE HAH----I’m Bill Zortman and WELCOME to our Working on Wellness Wednesday Show---Show 51-74)))))

 

This is our Working on Wellness Wednesday---and as we did in our shows on Tuesday---with the help of Gerri Eide—FFA of South Dakota---and others---nice cross section on events that will make you think.

 

But lets start with Dr. Tim Ridgway--- yes the Med School Tim Ridgway and before we get into what will be an interesting Wellness Show---and the 10-11 Farm Show---too

 

Dr. Ridgway---we are mid-way into April what would you like to share about what you have been up to---as well as the variety of students and their curriculum that you help certify----some students are ready to graduate in the next month or two?

 

----------Dr. Ridgway-----------

 

Here on the Plains—farms has a Glyphosate fight as cancer

claims are reportedly outrunning the evidence---

 

  The President is promoting the product—but those in the other party have claimed that the herbicide causes cancer.

 

  The argument with the executive order—is being called a slap in the face to the thousands of Americans who have gotten cancer from Glyphosate---

 

   Members of both parties say glyphosate is dangerous---but regulatory agencies conclude glyphosate is unlikely to cause cancer---

  Something our listeners on the farms—should be reading—watching for and become aware of what both sides are saying---

 

-----------and--------------

   We’ll visit with your 4th year student Aaron Fest—a little later this morning----

 

Good news for Emily’s Hope—they have received more than a half million dollar grant from the South Dakota Opioid Settlement Fund—we’ll talk with Angela Kennecke next---

 

9:16/00—KELO Commercials

9:17/30---Wellness 2

  Angela Kennecke—Founder and CEO of Emily’s Hope has joined us to explain the Grant from SD Opioid Settlement’s Fund that could do as Angela hopes---to position Emily’s Hope as the KEY Partner in the State’s long-term strategy to prevent substance misuse before it starts.

 

  Angela talk us thru the more than a half million grant and what you see it could do---

   --the project is a collaboration with the SD Dept of Social Services (DSS) and Prevention Resource Centers across SD, positioning Emily’s Hope as a key partner in the state’s long-term strategy to prevent substance misuse before it starts---

 

“In 2019---I simply asked people to help me building something that could save lives, and the response was overwhelming.”

 

Addition medicine physicians, substance use disorder counselors, educators, school counselors and so many others stepped ---“what we built together ---as a community that we built together ---as a community, out of love and loss—is now reaching tens of thousands of students and has earned the trust of the state of South Dakota. This grant is a POWERFUL VOTE OF CONIDENCE in every person who believed in this work from the very beginning.

   You have developed a comprehensive K-12 substance use prevention curriculum that is already making a measurable difference across South Dakota and yes beyond.

   The curriculum was built by a panel of experts, including addition medicine physicians, substance use disorder counselors, educators, and school counselors, ensuring its content is clinically grounded and classroom-ready.

    You wrote the K-8 books –Emily’s sister and a professional animator and illustrator who graduated from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design---  what a story all of this has been---and we all should continue to followup---

   What else should we know—and what else do you see coming ahead---

   People needing more information—is there a place they can get their fill and provide help as well?

   We’re here to help and we know so many others are as well.

   We’ll say some prayers---take a news break—come back

9:29/00—KELO Commercial 

9:31/00---Fox Business News--------

9:32/30---Wellness Wednesday------

Mary Michaels—AARP joins us----to share what they are doing and what you should know----

April is Fraud Prevention Month – Celebrating a Win Against Virtual Currency Kiosk Fraud

 

Spokesperson: Erik Nelson, AARP South Dakota Advocacy Director

 

According to the Federal Trade Commission, consumers in South Dakota reported $20.5 million stolen by fraud in the first three quarters of 2025. During that same time period, South Dakota residents made 3,575 fraud reports. In response, AARP is taking action this April during Fraud Prevention Month, bringing free in-person and virtual events, workshops and fraud-prevention resources directly to communities in South Dakota and across the country. [Read more for a complete story available to use.]

 

Governor Rhoden Signs Bill to Fight Virtual Currency Kiosk Fraud

 

AARP South Dakota’s flagship bill during the 2026 Legislative Session was Senate Bill 98 (SB 98), which implements safeguards around virtual currency kiosks (also called crypto kiosks). Governor Rhoden signed this bill into law, so it will take effect on July 1. [What does the bill do? Read here.]

 

WATCH OUR FACEBOOK PAGE ON THURSDAY FOR A FUN VIDEO FROM OUR VOLUNTEERS ON FIGHTING FRAUD.

 

 

 

 

AARP South Dakota: Celebrating National Volunteer Month

Spokesperson: Lindsey Holmquest, AARP South Dakota Community Outreach Director

 

With a small staff team located in Sioux Falls, AARP South Dakota relies on the time and talents of nearly 200 volunteers statewide helping to empower people to choose how they want to live as they age. Volunteers can help lead events, give community presentations, assist with Smart Driver classes and Tax-Aide services and much more. We honored some of our volunteers earlier this year for their leadership. [Read More]                   

Economic Value of Family Caregiving in South Dakota Reaches $2.5 Billion Annually

Spokesperson: Mary Michaels, AARP South Dakota Communications Director

South Dakota’s family caregivers – 150,000 of them – now provide $2.5 billion worth of labor each year, according to a new AARP report. Most of this work is unpaid, yet it forms the backbone of the nation’s long-term care system that is essential to helping millions of older adults live independently at home.[Read More]

UPCOMING EVENTS

Free Fraud Flicks in Aberdeen, Rapid City and Sioux Falls

In honor of our Fraud Prevention Month, we invite you to come for a great movie and leave with tools that help keep you fraud‑free. The events are free, but registration is required.

 

Catch Me if You Can

Date: Monday, April 21 at 7 p.m.  (doors open at 6:15 p.m.)

April is Fraud Prevention Month – Celebrating a Win Against VirtualCurrency Kiosk FraudSpokesperson: Erik Nelson, AARP South Dakota Advocacy Director

 

According to the Federal Trade Commission, consumers in South Dakota reported $20.5 million stolen by fraud in the first three quarters of 2025. During that same time period, South Dakota residents made 3,575 fraud reports. In response, AARP is taking action this April during Fraud Prevention Month, bringing free in-person and virtual events, workshops and fraud-prevention resources directly to communities in South Dakota and across the country. [Read more for a complete story available to use.]

 

Governor Rhoden Signs Bill to Fight Virtual Currency Kiosk Fraud

AARP South Dakota’s flagship bill during the 2026 Legislative Session was Senate Bill 98 (SB 98), which implements safeguards around virtual currency kiosks (also called crypto kiosks). Governor Rhoden signed this bill into law, so it will take effect on July 1. [What does the bill do? Read here.]

 

WATCH OUR FACEBOOK PAGE ON THURSDAY FOR A FUN VIDEO FROM OUR VOLUNTEERS ON FIGHTING FRAUD.

 

April is Fraud Prevention Month – Celebrating a Win Against Virtual Currency Kiosk Fraud

Spokesperson: Erik Nelson, AARP South Dakota Advocacy Director

 

According to the Federal Trade Commission, consumers in South Dakota reported $20.5 million stolen by fraud in the first three quarters of 2025. During that same time period, South Dakota residents made 3,575 fraud reports. In response, AARP is taking action this April during Fraud Prevention Month, bringing free in-person and virtual events, workshops and fraud-prevention resources directly to communities in South Dakota and across the country. [Read more for a complete story available to use.]

 

Governor Rhoden Signs Bill to Fight Virtual Currency Kiosk Fraud

AARP South Dakota’s flagship bill during the 2026 Legislative Session was Senate Bill 98 (SB 98), which implements safeguards around virtual currency kiosks (also called crypto kiosks). Governor Rhoden signed this bill into law, so it will take effect on July 1. [What does the bill do? Read here.]

 

WATCH OUR FACEBOOK PAGE ON THURSDAY FOR A FUN VIDEO FROM OUR VOLUNTEERS ON FIGHTING FRAUD.

 


AARP South Dakota: Celebrating National Volunteer Month

Spokesperson: Lindsey Holmquest, AARP South Dakota Community Outreach Director

 

With a small staff team located in Sioux Falls, AARP South Dakota relies on the time and talents of nearly 200 volunteers statewide helping to empower people to choose how they want to live as they age. Volunteers can help lead events, give community presentations, assist with Smart Driver classes and Tax-Aide services and much more. We honored some of our volunteers earlier this year for their leadership. [Read More]

 

                    
Economic Value of Family Caregiving in South Dakota Reaches $2.5 Billion Annually

Spokesperson: Mary Michaels, AARP South Dakota Communications Director

 

South Dakota’s family caregivers – 150,000 of them – now provide $2.5 billion worth of labor each year, according to a new AARP report. Most of this work is unpaid, yet it forms the backbone of the nation’s long-term care system that is essential to helping millions of older adults live independently at home.[Read More]

 


UPCOMING EVENTS

 

Free Fraud Flicks in Aberdeen, Rapid City and Sioux Falls

In honor of our Fraud Prevention Month, we invite you to come for a great movie and leave with tools that help keep you fraud‑free. The events are free, but registration is required.

 

Catch Me if You Can

Date: Monday, April 21 at 7 p.m.  (doors open at 6:15 p.m.)

April is Fraud Prevention Month – Celebrating a Win Against Virtual Currency Kiosk Fraud

Spokesperson: Erik Nelson, AARP South Dakota Advocacy Director

 

According to the Federal Trade Commission, consumers in South Dakota reported $20.5 million stolen by fraud in the first three quarters of 2025. During that same time period, South Dakota residents made 3,575 fraud reports. In response, AARP is taking action this April during Fraud Prevention Month, bringing free in-person and virtual events, workshops and fraud-prevention resources directly to communities in South Dakota and across the country. [Read more for a complete story available to use.]

 

Governor Rhoden Signs Bill to Fight Virtual Currency Kiosk Fraud

AARP South Dakota’s flagship bill during the 2026 Legislative Session was Senate Bill 98 (SB 98), which implements safeguards around virtual currency kiosks (also called crypto kiosks). Governor Rhoden signed this bill into law, so it will take effect on July 1. [What does the bill do? Read here.]

 

WATCH OUR FACEBOOK PAGE ON THURSDAY FOR A FUN VIDEO FROM OUR VOLUNTEERS ON FIGHTING FRAUD.

 


AARP South Dakota: Celebrating National Volunteer Month

Spokesperson: Lindsey Holmquest, AARP South Dakota Community Outreach Director

 

With a small staff team located in Sioux Falls, AARP South Dakota relies on the time and talents of nearly 200 volunteers statewide helping to empower people to choose how they want to live as they age. Volunteers can help lead events, give community presentations, assist with Smart Driver classes and Tax-Aide services and much more. We honored some of our volunteers earlier this year for their leadership. [Read More]

 

                    
Economic Value of Family Caregiving in South Dakota Reaches $2.5 Billion Annually

Spokesperson: Mary Michaels, AARP South Dakota Communications Director

 

South Dakota’s family caregivers – 150,000 of them – now provide $2.5 billion worth of labor each year, according to a new AARP report. Most of this work is unpaid, yet it forms the backbone of the nation’s long-term care system that is essential to helping millions of older adults live independently at home.[Read More]

 


UPCOMING EVENTS

 

Free Fraud Flicks in Aberdeen, Rapid City and Sioux Falls

In honor of our Fraud Prevention Month, we invite you to come for a great movie and leave with tools that help keep you fraud‑free. The events are free, but registration is required.

 

Catch Me if You Can

Date: Monday, April 21 at 7 p.m.  (doors open at 6:15 p.m.)


AARP South Dakota: Celebrating National Volunteer Month

Spokesperson: Lindsey Holmquest, AARP South Dakota Community Outreach Director

 

With a small staff team located in Sioux Falls, AARP South Dakota relies on the time and talents of nearly 200 volunteers statewide helping to empower people to choose how they want to live as they age. Volunteers can help lead events, give community presentations, assist with Smart Driver classes and Tax-Aide services and much more. We honored some of our volunteers earlier this year for their leadership. [Read More]

 

                    
Economic Value of Family Caregiving in South Dakota Reaches $2.5 Billion Annually

Spokesperson: Mary Michaels, AARP South Dakota Communications Director

 

South Dakota’s family caregivers – 150,000 of them – now provide $2.5 billion worth of labor each year, according to a new AARP report. Most of this work is unpaid, yet it forms the backbone of the nation’s long-term care system that is essential to helping millions of older adults live independently at home.[Read More]

 


UPCOMING EVENTS 

Free Fraud Flicks in Aberdeen, Rapid City and Sioux Falls

In honor of our Fraud Prevention Month, we invite you to come for a great movie and leave with tools that help keep you fraud‑free. The events are free, but registration is required.

 

Catch Me if You Can

Date: Monday, April 21 at 7 p.m.  (doors open at 6:15 p.m.)

Location: Aberdeen Community Theater, 417 South Main Street, Aberdeen, SD 57401

View details

 

Catch Me if You Can

Date: Thursday, April 23 at 7 p.m. Mountain Time (doors open at 6:15 p.m.)

Location: AMC CLASSIC Rapid City 10, 230 Knollwood Drive, Rapid City, SD 5770

 

----Mary Michaels---AARP

----one more Wellness Stop—tied to Gerri Eide---SDFA

9:45/00—KELO Commercial

9:46/40---Wellness Wednesday—and SD FFA

SD event---and lead into 10:00 with the topics there---

 

Geri Eide called at 605-765-4865—can be you Geri with an overview---

 

9:55/55----KELO Commercials

9:57/00----Wellness and Ag Show too

 

------Monday---rehash

----look to Tuesday and the events

 

-----Our time is up—thank you for yours…

 

April 15, 2026 9AM - It's Your Business - Working on Wellness Wednesday

April 14, 2026—10-11—South Dakota Farmers Union Show—51-73

(((FROM the BLACKBURN STUDIOS in Downtown Sioux Falls—Become a Blackburn PROTECTED HOME

 

(((MUSIC---THIS OLE HOUSE)))

((((YEE HAH –I’m Bill Zortman and WELCOME to the South Dakota Farmers Union Show—part of our ORIGINAL It’s YOUR Business Series—and Show 51-73

 

   I’m Bill Zortman and Welcome to the South Dakota Farmers Union Show----a show we do traditionally on the 2nd Tuesday of the month in the 10:00 HOUR---It’s a Show South Dakota Farmers Union has done with me and you our audience for more than a dozen years—without a break.

 

   The man with the most experience is Doug Sombke---(((605-350-4211)—President of the South Dakota Farmers Union---

 

   As we start the show this morning---what is the most important farm fueled fact you can share with our audience---what are they concerned with are they proud of ---and where is this farm year headed –as you see it?

 

  -----------Doug---------------
Where are we---and where do you think we are headed in 2026?

------Doug---------------
Biggest concern for your members and their families—mid-way in April-------
The economy----how is it affecting your membership—and their families-------
The strength of South Dakota Farmers Union----and what you need most to happen this year---here---there—and even world-wide

Doug Sombke---President South Dakota Farmers Union---

 

---------One good thing about this South Dakota Farmers Union Show is that the National Farmers Union President—Rob Larew makes more monthly shows then misses them---

   

   This morning on your to do list is
Fertilizer Prices
Input cost raising
Country-of-origin labeling
A few of the topics that Farmers Union members have expressed their concerns to you here in the first 4 months of 2026---and what they need to have happen –to be a year they will want to remember?
Ag-wise what you see farmers need as a group around this country to have a year they will continue to talk about---

 

   Rob Larew—President of National Farmers Union—thanks for your leadership---and know we always appreciate hearing from you with your thoughts on where we are and where ag could well be headed.

 

   When we come-back—a visit Gerri Eide---Leader of all Stuff STATE FFA Convention NExT

 

9:17/30---SD Farmers Union Commercials

9:19/00---Farmers Union 2

 

   Welcome back to the South Dakota Farmers Union Show—and what a nice partnership this morning to be able to visit with Gerri Eide—sharing –all stuff of the State FFA Convention that is now ready to open

-----------Gerri—set the stage if you will for that State Convention—the times—where it is –and the theme this year---

-----------------Gerri-----------

    For those that don’t know how many South Dakota FFA Members are there---and what do you see as key in 2026?

  ----------------Gerri-----------

    You do have a new State FFA President –can you introduce us to Tyler Strasser2007@icloud-com

   ----------------Gerri-----------

 

     Tyler if you will---where are you from---and why did you want to be the State President---and what projects do you want to get accomplished before your year gets rolling and becomes a part of history?

   ----------------Tyler------------

     You family---your connection----and after your highly successful year-----as President---how do you want to go out into the world---

-------------------Tyler--------------

     Tell us about your FFA Officers for 2026---

-------------------Tyler---------------

    Tyler Strasser we would like to have you join us in future shows to share what projects your Officers are completing---and what you learning—

 

   Just ahead---after Fox Business News---and mid break—we’ll visit  with Kristy Smith---Farm Service Agency—Direct Farm Loan Programs

 

9:29/00—Commercials

9:30/00---Fox Biz News

9:32/30---Farmers Union 3

----when last we spoke we introduced you to Kristy Smith--

   You will be talking to us about the Farm Service Agency—Director Farm Loan Programs

    Farm Ownership (FO) $600,000
Eligibility Note—applicant must have participated in the business operation of a farm for at least 3 out of the last 10 years

---Discuss your situation with an FSA Loan Official

---Purchase farm/ranch, enlarge an existing farm, construct new farm buildings, improve existing farm buildings, pay closing costs

. Purchase farm/ranch, en large an existing farm, construct new farm buildings improve existing farm buildings, pay closing costs

.up to 40-year term

         Joint Financial 50/50 with commercial lender $600,000

   -----Discounted rate—2% less than the Direct Farm Ownership Rate Floor of 2.5%

   -----Up to 40-year Term

…Downpayment Program--$300,150 -5% down, 45% FSA Fianciang & 50% commercial financing

    ----Beginner Farmer/Rancher, Socially disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers ONLY

       -Added beginning farm eligibility -Does not own real farm property that exceeds 30% of the average acreage of the farms in the country where the property is located

   -Discounted rate 4% below the Direct Farm Ownership Rate with a floor if 1.5%

   .Microloan: $50,000 –for farm ownership and operating purposes

Operating (OL) $400,000

   .Annual Operating Expenses

   .Livestock, machinery & Equipment purchases

   .Terms  1- 7 Years

Microloan: $50,000

  .For operating or farm ownership purposes

  .Non-traditional operations and specialty operations

  .Ideal for small and beginning farmers with a simplified application process

 

 YOUTH LOAN---$10,000

 . Ages 10-20 years

 . Participate in 4-H FFA or similar organization

 . used to finance income producing Ag-related projects that ae modest in size

 . Repayment Term 1-7 years

 

  Beginning Farmer Definition:

  .Has not operated a farm or ranch for more than 10 years

  .Farm Ownership Loans added beginning farmer/rancher cannot own real property that exceeds 30% of the county average where the property is located

   Discuss options with your local FSA Loan officer, as no two farms are alike and there are more details that we can review in a short 5-minute segment. SD has amazing Farm Loan Program Staff who can work with many types and kinds of operations---reach out and make them connect with them----

 

10;47/00—Commercials—Farmers Union Show

10:48/30---Farmers Union Show

-----Discussion----where we are---where we are going—and the hopes for the spring and summer of 2026---

 

10:53/00---Commercials---Farmers Union Show

10:54/30---Show close---

---Laura Edwards—South Dakota Climatologist---

----what she sees and where we are going---

 

  Closing---events ahead- next week---and for the summer that can’t be far away

 

----our time is up—thank you for yours

 

April 14, 2026&mdash;10-11&mdash;South Dakota Farmers Union Show&mdash;51-73
(((FROM the BLACKBURN STUDIOS in Downtown Sioux Falls&mdash;Become a Blackburn PROTECTED HOME
&nbsp;
(((MUSIC---THIS OLE HOUSE)))
((((YEE HAH &ndash;I&rsquo;m Bill Zortman and WELCOME to the South Dakota Farmers Union Show&mdash;part of our ORIGINAL It&rsquo;s YOUR Business Series&mdash;and Show 51-73
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; I&rsquo;m Bill Zortman and Welcome to the South Dakota Farmers Union Show----a show we do traditionally on the 2nd&nbsp;Tuesday of the month in the 10:00 HOUR---It&rsquo;s a Show South Dakota Farmers Union has done with me and you our audience for more than a dozen years&mdash;without a break.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; The man with the most experience is Doug Sombke---(((605-350-4211)&mdash;President of the South Dakota Farmers Union---
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; As we start the show this morning---what is the most important farm fueled fact you can share with our audience---what are they concerned with are they proud of ---and where is this farm year headed &ndash;as you see it?
&nbsp;
&nbsp; -----------Doug---------------
<ul>
<li>Where are we---and where do you think we are headed in 2026?</li>
</ul>
------Doug---------------
<ul>
<li>Biggest concern for your members and their families&mdash;mid-way in April-------</li>
<li>The economy----how is it affecting your membership&mdash;and their families-------</li>
<li>The strength of South Dakota Farmers Union----and what you need most to happen this year---here---there&mdash;and even world-wide</li>
</ul>
Doug Sombke---President South Dakota Farmers Union---
&nbsp;
---------One good thing about this South Dakota Farmers Union Show is that the National Farmers Union President&mdash;Rob Larew makes more monthly shows then misses them---
&nbsp; &nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; This morning on your to do list is
<ul>
<li>Fertilizer Prices</li>
<li>Input cost raising</li>
<li>Country-of-origin labeling</li>
<li>A few of the topics that Farmers Union members have expressed their concerns to you here in the first 4 months of 2026---and what they need to have happen &ndash;to be a year they will want to remember?</li>
<li>Ag-wise what you see farmers need as a group around this country to have a year they will continue to talk about---</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; Rob Larew&mdash;President of National Farmers Union&mdash;thanks for your leadership---and know we always appreciate hearing from you with your thoughts on where we are and where ag could well be headed.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; When we come-back&mdash;a visit Gerri Eide---Leader of all Stuff STATE FFA Convention NExT
&nbsp;
9:17/30---SD Farmers Union Commercials
9:19/00---Farmers Union 2
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; Welcome back to the South Dakota Farmers Union Show&mdash;and what a nice partnership this morning to be able to visit with Gerri Eide&mdash;sharing &ndash;all stuff of the State FFA Convention that is now ready to open
-----------Gerri&mdash;set the stage if you will for that State Convention&mdash;the times&mdash;where it is &ndash;and the theme this year---
-----------------Gerri-----------
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; For those that don&rsquo;t know how many South Dakota FFA Members are there---and what do you see as key in 2026?
&nbsp; ----------------Gerri-----------
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; You do have a new State FFA President &ndash;can you introduce us to Tyler Strasser2007@icloud-com
&nbsp;&nbsp; ----------------Gerri-----------
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Tyler if you will---where are you from---and why did you want to be the State President---and what projects do you want to get accomplished before your year gets rolling and becomes a part of history?
&nbsp;&nbsp; ----------------Tyler------------
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; You family---your connection----and after your highly successful year-----as President---how do you want to go out into the world---
-------------------Tyler--------------
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Tell us about your FFA Officers for 2026---
-------------------Tyler---------------
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Tyler Strasser we would like to have you join us in future shows to share what projects your Officers are completing---and what you learning&mdash;
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; Just ahead---after Fox Business News---and mid break&mdash;we&rsquo;ll visit&nbsp; with Kristy Smith---Farm Service Agency&mdash;Direct Farm Loan Programs
&nbsp;
9:29/00&mdash;Commercials
9:30/00---Fox Biz News
9:32/30---Farmers Union 3
----when last we spoke we introduced you to Kristy Smith--
&nbsp;&nbsp; You will be talking to us about the Farm Service Agency&mdash;Director Farm Loan Programs
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Farm Ownership (FO) $600,000
<ul>
<li>Eligibility Note&mdash;applicant must have participated in the business operation of a farm for at least 3 out of the last 10 years</li>
</ul>
---Discuss your situation with an FSA Loan Official
---Purchase farm/ranch, enlarge an existing farm, construct new farm buildings, improve existing farm buildings, pay closing costs
. Purchase farm/ranch, en large an existing farm, construct new farm buildings improve existing farm buildings, pay closing costs
.up to 40-year term
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Joint Financial 50/50 with commercial lender $600,000
&nbsp;&nbsp; -----Discounted rate&mdash;2% less than the Direct Farm Ownership Rate Floor of 2.5%
&nbsp;&nbsp; -----Up to 40-year Term
&hellip;Downpayment Program--$300,150 -5% down, 45% FSA Fianciang &amp; 50% commercial financing
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; ----Beginner Farmer/Rancher, Socially disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers ONLY
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -Added beginning farm eligibility -Does not own real farm property that exceeds 30% of the average acreage of the farms in the country where the property is located
&nbsp;&nbsp; -Discounted rate 4% below the Direct Farm Ownership Rate with a floor if 1.5%
&nbsp;&nbsp; .Microloan: $50,000 &ndash;for farm ownership and operating purposes
Operating (OL) $400,000
&nbsp;&nbsp; .Annual Operating Expenses
&nbsp;&nbsp; .Livestock, machinery &amp; Equipment purchases
&nbsp;&nbsp; .Terms&nbsp; 1- 7 Years
Microloan: $50,000
&nbsp; .For operating or farm ownership purposes
&nbsp; .Non-traditional operations and specialty operations
&nbsp; .Ideal for small and beginning farmers with a simplified application process
&nbsp;
&nbsp;YOUTH LOAN---$10,000
&nbsp;. Ages 10-20 years
&nbsp;. Participate in 4-H FFA or similar organization
&nbsp;. used to finance income producing Ag-related projects that ae modest in size
&nbsp;. Repayment Term 1-7 years
&nbsp;
&nbsp; Beginning Farmer Definition:
&nbsp; .Has not operated a farm or ranch for more than 10 years
&nbsp; .Farm Ownership Loans added beginning farmer/rancher cannot own real property that exceeds 30% of the county average where the property is located
&nbsp;&nbsp; Discuss options with your local FSA Loan officer, as no two farms are alike and there are more details that we can review in a short 5-minute segment. SD has amazing Farm Loan Program Staff who can work with many types and kinds of operations---reach out and make them connect with them----
&nbsp;
10;47/00&mdash;Commercials&mdash;Farmers Union Show
10:48/30---Farmers Union Show
-----Discussion----where we are---where we are going&mdash;and the hopes for the spring and summer of 2026---
&nbsp;
10:53/00---Commercials---Farmers Union Show
10:54/30---Show close---
---Laura Edwards&mdash;South Dakota Climatologist---
----what she sees and where we are going---
&nbsp;
&nbsp; Closing---events ahead- next week---and for the summer that can&rsquo;t be far away
&nbsp;
----our time is up&mdash;thank you for yours
&nbsp;

April 14, 2026 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with SD Farmers Union

April 14, 2026---9-10---It’s YOUR Business-----Show-51-72

(((From the BLACKBURN Studios in Downtown Sioux Falls-Become a Blackburn PROTECTED HOME

 

((MUSIC---This OLE HOUSE)))

(((Yee HAH---I’m Bill Zortman and Welcome to It’s YOUR Agri Business—Show 51-72 in our ORIGINAL IT’s YOUR Business Series.

 

   OUR VERY GOOD FRIENDS from SOUTH DAKOTA FARMERS UNION are back in the building for our 10:00 Show this morning—something we’ve been doing for more than a dozen years---we will visit with the President of National Farmers Union----Rob Larew---South Dakota Farmers Union President Doug Sombke---along with Gerri EDIE—all stuff State FFA Convention coming up Next Week---

 

   But this hour---we start with Congressman Dusty Johnson with an update on what he is seeing in DC with all the interesting talks and his race for Governor –in a field of four.

   Congressman---good morning to you--- lots of tough times out there in several parts of the world---where are we---what do you see----and for those that are scared to-death---what would you tell them?

----------------Dusty-------------------

   We could talk more internationally---but what messages do you bring to our audience this morning---that our listeners  want to know about--

----------------Dusty-------------------

   Dusty----most asked inquiries you are getting as we march thru the mid-part of April 2026---

----------------Dusty-------------------

   The race itself---4 candidates---and the biggest concerns---South Dakotan’s seem to have----

-----------------Dusty------------------

    Your schedule---how you handled the forums----and what points you still think you should be making?

-----------------Dusty------------------

    Dusty Johnson—thanks for all you do-----

 ---when we come back—we will talk Pancake Days   Pancake Days -------today

9:17/00—KELO Commercials

9:18/30---biz 2

 

Todd Smith from Lions Club Pancake Days will interview with Bill Zortman on It's Your Business. 

69th Annual Sioux Falls Lions Clubs Pancake Days
At the Sioux Falls Convention Center

•    Lions Club Pancake Days is an annual family tradition – and it’s back today and Wednesday!  (April 14th & 15th)

•    Enjoy all-you-can-eat scrumptious pancakes topped with syrup from Hy-Vee, mouth-watering smokies, coffee, milk, juice … and top it all off with a bowl of delicious Wells Blue Bunny ice cream!

•    Tickets are $12 at the door; children 6 and under with parent / family are free.

•    The Sioux Falls Lions Clubs combine to serve over 8,000 people during the 2-day pancake feed!  That’s approximately 60,000 delicious pancakes & 40,000 smokies (made just for this event).

•    Trained Lions volunteers are flipping thousands of pancakes per hour to keep the line moving.

•    Proceeds from Pancake Days helps the Sioux Falls Lions Clubs raise vital funds to support community projects and assist those in need around the world.  Every dollar raised goes back into the community and toward global initiatives that make a difference.

•    With 11 grills and trained Lions Club volunteers, they can serve a lot of pancakes pretty quickly!  Bring the whole family for breakfast, lunch, and supper!

When

Tuesday Apr 14, 2026 ⋅ 9am – 9:30am  (Central Time )

----------when we come back---

  We’ll talk more including a big event next week----that plugs our kids in------with FFA---

 

All following Fox Business News

9:29/00—KELO Commercials

9:30/30---Fox Business News

9:32/30---Business 3

   Coming up in our 1:00—South Dakota Farmers Union monthly visit—we’ll be talking with those FFA Members that are ready to step up for the 2026 State Convention—April 20-22nd in Brookings at SDSU---

 

   This hour—Geri Eide is with us to talk a little about FFA---that helps support more than 6500 members across 113 Chapters Statewide. The

Organizations mission is to build strong leaders, encourage personal growth and support career success thru agricultural education, which guides both the annual convention and year-round programming. By bringing chapters together in one place, the convention bridges classroom instruction with real-world application and industry engagement---

   With the 2026 State FFA Convention—it will feature a wide range of activities designed to challenge, inspire and celebrate members

 

·        Career and leadership development events---allows to students to compete in events that test their technical knowledge, communication abilities and problem solving skills across ag disciplines

·        Members will be honored for their dedication and achievement including the presentation of the prestigious State FFA Degree

·        With members from communities across South Dakota—the convention fosters meaningful connections among students, ag industry leaders, sponsors and alumni.

·        SD FFA is a premier youth organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success thru ag education

  

---we’ll get you ready for the South Dakota Farmers Union monthly show coming up at 9:00---and yes the show features not only those growing up in FFA---SD Farmers Union---and our friend Rob LaRew-who is President of the National Farmers Union.

 

   We’ll take a break—get you ready for Restaurant Week—that show-cases Culinary Creativity in Downtown Sioux Falls--and set the stage for the April Farmers Unions when we come back…

For April 9th to the 23rd—

 

9:46/00—KELO Commercials

9:47/30---Business Show 4

   Brandon Hanson—Downtown Sioux Falls wants us to share that Restaurant Week returns tomorrow Showcasing Culinary Creativity in Downtown Sioux Falls

   Food lovers are invited to explore the vibrant culinary scene of Downtown Sioux Falls during Downtown Restaurant Week running from tomorrow April 9th thru the 23rd.

   Seventeen participating Downtown restaurants will feature specialty dishes not normally available on their menus—offering a unique opportunity to sample creative appetizers, entrees, and/or deserts from some of the district’s most popular dining locations.

   Sponsored by Hungry for Truth and Dacotah Bank, Downtown Restaurant Week celebrates the talent, passion and innovation of Downtown chefs while encouraging locals and visitors alike to try something new. From elevated comfort food to globally inspired cuisine, this event brings together a wide range of flavors and dining styles that reflect the diversity of tase and community in our Downtown Sioux Falls.

    2026 participating restuarants include: Bibisol, Blarney Stone, Cascata, Chef Lance on Phillips, Crave, Crawford’s, DaDa Gastropub, Harvester Kitchen, Josiah’s Coffeehouse, Maribella, Minervas, Nunzio’s, Parker’s Bistro, R Win Bar @ Kitchen, Sanaa’s Gourmet Kitchen, Shenanigans, and the Phillips Avenue Diner.

 

   Thruout the event, diners are encouraged to share their experiences thru a Downtown dining survey featured in the DTSF App—helping shape the future of the Downtown food scene. In addition both event sponsors and select participating chefs will be spotlighted in the DTSF podcast—HELLO DOWNTOWN---offering behind the scenes insight into the people and stories behind the plates.

   This is a time to revisit your favorite spots and explore new ones-there are plenty of delicious options to savor.

    Brandon suggests---Get out—try something new and experience Downtown Sioux Falls—yes---one dish at a time.

 

    We’ll talk more in our Friday Family show 9-10…

 

  ---------we’ll get you ready for the South Dakota Farmers Union Monthly Farm Show—when our It’s YOUR Business returns.

 

9:55/50---KELO Commercials

9:57/30---Business 5

   It’s one of those Tuesday’s 10-11---that has featuring South Dakota Farmers Union on Tuesday---and Farm Bureau Thursday –10-11..

 

   Agriculture is the #1 industry in South Dakota----and trust me—we work with farm organizations that enjoy sharing what they are doing—who they are doing it with---and what you should know whether you are in agriculture or just count on it alike.

   This morning—you’ll hear from South Dakota Farmers Union President Doug Sombke---National Farmers Union President Rob Larew—who will include discussion on fertilizer prices---input cost raising---country of origin labeling as well---

   Doug Sombke will be in he studio---as will Gerri Eide—who gives us a lot of the young and old like working for the State FFA Convention

   You’ll meet the State FFA President—Tyler Stasser---

   We’ll talk about the Farm Service Agency—Direct Farm Loan Programs—and what eligibility you need

    You’ll learn what the beginning farmer definition is----

   And we’ll hear from South Dakota State Climatologist Laura Edwards.

 

   Quite the show—and we promise whether you are in agriculture or just know the importance of it---you’ll get your fill.

 

   For Now—our time is up—thank you for yours…

April 14, 2026---9-10---It&rsquo;s YOUR Business-----Show-51-72
(((From the BLACKBURN Studios in Downtown Sioux Falls-Become a Blackburn PROTECTED HOME
&nbsp;
((MUSIC---This OLE HOUSE)))
(((Yee HAH---I&rsquo;m Bill Zortman and Welcome to It&rsquo;s YOUR Agri Business&mdash;Show 51-72 in our ORIGINAL IT&rsquo;s YOUR Business Series.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; OUR VERY GOOD FRIENDS from SOUTH DAKOTA FARMERS UNION are back in the building for our 10:00 Show this morning&mdash;something we&rsquo;ve been doing for more than a dozen years---we will visit with the President of National Farmers Union----Rob Larew---South Dakota Farmers Union President Doug Sombke---along with Gerri EDIE&mdash;all stuff State FFA Convention coming up Next Week---
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; But this hour---we start with Congressman Dusty Johnson with an update on what he is seeing in DC with all the interesting talks and his race for Governor &ndash;in a field of four.
&nbsp;&nbsp; Congressman---good morning to you--- lots of tough times out there in several parts of the world---where are we---what do you see----and for those that are scared to-death---what would you tell them?
----------------Dusty-------------------
&nbsp;&nbsp; We could talk more internationally---but what messages do you bring to our audience this morning---that our listeners&nbsp; want to know about--
----------------Dusty-------------------
&nbsp;&nbsp; Dusty----most asked inquiries you are getting as we march thru the mid-part of April 2026---
----------------Dusty-------------------
&nbsp;&nbsp; The race itself---4 candidates---and the biggest concerns---South Dakotan&rsquo;s seem to have----
-----------------Dusty------------------
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Your schedule---how you handled the forums----and what points you still think you should be making?
-----------------Dusty------------------
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Dusty Johnson&mdash;thanks for all you do-----
&nbsp;---when we come back&mdash;we will talk Pancake Days&nbsp;&nbsp; Pancake Days -------today
9:17/00&mdash;KELO Commercials
9:18/30---biz 2
&nbsp;
Todd Smith from Lions Club Pancake Days will interview with Bill Zortman on It's Your Business.&nbsp; 69th Annual Sioux Falls Lions Clubs Pancake Days At the Sioux Falls Convention Center &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Lions Club Pancake Days is an annual family tradition &ndash; and it&rsquo;s back today and Wednesday! &nbsp;(April 14th &amp; 15th) &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Enjoy all-you-can-eat scrumptious pancakes topped with syrup from Hy-Vee, mouth-watering smokies, coffee, milk, juice &hellip; and top it all off with a bowl of delicious Wells Blue Bunny ice cream! &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Tickets are $12 at the door; children 6 and under with parent / family are free. &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;The Sioux Falls Lions Clubs combine to serve over 8,000 people during the 2-day pancake feed!&nbsp; That&rsquo;s approximately 60,000 delicious pancakes &amp; 40,000 smokies (made just for this event). &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Trained Lions volunteers are flipping thousands of pancakes per hour to keep the line moving. &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;Proceeds from Pancake Days helps the Sioux Falls Lions Clubs raise vital funds to support community projects and assist those in need around the world.&nbsp; Every dollar raised goes back into the community and toward global initiatives that make a difference. &bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;With 11 grills and trained Lions Club volunteers, they can serve a lot of pancakes pretty quickly!&nbsp; Bring the whole family for breakfast, lunch, and supper!
When
Tuesday Apr 14, 2026&nbsp;&sdot;&nbsp;9am &ndash; 9:30am &nbsp;(Central Time )
----------when we come back---
&nbsp; We&rsquo;ll talk more including a big event next week----that plugs our kids in------with FFA---
&nbsp;
All following Fox Business News
9:29/00&mdash;KELO Commercials
9:30/30---Fox Business News
9:32/30---Business 3
&nbsp;&nbsp; Coming up in our 1:00&mdash;South Dakota Farmers Union monthly visit&mdash;we&rsquo;ll be talking with those FFA Members that are ready to step up for the 2026 State Convention&mdash;April 20-22nd&nbsp;in Brookings at SDSU---
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; This hour&mdash;Geri Eide is with us to talk a little about FFA---that helps support more than 6500 members across 113 Chapters Statewide. The
Organizations mission is to build strong leaders, encourage personal growth and support career success thru agricultural education, which guides both the annual convention and year-round programming. By bringing chapters together in one place, the convention bridges classroom instruction with real-world application and industry engagement---
&nbsp;&nbsp; With the 2026 State FFA Convention&mdash;it will feature a wide range of activities designed to challenge, inspire and celebrate members
&nbsp;
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Career and leadership development events---allows to students to compete in events that test their technical knowledge, communication abilities and problem solving skills across ag disciplines
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Members will be honored for their dedication and achievement including the presentation of the prestigious State FFA Degree
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;With members from communities across South Dakota&mdash;the convention fosters meaningful connections among students, ag industry leaders, sponsors and alumni.
&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;SD FFA is a premier youth organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success thru ag education
&nbsp;&nbsp;
---we&rsquo;ll get you ready for the South Dakota Farmers Union monthly show coming up at 9:00---and yes the show features not only those growing up in FFA---SD Farmers Union---and our friend Rob LaRew-who is President of the National Farmers Union.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; We&rsquo;ll take a break&mdash;get you ready for Restaurant Week&mdash;that show-cases Culinary Creativity in Downtown Sioux Falls--and set the stage for the April Farmers Unions when we come back&hellip;
For April 9th&nbsp;to the 23rd&mdash;
&nbsp;
9:46/00&mdash;KELO Commercials
9:47/30---Business Show 4
&nbsp;&nbsp; Brandon Hanson&mdash;Downtown Sioux Falls wants us to share that Restaurant Week returns tomorrow Showcasing Culinary Creativity in Downtown Sioux Falls
&nbsp;&nbsp; Food lovers are invited to explore the vibrant culinary scene of Downtown Sioux Falls during Downtown Restaurant Week running from tomorrow April 9th&nbsp;thru the 23rd.
&nbsp;&nbsp; Seventeen participating Downtown restaurants will feature specialty dishes not normally available on their menus&mdash;offering a unique opportunity to sample creative appetizers, entrees, and/or deserts from some of the district&rsquo;s most popular dining locations.
&nbsp;&nbsp; Sponsored by Hungry for Truth and Dacotah Bank, Downtown Restaurant Week celebrates the talent, passion and innovation of Downtown chefs while encouraging locals and visitors alike to try something new. From elevated comfort food to globally inspired cuisine, this event brings together a wide range of flavors and dining styles that reflect the diversity of tase and community in our Downtown Sioux Falls.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2026 participating restuarants include: Bibisol, Blarney Stone, Cascata, Chef Lance on Phillips, Crave, Crawford&rsquo;s, DaDa Gastropub, Harvester Kitchen, Josiah&rsquo;s Coffeehouse, Maribella, Minervas, Nunzio&rsquo;s, Parker&rsquo;s Bistro, R Win Bar @ Kitchen, Sanaa&rsquo;s Gourmet Kitchen, Shenanigans, and the Phillips Avenue Diner.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; Thruout the event, diners are encouraged to share their experiences thru a Downtown dining survey featured in the DTSF App&mdash;helping shape the future of the Downtown food scene. In addition both event sponsors and select participating chefs will be spotlighted in the DTSF podcast&mdash;HELLO DOWNTOWN---offering behind the scenes insight into the people and stories behind the plates.
&nbsp;&nbsp; This is a time to revisit your favorite spots and explore new ones-there are plenty of delicious options to savor.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Brandon suggests---Get out&mdash;try something new and experience Downtown Sioux Falls&mdash;yes---one dish at a time.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; We&rsquo;ll talk more in our Friday Family show 9-10&hellip;
&nbsp;
&nbsp; ---------we&rsquo;ll get you ready for the South Dakota Farmers Union Monthly Farm Show&mdash;when our It&rsquo;s YOUR Business returns.
&nbsp;
9:55/50---KELO Commercials
9:57/30---Business 5
&nbsp;&nbsp; It&rsquo;s one of those Tuesday&rsquo;s 10-11---that has featuring South Dakota Farmers Union on Tuesday---and Farm Bureau Thursday &ndash;10-11..
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; Agriculture is the #1 industry in South Dakota----and trust me&mdash;we work with farm organizations that enjoy sharing what they are doing&mdash;who they are doing it with---and what you should know whether you are in agriculture or just count on it alike.
&nbsp;&nbsp; This morning&mdash;you&rsquo;ll hear from South Dakota Farmers Union President Doug Sombke---National Farmers Union President Rob Larew&mdash;who will include discussion on fertilizer prices---input cost raising---country of origin labeling as well---
&nbsp;&nbsp; Doug Sombke will be in he studio---as will Gerri Eide&mdash;who gives us a lot of the young and old like working for the State FFA Convention
&nbsp;&nbsp; You&rsquo;ll meet the State FFA President&mdash;Tyler Stasser---
&nbsp;&nbsp; We&rsquo;ll talk about the Farm Service Agency&mdash;Direct Farm Loan Programs&mdash;and what eligibility you need
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; You&rsquo;ll learn what the beginning farmer definition is----
&nbsp;&nbsp; And we&rsquo;ll hear from South Dakota State Climatologist Laura Edwards.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; Quite the show&mdash;and we promise whether you are in agriculture or just know the importance of it---you&rsquo;ll get your fill.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp; For Now&mdash;our time is up&mdash;thank you for yours&hellip;

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