 South Dakota Farm Bureau Town & Country Show

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

It's Your Business

April 22, 2025 10AM - SD Farm Bureau Town & Country Show

Blog—May 14, 2025—10-11—It’s YOUR Agri Business---Show 48-22

  Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show  profiles the # industry in South Dakota. Agriculture. The story lines, the people, the events change—but what doesn’t change is the dedication we have to those working ag right here where we live.

  We started this show with Gail Gullickson—USDA---who announced several Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) enrollment opportunities for ag producers and landowners. USDA’s Farm Service Agency is now accepting offers for both the General and Continuous CRP beginning today thru June 7th. 

   CRP, USDA’s flagship program is celebrating its 40th Anniversary this year—and for four decades they have provided financial and technical support to ag producers and landowners who place unproductive or marginal cropland under contract for 10-15 years and who agree to voluntarily convert the land to beneficial vegetive cover to improve water quality, prevent soil erosion and support wildlife habitat. Gail was most helpful marching me thru the guts of the project—and it helps the listeners spread around the state to know what they have and even how to sign-up.

   Right behind Gail—Chrissy Meyer with May being American Stroke Month---the launched Mission: Lifeline Stroke in SD last October and this $5 million project is already making a big difference in our state. One of the most important factors in surviving and recovering from a stroke is getting to the right hospital that can provide the right treatment as quickly as possible. 

   As Chrissy pointed out –after you call 911—an estimated 800,000 people living in American who have a stroke each year getting the right care at the right time at the right facility really matters. That’s where Mission: Lifeline Stroke comes into play—building a system of care that allows for scientifically proven measures to be applied to every patient, every time. 

   Thanks Chrissy for the lesson. 

    Nolan Clarke---and Brent Baloun—talk our audience thru with all the government financial flying up and back and over and under that is going on—how they in agriculture, in business, newly married, golden long-time married can stay ahead of the money games that are changing all the time from the White House to halls of Congress. Don’t be afraid to ask the questions---and find out what would work best for you. 

    Sarah Heinrich---a sister from our Sister Station—in Fargo—gives us the Growing Harvest Network.

    Matt Swenson –the morning commodities--- wall street---and how you can reach Swenson Commodities—early morning to late afternoon.

    Teri Schmidt---Experience Sioux Falls and of course all of South Dakota—talked us thru the fabulous luncheon at the Sioux Falls Convention Center on Tuesday--- what an event—so many people thanked---and that is what Teri and her team make it great to be experiencing Sioux Falls. The entertainment was good—the food was great----and it was another reason to smile if you are helping in this community.

    Thanks Teri and Team. 

     Laurie Hoffman---talked us thru---the importance of the Blood Bank. I did give blood –this time I was at the readings that worked. The last time I was a point short. Lauri reminded me that you have to eat before you give. I didn’t and almost didn’t make it. What I did find out was all the years that my blood type has been O Positive—and now A Negative. They test to find out the type of blood you have so it goes to someone that is compatible. Glad they do—and perhaps I will eat breakfast next time---and won’t be cutting it so close as acceptable or unacceptable in donating.

    Glad to help—and hopefully others will give as well. 

    We closed the show---with an interview with SD Farmers Union Farm Family of the month—Andrew Streff –McCook County---the topic being passed the farm from the previous generation—and then getting prepared to pass to the next generation after you. Great story line---and I’m sure our listeners learned a thing or three.

    Our It’s YOUR Agri Business Show---is for those in the ag community and to allow those who count on the ag community to learn even more. Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App, Streaming on Line or just ask Alexa. Norm Anderson posts the podcast of the show. I select, prepare the questions for the show with the help of the guests, ask the questions—and write the blog that gives you a feel of what’s in show. Questions for me—feel free to call/text at 605-728-BILL or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog&mdash;May 14, 2025&mdash;10-11&mdash;It&rsquo;s YOUR Agri Business---Show 48-22
&nbsp;&nbsp;Our It&rsquo;s YOUR Agri Business Show&nbsp; profiles the # industry in South Dakota. Agriculture. The story lines, the people, the events change&mdash;but what doesn&rsquo;t change is the dedication we have to those working ag right here where we live.
&nbsp;&nbsp;We started this show with Gail Gullickson&mdash;USDA---who announced several Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) enrollment opportunities for ag producers and landowners. USDA&rsquo;s Farm Service Agency is now accepting offers for both the General and Continuous CRP beginning today thru June 7th.&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;CRP, USDA&rsquo;s flagship program is celebrating its 40th Anniversary this year&mdash;and for four decades they have provided financial and technical support to ag producers and landowners who place unproductive or marginal cropland under contract for 10-15 years and who agree to voluntarily convert the land to beneficial vegetive cover to improve water quality, prevent soil erosion and support wildlife habitat. Gail was most helpful marching me thru the guts of the project&mdash;and it helps the listeners spread around the state to know what they have and even how to sign-up.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Right behind Gail&mdash;Chrissy Meyer with May being American Stroke Month---the launched Mission: Lifeline Stroke in SD last October and this $5 million project is already making a big difference in our state. One of the most important factors in surviving and recovering from a stroke is getting to the right hospital that can provide the right treatment as quickly as possible.&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;As Chrissy pointed out &ndash;after you call 911&mdash;an estimated 800,000 people living in American who have a stroke each year getting the right care at the right time at the right facility really matters. That&rsquo;s where Mission: Lifeline Stroke comes into play&mdash;building a system of care that allows for scientifically proven measures to be applied to every patient, every time.&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Thanks Chrissy for the lesson.&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Nolan Clarke---and Brent Baloun&mdash;talk our audience thru with all the government financial flying up and back and over and under that is going on&mdash;how they in agriculture, in business, newly married, golden long-time married can stay ahead of the money games that are changing all the time from the White House to halls of Congress. Don&rsquo;t be afraid to ask the questions---and find out what would work best for you.&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sarah Heinrich---a sister from our Sister Station&mdash;in Fargo&mdash;gives us the Growing Harvest Network.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Matt Swenson &ndash;the morning commodities--- wall street---and how you can reach Swenson Commodities&mdash;early morning to late afternoon.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Teri Schmidt---Experience Sioux Falls and of course all of South Dakota&mdash;talked us thru the fabulous luncheon at the Sioux Falls Convention Center on Tuesday--- what an event&mdash;so many people thanked---and that is what Teri and her team make it great to be experiencing Sioux Falls. The entertainment was good&mdash;the food was great----and it was another reason to smile if you are helping in this community.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Thanks Teri and Team.&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Laurie Hoffman---talked us thru---the importance of the Blood Bank. I did give blood &ndash;this time I was at the readings that worked. The last time I was a point short. Lauri reminded me that you have to eat before you give. I didn&rsquo;t and almost didn&rsquo;t make it. What I did find out was all the years that my blood type has been O Positive&mdash;and now A Negative. They test to find out the type of blood you have so it goes to someone that is compatible. Glad they do&mdash;and perhaps I will eat breakfast next time---and won&rsquo;t be cutting it so close as acceptable or unacceptable in donating.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Glad to help&mdash;and hopefully others will give as well.&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We closed the show---with an interview with SD Farmers Union Farm Family of the month&mdash;Andrew Streff &ndash;McCook County---the topic being passed the farm from the previous generation&mdash;and then getting prepared to pass to the next generation after you. Great story line---and I&rsquo;m sure our listeners learned a thing or three.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Our It&rsquo;s YOUR Agri Business Show---is for those in the ag community and to allow those who count on the ag community to learn even more. Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9&mdash;use the KELO App, Streaming on Line or just ask Alexa. Norm Anderson posts the podcast of the show. I select, prepare the questions for the show with the help of the guests, ask the questions&mdash;and write the blog that gives you a feel of what&rsquo;s in show. Questions for me&mdash;feel free to call/text at 605-728-BILL or email me at <a href="mailto:bill.zortman@mwcradio.com">bill.zortman@mwcradio.com</a>.&nbsp;

 May 14, 2025 10AM - It's Your Agri Business with Bill Zortman

Blog—May 14, 2025—9-10—Working on Wellness Wednesday

   Interesting scenario in our Working on Wellness Wednesday show. Shelly Johnson  of DakotAbilities---was one of the guests—and we talked about the projects they are doing that are so special. We talked about what has just happened--- they purchased land to replace their 16-person home dedicated to nursing and she helps us understand why the love to talk about that decision and the real need in this community. My discussion made me understand why Shelly has been doing this for some time

   It was in 1986---they opened a home dedicated to 24/7 marking their commitment to 24/7/365 nursing support.

   Appreciated being told the story—being a part of it—and as we told Shelly today—we will be happy to update when they need—it’s what makes this community so special.

   The arrangements will decrease spread of illness to the most vulnerable people, increase their ability to provide enhanced individualized daily support and medical care, people supported benefit greatly from the consistency and familiarity of staff and their surroundings. 

   And yes they are extremely appreciative and thankful for the donors who make the improvements possible: Money is being raised from individuals and businesses—every contribution made goes toward its intended purpose to cover the cost of constructions. 

   We talked with Sioux Falls Health Director Joe Kippley. We know he’s approaching his first anniversary—and it has been a joy to work with him—and promote how and what they are doing at the City Health Department.  

    We have been working in neighborhoods to help improve them----makes sense to me—and I’m sure makes sense to those people living and visiting there.

    We had invited two others to be part of the show----Working on Wellness---Senator Mike Rounds----who introduced the Bolstering Research and Innovation Now (BRAIN) Act, legislation to advance research for brain tumors and improve brain tumor treatment and care. 

    As Senator Rounds released to us and other media—“For me the fight against cancer is personal. When my late wife Jean was courageously battling cancer a few years ago—we were already seeing encouraging progress in the development of new treatment for many cancers. He firmly believes we are years, not decades award from seeing cures to many of the most deadly cancers. The BRAIN Act will allow us to continue capitalizing on the progress we have made so far by implementing programs and funding that will advance research and treatments for brain tumors.”

    We had invited the Avera Team to join us to brag a lot about the 37th Avera Race Against Cancer that had a record-breaking 7,747 participants, raising a record $765,00 to benefit local cancer patients across the Upper Midwest.

    The race took place last Saturday—May 10th—in the Avera System—with events here in Sioux Falls, Aberdeen, Mitchell, Pierre and Yankton South Dakota as well Marshall Minnesota. 

    We were happy to pat them on the back—but would have liked for them to take a bow or two from our radio audience.

   Our Working on Wellness Wednesday Show understands how important those medical movements are---we appreciate people telling us in their own words what needs to be said. We understand Senator Rounds and even Avera for not being available----but our job to share with the audience—and we’ll continue to do that.

    Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9—use the KELO App—Streaming on line or just ask Alexa.

   Norm Anderson will share the podcast of the show---my job is to write the Blog—and schedule the guest, interview them—and make the story lines useful to our audience.

   Questions for me—Feel free to call/text at 605-728-BILL or email me at bill.zortman@mwcradio.com. 

Blog&mdash;May 14, 2025&mdash;9-10&mdash;Working on Wellness Wednesday
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Interesting scenario in our Working on Wellness Wednesday show. Shelly Johnson&nbsp; of DakotAbilities---was one of the guests&mdash;and we talked about the projects they are doing that are so special. We talked about what has just happened--- they purchased land to replace their 16-person home dedicated to nursing and she helps us understand why the love to talk about that decision and the real need in this community. My discussion made me understand why Shelly has been doing this for some time
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;It was in 1986---they opened a home dedicated to 24/7 marking their commitment to 24/7/365 nursing support.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Appreciated being told the story&mdash;being a part of it&mdash;and as we told Shelly today&mdash;we will be happy to update when they need&mdash;it&rsquo;s what makes this community so special.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The arrangements will decrease spread of illness to the most vulnerable people, increase their ability to provide enhanced individualized daily support and medical care, people supported benefit greatly from the consistency and familiarity of staff and their surroundings.&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;And yes they are extremely appreciative and thankful for the donors who make the improvements possible: Money is being raised from individuals and businesses&mdash;every contribution made goes toward its intended purpose to cover the cost of constructions.&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We talked with Sioux Falls Health Director Joe Kippley. We know he&rsquo;s approaching his first anniversary&mdash;and it has been a joy to work with him&mdash;and promote how and what they are doing at the City Health Department.&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We have been working in neighborhoods to help improve them----makes sense to me&mdash;and I&rsquo;m sure makes sense to those people living and visiting there.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We had invited two others to be part of the show----Working on Wellness---Senator Mike Rounds----who introduced the Bolstering Research and Innovation Now (BRAIN) Act, legislation to advance research for brain tumors and improve brain tumor treatment and care.&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;As Senator Rounds released to us and other media&mdash;&ldquo;For me the fight against cancer is personal. When my late wife Jean was courageously battling cancer a few years ago&mdash;we were already seeing encouraging progress in the development of new treatment for many cancers. He firmly believes we are years, not decades award from seeing cures to many of the most deadly cancers. The BRAIN Act will allow us to continue capitalizing on the progress we have made so far by implementing programs and funding that will advance research and treatments for brain tumors.&rdquo;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We had invited the Avera Team to join us to brag a lot about the 37th Avera Race Against Cancer that had a record-breaking 7,747 participants, raising a record $765,00 to benefit local cancer patients across the Upper Midwest.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The race took place last Saturday&mdash;May 10th&mdash;in the Avera System&mdash;with events here in Sioux Falls, Aberdeen, Mitchell, Pierre and Yankton South Dakota as well Marshall Minnesota.&nbsp;
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We were happy to pat them on the back&mdash;but would have liked for them to take a bow or two from our radio audience.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Our Working on Wellness Wednesday Show understands how important those medical movements are---we appreciate people telling us in their own words what needs to be said. We understand Senator Rounds and even Avera for not being available----but our job to share with the audience&mdash;and we&rsquo;ll continue to do that.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Listen live to the show at 1320, 105.1, 107.9&mdash;use the KELO App&mdash;Streaming on line or just ask Alexa.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Norm Anderson will share the podcast of the show---my job is to write the Blog&mdash;and schedule the guest, interview them&mdash;and make the story lines useful to our audience.
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Questions for me&mdash;Feel free to call/text at 605-728-BILL or email me at <a href="mailto:bill.zortman@mwcradio.com">bill.zortman@mwcradio.com</a>.&nbsp;

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