Insights from MACA Panel Discussion in Des Moines, IA
Explore the MACA panel discussion in Des Moines, IA, reflecting on challenges and solutions in the agricultural industry. Key topics include managing risks, technology advancements, global demand for grains, and addressing changing customer needs. Discover how industry leaders tackle these issues and adapt to an evolving landscape.
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MACA Panel Discussion Des Moines IA
MACA Good Ole Days Sam Germer Retail Branch Manager Rick Lynch CPS Branch Manager Bryce Dee worked for Gary Peters Donnie Taylor United Suppliers Rodney Schmidt- The Kansas Tornado Tim Riley Agri Pro Seeds Jim Kahnk Helena
MACA Good Ole Days Product supply was phone call away Jacobsen Warehouse was mega ag storage Zeneca Plant/Warehouses in Omaha Bekins Warehouse Sioux City The Caves warehouse in KC FMC Storage in Sargent Bluffs IA Albaugh Production Plant in Ankeny Suppliers produced product year round
MACA Top 3 Challenges for our Industry Managing thru downturn in the ag cycle Management of Risk in the business Technology Developments
MACA Top 3 Challenges Manage thru ag economy downturn Increase global demand for grains Grower income hits 12 year low Grain prices/ relationship to costs Credit Issues
MACA Top 3 Challenges Management of Risk Impact of China supply Product Availability/Set Price Longer Supply Chain Planning Price Volatility Changing Customer Base
MACA Top 3 Challenges Technology Developments Data management platforms Traits and Biotech Customer demands
MACA Addressing the challenges Adjust on the go with uncontrollable s No one size fits all approach Technology is all about change, be proactive and understand customers needs and requirements
MACA Solutions Manage inefficiencies Right size cost base Manage customers when landscape changes More focus on value creation for our customer
MACA Eric Cowling Helena Agri Enterprise Why did I pursue an Ag Career ? Major changes I've seen in Ag ?
MACA Young Leaders What advise would you offer Young Leaders in Ag careers ? Be proficient in the basic skills Develop good personal skills Whatever your selling , sell yourself first You don t have a uproot a tree to turn over a new leaf Patience is A virtue
