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Bruce Talks (Crop Insurance)
by Bruce Lantzky
This podcast is aimed at educating producers. On how crop insurance provides financial security and connects to related areas like government programs and grain marketing. Listeners can expect weekly episodes covering timely topics, primarily crop insurance, along with other relevant Midwest farming issues. The goal is to help insureds make informed decisions. Emphasizing that crop insurance isn't a one size fits all. We want producers to understand what they're buying and explore all their options. If your current agent isn't providing this, well, maybe we should talk. Welcome to Bruce Talks where we try to cover timely topics that'll help you make the best financial decisions for your operation, no matter the size.
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Crop Hail Coverage
In this episode, Bruce talks about Crop Hail Coverage. Bruce talks about what you need to know about crop hail, from when you should have coverage to what it covers. Tune in to this episode to learn more about Crop Hail and how it can work with your operation.
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How To Use Crop Insurance With Your Marketing Plan
In this episode, Bruce reviews how crop insurance goes hand in hand with your marketing plan. If you have any questions about the upcoming season reach out to Bruce, he would love to help you. Head to lantzkyfarms.com to contact Bruce or to watch previous episodes. Thanks for tuning in.
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ECO Potential Payouts for 2025 Crop Year
In this episode, Bruce talks about potential payouts for the 2025 crop year, notes important dates, and explains a real-life example from 2023. Tune in to this episode to learn more. As always, head to lantzkyfarms.com for charts and visuals.
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Precision Reporting with Kyle Kueker
In this episode of Bruce Talks, Bruce welcomes another special guest to the show. In this episode Bruce and Kyle talk about precision reporting and how it can benefit your operation. If you have ever thought about precision reporting and how it works or if it would be a good fit for you, listen in! If you have any questions, reach out to Bruce or Kyle about precision reporting. As always head to lantzkyfarms.com for charts and visuals.
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Livestock Revenue Protection with Miles Brown
In this episode, Bruce brings on a special guest, Miles Brown, as they discuss LRP and what it is. If you want to know more about LRP, tune in to this episode! As always, head to lantzkyfarms.com for charts and visuals.
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Price Outlook & Replant Early Plant Coverages
In this episode, Bruce discusses the current pricing outlook for 2026 insurance prices. Bruce also explains additional replant/early plant coverage and how it may be a good fit for your operation. As always, head to lantzkyfarms.com for charts and visuals. If you have any questions or want explore this coverage for your operation give Bruce a call or reach out on social media he would love to help you out!
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What Is CLIP? With Byron Lindsey
In this episode, Bruce welcomes his first guest, Byron Lindsey, and they talk about the new CLIP product and what producers should know. If you have any questions about CLIP reach out to Bruce or Byron, and they would gladly help you out. As always, head to lantzkyfarms.com for charts and visuals from this episode.
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MCO Was It The Right Call?
Bruce explains MCO and if it was the right option. Did I make the wrong move taking this coverage? Listen to this episode to find out! As always, visit lantzkyfarms.com for charts and visuals.
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Beginning Farmer Benefits Breakdown 2026
This episode of Bruce Talks breaks down the expanded Beginning Farmer and Rancher benefits included in the One Big Beautiful Bill and what they mean for the next generation of producers. Bruce explains how the program now offers up to 10 years of benefits, higher subsidy percentages in the early years, and exemptions from administrative fees, dramatically reducing insurance costs. Using real-world examples, he shows how these changes can translate into major premium savings while maintaining strong coverage. The episode also covers eligibility rules, exceptions, and why both new and recently “aged-out” farmers should double-check if they still qualify.
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2026 Crop Insurance Subsidies Explained
In this episode of Bruce Talks, we break down the increased crop insurance premium subsidies for the 2026 crop year, explain how they impact your costs, and walk through coverage options that could help you get more protection for the same—or less—premium.
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Marketing Plan Basics
In this episode, Bruce explains grain marketing. Bruce explains how he uses a matrix and his whiteboard to ensure he is up-to-date on selling his grain throughout the year. Tune in this episode if you want to learn more on Marketing Plans.
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Farm Bridge Assistance Overview
In this short episode Bruce talks about what the FBA is, important dates, and what producers can expect. Tune in to this time sensitive episode, and come back on Monday for our regularly scheduled content!
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Grain Marketing Plan Basics
Bruce talks about how having a marketing plan can greatly help your operation. Tune in today to learn more!
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How Grain Marketing Strategies Tie Into Crop Insurance
In this episode of Bruce Talk, Bruce Lantzky explains how Revenue Protection (RP) and grain marketing work together to protect your farm’s bottom line. Learn how RP creates a revenue and bushel floor that gives you confidence to forward contract, hedge, and market early—without fear of coming up short. If you’ve ever hesitated to sell grain because of production risk, this episode shows how RP turns marketing into a smart, calculated strategy.
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SDRP Phase Two
This episode of Bruce Talks, Bruce dives into SDRP Phase Two Payments, and what it means for producers. Bruce explains how your crop insurance coverage level directly impacts potential SDRP benefits and why higher coverage can matter more than you think. You’ll also learn key enrollment deadlines and why you must apply through your local FSA office. If you want to be sure your coverage is working for your operation, this episode is a must-listen.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This podcast is aimed at educating producers. On how crop insurance provides financial security and connects to related areas like government programs and grain marketing. Listeners can expect weekly episodes covering timely topics, primarily crop insurance, along with other relevant Midwest farming issues. The goal is to help insureds make informed decisions. Emphasizing that crop insurance isn't a one size fits all. We want producers to understand what they're buying and explore all their options. If your current agent isn't providing this, well, maybe we should talk. Welcome to Bruce Talks where we try to cover timely topics that'll help you make the best financial decisions for your operation, no matter the size.
HOSTED BY
Bruce Lantzky
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