This week on America’s Land Auctioneer Radio Show & Podcast, Kevin Pifer is joined by a veteran panel of water resource planners and weather experts for this week’s show. Our first guest is Chris Bader, a 36-year veteran of the North Dakota Department of Water Resources. Chris describes the condition regarding groundwater and aquifers throughout North Dakota.

We are also  joined by Allen Schlag, a service hydrologist with the National Weather Service. Allen details the progression of the current drought that has a grip on western states and brings a unique historical perspective to the water status in North Dakota.

Last but certainly not least, Jared Huibregtse, a Water Resource Planner for the Department of Water Resources. Jared manages the Drought Disaster Livestock Program during times of drought emergency. He highlights state programs available to landowners and ranchers for sustainable water projects.

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This week’s show is hosted by Carolyn Pifer and Maurice Covington. The couple takes over the ALA show to discuss international traveling during COVID, harvest season in the wine industry, all things from the winemaking process, their recent trip to Italy, real estate, and wedding planning, and more.

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This week on America’s Land Auctioneer we are joined by Pifer’s Regional Land Auction manager and Pifer’s International Equipment Auction manager, Andy Mrnak.  Andy is an auctioneer and realtor with Pifer's.  He provides insight to western North Dakota land values and a keen perspective on values of new and used equipment.
Kevin and Andy discuss how taxes, low interest rates and the drought have impacted land values and the trends in the used equipment market. They also will provide insight as to how the Internet has transformed the auction industry, providing sellers access to a larger buyer base while at the same time providing buyers convenience of bidding remotely. 

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This week’s America’s Land Auctioneer Show looks a little different! Maurice Covington and Carolyn Pifer take over as co hosts for this Saturday’s show. Carolyn and Maurice (Mo) are an engaged couple that reside in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Carolyn Pifer, also known as The American Wine Girl, is excited to be back co hosting the show this Saturday! Carolyn went to the University of Minnesota and studied Business and Marketing, and has been pursuing her blog The American Wine Girl for 3 years now. Carolyn is also the Wine Educator at Pippin Hill Farm and Vineyards in Charlottesville, VA. Carolyn shares with us how she became a blogger, her wine education journey, and life as an influencer. 

Maurice Covington joins the America’s Land Auctioneer show as one of the co hosts this week. Mo played football at the University of Virginia, spent some time playing with the Bears and the Giants, and then pursued his Master’s Degree at LSU. He has an extensive background working in business consulting, finance, and recently has become a real estate investor and agent. 

 Maurice shares with us what it takes to become a great real estate agent, how to get started investing in real estate, and pursuing your passions.

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Kevin Pifer, America’s Land Auctioneer, is joined by co-host Steve Link, Broker for Pifer’s Auction & Realty and Pifer’s Land Management.  The two hosts share recent information from bank surveys conducted by Federal Reserve District members.  Many are reporting strong farm profits with lingering concerns on the horizon caused by drought and high input costs.

 America’s Land Auctioneer, is joined by Dr. Frayne Olson, Crop Economist/Marketing Specialist with the North Dakota State University Extension and Director of the Quentin Burdick Center for Cooperatives.  Dr. Olson details the amount of carry-over stock available for corn, soybeans and wheat and how this situation affects commodity prices. 

Dr. Olson who conducts educational programs and research in evaluating crop marketing strategies, crop outlook and price analysis, and the economics of crop contracting.  As Director of the Center for Cooperatives, he teaches a senior level course on cooperative business management and coordinates the Center’s research and outreach activities. Dr. Olson received his PhD from the University of Missouri in Agricultural Economics, and his M.S. and B.S. in Agricultural Economics from North Dakota State University.

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Kevin Pifer, America’s Land Auctioneer, reports skyrocketing increases in farmland values according to reports from the Federal Reserve Districts in Chicago, Kansas City and Minneapolis.  The recent soaring price increases in farmland are the largest increases since 2013.

 America’s Land Auctioneer, is joined this week by John Devney, Vice President of U.S. Policy for Delta Waterfowl.  An avid sportsmen and hunter, John brings a unique perspective to his role at Delta.  John has been fortunate to survey a diverse landscape, which allows him to have a broad view of Delta’s value and how to communicate it.

 This week we are also joined by Jack Pifer, Drone Pilot for Pifer’s Auction & Realty and Pifer’s Land Management.  An avid hunter and sportsmen, Jack provides his unique insight into this year’s prospects for waterfowl, pheasant and deer hunting.

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Kevin Pifer, America’s Land Auctioneer, reports skyrocketing increases in farmland values according to reports from the Federal Reserve Districts in Chicago, Kansas City and Minneapolis.  The recent soaring price increases in farmland are the largest increases since 2013.

 America’s Land Auctioneer, is joined this week by John Devney, Vice President of U.S. Policy for Delta Waterfowl.  An avid sportsmen and hunter, John brings a unique perspective to his role at Delta.  John has been fortunate to survey a diverse landscape, which allows him to have a broad view of Delta’s value and how to communicate it.

 This week we are also joined by Jack Pifer, Drone Pilot for Pifer’s Auction & Realty and Pifer’s Land Management.  An avid hunter and sportsmen, Jack provides his unique insight into this year’s prospects for waterfowl, pheasant and deer hunting.

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America’s Land Auctioneer is joined by Steve Link, Broker for Pifer’s Auction & Realty and Morgan Almer, Pifer’s Farmland Manager.  Steve Link, with over 20 years of experience buying, selling and managing farmland, explains how the drought in the Northern Plains will likely not adversely affect farmland values.

 Morgan Almer provides a thorough analysis of this year’s crop in the region and how the drought has adversely impacted crop production and damaged forage.  Even if it rains more in 2021 it will not favorably impact grasses for grazing until next season.

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America’s Land Auctioneer reminds us that land values are driven by fundamentals, not a one or even two year drought.  Fundamentals that drive land values are Interest Rates, Commodity Prices, and Risk Management (Crop Insurance).  The 2021 drought has been damaging to crops and forage throughout the western United States and starting to creep eastward into the Midwest. Still, land values remain strong, mostly driven by fundamentals.

America’s Land Auctioneer’s guest this week is Dr. Gary Secor.  Dr. Secor has been a Professor and Research Plant Pathologist for 43 years at North Dakota State University.  He earned his BS and MS degrees from Montana State University and a PHD in Plant Pathology  from the University of California, Davis.  He is a leading authority in the area of potato disease, disease management, biotechnology, and variety development.  Dr. Secor describes in detail how weather and other circumstances can affect the health of a plant and ultimately the yield of the crop.

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Kevin Pifer, America’s Land Auctioneer is joined by Jeff Scafer and Lisa Pederson.  Kevin addresses the volatile drought situation in North Dakota and the region and the affects it is having on production agriculture.  The sustained drought is taking its toll on American agriculture and causing less yields to crops and stress to livestock herds.

 Jeff Scafer is in a two-year term as President of the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association.  Jeff is a 5th generation farmer and rancher in Wells County near New Rockford, North Dakota.   Jeff provides precision detail on the affects  the sustained drought is having on farmers and ranchers throughout North Dakota.

 Lisa Pederson is a Livestock Specialist at the Central Grassland Research Extension Center in Steele, North Dakota.  Lisa describes the different strategies for cattle herd management during a drought. These strategies will mitigate potential harm to herd health and improve feed sources.  What’s more, Lisa explains why rainfall at this time will likely not significantly improve grazing land until next spring.

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