2013 Weather and Market Outlook Seminars

Wednesday February 27, 2013 (2 LOCATIONS)

Breakfast Seminar

Hills Bank and Trust Company
3905 Blairs Ferry Road NE, (lower level)
Breakfast 7:30-8:00 am; Program begins at 8:15 am

Lunch Seminar

Johnson County Extension Office, 3109 Old HWY 218 S, Iowa City
Lunch from 11:30 am -12:15 pm
Program begins at 12:30 pm

“2013 Weather Outlook” - Elwynn Taylor, ISU Extension Climatologist

Dr. Taylor’s amazingly accurate weather predictions will give you insight as to what we can expect in 2013 and what caused the 2012 season. Additionally, Dr. Taylor’s ability to accurately predict final crop yields for both corn and soybeans will help you plan for the year ahead. Not only will you get a prediction of crop yields and weather, Dr. Taylor will also show you how to gather information to make better informed decisions. www.extension.iastate.edu/weather

“2013 Grain Market Outlook” - Chad Hart, ISU Extension Economist

Chad Hart, ISU Extension Economist, will provide insight into the volatile grain markets of 2012-13, the impact of world grain supplies, trade conditions and potential shifts in 2013 planting intentions. Chad Hart will provide his forecast on grain prices for 2013 and beyond. The opportunity to ask questions will provide us all with an interesting dialogue. www.econ.iastate.edu/~chart/

“Top 10 Agricultural Law Developments” (Iowa City site only) - Roger McEowen, Professor of Ag Law

Roger McEowen, Professor of Ag Law, Center for Ag Law & Taxation, will address the biggest developments in agricultural law and taxation from 2011 in terms of their impact on agricultural producers, agribusinesses and the agricultural sector as a whole. Learn what's happened and what might be on the horizon that could impact your business. www.calt.iastate.edu/index.html

Seminar sponsored by:

Hills Bank and Trust Company - Member FDIC
Latta Harris Hanon & Penningroth
Stutsman, Inc.
Iowa State Extension - Region 10 & 15 Serving Benton, Linn, Jones, Iowa, Keokuk, Johnson and Washington