On Tuesday, July 2nd, at 6:15 p.m., Lavender Crest Winery will host a pivotal gathering for agricultural enthusiasts and investors. Matthew Kruse, President of Commstock Investments and a seasoned farm manager, will headline the event, providing valuable insights into agricultural risk management. Following the dinner, Tom Parchert from River Valley Cooperative will present an update. This Market Outlook Series event, crucial for those involved in agriculture, requires reservations by June 25, 2024. The event is supported by numerous regional partners, including Gold Star FS and COUNTRY Financial. To attend, please contact your local County Farm Bureau. The event price is $35 for early registration.
Mr. Kruse received two bachelor’s degrees from Iowa State University in Political Science and Communications. He earned his Executive MBA from Walden University. He has participated in The Executive Program for Agriculture Producers at Texas A&M. He is an Accredited Farmland Manager through ASFMRA. He holds Series 3, 30, and 31 licenses.
The cost for the single session is $35.00 (if not pre-registered, the cost will be $40.00). To make reservations, please call the Henry County Farm Bureau at 309-937-2411, the Rock Island County Farm Bureau at 309-736-7432, or the Mercer County Farm Bureau at 309-582-5116.
The Market Outlook Series is sponsored by the Henry, Rock Island and Mercer County Farm Bureau Marketing Committees in conjunction with: Gold Star FS; Bankorsion; Country Financial: Alan Davis, Crop Insurance; Central Bank; COUNTRY Financial – Brent Bigham, Tracy Bigham, Chad Nelson, John Waugh; Big River Resources; River Valley Cooperative; Diamond Ag; Wyffels Hybrids; Compeer Financial (Aledo & Geneseo offices); COUNTRY Financial – Dan Kniss, Mike Geuns, Eric Henderson, Julie Hessler, Tom McKie, Jerry Samuelson, Erin Spivey, Katie Spivey, Cassie Stahler; Blackhawk Bank & Trust; Hertz Farm Management.