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Nov. 06/20 News
Answering producers’ questions on grain volume measurements, moisture levels, the importance of accuracy

Q: Why does AFSC use a kilograms and tonnes to measure grain, while most producers use bushels? For annual crops, Canada uses metric (kilograms and tonnes) for marketing of agricultural products, a ...

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Nov. 05/20
The AFSC Podcast- Part 1 & 2 with Gerard and Kara Oosterhuis

Welcome to episode five and six of the AFSC Podcast!

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Nov. 05/20 News
Simplified post-harvest process puts money in producers’ hands faster

Post-harvest reporting and the accompanying process are now simpler than ever before. With these changes, producers can expect quicker processing of claim payments and a more consistent experience ...

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Oct. 23/20 News
Producers with crop in the field may qualify for post-harvest advance, other benefits

Currently, some areas of the province are experiencing extended periods of inclement weather, which is impacting harvesting operations. AFSC understands the pressure the elements can put on our as ...

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Oct. 19/20 News
Controlled public access to AFSC branches continues for remainder of 2020

At AFSC, the health and safety of our people, clients and communities is our number one priority. We’ve taken the necessary precautions to help ensure our people and the communities we serve the ...

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Oct. 19/20 News
The AFSC Podcast – Meet Darryl Kay, AFSC’s New CEO

Welcome to another edition of the AFSC Podcast!

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Oct. 15/20
Selling grain through an unlicensed buyer: take these steps first

Producers who are thinking about selling their grain through an unlicensed grain buyer need to consider a variety of factors, especially if they have production insurance through AFSC.

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Oct. 15/20 News
Cushions and trended yields help protect producers from severe coverage fluctuations

Producers who have experienced recurring years of loss may be uncertain as to how that will affect their insurance coverage in the future. The use of cushioned and trended yields in individual from ...

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Oct. 08/20 News
Reminder: Storage guidelines for insured crops

To protect your insurance coverage on separate crop types, end uses, and inputs, it’s important to store and sell your production in a manner that can be easily distinguished, measured and If is ...

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Oct. 01/20 News
AFSC names Darryl Kay as new Chief Executive Officer

Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) announced today that its Board of Directors has selected Darryl Kay as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2020. Kay currently of ...

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Sep. 15/20
Recommended Fall Seeding Dates Approaching but Producers still have Flexibility

Alberta producers know that the weather can change rapidly, and the past few fall seasons have taught us that changes bringing cold and wet weather can add additional challenges for producers. can ...

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