Todd Van Hoose, CEO and President, Farm Credit Council

This week's guest on Open Mic is Todd Van Hoose, CEO and President of the Farm Credit Council.  As the Farm Credit System celebrates its centennial this year, Todd Van Hoose says he's humbled by the achievements over the past century and excited about the opportunities in the next 100 years. In this week's interview Van Hoose discusses the troubled spots the industry is facing and says increased demands for government secured loans is a symptom of the challenges some farmers are facing. Van Hoose shares thoughts on the significance of the nation's crop insurance program, CFTC reform, the need for global trade and challenges the Farm Credit System continues to see from the community banking industry.Jeff NalleyTodd Van Hoose, CEO and President Farm Credit Council