The first lecture complements the topics discussed in Study Guide: Chapter One.

Topics covered in the lecture include:

• what Livestock Gross Margin (LGM) Insurance is;
• the length of insurance coverage available with LGM;
• which livestock can be insured with LGM;
• where and when LGM is available;
• how to purchase LGM;
• how many head of livestock are insurable under LGM; and
• how LGM is useful as a risk management tool.

• Chapter One Lecture
• Chapter One Text
• Chapter One Slide Presentation
• Check for Understanding

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