No Farm No Fowl: The outlook is good for the next generation of radio, according to panelists at Friday's (2/24) Cultivating the Farm Team: Sources of New Talent. Dan Vallie talked about his program at the National Radio Talent Institute, which trains up-and-comers, including fellow panelist Liz Rozengard (CapCity). The 10-day crash course is taught by veterans and held in locations across the country. Rozengard landed a job when she met her boss through the program. She said, "If you’re passionate, it shows, and people want to help you."

Moderator Becky Brenner said it's important to share the rewards of the business with younger talent, instead of focusing on the challenges. Bryan Broadcasting's Ben Downs talked about the student-run station at Texas A&M. Students keep it on air 24-7, sell advertising, and host remotes and play-by-play sports. "I'm really fired up about the young talent," added iHeart's Tony Banks. "[After a slump], I think we've turned the corner."