While staffing challenges persist, there is good news for the future of the farming industry in the form of significant growth in enrollment in agriculture and related science majors at national two-year institutions. In order to facilitate the development of the next generation of our nation’s farmers, six U.S. Senators have introduced the Community …
With exponential population growth, labor shortages, and dwindling natural resources, feeding the world’s residents requires an unprecedented level of knowledge and efficiency. Artificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful tool that farmers can use to solve problems, boost capacity, and automate functions to maximize their output.
While AI can be a boon to your business, it …
As a business owner, you know you’ll not only enjoy good times, but you’ll also have to face difficult ones. Whether it is an unexpected catastrophe or unsustainable circumstances, the stress of making hard decisions can be intense. This can be even more burdensome in a family business, where personal relationships may complicate the …
One of the chief concerns for agribusiness owners is maintaining adequate staffing. It doesn’t matter how many clients want to work with you if you lack the employees needed to get the job done. As with many industries, farmers are feeling the pain of an ongoing labor shortage, reporting challenges in recruiting new talent and …
In a short video for AgStar, agricultural economist Dr. David Kohl explains why the next 24 months could spark greater opportunities for expansion. Dr. Kohl estimates that 60% of U.S. farmland will change hands in the next 13 years. As older producers look toward downsizing or retiring, more land will become available. Dr. Kohl …
