Transitioning a farm operation from one generation to the
next is no small feat. In a recent article published by Farm Futures, author Mike Wilson offers some advice for those faced
with this tricky task.
What is it that makes farm succession so difficult? Wilson
highlights three factors:
People who farm tend to be very private and
don’t easily …
For farmers seeking to increase their bottom line,
diversification might just be the answer. In a recent article published by Successful Farming, author Natalina Sents
offers some advice for farmers looking for new sources of income and
investments.
Complementary
Ag Business – Consider what new business you could establish using the land
and resources you already own. Sents offers …
Running a successful farming business is no small task. In a
recent article, Raylene Nickel offers some advice for increasing your financial
strength and profitability.
To start off, it’s important to develop a realistic picture
of the efficiency of your current operations. Consider income streams, where
you’re spending money, interest costs, living expenses, debt load, and
structure. Use this …
While flooding and heavy rainfall have some farmers worried about planting season, experts are optimistic US farmers can reach the national average.
This article discusses why farmers should not hit the panic button when it comes to late planting.
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For manufacturers, using blogs is a simple and easy way to gain customer attention.
This article discusses the different ways your manufacturing company can come up with relevant and interesting blog topics.
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Product development and newer, more effective business models are being introduced to the manufacturing industry thanks to greater access to data.
This article discusses the opportunity digital continuity presents and why some manufacturers are struggling to adapt.
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Does creativity
have a place in the manufacturing sphere? According to Jim Ludema and Amber
Johnson, in a recent article for Forbes,
the answer is a resounding “Yes.” The authors offer a glance at a company
called Crafts Tech, which is “one of the oldest continually operating tool
companies in the U.S.”
In 2014, the owners
of Crafts Tech set out …
Lean
manufacturing is a tactic often employed in the manufacturing industry. The
goal of the method is to minimize waste while maintaining productivity. This is
accomplished though continual process refinement. In a recent article from Manufacturing.net, Robert Logemann
examines five key principles of lean manufacturing:
Value – This principle refers to the need for manufacturers to
know their product and …
Disruption from
a multitude of sources is rife in the manufacturing industry. In order to
maintain success, leaders need to work hard to make careful, well-informed
decisions. In a recent article published by Forbes,
author Kweilin Ellingrud makes a suggestion for manufacturers: consider
zero-based budgeting (ZBB).
Why should
manufacturers turn to ZBB? Ellingrud explains that manufacturers who employ
this method are …
Using 5G technology can help manufacturers improve operations, connectivity, and remote support.
This article discusses what 5G technology brings to manufacturing, and how manufacturers can prepare for the changes to the industry.
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