Agriculture Posts

The Need for Tech-Savvy Farmers

The limited number of skilled workers is halting the progress of the agricultural industry.
This article discusses the need for tech-savvy workers and how the industry can develop the farmers of tomorrow. 
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Farmers Increase Efforts to Ban Foreign Investments

Foreign investors are continuing to invest in American land, and so far have accumulated lands around the size of Ohio.
This article discusses the efforts to limit the amount of foreign investment on American lands.
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Save Yield While Cutting Costs

Farmers looking to save money know how difficult saving yield and cutting costs at the same time can be.
This article discusses five areas in which farmers can slash costs and save yield.
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Precision Agriculture Helping Reduce Fertilizer Use

Remote-sensing technology is helping farmers in the Midwest identify infertile lands and save on fertilizer.
This article discusses the use of this technology within the agriculture industry, and how it can save farmers money.
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Taking Good Care of Your Team During Busy Season

Planting season is a busy and often stressful time. It can
be particularly wearing on a farm’s workforce. In a recent article for AG Web, author Sara Schafer offers some
tips for farm managers looking to offer improved support to their team during
busy season. She suggests the following:

Make sure your workforce is big enough. A labor
shortage …

Tough Conversations Are Key to Successful Farm Transitions

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 …

Growing Your Farm Operation Through Diversification

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 …

Strengthening Your Farm’s Financial Foundation

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 …

Why Farmers Shouldn’t Panic About Late Planting

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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Pressure For the Wheat Market

Farmers should be aware of the weather premium and what to expect in the upcoming planting season.  
This article discusses the current state of the wheat industry.
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