Agriculture Posts

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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Tax Mistakes for Farmers to Avoid

Tax planning for farmers can be complex, and many farmers make tax mistakes that can hurt their finances.
This article discusses common farming tax mistakes and how to avoid them.
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Agriculture Opportunities in 2019

As planting season approaches, farmers must stay engaged and adjust their plans before they finalize their acreage mix.
This article discusses what to consider when planning acreage in 2019.
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https://www.agweb.com/article/2019-acreage-stay-engaged-watch-small-rallies-and-mind-profitability/

AI Will Bring Changes to Agriculture

The future of farming is likely to rely on technology that finds solutions to problems such as food shortages and land efficiency.
This article discusses how AI will bring a new “Green Revolution” to the agriculture industry.
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https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/article/does-ai-hold-key-to-new-green-revolution-in-agriculture/

2019 Farm Management

As the upcoming agricultural season approaches, farmers are faced with many challenges.
This article discusses solutions to seven uncertainties surrounding farm management in 2019.
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https://www.agriculture.com/farm-management/business-planning/7-tips-for-2019-farm-management