New Yankee Traditions: TikTok Cows and Maple Syrup
Joe and Erica Siler have a unique business raising beef cattle – and producing maple syrup. As a marketing specialist, it is exciting to see the power of social media marketing and how farmers like them use it to their advantage.
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Communication is Key with Your Lender
Most farmers and ranchers pride themselves on always paying their debts on time. Making late payments is not something most people take lightly.
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Tips On How to Protect Yourself During a Construction Project
It’s finally time for that big – or little – construction project.
So You Want to Be a Farmer?
But where do you begin?
Women on the Farm
According to the new federal census, female producers increased by 27% from 2012 to 2017. Female producers now make up 30% of all U. S. farm operators. Why the increase?
Your Farm’s Next Generation: How and When to Involve Your Children
Planting season is coming to a close on the farm and a new crop of graduates is being harvested at the local high school.
From Row Crops to Becoming a Dairy Farmer
Don Kinslow knows a few things about row crops, dairy cows, buying farmland – and blazing your own path.
Well Prepared Financials Reflect Good Management Skills
Good production numbers are great, but management skills are a must in today’s environment of tight margins and the endless pressures from third parties.
Assessing Legislation’s Impact on Your Family Farm Business
New farm legislation is being introduced in Congress or state legislatures. How do you get beyond the political sound bites and screaming headlines to understand what that legislation will truly mean for your family’s farm business?
Carbon Credits for Farmers: FAQs
Are you a farmer who is interested in learning more about the benefits and steps to sell carbon credits? Let’s look at what these are and how it might help you earn additional income.
Ranching Experience Drives Real Estate Business
Acquiring and growing a ranching business is a challenge – and Tamra Kelly has the experience that helps ranchers address them successfully.
Trends in Agriculture
Agriculture, like almost every other industry, is constantly evolving as new innovations develop and the world continues to change. Staying on top of the current agricultural trends can help your business thrive, and prepare for the changes that are moving the industry forward. Let’s take a look at several of the trends being discussed.
What Kinds of Software Do Farmers Need?
The more you can reduce the guesswork, the more profitable your farm may be. That’s where agricultural software comes in.
Beyond Succession: Farm Transition Planning
Building value and securing a legacy that lasts is a huge motivator for many farm owners. But there is more to continuity than choosing your successor – you also need a transition plan.
Tips from Small Business Owners
Being your own boss sounds glamorous, but what every business owner will tell you is that it takes more: more information, more planning, and more work. Getting insights from those who have not only been there but are continuing to drive success can be invaluable.
Investing in the Future, One Ranch Business at a Time
From running three car dealerships to running cattle, Jaymes “Jay” Holcomb is one of the best – and busiest – businessmen in ranching.
Impact of Western Wildfires on Livestock
Western wildfires not only destroy pristine wilderness, but also represent a threat to large farms and ranches that operate in the area. Livestock, in particular, are vulnerable to injuries from wildfires, and the effects can be short-term or permanent.
From Seed to Yield: Growing a Family Farming Legacy
As the third generation in agriculture, Ryan Drozd of Drozd Family Grain is busy producing more than row crops. He and his family are adding new stories, connections and opportunities to the family’s business.
Farmers and RDNs: A Healthy Partnership
The coronavirus pandemic has radically changed the way people across the world go about their lives. From a greater interest in outdoor activities to a sharper focus on mental health awareness, people are adjusting their lifestyles to reflect newfound, healthier preferences. Nowhere is this behavioral change more evident than in the food industry.
Pay Down Farm Debt, Invest or Save: What’s the Best Way to Use Extra Income?
The more you plan ahead for those times when you have extra income from improved commodity prices, the more confident you feel when making decisions about how to best use the money.
Resources for Women in Agriculture
Women have played a vital role in agriculture for centuries, yet are still in the minority in leadership within the farming and ranching community.
