Diversifying on-farm cash flow by adding additional sources of revenue can be a smart way to increase profitability or better withstand economic hardships. However, the...
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THE SINGLE BIGGEST RISK IN AGRICULTURE
Intermediate-term debt chases more farmers out of business than any other risk factor. Financial risk remains the biggest hurdle most producers face each year. In...
4 Financial Tasks to Complete During Harvest
With the 2021 season coming to an end, farming operations across the U.S. are harvesting. Now is also the time to prepare for next year....
Sustainable Ag 101: Carbon Farming Brings Extra Income and Environmental Benefits
This is the seventh and final installment of our series on sustainable farming practices, where we take a closer look at how each practice can...
Sustainable Ag 101: 4Rs Protect the Earth and Farmers’ Budgets
This is the fifth installment of our series on sustainable farming practices, where we take a closer look at how each practice can bring long-term...
Sustainable Ag 101: Taking Urban Farms Indoors Can Maximize Resources and Production
This is the sixth installment of our series on sustainable farming practices, where we take a closer look at how each practice can bring long-term...
POLITICAL UNCERTAINTY PROMPTS FARM DEBT REVIEW
Now is the time to lock in low rates As farmers and agribusinesses owners across the country seek certainty in the post-pandemic economic outlook, a...
KEY AG INSIGHTS FROM THE JULY FEDERAL RESERVE BEIGE BOOK
Read the latest in ag finance. This insights summary breaks down the newly released Federal Reserve Beige Book. July Federal Reserve Beige Book Released Coming...
Maintain Communication During Times of Drought
Stresses to your operation can be difficult to deal with, especially those that fall out of your control. Whether it be floods, hail, or drought; carefully planning your next steps is...
How Water Effects Land Values in California
Land values in California are becoming more unpredictable as the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) is threatening groundwater pumping in the coming years. As we...