As 2019 crops up, let’s reflect on the past year in agriculture and what is to come in 2019.
This past year, the agriculture industry was affected by significant changes that occurred in government such as, the United States (U.S.) entering into a trade war with China, Mexico, and Canada – placing tariffs on various exports – and the Farm Bill expiring on September 30, 2018.
Before working to secure an agricultural land loan, potential loan borrowers (loan borrower meaning an individual, organization or company using funds, materials or services on credit) should consider whether they have the 5 C’s of Credit, with the first two being character and capital.Read More
Find out how working with trusted ag lenders, crop consultants, insurance agents and attorneys can help your farm thrive.
Running a modern agricultural operation requires a diverse range of skills, including, but not limited to crop planting and management, soil fertility maintenance, financial planning and business expertise, sales and marketing know-how, and preparing for an uncertain future.
Here are a few things to keep in mind when investing in new equipment for your farming operation.
Although they’re often necessary, it’s no secret that new farm equipment and machinery purchases are typically costly – but according to retired economist William Edwards, making smart decisions when it comes to acquisition, trading, and how much capacity to invest in can reduce machinery costs as much as $50 per acre.
In this article, we discuss a breakdown of farm machinery and equipment costs and whether or not those purchases will truly serve you and your operation.Read More
Without clear metrics, it’s close to impossible to determine if your farm or ranch is thriving, floundering, or falling somewhere in between, but it can be tricky to determine exactly what those metrics should be as well as how to analyze them.
If you’re looking for tips on how to best measure your agricultural operation’s progress, you’ve come to the right place. Keep reading, and grab paper and a pen – you’re going to want to take notes.Read More
Whether you’re launching a farming or ranching business or interested in taking your existing operation to the next level, it’s smart to create a long-term business plan to ensure you’re on the right track – after all, if you do it right, your business plan will be your roadmap to where you want to go.
Nothing makes the holiday season as memorable as delicious foods and sweets. What do you plan to bring to the New Year’s table this year? With the sales of cranberries on the rise, preparing a cranberry sauce as a New Year’s dessert might be just what you need to create that memorable tasting. Cranberries are a staple around the table at Christmas, but the vitamin-rich, tasty treat is so good, you can bring back the dish at New Years and add a special ingredient to leave your guests in awe.Read More
Before working to secure an agricultural land loan, potential ag loan borrowers (loan borrower meaning an individual, organization or company using funds, materials or services on credit) should consider whether they have the 5 C’s of Credit, with the first two being character and capital.Read More
As 2018 comes to a close, we are taking the time to reflect on what has been an eventful year for the agricultural industry. From tariffs and legislation impacting commodity prices, to natural disasters and technological advancements in farming, 2018 has impacted the ag industry for years to come. In this article, we discuss these events and their outcomes.Read More
December 21 marks the first day of winter and the beginning of winter farming for growers and producers across the U.S.Read More
