Forage Business Management
How to identify and estimate hidden farm costs to increase profitability.
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Clean, consistent feed can improve cow resilience
A central focus of feed hygiene is reducing the levels of pathogens that can enter the cow and disrupt rumen function and hindgut health.
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Transition planning traps
Avoid transition planning problems with these tips on entity planning, inaccessible cash, fragmented assets and retirement planning.
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Accessing agriculture: Getting started in ranching and farming amid rising land costs
Beginning farmers and ranchers face many challenges including finding land and creating capital for ranch and farm needs. The USDA FSA makes and guarantees loans for beginning farmers and ranchers to help them get started in their agricultural pursuits.
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Effective weed control in an uncertain regulatory environment
By knowing your target and preparing agronomic and business contingency plans, you can help hedge your bets against uncertainty in the marketplace.
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How NRCS programs help producers improve grazing lands through conservation practices
NRCS programs such as EQIP and CSP do more than just throw money at land issues. NRCS conservationists work with producers every step of the way to make improvements that benefit your land now and for years to come.
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Decisions and dollars: Understanding equipment costs on the farm
Whether your equipment is being used, or sitting by the barn, it accumulates costs. Make sure to manage fluctuating variables of equipment with regular review and cost calculators available to you.
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Using drones to spray weeds and spread seeds
Drones offer small- and large-acreage farms versatility that spray rigs, planes and helicopters can’t. More research is needed to determine how a drone’s spray performance compares to conventional sprayers.
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How to use a forage calculator
Forage calculators can be very valuable tools for producers during the grazing season, but choosing one that is adaptable to your operation is key.
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Private databases for your farm
Private databases have many applications in agriculture and beyond, such as home life and organizations.
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