Business Management
Before the in-laws become the outlaws
Giving a farm successor opportunities to make big decisions prior to choosing a spouse, avoiding a “sister wives” scenario, teaching them to live within their means, setting a succession plan before a successor’s spouse is involved, and practicing what you preach will reduce conflict between parents and new sons- or daughters-in-law along and between the farm’s successor and non-farming siblings.
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Large herds and robotics: How to manage your teams to support this change
An overview of the various employee roles that exist in a large robotic facility and suggested attributes to consider when hiring for these positions.
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Be a farm that supports mental health
Tips provided for building a supportive farm culture, recognizing mental health challenges and having discussions about mental health.
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Community outreach essential to maintaining social license to operate
Three dairy producers discuss how participating in community events and building relationships with people in their local area are helpful in increasing consumer understanding of farming and preserving their farms' social license to operate.
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Don’t let the cold weather bite
Tips for preventing cold stress, hypothermia and frostbite for your family and employees as temperatures drop this winter.
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