Business Management
High levels of trust in a team implies that its members feel they can be completely transparent. They have no fear of criticism and have confidence that any feedback is honest and constructive.
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Supporting ranch sustainability
A stool with three legs is an effective illustration of sustainability; the legs represent the three most common sustainability pillars – environmental, social and economic. Viability of the stool depends on support and involvement of all three legs.
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Finding the right balance: Relying on instinct, data or both
Cattle producers are privy to more data about their herds and the market than ever before. Combined with their intuition, that data can be a powerful tool for managing risk and animal health.
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Beyond fundamentals: Next-level feedyard risk management
Risk management is crucial for maintaining profitability and long-term success in the cattle business. Thinking beyond traditional fundamental analysis and considering other critical factors such as seasonal patterns, money flow, price action, trends and volatility can create the best marketing strategies.
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Identifying a non-family successor for your farm or ranching operation: A strategic business approach
An effective leadership transition is not only about securing the future of your operation, but is also about nurturing the next generation of agricultural leaders who will continue to uphold the legacy of your organization for years to come.
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Adding value without reinventing the wheel
Value-added programs offer premiums to producers but may be seen as extra work not worth the extra income. However, many ranchers are already on track for a number of verification programs and would need to make very minimal adjustments to their existing management protocols.
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The perks and challenges of direct marketing beef
Direct-to-consumer marketing may not be for every operation, but it provides a valuable option for many producers to achieve sustainable profitability.
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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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Taking a deeper dive into water safety
Drowning remains a leading cause of unintentional death among children aged 1 to 14, with over 4,000 fatal unintentional drownings occurring annually in the U.S. Water safety is essential to protect all.
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From the horse’s mouth: Written agreements for your ranch’s equine enterprise
Horses continue to be a part of daily operations as well as an additional source of income. While many horse-related transactions are often bound by a “handshake deal,” failing to adequately document the relative rights and responsibilities of those involved can lead to costly legal disputes.
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