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How to Make Tough Talks Easier Feb 22, 2023
Little steps can ease frustration and improve communication Crucial conversations — you have them with your employees, banker, grain buyer, family and others. How well you handle these exchanges plays […]
We Shouldn’t Have Laughed About Polyester Feb 8, 2023
The world is swimming in polyester. If you don’t believe me look at the label on your trunks. Polyester comprises over half of all fabric content and has made possible […]
Employee Perks and Policies that Pay on the Farm Jan 11, 2023
The first step to winning the war for workers is to keep your star employees happy. “Remember, your all stars work for you because they want to and leave because […]
Create A Mastermind Group to Gain a Competitive Edge for Your Farm Jan 6, 2023
How do you set your farm on a profitable and exciting trajectory? Surround yourself with smart people, and then give and take. “It’s critical to seek other winners,” says Danny Klinefelter, […]
Corteva Signs Agreement to Acquire Stoller Group Nov 30, 2022
Corteva announced on Wednesday it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Houston-based Stoller, one of the largest independent biologicals companies in the industry. With operations and sales in more […]
Inflation Report Signals a Smaller Rate Increase likely in December Nov 16, 2022
The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data show inflation slowed slightly in October to 7.7%, down from 8.2% in September, government figures show. The October decline looks even better when […]
How to Create a Short-Term Operating Plan for Your Farm Nov 11, 2022
You wear many hats and keep many farming balls in the air throughout the year. What happens if you or one of the key decision makers is away from the […]
Farming: Who Are Your Key Advisers? 5 Individuals to Consider – DTN Mar 21, 2016
When you think about the key advisers to your family business, the people who help you through important decisions and implementation strategies, who comes to mind? Your accountant, attorney, lender, […]
Family Farm: Why It’s Best Not to Keep Secrets – DTN Sep 21, 2015
“We demand rigidly defined areas of doubt and uncertainty!” — Douglas Adams, “The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy” I recently heard a workshop presenter refer to certain negative behaviors or […]
Family: How One Farm Operation Makes it a Priority – DTN Sep 11, 2015
A 20-year tradition is in top gear on a bright, cool, mid-September day in the bustling kitchen of Kerri and Kyle Mehmen, near Plainfield, in northeast Iowa. Seven women are […]
