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Depressed hog values amid sky-high production costs compound producers’ challenges, CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange says in its latest report.

An outbreak of the African swine fever has forced pig breeders in Serbia, Bosnia and Croatia to cull thousands of pigs since June and is putting pressure on governments to compensate farmers for their losses.

Cash-traded weaner pig reported volume was above average this past week, with 69,000 head reported. Cash weaner pig reported prices were $9.75, down $2.22 per head from last week.

California Proposition 12 creates significant challenges and market uncertainty for pig farmers across the country and has far-reaching implications beyond the pork industry, NPPC notes in its latest economic update.

Look at the decision makers and leaders on your farm. Are they all around the same age? Do they all have the same experience level?

This business practice reduces employee expenses and optimizes asset needs.

Warren Buffett has been the chairman of Berkshire Hathaway since 1970. He is routinely asked for his advice by students and others in the business. Here are a few of his tips.

How can you be ready, willing and able to lead your farm into the future? Start by developing a decision-making process.

You’ve taught your kids how to drive tractors, herd cattle and identify weeds. But have you passed on your money and management skills?