The conversation about how the farming business is going to be transitioned from an established generation to the next generation is a conversation these families cannot afford to put off for another day.
The National Pork Producers Council and the National Pork Board proudly unveil the dynamic lineup for the Pork Leadership Institute's (PLI) class of 2024.
“There are some things that we've adopted over the years that really aren't particularly useful and I think in some cases even detrimental to our performance,” says Dave Mitchell.
Raising teens isn’t for the faint of hearts. Raising teens is not easy and while many of those years are spent watching our children thrive on and off the farm, other times we are just trying to survive.
Are you interested in being more effective in business and personal interactions? Are you tired of butting heads with that annoying person on your team? JD Fiechtner, DVM, shares tips to “Be Better Than Before.”
To boost employee retention, farms need leaders who can effectively inspire and guide others. The job often requires its leaders to possess a handful of characteristics not necessarily used on other areas of the farm.
It’s one thing to tell students about livestock production; it’s another thing to show them. Here's why one Iowa school is turning heads and opening people's eyes to the opportunities in livestock production.
Three farmers share what they have done to keep their good employees, including how they hired some unique employees that have become a good fit for their operations.
We are more than the hours we work and the services we provide. We are people, friends, family, and community. You are important, you are loved, and you are worthy of conversation, caring, and love.
Maybe people don't come to mind as a finite resource on your farm, but being able to sustain the growth of your operation depends on labor. Here's some things to keep in mind as you build your team on the farm.
Great supervisors and leaders are rare and, in most cases, have worked very hard to become outstanding. It takes knowledge and, most importantly, practice! Bob Milligan shares several time-tested leadership strategies.
Think about the tasks and duties that fill your day. Do you continually put some off? Are there ones you just don’t like? If so, it’s time to delegate.
Do you ever feel overwhelmed, overloaded, scattered? Generally, pandemic or not, leaders feel at least a little bit this way all the time, explains leadership coach Marlene Eick. She says the question is, is this ok?
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.
Utilizing an effective management team can help you. As the owner or leader of your business, spend less time on the non-urgent and non-important tasks or duties that pop up every day.
Imagine this: A high school teacher in Union City, N.J., receives a call. He’s asked to lead a chapel service for the New York Giants the night before their 2011 Christmas Eve game against the New York Jets.
During the National Pork Industry Forum, the National Pork Producers Council awarded scholarships to 10 college students who intend to pursue careers in the pork industry.
Is a job on your farm just a means to a paycheck? Your business needs to be much more than that. Your business needs leaders who will take ownership in the operation.
Is a job on your farm just a means to a paycheck? Your business needs to be much more than that. Your business needs leaders who will take ownership in the operation.
Under Richard Knowlton’s leadership, Hormel Foods moved from a commodities-based meat processor to a multinational food company known for innovation and value-added products for the changing consumer.
We're proud of this new series, highlighting the young leaders impacting the future of the pork industry. Click below to meet each one, or email editor Jennifer Shike to nominate others.
National FFA awarded a record 4,255 FFA members received the American FFA Degree. The top recipients from each state may also be nominated for an American Star Award. Here are the 2018 winners.
Celebrating National 4-H Week brings back a flood of memories for the Farm Journal editors. Pull out those old pictures and share your experiences of “Learn By Doing” and “To Make The Best Better.”
The Maschhoffs want potential production partners to understand what’s involved before they enter into a contract agreement. They provide a comprehensive report that outlines the costs of constructing a hog building.
Respect, commitment and dedication provide staying power for the nation’s largest family-owned pork operation. Dave and Karen Maschhoff (left) and Ken and Julie Maschhoff (right), run The Maschhoffs, Inc.
