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Praise God for the goodness that being a farmer is — not because it is easy and not because it is always profitable, but because it gives us the eyes to see that an ordinary Tuesday can be the best day we have ever asked for.
One mile from home, our world shattered. We survived the wreckage, but it made one thing clear: Stop pushing pause and finalize your farm succession plan today. Your legacy depends on it.
Rising incomes, population growth and a protein craze are reshaping demand for meat and dairy worldwide.
Legendary Coach K once advised, “Be as tough as your mothers.” This message resonates deeply with those of us who grew up as farm kids, where our mothers proved to be the unsung heroes of our upbringing.
The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service National Veterinary Services Laboratories have confirmed their first detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a dairy cattle herd in Nebraska.
Navigating the world of health insurance can be daunting, especially for farmers and small business owners. Here’s an explanation of several options that might work for you.
As immigration issues continue to be a significant concern for farmers nationwide, proactive measures and informed strategies are essential to minimize potential disruptions.
Brian Forrest of Maple Ridge Dairy near Stratford, Wisconsin, embodies a spirit of selflessness and resilience, as he has been an organ donor, not just once, but twice.
Stress is a factor in most professions, but particularly for veterinarians and especially for those just beginning their careers. Here’s what to look for, and what to do about it, as the profession responds.
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.
“We most abolish animal ag to prevent the next pandemic.” While animal rights supporters make up a small percentage, they are loud and can mislead consumers with messages like this. Here’s the 2023 activist roundup.
You’ve taught your kids how to drive tractors, herd cattle and identify weeds. But have you passed on your money and management skills?
The difference between strategy and serendipity is small when you are prepared.
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.
Here’s how you can avoid committing these harmony-harming mistakes.
Farming is getting far more complex, says Ted Matthews, director of Rural Minnesota Mental Health Support. Because of that, it’s more important than ever to take care of yourself.
The wild display of weather this year has showcased flooding, tornadoes and more. This unpredictable weather highlights the importance of having a plan to be ready for whatever severe weather pattern could hit your farm.
I wish grandpas never had to die. Especially the ones that sported bib overalls and rubber boots. I promise you this, the younger generation will reshare your stories and remember your advice long after you are gone.
When the going seems tough, don’t give up. Be brave, even when milk prices drop, feed prices rise and the next chapter of your farm seems like an uphill battle. Remember, the younger generation is watching.
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.
It is certainly hard to see the empty chairs around the Thanksgiving table. A lifetime of memories will make you smile and then cry. You don’t know all that can change from one Thanksgiving to the next.
Meat and dairy production in the European Union is expected to decline this year and next as livestock farms feel the effects of drought, disease outbreaks and rising costs.
As a last-minute shift toward small-scale celebrations upends demand for the star of Thanksgiving tables, turkey producers and retailers are scrambling to fill orders for lightweight birds and partial cuts.
If finding employees to fill positions wasn’t hard enough, finding available and affordable housing has encouraged companies to provide housing options as part of employment.
Up to $12.06 million can be passed to your loved ones upon death, exempt from federal estate tax. While living, you can also gift $16,000 annually to as many individuals as you’d like. Of course, some exceptions apply.
Implementing a new technology can be both exciting and scary.