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Transitions of any kind are hard — but farmland might be one of the toughest, says Steve Bohr of Farm Financial Strategies.
It doesn’t matter how old we are. Mentors are valuable at all stages of life. All too often we fail to make the first move to ask because we let our doubts have more power than they deserve in our lives.
Association news important to cattle producers.
If both parties can come together – a farm seeker and a person that’s trying to get out of business – they can create a plan for the next generation.
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins was questioned by several House Ag Committee members about USDA’s cuts, including the impact of the 6,000 DOGE firings at the agency, that were later reinstated by the court.
An industry leading opportunity giving Hereford youth real-world experience feeding cattle and understanding carcass data.
If the next generation isn’t coming back, it’s not the end. But it is time for a new plan.
Price Ranch was named BIF Commercial Producer of the Year during the BIF Symposium on June 11 in Amarillo, Texas.
Strong succession is driven by leaders who are willing to plan boldly, act decisively and invest in their next generation. Your family and your operation are counting on you.
Check out the latest Sterling Marketing Profit Tracker for week of June 7.
Eight livestock producers reflect on some of the greatest lessons they’ve learned in life.
The Nebraska was the “largest worksite enforcement operation” in the state during the Trump presidency, the Homeland Security Department said. U.S. Congressman Don Bacon told local media 75-80 people were detained.
“We must ensure that we make a way for young and beginning farmers to fill our boots,” said Zippy Duvall, president of the American Farm Bureau Federation.
While the 1,000-page bill includes spending increases for agriculture-facing programs by $56.6 billion over the next decade, there’s one major priority that didn’t make it into the House’s version.
Drovers partners with The Future of Beef Show team to explore the innovations, strategies and success stories shaping the next generation of beef production with agriculture audiences.
Looking at Mycoplasma Bovis in beef herds including a calf’s environment and vaccination program.
Rosebrook Farms has been genomic testing since 2013. As a commercial cow-calf operation, the Rosebrooks have found value in using genomic data to select superior replacement heifers for their herd.
Here’s the latest new products to help cattle producers in their operations.
What’s the long-term difference between starting a retirement plan at age 20 versus 40? Farm CPA Paul Neiffer crunches the numbers.
Angus Genetics Inc. white paper looks at the future expansion of data collection into the commercial sector.
Brad Kooima with Kooima Kooima Varilek says cash cattle trade shattered previous records last week and the futures are continuing to make new all-time highs on Monday in both live and feeder cattle futures.
A false report surfaced online, eliciting a direct response from the manufacturer that could not be more clear: “We’re not shutting down U.S. manufacturing. In fact, it’s quite the opposite.”
With innovation and diversification, the Fenders have found their niche in the beef industry.
The Odde family finds success focusing on producing the next generation of a profitable cow herd while educating and raising the next generation of beef producers.
At a time when beef packing plants are in the red, Cargill stays committed to the beef industry, investing in plant technology and efficiency.
According to the latest USDA data released from the U.S. Meat Export Federation, beef exports to China dropped 70% in April and pork exports fell 35%. With trade talks ongoing, there is optimism for the remainder of the year.
Whether it’s pork, beef or chicken, consumers can’t seem to eat enough protein. That’s fueling robust demand and prices for livestock producers.
Scott Varilek, Kooima Kooima Varilek, says cattle futures gapped higher on the opening Friday and made all-time highs once again. Futures are still chasing record cash.
Identifying the misunderstandings of parasite control.
Producers should consider several factors to determine if creep feeding benefits them and evaluate based on the market each year.