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Communication is key, but what does good communication look like between cattle producers and their ag lenders? Mark Sand shares the key components of building a strong relationship.

Farm income is expected to drop notably from last year alongside lower revenues and higher expenses, but remain well above the historic average.

Suppliers and retailers continue to cut glyphosate prices in the U.S. as the industry grapples with too much supplies. With no resolve in sight, one inputs analyst thinks glyphosate prices could remain low through 2023.

Oklahoma State University announced Dr. Jayson Lusk as the new dean and vice president of its Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. Lusk will succeed Dr. Tom Coon in early August. 

Despite the positive sentiment, local community bankers report concerns about lower commodity prices, the ‘big bank mess’ and another potential rate hike in June by the Fed.

USDA’s first official net farm income forecast shows an expected 16% drop in 2023 net farm income, largely due to a decline in commodity prices and government payments with higher expenses and costs at the farm level.

If your spouse dies, look into filing Form 706 Federal Estate Tax Return with the IRS. Taking that step could help you protect farm assets so they pass to your heirs without estate taxes. The process isn't automatic.

For 15 straight months, the rural economy has posted healthy and consistent growth.

Be ready for new ways to finance your farm.

With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season hastily approaching, now is the time to look over business details to help make your transition into the new year much smoother.

Health insurance coverage and healthcare costs are among the greatest challenges for self-employed Americans, including farmers.

Is animal reproduction an activity deemed ineligible for a bank loan? Yes, in Rhoda Rein’s case, and her rejection raises a series of unanswered questions.

Clear Lab uses a robotic platform to improve food safety and its method shortens testing turnaround times by up to five days.