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At Vale Wood Farms in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, dairy processing and agritourism have been embedded into the Itle family’s history for more than 80 years.
Who is going to own your dairy farm when you’re gone? Whether you’re going to transition the farm to a family member or liquidate and sell, the decision often involves multiple generations.
As many farmers are well aware, there were several farms in the U.S. that have been impacted by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). In fact, PFAS could pose a significant environmental threat to agriculture.
When it comes to cattle, genetics and crops, dairy producers excel at planning ahead. However, creating a plan for retirement and succession doesn’t always come as naturally.
For Pennsylvania dairy farmers Donny and Shari Bartch, working through a complex and lengthy transition process, combined with their passion for innovation and technology, has positioned the family’s Merrimart Farms for the future.
With the increased perception of conflict in society, employees may have a difficult time accepting negative feedback or managing conflict among team members.
The 2022 outlook for dairy in the Northeast is for much stronger milk prices but also lots of uncertainty, according to Christopher Wolf, Cornell University dairy economist.
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