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Back to some business basics

The livestock industry is thriving with high calf prices. Sound accounting principles are crucial for strategic investments and sustainable growth. Managerial accounting offers a broader perspective on expenses and profitability.
August 7, 2025
Ross Bronson

The livestock industry is thriving with high calf prices. Sound accounting principles are crucial for strategic investments and sustainable growth. Managerial accounting offers a broader perspective on expenses and profitability.



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What is a carbon credit, and what do your cows have to do with it?

Carbon credits can offer a measurable and significant source of income for many ranches.
July 16, 2025
Sebastian Mejia Turcios

It’s probably safe to assume that, at some point, you’ve heard about carbon credits. After all, carbon credits have been utilized by various industries globally for decades as part of efforts to combat climate change.


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Q&A: Choosing the right crop insurance for your farm's success

A producer’s guide to coverage options, deadlines and strategies for safeguarding your farm’s bottom line.
July 15, 2025
Mike Boen

Safeguard your bottom line with crop insurance options that balance risk and reward.


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5 reasons we avoid hard conversations and how to make them easier

Putting the correct structure in place for productive conversations, learning to effectively share emotions and setting expectations for communication can make difficult conversations easier and more comfortable.
July 3, 2025
Tim Schaefer

We all know that communication is important, especially for healthy relationships, scaling up and a successful transition plan. With that said, why can it be so tough to communicate consistently? This article explores five reasons we avoid difficult conversations and how to improve overall communication. 


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Overcoming decision paralysis: How to make bold moves in agriculture

Decision paralysis can paralyze even the most experienced rancher. By recognizing the causes and implementing practical strategies, ranchers can break free from indecision and confidently make bold moves for their operations' future.
June 9, 2025
Rena Striegel

Every rancher faces difficult decisions. Whether it's investing in new equipment, expanding pastureland, preparing for succession planning or navigating generational transitions, the weight of uncertainty can paralyze even the most experienced rancher. Decision paralysis – the state of overthinking to the point of inaction – is a common challenge.


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Wearable technology: Enhancing farm labor health, wellness and safety

Wearable technology is revolutionizing agriculture by improving farm labor health, wellness and safety. These devices monitor environmental hazards and track biometric data, offering innovative solutions for worker well-being and operational efficiency.
June 6, 2025
Loretta Sorensen

From monitoring environmental hazards to tracking biometric data, these devices offer innovative solutions to improve worker well-being and operational efficiency in agricultural settings.


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Homestead Acres Ag: Sustainable hay, crops and livestock done naturally

For more than a century, the Lerwick family has been dedicated to farming and ranching in Wyoming, building on the strong foundation laid by third-generation stewards, and ensuring the family's agricultural legacy continues.
May 27, 2025
Heather Smith Thomas

Homestead Acres Ag is a part of the Lerwicks' management transition process.


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From field to funds: Collecting payment for farm goods and services

What occurs if a payment fails to arrive? You have rendered services or sold your harvest, and now you find yourself in a state of anticipation. What steps should you take next?
May 23, 2025
Kelly Wilfert

Your ability to collect payment may depend on how well you knew and managed your rights throughout the working relationship.


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Crop protection legislation: The battle over pesticide liability

Recently, national agricultural news has highlighted state legislature deliberations on crop protection legislation.
May 12, 2025
Paul Goeringer

You might be asking yourself, “What is this legislation focused on protecting? And does it benefit me as a hay and forage producer?”


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Hiring vs. doing it yourself: 2025 Idaho custom rates survey results

The University of Idaho Extension's 2025 Custom Rates Survey helps farmers compare costs of doing farm work themselves versus hiring custom operators, including results for the most-asked-about categories: tillage, seeding and hay operations.
April 16, 2025
Colby Field, Pat Hatzenbuehler, and Brett Wilder

The University of Idaho Extension's 2025 Custom Rates Survey helps farmers compare costs of doing farm work themselves versus hiring custom operators.



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