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The 2020 coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has certainly left many Americans scrambling and having to make lifestyle changes they never expected. While many Americans are left without jobs, there are lots of “essential” employees still working.
Many dairy farm businesses are family-run operations that span over multiple generations. While the joy of working with family can be rewarding, challenges often arise on personal and professional levels.
Between USDA assistance such as the Commodity Food Assistance Program (CFAP) payments, Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans and everything in between, it will be critical for dairy farmers to stay up to date on projected year-end numbers to avoid unpleasant tax surprises. The first place to start is with accurate records.
As a consultant, when we are called into a dairy, one of the first questions we always ask owners and managers is to describe the culture that exists in their operation.
Ever since the increasing popularity of non-dairy alternatives, dairy farmers have suffered from depressed prices and marginal profitability, causing considerable stress throughout the industry.
Housekeeping is a basic foundation for a safe workplace. Poor housekeeping often contributes to workplace injuries. Housekeeping is much more than just sweeping up or taking out the trash.
Our team at AgriStaff USA recently conducted a survey of over 150 Latino dairy employees throughout Wisconsin. We routinely conduct formal surveys to gather information about what employees find important in relation to their job. The surveys aid us in recognizing trends in changes of preferences, as well as guiding our clients in making the best decisions for their farms to attract and retain a quality workforce.
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