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Last minute adjustments to estimated crop production cost budgets for 2012
Published on April 5, 2012
A farm’s crop mix for 2012 may need to be adjusted following the USDA’s crop report that hit the press last week. Farms can use this new Crop Budget Simulation Template, which has been updated to reflect current costs. -
Freeboards are a must for manure storage
Published on April 4, 2012
Farmers need to be constantly aware of the remaining storage capacity of liquid manure storage structures in order to be in conformance with GAAMPs. -
The company you keep
Published on April 3, 2012
It’s natural to be influenced by the people around you, so if you want greater business success, surround yourself with progressive and successful producers and professionals. -
Evaluating livestock air emission using the National Air Quality Site Assessment Tool
Published on March 21, 2012
NAQSAT helps livestock farmers identify opportunities to reduce air emissions associated with their farms. -
What is GAP?
Published on March 20, 2012
Producers in the Upper Peninsula will have two opportunities to learn how they can incorporate Good Agricultural Practices into their farming processes. -
Tax planning for 2012 is more important than ever
Published on March 12, 2012
With tax rules and options changing, a profitable 2011 for farms may require additional tax management planning for 2012. -
Financial Ratios Part 20 of 21: Interest-Expense ratio
Published on March 6, 2012
How much of a business or farms’ gross income is being spent to pay interest on borrowed money? -
Financial Ratios Part 18 of 21: Operating-Expense ratio
Published on March 6, 2012
How much business or farm income is being used to cover expenses? -
Financial Ratios Part 19 of 21: Depreciation-Expense ratio
Published on March 6, 2012
How quickly does a business or farm go through its capital assets? -
Financial Ratios Part 21 of 21: Net Income Ratio
Published on March 6, 2012
What is a business or farm’s profit when compared to its gross income?