Including Employees in the Decision-Making Process Aug 30, 2019 by Peter Callan - Virginia Cooperative Extension Many farm owners believe that that they must constantly “ride herd” over their employees. But that's not the best practice.
Dairy Relocations Causing Milk Surplus in South Dakota Oct 12, 2017 by AgDay TV Whether it’s a lack of labor or the cost of doing business, some dairies are searching for a new home.
Alltech Offers New Employee Management Tools Jul 25, 2019 by Mike Opperman New tool helps dairy producers identify personality traits that will aid in hiring the right employees for the operation.
Checkoff Legal Battle May Expand to 13 New States Aug 14, 2018 by Greg Henderson R-CALF seeks to add states to injunction while NCBA vows to defend checkoff against HSUS and other activists.
Health Checkups For Your Workforce Jul 06, 2018 by Jim Dickrell Unique program brings nursing students to farms.
Nonprofit Brings Flood-Stricken Nebraska Ranchers Hay Help Mar 20, 2019 by Associated Press A farm aid nonprofit is launching an effort to deliver donated hay to ranchers in flood-stricken Nebraska, resurrecting a program first used nearly two years ago to help cattle producers facing drought conditions.
Floodwaters Threaten Millions in Crop and Livestock Losses Mar 20, 2019 by Associated Press The flooding is expected to continue throughout the week in several states as high water flows down the Missouri River.
Nebraska Panel Advances Farmland Property Tax Measure Mar 21, 2019 by Associated Press A bill that would tie farmland property taxes to the value of commodity prices is headed to the full Nebraska Legislature for debate.
Keeping a Workforce Motivated Takes More Than Just Money Aug 12, 2019 by Lisa Holden, Penn State University When considering ways to boost profits, do not overlook the assets you have in people.
You Can Help Prevent Farmer Suicides Jul 13, 2018 by Jim Dickrell The dark underbelly of the current dairy crisis is that some farmers will see no way out but to attempt to take their own lives.
