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Strong succession is driven by leaders who are willing to plan boldly, act decisively and invest in their next generation. Your family and your operation are counting on you.

 A fourth-generation producer’s inspiring blend of traditional wisdom and innovative thinking offers a road map for resilience to farmers everywhere.

While the 1,000-page bill includes spending increases for agriculture-facing programs by $56.6 billion over the next decade, there’s one major priority that didn’t make it into the House’s version.

Unless milk prices take an unexpected dive or feed costs jump significantly, 2025 appears to be following the playbook of years like 2022 or 2024: margins get tighter, but not tight enough to trigger substantial DMC support.

Succession planning can feel overwhelming, but early planning, clear finances and open communication can pave the way for a smooth transition to the next generation.

At NexGen Dairy, Megan and Tim Schrupp are continuing their legacy while taking it to the next level — prioritizing future tech and future leaders

As operators adopt and adapt to new technologies, the potential benefits to productivity, animal welfare and sustainability are boundless.

What’s the long-term difference between starting a retirement plan at age 20 versus 40? Farm CPA Paul Neiffer crunches the numbers.

A false report surfaced online, eliciting a direct response from the manufacturer that could not be more clear: “We’re not shutting down U.S. manufacturing. In fact, it’s quite the opposite.”

Doug Stark, retired CEO of Farm Credit Services of America, joins the Ag Inspo podcast to share what he believes the next generation of producers need for building their own operations.