Financial Management
Farmer Mac’s Brad Nordholm explains why data and energy are the new keys to credit, helping producers bridge the land-price gap and build a resilient future beyond the harvest.
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The goal of shifting to a margin mindset isn’t just about the money — it’s about clarity and control. It’s about ensuring the markets do not determine your legacy.
Record‑high beef‑on‑dairy calf prices are reshaping dairy producers’ bottom lines. But experts warn without a deliberate risk management strategy during sky‑high markets, those gains can evaporate just as fast as they appeared.
Learn how your farm’s technical data acts as a storytelling tool to unlock hidden borrowing power and transform your loan process into a strategic financial partnership.
As labor and fuel costs surge, the Dairy Margin Coverage program is failing to reflect on-farm reality. Enter the data-driven Dairy Revenue Protection tool that accounts for volatile market prices and production.
By carefully choosing what financial details to share and with whom, farm leaders can create a culture of trust, engagement and informed decision-making.
Strong financial organization and a solid relationship with your lender can make all the difference in getting a loan approved.
Each of these farms exemplifies how strategic risk management, financial oversight and a focus on profit margins over gross sales can transform a dairy operation into a successful business.
As farmers plan for 2026, challenges to profitability underscore the importance of communication with your financial institutions
What’s the long-term difference between starting a retirement plan at age 20 versus 40? Farm CPA Paul Neiffer crunches the numbers.
“Whatever your case might be, it’s about how to help absorb potential unforeseen shocks and potential short term losses if they occur,” says John Steeves with Rabobank.
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.
By focusing on these metrics and strategic areas, dairy producers can not only survive but potentially thrive in a challenging economic climate.
Many of us start thinking about ways to improve our fitness and health now that the New Year has begun. The usual advice from experts is to get moving. But when it comes to getting financially fit, sitting down might just be your best bet.
Former Top Producer award winners reveal their management goals for the year ahead.
Producers who begin planning for 2025 early will have a competitive advantage over those who don’t. Now is the time to learn the financial pulse of how your operation is performing.
Navigating the financial challenges in dairy farming.
Challenges remain, though, for producers who want to expand.