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Do you really need all that machinery on your farm?
Hidden profit robbers, Part 3: Unused machinery, too much diversification could be affecting your profitability

Can your cash flow handle new farm machinery payments?
Hidden profit robbers, Part 2: Real numbers on new and used machinery

Depreciation and farm machinery, a rule of thumb
Hidden profit robbers, Part 1

How to ask your lender for money when you need it
Having a business plan that tells your farm’s story increases your chance of success with lenders

Family sees four options to get farm finances on track
If you’re in financial trouble, address the problem without abandoning your goals

Facing and addressing farm financial issues
Bad harvest weather. Low prices. If things look grim, it’s time to get to work

Five reasons to make a farm business plan
Many farmers do not have a business plan. Here are five reasons to make one for your farm
Three Steps For Making Better Business Decisions On The Farm
How A Young Farm Family Can Succeed
Grainews is written for farmers and often by farmers. It is about putting theory into practice on the farm. Each issue also features Cattleman’s Corner for cow-calf producers and farmers with mixed cattle and grain operations.