![Quicken is an easy program for people unfamiliar with accounting terms to use, making it a good place to start when changing from a hand-kept cash accounting system to computerized records. Nebraska Extension’s new virtual Quicken course will teach participants how to use the features of the program in a self-paced setting. Woman analyzing spreadsheets and using calculator](https://cropwatch.unl.edu/styles/large/public/images/hero/2024/financial-management-spreadsheets-computer.png?itok=4QGxGSVb)
New Virtual Quicken Course for Farm and Ranch Record-keeping Offered by Nebraska Extension
February 27, 2024
The course will lead users through hands-on sessions to develop a simple set of financial records and reports using Quicken, with exercises based on a case farm to walk through practical applications.
Free Farm and Ag Law Clinics Set for March
February 27, 2024
Nebraskans can attend a free, in-person farm finance and ag law clinic in Fairbury or Norfolk in March, or call to arrange a virtual/phone appointment.
Returning to the Farm Workshops Set for March 8-9 in Kearney
February 15, 2024
This workshop series assists families and agricultural operations with developing financial plans and successful working arrangements to meet their unique needs.
The Importance of Strategic Planning for Farmers and Ranchers
February 15, 2024
Center for Agricultural Profitability Director Larry Van Tassell discusses two steps that make planning strategic: defining the mission of the business, and assessing the external environment and its implications for the farm business.
New Program Aims to Help Socially Disadvantaged Ag Producers Access Capital
February 14, 2024
The program will assist underserved farmers and ranchers with finding affordable funding sources to start and grow their business.
![The Agricultural Budget Calculator is a free tool to help producers figure machinery field operation and ownership costs. For more, visit the <a href="https://cap.unl.edu/abc" target="_blank">ABC website</a>. (CAP photo) Combine harvesting corn field](https://cropwatch.unl.edu/styles/large/public/images/hero/2024/2024-02-02-ag-buget-calculator-field-operations.jpg?itok=AcD84LXS)
Figuring Field Operation Costs Using the Agricultural Budget Calculator Program
February 1, 2024
This article provides an in-depth analysis of field operation costs for newer equipment versus slightly older equipment of similar size and power, which are used to determine costs for planting row crops.
One-Participant 401(k): Saving for Retirement and Reducing Taxes
January 31, 2024
Insights on saving for retirement and reducing tax liability for self-employed farmers and ranchers.
One-Participant 401(k) as a Tool for Farmers and Ranchers
January 31, 2024
Center for Ag Profitability experts review features of the One-Participant 401(k), which helps self-employed individuals and their spouses save money for retirement and reduce taxable income.