2024 Crop Insurance Prices and Decision Making
March 14, 2024
Agricultural economics experts discuss projected prices for the upcoming crop year, the importance of projected prices in managing risk exposure, and different insurance contract options for managing 2024 risk.
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.
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.