Ag Finance

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Farmland Valuation: Understanding Income Capitalization and Cap Rates

August 8, 2024
Cornhusker Economics experts define several factors that are used by farm appraisers to estimate income value of farmland.

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A recent book by Morgan Housel has relatable tips for farm and ranch families in finding balance in autonomy, wealth, and happiness. (Photo by Natalie Jones)

Recent Reads: The Psychology of Money

August 1, 2024
Insights on navigating the complexities of personal finance for multi-general farms and ranches.

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Though the farm finance and ag law clinics are offered monthly at sites across Nebraska, remote sessions are another option — call the number below to arrange a one-on-one meeting via phone or virtual platform.

Free Farm and Ag Law Clinics Set for August 2024

July 25, 2024
Legal Aid of Nebraska's free legal and financial clinics in August will be hosted in Fairbury, Norfolk and Valentine.

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Though the farm finance and ag law clinics are offered monthly at sites across Nebraska, remote sessions are another option — call the number below to arrange a one-on-one meeting via phone or virtual platform.

Free Farm and Ag Law Clinics Set for July 2024

July 9, 2024
There are three dates in late July for free legal and financial clinics, sponsored by Legal Aid of Nebraska.

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Center for Agricultural Profitability webinars are free to attend and recorded for viewing at any time. For a list of upcoming webinars, visit the CAP website.

2023 Nebraska Farm Business Financial Averages

June 13, 2024
This webinar provides benchmarking data for producers regarding Nebraska farm and ranch incomes, ratios and family living data.

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Though the farm finance and ag law clinics are offered monthly at sites across Nebraska, remote sessions are another option — call the number below to arrange a one-on-one meeting via phone or virtual platform.

Free Farm and Ag Law Clinics Set for June 2024

June 6, 2024
Nebraska producers can receive free legal and financial advice through one of four clinics throughout June.

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Borrowing a loan can be a useful tool for farmers and ranchers, but it's important to first understand the loan terms and repayment requirements as spelled out in the loan documents. (CAP photo)

The Basics of Loans for Farmers and Ranchers

June 6, 2024
Extension Agricultural Economist Jessica Groskopf reviews basic information about loans, such as the difference between secured and unsecured loans, and what financial documents to prepare for a lender.

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Calculating net farm income is an important part of annual accounting tasks, as it provides the most accurate summary of the profitability and performance of your operation.

Net Farm Income Impacts Net Worth Growth

April 26, 2024
Nebraska Extension Educator Glennis McClure explains the process of analyzing net farm income and earned net worth change for the year.

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