Tim Laatsch recommends having "boots on the ground" during on-farm research. A trusted partner on site can help with taking measurements, laying out treatments, and marking plot corners, so you can stay in the cab and execute the trial properly and accurately. Photo by Koch Agronomic Services.
Updated Mar 1, 2021
A great way to achieve this? On-farm research. An Illinois-based farmer, Laatsch knows first-hand the importance of on-farm research... Illinois farmer and Director of Agronomy, North America for Koch Agronomic Services, Tim Laatsch... Here he shares the steps to follow for conducting on-farm research and the best strategies for ensuring it’s a successful endeavor... Frame Your Research QuestionThe first step to getting started with on-farm research is to ask yourself why you’re doing it, Laatsch says...
Categories: Farm Management, Operating a Farm, Precision Agriculture
Updated Mar 22
South Carolina residents looking to build their farm businesses can now learn what they need to start with a firm foundation thanks to an online class from Clemson Extension. Farming Foundations is a free course that teaches farmers knowledge they need to get their farms moving in the right direction... Zack Snipes, assistant program leader for the Clemson Extension horticulture team and area horticulture agent, said classes focus on vegetable production but many topics such as soil testing, fertility and irrigation can be applied to other farming ventures as well. “This course was designed for new or beginning farmers who are looking to hobby farm or start their own commercial farm,” Snipes said. “Agents get many questions from prospective farmers...
Categories: Farm Management, News, Operating a Farm
By Jay Parsons
Published Oct 12, 2021
Join us tomorrow night October 12, 2021 at 7:00 PM CDT. Farm Flock Economics - Registration LinkPresenter: Bridger Feuz, University of WyomingHost:Dr. Jay Parsons, Department of Agricultural Economics, University of Nebraska-LincolnDescription:Keeping track of things is an important but tall task sometimes in the life of a sheep producer. This webinar will discuss some of the essential records for making good management decisions. We will also look at useful economic tools to help make good decisions focused on farm flocks...
Categories: Farm Management, Specialty Livestock
By Rupali Patil
Published Dec 3, 2021
According to the new market research report “Indoor Farming Technology Market by Growing System (Hydroponics, Aeroponics, Aquaponics, Soil-based, Hybrid), Facility Type, Component, Crop Type (Fruits & Vegetables, Herbs & Microgreens, Flowers & Ornamentals), and Region – Global Forecast to 2026″, published by MarketsandMarkets™, the market size is estimated to account for a value of USD 14... Factors such as the higher yield as compared to conventional agriculture practices, controlled environment farming, and improved yield and higher produce with limited land resources, are some of the key factors driving the growth of the indoor farming technology market during the forecast period. Download PDF Brochure: Download PDF Brochure - Indoor Farming Technology Market by Growing System, Crop Type, Region - Global Forecast 2026 | MarketsandMarkets Request for Customization - Indoor Farming Technology Market by Growing System, Crop Type, Region - Global Forecast 2026 | MarketsandMarkets COVID-19 Impact on the Global Indoor Farming Technology MarketAmid the spread of COVID-19 pandemic, many individuals have developed a critical point of view towards outdoor food... After the devastating outbreak of coronavirus pandemic, the adoption rate of urban indoor farming systems around the world are estimated to rise sharply... There were huge labour shortages on the farm, some farmers missed their window of opportunity for harvesting for seasonal crops, the falling prices of agricultural products and the disruption of logistics...
Categories: Agribusiness, Farm Management
By Farm Life
Published Oct 31, 2021
Whether you’re looking for farm-related quotations that are inspirational, motivational, educational, or just entertaining, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s a fun mix of farming quotes from a variety of sources including people inside and outside of ag: everyday farmers, esteemed authors, legendary presidents, and so on... Not a moment of life is wasted on a farm... - Bryan KuntzFarming is intrinsically about sustaining land, family, and community... We all flourish or decline with the farmer...
Categories: Agribusiness, Farm Management, Operating a Farm
Updated Mar 1, 2021
With last year’s season completed and this year’s yet to begin, now is a natural time to reflect on your farm’s performance and how you can improve in the future. One way to make your decision-making process even better is by conducting your own on-farm research... Universities Propel Start of On-Farm ResearchLocated in Tensas Parish, La. , Mead and Marshall Hardwick have followed in their father’s footsteps with on-farm research for their 8,000-acre operation on their family’s 20,000-acre, Somerset Plantation. It started when their parents returned to their mother’s family farm in the 1980s...
Categories: Farm Management, Operating a Farm, Precision Agriculture
Farmmee, an app that connect farmers with farmers when they need help the most, is now available.
By Rick Purnell
Published May 24, 2021
Des Moines, IA, May 24, 2020 – Every farmer knows what it’s like to see a storm on the horizon with acres of crop to harvest before it hits... Farmmee (https://www. farmmee. com), solves dilemmas like this and more by quickly connecting farmers with farmers to solve immediate challenges. The app provides a robust collaboration network that lets farmers seek services by other farmers and also lets farmers offer their services to other farmers...
Categories: Agribusiness, Apps, Farm Management
By Corey Tyner
Updated Sep 27, 2021
Owning farmland is fantastic because even if you sell nothing off it, it gains value over time for simply being a large plot of land... These are the top ways to gain money off of your farmland besides selling crops! But, of course, if you have a large enough property, you can combine many of these options to achieve an even larger income!1. Raising Animals To Produce ProductsAnimals are a natural part of owning and working farmland... Build A Barndominium For Others to RentA small barndominium is a fantastic addition to any farm property because it gives it the chance to offer something that many farms don't have... Farmland Income Can Be More Than CropsMany think the only source of income for farmland is the crops they grow to sell...
Categories: Farm Management
Havelet Finance Limited can help you get a Farm/Agricultural loan with bad credit
Published Apr 24
Havelet Finance Limited can help you get a Farm/Agricultural loan with bad creditHavelet Finance Limited assist farmers to get Farm/Agricultural Loan even with bad credit Scores... Prospective farm owners can search for companies that lend to those with poor credit... Gather proof of your farming experience (and be prepared to present it)... They will look at your credit score but also consider your background in the farming industry. If you have significant farming experience, then you’re more likely to be approved even with a less than desirable score...
Categories: Ag Policy, Agribusiness, Farm Management
Job Title: Farmer, Ag Retail Professional
Interests:
Beef, Feed, Ag Commentary, Marketing, Accounting and Bookkeeping, Ag Policy, Agribusiness, Farm Management, Farmland and Real Estate, Human Resources, Operating a Farm, Succession Planning, Taxes, Projects, Purchasing, Repair, Tools
Job Title: Farmer, Ag Retail Professional
Interests:
Beef, Feed, Ag Commentary, Marketing, Accounting and Bookkeeping, Ag Policy, Agribusiness, Farm Management, Farmland and Real Estate, Human Resources, Operating a Farm, Succession Planning, Taxes, Projects, Purchasing, Repair, Tools
Business Title: PossumBerry Farm
Job Title: Farmer, Landowner, Farm Manager or Employee, Other Ag Professional, Farmer's Spouse or Family Member
About: What’s up, y’all? PossumBerry Farmstead is a two-year old, small family farm on 100 year old family homestead land. We specialize in small-batch muscadine & possum berry wine, jellies, kombucha and tinctures; viticulture; and, tobacco. Cross/Jackson homestead since August 1894. Jordan Family Farm, Charles & Olivia Jordan, est 1980.
Interests:
Organic Row Crops, Dairy, Feed, Poultry, Swine, Crop Protection, Soil Health, Sustainable Agriculture, Marketing, News, Accounting and Bookkeeping, Ag Policy, Agribusiness, Farm Management, Operating a Farm, Taxes, Purchasing, Repair, Tools, Conservation Easements, Conservation Plans, Cover Crops, NRCS, Hemp, Orchard Crops, Organic Specialty Crops, Vegetables, Fishing, Homesteading, Horses, Hunting, Tobacco
Business Title: AGROPHILY FARMS
Job Title: Farmer, Rancher, Landowner, Ag Retail Professional, Ag Investor, Farm Manager or Employee
Interests:
Corn, Cotton, Organic Row Crops, Peanuts, Rice, Sorghum, Soybeans, Wheat, Beef, Feed, Grass-Fed Livestock, Poultry, Specialty Livestock, Crop Protection, Crop Scouting, Fertility, Irrigation, Soil Health, Sustainable Agriculture, Precision Agriculture, Ag Commentary, Marketing, News, Agribusiness, Farm Management, Operating a Farm, Succession Planning, Projects, Purchasing, Shops, Tools, Conservation Plans, Cover Crops, Organic Specialty Crops, Tree Nuts, Vegetables, Fishing, Homesteading
Job Title: Landowner, Farmer
Interests:
Canola, Corn, Rice, Wheat, Crop Protection, Fertility, Soil Health, Sustainable Agriculture, Apps, Agribusiness, Farm Management, Repair, Tools, Cover Crops
Business Title: Harvest Harmonics
Job Title: Other Ag Professional, Ag Sales Representative
About: I help innovators farmers around the world grow healthier and more productive plants, increase yield and reduce input cost, with a new, unique and organic technology using biophysics. Connect with me for info.
Interests:
Corn, Cotton, Organic Row Crops, Peanuts, Rice, Sorghum, Soybeans, Wheat, Dairy, Grass-Fed Livestock, Crop Protection, Crop Scouting, Fertility, Irrigation, Soil Health, Sustainable Agriculture, Farm Management, Operating a Farm, Conservation Plans, Cover Crops, Orchard Crops, Organic Specialty Crops, Tree Nuts, Vegetables
Job Title: Farmer, Other Ag Professional, Agricultural Historian
About: Retired military; Veteran Farmer Advocate; Historical Ag Interpretations
Interests:
Vegetables, Cover Crops, Ag Policy, Precision Agriculture, Organic Row Crops, Irrigation, Timber, Marketing, Agribusiness, Wheat, Soil Health, Sustainable Agriculture, Ag Commentary, Accounting and Bookkeeping, Operating a Farm, Taxes, Farm Management, Conservation Plans, Hemp, Organic Specialty Crops, Orchard Crops, Tree Nuts, Hunting, Homesteading, Soil Water
Business Title: Tractor Supply Company
Job Title: Other Ag Professional, Garden Center Manager/Greenhouse Specialist
About: Like most people in agriculture, I wear many hats. I currently work full-time as a retail garden center manager/greenhouse specialist for Tractor Supply Co. I also teach sustainable agriculture continuing education workshops for our local community college. And in my spare time, I manage my farm.
I love working with plants, animals, and people. My passion is helping others to learn.
Interests:
Crop Protection, Crop Scouting, Fertility, Irrigation, Soil Health, Sustainable Agriculture, Apps, Ag Commentary, Marketing, News, Ag Policy, Agribusiness, Farm Management, Operating a Farm, Conservation Plans, Cover Crops, Orchard Crops, Organic Specialty Crops, Tree Nuts, Vegetables, Homesteading, Timber, Organic Row Crops, Beef, Feed, Grass-Fed Livestock, Poultry, Specialty Livestock, Projects, Tools, Conservation Easements
Business Title: Buy Yo Dirt
Job Title: Other Ag Professional, Land Real Estate Professional
About: My name is Corey Tyner, a land/farm buyer and investor from Phoenix, Arizona.
Interests:
Farm Management, Farmland and Real Estate, Operating a Farm, Fishing, Homesteading, Horses, Hunting, Timber, Tobacco
Business Title: ON SIGHT 247
Job Title: Other Ag Professional, Farm Security Services
About: On Sight 24/7 is your leader in Farm Security and Livestock Barn Surveillance. We are a Midwest based company dedicated to providing the utmost protection with the technical support to maintain it!
Interests:
Ag Commentary, Marketing, News, Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Beef, Dairy, Grass-Fed Livestock, Poultry, Specialty Livestock, Swine, Crop Protection, Apps, Farm Management, Operating a Farm, Projects, Shops, Tools, Fishing, Horses, Hunting
Business Title: Field Pocket
Job Title: Landowner, Farmer's Spouse or Family Member, Other Ag Professional, Tech founder
About: Farmers Wife, Mother of 6, Mental Health Practitioner, and Tech Co-Founder of Field Pocket.
Interests:
Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Apps, Accounting and Bookkeeping, Farm Management, Operating a Farm, Irrigation, Agribusiness
Public
Here’s a group to discuss all aspects of ag equipment and machinery including making purchases, performing repairs, using tools, carrying out projects, and showing off your shops. Additionally, companies and reps are also welcome to promote their latest products so we know what’s available.
Interest:
Apps, Precision Agriculture, Telemetry, Agribusiness, Farm Management, Operating a Farm, Projects, Purchasing, Repair, Shops, Tools
Public
A starting point to assist young and upcoming farmers with financial know how
Interest:
Agribusiness, Farm Management, Succession Planning
Public
At ON SIGHT 24/7 we are dedicated to protecting the livelihood of the American Farmer! Within this group we will share our products, what they do, how we can customize a surveillance system locally and nationally and the benefits of having a full service Technical Support team available to you!
Interest:
Canola, Corn, Cotton, Organic Row Crops, Peanuts, Rice, Sorghum, Soybeans, Wheat, Beef, Dairy, Feed, Grass-Fed Livestock, Poultry, Specialty Livestock, Swine, Crop Protection, Farm Management, Shops, Tools, Hemp, Orchard Crops, Organic Specialty Crops, Vegetables, Horses, Hunting, Tobacco
Public
Trending Technologies in the New Age of Agriculture Industry
Interest:
Canola, Organic Row Crops, Sorghum, Beef, Dairy, Feed, Specialty Livestock, Crop Protection, Crop Scouting, Fertility, Irrigation, Soil Health, Sustainable Agriculture, Apps, Precision Agriculture, Telemetry, Accounting and Bookkeeping, Ag Policy, Agribusiness, Farm Management, Farmland and Real Estate, Operating a Farm, Projects, Purchasing
Public
Coming 2022 - one place where landowners and pros connect, communicate, and do land... no matter it\'s size.
Interest:
Precision Agriculture, Marketing, Agribusiness, Sustainable Agriculture, Apps, Farm Management, Conservation Plans, NRCS
Public
Here is a group for growers of specialty crops to come together.
Interest:
Orchard Crops, Organic Specialty Crops, Tree Nuts, Crop Protection, Crop Scouting, Fertility, Soil Health, Sustainable Agriculture, Precision Agriculture, Ag Commentary, Marketing, News, Accounting and Bookkeeping, Ag Policy, Agribusiness, Farm Management, Farmland and Real Estate, Human Resources, Operating a Farm, Succession Planning, Taxes
Public
We are interested in gathering experiences, solutions and history of organic methods in citrus production. As well as record and document unique policy and market access hurdles organic citrus growers face in each different region of the world.
Interest:
Organic Row Crops, Crop Protection, Fertility, Irrigation, Soil Health, Sustainable Agriculture, Apps, Precision Agriculture, Telemetry, Ag Commentary, Marketing, News, Ag Policy, Agribusiness, Farm Management, Farmland and Real Estate, Operating a Farm, Conservation Easements, Conservation Plans, Cover Crops, Orchard Crops, Organic Specialty Crops, Homesteading
Public
A group dedicated to spreading the knowledge of cover crops
Interest:
Corn, Cotton, Peanuts, Soybeans, Wheat, Sorghum, Cover Crops, Fertility, Soil Health, Sustainable Agriculture, Farm Management, Operating a Farm, Conservation Easements, Conservation Plans, NRCS, Vegetables
Public
Here’s a group to discuss all of the finance and management decisions that need to be made when operating a farm.
Interest:
Corn, Cotton, Peanuts, Soybeans, Wheat, Vegetables, Rice, Canola, Sorghum, Beef, Dairy, Poultry, Swine, Cover Crops, Ag Policy, Precision Agriculture, Irrigation, Timber, Marketing, Agribusiness
Public
We are a family farm that believes in raising livestock in a caring and natural way. Our livestock is raised on pasture with many animals free-ranging. We currently raise Scottish Highland Cattle, multiple species of hogs, goats, sheep, chickens, ducks, and turkeys.
Interest:
Beef, Grass-Fed Livestock, Poultry, Specialty Livestock, Swine
Tim Laatsch recommends having "boots on the ground" during on-farm research. A trusted partner on site can help with taking measurements, laying out treatments, and marking plot corners, so you can stay in the cab and execute the trial properly and accurately. Photo by Koch Agronomic Services.
Updated Mar 1, 2021
A great way to achieve this? On-farm research. An Illinois-based farmer, Laatsch knows first-hand the importance of on-farm research... Illinois farmer and Director of Agronomy, North America for Koch Agronomic Services, Tim Laatsch... Here he shares the steps to follow for conducting on-farm research and the best strategies for ensuring it’s a successful endeavor... Frame Your Research QuestionThe first step to getting started with on-farm research is to ask yourself why you’re doing it, Laatsch says...
Categories: Farm Management, Operating a Farm, Precision Agriculture
Updated Mar 22
South Carolina residents looking to build their farm businesses can now learn what they need to start with a firm foundation thanks to an online class from Clemson Extension. Farming Foundations is a free course that teaches farmers knowledge they need to get their farms moving in the right direction... Zack Snipes, assistant program leader for the Clemson Extension horticulture team and area horticulture agent, said classes focus on vegetable production but many topics such as soil testing, fertility and irrigation can be applied to other farming ventures as well. “This course was designed for new or beginning farmers who are looking to hobby farm or start their own commercial farm,” Snipes said. “Agents get many questions from prospective farmers...
Categories: Farm Management, News, Operating a Farm
By Jay Parsons
Published Oct 12, 2021
Join us tomorrow night October 12, 2021 at 7:00 PM CDT. Farm Flock Economics - Registration LinkPresenter: Bridger Feuz, University of WyomingHost:Dr. Jay Parsons, Department of Agricultural Economics, University of Nebraska-LincolnDescription:Keeping track of things is an important but tall task sometimes in the life of a sheep producer. This webinar will discuss some of the essential records for making good management decisions. We will also look at useful economic tools to help make good decisions focused on farm flocks...
Categories: Farm Management, Specialty Livestock
By Rupali Patil
Published Dec 3, 2021
According to the new market research report “Indoor Farming Technology Market by Growing System (Hydroponics, Aeroponics, Aquaponics, Soil-based, Hybrid), Facility Type, Component, Crop Type (Fruits & Vegetables, Herbs & Microgreens, Flowers & Ornamentals), and Region – Global Forecast to 2026″, published by MarketsandMarkets™, the market size is estimated to account for a value of USD 14... Factors such as the higher yield as compared to conventional agriculture practices, controlled environment farming, and improved yield and higher produce with limited land resources, are some of the key factors driving the growth of the indoor farming technology market during the forecast period. Download PDF Brochure: Download PDF Brochure - Indoor Farming Technology Market by Growing System, Crop Type, Region - Global Forecast 2026 | MarketsandMarkets Request for Customization - Indoor Farming Technology Market by Growing System, Crop Type, Region - Global Forecast 2026 | MarketsandMarkets COVID-19 Impact on the Global Indoor Farming Technology MarketAmid the spread of COVID-19 pandemic, many individuals have developed a critical point of view towards outdoor food... After the devastating outbreak of coronavirus pandemic, the adoption rate of urban indoor farming systems around the world are estimated to rise sharply... There were huge labour shortages on the farm, some farmers missed their window of opportunity for harvesting for seasonal crops, the falling prices of agricultural products and the disruption of logistics...
Categories: Agribusiness, Farm Management
By Farm Life
Published Oct 31, 2021
Whether you’re looking for farm-related quotations that are inspirational, motivational, educational, or just entertaining, you’ve come to the right place. Here’s a fun mix of farming quotes from a variety of sources including people inside and outside of ag: everyday farmers, esteemed authors, legendary presidents, and so on... Not a moment of life is wasted on a farm... - Bryan KuntzFarming is intrinsically about sustaining land, family, and community... We all flourish or decline with the farmer...
Categories: Agribusiness, Farm Management, Operating a Farm
Updated Mar 1, 2021
With last year’s season completed and this year’s yet to begin, now is a natural time to reflect on your farm’s performance and how you can improve in the future. One way to make your decision-making process even better is by conducting your own on-farm research... Universities Propel Start of On-Farm ResearchLocated in Tensas Parish, La. , Mead and Marshall Hardwick have followed in their father’s footsteps with on-farm research for their 8,000-acre operation on their family’s 20,000-acre, Somerset Plantation. It started when their parents returned to their mother’s family farm in the 1980s...
Categories: Farm Management, Operating a Farm, Precision Agriculture
Farmmee, an app that connect farmers with farmers when they need help the most, is now available.
By Rick Purnell
Published May 24, 2021
Des Moines, IA, May 24, 2020 – Every farmer knows what it’s like to see a storm on the horizon with acres of crop to harvest before it hits... Farmmee (https://www. farmmee. com), solves dilemmas like this and more by quickly connecting farmers with farmers to solve immediate challenges. The app provides a robust collaboration network that lets farmers seek services by other farmers and also lets farmers offer their services to other farmers...
Categories: Agribusiness, Apps, Farm Management
By Corey Tyner
Updated Sep 27, 2021
Owning farmland is fantastic because even if you sell nothing off it, it gains value over time for simply being a large plot of land... These are the top ways to gain money off of your farmland besides selling crops! But, of course, if you have a large enough property, you can combine many of these options to achieve an even larger income!1. Raising Animals To Produce ProductsAnimals are a natural part of owning and working farmland... Build A Barndominium For Others to RentA small barndominium is a fantastic addition to any farm property because it gives it the chance to offer something that many farms don't have... Farmland Income Can Be More Than CropsMany think the only source of income for farmland is the crops they grow to sell...
Categories: Farm Management
Havelet Finance Limited can help you get a Farm/Agricultural loan with bad credit
Published Apr 24
Havelet Finance Limited can help you get a Farm/Agricultural loan with bad creditHavelet Finance Limited assist farmers to get Farm/Agricultural Loan even with bad credit Scores... Prospective farm owners can search for companies that lend to those with poor credit... Gather proof of your farming experience (and be prepared to present it)... They will look at your credit score but also consider your background in the farming industry. If you have significant farming experience, then you’re more likely to be approved even with a less than desirable score...
Categories: Ag Policy, Agribusiness, Farm Management
Updated Dec 14, 2021
My journey in automation for my farm started with connecting my bank and credit card accounts in QBO... Inventory management can make or break your business... I was wasting too much precious time on manual redundant data entry and my stress levels were off the charts because I knew my farm would fail if this was not corrected ASAP... I figured I had little to lose because the farm would fail if this problem was not solved... )Most farms can get by with QBO Simple Start or Essentials...
Categories: Accounting and Bookkeeping, Apps, Farm Management
Published Mar 7
Pine Forest, so the soil is probably acidic. Located in North-East corner of Ohio. We are going to grind out the stumps, disc the soil, broadcast the seed and harrow it to finish.
Categories: Farm Management, Homesteading, Hunting
By Anonymous Member
Published Dec 1, 2020
Categories: Apps, Marketing, Farm Management
By Anonymous Member
Published Feb 25, 2021
If you had to decide between a forklift or a skid steer for on-farm use, what would you choose and why?
Categories: Operating a Farm, Purchasing, Tools
By Jerry Smith
Published Mar 20, 2021
If you create your own on-farm trials, what kinds of trials? How long have you been doing that and what has your overall experience been like?
Categories: Corn, Fertility, Operating a Farm
By Anonymous Member
Published Oct 31, 2021
Categories: Farmland and Real Estate
By Ray Bohacz
Updated Nov 23, 2021
Have the challenges of farming truly changed much over the decades or have our expectations changed? Has the affluence of our nation since WWII impacted our perception of agriculture when compared to 70 years ago? Do we need/want more now to feel that we are successful? As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I am sincerely interested in your thoughts on these questions. Thank you and please write as long a response as you deem necessary.
By Zubair Ahmad
Published Mar 18, 2020
My question is related to farming please help me by answering my question. Thank you.
Categories: Wheat, Dairy, Irrigation
By Anonymous Member
Published Mar 25, 2021
Looking for recommendations: What farm analytics services have you used? What do you like and don't like about them?
Categories: Crop Scouting, Precision Agriculture
Published Aug 15, 2021
Chia seeds are not Listed on the platform,for this super food we are currently doing conventional,but looking for partnership to go organic for tailored markets. for more jetstreamagencies@gmail.com cell/WhatsApp:+256782691445
By Anonymous Member
Published Feb 25, 2021
Categories: Soybeans
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