ND Farm Management
North Dakota Farm Management programs are designed to provide education to farm owners and operators or persons interested in farming. The purpose of the program is to assist clients in meeting their business and personal goals. This is best accomplished through the use of quality records and sound business decisions.
Farmers and ranchers have passed valuable lessons down from one generation to the next. But with today’s ever-changing market conditions and rising operating costs, farming and ranching the same way year after year may not provide you with your best path to profitability. Learning new lessons through the North Dakota Farm Management program can help you maximize your operation’s potential and profits.
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Now Is a Good Time to Review Expenses
Harvest is a good time to take a hard look at what this year’s crop actually cost, from equipment and repairs to labor, debt and other operating expenses. Before committing to next year’s inputs and investments, make sure every dollar spent has a clear purpose and contributes to the operation’s bottom line, by Leah Maertens.
What Happens to the Farm When You’re Not There?
When the person who knows the farm inside and out is suddenly unavailable, even routine decisions can become difficult. An emergency farm binder can help keep the operation running by putting essential contacts, financial information, farm responsibilities and key records in one accessible place, by Morgan Stutrud
Retirement Planning for Farmers and Ranchers
Retirement planning is often overlooked in agriculture, but preparing for the future is just as important as managing today’s operation. Taking time to understand retirement savings options can help build long term financial security and provide greater peace of mind in the years ahead, by Jason Fewell
Life’s Best Lessons are Learned on the Farm
Our Mission is to provide lifelong learning opportunities in economic and financial management for persons
involved in the farming and ranching business.
