News
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.
How to Ask for Help When You Don’t Want to Ask for Help
Winter can be especially heavy in rural communities, where work never stops and struggles are often carried in silence. When isolation, stress, and uncertainty pile up, even the strongest people can find it hard to keep going—and asking for help can be a quiet but powerful first step, by Linda Burbidge.
Building Resiliency, Gaining Perspective
North Dakota farmers are facing tighter margins and new challenges, but upcoming data may show how they’re finding ways to adapt. The 2025 ND Farm Management report will reveal key trends in resilience, innovation, and the strategies shaping the future of North Dakota agriculture, by Morgan Stutrud.
Making Your Farm More Resilient: Practical Ways to Spread Risk
North Dakota farming is full of curveballs—from wild weather to unpredictable markets. The best defense? Spreading your risk. Learn practical ways to diversify crops, strengthen marketing, and adopt practices that keep your farm resilient year after year, by Leah Maertens.
The Backbone of the Books: Why Honesty, Consistency, and Integrity Matter in Farm Bookkeeping
Farming brings plenty of unpredictability—weather, markets, and regulations all shift in ways you can’t control. But your financial records should never be uncertain. Honest, consistent, and integrity-driven bookkeeping gives farmers a clear picture of what’s working, builds trust, and provides confidence to make sound decisions for the future, by Morgan Stutrud.
Risk vs Uncertainty
Risk can be measured and managed—but uncertainty cannot. While farmers and ranchers use tools like insurance and hedging to handle risk, uncertainty from global events or market shifts is harder to control. Building strong working capital and knowing your cost of production can help you stay financially stable when the unexpected happens, by Jason Fewell.
Hiring Your Child on the Farm: What You Need to Know
If you’re paying a child under 18 for farm work from your personal account, you could be missing out on significant tax benefits. Hiring them officially through your farm not only keeps things compliant—it can also lower your taxable income and teach valuable skills along the way, by Kelcey Hoffmann.
Strength in Numbers: Be Part of the Data
Be part of the data driving better decisions in North Dakota agriculture. The ND Farm Management Program transforms real, on-the-ground farm information into powerful insights that support smarter financial choices—not just for your operation, but for the entire ag community. Join a network of producers helping shape the future of farming, by Morgan Stutrud.
2024 North Dakota State Averages
Despite shifting markets and rising costs, North Dakota producers experienced a relatively stable year in 2024. While some financial pressures emerged, strong yields and improved livestock returns helped balance the scales. Read the full report for detailed insights and data, by Lynsey Aberle.
Making Yourself Your Number One Priority
Agriculture often demands putting others’ needs before your own, but it’s essential to prioritize your health. Remember, your farm and community need the best version of you—taking care of yourself is key to long-term success, by Leah Maertens.
How to Manage Risk in Economic Downturn
Seven strategies to help farm managers manage risk in economic downturns, including innovation, diversification, financial tools, and government support for long-term success, by Darren Wilcox.