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We research and report on the financial performance of Minnesota farms and provide tools to farmers and ag professionals that support the future of agriculture. Our goal is to build on the profitability and success already achieved by Minnesota’s agricultural industry and help small farm owners succeed as stewards of the land.

Features

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) update

The Minnesota Board of Animal Health has confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in Meeker County as of October 11, 2023.

Emergency Grain Storage Facility Assistance Program and REAP

The Emergency Grain Storage Facility Assistance Program (EGSFP) provides cost-share assistance to grain producers or local commercial grain facilities to construct storage facilities.

Soil Management Summit

The Soil Management Summit emphasizes proven farmer experience and applied science.

Business

Farm bill

Crop programs and Dairy Margin Coverage

Farm finance

For crop insurance, crop production and dairy

Farmland rent and economics

Rental rates and land values by county, flexible land rental agreements

Farm tax and legal

Tax and legal impacts for various situations

Managing a farm business

Marketing, recordkeeping and hiring

Transfer and estate planning

Passing the farm business and other assets to the next generation

Women in Ag Network

Leadership, management and agricultural production education and opportunities for women

Farming systems

Agroforestry

Agroforestry combines agricultural and forestry practices to improve environmental quality, productivity and economic returns.

Small farms

Information on running a one- to 40-acre farm

Safety

Farm safety

Stress management, extreme weather, equipment, livestock

Growing safe food

On-farm food safety, GAPs audits, Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)

News

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HPAI update

The Minnesota Board of Animal Health has confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in Meeker County as of October 11, 2023.

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What is the best replacement rate for your dairy?

Raising replacement cows can be expensive so creating a cost-effective replacement strategy is important.

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Use business analysis tools to create action items for your dairy

A reversed SWOT analysis, or TOWS, can help you identify new business opportunities and recognize potential threats before they become a problem.

Ag Business Management News

Find more articles on our news page.

Events

More learning opportunities

Courses and events for managing a farm from around the state

Ag business management events

Workshops, conferences and other learning opportunities

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