COMMON GROUND BLOG

Feb 21, 2024 | The Business of Agriculture

Discover which economic and crop insurance changes need to be factored into 2024 risk management plans ahead of March 15.

Apr 8, 2020 | The Business of Agriculture

“Being price takers, not price makers, being weather takers, not weather makers, we need to focus on those things that we can control.” Christa Wilson, RVP for our related services.

Jun 12, 2019 | Crop Insurance

Here is what you need to know if you are a military veteran and farmer or rancher.

Jun 11, 2019 | Crop Insurance

For those adversely impacted by weather, that means making the right financial decision for your operation during this late planting period. For all producers, it means keeping marketing top of mind to maximize profitability.

Mar 21, 2018 | Crop Insurance

We’ve got an overview of strategies and tips for improving your bottom line from our GrowingOn® meetings.

Mar 6, 2017 | Crop Insurance

Are you optimizing your insurance for the amount you are spending?

Sep 1, 2016 | The Business of Agriculture

Maintaining good communication with lenders has become increasingly important as operating margins have tightened.

Nov 12, 2015 | Crop Insurance

Livestock feeders, now that your production is safely stored, request an appraisal before feeding any livestock. Brush up on recordkeeping requirements.

Jun 10, 2014 | Crop Insurance

The storm that hit parts of Nebraska and Iowa on June 3 proved as powerful as forecasters had warned. Fortunately, customers heeded the warnings and reviewed their crop insurance levels before the hail hit.