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Dec 27, 2022 | The Business of Agriculture

Corn vs. Soybeans: Determining Profitability in 2023

This report examines current market signals for profitability in corn and soybean markets and breakeven levels for the two commodities at different fertilizer prices.

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May 27, 2022 | The Business of Agriculture

Solving Labor Challenges on Your Operation

A tight labor market compounds the perennial problem of recruiting, retaining and developing your workforce.

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Jul 28, 2020 | The Business of Agriculture

Recalibrating your 2020 Budget

The recording from the Budget 2020 Update webinar is available.

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Jun 27, 2019 | The Business of Agriculture

Make Adjustments Now to Optimize Profitability

Economists Brent Gloy and David Widmar outline the steps producers should take to identify the right adjustments for 2019.

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May 21, 2019 | The Business of Agriculture

Business-First Operations Honor Families, Build Legacies

Jolene Brown, an Iowa farmer and professional speaker, takes families through the steps to building a legacy and a stronger family with a business-first operation.

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