September 14, 2017

Managing Risk: A Conversation with Maple Farms

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Maple Farms is a family partnership, with three generations of the family actively involved in the farm since 1975. Maple Farms primarily grows food-grade corn and seed soybeans. Maple Farms is devoted to high quality agricultural production with an emphasis on cooperative management with honest and integrity. Focusing on being good farmers and also improving marginal farms through an organized work force utilizing the latest in GPS technology and up to date record keeping. Maple Farms practices safe handling methods out of respect for the environment. The Maple Farms goal is to provide income, stability, and new opportunities to support the growing farm and family.

 

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