Top Farmer Conference: January 5, 2024

Explore key factors influencing the U.S. economy & biofuels future. Join us for a one-day conference that will stimulate your thinking about agriculture's future and how you can position your farm to be successful in the years ahead. Attend in person in West Lafayette, Indiana or join us remotely.

November 30, 2015

Capturing the Upside & Buffering the Downside

Key management strategies farmers can use to successfully manage their farms during the economic downturn in agriculture. Mike Boehlje, Michael Langemeier and Mike Gunderson​ discuss several clear cut strategies that farmers can implement now that will help position their farming operation for success in the years ahead.

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