February 19, 2026

Valuing Sweat Equity and Adding a Person to the Farm, Ag Engage Conference

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Michael Langemeier presented at the Ag Engage Conference in Bloomington on February 19, 2026, on valuing sweat equity and adding a person to the farm.

 

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