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Insights for Farm CEOs

John Phipps is always good for a point or two to ponder. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, he’s dives into a subject that’s near and dear to all of us: the food system.

“I think rural America may experience disruption worse than many places, since our market is already barely served,” Phipps says. “Watch out for hidden hunger. Teachers are a great source for finding out what families could use help. Don’t ask if they need help. Take food over and hand it to them.”

Read John’s full commentary: Looking for Food in All the Wrong Places
 
 

Take steps to balance physical and mental wellness, which is vital to staying healthy and less accident-prone.

“Signs of stress are like the warning signs on your vehicle dashboard,” explains Sean Brotherson, family science specialist for North Dakota State University. “They indicate there’s a problem with your engine. So, you need to take steps to remedy what’s going on.”
 
 
 
 
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4 Charts to Ponder from the 2020 FAPRI Baseline

Let’s face it, trying to forecast the future just became much, much harder. Yet, taking the long view at agriculture can provide some guidance.
 
 
 

Moderate to Major Flooding Expected in 23 States

After an extremely wet year in 2019, farmers in many states should expect at least a moderate risk of flooding this spring. This includes some of the top corn- and soybean-producing states in the country.
 
 
 
 
 

Jerry Gulke: A Dead Cat Bounce Or Not?

With the backdrop of a worldwide coronavirus pandemic, the grain markets slammed lower then recovered off those lows by the end of last week.

 
 
 
 
 

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Is Your Farm Tech Evolving?

As your farm grows, your tools should grow along with it. See the latest tech you need to operate your farm right from the palm of your hand.
 
 
 
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