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We research and report on the financial performance of Minnesota farms and provide tools to farmers and ag professionals that support the future of agriculture. Our goal is to build on the profitability and success already achieved by Minnesota’s agricultural industry and help small farm owners succeed as stewards of the land.

Features

The 2024 Farm Resource Guide is now available at many local Extension offices. You also can download it for free.

Prevent and late planting coverage dates

This year's frequent rains may prevent planting from being completed before yield decreases become significant. For insurance coverage, the final planting date for corn was May 31. For soybeans, it is June 10. After these dates, producers have several options.

Develop a heat and air quality safety plan for your farm workers

High heat and humidity can make it dangerous for growers to work outdoors. While wildfire smoke and other air pollutants can make it dangerous for growers to breathe the air while working outdoors. Here are some best practices for protecting yourself and your employees.

Food safety for flooded fields

Flooding can introduce chemical and microbial risks to fresh produce that can cause human illness if the produce is eaten. Follow these guidelines to ensure the safety of your produce after a flooding event.

Business

Farm bill

Crop programs and Dairy Margin Coverage

Farm finance

For crop insurance, crop production and dairy

Farmland rent and economics

Rental rates and land values by county, flexible land rental agreements

Farm tax and legal

Tax and legal impacts for various situations

Marketing farm products

Marketing, recordkeeping and hiring

Transfer and estate planning

Passing the farm business and other assets to the next generation

Women in Ag Network

Leadership, management and agricultural production education and opportunities for women

Farming systems

Agroforestry

Agroforestry combines agricultural and forestry practices to improve environmental quality, productivity and economic returns.

Small farms

Information on running a one- to 40-acre farm

Safety

Farm safety

Stress management, extreme weather, equipment, livestock

Growing safe food

On-farm food safety, GAPs audits, Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)

News

A field of corn in June.
Prevent and late planting coverage dates

This year's frequent rains may prevent planting from being completed before yield decreases become significant. For insurance coverage, the final planting date for corn was May 31. For soybeans, it is June 10. After these dates, producers have several options.

Mark Seeley presented a 2024 Climate Adaptation Award to Mia Rocha.
Celebrating leaders in climate adaptation

The University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership (MCAP) honored six leaders in climate adaptation from across the state, recognizing exceptional achievements in agriculture, community organizing, social justice and the arts.

An Extension educator and two women examine a model calf after a birthing simulation.
Hands-on calving practice with Helga the Hereford

Helga the Hereford, a full-size cow model, allows beef and dairy producers to practice critical skills and ask questions in a non-emergency, low-pressure situation before needing to use the skills on a live animal.

Ag Business Management News

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Events

More learning opportunities

Courses and events for managing a farm from around the state

Ag business management events

Workshops, conferences and other learning opportunities

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