Trends and practices of farm record databases
David Kohl, Ph.D.One of the top economic indicators for agriculture is the data from approximately 50,000 farms and ranches enrolled in farm record databases throughout the U.S.
AgCarolina Farm Credit Photo Contest is Underway
AgCarolina's annual photo calendar contest is underway.
How did ag outlooks from 20 years ago play out?
David Kohl, Ph.D.Recently, one participant presented me with a thank you letter, and enclosed was a summary of comments I gave in Chicago at the end of the last century. From the late 1990s, let’s review some of the points to see if any have stood the test of time.
HUT business management principle offers success
David Kohl, Ph.D.One needs to hear, understand, and take action.
Announcing the 2018 Innovative Young Farmer of the Year Award
The Farm Credit Associations of NC recently announced the recipients of the 2018 Innovative Young Farmer of the Year Award.
AgCarolina Farm Credit Employees Donate to Samaritan's Purse
AgCarolina Farm Credit announces a $2,000 donation to Samaritan's Purse.
The RV effect
David Kohl, Ph.D.Some people monitor the sales of RVs (recreational vehicles) as an indicator of recession.
Online course offers farm business-planning benefits
David Kohl, Ph.D.Recently, I participated in a videoconference for producers that began with accounts from alumni of Farm Credit University’s Ag Biz Planner Program, an online business planning course.