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Digital Technologies Are Transforming Animal Agriculture
Agriculture monitoring systems can provide insights that drive better decision-making.
Today's agriculture monitoring systems collect data that can improve the quality and quantity of agriculture production and drive business efficiency.
Finance
Does Buying or Building Make Sense for Your Next Property Move?
We cover the pros and cons of each type of real estate investing, so you can decide your next move.
Buying an existing property is the more traditional play that can lead to a faster return, but building new property gives you more control and potentially higher long-term profits.
Industry Expertise
Well-Grounded Pivots Are at the Root of Agribusiness Perseverance
Facing constant challenges, resilience and resourcefulness remain a farmer's secret to success.
As you strive for success in your farming business, how you react to challenges—and the resources you deploy—can significantly influence your path forward.
Finance
What Does It Mean to Become Overleveraged in Real Estate?
Understand the true profitability on a real estate investment to avoid becoming overleveraged.
Ongoing repairs, long-term vacancies and late-paying tenants are just a few of the challenges property investors face.
Management
Tips for Filling Vacant Retail Properties
Offering a tenant referral program is one way to address retail vacancies and support cash flow.
By addressing what matters most to your tenants, you'll likely improve retention.
Industry Expertise
How Flower Agriculture Owners Can Keep Business in Bloom
The pandemic impacted the flower agriculture industry, but owners can find new ways to make sales.
As people continue to look for safe outdoor activities, agritainment could be an attractive option, giving you a chance to show off your operations and sell bouquets and cut flowers.
Industry Expertise
Financing the Agriculture Industry's Next Frontier
As innovations sweep across the farm equipment industry, leasing is poised to rise in popularity.
If your company has scrambled to navigate a path to profitability, adjusting your lease offerings could be in order.
Industry Expertise
Business Basics of Tree Farming
Here's what you need to know about running a successful tree farming business.
You can sell directly to consumers, other businesses or wholesalers who then sell to consumers.
Industry Expertise
Defining Success With Overseas Suppliers
Quality partnerships drive the likelihood of success in global sourcing relationships.
As with any business relationship, overseas partnerships carry risks.
Industry Expertise
How to Effectively Counter Offshore Manufacturing Competition
To compete against offshore competitors, build a customer service organization they can't match.
In capital-intensive industries like manufacturing, offshoring provides a distinct financing advantage.
Industry Expertise
How to Manage Costs to Meet Uncertain Economic Times
Cost savings in manufacturing during uncertain times isn't just about cutting costs to free up cash.
Rather than a haphazard slashing of costs, cost optimization can deliver more business value and innovation.
Risk Management
How Local Governments Can Fight Fraud
Anti-fraud programs can save money, streamline workflow and prevent loss of funds.
Start your efforts by investing in a fraud prevention checkup.
Industry Expertise
Build a More Resilient Business
Adapting to a tough economy means focusing on resilience and long-term growth.
To deal with the increased economic uncertainty, consider shifting to a more responsive supply chain system.
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Food and Beverage Quality Control
Adhering to quality control best practices can help your food and beverage business thrive.
By focusing on quality, you can also focus on delivering the best consumer experience.
Industry Expertise
How Farm Bills Affect Agricultural Businesses
Changing agriculture policy could have both positive and negative effects on your business.
New programs or policies can also come with limitations.
Industry Expertise
The Basics of Trade Association Fee Pricing
Trade association membership fees can be set based on your value, industry and operational costs.
Establishing fair fees starts with understanding your association's costs.
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