EAST LANSING, Mich. — Are you planning to be the next generation farm operator? Whether you represent the transition of generation, or that of employee to owner, or as a new entrant to the business, a fresh look at management will be necessary.
Introducing the Beginning Farmer DEMaND series, a line of publications from Michigan State University Extension, designed to help beginning farmers learn about financial and business management strategies that will assist these farmers in developing into the next managers and decision-makers on the farm.
The first publication, Bulletin E-3406 Transitioning From Labor Force to Decision-Maker, focuses on several suggestions on how to take the first steps into the arena of farm management. From understanding the farm goals to identifying new opportunities for success, beginning farmers will begin to gain a better understanding of how they can start influencing their farm business today.
Check out this bulletin and other resources on the MSU Extension Farm Management website.
— Jonathan LaPorte, Michigan State University Extension
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