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💡Did you know that the vast majority (96%) of America’s farms are family farms? Family farms accounted for 96% of operations and 83% of production in 2023. That’s according to a new report from USDA’s Economic Research Service, which provides insights into nearly 1.9 million farms in the contiguous U.S. states. Small family farms comprised the majority of farms (86%) and operated 41% of the farmland, while large-scale family farms were responsible for the largest share of production value (48%). We celebrate the hard-working family farms that are the cornerstone of U.S. agriculture! 💚💚💚 Read the report findings in full: https://lnkd.in/e92niBZn USDA Economic Research Service #USFamilyFarms Pictured: Four Oaks Farm, Hardwick Planting Company, The Mitchell Family, Councell Farms, Bidii Baby Foods, Shovel Dot Ranch - just some of the many family farms USSA has had the pleasure to meet and interview!

📽️ #Watch James Forster, Oats Trader at ADM Agriculture, as he shares valuable tips and advice for growers of #spring #oats. Covering key considerations for planting and effective strategies for marketing your #harvest https://lnkd.in/ejCSbY_B 🌱 🌾

Specialty crop producers have experienced the post-pandemic economy very differently, our analyst Matt Woolf shared at last week's Western Colorado Horticultural Conference. Peaches and processing tomatoes have seen prices jump in recent years, for example, while nut crops have seen prices plummet. What all western specialty crop producers have experienced similarly are three particularly burdensome costs: water, regulatory compliance and labor. Check out Matt's latest insights for American AgCredit customers 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wQlbT #Agriculture #SpecialtyCrop #FarmCredit

Our 6th Midwest state of Nebraska: 90% of the land in Nebraska is farmable, ranch or crop, equaling 44 million acres of farmland, and the reason Nebraska is a powerhouse in agriculture. 1 in 4 jobs in Nebraska are tied to agriculture. From farms to processing plants, agriculture supports thousands of families. USDA August 2024 report, farm real estate value averaged $4,080 per acre, up 7% from 2023: https://bit.ly/40c0NDp It ranks 4th in the U.S. for total beef cows and one of the top two states for cattle on feed; as of January 1, 2024, Nebraska had 6,250,000 head of cattle and calves. Nebraska ranks third in the nation for corn production and exports; it is the top producer of Great Northern beans, ranks 2nd for pinto beans, and 4th in the nation for all dry edible beans. The Sand Hills, located in western Nebraska, are the largest sand dune formation in the United States, covering about 37,282 square miles.

What is stopping you from doing tomato farming🚜🤔 or what made you quit tomato farming🚜! #PrioritisingFarmers✍️ Repost, comment and let's share!

STATUTORY REFERENCE PRICES AND THE NEXT FARM BILL — by Gary Schnitkey, Nick Paulson, Jonathan Coppess, Bruce Sherrick and Carl Zulauf Both the House and Senate Agriculture Committees are considering increases to the statutory reference prices for some or all program crops. Increasing statutory reference prices would result in the largest increase in Federal spending of the proposed changes currently being discussed for the commodity title. Moreover, the same percent increase in statutory reference prices across all crops would result in highly dissimilar changes in spending across program crops. Large differences seem difficult to justify, particularly if they lead to large differences in projected payments per base acre. Those large differences in base acre payments make base acres updating more difficult, as individuals have incentives to maintain base acres of certain crops. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ezBgWbdj #FarmBill #House #Senate #prices #crops #commodity #spending

Considering investing in Illinois farmland? You're making a smart choice! Illinois ranks among the top agricultural states in the US, offering stable returns and diverse farming opportunities. 📈 Check out this blog post by Exhibit Farm discussing how Illinois' fertile land supports a variety of crops, including wheat, apples, peaches, sweet corn, snap beans, and pumpkins. Still curious how we can help? Learn more about Sterling Land Company by watching our website video, at SterlingLandCompany.com. #IllinoisFarmland #FarmsforSale #SterlingLandCompany

Before You Buy Land, Consider Afrostain’s Land Use Planning Services! It’s essential to start by checking if the land meets your specific needs! Having been in your shoes, I understand the common conflicts that arise, especially among farmers in the diaspora who purchase land without knowing its quality and suitability for their intended use. Just last week, we assessed 42.40 hectares of land in Nyabira bought by one of our diaspora clients. She was excited to begin her journey in fruit tree cultivation, horticulture, and cattle farming. However, upon engaging Afrostain to create a tailored land use model, we discovered that the land was more suitable for beef or poultry farming due to its rocky terrain, high chrome content, and poor soil quality for cropping. The situation was further complicated by waterlogged soils on the northwestern side of the property. With 43% of the land affected, conflicts can easily arise, leaving you feeling neglected by those selling land. The reality is that many new farmers may not realize the importance of conducting thorough assessments before purchasing land. With the current land tenure system, it’s crucial to ensure that the land you buy aligns with your farming goals. Make Afrostain your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of land use planning. Let us help you make informed decisions that lead to your success! #𝗗𝗼𝗜𝘁𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 Contact Us: +263 71 268 9214 +263 71 830 6324