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Getting Started In Ag: Comparing Tillage Systems

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WYOMING comes with a unique set of challenges.

GROWING SEASONS can be tough and are often short; weather extremes can be intense; precipitation can be hard to come by; and the wind can be brutal. Discovering what options are available or which work best can be tough, especially for those just getting started in agriculture. The type of tillage system selected and how well it is implemented can mean the difference between success and failure. Past articles have offered insights into various forms of risk management, including production risk, financial risk, human risk, and more. Have you ever considered that adopting the correct tillage system could act as a form of risk management?

Getting Started In Ag: Irrigation System Alternatives

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AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTIVITY in much of the Western U.S., including Wyoming, is tied closely to the availability of irrigation water.

Most of the highly productive land in the West is irrigated. If you are new to farming or ranching, it is imperative to educate yourself about irrigation options and determine which system(s) might work best for your operation. The goal should be to identify the most efficient use of available water in the most cost-effective manner possible.

Getting Started In Ag: Looking to the Future with Ag Legacy

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LEGACY, TRANSITION, AND ESTATE PLANNING can be difficult subjects to address, especially in agriculture.

If you are new to agriculture or just getting started, this topic is probably the last thing on your mind. Our recommendation is: Do not neglect it, however difficult it may be to address. Farming and ranching are dangerous businesses and the last thing you want to do is leave your family scrambling should the unthinkable happen. Owning a farm or ranch is often a lifetime proposition; passing it on to the next generation takes effective planning and forethought.