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Episode 48: Hiring Workers Through the H-2A Visa Program

Posted October 17, 2022 • 00:30:13

The H-2A temporary agricultural program allows US farm employers to hire workers from other countries to fill labor gaps on their farm or ranch. It...

Episode 47: Crop Insurance Options for Diversified Farms and Ranches

Posted October 11, 2022 • 00:23:15

As the climate becomes more unpredictable, crop insurance becomes more valuable and necessary. For diversified producers, however, it hasn’t been...

Episode 46: Avoiding Discriminatory Questions During an Interview

Posted October 10, 2022 • 00:25:03

Unintentional or intentional discrimination can happen on farms and ranches, especially in the hiring process, but it’s something everyone has the...

Episode 45: Why Some Farms Pay Wages as Salary

Posted August 31, 2022 • 00:21:00

Paying employees via salary, rather than an hourly wage, can be an enticing option for some farm business owners. It’s a way to avoid costs and simplify...

Episode 44: Farmland Leasing 101

Posted March 13, 2022 • 00:49:48

Leasing farmland is exciting. Getting onto farmland to begin or expand your farm business is a significant opportunity. However, the actual leasing...