The Other A.I. in Farming
Mention AI to any seasoned cattle breeder or livestock farmer, and they will likely reminisce about the remarkable benefits of artificial insemination. Bloodlines, donor sperm quality, and the importance of genetic diversity are topics they can discuss until the cows come home—literally. However, in recent
Inflation’s Unpredictable Rebound: The Mortgage Market at 20-Year Highs
“Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in!” That famous line from Al Pacino in Godfather III, tells a similar story of what’s going on with inflation. After surging to 40+ year highs in June of 2022, the closely watched inflation
WOTUS Rule – Recently Updated
The WOTUS Rule, which stands for “Waters of the United States,” is an important environmental regulation that defines which water bodies are protected under the Clean Water Act. In essence, it determines the extent of federal jurisdiction over bodies of water, including streams, wetlands, and
Incremental Sales to Win at Commodities
When it comes to marketing commodities, the greatest temptation on earth is to swing for the fence. The financial windfall and pride that comes with selling all of your product at the top of a market move is so alluring that few can turn away
Taxing Ag Land in Kansas
Whether the result of urban sprawl, energy production siting, or some other non-ag use, the amount of land available for farming is decreasing each year. Land no longer used for agricultural purposes yet still taxed on its potential agricultural income/productivity is an issue. According to
Easements: A Right To Cross
Easements are an important tool in land ownership, as they allow an individual or entity to legally use the property of another. They’re a form of contractual agreement that allows for the legal use of land, without the individual or entity actually owning the property.